The best deals on AirPods, iPads, MacBooks and other Apple gear you can get right now
Apple devices currently hold the top honor in our guide to the best laptops, smartwatches and tablets. But the company's gear isn't cheap - and you won't find sales at Apple's own website either. But that doesn't mean you can only get a new iPad or MacBook at full price. Other retailers like Amazon, Best Buy, Target and B&H Photo often host considerable discounts, sometimes on the order of a few hundred dollars in savings.
At Engadget, we've tested and reviewed every major device Apple has released - including the brand new MacBook Air M4, the Mac Studio M4 Max, a new iPad Air M3, and of course the iPhone 16. One thing to note is that it's harder to find unlocked current-model iPhones on sale - for those you'll need to go directly to Apple's site or buy through a wireless carrier. But deals on new AirPods, Apple Watches, iPads and Macs pop up nearly every week. We diligently track what's out there and put the best Apple deals right here. We update this guide regularly with the latest prices, so if you're thinking of buying an Apple product, check here first to see if you can save some cash.
Apple MacBook Air (15-inch, M4) for $999 ($200 off): The 15-inch MacBook Air is nearly identical to the smaller version but features more robust speakers and a more spacious trackpad alongside its roomier display. $999 is the lowest price we've tracked.
Apple MacBook Air (15-inch, M3, 24GB RAM) for $1,299 ($400 off): The last-gen M3 MacBook Air has officially been discontinued, but it remains a superb laptop while the last bits of stock remain available. We gave this 15-inch model a score of 90 in our review - outside of its slower chip (which is still plenty fast for everyday use), marginally improved camera and inability to power two external displays with the lid open, it's virtually identical to the newer version. This deal applies to the model with the larger 24GB of memory in the Starlight colorway.
Apple iMac 24-inch (M4) for $1,149 ($150 off): For an all-in-one solution, the M4 iMac is a good pick thanks to its powerful performance, standard 16GB of RAM and improved webcam. Just note that it only comes in the 24-inch screen size option. $1,149 is the lowest price we've tracked, but note that the deal only applies to the Pink model. Other colors are also on sale, but more expensive.
Best Apple Watch dealsApple Watch Ultra 2 for $650 ($149 off): Apple's most premium smartwatch, the Ultra 2 has a killer 36-hour battery life, a handy Low Power mode for extended use and cellular connectivity by default. It also has a compass app, water temperature gauge and a loud onboard siren that you can trigger in emergencies. This deal applies to the watch with the orange band. $650 is the lowest price we've tracked.
Apple Watch SE for $169 (32 percent off) at Walmart: We wouldn't be surprised to see an update to Apple's budget smartwatch sometime soon (and we have a few suggestions on the matter). But thanks to some serious discounts, the Apple Watch SE has turned out to be the most affordable way to get an iPhone companion for your wrist. Despite the lackluster screen and limited extra features, it handles the basics well.
Best AirPods dealsAirPods Max (USB-C) for $450 ($99 off): If you're looking for over-ear headphones with all of the conveniences of in-ear AirPods, the AirPods Max are one of your only options (with the others being Beats devices). The latest models have the same design as the originals, but now charge up via USB-C instead of Lightning. They went as low as $430 for Amazon's Prime Day.
AirPods 4 without ANC for $99 ($30 off): If you don't need active noise cancellation, you can grab Apple's most affordable earbuds, the AirPods 4 without ANC. These came out last September at the same time as the latest iPhone. Engadget's Billy Steele reviewed them and appreciated their comfort, improved sound quality and advanced features like voice isolation for calls and Personalized Spatial Audio. Also at Walmart. They went as low as $89 for Amazon's Prime Day.
Best iPad dealsiPad Pro (M4, 11-inch) for $899 ($100 off): The most powerful iPad is the iPad Pro, and it's the one to get if you're even toying with the idea of using your new slab as a laptop replacement. Both the 11- and 13-inch models have gorgeous displays, thinner and lighter designs, a repositioned front camera and the excessively powerful M4 chip inside. Also at B&H Photo.
Best Apple accessories dealsApple Pencil (USB-C) for $69 ($10 off): This more affordable Apple Pencil doesn't support pressure sensitivity, but it still makes for a useful stylus for the basics. If you're a casual note-taker and can live without wireless charging, you'll save a few bucks by picking this one up. Also available at Walmart.
Apple Pencil (2nd gen) for $99 ($30 off): The Second gen Pencil both attaches and charges magnetically, supports tilt and pressure sensitivity and allows for tool changes with a tap of the flat edge. It's an older pencil and isn't compatible with the latest iPad models. This is the lowest price we've tracked this year, but it went as low as $80 for last year's Black Friday sales.
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