Echo Buds are Amazon's answer to AirPods

Amazon's long-rumored competitor to Apple's AirPods are real, and they're called Echo Buds, the company confirmed at its annual hardware event on Wednesday.

As you might expect, they're somewhat basic and unassuming wireless earbuds that offer hands-free Alexa access. Amazon's announcement emphasized sound quality, claiming each bud has two armature drivers inside to deliver clear audio.

Now for the bad news: They're $129.99. That contradicts previous reports that suggested Amazon would skew toward a cheaper price pointCNBC said they could cost less than $100 and would have significant fitness-tracking features. Read more...