Black Friday is in full swing, and that's great news if you've had your eyes peeled for an Apple device but were waiting for a solid discount to pull the trigger. Apple devices are notoriously expensive, and you don't usually see many discounts throughout the year. Thankfully, Black Friday brings notable Apple deals not just from retailers, but Apple itself. As we do every year, we're cutting through the noise to bring you the best Black Friday Apple deals we can find.
Below are some of the most exciting Apple deals we've seen so far. As always, we focus on the products we would recommend based on the time we spend reviewing them and excluding those that we believe aren't worth your money. Finally: there haven't been any huge deals on the iPhone that we think are worth it, so we're focusing on other products here.
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Apple iPad Air 2022 10.9-inch for $500 ($560) at Amazon (discount at checkout)
Also at Apple for $680 with $50 Apple Gift Card
Nowadays, it's not hard to argue that Apple makes toomany iPad models. The range has become convoluted and confusing, and some models offer better value for money than others. Fortunately, if you can afford it, there's a clear recommendation for the vast majority of potential tablet owners: the iPad Air.
The iPad Pro's 120Hz display, Face ID authentication, and other accessories are all nice to have, but they're not essential. And at the other end of the line, the new iPad 2022 sacrifices a bit too much compared to the Air, given the price difference.
The Air doesn't skimp on anything essential: it has the fast M1 chip, support for the second-generation Apple Pencil, an excellent display, and solid support for accessories. It's currently on sale on Amazon for $500 ($60 off the regular street price), but Apple is also offering it full retail for $680 with a $50 Apple Gift Card incentive.
Black Friday is in full swing, and that's great news if you've had your eyes peeled for an Apple device but were waiting for a solid discount to pull the trigger. Apple devices are notoriously expensive, and you don't usually see many discounts throughout the year. Thankfully, Black Friday brings notable Apple deals not just from retailers, but Apple itself. As we do every year, we're cutting through the noise to bring you the best Black Friday Apple deals we can find.
Below are some of the most exciting Apple deals we've seen so far. As always, we focus on the products we would recommend based on the time we spend reviewing them and excluding those that we believe aren't worth your money. Finally: there haven't been any huge deals on the iPhone that we think are worth it, so we're focusing on other products here.
Ars Technica may earn compensation for sales from links in this posting through affiliate programs.
More Black Friday 2022 coverage
All the best Black Friday deals we can find
The best Black Friday laptop deals
Enlarge / The iPad Air 2022.
Samuel Axone
Apple iPad Air 2022 10.9-inch for $500 ($560) at Amazon (discount at checkout)
Also at Apple for $680 with $50 Apple Gift Card
Nowadays, it's not hard to argue that Apple makes toomany iPad models. The range has become convoluted and confusing, and some models offer better value for money than others. Fortunately, if you can afford it, there's a clear recommendation for the vast majority of potential tablet owners: the iPad Air.
The iPad Pro's 120Hz display, Face ID authentication, and other accessories are all nice to have, but they're not essential. And at the other end of the line, the new iPad 2022 sacrifices a bit too much compared to the Air, given the price difference.
The Air doesn't skimp on anything essential: it has the fast M1 chip, support for the second-generation Apple Pencil, an excellent display, and solid support for accessories. It's currently on sale on Amazon for $500 ($60 off the regular street price), but Apple is also offering it full retail for $680 with a $50 Apple Gift Card incentive.
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Enlarge / The iPad Air 2022.
Samuel Axone
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