4th of July Apple sales — best deals you can still get
Score deals on iPhones, iPad, MacBooks and more
The holiday is over, but some of the best 4th of July sales are still running. This is a great time of year to shop MacBooks, iPhones, iPads and more — many of our favorite models have seen deep discounts.
Make sure to snag the 5th Gen iPad Air (WiFi/64GB) for $399 at Walmart. This is $200 off and the lowest price I've ever seen for this reliable tablet. Just note that the newer 6th Gen iPad Air is now available.
You can also get the 14-inch MacBook Pro (M3/512GB) for $1,399 at Amazon. The M3 chip delivers blazing fast performance and incredible battery life. At $200 off, this laptop is even better value.
Keep scrolling for more of my favorite 4th of July Apple deals. For more, check out the Prime Day preview sale at Amazon.
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- Boost Infinite: free iPhone 15 w/ unlimited for $60/month
- iPhone SE: free w/ new line + unlimited
- AirPods: was $129 now $89
- Apple Watch SE (GPS/40mm): was $249 now $189
- Apple Watch 9 (GPS/41mm): was $399 now $299
- 10.9" iPad (WiFi/64GB): was $349 now $321
- iPad Air 5th Gen (WiFi/64GB): was $599 now $399
- 11" iPad Air (WiFi/128GB): was $599 now $569
- MacBook Air 13 (M2/256GB): was $1,099 now $849
iPhones
iPhone 15: free w/ unlimited @ Verizon
Verizon is offering the iPhone 15 for free. To get this deal, you'll need to activate a new line with either Verizon's Unlimited Plus or Unlimited Ultimate plan. Otherwise, no trade-in is required. In our iPhone 15 review, we said its design, excellent main camera performance, and long lasting battery life (11 hours and 5 minutes) make it a formidable phone worthy of your attention. It features a 6.1-inch 2556 x 1179 OLED display, A16 Bionic chip, 48MP main camera, 12MP ultrawide camera, 12MP front camera, and USB-C connectivity.
Boost Infinite: free iPhone 15 w/ unlimited for $60/month @ Amazon
Amazon is offering the iPhone 15 for free when you sign up for Boost Infinite. Boost Infinite is a membership plan for iPhone users. For $60/month, you get unlimited talk, text, and data. Plus, after 12 consecutive monthly payments, members can upgrade to the latest iPhone model at no extra cost. There is no trade-in requirement to join, which means you can keep your current iPhone or sell it to a third party.
iPhone SE: free w/ new line + unlimited @ Verizon
Verizon is offering an epic promo right now. New and existing members can get the iPhone SE for free when you open a new unlimited line. (No trade-in is required). That's a savings of $429.
iPhone SE: was $379 now $99 @ Total by Verizon
Total by Verizon is offering the iPhone SE for $149 when you open a new service plan. The discount will be reflected in cart. Total by Verizon is a prepaid carrier owned and operated by Verizon. It offers four no-contract plans starting at $30/month for 5GB and going up to $60/month for unlimited data. Its top-tier unlimited plan includes Disney Plus (no ads).
iPhone 15 Pro Max: up to $830 off w/ trade-in + unlimited @ Verizon
New and existing Verizon customers adding a new line on the Unlimited Ultimate plan can knock up to $830 off the iPhone 15 Pro Max when you trade in any old iPhone in any condition. Note that you'll need to activate a Verizon unlimited plan. In our iPhone 15 Pro Max review, we said the Editor's Choice phone sports a stronger/lighter titanium design that makes a big difference in everyday use. Add in the powerful A17 Pro chip for next-gen gaming, USB-C port, and super-long battery life (14 hours and 2 minutes) and you have the best iPhone money can buy. It features a 6.7-inch 2796 x 1290 OLED 120Hz display, A17 Pro chip, 48MP main camera, 12MP ultrawide camera, 12MP telephoto, 12MP front camera, and USB-C connectivity.
Mint Mobile: get 6 free months w/ iPhone 15 Plus @ Mint Mobile
Mint Mobile is offering one of the best iPhone 15 Plus deals if you want to save on data. Purchase any 6-month plan at Mint Mobile and you'll get an extra 6 months for free. For instance, Mint Mobile's unlimited plan is $30/month. Buy 6 months (total $180) and you'll get an extra 6 months on the house. (You'll wind up with 12 months total).
MacBooks
MacBook Air 13 (M2/256GB): was $1,099 now $849 @ Amazon
The MacBook Air M2 is one of our most recommended laptops. It's remarkably light and thin, yet sports a 13.6-inch Liquid Retina display, a speedy Apple M2 CPU w/ 8-core GPU, 8GB of RAM, 256GB SSD and a great 1080p FaceTime camera. In our MacBook Air M2 review, we gave this laptop an Editor's Choice award because of its versatility, battery life and performance. Just note that the newer MacBook Air M3 is now available.
Price check: $999 @ B&H | $849 @ Best Buy
MacBook Air 13 (M3/256GB): was $1,099 now $999 @ Amazon
The new MacBook Air is powered by Apple's latest M3 silicon. The laptop can support up to two external displays (when the laptop lid is closed) and Apple also claims its 60% faster than the M1-based MacBook Air. It boasts up to 18 hours of battery life. In our MacBook Air 13-inch M3 review, we called the Editor's Choice laptop a small wonder. It packs a 13.6-inch Liquid Retina display (2560 x 1664), Apple's M3 CPU w/ 8-core GPU, 8GB of RAM and 256GB SSD.
Price check: $1,099 @ Best Buy | $1,049 @ B&H
MacBook Air 15 (M3/256GB): was $1,299 now $1,199 @ Amazon
The MacBook Air M3 is perfect for anyone looking for a big-screen MacBook without the premium Pro price. It's also great for anybody upgrading from an older MacBook. In our MacBook Air 15-inch M3 review, we said it delivered fantastic performance and amazing 15-hour battery life.
Price check: $1,199 @ Best Buy
MacBook Pro 14 (M3/512GB): was $1,599 now $1,399 @ Amazon
The M3-based MacBook Pro is one of the best laptops you can buy. In our MacBook Pro 14-inch M3 review, we said it delivers blistering performance with a brighter display than its predecessor, robust graphics, and super-long battery life (17 hours with 25 minutes). The base model features a 14.2-inch 3024 x 1964 Retina display, Apple M3 CPU, 8GB of RAM, and a 512GB SSD.
Price check: $1,599 @ Best Buy | $1,399 @ B&H
MacBook Pro 16” (M3 Max/36GB/1TB): was $3,499 now $2,999 @ Amazon
The ultimate MacBook is on sale. This is a serious monster of a laptop for creative professionals on the go — sporting an M3 Max chip with 14-core CPU and 30-core GPU, 36GB of RAM and a spacious 1TB SSD. It also has a stunning 16-inch Liquid Retina XDR display, and comes in the sleek Space Black color option.
AirPods
AirPods: was $129 now $89 @ Amazon
The entry-level AirPods feature Apple's H1 chip for fast wireless connectivity with Apple devices. Although they've been outshined by newer models, in our AirPods review we said they're a great pair of wireless earbuds that work seamlessly with iOS devices.
Price check: $99 @ Best Buy | $89 @ Walmart
AirPods 3: was $179 now $169 @ Amazon
The AirPods 3 offer Spatial Audio, which creates immersive listening experiences for music-listening, movie-watching, and more. They're also IPX4 sweat and water resistant, a feature that was previously exclusive to the AirPods Pro.
AirPods Pro 2 (USB-C): $249 @ Amazon
The AirPods Pro 2 pack Apple's new H2 chip to provide 2x more noice cancellation than their predecessors. They also offer Personalized Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking for a more immersive audio experience. In our AirPods Pro 2 review, we said they take everything we loved about the original AirPods Pro to the next level. This model comes with USB-C charging.
AirPods Max: was $549 now $449 @ Amazon
The AirPods Max are Apple's premium, retro-style headphones. They feature large ear cushions, a digital crown, active noise cancellation, and Spatial Audio. The latter feature uses head tracking to offer a surround sound experience.
Price check: $549 @ Best Buy
Beats Flex Wireless Earbuds: was $69 now $49 @ Amazon
The Beats Flex Wireless Earbuds are small, sleek headphones that offer up to 12 hours of battery life, a comfortable fit and flawless Bluetooth connectivity. You can use them with iOS, Android or PC, and you can customize the fit with four different eartip sizes. In our Beats Flex review, we said they also offers strong mics for effective call quality and Siri use, which makes them worth the price of admission.
Price check: $49 @ Best Buy | $49 @ Walmart
Apple Watch
Apple Watch SE (GPS/40mm): was $249 now $189 @ Amazon
The new Apple Watch SE sports an S8 processor, Crash Detection capability and lots of fitness features. And it supports watchOS 10, which brings a much better interface. In our Apple Watch SE review, we called it the best Apple Watch value you'll find.
Apple Watch 9 (GPS/41mm): was $399 now $299 @ Amazon
The Apple Watch 9 features a faster S9 chip for better performance, 4-core neural engine and an 18-hour battery life. It also supports Apple Double Tap, a new gesture that can be used to answer/end a call, stop a timer, play/pause music or dismiss an alarm. In our Apple Watch 9 review, we said the Editor's Choice watch got significant performance upgrades and remains the best smartwatch you can buy.
Price check: $299 @ Walmart | $399 @ Best Buy
Apple Watch Ultra 2: was $799 now $764 @ Amazon
The Apple Watch Ultra 2 sports plenty of big upgrades from its predecessor. They include a new S9 SiP processor with 5.6 billion transistors, 30% faster GPU, and 4-core neural engines that can power machine learning two times faster than Apple Watch Series 8. It also boasts a brighter (3,000 nits) display. In our Apple Watch Ultra 2 review, we said it's the ultimate Apple Watch.
Price check: $799 @ Best Buy
iPads
10.2" iPad (WiFi/64GB): was $329 now $249 @ Best Buy
The 10.2-inch iPad features Apple's A13 Bionic CPU, a 12MP front camera, and 64GB of storage (instead of 32GB like its predecessor). You also get support for Center Stage, which uses machine learning to adjust the front-facing camera during FaceTime video calls. In our iPad 10.2-inch review, we called it a solid tablet with a great screen, smooth performance, and good battery life for a reasonable price.
Price check: sold out @ Amazon
10.9" iPad (WiFi/64GB): was $349 now $321 @ Amazon
This iPad features a large 10.9-inch (2360 x 1640) screen, A14 Bionic CPU, 12MP rear/front cameras, USB-C connectivity, and Magic Keyboard Folio ($249) support. Although it received a considerable $120 price increase from its predecessor, it's now on sale. In our iPad 10th Gen review, we said it delivers almost everything you could want in a modern tablet.
Price check: $349 @ Best Buy | $349 @ B&H Photo
iPad Air 5th Gen (WiFi/64GB): was $599 now $399 @ Walmart
The 5th Gen iPad Air is powered by Apple's M1 processor, which features an 8-core CPU that delivers up to 60% faster performance than the previous-gen iPad Air. Other new features include a 12MP ultra wide front camera that supports Center Stage and 5G support (cellular models only). The tablet features a 10.9-inch Liquid Retina display (2360 x 1640), 12MP wide (rear) camera, USB-C charging, and Magic Keyboard support.
Price check: sold out @ Amazon
8.3" iPad mini (WiFi/64GB): was $499 now $449 @ Amazon
The Editor's Choice 2021 iPad mini features an all new thin-bezel design, a larger 8.3.inch Liquid Retina display, A15 Bionic CPU, 12MP wide camera, and USB-C connectivity. It also works with the Apple Pencil 2. In our iPad mini 6 review, we called it a perfect fit for anyone looking for a one-handed tablet experience for reading books or watching movies.
Price check: $499 @ Best Buy | $499 @ Target
11" iPad Air (WiFi/128GB): was $599 now $569 @ Amazon
The 2024 iPad Air packs Apple's M2 processor, an 11-inch LED (2360 x 1640) display, 128GB of storage, 12MP rear camera, and a new landscape-oriented 12MP front camera. You also get faster WiFi 6E support. In our iPad Air 2024 review, we said it brings impressive performance and power efficiency to a premium, sleek package.
Price check: $599 @ Best Buy
11" iPad Pro (WiFi/256GB): was $999 now $934 @ Amazon
The 11-inch iPad Pro packs Apple's latest M4 processor paired with a stunning 11-inch Tandem OLED (2420 x 1668) display. The new M4 processor features 9 CPU cores and 10 GPU cores. In our iPad Pro 2024 review we said it could very well be the most stunning tablet ever made.
Price check: $999 @ B&H | $999 @ Best Buy
Mac
Apple Mac mini M2: was $599 now $499 @ Amazon
The new Mac mini M2 is faster and cheaper than its M1-based predecessor. In Mac mini M2 review, we raved about its speedy M2 chipset that runs circles around Apple's previous M1 CPU. The base model supports up to two external displays at up to the same resolutions (6K via Thunderbolt 4 or 4K via HDMI). It features an M2 CPU, 8GB of RAM, and 512GB SSD.
Price check: $549 @ B&H | $599 @ Best Buy
Apple iMac (M3/256GB/8-core GPU): was $1,299 now $1,208 @ Amazon
The new iMac sports Apple's latest M3 processor and is twice as fast as its predecessor. In our iMac M3 review, we said the new chip makes this iMac more capable of multi-tasking, gaming and getting things done than any iMac before it. The base configuration sports a 24-inch 4.5K display, M3 CPU with 8-core GPU, 8GB of RAM and a 256GB SSD.
Apple Studio Display: was $1,599 now $1,499 @ Amazon
The Editor's Choice Apple Studio Display is hands down the best monitor for your Mac. It's also the priciest. In our Apple Studio Display review, we said it has an excellent camera, fantastic speaker setup, and gorgeous 27-inch 5K screen. It delivers a lot of the value of Apple's $5,000 Pro Display XDR in a somewhat more affordable package.
Price check: $1,499 @ Best Buy
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