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Apple was busy in 2024, with an in May, an in September and a low-key in October. Now that is here, a surprising number of those shiny new Apple devices are on sale. While it’s hard to find straightforward, non-carrier deals on new iPhones, we’re seeing deals on the , the and the just-released .
Models that didn’t get a refresh this year, like the and the , are also on sale. If you’ve had your eye on something but were waiting for a better price, this is a good time to dive in. These Apple deals represent some of the best prices we’ve seen all year.
Apple has four models of AirPods right now: The AirPods Pro 2, the over-ear AirPods Max and two AirPods 4, one with active noise cancellation and one without. Apple has been doing of with their headphones lately, making this a good time get a pair.
If you take steps or do a workout and you’re not wearing a smartwatch, does it really count? Of course, the Apple Watch is more than a fitness tracker, it’s also a shortcut to your iPhone notifications, a handy Siri portal and an always-on weather forecaster. Plus it tells time. While they’re not cheap, these Cyber Monday Apple Watch discounts should help.
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The line between Apple’s tablets and laptops is a little blurry at this point, especially with the release of the , which (at the time) housed the company’s most powerful chip. The iPad Air is our current pick for the you can buy and we were delighted by the that came out just last month. The only problem is iPads are among the more expensive tablets you can buy. Hopefully these Cyber Monday iPad deals help out.
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Apple held a quiet at the tail end of October in which it announced the new desktop M4 Mac mini, the all-in-one M4 iMac and the M4 MacBook Pro laptop. The from back in March is still the model for most people.
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Models that didn’t get a refresh this year, like the and the , are also on sale. If you’ve had your eye on something but were waiting for a better price, this is a good time to dive in. These Apple deals represent some of the best prices we’ve seen all year.
The best Cyber Monday Apple AirPods deals
Apple has four models of AirPods right now: The AirPods Pro 2, the over-ear AirPods Max and two AirPods 4, one with active noise cancellation and one without. Apple has been doing of with their headphones lately, making this a good time get a pair.
: This is a for what we call the . Recently, Apple’s tiny white gizmos got even better with the addition of . They have a remarkably natural-sounding transparency mode, solid active noise cancellation and make a great go-between for Siri’s assistance. Also at .
: Apple’s only over-ear headphones haven’t had a full revamp in a few years. When the iPhone 16 came out, Apple swapped out the lightning port for a USB-C connector and . While the overall design and build is a bit old at this point, they still deliver balanced sound in a premium package.
: Here's a minor discount on Apple’s newest personal audio device. They were announced back in September. There are two versions of the AirPods 4, this is the standard version without active noise cancellation. Both have a redesigned shape for a better fit and offer an open ear design (as opposed to the closed-ear shape of the Pro model). We gave them an . Also at .
: The new buds with ANC got a respectable 86 in that same review. We noted they had pro-level features like letting you nod or shake your head to respond to Siri’s questions and Personalized Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking. Also at .
The best Cyber Monday Apple Watch deals
If you take steps or do a workout and you’re not wearing a smartwatch, does it really count? Of course, the Apple Watch is more than a fitness tracker, it’s also a shortcut to your iPhone notifications, a handy Siri portal and an always-on weather forecaster. Plus it tells time. While they’re not cheap, these Cyber Monday Apple Watch discounts should help.
This is the lowest price on an Apple Watch Series 10. It is our top pick for you can buy and has a slightly thinner and lighter design, a wide-angle OLED panel for better viewing angles, plus all of the that Apple recently released. Also at .
: Apple’s hasn’t had an update since . There were that we’d see an update with the launch of the Apple Watch Series 10 but that didn’t happen. But if you just need a reliable wrist companion for your iPhone and an accurate fitness and workout tracker, this will serve. This is a brand new all-time low. Also available at .
: The Ultra model is big and has a big price tag to match, so this discount might help. It’s our for adventurers and athletes thanks to its specialized features like a depth meter, SOS siren, and dual frequency GPS for more accurate route tracking.
The best Cyber Monday Apple iPad deals
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The line between Apple’s tablets and laptops is a little blurry at this point, especially with the release of the , which (at the time) housed the company’s most powerful chip. The iPad Air is our current pick for the you can buy and we were delighted by the that came out just last month. The only problem is iPads are among the more expensive tablets you can buy. Hopefully these Cyber Monday iPad deals help out.
: We saw Apple's standard slate go as low as $250 at Amazon for Black Friday, which was a . But it seems to be going in and out of stock while the price fluctuates between $250 and $279 at both Amazon and Walmart. The standard iPad didn’t get an upgrade during Apple’s event back in May, though it did get a price reduction by $100 to $349, so this is between $75 and $100 off the list price. This is our current because it’s a capable tablet that’s great for casual browsing, streaming and gaming. It can even handle everyday productivity tasks well. Also at .
: Apple this model with the release of the new models earlier this year. In what's likely an effort to get rid of current stock, the price is down to a new . The 9th generation iPad is the former budget pick in our guide to the and will as a casual browsing, streaming and game playing machine.
: The latest iPad Pro came out back in May and, notably, was the first Apple device to sport the . We gave it an 84 calling it an engineering marvel and the best screen our reviewer had ever seen. It’s also our pick for the . The only problem is it’s very expensive, but this sale helps a little. Also at .
: The iPad Air is the Apple tablet we recommend for most people and it earned a in our review. It strikes the best balance between performance, price and features of all slabs in the lineup. It has an M2 chip which is really overkill for casual browsing and gaming, but will ensure that your tablet is compatible with the latest tricks and . Also at .
The best Cyber Monday Mac and MacBook deals
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Apple held a quiet at the tail end of October in which it announced the new desktop M4 Mac mini, the all-in-one M4 iMac and the M4 MacBook Pro laptop. The from back in March is still the model for most people.
Here's a on the latest MacBook Air. It's our top pick for the for most people, and has 16GB of RAM built in — double the previous base amount so it can tackle the demands of the burgeoning . Also at for $200 off.
: The previous MacBook Air has a (still very fast) M2 processor and it’s our previous pick for the best overall laptop for most people. This is the 13-inch model with 16GB of RAM. This is a return to an . Also at .
: Apple just released the refreshed iMac last month, but now the silver model is . It has the latest Apple silicon, the M4 system on a chip that gives it a speed boost and enables the new features in . Also at for $100 off.
: Different colors are seeing different discounts, but this is the lowest we've seen the new MB Pro go in the month or so it's been out. The main update Apple gave to its most powerful laptops is the . Not much else changed, but that’s not a bad thing as the Pros are excellent machines that . They have enough power to handle even the most demanding video, audio and any other productivity tasks you can throw at it.
The best Cyber Monday deals on Apple gear
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These are the we recommend if you have an iPhone. They allow you to keep track of your keys, wallet and other belongings using the Find My app and nearly every other nearby iPhone. Note that you’ll need an to use them with your keys and a new generation is . The for the four pack was $70 which we saw earlier this month, this deal is a few dollars more. Also at and.
: It’s true that you may to help you figure out which stylus is compatible with which iPad. The Pro is the and it’ll work with the newest iPad Air and Pro models and adds haptic feedback, squeeze and barrel roll movements to the mix of features. The all-time low was $90, but this is still a decent deal. Also at .
: The USB-C Apple Pencil was and effectively serves as Apple's "budget" stylus. It works with the widest range of Apple tablets, though not all of them so before you buy. This is about $4 more than the all-time low. Also at .
: Search for Apple Pencil replacement tips and you'll find plenty of third party manufacturers with options available. But this is one of the areas where I think it's best to go with the original manufacturer. I bought these tips and they've served well — I just wish I'd paid $12 instead of $19.
: The black model of Apple's popular mouse has an updated USB-C charging port but, confoundingly, it's still on the bottom where you can't use it while recharging. Still a charge will last for about month and it should reliably connect to any iPad or Mac you own.
: If you need to replace an aging Apple Watch charger, this might be the best time to buy. It's a mild discount, but the lowest the official, Apple-made accessory has gone all year.
: Apple around a decade ago, so there may not be a bitten apple on the side, but these are nonetheless Apple products. We gave the Studio Pro headphones when they came out last year, thanks to improved sound quality. They offer "near-zero" distortion, even at the highest volumes and go for 40 hours on a charge.
Expired Apple Cyber Monday deals
: This is Apple’s $599 example of good things, small packages. It's down to $529, which is about $30 more than it went for last week with a coupon, but if that deal doesn't come back, this is still a decent discount on a brand new Mac. The five-inch by five-inch box can tackle some serious workloads and remains the most affordable entry point to accessing Apple’s latest silicon. We gave it a solid score of 90, praising the incredibly fast M4 chip and useful ports. Also at.
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