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Apple Watch 8 and Apple AirPods Pro 2 are both on sale at Amazon now ahead of Black Friday 2022
By Carolin Lehmann, Fox Van Allen Updated on: October 24, 2022 / 10:44 AM / Essentials CBS Essentials is created independently from the CBS News staff. We may receive commissions from some links to products on this page. Promotions are subject to availability and retailer terms. Amazon Black Friday 2022 is still a month away. But if you're looking for deals on the most wanted Apple tech this holiday season, there's no need to wait: Amazon has deals on the new Apple Watch Series 8 and Apple AirPods Pro 2. Save big on these must-have Apple devices now to secure your gift before the holiday rush. Top product in this article: Apple Watch Ultra, GPS + Cellular (49mm), $799 $799 at Amazon Apple AirPods Pro 2, $239 (reduced from $249) $239 at Amazon Apple Watch Series 8, GPS + Cellular (45mm), $490 (reduced from $529) $490 at Amazon The new Apple AirPods Pro 2 boast Apple's best noise cancellation and even better battery life than before. There are new touch controls, plus the earbuds feature a redesigned case. The new earbuds retail for $249 at Apple, but we found them cheaper on Amazon, where they're $239. (We found them priced at $239 at Walmart too.) The Apple Watch Ultra ($799), meanwhile, is the most powerful and largest Apple Watch ever. Designed for outdoor sports enthusiasts, the Ultra has a much brighter screen than the Apple Watch 8 and is loaded with safety features. If you've had your eye on these hot new Apple products (or any Apple products, really), now is a great time to take the plunge. Amazon has tons of early Black Friday markdowns on top-rated Apple devices.Shop the Apple Watch Ultra Apple AirPods Pro 2 and more Apple tech at Amazon now
Buy the Apple Watch Ultra, Apple AirPods Pro 2 and more of Apple's new tech from Amazon ahead of Black Friday. Or, buy last year's Apple models and save a bundle during the retailer's early Black Friday deals.Apple Watch Ultra
Apple The Apple Watch Ultra (GPS + Cellular) is designed to be a more rugged and durable option for athletes and adventurers. It provides up to 36 hours of life on a single charge with standard use, or 60 hours of battery life with the soon-to-be-released battery optimization setting. It is made with a stronger titanium alloy material for improved impact resistance. It also offers a brighter display and a second speaker for better sound and display visibility during outdoor use. Apple says it's also optimized for diving and water sports. What else is new with the Apple Watch Ultra? The new wearable is the only Apple Watch to feature Bluetooth 5.3 connectivity. The Apple Watch Ultra provides enhanced GPS functionality to trace your steps and improve navigation for outdoor expeditions. There is also an action button that can be used to more accurately track your workouts by marking segments of your workout. The Apple Watch Ultra features a large 49mm display screen. Apple Watch Ultra, GPS + Cellular (49mm), $799 $799 at AmazonAirPods Pro 2 Save $10
Apple The latest Apple AirPods Pro 2 earbuds offer 30 hours of listening time with the included charging case. They have an upgraded wireless chip for improved audio functionality, a new low distortion driver for clearer audio and improved active noise cancellation. The Apple AirPods Pro 2 provide truly custom sound: You can use your iPhone's camera to analyze your unique ear anatomy and find the perfect audio settings for you. The design of the AirPods Pro 2 is fairly similar to the previous generation, but Apple has introduced touch control to the AirPods Pro 2 to help users more seamlessly control their AirPods. The case got a notable design upgrade too with a new lanyard loop and a built-in speaker to help track the location of your AirPods case. Apple AirPods Pro 2, $239 (reduced from $249) $239 at AmazonApple Watch Series 8 Save up to $40
Apple Apple Watch Series 8, the latest addition to the Apple Watch lineup, features the new S8 chip for improved performance. It also includes an always-on display and new watch face options. The Apple Watch 8 will has a larger battery than previous models: Battery life can be extended to 36 hours when in low-power mode. The Apple Watch 8 features a durable design and is swim-proof, dust-proof and crack-resistant. The Apple Watch 8 has a number of health-tracking features, including an optical heart sensor, electrical heart sensor for ECG, blood oxygen sensor and a new body temperature sensor. The temperature sensor is presented as a women's health tool to more accurately track ovulation times and other changes in a woman's monthly cycle. (In light of increased concern regarding data privacy around cycle tracking information, Apple assured consumers that their data is secure and encrypted.) The Apple Watch 8 is available in 41mm and 45mm sizing options. Shoppers can choose between stainless steel or aluminum casing and several different colors; new watch band options are available via Nike and Hermes. Apple Watch 8 GPS (41mm), $390 (reduced from $399) $390 at Amazon Apple Watch Series 8 GPS (45mm), $420 (reduced from $429) $420 at Amazon Apple Watch Series 8, GPS + Cellular (45mm), $490 (reduced from $529) $529 at AmazonApple Watch SE 2nd generation $249
Apple Apple Watch SE 2nd generation, the most affordable Apple Watch option, includes core Apple Watch features such as car crash detection, heart rate monitoring, fall detection and activity tracking. The updated watch can be paired with a parent's iPhone, but still operate independently for calling and texting. It's a smart choice for families that want to stay connected. The new Apple Watch SE is 20% faster than the last generation. The display is 30% larger than the prior model as well. The back case design now features 100% recycled aluminum. The Apple Watch SE starts at $249 for GPS and $299 for cellular (additional fees from your wireless carrier will apply). It's available for purchase on Amazon now. Apple Watch SE 2nd generation (40mm), $249 $249 at Amazon Apple Watch SE 2nd generation (44mm), $270 (regularly $279) $270 at Amazon Apple Watch SE 2nd generation, GPS + Cellular (40mm), $299 $299 at Amazon Apple Watch SE 2nd generation, GPS + Cellular (44mm), $320 (regularly $329) $320 at AmazonApple AirPods with MagSafe case 3rd generation $169
Apple The latest generation of Apple AirPods are a nice upgrade over the second-generation model. They support 3D spatial audio with dynamic head tracking. You get more listening time, too -- up to 30 hours with the included MagSafe charging case. Apple AirPods (3rd generation), $169 (reduced from $199) $169 at AmazonApple AirPods Max $449 br
Apple via Amazon Apple AirPods Max use active noise-cancellation technology to block out unwanted noise and feature a transparency mode so you can hear what you need to. These headphones feature 20 hours of listening. They come in a variety of colors including blue, green, red and silver. They're also compatible with Siri. Apple AirPods Max, $449 (regularly $549) $449 at AmazonApple iPad 9 $299
Apple via Amazon The 10.2-inch iPad 9, released in 2021, is the most affordable of Apple's iPad offerings. It offers a 8 MP wide-angle back camera, and a 12 MP ultra-wide-angle front camera. It boasts stereo speakers, too. This iPad is powered by a A13 Bionic chip. It boasts up to 10 hours of battery life, and is compatible with the Apple Pencil ($99) for drawing or note-taking. Available in two colors; prices vary. Apple iPad 9 (64 GB) (silver), $299 (reduced from $329) $299 at Amazon Want to protect your new tablet investment? Get the 64 GB Apple iPad 9 bundled with a two-year subscription to Apple's protection plan, Apple Care+. That bundle's on sale on Amazon, too. Apple iPad 9 (64 GB) (silver) bundled with Apple Care+, $368 (reduced from $398) $368 at AmazonApple iPad Air 5 $519
Apple via Amazon Introduced in 2022, the 10.9-inch Apple iPad Air 5 is the latest in the lightweight iPad Air line. The iPad Air 5 offers performance up to 60% faster than the prior model, thanks to Apple's turbo-charged M1 chip. The device boasts a 12 MP wide-angle back camera that supports 4K video. It also offers touch ID, and Apple's Liquid Retina display. Available in five colors; prices vary. Apple iPad Air 5 (64 GB) (pink), $519 (reduced from $599) $519 at Amazon The 256 GB iPad Air 5 is also available in five colors; prices vary. The best deal we saw was for the space gray model (pictured) with Wi-Fi-only connectivity. Apple iPad Air 5 (256 GB) (space gray), $669 (reduced from $749) $669 at AmazonApple iPad Mini 6 $399
Apple via Walmart The iPad Mini 6 is a compact tablet with an 8.3-inch Liquid Retina display screen. Released in 2021, the Apple tablet is powered by an A15 Bionic chip. It features a 12 MP wide-angle back camera, and a 12 MP ultra-wide-angle front camera. It boasts landscape stereo speakers. Available in four colors. Note that the Apple iPad Mini is not compatible with Apple's external Magic Keyboard. It can, however, be used with other Bluetooth-enabled external keyboards. The best deal on this tablet is at Walmart -- you'll save an extra $15 over Amazon's prices. Apple iPad Mini (64 GB), $445 (reduced from $499) $445 at Walmart $460 at Amazon Amazon also has a good deal on the Wi-Fi and cellular model with 64 GB of storage. Choose from four colors. Apple iPad Mini 6 with celluar connectivity (64 GB), $599 (reduced from $649) $599 at AmazonApple iPad Pro 5 $749
Apple via Amazon Apple's high-end tablet, the iPad Pro, features an 11-inch Liquid Retina XDR display, a pro camera system and a Thunderbolt port for lightning-speed data transfers. Looking for a traditional laptop experience? It's compatible with Apple's Magic Keyboard. Available in two colors; prices vary. The sale prices listed below are for the space gray iPad Pro 5 with Wi-Fi-only connectivity. As with other iPad models, the iPad Pro 5 with cellular connectivity is more expensive than the Wi-Fi-only device. But if 5G is the connection you're craving, then the extra expense may be worth it. Apple iPad Pro 5 (128 GB) (silver), $749 (reduced from $799) $749 at Amazon13 MacBook Air 2020 $799
Amazon This is one of the best deals you're going to be able to find on a MacBook. This lightweight MacBook features Retina display, an impressive 18-hour battery life and fast performance. There is a 2022 edition out, so this is a slightly older model -- however, it is solid deal for a new MacBook. 13" MacBook Air (2020, space gray), $899 (reduced from $999) $899 at Amazon14 MacBook Pro Save up to $300
Amazon A step up from the MacBook Air, the slightly weightier (3.0 pound) 14-inch MacBook Pro boasts a powerful active cooling system, which helps keep the 8-core CPU running fast. It delivers up to 21 hours of battery life on a single charge, and features a Retina display that's brighter than the MacBook Air. 14" Apple MacBook Pro (Apple M1 Chip, 16 GB RAM, 512 GB SSD), $1,859 (regularly $1,999) $1,859 at Amazon 14" Apple MacBook Pro (Apple M1 chip, 16 GB RAM, 1 TB SSD), $2,199 (regularly $2,499) $2,199 at Amazon16 MacBook Pro Save $400
Apple Is the 14-inch MacBook Pro not powerful, or big enough for you? Then try its sibling, the 16-inch MacBook Pro. On Amazon, you can get a deal on the 16-inch MacBook Pro with a 10-core CPU, as well as 16GB of unified memory, and 512GB of storage. All of that is more than enough for you to be able to edit 8K videos on the machine. You also get four Thunderbolt ports, an HDMI port and a SDXC card slot. With its size and more powerful guts, the 16-inch MacBook Pro is aimed at professionals who need a seriously powerful laptop for graphics-intensive applications, such as video-rendering and design. Just keep in mind, this is a machine that comes with a professional-level price tag. 16" Apple MacBook Pro (Apple M1 Pro, 16 GB RAM, 512 GB SSD), $2,199 (regularly $2,499) $2,199 at Amazon13 6 MacBook Air 2022 Save $100
Apple via Amazon Save $100 on the new-for-2022 Apple MacBook Air at Amazon. The laptop features a 13.6-inch Retina display, 8GB of RAM, 256GB of storage and a backlit keyboard. Designed for portability, it weighs just 2.7 pounds and lasts for up to 18 hours on a single charge thanks to the Apple M2 chip. 13.6" MacBook Air (2022 model, 8GB), $1,099 (reduced from $1,199) $1,099 at AmazonApple iPhone 14 is on sale at Walmart
Looking to save money on Apple's newest smartphone, the iPhone 14? Again, you won't save a ton of money, but the Apple iPhone 14 is $20 off at Walmart right now. You can get a phone that runs on the Verizon or AT&T network. Apple Apple's new iPhone 14 offers several improvements over the prior model, including a new operating system with iOS 16. It is getting a camera upgrade, improved retina display and a larger battery. The new iPhones will feature 6GB of RAM, an increase over the 4GB offered in the iPhone 13. The iPhone 14 has a new 12MP main camera with a larger sensor and wider aperture. The upgraded smartphone also includes an improved front-facing camera with autofocus for better selfies. The iPhone 14 starts at $799, though we found it slightly cheaper at Walmart ($779). The iPhone 14 Plus will start at $899. Apple iPhone 14 Plus models will not be available until Oct. 7, but they are available for preorder at Walmart now for $879. (You can read our Essentials Fall 100 article on the Apple iPhone 14 here.) Apple iPhone 14 on AT&T (128GB), $779 (reduced from $800) $21.64 per month at Walmart Apple iPhone 14 on Verizon (128GB), $779 (reduced from $800) $21.64 per month at WalmartRelated content from CBS Essentials br
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