Beginning next week, shoppers who open a new Apple Card at any U.S. Apple Store will receive $249 cash back when they buy AirPods Pro 3. Since the earbuds list for $249, the rebate effectively makes the device free for anyone who signs up during the promotion. The offer was first reported by Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, though Apple has not issued a formal statement.

Apple’s Daily Cash program credits the rebate instantly, so new cardholders see the $249 hit their Wallet the same day they apply. Launched in 2019, the card lives entirely in the iPhone’s Wallet app, offering fee‑free spending, color‑coded summaries and a high‑yield savings option. Goldman Sachs currently issues the card, but Apple announced Chase will assume the role by early 2028.

For consumers, the deal turns a premium audio purchase into a sign‑up incentive, likely boosting Apple Card enrollment ahead of the upcoming issuer transition. Retailers may see a short‑term spike in AirPods sales as shoppers chase the rebate. Without official terms, the promotion’s duration and eligibility remain unclear, but the immediate cash‑back mechanics are already set.