If you click on links we provide, we may receive compensation. Shopping Tech Products These Upgraded AirPods Have Superior Noise Cancellation and Longer Battery Life — and They’re on Sale I can hear podcasts on loud commutes without issue By Madison Yauger Madison Yauger Madison Yauger is a shopping editor at PEOPLE.com with eight years of digital media and journalism experience. She has a penchant for lifestyle content with a focus on staples like cozy throw blankets, chic dog jackets, Away luggage, and the linen pants celebrities can’t stop wearing. People Editorial Guidelines Updated on October 8, 2024 07:56AM EDT Photo: People / Alex Huang After many subway commutes drowning out music and podcasts, I upgraded to noise-canceling earbuds — and the difference is palpable. During Amazon Prime Big Deal Days, you’ll find countless Apple deals, but the one I’d advise adding to cart is the Apple AirPods Pro 2. These earbuds outperform past iterations with their superior sound quality and noise-canceling abilities. They impressively dull the roar of New York City noise, whether I’m on the train or walking down busy streets. I’ve come to swear by these compact wireless headphones. And right now, they've never been cheaper. Apple AirPods Pro 2, $169 with Prime Amazon $249 $169 at Amazon Beyond noise cancellation, there are a handful of other improvements between the original style of AirPods and this model, starting with the design. These earbuds have a silicone sleeve that actually sits in your ear and not only blocks noise, but also secures the device in place. These stay in my ears far better than my old AirPods, which would slip out during treadmill and elliptical workouts. The battery has also grown a cat-like lifespan, lasting for days instead of mere hours. I only charge the case once a week, and that’s enough to keep power flowing in the AirPods in between uses. They also charge super quickly when resting in the case, which is a huge bonus for those always on the go. The case also alerts you when it needs a charge via a small light and chime noise, and it uses a common USB-C cord. If You’re on the Move, You’ll Want a Good Pair of Walking Shoes, Too Madison Yauger Similar to most Apple products, these AirPods are incredibly durable. Though they don’t fall from my ears, I’m quite clumsy putting them away and have dropped them an absurd number of times. I bought them during Amazon Prime Day in July, and they’ve yet to scratch. I’m not alone in my praise for these AirPods — over 5,600 shoppers have rated them five stars. One customer wrote in a review, “I had the AirPods Pro Gen1 prior to these, but the new AirPods blew them out of the water.” Madison Yauger If you’re considering upgrading your audio experience, I’d be remiss not to recommend the Apple AirPods Pro 2, especially while they’re on sale for their lowest price yet. More Apple AirPods on Sale at Amazon Prime Day Apple Airpods Max Wireless Over-Ear Headphones Amazon $549 $395 at Amazon Apple AirPods 3rd Generation Target $169 $130 at Amazon Apple EarPods Headphones with Lightning Connector Amazon $20 at Amazon See More from PEOPLE Shopping 10 Fashion Gifts You Won’t Believe Are from Walmart — All Under $20 Ugg Boots and Slippers Are Up to 52% Off Ahead of the Holidays, but Only for a Few More Days 10 Thanksgiving-Ready Dresses That Are Just as Comfy as They Are Cute — Starting at $8