Ditch the Airline Earbuds This Summer
Memorial Day weekend has kicked off the summer travel season, and with it comes a wave of deals on travel tech — and one of the standouts is Twelve South's AirFly Pro 2 Bluetooth transmitter. Normally priced at $59.99, it's currently available for $49.99 at Amazon and directly from Twelve South, matching one of its lowest prices ever.
If you've never used one, the concept is simple and genuinely game-changing for frequent flyers. Most commercial aircraft still rely on wired 3.5mm headphone jacks for their seatback entertainment systems — meaning you're stuck using whatever scratchy earbuds the airline hands you, or dragging out a pair of wired headphones. The AirFly Pro 2 eliminates that problem entirely.
How It Works
You plug the compact adapter into the headphone jack on your seatback screen, pair your Bluetooth headphones or earbuds to the device, and you're ready to go. It's a quick setup — no app required — and once it's connected, you can watch movies, shows, or listen to the audio channel in full wireless comfort.
The Pro 2 also supports connecting two pairs of headphones simultaneously, which is a nice touch if you're travelling with a partner or a kid and want to watch the same thing together without fighting over a single pair.
What Makes the Pro 2 Worth It Over the Basic Model
Twelve South also makes a cheaper version called the AirFly SE, but the Pro 2 adds a few features that justify the price difference for regular travellers:
- Dedicated volume controls on the device itself, so you're not fumbling through your phone
- Upgraded processor for faster Bluetooth pairing and lower audio latency
- Improved sound quality with less background noise compared to older models
- Works with the Nintendo Switch, too — handy for gaming on long-haul flights
Also Works Beyond the Plane
Don't overlook the versatility here. The AirFly Pro 2 works anywhere there's a 3.5mm audio output — hotel TVs, gym cardio machines with built-in screens, rental cars, or any older audio system. It's the kind of travel accessory that earns its space in your carry-on many times over.
The Bottom Line
At $49.99, the AirFly Pro 2 is a practical, well-built gadget that solves a genuinely annoying problem. If you travel more than once or twice a year and use wireless headphones, it's hard to justify not picking one up — especially at this price point. The deal is live now at Amazon and on Twelve South's own website.
Source: The Verge
