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Nothing Ear 3A Price Cuts Hit $79 Across Amazon, Walmart, and Best Buy

The budget wireless earbuds match their lowest recorded price while retaining features like ChatGPT integration and extensive EQ controls.

By Ana Castro ·

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Nothing has reduced the price of its Ear 3A wireless earbuds to $79, a level that matches the product's lowest recorded cost. The discount of $20 is currently available for all four color options at Amazon, Walmart, and Best Buy.

The Ear 3A pair is positioned as a budget alternative that includes active noise cancellation. The hardware provides extensive equalizer controls, allowing users to adjust the audio profile. John Higgins, who tested the device, noted that the default sound is bass-heavy but easy to modify. He described this level of customization as unusual for earbuds in this price bracket.

Performance testing revealed mixed results for the noise cancellation system. The feature effectively reduces low-frequency drones such as air conditioning units and airplane cabin noise. It does not completely block out human chatter in noisy environments like coffee shops. Testers also identified bugs, including abrupt shifts in noise cancellation levels during adaptive mode and occasional issues with voice calls in loud settings.

Beyond audio features, the earbuds include 32MB of built-in storage. This capacity allows users to record up to two hours of phone calls, with the option to transfer files via a companion app. A dedicated shortcut provides quick access to ChatGPT. The devices are available in several colors, including a pink shade, and come with extra-small ear tips for fit.

The current pricing positions the Ear 3A as a low-cost entry point for consumers seeking noise-canceling technology. The combination of hardware features and the $20 price reduction places the product at its best value to date.

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