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Gizmodo
6 hours ago
- Business
- Gizmodo
Amazon Is Clearing Out the Beats Portable Speaker Stock, Now Down to an All-Time Low Just Before Summer
There's something truly special about having a quality Bluetooth speaker by your side, especially as summer approaches. Whether you're relaxing on a beach, chilling at a campsite or kicking back by a pool, surrounding yourself with good tunes will elevate any situation and you will be happy you had the chance to enjoy it. Amazon is running a deal where it has marked down the popular and iconic Beats Pill portable Bluetooth speaker to an all -time low, clearing out inventory just in time for summer. Right now, you can get this popular speaker for just $99, which is $50 cheaper than the original list price of $149. This summer's deal has already moved over 4,000 units in the last month with a rating of 4.6 out of 5-stars from more than 1,600 reviews. See at Amazon More Than a Speaker The Beats Pill is a speaker, but it's also a lifestyle accessory: The design is portable and instantly recognizable and the performance is impressive. The Pill can deliver deep and powerful sound and a room filled with sound thanks to a larger, custom racetrack woofer that displaces 90% more air volume than previous iterations. The bass comes with a punch when you crank it while hosting a backyard barbecue or chillin' when the only thing on your agenda is enjoying peace and quiet at the lake. The tweeter has also been redesigned for some extra stability for those nice crisp highs and rich mid-range tones, while the new woofer material and structure makes it easier to reduce low-end distortion even at reasonable volumes. No matter where you listen, it is dynamic and crystal clear. The battery life of the Beats Pill is nothing short of amazing and a single charge will last you approximately 24 hours: That is all day, and into the night with all of the music you could want. Plus, if your phone or other device needs a charge, the Pill can charge those devices via USB-C cable and save you from running out of power. It is rated IP67 dust and water-resistant, so you don't have to worry if you get sand on it, or a splash of water: It will hold up and even for sudden rain showers. The Beats Pill comes with a removable lanyard and soft-grip silicone backing which makes it easy to carry or to handle no matter where your summer adventures lead you. On top of the Bluetooth connection, audiophiles can enjoy high-resolution lossless audio when used via USB-C to a laptop or other desktop computers. If you want to get serious about sound and double the output, you can pair two Beats Pill speakers together in Amplify mode or Stereo mode. Either way, you will amplify the fun of listening to music. You might even get some extra friends over for the party? Amazon has the all-time lowest price available for the Pill just before the summer months, and now is your chance to get your very own Beats Pill! See at Amazon
Scotsman
a day ago
- Business
- Scotsman
Beats Powerbeats now just £139 – 49% off in Amazon's lowest-ever deal
Beats Powerbeats Pro earphones are around £150 second hand - but we've found a brand new pair for £140 | Amazon This article contains affiliate links. We may earn a small commission on items purchased through this article, but that does not affect our editorial judgement. These Apple-backed Beats Powerbeats earbuds are now just £139 at Amazon – the cheapest they've ever been – and come with powerful features perfect for music lovers and fitness fans alike. Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Visit Back Market and shop around for a pair of Beats Powerbeats over-ear earphones and you'll find a pair for £149. And it's a pretty good deal considering their usual price is £249.99. But if you head to Amazon right now, you'll find a brand new pair for £139. It's a 49% discount over Amazon's usual price of £269.99, and that's including free delivery. It means these amazing earphones are now the cheapest they've ever been, and it's an absolute bargain for a pair of over-ear earbuds with an Apple H1 chip, passive noise cancellation, nine-hour battery life and Class 1 Bluetooth technology. Trick Apple software lets you share them over an app | Amazon You even get three months of Apple Music thrown in and, thanks to the collaboration between Beats and Apple, you'll also get access to Siri - straight from your earphones. Earbuds with an ear loop might appear to be more cumbersome than conventional wireless earbuds, but they don't really feel any heavier - and the loop keeps them more securely fitted, so they're better for using while you're working out or playing sports. These are sweat and water resistant, so they're ideal for gym sessions, running, or cycling, and the spatial audio support means you can make the most of the audio quality you'd expect from a pair of Beats earphones. Water resistance makes them useful for outdoor sports | Amazon There are three colours available - black, white, or navy, and they're all at the same price. The set also includes a compact charging case which extends their usage to 24 hours between charges. We don't know how long this deal will last, or how many are in stock, so if you want some genuinely premium earphones at a bargain price, grab them now.
Scotsman
a day ago
- Business
- Scotsman
Beats Powerbeats now just £139 – 49% off in Amazon's lowest-ever deal
Beats Powerbeats Pro earphones are around £150 second hand - but we've found a brand new pair for £140 | Amazon This article contains affiliate links. We may earn a small commission on items purchased through this article, but that does not affect our editorial judgement. These Apple-backed Beats Powerbeats earbuds are now just £139 at Amazon – the cheapest they've ever been – and come with powerful features perfect for music lovers and fitness fans alike. Sign up to our daily newsletter – Regular news stories and round-ups from around Scotland direct to your inbox Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Visit Back Market and shop around for a pair of Beats Powerbeats over-ear earphones and you'll find a pair for £149. And it's a pretty good deal considering their usual price is £249.99. But if you head to Amazon right now, you'll find a brand new pair for £139. It's a 49% discount over Amazon's usual price of £269.99, and that's including free delivery. It means these amazing earphones are now the cheapest they've ever been, and it's an absolute bargain for a pair of over-ear earbuds with an Apple H1 chip, passive noise cancellation, nine-hour battery life and Class 1 Bluetooth technology. Trick Apple software lets you share them over an app | Amazon You even get three months of Apple Music thrown in and, thanks to the collaboration between Beats and Apple, you'll also get access to Siri - straight from your earphones. Earbuds with an ear loop might appear to be more cumbersome than conventional wireless earbuds, but they don't really feel any heavier - and the loop keeps them more securely fitted, so they're better for using while you're working out or playing sports. These are sweat and water resistant, so they're ideal for gym sessions, running, or cycling, and the spatial audio support means you can make the most of the audio quality you'd expect from a pair of Beats earphones. Water resistance makes them useful for outdoor sports | Amazon There are three colours available - black, white, or navy, and they're all at the same price. The set also includes a compact charging case which extends their usage to 24 hours between charges.
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Business Standard
a day ago
- Health
- Business Standard
AirPods Pro 3 could be Apple's next big health, fitness bet: What to expect
Recent research suggests, Apple could rely on acoustic-based sensors to offer heart rate monitoring feature on AirPods Pro 3 AirPods Pro 2 New Delhi Apple has published a new research paper in collaboration with the University of North Carolina, detailing how it is using an in-house artificial intelligence model—CLAP (Contrastive Language-Audio Pretraining)—to estimate heart rate using acoustic data, such as stethoscope recordings. Originally developed for automatic speech recognition, CLAP was retrained by Apple using publicly available phonocardiogram (PCG) datasets to classify heart-related sounds and output beats-per-minute (BPM) estimates. While Apple has not confirmed any commercial implementation, the technology could be applied to future wearable products, such as AirPods. Apple's earbuds already use in-ear microphones for features like Active Noise Cancellation, and these same mics could theoretically be leveraged to capture acoustic data for heart rate analysis. If brought to market, this would not be Apple's first foray into earbuds with health tracking features. Earlier this year, Apple-owned Beats launched the Powerbeats Pro 2, which includes heart-rate monitoring via optical sensors, similar to those found in smartwatches. However, if Apple integrates heart-rate tracking into its AirPods line-up, it could potentially rely on acoustic-based sensing instead of optical components. Apple's AirPods Pro are due for an upgrade, and heart-rate sensing may be just one of several new features. A Bloomberg report previously revealed that Apple is also working on integrating cameras into a future AirPods Pro model. These cameras could enable Apple's AI-driven Visual Intelligence system, designed to provide real-time assistance based on physical surroundings. Such technology could also offer accessibility benefits for visually impaired users—providing real-time navigation, object recognition, or contextual guidance. The current AirPods Pro 2 already offers several hearing health features. These include a software-based Hearing Aid function that supports users with mild to moderate hearing loss. This feature begins with a pure-tone audiometry-based Hearing Test to assess the user's hearing profile. It then adjusts audio playback in real time, enhancing voices, music, and calls based on the user's needs.
Daily Record
2 days ago
- Business
- Daily Record
Beats earbuds that are 'identical' to AirPod Pros drop 56% to £70 in sale
Amazon shoppers praise the Beats earbuds for being of similar quality to Apple AirPods but for a much cheaper price. Wireless earbuds have become an everyday essential item for many Brits as they allow you to listen to your favourite music or podcast without having to get tangled up in wires while out and about. However, for those who are in the market for a new set, it can be a tough decision as there are so many to choose from. For shoppers looking for something budget friendly but from a well known brand, Amazon has dropped the price of the Beats Studio Buds. Normally retailing for £159.99, these earbuds have been said to provide the same sound quality as the popular Apple AirPod Pros - but for a much cheaper price. Currently on a limited time deal, shoppers can now get 56 per cent off these impressive earbuds in either black, red or white. Meaning tech lovers can pick them up for only £69 - saving a whopping £90. The Beats earbuds are said to surround users with sound as it supports Spatial Audio to deliver an immersive experience - ideal for when watching a film or playing a game on a connected device. In order to ensure a comfortable fit, the earbuds also come with three soft, silicone eatip sizes so shoppers can choose which suits them best. The earbuds are also compatible with both Apple and Android devices, although it should be noted that Android users will need to download the Beats app to have access to built-in controls, battery levels and updates. In terms of playback, these earbuds will provide up to 24 hours listening time when used with the charging case. The earbuds also come with two distinct listening modes that users can easily switch between - Active Noise Cancelling and Transparency mode. On top of this, the built-in microphones are said to deliver a high-quality call performance and allow voice assistant interaction. For those who would rather an Apple product, Amazon has slashed £40 off the Apple AirPods 2. Normally retailing for £229, savvy shoppers can now grab these popular earbuds for £189 in the sale. Equipped with the first-ever earbud hearing aid feature, many shoppers have been shocked by the quality of sound that this device brings. Alternatively, Argos has slashed the price of the JLab JBuds Air Pro Earbuds. Normally retailing for £69.99, shoppers can now buy these budget-friendly earbuds for only £39.99. With a total playback time of 36 hours with the charging case, these earbuds are equipped with Bluetooth Multipoint so they can seamlessly move between devices. However, for those interested in the Beats Studio Buds, they currently have a four-star rating thanks to more than 10,800 ratings from shoppers. Many reviewers have raved about the earbuds, with a few admitting that they were bought as a temporary replacement for Apple but ended up sticking with the Beats device instead. One happy shopper said: "I bought these as a temp replacement for my drowned AirPod pros. I won't be buying the AirPods - these have all the convenience of the AirPods with auto connect and noise cancellation but the sound , for me, knocks spots off the AirPod - deep bass and tingling high end - these are incredible." Another five-star reviewer added: "My old AirPods pro were defective with a rattling sound so I need a new one. I have tried these Beats headphones and it's the best choice I could ever have done. "The sound quality is basically IDENTICAL to the AirPods pro, with clean sound, loud enough and strong and deep bass, amazing. The buttons to change song are way easier to click with just one finger tap compared to apple" However, they did note: "The microphone quality is average, the person listening to us might struggle to hear our voice if we are on the street or in busy environments, but for me it's ok as the main thing is the music experience." Another shopper also grumbled: "Thought they would be better than they were. Very tinny for the price, low volume even if I turned it up on my phone. App did very little. Connectivity was poor as if I left a room it would disconnect with a range of 2-3 meters." Despite this, one person said: "Honestly very impressed with the product, the noise cancellation is great, you can choose between 3 settings and they are snug and sexy looking. But not to mention much cheaper than AirPods, I have an apple phone and they pair perfectly just like AirPods but more bang for your buck. I would rate this a good 9/10." While a fifth shopper praised: "Really easy to charge and seems to hold charge for ages. Really comfortable and not heavy in ear. Good sound quality too." Click HERE to buy the Beats Studio Buds. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. 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