If you’re looking to snag a pair of AirPods 3 earbuds, they went on sale on Thursday in the refurbished section of Apple’s retail website.
Given that Apple has not previously offered refurbished AirPods, so this is a first.
The refurbished AirPods 3 includes a MagSafe Charging Case and retail for $149, a $30 discount off of the regular $179 price. Apple also has an out-of-stock listing for $209 refurbished AirPods Pro 2, suggesting those may also be available at a discount in the near future.
The company’s refurbished products are almost identical to new products and have undergone a rigorous testing process. Defective components are replaced, and there is a thorough cleaning, which is extra important for earbuds that go in the ears.
The AirPods 3 wireless earbuds debuted in October 2021, and feature an updated design, force sensor controls, Adaptive EQ, spatial audio, and MagSafe charging.