Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days sales event runs from October 8th through the 9th (think of it like Prime Day 2), and whether you’re looking to stock up on essentials, or start on your holiday shopping, you’re bound to find something you want on sale. Apple isn’t known for going all out for really any kind of sale event, but you’ll find more than a few of the company’s products on discount ahead of Prime Day. And while not all the iPads and Macs on sale support upcoming features likeApple Intelligence, Apple’s real advantage is that all of its products run fast and look good without AI, too.
You won’t find the newest products, like theiPhone 16orApple Watch Series 10on sale just yet, but older iPads, AirPods, Apple Watches and Macs are fair game, and still absolutely worth considering given the featureswatchOS 11, iPadOS 18, and macOS Sequoia introduced. Here are some of the best Apple deals you may get right now during Prime Big Deal Days.
The best Amazon device deals still available now that October Prime Day is over
Prime Big Deal Days is over, but you can still find some big discounts on popular Amazon devices if you hurry.
The best Prime Day deals on iPads
The biggest change Apple made to the iPad in 2024 was slimming out theiPad Pro(the 13-inch version is now the thinnest product the company sells) and introducing a new larger size of theiPad Air. Currently, the entry-level 10th-generation iPad and the 6th-generationiPad miniare the newer tablets seeing the biggest discounts, but if you’re willing to purchase something even older, you can get a 9th-generation iPad for an even better deal. Of course, all of Apple’s recent tablets will see the benefits of iPadOS 18, like expanded customization, the calculator app, and improvements to Apple Notes, so you can’t really go wrong.
Apple iPad (2022)
The 10th-generation iPad was redesigned in October 2022, with a new body in a bunch of fun colors. It runs on an older A14 Bionic chip, so it won’t support Apple Intelligence features, but it is plenty powerful enough for day-to-day use. You’ll save $50
Apple iPad Mini (2021)
The iPad mini is due for an update, but if you’re not worried about getting the latest version, you’ll get a powerful, but compact tablet when you buy the 6th-generation model. It has an A15 Bionic, Apple Pencil support, and access to nearly all the latest software save Apple Intelligence. You’ll save $149 on the 256GB model.
Apple iPad 9th Gen (2021)
The 9th generation iPad has all the tablet basics covered, including a high-resolution Retina display, still-speedy A13 Bionic chip, and support for accessories like the Apple Pencil. Its only disadvantage is it might not be supported with software updates as long as other tablets that are on sale. You’ll save $130.
The best Prime Day deals on AirPods
Apple introduced a new version of its entry-level headphones, theAirPods 4, in two different varieties, one without active noise cancelation or the need for uncomfortable ear tips, plus the benefits of Apple’s H2 chip like Personalized Spatial Audio, and the other with just the H2 chip. The company’s more interesting plans lie with a software update coming to the second-generationAirPods Pro 2with USB-C that will turn them into a hearing aid. you may get both pairs of headphones on sale for Prime Day.
Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)
The second-generation AirPods Pro were already good wireless earbuds in terms of sound quality and ANC, but Apple’s upcoming update should make them an equally impressive tool for hearing protection and assistance too. You’ll save $80.
Apple AirPods (4th Generation)
The 4th-generation AirPods don’t have ANC unless you pay a premium, but you’ll still get an H2 chip, improved acoustic architecture, and a USB-C charging case. You’ll save $10.
The best Prime Day deals on Apple Watches
Thanks to watchOS 11 additions like the Vitals app for tracking your health trends and Training Load for quantifying how hard you’re pushing yourself during a workout, you don’t need to buy an Apple Watch Series 10 to get the newest software features of Apple’s smartwatches. If you’re looking for a discount, the biggest cuts are on Apple’s older watches anyway, specifically theApple Watch SEand theApple Watch Series 9.
Apple Watch SE (2nd Gen)
The Apple Watch SE is bound to be updated soon, but the current second-generation model will get you heart rate monitoring, sleep tracking, and workout tracking, along with a deep integration with Apple’s other products. You’ll save $79.
Apple Watch Series 9
The Apple Watch Series 9 has already been replaced by the Series 10, but it still has many of it’s best features, like support for Double Tap, a faster processor, and the upcoming sleep apnea detection feature. You’ll save $100 on a 45mm model.
The best Prime Day deals on Macs
Apple hasn’t yet updated its Macs to the recently introduced M4 chip – that’sreportedly starting later in October– but buying a MacBook or desktop Mac with anywhere from an M1 to M3 chip will still get you solid performance, Apple’s familiar software experience, and deep integration with its other products. As of the release of macOS Sequoia, that includes things like iPhone Mirroring, automatic window tiling, the new Passwords app, and eventually, Apple Intelligence. The current Macs on sale are two sizes of the M3 MacBook Air, the M2Macbook Air, and M2Mac mini, but more could come during Prime Big Deal Days.
Apple MacBook Air 13 (M3,2024)
The M3 MacBook Air doesn’t look all that different from the M2 version, but its new chip makes it more graphically powerful, and more battery-efficient, with up to 18 hours of battery life. You’ll save $250 on a 256GB model.
MacBook Air M3 15-inch
You can also get a 15-inch version of the M3 MacBook Air with the same performance improvements and all-day battery life, just with a larger screen. You’ll save $255.
Apple MacBook Air 13 (M2, 2022)
The M2 MacBook Air is a couple of years old at this point, but it still looks as great and feels as speedy as it did when it launched. You might get a shorter shelf life than a device with an M3 or M4 chip, but it runs the latest software and looks good doing it. You’ll save $250 on a 256GB model.
Apple Mac Mini (2023)
Apple is expected to dramatically redesign the Mac mini in its next release, but the 2023 Mac mini is still a solid, affordable computer. It has an M2 chip, multiple USB ports, and the same great integration as Apple’s other products. You’ll save $70 on the model with 256GB of storage.
