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Apple's AirPods maintain dominance in the Bluetooth headphone market, with 59% of iPhone users choosing them, reflecting a 2% annual growth.
Despite such popularity, only 25% of iPhone users actively use AirPods, indicating a significant potential for market expansion.
Market growth appears stagnant, with periodic retailer discounts on AirPods aimed at stimulating demand or clearing inventory for new models.
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