Prime Big Deal Days will kick off on October 8, and it is the perfect time to snap up some excellent deals or start on your holiday shopping list.
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Apple products, including iPads, MacBooks, iPhones, and Apple Watches, are rarely on sale outside of such sales events or the time of year new lineups are announced, but if you know where to look, there are still some worthwhile discounts on top Apple tech. Over at Amazon, you can find savings on a wide range of consumer tech, home products, apparel, toys, and much more when the Prime Day event formally launches. Many Apple devices are already on sale, and we've come across three deals you don't want to miss.
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We expect more Apple deals to appear over the next week or so. Below, we have compiled a comprehensive guide on the best early Apple deals and will update as new sales appear.
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More Early Prime Day Apple Deals
Apple AirPods 4 for $119 (save $10): Apple's AirPods 4 wireless earbuds, among the latest earbuds launched by the iPad and iPhone maker, are on sale with a small $10 discount. But if you want the latest and greatest, you still might like the early sale price. Apple iPad Mini (6th Generation) for $380 (save $119): Apple's 6th-generation iPad mini is also on sale. This model comes with an 8.3-inch display, A15 processor, and 64GB of storage. If you want a thin, light, and small tablet for use on the go, the iPad Mini is an excellent option. Apple iPad Pro for $949 (save $50): On the hunt for a top-of-the-range iPad? Amazon has you covered. You can save $50 when you buy an 11-inch iPad Pro, which is powered by an M4 chip. This premium iPad is equipped with an Ultra Retina XDR display and 256GB of storage. Apple Watch Series 9 for $329 (save $100): You can save $100 on a 45mm Series 9 Apple Watch with GPS connectivity. Several color options are available, including Midnight.October Prime Day FAQs
When is Amazon's October Prime Day 2024?
Amazon's 2024 dates for October Prime Day are Oct. 8 and Oct 9. The 48-hour event will launch at 12:01 a.m. PDT on Oct. 8. While many deals will be exclusive to Prime members, you can still take advantage of sales. You could also consider signing up for a trial membership while the event is active for the best deals.
Are Apple products really cheaper on Prime Day?
Apple products can be cheaper on Prime Day and similar events, but there are often only a handful of real showstopper sales -- and most of these will be of limited stock. Retailers will often shift older products to make way for the new around such sales events, and you can often also enjoy excellent deals on refurbished stock.
How did we choose these October Prime Day deals?
ZDNET keeps a finger on the pulse of the consumer tech market. Our deal finders have extensive experience finding the best bargains for our readers, and they only recommend interesting products they would like to buy.
We like to showcase products that are at least 20% off and those that are rarely found on sale -- and this, of course, includes Apple products. ZDNET authors also use price comparison tools and trackers to determine the value of deals we highlight in our guides.
Furthermore, we keep customer reviews and feedback in mind, and some of our recommendations may be based on our own purchases and hands-on testing.
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What are the best October Prime Day 2024 deals?
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