Cyber Monday has ushered in a slew of discounts on Apple gear — with some prices hitting the lowest we’ve seen yet. That makes this a good time to get your hands on a new iPad, Apple Watch or AirPods.

The Mashable shopping team has spent day and night during the Black Friday season hunting deals, so it's a miracle that any of us found time to shop for ourselves. Now that Black Friday and Cyber Monday have wrapped up, we had to know what everyone on the team bought.

In comparison, the AirPods 4 offer decent sound quality for their price point but lack the depth and clarity of the Pro 3, particularly at higher volumes. While they are suitable for casual listeners, those seeking a more refined audio experience will likely gravitate toward the Pro 3.

“The Apple AirPods 4 with noise cancellation are easily some of the best earbuds Apple has released,” reads one five-star Amazon review. Both options have excellent ratings and are sweat, dust and water resistant, and come with a charging case.

Black Friday AirPods deals are still in effect for the holiday weekend, with the best offers coming from Amazon thanks to steep cuts across the lineup.

Beats and Apple each released flagship earbuds in 2025 with one standout feature: in-ear heart rate monitoring. Since Apple owns both companies, both earbuds offer native compatibility with iOS devices and provide iOS users with Apple-exclusive features.

If you're an Xbox gamer but also have Apple products, it might feel odd that you can't connect your AirPods via Bluetooth. That said, there are workarounds.

That’s why during the final hours of Cyber Monday, we’re sharing the Apple AirPods 4 deal, now 45% off. So, if you’re an Apple lover in need of a new pair of AirPods or looking for a (albeit pricey) stocking stuffer, this deal might make that decision that much easier.