The best Cyber Monday deals on Apple devices

The 10th Gen iPad is down to its lowest price ever this Cyber Monday. | Photo by Dan Seifert / The VergeWith more than two billion people using its products, it’s safe to say Apple’s gadgets are some of...

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The best Cyber Monday deals on Apple devices

With more than two billion people using its products, it’s safe to say Apple’s gadgets are some of the most popular in the world. It’s no surprise, then, that they also make for terrific holiday gifts — so long as you can look beyond the hefty price tag often associated with them.

If you missed out on Black Friday deals, fortunately, the Cyber Monday deals are here, dropping the price of the latest AirPods Pro, the new Apple Watch Series 9, and other Apple devices to an all-time low. You can also score discounts on some of our more budget-friendly picks, including AirTags and the entry-level AirPods, as well as a host of MagSafe-compatible chargers from the likes of Belkin and others.

Below, we’ve rounded up the best Apple deals you can get this Cyber Monday. And if you’d like to check out more deals, be sure to peruse our roundup of the best Cyber Monday deals overall.

Apple’s Cyber Monday promotion

Starting on November 24th, Apple will offer up to $200 in gift cards when you buy select Apple devices, with the exact amount depending on the item. Big-ticket items like the MacBook Air and Mac Mini will be eligible for up to $200 in credit, while iPads will be entitled to up to $100. The promo also applies to AirPods, Apple Watches, older iPhone models, and accessories like the second-gen Apple Pencil.

The best deals on Apple earbuds and headphones

The second-gen AirPods Pro improve upon the original with better noise cancellation, enhanced sound quality, and onboard volume controls. The latest refresh also ships with a USB-C charging case, as opposed to Lightning. Read our review.

These AirPods are Apple’s second generation of true wireless earbuds and the cheapest model in the AirPods lineup. Though they’re from 2019, they remain a reliable pair of buds with solid sound quality. Read our review.

The new Beats Studio Pro feature improved noise cancellation, sound quality, and comfort. They also support lossless audio over USB-C, making them the first Apple headphones to do so. Read our review.

If you can do without noise cancellation but not IPX4 water resistance, Apple’s third-gen AirPods have returned to their all-time low of $139.99 ($30 off) at Amazon, Walmart, and Best Buy with a Lightning-only charging case; they’re also on sale at Costco with a MagSafe charging case for the same price if you’re a member. The third-gen earbuds are similar to the prior model in many ways, only they now feature the aforementioned water resistance, shorter stems, and better sound. Read our review.Apple’s luxe AirPods Max are on sale for $449.99 ($100 off) at Amazon and Best Buy, which are their second-best price yet. The noise-canceling headphones don’t tout all of the newer features found on Apple’s latest AirPods Pro, but they offer terrific sound quality and dead-simple controls. They also integrate nicely with other Apple products. Read our review.The Beats Powerbeats Pro are on sale for about $149.95 ($100 off) at Amazon, Best Buy, and Target. Although they launched in 2019, they’re still a good pair of earbuds for fitness enthusiasts with sweat and water resistance as well as over-ear hooks that should ensure they won’t fall out during vigorous workouts. Read our review.

The Beats Studio Buds Plus offer better sound and noise cancellation than the original pair, and they now come in a unique translucent color option. Read our review.

The Beats Fit Pro earbuds have integrated wing tips that help keep them secure during runs and workouts. They also have excellent noise cancellation, and their sound has just the right amount of bass and kick to keep you motivated. Read our review.

The best Apple Watch deals

The new SE for 2022 borrows a few features from the Series 8, including the same chipset and Crash Detection feature, but it’s an otherwise subtle upgrade from the last-gen SE. Read our review.

The rugged Apple Watch Ultra 2 comes in one size: 49mm. It offers the brightest display of any wearable in Apple’s lineup, along with better battery life and improved performance. It sports Apple’s new S9 SiP, too, allowing you to take advantage of Apple’s new double tap feature. Read our review.

The best iPad deals

Apple’s 10th-gen iPad is the spiritual successor to the older ninth-gen model. Though in exchange for its revised design, landscape-oriented webcam, USB-C port, larger 10.9-inch screen, and faster processor, it ditched the headphone jack and got more expensive. Read our review.

Apple’s entry-level iPad from 2021 has a 10.2-inch screen, an A13 Bionic chip, and a 12MP front camera that supports Apple’s Center Stage feature. It’s also compatible with the first-gen Apple Pencil and the Smart Keyboard and is the only iPad that still has a 3.5mm headphone jack.

The latest iPad Air retains the iPad Pro-esque redesign of the 2020 model but does away with the A14 Bionic processor in favor of Apple’s fast M1 chip. It also comes in one of five colors and boasts a 12MP front-facing camera with support for Apple’s Center Stage feature. Read our review.

Apple’s revamped iPad Mini ditches the home button and opts for a larger edge-to-edge display. It also comes outfitted with a faster processor, support for USB-C, and a top-mounted power button that moonlights as a Touch ID sensor. Read our review.

The 2022 iPad Pro touts a faster M2 processor, a new hover feature with the second-gen Apple Pencil, and support for Wi-Fi 6E. However, its design remains unchanged from the 2021 model. Read our review.

If you’re looking for a stylus to jot notes or doodle on the ninth or 10-gen iPad, the first-gen Apple Pencil is on sale for $79 ($20 off) at Amazon, Walmart, and Best Buy. The first-gen Apple Pencil offers pressure and tilt sensitivity, though, unlike the second-gen Apple Pencil, you must plug it into the Lightning port to charge it.The second-gen Apple Pencil is also down to $80 ($50 off) at Amazon and $89 Best Buy. Unlike the prior model, Apple’s second-gen stylus supports gesture controls and recharges while magnetically attached to the side of the latest iPad Pro, iPad Air, and iPad Mini models.The latest, M2-powered 12.9-inch iPad Pro is down to $1,039 ($60 off) at Best Buy with 128GB of storage and Wi-Fi. It’s pretty similar to the 11-inch iPad Pro overall, only the larger tablet sports a higher-quality Mini LED display. Read our review.

The best MacBook and Mac Mini deals

Apple’s latest MacBook Air sports a 15-inch display and is equipped with Apple’s M2 chip. It features a larger display and better speaker array than the 13-inch MacBook Air from 2022. Read our review.

The MacBook Air is Apple’s budget-friendly laptop from 2020. It comes outfitted with the company’s M1 chip which offers terrific performance, even if not as fast as the newer M2-powered MacBook Air. It also sports all-day battery life, Touch ID, and MagSafe charging. Read our review.

The newer 13-inch MacBook Air with the M2 chip is on sale with 256GB of storage and an eight-core GPU for $949 ($150 off) at Best Buy, which is $50 shy of its all-time low. Along with offering better performance than its predecessor, the latest MacBook Air 13 features a better 1080p webcam and a brighter display. Read our review.

The new 14-inch MacBook Pro comes in a space black color and is configurable with either an M3 Pro or M3 Max chip. It looks a lot like the previous M2 generation, but spec-wise, the M3 Pro models start with a 12-core CPU, 18GB of RAM, and a 512GB SSD. Read our review.

The new entry-level MacBook Pro with a 14-inch display, M3 processor, and 8GB of RAM is selling for $1,449 ($150 off) at Best Buy. Although we wish it offered more RAM, the new laptop features a far more spacious display than its predecessor along with terrific performance, good port selection, and no controversial Touch Bar. Read our review.

Apple’s latest Mac Mini starts with an eight-core CPU, a 10-core GPU, 8GB of RAM, and a 256GB SSD. The M2 model is a great desktop for everyday use, with terrific performance and a nice port selection, though you will have to supply your own mouse, keyboard, and monitor. Read our review.

The best AirTag deals

Apple’s AirTags can help you find your lost items with their ultra wideband technology. You’ll get the best compatibility with an iPhone, though Apple released an Android app that can detect an AirTag’s location and notify you if one seems to be following you. Read our review.

Crafted using tanned French leather, you can use the lanyard to keep your item finder in place or to clip it to luggage and other items.

The best deals on Apple-compatible chargers

Belkin’s BoostCharge Pro with MagSafe supports 15W fast wireless charging with MagSafe-compatible iPhones and has a lengthy 6.6-foot built-in cable. Its 15W charging speeds and little kickstand make the BoostCharge Pro with MagSafe the best all-purpose magnetic charging puck.

Belkin’s 2-in-1 charging stand achieves 15W MagSafe wireless iPhone charging speeds. It can also juice up a pair of AirPods on its base.

Belkin’s triple charging stand achieves 15W MagSafe wireless iPhone charging speeds and keeps your phone and Apple Watch elevated for easy reading.

Anker’s 30W 511 Charger juices phones quickly and is small enough to carry around in a purse.

You can buy the Anker 637 Magnetic Charging Station (MagGo) for $69.99 ($30 off) at Amazon. The orb-like magnetic Qi charger doubles as a power strip with multiple USB-C, USB-A, and AC ports, which allow it to deliver up to 65 watts of combined power.

Other Apple deals

Apple’s latest HomePod is equipped with Matter and Thread support as well as a built-in temperature and humidity sensor. Read our review.

Apple’s latest Magic Trackpad pairs with devices via Bluetooth, includes four Force Touch sensors, and recharges using a Lightning connection.

The Apple Magic Keyboard with Touch ID is on sale for $119.99 ($29 off) at Amazon, which matches its best price to date. The Bluetooth keyboard pairs with Macs and iPads, though it will also work with an iPhone. You can also pick it up at Amazon without Apple’s Touch ID sensor for $79.99 ($20 off), which is $5 shy of its best price to date.You can buy the latest Apple TV 4K with 64GB of storage for $124.99 ($5 off) at B&H Photo. This is currently our favorite streaming device overall, one that supports Dolby Vision / Atmos and offers exceptional performance. Read our review.The latest version of the Apple Magic Mouse is on sale in black for $88.99 ($10 off) at Amazon, which is its third-best price yet. The wireless mouse pairs with Macs and iPads and, unlike its predecessor, comes with rechargeable batteries.Amazon will give you $15 in promo credit that’s good toward a future purchase when you buy a $100 Apple gift card and use coupon code APPLET5USAP.

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Feeling a little overwhelmed on what deals to pounce on? Need some tech buying advice? Our Verge Deals team is here for your retail therapy, and we’ll be answering your burning shopping questions for Cyber Monday live on November 27th at 11AM ET. Leave a question here.

Update November 27th, 9:25AM ET: Vetted existing deals and adjusted pricing.