The best Apple deals as of Sept. 28: iPad, MacBook, Apple Watch, and more

UPDATE: Sept. 21, 2021, 4:54 p.m. EDT This story has been updated to include the latest deals.

Check out our favorite bargains from across the Apple universe as of Sept. 28:

• BEST MAC DEAL: 2020 21.5" iMac with Retina 4K (Intel Core i5, 256GB) — $999.99 (save $500)

• BEST IPAD DEAL: 2020 11-in iPad Pro (WiFi, 128GB) — $699.99 (save $100)

• BEST IPHONE DEAL: iPhone 12 Mini (64GB) at Verizon — free with a new line

• BEST APPLE WATCH DEAL: Apple Watch Series 6 (40mm, GPS) — Save $70

You could really kill some time trying to dissect the iron grasp Apple has on the general population, but when it comes down to it, their products look good, work well, and stay cutting edge — of course people like them. Whether your favorite day of the year is their annual September reveal event or you just want a solid computer no matter the brand, Apple's got you covered. Sure, they are a little notorious for their higher price points, but we've rounded up the best weekly deals on iPads, AirPods, and every Apple product in between. Check them out below.

Mac

OUR TOP PICK: 2020 21.5" iMac with Retina 4K (Intel Core i5, 256GB) — $999.99 (save $500)

This mid-2020 iMac may not be the newest model on the market, but boy is it still a solid desktop computer with speed and a gorgeous display. And let's not forget the Magic Keyboard and Magic Mouse 2 it comes with that'll round out your set up nicely. The best part? You can grab it for just under $1000 (yes, that's cheaper than most MacBooks).

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• MacBook Pro (Intel Processor, 1TB) — $1,699.99 (save $299.01)

• MacBook Pro (Intel Processor, 512GB) — $1,499.99 (save $299.01)

• MacBook Air (M1, 512GB) - $1,139.55 (save $109.45)

• MacBrook Pro (M1, 512GB) — $1,399.99 (save $99.01)

• 2020 Mac Mini (M1, 256GB) - $599.99 (save $99.01)

• 2021 iMac (8-core CPU,8-core GPU, 256GB) — $1,449.99 (save $50)

iPad

OUR TOP PICK: 2020 11-in iPad Pro (WiFi, 128GB) — $699.99 (save $100)

I guess this is the week of the 2020 model because this iPad Pro is under $700. While it may not be charged by an M1 chip like it's newer counterpart, it's A12Z processor and 128GB of storage will still get you where you need to go when it comes to your higher-powered tablet needs, and at a more approachable price than other Pro models.

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• 2021 iPad Mini (WiFi, 64GB) — preorder for $459.99 (save $39.01)

• 2021 10.2-in iPad (WiFi, 64GB) — preorder for $299.00 (save $30.99)

• 10.9-in iPad Air (WiFi, 256GB) — $649.99 (save $99.01)

• 10.9-in iPad Air (WiFi, 64GB) - $539.99 (save $60)

• 2020 11-in iPad Pro (WiFi, 256GB) — $794.00 (save $105)

• 2021 11-in iPad Pro (WiFi, 512GB) - $999.99 (save $99.01)

• 2021 12.9-in iPad Pro (WiFi, 128GB) - $999.00 (save $100)

iPhone

OUR TOP PICK: iPhone 12 Mini (64GB) at Verizon — free with a new line

Another week, another iPhone 12 Mini deal as our top pick. But this time, it's Verizon with the best offer. Though you do need an unlimited plan and to open a new line, there's no trade in required to get this 5G iPhone for zero dollars. So if you know the phone you've been holding onto for the past five years probably won't help much with the iPhone 13 deals listed below, this is your way to a budget-friendly upgrade.

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Save $599.99 when you open a new line at Verizon

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• 128GB iPhone 13 and iPhone 13 Pro at AT&T — free with an eligible trade-in on an unlimited plan

• iPhone 12 Mini (64GB) at AT&T — $349.99 (save $349.99)

• 128GB iPhone 13 and iPhone 13 Pro at Verizon — free with select trade-in and unlimited plan

• 64GB iPhone 11, XR, and SE at Verizon — free with an unlimited plan and new line

• iPhone 12 at Verizon — save up to $700 with a trade-in (new line required)

Accessories

OUR TOP PICK: Apple Watch Series 6 (40mm, GPS) — $329 (save $70)

Though it reigned as our top pick last week, the Series 6 remains one of Apple's best deals. With its SPO2 censor, S6 dual core processor, always-on display and cute color options, this watch remains a stylish way to track fitness goals and texts alike without breaking the bank.

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• AirPods (second generation) — $119.00 (save $40.00)

• AirPods Pro — $197.99 (save $52)

• Apple TV 4K 32GB — $169.00 (save $10)

• AirPods Max — $489.98 (save $59.02)

• Renewed AirPods Max — $417.62 (save $72.37)

• OttorBox Slim Case with MagSafe for iPhone 12/12 Pro — $39.96 (save $10)

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