Ahead of Black Friday, we’re seeing discounts on just about everything—but especially tech. There’s still time to score savings on Apple products like AirPods and MacBooks—either for yourself or for someone else—this holiday season.
If you already own Apple(Opens in a new window) products or have been doing your research while thinking about making the switch, then you probably already know that discounts are few and far between. But Black Friday is here to help. Don’t miss out on these great deals.
The Best Black Friday Apple Deals 2022
Apple offers several iPads models in varying sizes and power levels. The Apple Watch also comes in an assortment of sizes and styles, and you can purchase additional bands to customize your look. The second-gen AirPods Pro came out this year running Apple’s H2 chip, which contains about two times as many transistors as the H1, resulting in greater battery life and unparalleled Active Noise Cancellation. Apple also upgraded its MacBook Air this year, refreshing the look and adding an M2 processor, the result of which we called “Apple’s best ultraportable laptop yet.” Check out some of the highlights from our list below:
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Apple AirPods Pro Wireless Earbuds (2nd Gen)
If you still haven’t upgraded your old AirPods, there’s still time. Lightweight and comfortable, the second-gen Apple AirPods Pro with MagSafe Charging Case pairs easily with all of your existing Apple devices, including the Apple TV. The swap to a H2 chip adds additional options when utilizing the Active Noise Cancellation, which will be handy to those who find themselves in crowded or loud environments and want to block out outside noises to boost focus.
Apple AirTag 4-Pack
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Apple’s AirTag leverages tight iOS integration and the world’s huge network of iOS devices to create Bluetooth trackers that are uncommonly easy to set up, use, and locate. If you have an iPhone or an iPad, the AirTag is a sleek and delightful way to track your lost devices, and that makes it worthy of our Editors’ Choice award for iOS tracking devices.
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13-Inch M2 Apple MacBook Air
The physical design of the MacBook Air M2 doesn’t stray far from other MacBook models, but it does provide an overall increase in performance over the 2020 version, which runs the M1 chip. Both the M1 and M2 have four high-performance and four energy-efficient cores, but the cores in the M2 result in 18% greater multithreaded performance than M1. The current sale price can help take some of the sting out of replacing your older model.
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Apple iPad 10.2-Inch 64GB Wi-Fi Tablet
Apple’s 2021 base model iPad delivers strong performance and an excellent front-facing camera at a very palatable price, making it the best tablet for most people. Apple just introduced a newer version of its iPad, but it’s more expensive than its predecessor, meaning the 2021 model is still a good choice for those who need a top-notch tablet on a budget.
Does Apple ever have specials?
Apple doesn’t usually offer discounts outright on “shopping holidays” like Black Friday. Instead, it typically offers gift cards if you purchase select Apple products, including iPhones, MacBooks, and Apple Watches. If you’re looking to save on an Apple product, check retailers like Amazon and Best Buy before you press buy on Apple.com.
Is it better to buy Apple products from Apple or Best Buy?
Best Buy is more likely to offer discounts on Apple products than Apple itself, typically when it has excess inventory it needs to clear out. But both brands offer AppleCare+ protection plans, so there’s not a huge difference between buying directly from Apple or Best Buy.
Does Apple give 10% discount?
Apple offers a 10% discount to current and Veteran members of the US Military, National Guard and Reserve, as well as their immediate family members who reside in the same household. Shoppers need to verify their Veteran or active military status with ID.me.
