Today’s best iPad deals include the iPad A16 for $279

We generally consider Apple’s iPads to be the best Best tablets For most people, but most of them don’t come cheap. To help you get the most value possible, we’re constantly monitoring sale prices and rounding up the best iPad deals we can find each week.

This week has been a particularly productive time to be in the market for an Apple tablet: Amazon held its latest product launch Prime Day Sale On October 7-8, while other retailers like it Best buy, goal and Walmart They are still having their own sweeping sales. A number of Apple hardware discounts from these events are still available today, including the base iPad (A16) For $279 and a drop of $150 iPad Air. Other than iPads, there are other gadgets like AirPods 4, MacBook Air and Air sign They remain heavily discounted as well. Here are the best offers we can find on Apple equipment this week.

Best iPad offers

Apple iPad Air (11-inch, M3) for $449 ($150 off MSRP).): The latest iPad Air is a relatively minor update, with the only major addition being the more powerful M3 chip. However, we still recommend the Air model over the base model in our products iPad buying guide: The display is laminated, richer in color, and better at resisting glare (although it’s still 60Hz); The speakers are more powerful. It works with Apple’s best accessories and should hold up to perform even better in the coming years. We saw the base model drop as low as $437 during Amazon’s Prime Day sale this week, but this $150 discount ties the best price we’ve seen otherwise. Other configurations are also $150 off. Also in Best buy.

Apple iPad Air (13-inch, M3) for $649 ($150 off): Engadget’s Nate Ingraham gave away a 13-inch iPad Air Score 89 When it was released in March. It has a larger and slightly brighter screen than its 11-inch counterpart but is otherwise the same. If you plan to keep your iPad attached to the keyboard, the extra screen space is great for multitasking or just watching movies. This discount is the lowest it has ever been, and applies to many color options and storage configurations. Also in Best buy.

Apple iPad mini (A17 Pro) for $399 ($100 off): iPad mini 8.3 inch Exactly what it sounds like: The smaller iPad. The latest version has an improved A17 Pro chip – enough to support Apple Intelligence – along with 128GB of storage in the base model and Apple Pencil Pro support. Buy it if you want a tablet that you can easily hold with one hand. We saw it available for $20 less during the Amazon Prime Day sale, but that’s still a good drop from its usual rate. Also in Best buy.

Best Apple Offers

Apple AirPods 4 for $89 ($40 off): If you don’t need ANC, the standard AirPods 4 are still a good option for those who hate the feeling of pairs protruding into their ear canal. They lack built-in volume controls, and the open-style earbuds can’t produce the same level of bass response as traditional in-ear headphones, but they generally sound more pleasant than most pairs of this type, and still offer a host of Apple-friendly features. This is another all-time low. Also in Walmartor Best buy For another $1.

Apple AirTags (4-pack) for $65 ($34 off): We may see an updated model by the end of the year, but the current AirTags are the best Best Bluetooth Trackers For iPhone owners today thanks to the extensive search network and precise broadband technology that makes it easy to locate nearby items. Just note that you will need a separate one AirTag holder To attach to your keys, wallet or bag. This deal comes within $1 of the lowest price we’ve seen for a four-pack. Also in Best buy and Walmart. If you only want one, Individual pneumatic signs A little cheaper than usual at $20 too.

Apple MacBook Air (13-inch, M4) for $799 ($200 off): Apple’s latest MacBook Air is a top pick in our guide for Best laptopsAnd he got a score of 92 In our review. It’s not a major overhaul, but the design is still thin, lightweight and exceptionally well built, with long battery life and a top-notch keyboard and trackpad. Now it’s a little faster. (Although we’d still like more ports and a higher 60Hz refresh rate.) This discount ties the all-time low for the base model with 16GB of RAM and a 256GB SSD, but configurations with more memory and storage are $200 off, too. Also in Best buy.

Apple MacBook Air (15-inch, M4) for $999 ($200 off): The 15-inch MacBook Air is almost identical to the smaller version but has better speakers and a roomier trackpad along with its wider screen. The notebook dipped very briefly to $969 earlier this week, but that’s a solid drop nonetheless. Other configurations are similarly discounted. Also in Best buy.

Apple Pencil Pro for $99 ($30 off): Apple’s top choice The pen assortment is confusingThe Pencil Pro supports pressure sensitivity, wireless charging, tilt detection, haptic feedback, and Apple Double tap and tap gesturesamong other perks. It’s a great tool for more complex drawing and note-taking, but the point is, it’s just that Compatible only With the M4 iPad Pro, M2 and M3 iPad Air and the latest iPad mini. We’ve seen this deal quite often throughout the year, but it represents a nice discount compared to buying from Apple directly. Also in Best buy and Walmart.

Apple AirPods Max for $429 ($120 off): The AirPods Max are larger and older Sony WH-1000XM6 – The top pick in our guide for Best wireless headphones Plus, it relies on a weirdly flimsy case to conserve power, so we’d only recommend it to hardcore Apple fans. However, their ANC profile and warm sound are still among the best options on the market, and they offer most of the same useful features as the in-ear AirPods. This model is almost the same as the model The pair we reviewed Back in 2020, she just has USB-C port and Supports lossless audio With cable. This is a $30 discount off the pair’s all-time low, but the biggest drop we’ve seen since July.

Apple iMac (M4) $1,149 ($150 off): we Like iMac M4 As an all-in-one PC with its powerful performance, standard 16GB RAM and enhanced webcam. Just note that it only comes in a 24-inch screen size option. This deal on the base model isn’t exactly cheap at all, but it’s about $40 off the typical street price for desktop PCs and a nice saving compared to buying directly from Apple. Also in Best buy.

Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 42mm) for $389 ($10 off): Latest Leading Apple Watch It only came to market last month, but Amazon is already selling it for $10 off. It doesn’t show up as a percentage discount, but you’ll see some models listed at $389 instead of Apple’s suggested retail price of $399. If you’re new to Apple wearables or ready to upgrade from a Series 9 or older, this is the solution Good model To seize. However, if you’re coming from the 10 Series, there’s not much need to upgrade as the only major change from last year’s model is a slightly larger battery and a tougher display.

Apple Watch SE 3 (GPS, 40mm) for $240 ($9 off): There’s a similar hidden discount for the latest budget model, the Apple Watch SE 3, at Amazon. It’s usually priced at $249 — again, not a huge discount, but better than nothing if you’re looking to join early. Apple gave this model Some much needed updates Compared to its predecessor, including an always-on display, faster charging, better sensors, and the same processor you’ll find in the new Apple Watch Series 11.

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