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The Best Apple Sales to Shop Right Now

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Apple rarely discounts its own products, but third-party retailers occasionally offer deals on the company’s flagship products, like AirPods and iPads, and you’ll typically find the best discounts on older models once a new one comes out. Still, Apple products have solid longevity, and the savings are often worth the trade in features.

I’ve combed through all the listings for Apple’s products at major retailers to find the best deals, omitting anything that’s getting too old or isn’t discounted enough (this varies depending on the product category). The company has a bunch of new gadgets, like the iPhone 16E, the Apple Watch Series 10, and new AirPods with noise cancellation, so, unsurprisingly, we’re seeing good deals right now on the AirPods Pro and Apple Watch SE, but I also found a great discount on the M1 MacBook Air.

AirPods and Beats deals

Apple AirPods Pro 2
$170
$170

These didn’t receive a refresh last year, but that’s fine because the AirPods Pro are still great. Their “Transparency” mode, which lets external sounds through while you’re listening to music or podcasts, makes them some of my favorite wireless earbuds.

Beats Flex
$49
$49

If you worry about your earbuds falling out while you’re on a run, these have a band that goes behind your neck to ensure you don’t lose them. They don’t have noise cancellation, but they have the same easy pairing that AirPods have.

Beats Studio Pro
$200
$200

Beats’ stylish noise-canceling headphones are $50 off right now. They’re comfy, extra-bass-y, and come in several sleek colors.

Apple Watch deals

$169

Apple’s budget watch is a great option for those who just want something to track basic fitness metrics like steps and heart rate or to manage notifications without having to pull their phone out. For $200, you won’t find a better smartwatch to pair with your iPhone.

Apple Watch Series 10
$299
$299

You can also save $70 on Apple’s latest flagship smartwatch. It lasts up to 18 hours per charge, has a robust set of fitness-tracking features, and a slightly larger screen than the Series 9.

MacBook deals

$999

If you want a lightweight computer that can still do everything from note-taking to photo-editing, Apple’s M3 MacBook Air has plenty of power, and it’s light enough to barely notice when it’s in your bag.

$629

I’ve been using my M1 MacBook Air for about four years and I’m still impressed with its performance and battery life. Apple has way more powerful computers now, but for everyday tasks and such a low price, this MacBook can’t be beat.

Apple accessory deals

Apple AirTag 4-Pack
$70

This four-pack of Apple’s tracker is cheaper than buying a lost suitcase and replacing all its items. And everyone can stuff one in their bag before the next family trip.

$199

This keyboard for the Apple’s ten-inch iPad has keys that are satisfying to type on, and it makes the tablet feel like a laptop without adding a ton of bulk.

The Strategist is designed to surface useful, expert recommendations for things to buy across the vast e-commerce landscape. Every product is independently selected by our team of editors, whom you can read about here. We update links when possible, but note that deals can expire and all prices are subject to change.

The Best Apple Sales to Shop Right Now