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November 9, 2021 06:44 pm GMT

The best early Black Friday deals on Apple products

UPDATE: Nov. 9, 2021, 1:45 p.m. ET The MacBook savings are hard to beat this week. Plus, check out other classic Apple finds on sale.

  • BEST IPHONE DEAL: iPhone 12 Mini (64GB) at AT&T, a great iPhone pick that requires no trade-in for some stellar savings — $314.99 $629.99 (save $314.99)

  • BEST AIRPODS DEAL: AirPods Max, Apple's biggest headphones, are on sale— $479 $549.00 (save $70)

  • BEST APPLE WATCH DEAL: Apple Watch Series 6 (40mm, GPS), a smartwatch that works a lot like the new Series 7 for a fraction of the cost — $349.00 $399.00 (save $50)

  • BEST IPAD DEAL: 2021 11" iPad Pro (WiFi, 128GB) Space Gray, a tablet with that can power multitasking and editing with ease — $699.00 $799.00 (save $100)

  • BEST MACBOOK AIR DEAL: MacBook Air (M1, 512GB), M1 power, no loud fan, and plenty of portability — $1,149.00 $1,249.00 (save $100)

  • BEST MACBOOK PRO DEAL: MacBook Pro (Intel Core i5, 512GB), a somewhat oldie that's still quite a goody, especially at this price point — $1,299.99 $1,799 (save $500)

  • BEST ACCESSORIES DEAL: Powerbeats Pro Totally Wireless Earphones, an excellent AirPods alternative — $149.95 $249.95 (save $100)

  • BEST REFURBISHED DEAL: iPhone 11 (64GB), an unlocked iPhone that requires no trade-in or unlimited plan for a good discount— $479.00 $569.00 (save $90)

Apple is not famous for its sales — at least not through its own website and stores. Even with the fanfare of Black Friday, you probably won't get the same major price cuts you’d expect from other brands.

So what does this mean for the person on the hunt for a new iPad or MacBook? Are you destined to pay full price forever? Dear reader, absolutely not. Apple deals are out there across the internet year-round, but especially once we enter Black Friday season.

SEE ALSO: The best Black Friday deals for 2021, all in one place

Though you likely need no reminder, we continue to live in unprecedented times, meaning those Black Friday deals are already emerging. So, we’ve started rounding up the best of the best for you.In addition to this being a prime opportunity to knock some early shopping out of the way, supply chain shortages are definitely going to be a thing this holiday season, so early shopping on popular items (like that MacBook you've been eying) is the best way to make sure there is a gift to give come December.

So whether you’ve got your eye on the iPhone 13 or are hoping these new releases mean discounted older models, we’ll keep updating you on all the best Black Friday Apple finds from Amazon to Walmart to Best Buy and wherever else is offering savings worth hearing about.

Early Black Friday deals on iPhones

blue iphone 12 mini
Credit: Apple
Our pick: iPhone 12 Mini (64GB) at AT&T
$314.99 at AT&T (save $314.99)

Why we like it

  • A14 Bionic chip

  • 5G connectivity

  • Super Retina OLED display

Click here to read Mashable's official review of the iPhone 12 Mini.

No trade-ins means you're scoring decent savings, even if you don't have a phone from the last couple years to hand over. With this no-trade in deal from AT&T, you can still shave off half the price of the iPhone 12 mini — a phone that's easy to hold, packs plenty of power with an A14 Bionic chip, and has a pretty nice camera to boot.

More iPhone deals

Early Black Friday deals on AirPods

silver AirPods max
Credit: Apple
Our pick: AirPods Max
$479 at Amazon (save $70)

Why we like it

  • Active noise cancellation and spatial audio

  • Available in different colors

  • Good battery life

Check out the official Mashable review of the AirPods Max.

If you'd like to indulge in some more wonderful sounds, these headphones, though a bit bulky, boast an impressive audio quality and active noise cancellation. While they might not be the best over-the-ear headphones out there by far, at this price point, they could very well please Apple devotees.

More deals on AirPods:

Early Black Friday deals on Apple Watch

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Credit: Apple
Our pick: Apple Watch Series 6 (40mm, GPS)
$349 at Walmart (save $135)

Why we like it

  • SPO2 sensor

  • Good battery life

  • Always-on display

Check out the official Mashable review of the Apple Watch Series 6.

Apple has officially stopped selling the Series 6 on their website, but as this deal shows, that doesn't mean they're impossible to find. Now that the Series 7 is out in the world, you can grab this "outdated" smart watch for a nice $50 discount, whether you opt for the 40mm or 44mm screen. You'll enjoy the same fitness features of the new Apple Watch, like an SPO2 sensor, ECG sensor, heart rate monitoring, all on an always-on display. Plus, the battery life isn't half bad.

More Apple Watch deals

Early Black Friday deals on iPad

11-inch ipad pro
Credit: Apple
Our pick: 2021 11" iPad Pro (WiFi, 128GB) Space Gray
$699 at Amazon (save $100)

Why we like it

  • M1 chipset

  • 11-inch Liquid Retina display with ProMotion and True Tone

  • Lightweight

So this iPad Pro is discounted by $50, but thanks to a nifty little discount applied automatically at checkout, you'll get a full $100 off. Not only does that mean you're scoring a 128GB iPad Pro at it's lowest price ever, you're scoring an M1-powered tablet with stunning graphics at its lowest price ever.

More iPad deals

Early Black Friday Mac deals

2020 intel macbook pro
Credit: Apple
Our pick: MacBook Pro (Intel Core i5, 512GB)
$1,299 at Best Buy (save $500)

Why we like it

  • 16GB RAM and 512GB SSD

  • Magic Keyboard

  • Can handle plenty of multi-tasking

Check out Mashable's official review on the 2020 MacBook Pro.

Yes, it's an early 2020 MacBook Pro without the M1 chip, but it's also a MacBook with tons of storage and RAM that's $500 off. As we suspected, prices of 2020 Macs following the release of the Pro have gone down — this $500 discount is the biggest price cut we've seen on this MacBook so far. If you're interested, you'll definitely want to order sooner rather than later —at the time of writing, this MacBook has already sold out at the same price on Amazon.

More Mac deals

Early Black Friday deals on Apple accessories

ivory powerbeats pro
Credit: Beats by Dr. Dre
Our pick: Powerbeats Pro Totally Wireless Earphones
$149.95 at Amazon (save $100)

Why we like it

  • Snug fit with ear hook design

  • Impressive sound quality

  • Nine hours of listening time from one charge

Check out Mashable's official review of the Powerbeats Pro Totally Wireless Earphones.

It's entirely possible that AirPods aren't really your jam. Usually, the Powerbeats Pro are a much pricier alternative, but thanks to this deal, this point made by our reviewer rings even truer: "Beats'Powerbeats Prowireless earbudsare terrific if AirPods don't cut it for you." If you're looking for a pair of earbuds that'll stay in place, provide terrific sound, and last a nice long time before you need a recharge, you're definitely going to want to take a closer look at the Powerbeats Pro.

More deals on Apple accessories:

Refurbished Apple product deals

yellow iphone 11
Credit: Apple
Our pick: iPhone 11 (64GB)
$479 at Amazon (save $90)

Why we like it

  • A13 Bionic chip

  • Dual 12MP wide and ultra wide cameras

  • No commitments to a trade-in or contract for this deal

Check out Mashable's official review for the iPhone 11.

Yes, a bit of a slightly older selection, but the iPhone 11 was a Mashable Choice in its day for a reason. Despite not being the latest and greatest, the A13 Bionic chip gives you plenty of power for daily phone tasks. The camera remains impressive and 64GB gives you a decent amount of space for storing pics (plus apps, messages, and more). Maybe the best part is that you get a pretty good deal on an iPhone, with zero obligation to a certain provider, trade-in, or unlimited plan. And as a fun bonus, you can score this deal on all the available colors of this iPhone.

More refurbished Apple product deals:

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Apple Watch

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How to score the best Black Friday Apple deals:

First and foremost, you should keep an eye on this list. Self-promo aside, we'll be making sure it stays updated with all the best deals. If you are interested in doing some deal hunting of your own, we do have a few tips to share.

As we mentioned earlier, Apple is notoriously stingy when it comes to offering sales. Usually, their Black Friday offering is a gift card. That means checking their website daily probably will not be the most fruitful course of action. Retailers like Amazon, Walmart, and Best Buy are much more likely to offer discounts on your favorite products.

Next, it will be helpful to have some idea of what products you're interested in buying. A glance at this very post can show you that the Apple catalog is vast and ever-expanding. Within the past two months alone we've gotten a slew of new releases, and then there's still all your old favorites. Apple deals also have a tendency to fluctuate, so trying to keep a close eye on all their selections can get overwhelming quick (besides, that's what you have us for — no need to put yourself through that). What's more, Apple is — as you may know — a popular brand, meaning you only have so long to hop on good sales.

So our advice? Decide what you're really interested in. Want a new iPad but don't need the latest and greatest? You can definitely find older generations on sale. Maybe you're even cool with going refurbished, which is good for your wallet and the planet. Having a clear sense of what you're looking for can help you make sure you don't miss any deals.

What Apple sales should be expected this year?

We're not anticipating any drastic departures from the kinds of deals offered in years past, so you probably won't be able to grab one of the new iPads or MacBooks for half off.

Following the release of the new iPhones, phone retailers like Verizon and AT&T have been offering some pretty decent discounts on older phones (and the 13, provided that you have a solid trade-in option).

Of course, it's always nice to find some savings on more popular items. Luckily, we have already seen the AirPods Pro dip down to $179 (only $10 more than last year's Black Friday price) and decent Mac savings, like the $150 discount on the M1 MacBook Air earlier this month. Likely the best deals will be on slightly-dated 2020 releases, though we're keeping our eyes peeled for you for any dips on the new releases.

This post will be updated throughout the holiday shopping season.


Original Link: https://mashable.com/deals/black-friday-apple-deals

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