In itself, Apple doesn’t like discounts. Thankfully, you can rely on third-party retailers to sell all your devices. That’s where Amazon comes into play. Amazon’s Prime Day sale runs from October 8th to 9th, and you’ll find a variety of Apple Prime Day deals on MacBooks, AirPods, iPads, and more.
We don’t recommend anything we haven’t tested, and we test it all year round. Want to read the full review? Check out our guides to the Best MacBooks, Best AirPods, Best iPads, and Best Apple Watches. You’ll need to be a Prime member to access the deals during what’s technically known as Big Deals Day, but you can get a free trial and Prime has lots of fun perks. Below, we’ve compiled all the best discounts on top-rated devices.
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MacBook sale
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Rumor has it that the M4-powered MacBook could be released as early as this month. However, the MacBook Pro with M3 was released just a year ago, so it’s still a great option. It has a bright display with a mini LED panel and 120Hz refresh rate, as well as a 1080p webcam. It also comes with plenty of ports, including two USB-C ports with Thunderbolt 4, HDMI, a MagSafe charging port, a high-impedance headphone jack, and an SD card slot. If you’re looking for a MacBook Pro without spending more than $2,000, this is the one for you.
The MacBook Air with M3 (7/10, WIRED Recommended) isn’t all that different from the M2 model, but it’s a great choice, especially if you need a reliable laptop for everyday tasks and more. This is an option. Featuring a 13.6-inch LCD screen and a notch with a 1080p webcam, the M3 also offers significant performance improvements compared to the original M1. It can also be used with two external displays. This is an upgrade from the single external display supported by older chips.
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The 15-inch MacBook Air (8/10, WIRED recommended) is a great choice if you want a bigger screen but don’t want to spend the money on a MacBook Pro. It packs all the same features as the 13-inch MacBook Air, including a modern build, 1080 webcam, and M3 chip. The base model is equipped with an 8-core CPU and 10-core GPU to comfortably handle tasks. We recommend upgrading to at least 16 GB of unified memory to smoothly handle dozens of apps and tabs running simultaneously.
If you’re looking for an external display to pair with your MacBook, Studio Display (9/10, WIRED Recommended) is a great choice. The large 27-inch screen is perfect for viewing multiple apps at the same time, and the crisp screen displays accurate colors. It also has a 12-megapixel camera and built-in microphone and speaker, making it perfect for video calls. There’s no HDR, so colors look slightly more saturated and contrasty than the neutral colors found on Apple’s Pro Display XDR, but the 5K resolution is surprisingly sharp.
iPad sale
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This is Apple’s latest tablet, the iPad Pro (6/10, WIRED review). It has the most upgrades we’ve seen in a while, including a bigger and brighter display, an upgraded OLED screen, and a front-facing camera that’s been moved to landscape mode. It also has the M4 chip (launched in May) for smooth and snappy performance. It’s not that different from the M2-powered tablet. So even if you don’t need the latest version, we highly recommend the previous version if it’s available.
This is the latest iPad Air (8/10, recommended by WIRED) released in May. There are two sizes: 11 inches and 13 inches. The latter is not only large but also bright, making it perfect for use as a secondary display for work or watching TV. It’s also equipped with an M2 processor (the same processor found in the 2022 and newer 13-inch MacBook Air and MacBook Pro) for smooth performance. Apple has moved the front 12-megapixel camera to sideways so it’s less difficult to use for video calls. Touch ID is integrated into the USB-C port, slim bezel, and power button on top.
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iPad (10th generation) (7/10, WIRED review) is the top choice for most people. It has a larger 10.9-inch Liquid Retina (IPS LCD) display, a Touch-ID sensor integrated into the power button, a USB-C port instead of Lightning, and a 12-megapixel rear camera (upgrade from 8-inch). Masu. megapixels). The 12 MP selfie camera has been moved to the center of the iPad. Powered by the A14 Bionic chip, it delivers slightly faster performance and improved graphics than its predecessor.
We no longer believe that the 9th generation iPad (8/10, WIRED recommended) is the best for most people (mainly because the iPad is 3 years old and has an older A13 Bionic chip). ). But it’s still a solid choice if you want a budget tablet. It’s also affordable and comes with a lot of great features, including 64 GB of storage in the base model, a 12-megapixel rear camera (with center stage support), a physical home button with Touch ID, and a True Tone display. . It’s also compatible with a variety of accessories, including the first-generation Apple Pencil and Apple’s Smart Keyboard.
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Apple is expected to announce a new iPad Mini in November or early next year, so it’s best to wait if you can. But even if you can’t do that, this is a great tablet. The 8.3-inch display is perfect for sketching, taking notes, reading e-books, and watching movies. It also features Touch ID integrated into the power button, a front-facing camera with Center Stage, and an A15 Bionic processor (like the one found in the iPhone 13) that can handle heavy-duty apps and games.
This is the latest Apple Pencil with more features. It has a “squeeze” feature that triggers the tool palette (but you can also double-tap), an internal haptic engine that provides feedback when you squeeze the stylus, and a built-in gyroscope sensor that allows you to twist the tool The orientation changes, giving you more control. It also comes with support for Apple’s Find My Network in case you lose it. However, it only works with iPad Air (M2) and iPad Pro (M4).
The second generation Apple Pencil is a step below the new Apple Pencil Pro. It comes with tilt-sensitivity, pressure-sensitivity, handwriting support, and double-tap functionality that lets you quickly switch between tools with two taps of the stylus. It also supports wireless pairing and wireless charging. This means it will automatically charge magnetically when attached to the top edge of a supported iPad. In terms of compatibility, it works with iPad Mini (6th generation), iPad Air (4th generation and later), iPad Pro 11-inch (1st generation and later), and 12.9-inch (3rd generation and later).
AirPods sale
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AirPods Pro (8/10, WIRED Recommends) offer above-average sound quality with crisp highs, powerful bass, and excellent noise cancellation, plus a host of useful features. There’s also a speech recognition feature that reduces music and background noise when it detects conversation, and an adaptive transparency mode that combines noise canceling and transparency to adjust audio. Thanks to the U1 chip, there is also support for the Find My app in case you lose your earbuds.
Apple’s AirPods Max (8/10, WIRED Recommended) offer rich bass, great noise cancellation, and a huge soundstage. Build quality is also excellent, with soft fabric ear cups (replaceable) and a resilient mesh headband. They integrate seamlessly with iOS devices and have the ability to automatically switch between iOS devices. Last month, Apple launched a USB-C version. It’s the same as the Lightning version, except for the charging port. Select colors are also on sale.
Apple Watch sale
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Series 10 (8/10, WIRED Recommends) has only been out for a month, but it’s already on sale. This is the most recommended of all Apple Watches. Thinner and lighter than its predecessor, with fast charging and support for watchOS 11, it’s perfect for your vitals (see if you’re off your baseline each morning) and training load (see if you’re on track to hit your goals) You can access features such as: How working out affects your fitness). However, the standout feature is Breathing Disorder, which utilizes a built-in accelerometer to tell you if you have sleep apnea.
The Ultra 2 (8/10, WIRED Recommended) is my favorite smartwatch for outdoor sports. It features onboard high-precision dual-frequency GPS, offline maps (but you’ll need to download them to your iPhone), and the ability to view your cycling sessions as live activity on your iPhone. There’s also an action button, which you can use to start Backtrack, Apple’s navigation feature that lets you create a virtual breadcrumb trail on the Compass app to get back home. Equipped with S9 chip for better performance and ultra-wideband chip with high precision detection.
Apple accessories sale
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If you already work with a MacBook and have an iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods, you probably need a neat 3-in-1 charger on your desk or nightstand. This is our favorite because it charges your iPhone at the fastest speeds Apple allows, and it also fast charges your Watch Series 7 and newer. Look for chargers that are Qi2 certified for faster, more efficient magnetic charging.— Adrian So
If you have other MagSafe accessories you want to store, such as a wallet or a tripod, this is the best charger for you (it cannot charge power banks). Thanks to its relatively compact size, Spigen’s accessories are reliable.—Adrian So
This is the perfect 3-in-1 charger for travel as it folds up very compactly and is Qi2 certified to quickly charge your iPhone. Apple Watch charger must be folded.—Adrian So
