Black Friday sales on Apple products have already begun. As usual, you won’t find the best deals at Apple itself so I have rounded up the top live deals you will find around the web. These include big savings on AirPods, iPhones, iPads, iMacs, MacBooks, the Apple Watch and Beats headphones.
11/19 Update: new deals and updated prices added.
Black Friday 2020 sales on Apple’s biggest devices are already live.
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Note: if you are waiting to see what Apple offers, don’t bother. The best it has come up with in recent years is an Apple Store Gift Card, and deals are primarily on older products. The deals below are much better.
Best Black Friday Apple iPhone Deals
11/19 – Get up to $250 off the new iPhone 12 or iPhone 12 mini with Apple Trade In – Apple – shop deal now
11/19 Get up to $370 off the new iPhone 12 Pro or iPhone 12 Pro Max with Apple Trade In – Apple – shop deal now
11/19 Get up to $210 off the iPhone 11 with Apple Trade In – Apple – shop deal now
11/19 STAR DEAL – iPhone 12 mini, iPhone 12, iPhone 12 Pro and iPhone 12 Pro Max – Save up to $800 on activation and qualified trade-in with AT&T and save up to $440 on activation and qualifying trade-in with Verizon and T-Mobile – Best Buy – shop deal now
11/19 Apple – iPhone SE (2nd generation) 64GB (Unlocked) – Mint Mobile – Black, (PRODUCT)RED and white – $469.98 (save $15) – Best Buy – shop deal now
11/19 NEW STAR DEAL (Ends 11/25) – Save up to $700 on the new iPhone 12 devices. Select or Get Unlimited plan with Verizon required. Plus get a $100 eGift card – Costco – shop deals now
11/19 DOORBUSTER DEAL (Ends today) – iPhone 12. Save up to $800 on activation with AT&T – Costco – shop deal now
11/19 STAR DEAL (Ends today) – Buy an iPhone 11 or iPhone 12 and save up to $540 on another with qualified T-Mobile activation at Wireless Centre – Costco – shop deal now
11/19 NEW STAR DEAL – iPhone 11 Pro Max, iPhone 11 Pro Get up to $700 on select Apple devices when you trade-in to a new line or upgrade on an eligible Unlimited plan plus $350 gift card in-store with qualified activation –Target– shop deals now
11/19 iPhone XS – Get up to $700 on select Apple devices when you trade-in to a new line or upgrade on an eligible Unlimited plan plus a $450 gift card in-store with qualified activation on AT&T –Target – shop deal now
11/19 iPhone XS Max – $450 gift card in-store with qualified activation on AT&T – Target – shop deal now
11/19 Straight Talk Apple iPhone SE (2020) w/ 64GB – Black – $199 (save $150) – Walmart – shop deal now
11/19 Straight Talk Apple iPhone XR – 64GB Black – Prepaid Smartphone – $299 (save $100) – Walmart – shop deal now
11/19 BACK IN STOCK – Total Wireless Apple iPhone SE 2nd Generation – 64GB Black – Prepaid Smartphone – $199 (save $150) – Walmart – shop deal now
Big discounts on Apple’s new iPhone 12 range are already available
Costco / Membership Wireless
Best Black Friday Apple iPad Deals
11/19 Apple iPad Mini (Wi-Fi, 64GB) – Space Gray (Latest Model) – $379 (save $20) – Amazon – shop deal now
11/19 New Apple iPad Pro (12.9-inch, Wi-Fi, 128GB) – Silver (4th Generation) – $929 (save $70) – Amazon – shop deal now
11/19 PRICE CHANGE – Apple iPad Air 2, 128 GB, Space Gray, (Renewed) – $312 (save $87.99) – Amazon – shop deal now
11/19 Apple iPad Pro (12.9-inch, Wi-Fi, 256GB) – Space Gray (4th Generation) – $999 (save $100) – Amazon – shop deal now
11/19 PRICE CHANGE – Apple iPad Pro (10.5-inch, Wi-Fi + Cellular, 64GB) – Rose Gold (Previous Model) – $680.84 (save $98.16) – Amazon – shop deal now
11/19 New Apple iPad Pro (11-inch, Wi-Fi, 256GB) – Space Gray (2nd Generation) – $849 (save $50) – Amazon – shop deal now
1 1/19 Apple – 10.2-Inch iPad (Latest Model) with Wi-Fi + Cellular – 128GB (Verizon) – Space Gray – $359.99 (save $200) – Best Buy – shop deal now
11/19 PRICE CHANGE – Apple iPad Pro 12.9-inch (64GB, Wi-Fi + 4G LTE, Space Gray, Previous Gen) – $799 (save $350) – B&H – shop deal now
11/19 Apple 11-inch iPad Pro (Early 2020, 128GB, Wi-Fi Only, Space Gray) – $769 (save $30) – B&H – shop deal now
Apple’s M1-based MacBooks only went on sale last week and have yet to be included in Black Friday 2020 sales. That said, the company’s 16-inch MacBook Pro was only weeks old when Black Friday sales included it last year, so deals could still happen. Check back, as I will keep this article updated.
11/19 PRICE CHANGE – Apple MacBook Air (13-inch Retina Display, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD Storage) – Gold (Previous Model) – $899 (save $100) – Amazon – shop deal now
11/19 NEW – Apple iMac (21.5-inch, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD Storage)$1,029 (save $70)- shop deal now
11/19 New Apple MacBook Pro (16-inch, 16GB RAM, 1TB Storage, 2.3GHz Intel Core i9) – Space Gray – $2,499 (save $300) – Amazon – shop deal now
11/19 Apple MacBook Air (13-inch Retina Display, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD Storage) – Space Gray (Previous Model) – $899.99 (save $99.01) – Amazon – shop deal now
11/19 STAR DEAL – Apple MacBook Pro 13.3 -inch with Touch Bar – 8th Gen Intel Core i5 – 8GB Memory – 256GB SSD – Silver – $1,099.99 (save $150) – valid until 11/16 – Costco – shop deal now
11/19 DOORBUSTER LIVE – Apple MacBook Air 13 -inch – Intel Core i5 – 8GB Memory – 512GB SSD – $1,049.99 (save $200) – valid until 11/16 – Costco – shop deal now
Amazon Black Friday 2020 AirPods Pro deals are already live
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Apple Black Friday AirPods, Beats, Speakers Deals
11/19 Apple AirPods Pro – Walmart: $199.99 (save $49.01) / Amazon: $199.99 (save $49.01) / Target: $199.99 (save $50)
11/19 AirPods with Charging Case (Latest Model) – Walmart: $128.98 (norm $159) / Amazon: $128.98 (save $30.02) currently unavailable / Best Buy: $129.99 (save $30) / Staples: $129 (save $30) / Target: $129.99 (save $30)
11/19 AirPods with Wireless Charging Case (Latest Model) – Walmart: $159.98 (norm $199.99) / Amazon: £159.98 (save $39.02) Best Buy: $159.99 (save $40) / Target: $159.99 (save $40)
11/19 Beats by Dr. Dre – Powerbeats Pro Totally Wireless Earphones – Moss – $159.99 (save $90) – Best Buy – shop deal now
11/19 Beats by Dr. Dre – Solo Pro More Matte Collection Wireless Noise Cancelling On-Ear Headphones – Dark Blue – $179.99 (save $120) – Best Buy – shop deal now
11/19 Beats by Dr. Dre – Powerbeats³ Wireless – $79 (save $55) – Walmart – shop deal now
11/19 Beats Solo3 Wireless On-Ear Headphones – Apple W1 Headphone Chip, Class 1 Bluetooth, 40 Hours Of Listening Time – Rose Gold (Latest Model) – $157.99 (save $41.96) – Amazon – shop deal now
Apple Black Friday Apple Watch Deal
11/19 Apple Watch Series 6 (GPS + Cellular, 40mm, Graphite Stainless Steel, Graphite Milanese Loop Band) – $699 (save $50) – B&H – shop deal now
11/19 Apple Watch Series 6 (GPS, 40mm, Space Gray Aluminum, Black Sport Band) – $384 (save $15) – B&H – shop deal now
11/19 Apple Watch Series 4 (GPS + Cellular, 44MM) – Space Black Stainless Steel Case with Black Sport Band (Renewed) – $324.97 (save $424.03) – Amazon – shop deal now
11/19 New Apple Watch Series 6 (GPS, 40mm) – Gold Aluminum Case with Pink Sand Sport Band – $349.99 (save $49.01) – Amazon – shop deal now
11/19 Apple Watch Series 3 (GPS, 38mm) – Silver Aluminum Case with White Sport Band – $179 (save $20) – Amazon – shop deal now
11/19 Apple Watch SE (GPS + Cellular, 44mm) – Space Gray Aluminum Case with Charcoal Sport Loop – $339 (save $20) – Amazon – shop deal now
Apple Black Friday Accessories Deals
11/19 Apple Magic Keyboard with Numeric Keypad (Wireless, Rechargable) (US English) – $119 (save $10) – Amazon – shop deal now
11/19 Apple EarPods with Lightning Connector – $16.98 (save $13.01) – Amazon –shop deal now
11/19 Stylus Pen for iPad with Palm Rejection, Active Pencil Compatible with (2018-2020) Apple iPad Pro (11/12.9 Inch),iPad 6th/7th Gen,iPad Mini 5th Gen,iPad Air 3rd Gen for Precise Writing/Drawing – $33.99 (save $13) – Amazon –shop deal now
For my dedicated store-by-store, Black Friday 2020 live deals checkout my guides listed below. I will be extensively tracking Black Friday and Cyber Monday 2020 deals and publishing the best offers daily, so be sure to bookmark my page.
CHICAGO (AP) — United Airlines has struck a deal with Elon Musk’s SpaceX to offer satellite-based Starlink WiFi service on flights within the next several years.
The airline said Friday the service will be free to passengers.
United said it will begin testing the service early next year and begin offering it on some flights by later in 2025.
Financial details of the deal were not disclosed.
The announcement comes as airlines rush to offer more amenities as a way to stand out when passengers pick a carrier for a trip. United’s goal is to make sitting on a plane pretty much like being on the ground when it comes to browsing the internet, streaming entertainment and playing games.
“Everything you can do on the ground, you’ll soon be able to do on board a United plane at 35,000 feet, just about anywhere in the world,” CEO Scott Kirby said in announcing the deal.
The airline says Starlink will allow passengers to get internet access even over oceans and polar regions where traditional cell or Wi-Fi signals may be weak or missing.
Sony has made it easy for Canadian consumers to preorder the PlayStation 5 Pro in Canada directly from PlayStation’s official website. Here’s how:
Visit the Official Website: Go to direct.playstation.com and navigate to the PS5 Pro section once preorders go live on September 26, 2024.
Create or Log in to Your PlayStation Account: If you don’t have a PlayStation account, you will need to create one. Existing users can simply log in to proceed.
Place Your Preorder: Once logged in, follow the instructions to preorder your PS5 Pro. Ensure you have a valid payment method ready and double-check your shipping information for accuracy.
Preorder Through Major Canadian Retailers
While preordering directly from PlayStation is a popular option, you can also secure your PS5 Pro through trusted Canadian retailers. These retailers are expected to offer preorders on or after September 26:
Best Buy Canada
Walmart Canada
EB Games (GameStop)
Amazon Canada
The Source
Steps to Preorder via Canadian Retailers:
Visit Retailer Websites: Search for “PlayStation 5 Pro” on the website of your preferred retailer starting on September 26.
Create or Log in to Your Account: If you’re shopping online, having an account with the retailer can speed up the preorder process.
Preorder in Store: For those who prefer in-person shopping, check with local stores regarding availability and preorder policies.
3. Sign Up for Notifications
Many retailers and websites offer the option to sign up for notifications when the preorder goes live. If you’re worried about missing out due to high demand, this can be a useful option.
Visit Retailer Sites: Look for a “Notify Me” or “Email Alerts” option and enter your email to stay informed.
Use PlayStation Alerts: Sign up for notifications directly through Sony to be one of the first to know when preorders are available.
4. Prepare for High Demand
Preordering the PS5 Pro is expected to be competitive, with high demand likely to result in quick sellouts, just as with the initial release of the original PS5. To maximize your chances of securing a preorder:
Act Quickly: Be prepared to place your order as soon as preorders open. Timing is key, as stock can run out within minutes.
Double-Check Payment Information: Ensure your credit card or payment method is ready to go. Any delays during the checkout process could result in losing your spot.
Stay Informed: Monitor PlayStation and retailer websites for updates on restocks or additional preorder windows.
Final Thoughts
The PlayStation 5 Pro is set to take gaming to the next level with its enhanced performance, graphics, and new features. Canadian gamers should be ready to act fast when preorders open on September 26, 2024, to secure their console ahead of the holiday season. Whether you choose to preorder through PlayStation’s official website or your preferred retailer, following the steps outlined above will help ensure a smooth and successful preorder experience.
For more details on the PS5 Pro and to preorder, visit direct.playstation.com or stay tuned to updates from major Canadian retailers.
Since the PlayStation 5 (PS5) launched four years ago, PlayStation has continuously evolved to meet the demands of its players. Today, we are excited to announce the next step in this journey: the PlayStation 5 Pro. Designed for the most dedicated players and game creators, the PS5 Pro brings groundbreaking advancements in gaming hardware, raising the bar for what’s possible.
Key Features of the PS5 Pro
The PS5 Pro comes equipped with several key performance enhancements, addressing the requests of gamers for smoother, higher-quality graphics at a consistent 60 frames per second (FPS). The console’s standout features include:
Upgraded GPU: The PS5 Pro’s GPU boasts 67% more Compute Units than the current PS5, combined with 28% faster memory. This allows for up to 45% faster rendering speeds, ensuring a smoother gaming experience.
Advanced Ray Tracing: Ray tracing capabilities have been significantly enhanced, with reflections and refractions of light being processed at double or triple the speed of the current PS5, creating more dynamic visuals.
AI-Driven Upscaling: Introducing PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution, an AI-based upscaling technology that adds extraordinary detail to images, resulting in sharper image clarity.
Backward Compatibility & Game Boost: More than 8,500 PS4 games playable on PS5 Pro will benefit from PS5 Pro Game Boost, stabilizing or enhancing performance. PS4 games will also see improved resolution on select titles.
VRR & 8K Support: The PS5 Pro supports Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) and 8K gaming for the ultimate visual experience, while also launching with the latest wireless technology, Wi-Fi 7, in supported regions.
Optimized Games & Patches
Game creators have quickly embraced the new technology that comes with the PS5 Pro. Many games will receive free updates to take full advantage of the console’s new features, labeled as PS5 Pro Enhanced. Some of the highly anticipated titles include:
Alan Wake 2
Assassin’s Creed: Shadows
Demon’s Souls
Dragon’s Dogma 2
Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth
Gran Turismo 7
Marvel’s Spider-Man 2
Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart
Horizon Forbidden West
These updates will allow players to experience their favorite games at a higher fidelity, taking full advantage of the console’s improved graphics and performance.
Design & Compatibility
Maintaining consistency within the PS5 family, the PS5 Pro retains the same height and width as the original PS5 model. Players will also have the option to add an Ultra HD Blu-ray Disc Drive or swap console covers when available.
Additionally, the PS5 Pro is fully compatible with all existing PS5 accessories, including the PlayStation VR2, DualSense Edge, Pulse Elite, and Access controller. This ensures seamless integration into your current gaming setup.
Pricing & Availability
The PS5 Pro will be available starting November 7, 2024, at a manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP) of:
$699.99 USD
$949.99 CAD
£699.99 GBP
€799.99 EUR
¥119,980 JPY
Each PS5 Pro comes with a 2TB SSD, a DualSense wireless controller, and a copy of Astro’s Playroom pre-installed. Pre-orders begin on September 26, 2024, and the console will be available at participating retailers and directly from PlayStation via direct.playstation.com.
The launch of the PS5 Pro marks a new chapter in PlayStation’s commitment to delivering cutting-edge gaming experiences. Whether players choose the standard PS5 or the PS5 Pro, PlayStation aims to provide the best possible gaming experience for everyone.
Preorder your PS5 Pro and step into the next generation of gaming this holiday season.
