Best Apple deals on iPads and MacBooks ahead of October Prime Day
Shop Amazon deals on laptops, earbuds, and more.
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Amazon has great deals all the time, but they'll get even better when October Prime Day, officially called Prime Big Deal Days, returns on Tuesday, October 10 and Wednesday, October 11. As for right now, you can shop amazing Apple deals at Amazon on some of our tech editors' favorite gadgets, including the newest AirPods Pro and the Apple MacBook Air. With Amazon's massive savings event coming up in less than two weeks, now is the time to shop these early Prime Day deals on new Apple tech.
1. $250 off: 2022 Apple MacBook Pro
Save $250 on a high-quality Apple MacBook at Amazon.
$1,249 at Amazon (Save $250)If you need a reliable laptop for working remotely, surfing the web, or online shopping this holiday season, the 2022 Apple MacBook Pro is a solid choice. In testing, we were impressed with the laptop's all-day battery life, fast performance, and good build quality. While usually on the pricier side, you can get the sleek laptop with 8 GB of memory and 512 GB of storage for $250 off at $1,249 at Amazon.
2. $59 off: Apple iPad 9th Generation
The 9th generation Apple iPad is one of the best tablets and it's now on sale.
$269.99 at Amazon (Save $59.01)When it comes to tablets, it's hard to beat the Apple iPad. When we tested the 9th generation Apple iPad, we thought this model was a great buy, especially at its price point. With an additional $59.01 off, there's no question it belongs in your shopping cart. This model offers great performance and serves as an incredibly versatile asset to your tech collection. Shop the early October Prime Day deal today to ring up at just $269.99.
3. $40 off: Apple Pencil 2nd Generation
Write and draw on your iPad for less at Amazon.
$89 at Amazon (Save $40)Score amazing early Prime Day deals on Apple products, like the second generation Apple Pencil. Normally $129, you can get this Apple add-on for $40 off, as it's available at Amazon for $89. This handy stylus is compatible with the iPad Pro 12.9-inch (3rd, 4th, 5th, and 6th generation); iPad Pro 11-inch (1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th generation); iPad Air (4th and 5th generation); and iPad mini (6th generation). Our experts also found that the Apple Pencil 2 is easier to charge than its earlier model and is a great tool for those marking up documents, editing photos, and more.
4. $249 off: Apple MacBook Air (2020)
Snag this powerful MacBook Air for $749.99 today.
$749.99 at Amazon (Save $249.01)School is in session, but it's not too late to hunt for the best laptops. Right now, you can shop one of our all-time favorites—the Apple MacBook Air (2020)—for a whopping $249.01 discount, bringing it down to just $749.99 for a limited time. We love this Apple laptop for its 13 hour battery life, vibrant retina display, and Magic Keyboard. Now you can experience what our tester called the best laptop you can buy for yourself before the holiday shopping rush.
5. $30 off: Apple iPad Mini
The iPad Mini (6th generation) is $30 off ahead of October Prime Day.
$469 at Amazon (Save $30)If you love the iPad, but don't quite need a full 10-inch screen, we recommend the iPad Mini. Right now, you can find it on sale starting at $469—$30 off its typical price tag. Our tech team calls it portable, easy to handle, and perfect for use with the Apple Pencil (on sale for $89). This deal is likely to sell out quickly, so act fast if you're serious about getting an iPad Mini.
6. $50 off: Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Generation)
Save big on some of the hottest wireless earbuds.
$199 at Amazon (Save $50)AirPods are king, and if you haven't yet hopped on the bandwagon, now's your chance to do so at a discount. For a limited time, Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Generation) are marked down to $199, which is $50 off the retail price. Our editors love the AirPods Pro, calling them the best wireless earbuds you can buy thanks to their noise-canceling abilities, adaptive transparency mode, and sound and battery boost.
Other early Prime Day Apple deals
- Apple EarPods Headphones for $15.99 (Save $1)
- Apple MagSafe Charger for $33 (Save $6)
- Apple Pencil (1st generation) for $89 (Save $10)
- Apple Magic Keyboard for $114.99 (Save $14.01)
- Apple TV 4K with 32GB Storage for $126.95 (Save $52.05)
When is Amazon Prime Day this October?
Amazon's 2023 October Prime Day sale, Prime Big Deal Days, will be held on Tuesday, October 10 and Wednesday, October 11. Last year's Prime Early Access sale was held on Tuesday, October 11 and Wednesday, October 12.
What is Amazon's October Prime Day?
The Prime Big Deal Days sale is Amazon's October Prime Day shopping event. The first Prime Early Access sale was held on October 11 and 12, 2022. Similar to Amazon Prime Day, we're expecting rock-bottom prices on everything from fashion and tech to home essentials and kitchen items during the Prime Big Deal Days sale. Last year, the exclusive two-day sale was available to both new and existing Prime members.
Do you need to have an Amazon Prime membership to shop the Prime Big Deal Days sale?
Yes. Similar to Amazon Prime Day, the Prime Big Deal Days sale includes exclusive deals for Amazon Prime members. If you have yet to sign up for Amazon Prime, there's still plenty of time to join. A standard Amazon Prime membership will run you $14.99 per month, or $139 for a one-year subscription. Meanwhile, students and qualifying government assistance recipients can sign up for Prime for up to 50% off.
How do I sign up for Amazon Prime?
Go to the main Amazon Prime page and click on "Try Prime," then follow the instructions. Note that you need an Amazon account before you can sign up for Prime, but if you don't yet have one, it's easy to set up. Go to Amazon and enter your details to create an account, then add Prime to get the 30-day free trial.
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