Black Friday (November 26) is officially less than two weeks away, yet stores and online retailers—like Best Buy, Walmart and Amazon—are already starting to offer Black Friday Apple deals on all classes of products, including AirPods, iPhones, iPads, Apple Watches, Apple TV steaming devices and MacBooks. As a result, right now is the time to kickstart your holiday shopping while the items that are in most demand are still in stock.
Of course the AirPods Pro are on sale, among other great Black Friday deals on Apple products.
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Since its inception in 1976, Apple has been a company that blazes its own path. One example of this is that the brand is not known for offering Black Friday or holiday discounts on its products. Instead, Apple has a tradition of offering Apple Gift Cards as a sales incentive, while keeping its products at or near full price when purchased from Apple.com or an Apple Store.
However, if you’re interested in saving money on Apple gear, you’re in luck. Many authorized Apple resellers are offering Apple products with sometimes deep discount. Here are some of the best Black Friday sales on Apple products that we could find right now. As Black Friday draws closer, this article will be updated with the latest discounts being offered.
Black Friday Apple MacBook and iMac Deals
Save $100 On A 2020 MacBook Air
If you don’t need the latest and greatest technology within your laptop computer, but still want a MacBook Pro, Amazon is offering $100 off last year’s (2020) MacBook Pro model. It contains 8GB of RAM, a 256GB SSD drive for internal storage, a 13-inch Retina display, and runs using Apple’s M1 processor. Depending on how it’s used, you can get up to 20 hours of battery life per charge.
Save On a MacBook Air Bundle
If you’re looking for a low-cost way to acquire a MacBook Air, Walmart is offering a bundle that includes a refurbished MacBook Air with an 11.6-inch LED display, 4GB RAM, and a 128GB SSD drive, plus a wireless headset, wireless mouse, and a laptop case for just $320.
Keep in mind, this is an older version of the MacBook Air that runs using an Intel Core i5 processor and Intel HD Graphics 6000 GPU. The laptop boasts a nine hour battery life, and the other products in this bundle are “generic” (not Apple) products. This MacBook Air deal, however, is great if you’re looking for a starter-MacBook to give as a gift to a child or pre-teen, for example.
B&H Photo Video Is Offering Great Deals On The MacBook Air
Here’s a chance to pick up last year’s version of the MacBook Air (2020) with a 13.3-inch Retina display. This configuration comes with 8GB RAM, a 256GB SSD drive for internal storage, and runs using Apple’s M1 processor. It’s currently on sale at $100 off from B&H Photo/Video.
Take $100 Off The Latest MacBook Pro (2021)
You’ll rarely see the very latest Apple MacBook Pro computers discounted, but B&H Photo/Video has taken $100 off the price of the Apple 16.2-inch MacBook Pro (late-2021 model), which is powered by Apple’s M1 Pro processor. This configuration includes 16GB RAM and a 512GB SSD for internal storage.
Black Friday Apple iPad Deals
Save $50 On The 2021 iPad Pro (11-Inch Display)
Save $50 off the price of the Apple 11-inch iPad Pro Wi-Fi + Cellular version with 128GB of internal storage. Amazon is currently selling this configuration of Apple’s popular tablet for $949. Experience the power of Apple’s M1 chip on this tablet’s stunning Liquid Retina display (featuring ProMotion and True Tone). Once you connect to a cellular data network, you’ll also experience 5G speed as you take advantage of the latest apps and features built into the iPadOS 15 operating system.
Save $250 Off This Souped Up iPad Pro
If you want the latest iPad Pro (Wi-Fi only version), and need to take advantage of a full 2TB of internal storage, this deal from Amazon will save you $250. To expand the capabilities of this tablet, consider adding the optional Apple Pencil (2nd generation) stylus, AirPod Pro ear buds, and Apple’s Magic Keyboard (each sold separately).
Save $70 Off An iPad Pro With A 12.9-Inch Display
Amazon is also offering $50 off the iPad Pro with a 12.9-inch display (Wi-Fi + cellular version with 128GB of internal storage). This is currently the most powerful and feature-packed iPad available, although configurations with more internal storage are also available.
B&H Has Taken $150 Off This 2021 iPad Pro
This is the latest iPad Pro model with a 12.9-inch Liquid Retina XDR display and 256GB of internal storage. This Wi-Fi only tablet is powered by Apple’s M1 chip, and is currently on sale for $150 off.
Black Friday Apple AirPods Deals
Grab The AirPods Pro For Less Than $200
Wireless earbuds with active noise cancelling technology make the perfect holiday gift for just about anyone. The latest version of the AirPods Pro are currently on sale for 21 percent off. These are water resistant ear buds that integrate seamlessly with the iPhone, iPad and all Macs. A MagSafe wireless charging case is included.
Save $30 On AirPods Pro at Best Buy
The latest AirPods Pro are currently on sale for $30 off at Best Buy. These offer water resistance and active noise cancellation, as well as a MagSafe charging case. Expect about 4.5 hours of battery life between charges. AirPods Pro are the perfect companion to an iPhone or iPad.
Listen Carefully to the Sound of Savings
Apple’s AirPods Pro, with their active noise-cancelling technology and water resistance, are extremely popular gifts this holiday season, and they’re currently on sale for $50 off at Target. AirPods Pro are the ideal companion for anyone who enjoys listening to audio—such as music, podcasts, audiobooks, or sound from TV shows or movies—in conjunction with an iPhone, iPad, or Mac. The AirPods Pro come with a MagSafe charging case.
Meanwhile, the 2nd generation AirPods (without the active noise cancelling capabilities) are also on sale for just $120 at Target.
You’ll Be Over the Moon with Apple’s Over-the-Ear Headphones
If you’re looking for over-the-ear headphones that are wireless (Bluetooth compatible) and that feature active noise cancellation, the Apple AirPods Max offer an excellent option. The battery lasts for 20 hours, and the headphones come with a case and charging cable. Thanks to Siri, you’re able to use voice commands to control the content you’re listening to when you pair the headphones with an iPhone, iPad or Mac, for example.
Black Friday Apple iPhone Deals
Trade-In An Old Phone and Save Big On Any iPhone 13 At Best Buy
Best Buy is offering up to $1,000 off one of the new iPhone 13 smartphones when you trade in an older (eligible) phone and activate service with a participating cellular service provider, such as AT&T, Verizon, or T-Mobile. Enjoy 5G connectivity and some of the best cameras ever offered within an iPhone, along with the new features and functions built into the iOS 15 operating system.
Forget Financing, Buy a New Smartphone Outright
Even an iPhone model that’s a few years old will provide you with powerful smartphone functionality, although this model does not support 5G connectivity. When you activate the phone with Straight Talk wireless service through Walmart, you can purchase the iPhone 11 outright for just $399 (a $300 savings). This model offers 64GB of internal storage.
Pick Up An iPhone XS Max For Less Than $650 At Walmart
For a limited time, you can purchase an iPhone XS Max outright for just $649 (a $350 savings) when you shop at Walmart and activate the phone with Simple Mobile cellular service. This phone comes with 64GB of internal storage and is available with a gray or gold casing. Keep in mind, this phone does not support 5G connectivity, but you can choose a service plan from Simple Mobile that’ll only cost between $25 and $60 per month for 4G LTE service.
There Could Be a New iPhone In Your Future
The latest smartphones in the iPhone 13 lineup are rather pricey. However, you can pick up an older (albeit less powerful) second generation iPhone SE with 64GB of internal storage for just $290 when you purchase it from Target and activate it with Tracfone 4G LTE cellular service (priced between $20 and $40 per month).
When you purchase the phone and $25 in airtime online, you’ll receive a $90 Target Gift Card, and when you use your Target RedCard, you can save an additional five percent off the purchase.
Save On A New iPhone 13 From Target
When you purchase the new iPhone 13 Pro Max (Apple’s current top-of-the-line iPhone) from Target and activate it with an AT&T Unlimited service plan, you can save up to $800 with an eligible trade in, and wind up paying as little as $30.56 per month (for 36 months) for the 128GB version of this smartphone.
Black Friday Apple Watch Deals
Save $290 On An Apple Watch Series 5 From Amazon
While Apple introduced the Apple Watch Series 7 earlier this year, you can save a bundle by purchasing an older model of the popular smartwatch. Here’s the Apple Watch Series 5 (GPS + Cellular) version of the smartwatch with a premium Milanese Loop band. It’s being offered for $290 off from Amazon.
Time Is Ticking Away On Your Chance to Save on a New Smartwatch
The latest Apple Watch Series 7 smartwatches are on sale at Best Buy, and when you trade in your older smartwatch, you’ll save up to $200. In addition to the trade-in savings, you’ll also receive six months of free Apple Fitness+.
Choose your Apple Watch Series 7 casing color, display size (41 millimeter or 45 millimeter), and whether you want Wi-Fi (GPS) only or Wi-Fi + Cellular capabilities. A wide range of stylish watchbands are also available.
An Apple Smartwatch is a Smart Gift Idea
The Apple Watch Series 7 is currently the latest version in Apple’s smartwatch lineup. However, if you don’t need all of the techno bells and whistles built into the newest smartwatch, you can strap an Apple Watch Series 3 smartwatch on your wrist for just $169.
This Apple Watch Series 3 configuration is a Wi-Fi (GPS) only version with a 38 millimeter display. The casing is made from aluminum, and Apple’s Sport Band in Black is included.
Get An Apple Watch Series 3 for Just $199
A similar watch, but with a 42 millimeter display, is also available for $199.
Black Friday Deals On Apple Accessories
Write, Draw, or Annotate On Your iPads Screen with Apple Pencil
The Apple Pencil (2nd Generation) allows you to interact with your compatible iPad in a whole new way – by being able to handwrite, draw, or annotate directly on the tablet’s screen. Whether you’re taking notes, editing a document, filling out digital forms, or creating a work of art, Apple Pencil works with hundreds of iPad apps and offers extreme precision. The stylus also quickly recharges by attaching the Apple Pencil directly to your iPad via a magnetic connection.
The Apple Pencil (2nd Generation) is compatible with the iPad Mini (6th generation), iPad Air (4th generation), iPad Pro 12.9-inch (3rd, 4th and 5th generations), and iPad Pro 11-inch (1st, 2nd and 3rd generations).
Type Faster On Your iPad Using An Optional Keyboard
Using an Apple iPad with an external keyboard brings the capabilities of the tablet a bit closer to mimicking what’s possible with a MacBook laptop computer. If you don’t want to spend top-dollar on an Apple Magic Keyboard, Walmart is offering this third-party keyboard, from a company called Mighty Rock, for just $55.
This keyboard doubles as a protective case for your tablet and is compatible with the 10.2-inch iPad, 10.5-inch iPad Air, or 10.5-inch iPad Pro. The keyboard’s keys are backlit, and the keyboard itself has a 2.4-inch touchpad built in. This keyboard also relies on its own rechargeable battery and will pair with your tablet via Bluetooth.
Power-Up Your TV Watching Capabilities
Especially if you’re already an Apple fan, you’ll love having an Apple TV streaming device connected to your TV. In addition to being able to stream Apple TV+ programming (subscription required), you’ll be able to access many of Apple’s other services from your TV, including Fitness+, Apple Arcade, Apple Podcasts and iCloud Photo Library.
Using AirPlay, you’ll also be able to display content directly from your iPhone, iPad, MacBook or iMac on your TV, plus access hundreds of optional streaming apps which give you access to near limitless content. This is the 4K version of Apple TV that comes with the newly redesigned remote control.
Bundle Up for Extra Savings On Apple’s Smart Speaker
Best Buy has taken Apple’s HomePod Mini smart speaker ($99) and bundled it with two Nanoleaf smart LED light strips (which can be controlled using the smart speaker). One light strip is 40-inches long and can display white or colors, while the second is 80-inches long, so while you’re filling a room with rich audio, you’ll be able to visually set the mood with voice commands and smart ambient lighting.
Protect Your AirTags with These Keychain Covers
Apple’s AirTag GPS trackers can prevent you from losing your favorite items. These small, round discs can be placed in luggage, a purse, briefcase, or handbag. They can also be linked to a keychain to help ensure you never misplace your keys again. While Apple charges $35 each for its Apple AirTag Leather Key Rings, which work with the AirTags, a company called Wasserstein offers very similar leather AirTag holders in a package of two, which is currently on sale at Target for just $22.
For someone who is constantly losing their keys, wallet, purse or almost any other item, Apple’s AirTags are an easy way to keep tabs on these items and quickly find them when they get misplaced, You can also use AirTags to track the luggage you check with an airline, for example, or strap one onto your dog’s collar.
Target sells individual AirTags for $30 each, or you can pick up a package of four AirTags for $100. The AirTags themselves also make excellent stocking stuffers that the recipients will use throughout the year and truly appreciate.
Another Great Deal On Apple TV from Adorama
This version of the Apple TV 4K streaming device includes 32GB of internal storage and Apple’s original Apple TV remote control. It’s on sale from Adorama for just $160 (a $20 savings). The most current version of the Apple TV 4K (also with 32GB of internal storage), but with the newly redesigned remote included, is also available for $179.
Both versions of this Apple TV 4K device support 4K resolution streaming when connected to a 4K television and you’re accessing a streaming video service that offers 4K programming, such as Apple TV+, Netflix or Hulu. You’ll be able to watch the new second season of Tiger King on Netflix or season 4 of Star Trek: Discovery on Paramount+ in style and in all of their 4K resolution glory using this streaming device.
When is Black Friday?
Black Friday is officially the day after Thanksgiving (November 26). However, most retailers started Black Friday sales very early this year. For example, Best Buy kicked off its pre-Black Friday sale event back in October, with a guarantee stating that if a price of an item was discounted further between the start of the sale and Black Friday, Best Buy would refund the price difference.
Is there an Official Black Friday sale at Apple?
Yes, Apple.com and the Apple Stores do have their own Black Friday sale, but as usual, it’s more about offering Apple gift cards with purchases rather than lowering prices. Details about Apple’s own Black Friday promotions for this year haven’t yet been announced.
One reason to shop for certain Apple products directly from Apple.com (or an Apple Store) is that the company offers free engraving when you purchase any iPad model, AirPods, AirPods Pro, AirPods Max, AirTags or an Apple Pencil. Apple is also offering up to six months of Apple Music service for free with the purchase of eligible AirPod and Beats products.
Plus, when you make a purchase using your Apple Card, you’ll receive three percent cash back, and can finance your purchases with zero percent interest over a pre-determined number of monthly installments.
Finally, through the Apple Trade-In Program, you can trade in old (eligible) Apple equipment and receive cash back when purchasing new equipment. For example, if you trade in a iPhone 12 Pro Max, you’ll receive up to $700. When you trade in an Apple Watch Series 6, it will be worth up to $210, and that older iPad Pro you want to upgrade could fetch you up to $550 in trade-in credit.
Where can I find the best Black Friday deals on Apple products?
You’re more likely to find compelling deals on Apple products from major retailers than from Apple itself. Stores like Best Buy, Target, and Walmart incorporate Apple deals into their respective pre-Black Friday sales, while Amazon often matches those prices, giving you a lot of opportunities to save.
When comparing prices of various Apple products, make sure you understand what generation of that product is being offered with each deal. Older versions of Apple’s computers, mobile devices, and other products (such as the Apple Watch or AirPods) often get deeply discounted for the holidays, while the current generation of that same equipment either gets no discount, or the discount is not as substantial.
Again, as Black Friday approaches, return to this article every few days for updates on the latest sales and discounts being offered on Apple gear from a wide range of companies.
