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Google Pixel Buds 2a Drop to $109 as Short-Term Sale Widens, Open-Box Hits $71

The rare mid-season markdowns point to Google leaning on deals to boost its budget earbuds.

Overview

  • Google’s Pixel Buds 2a now cost $109 in a limited-time sale that outlets describe as a rare non‑holiday cut, with all four colors included.
  • 9to5Toys also flags Best Buy “excellent” open‑box units as low as $71 with a stated 1‑year warranty and all accessories.
  • Phandroid reports the first‑gen Pixel Buds A‑series are discounted to just under $80 as a limited-time offer.
  • The 2a model features active noise canceling powered by Google’s Tensor A1 chip with Silent Seal 1.5 to block outside sound, plus a Transparency Mode to let voices and traffic through.
  • Kotaku notes the pricier Pixel Buds Pro 2 offer stronger noise canceling, Conversation Detection, and about an hour more ANC playback, which frames the 2a as a strong budget ANC pick.