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Beats’ Budget-Friendly Earbuds Are Even More Affordable: Get the Beats Flex for $40
If you prefer a semi-wireless style, these earbuds offer intuitive tactile controls and a solid 12 hours of battery life
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Like most Apple products, Beats headphones and earbuds tend to command a premium price. But the value-oriented Beats Flex have long been a budget-friendly alternative to both brands’ premium offerings, and they’re even more affordable right now. Typically $70, the Beats Flex earbuds are available for just $40.
Beats Flex Wireless Earbuds
$39.95 $69.95 43% off
The best deal is on the black version of the earbuds, while the other colorways are available for $50 from Amazon and Walmart. These are not true wireless earbuds, as they have a cable connecting the left and right earbud, but many prefer the greater security of a semi-wired connection. They buds are magnetic, clasping to each other when not in use, and the music automatically pauses when the earbuds are connected. They boast up to 12 hours of battery life with USB-C charging.
The Apple W1 headphone chip means they play well with iOS devices. They’re also compatible with Android, thanks to the companion app for Google Play. The earbuds work with Siri, and they can be set them up with a voice assistant on Android devices.
Beats’ reliable tactile controls have long been a selling point of the brand, and the same is true here — these earbuds feature a volume rocker and a physical playback button.
Surprisingly, despite their sporty design, they don’t have an Ingress Protection rating, so you’ll want to be careful when it comes to sweat and water.
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