Andrew Cunningham
If you have some upcoming travel plans, today’s Trust Master can save you some nice change on some trusted travel companions. Bose’s ultra-comfortable QuietComfort 45 noise-cancelling headphones are on sale for $280.330 dollars), Apple’s two most widely recommended iPads, the iPad Air (10.9-inch, 64GB) and the iPad mini (8.3-inch, 64GB), retail for $500 (560 dollars) and 300 dollars400 dollars), respectively. Both iPad deals match the lowest prices we’ve tracked for these models. Note that you will get the discount on Amazon iPad Air deals.
Apple iPad Air, 10.9-inch 64GB for $500560 dollars)
Apple’s iPads are the best tablets you can buy, and the latest iPad Air is perfect for most people. In our review, in addition to the beautiful screen for media consumption, we noticed that the M1 processor provides more power than any business if you want to do a little work. It’s also a well-equipped device for video calls, with a 12MP front-facing camera with Apple’s CenterStage technology to digitally help you focus on video. Combine this with Apple Pencil and Magic Keyboard compatibility, and it’ll be hard to justify spending hundreds more on the iPad Pro.
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Apple iPad mini, 8.3-inch 64GB for $300 (400 dollars)
The iPad mini fills a similar role at its price point, and at $100 off its usual price, that value gets even stronger. It uses USB-C for charging, supports the new Apple Pencil, and has Touch ID built into the power button. It doesn’t have a compatible Magic Keyboard, but you can always pair it with a Bluetooth keyboard. As we note in our review, it’s best to emulate the mini version of the latest iPads and their new features. Note that the 8.3-inch screen can be a bit cramped for multitasking or hours of work. Otherwise, it’s a great device for consuming media, drawing, or jotting down notes.
Bose QuietComfort 45 noise-cancelling headphones for $280330 dollars)
Bose’s QuietComfort 45 are the most comfortable pair of noise-canceling headphones we’ve tested. They also did a commendable job of keeping the sound off. The more expensive Apple AirPods Max may have the best noise cancellation in their class, but if comfort is more important, then the QC 45s are worth a look. They accommodate larger ears better and have a more neutral sound signature, but they don’t have an EQ tool to make adjustments. The QC 45 also has physical playback buttons that are more reliable than the touch controls found on other headphones in this class. A full charge will give you about 20 hours of listening time, which should be plenty for any trip.
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