PLUS: Headsets and headphones for the AirPod-averse.
AirPods manage to remain highly sought-after on holiday wish lists. They’re a popular pick for WIRED shoppers around commerce holidays like Prime Day and Black Friday. And they’re still our favorite earbuds for iPhone users. But even on sale, they’re pretty spendy, and that slippery pebble-shaped headphone case is the perfect size and texture for dropping on the ground.
Might I suggest a dedicated Airpods case, then? We’ve got pouches. We’ve got options with carabiners. We’ve got glow-in-the-dark affairs and some that flip open with the touch of a button. Regardless of which you go with, your daily driver earbuds will have some level of protection, and they’ll also be easier to find amid the detritus of your desk. (Surely that can’t just be a “me” problem.)
Maybe earbuds aren’t your thing at all. The world of headphones is ever-expanding, leaving you room for gaming headset hybrids, noise-canceling over-ears, or envelope-pushing designs. But for those of you that just want AirPods, a case is a smart secondary buy.
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By Louryn Strampe
These accessories add personality to your Apple headphones case, make them easy to find, and offer some protection, too.
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Best AirPods Case Overall
$35
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Best Rugged AirPods Case
$35
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By Harry Rabinowitz
Nothing’s best headphones yet double down on design, comfort, sound quality, and highly adjustable EQ settings.
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By Harry Rabinowitz
Bose’s sequel to the QuietComfort Headphones is incredibly comfortable and has excellent noise-canceling, but those traits are no longer enough to beat the competition.
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By Louryn Strampe
This do-it-all headset has a place in the office as well as at your gaming battle station.
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By Luke Larsen
Don’t buy a loved one something you wouldn’t want for yourself. These are the must-haves that tech enthusiasts have on their wish lists this year.
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