This morning, AT&T has announced that it’s now offering buy one get one free smartphones when you add a new line or upgrade with its Next or Next Every Year plan. You’ll receive bill credits over the course of 24 to 30 months totaling up to $695 to off-set any costs. This offer includes some of the latest devices like iPhone 7, see more details on this offer at the official landing page. Full terms and condition can be found below.
Ultrafast 802.11ac Wi-Fi; Reach data rates of up to 1.3 Gbps. compatible with devices using the 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, 802.11n, and 802.11ac specifications.
Simultaneous dual-band 802.11ac Wi-Fi support
New 6.6-inch height with smaller 3.85-inch base
6 antennas located at the top allows for a faster and more powerful connection
Easy setup with Macs and iOS devices. Please note: This product is a Router ONLY and requires a modem to operate.
Geek Squad refurbished products come with a 90-day warranty from Best Buy and are verified to work properly. They also include all of the original parts and accessories.
Verizon Wireless made a big announcement last night, introducing a new unlimited data plan in response to increased pressure from T-Mobile and Sprint. For a limited time, Verizon is offering a number of top devices for free when you switch from a competitor and go with its latest plan. This includes some of our favorite devices on the market right now: iPhone 7/Plus, Google Pixel, Moto Z Droid, Samsung Galaxy S7/Edge and more.
There a few details worth going over here: you’ll need to currently be on a plan from a competing provider and willing to trade in your current device (list of accepted devices). Also, you’ll have to opt for a device payment plan and Verizon will issue credits off-setting your monthly balance over the course of 24 months. Full details on this offer and Verizon’s new Unlimited plan can be found here.
Apple’s in-house battery case for iPhone 7 has a number of advantages over third-party alternatives. Most notably is its built-in MFi Lightning port that charges your phone and case without the need for additional microUSB cables. It also has built-in monitoring in iOS 10. You can count on up to an additional 26 hours of battery life on a full charge. Rated 4.7/5 stars by over 200 Best Buy reviewers.
You can knock and extra $50 or so off if you opt for Best Buy’s current open-box option (found directly beside the price on the listing page). “Product has passed the Geek Squad Certified process, has been professionally cleaned, looks brand new and includes original parts and accessories.”
At under $1,000 (and even less today), this might be one of the best and most affordable web browsers or student machines on the market. It has 128GB of solid state storage, 8GB of RAM, two USB 3.0 ports, Thunderbolt 2, 802.11ac Wi-Fi Bluetooth, an SDXC card slot and more.
Amazon offers Apple’s official iPhone Lightning Dock in Black or Silver for $42.49 shipped. Gold and Rose Gold colors are the same price, but aren’t available for immediate shipping. Alternatively, Best Buy has this deal with Silver and Gold in-stock for shipping. Today’s deal is $7.5 (15% off) the regular price of $49 and the first significant deal we’ve ever tracked. This dock offers and elegant home for your new iPhone 7 and is Apple’s answer for charging while listening to wired headphones.
If you were you lucky enough to unwrap an Apple Watch during the holidays, your next move should be to buy a few different style bands. Apple will happily sell you some, but you’re better off going with another brand if you aren’t keen on spending your entire paycheck on Apple Watch accessories.
We absolutely love Apple Watch bands from the Maryland-based Clockwork Synergy. Its high-quality bands are available in a range of different styles from formal leather to casual nylon and are guaranteed to work with your Apple Watch. You can even choose the hardware color to ensure a perfect match with your watch. Through January 1, you can save 30% sitewide at Clockwork Synergy when you enter coupon code 9to5Toys30 during checkout, which is 10% more than our previous mention. The best part? All US orders ship free. The versatile 2-piece Classic NATO bands drop to just $17.47 shipped (Reg. $25).
Hopefully you haven’t yet filled your iPhone or iPad with new movies to help pass the time while traveling for the holidays. iTunes is now discounting a ton of great titles, headlined by a variety of $4.99 purchases and $0.99 rentals. In addition, there are a number of other Editors’ Choice, Recent Releases and Dreamworks films on sale for $9.99. If you’re looking to really pad your digital movie collection, take advantage of the limited time bundle prices. Amazon Video (compatible with iOS and many other devices) is also matching some iTunes sale prices. Don’t forget, you can save even more if you buy this $100 iTunes Gift Card while it’s on sale for $85. Here are our top picks:
PayPal’s official eBay store offers $100 iTunes Gift Cards delivered via email for just $85 (15% off). You’ll need a valid PayPal account and codes are generally sent within a few minutes/hours of purchase (but could take up to 24 hours). PayPal’s eBay Store has a feedback rating of 99.4% from more than 316,227 respondents.
After redeeming the discounted credit, you can apply the full amount to game, app, and movie purchases as well as iTunes subscription payments for Netflix, HBO NOW, Hulu, Spotify, and more.
Update (12/12 12:10pm):Save an additional $25 at Best Buy today only when you pay using Visa Checkout. That drops iPad Air 2 down to $275 shipped.
Target and Best Buy are coming in hard with iPad discounts as we inch closer to Christmas. Most notably, iPad Air 2 now starts at just $299.99 at both retailers. That’s $99.01 below Apple’s asking price and about $25 more than Black Friday. It’s the best full-size iPad for most people since the Pro lineup is generally overkill for everyday tasks. But if you are looking for Apple Pencil support and need the extra horsepower, Target dropped the 9.7-inch 32GB iPad Pro down to $449.99 (from $599), 128GB to $549.99 (from $699) and 256GB to $649.99 (from $799).
Make sure you don’t ruin your savings by snagging an overpriced case. This option has auto/sleep wake functionality and gets stellar reviews: iPad Air 2 model from $9.49, 9.7-inch iPad Pro from $9.99. Buy a Bluetooth keyboard so you can really knock out work on your new iPad. Logitech’s multi-device K480 ($35) and K380 ($30) are both smart picks.
AT&T officially announced DirecTV Now to much fanfare on Monday as the new online streaming service looks to offer the strongest cord cutting alternative yet. Amidst the shuffle of details was a notable deal that nets new customers a free 4th Generation 32GB Apple TV when three months of service are paid in advance. DirecTV Now plans start at $35 per month, making the out-the-door price as little as $105. This deal represents a $255 value as a 4th Gen. Apple TV generally sells for $150. For a limited time, the $60 Go Big package with additional channels is available at a discounted price of $35 as a part of this launch promotion. More details on channel listings below.
For cord cutters, this may be the best alternative to traditional cable yet. DirecTV Now brings the back-end support of two industry veterans alongside a large catalog of on-demand content. The base Live a Little $35 per month package includes over 60 channels with big names like ESPN, TNT, TBS, and USA. Additional plans bring premium content and more sports. Local channels are available in select markets with hopes to expand in 2017. DirecTV Now is compatible with a number of devices, including iOS and Android. Learn more in our launch coverage that includes a full list of channels and packages.
Amazon Prime members can pick up an Apple Pencil at its lowest ever price on the site as part of Amazon’s Cyber Monday promotions. The Apple official stylus drawing accessory is currently on sale at $84.99 shipped for Amazon shoppers with a Prime membership. Also at Target. At $84.99, that’s a $14 saving on its regular price. Apple Pencil works in concert with the 9.7-inch iPad Pro and 12.9-inch iPad Pro to offer the best available tablet drawing experience. Amazon customers love it, where it is a #1 best seller.
If you aren’t too keen on the Touch Bar, there are larger discounts available for the entry-level MacBook Pro.
This Mac utilizes USB-C so you’re probably going to need some additional adapters and cables to make sure it works with your current external hard drive, monitor and other peripherals. If you need any other accessories, make sure you hit up Amazon’s big Black Friday Deals Week promo for some savings.
The 4th Generation Apple TV was completely redesigned with new features such as Siri control, HomeKit and more. Apple just released tvOS 10 that brings even more functionality like dark mode and live tune-in.
This Certified Refurbished product has been tested and certified to work and look like new, with minimal to no signs of wear, by a specialized third-party seller approved by Amazon. The product is backed by a minimum 90-day warranty, and may arrive in a generic brown or white box. Accessories may be generic and not directly from the manufacturer.
12.9″ Retina Display, 2732 x 2048 Resolution
8 MP iSight Camera, Four-Speaker Audio
32GB Capacity, Wi-Fi (802.11a/b/g/n/ac) + Bluetooth 4.2
Apple iOS 9, Dual-Core A9X Chip with Quad-Core Graphics
It’s finally Black Friday week. Many retailers have already begun discounting this year’s most popular items with plenty of other deals coming in the next few days. Now, we’re turning our attention to Apple products.
Third-party retailers are stepping up big with a variety of promotions across the board. Best Buy, Target, Walmart and others are all planning on running notable Black Friday promotions this year. After combing through each ad, we’ve prepared a list of the best deals below on each of Apple’s top products:
Features include full 1080p resolutions at 75Hz and 178-degree viewing angles on the IPS display. HDMI and VGA inputs can be found on the back. It also has an “ultra-thin” design that’s perfect for multi-monitor setups. Rated 4.6/5 stars.
This versatile piece of networking gear blankets your home with fast 802.11ac Wi-Fi and is a wireless 2TB hard drive that can seamlessly backup your family’s fleet of Apple computers via Time Machine.
Use your savings to buy your own cable modem so you can drop those pesky monthly rental fees from your ISP and increase network performance.
After getting an early look at a number Black Friday 2016 ads already thus far, we are starting to see some of the major players step up including Staples, Sears, and now Target. The national retailer has now unleashed a massive 40-page ad detailing all of its biggest deals of the season from electronics to home goods and more.
Target is already (and will be) offering free shipping on all orders from now through the holiday season. Doors will be opening at 6pm on Thanksgiving Thursday. As always REDcard holders will be receiving the usual benefits including an extra 5% off. Here are some of the highlights from the flyer: Expand Expanding Close
You can finally get your hands on the Apple Watch Nike+ edition as of this morning. It includes the same features as all other Series 2 models, plus exclusive watch faces, Nike+ Run Club app and the biggest difference of all, a special perforated Sport Band.
Apple has announced that it will not sell the Nike+ bands separately, but don’t worry because Amazon already has you covered. There are a bunch of options currently available, most of which are from no-name companies using Apple stock imagery, which is never a good sign. However, we were able to find one option we think could be worth your time.
OULUOQI is selling a knockoff Black and Volt Nike+ Sport Band in 38mm and 42mm for $20.99 Prime shipped. We’ve been following OULUOQI’s knockoff Apple Watch bands on Amazon for the better part of the past year, we’ve even reviewed a bunch, and found their quality to be pretty impressive considering the super low price points. So if you’re feeling adventurous and need that Nike+ look, we’d recommend going with OULUOQI. We’re planning to review this model and a couple others, so be on the lookout for that.
Best Buy has a selection of Monowear Apple Watch Bands in 42mm or 38mm for only $9.99 shipped. That’s between $50 – $70 off the original list price (depending on the band) and the lowest we can find for them. It’s also more than $20 off the lowest Amazon listing for the same brand.
Styles for these watch bands vary from natural browns, black and silver to really personalize your look. They feature a solid construction for style and comfort and also come highly rated from Best Buy shoppers.
The first generation Apple Watch connects with your iPhone for notifications, fitness tracking, heart rate monitoring and more. Although the latest model has a few more bells and whistles, it’s tough to beat the popular Space Gray Sport version at this price. Of course, Apple just recently released watchOS 3 that includes a few popular new features and remedies some complaints from the first generation model.
If those Lightning EarPods that came with your iPhone 7 are not cutting it, you may want to consider going Bluetooth. Right now Target offers the Beats by Dre Powerbeats2 Wireless for $99.99 with free shipping. Available in Black or White. That’s half off the original list price and about $40 less than the next best available deal. These headphones feature wireless Bluetooth connectivity (up to 30-ft), 6-hour rechargeable battery, RemoteTalk, and are IPX4 sweat resistant. Powerbeats3 are on the horizon but they’re going to sell for $200 whenever they end up hitting store shelves.
Apple’s AirPort Extreme pushes out 802.11ac speeds that are up to three times faster than the previous generation model. It has support for dual-band connectivity plus beam-forming technology. On the back side, you’ll find three gigabit ethernet ports and a USB port for file or printer sharing. Geek Squad Refurbished products go through “a rigorous multipoint inspection” that returns products to original factory specifications. More info can be found here. A 90-day parts and labor warranty is included with purchase.
Most notably, official Apple accessories qualify for the discount, while headphones, speakers, Bose products and clearance/open-box items are on the exclusions list. Other eligible standouts include popular products from big names like Belkin, Logitech and mophie. The extra savings will be automatically applied to your order as soon as you add 3 (or more) eligible accessories to your shopping cart. Many of these items (especially the Apple ones) are very rarely discounted, if at all.
Just bought a new iPhone, iPad or Mac? Use today’s offer to buy some must-have accessories. Here are some of the best deals we’ve found so far (again, you must order at least 3 items to get these sale prices):
We have teamed up with ColorWare to offer to 9to5 readers an exclusive 10% off on its custom Apple Magic Keyboard and Mouse. The company is known for its bespoke (and official) Apple gear among other electronics. Ever wanted a Jet Black Apple Keyboard? Or a Gold Magic Mouse? Well now you can. ColorWare also offers custom designs on everything from Beats gear, to Bose speakers, PlayStation 4/Xbox One, MacBook Pro/iPhone 7 skins and more.
Simply use code 9to5Toys during checkout to knock 10% off Apple’s Magic Keyboard and Magic Mouse 2. You can use the code on just the mouse/keyboard alone or on both. These are official Apple products that are professionally painted and customized to your liking using the company’s online editor. We recently had a set in all-black (to match the Mac Pro and new iPhone) sent out and were quite impressed with the quality and professionalism on the paint job.
Note: Unlocked cell phones are compatible with GSM carriers like AT&T and T-Mobile as well as with GSM SIM cards (e.g. H20 and select prepaid carriers). Unlocked cell phones will not work with CDMA Carriers like Sprint, Verizon, Boost or Virgin.
We actually couldn’t find another retailer offering a new one, but as a pricing comparison the iPhone SE unlocked starts at $399 at Target and other retailers. So whether you’re looking for your kids first iPhone or an emergency/backup phone this is a great choice. This small sleek phone can call 911 in case of an emergency even without a sim card, has GPS (both unlike an iPod touch) and “find my iPhone” capabilities for tracking and runs the latest iOS 10 software.
Apple’s iPhone 7/Plus can withstand water, but they are still just as prone to scratches and screen breakage as previous generations (even more so for Jet Black!). Its gorgeous, slim design makes it super tempting to use without a case, but we all know that’s just asking for trouble. To that end, you don’t have to cover your iPhone 7 in a bulky case.
We’ve sifted through nearly every iPhone 7 case currently on the market and plucked out the thinnest options. Here’s what we’ve found:
Update (9/21 5:515pm): You may need to select Amazon as the seller to get the discounted price of $39.49 for the Black model.
The arrival of watchOS 3 has drastically improved Apple’s wearable. So much so that you’ve probably fallen back in love with Apple Watch and are going to bring it everywhere with you now. That’s where the Twelve South TimePorter comes into play. Currently on sale for just $39.49 in Black or White, this Apple Watch travel case and charging stand typically sells for $50. This deal is the first meaningful price drop we’ve seen since it was released earlier this year. Free shipping is available for Prime members and on all orders of at least $49.
TimePorter is a practical travel case for Apple Watch, safely storing a charging cable, extra bands (prices have really fallen), USB charger and other small accessories. When you get to a hotel just insert your charging puck into the top opening and TimePorter turns into a multi-angle charging stand. Rated 4.4 out of 5 stars from Amazon reviewers.
What better way to kick off your weekend than with a free download of INKS for iPhone and iPad? This game is an Apple Design Award winner and has a 4.5 star rating from thousands of reviewers. Here’s how the deal works:
At effectively $1/ea, a lot of these top tier moves from major US studios are no-brainer purchases, if only to have something to watch on airplanes or for the kids. Head below for a breakdown of all the deals:
It’s iPhone 7 pre-order day and all the carriers are offering promotions that will let you get a discount on your new device.
The iPhone 7 usually starts at $649 for the entry-level 32GB 4.7-inch iPhone 7 models, but all major carriers including T-Mobile, Sprint, AT&T, and Verizon are offering a free 32GB iPhone 7 with trade-in promo.
Sprint is also offering $100 off the 256GB model for online orders, effectively getting you the highest-capacity iPhone 7 model for the price of the 128GB model.
These look to be final closeouts so if you want to jump on an Apple Watch with almost all of the capabilities of the new ones (which are more water resistant and have GPS as well as a faster processor), get in quick. Expand Expanding Close
It’s not even iPhone 7 pre-order day yet and T-Mobile has already dropped an amazing deal for the updated smartphone.
New and existing customers can get an iPhone 7 for free with the trade in of an iPhone 6/6s. T-Mobile will hand you up to $650 in monthly bill credits over a 2-year time span, which covers the cost of a 32GB iPhone 7. If you’re looking at a more expensive model like one with more storage or iPhone 7 Plus, you’ll be required to “pay a little more upfront.” The effective value of this offer is well above what you can expect from traditional trade in services.
T-Mobile’s free iPhone 7 promo is slated to go live at the same time pre-orders officially open on September 9 at 12:01am PT. You can pre-register now to receive a notification as soon as the offer goes live. Once you lock in your new iPhone, all you need to do is buy a case (especially for Jet Black!) and you’ll be ready for launch day. Amazon already has a ton of options available. But if you can’t find anything you like there, then be sure check out our roundup from yesterday for more options.
Update (9/6 8:30am): This is a new promotion from Apple that is available in its retail stores and at select online retailers. Purchasing direct from PayPal still offers a $21 savings over a digital subscription. Learn more here.
PayPal’s official eBay Store offers a 12-month subscription to Apple Music for $99 with email delivery. It usually costs $10/mo or $120 for the year. Today’s deal is the first discount that we have ever seen on an Apple Music subscription outside of student promotions. PayPal will email you a redemption code “within minutes” although it can take up to 24 hours.
Apple Music includes full access to some 30 million songs, the Beats 1 radio station, curated playlists and exclusive content. Just last night, personalized playlists began to populate for select users as a new feature. Apple Music is compatible with most devices including iPhone, iPad, Mac/PC, Android and SONOS.
Clarification: These are not Apple Certified Refurbished but certified grade A
Daily Steals offers a Refurbished 12.9-inch iPad Pro 32GB in all colors for $599.99. Coupon code TAKE20DS drops it to $579.99with free shipping. That’s $100 less that Apple charges for certified refurb (although this one comes with a Daily Steals 30-day warranty). It features a large 12.9-inch 2732 x 2048 Retina display, Smart Connector and Apple Pencil support.
Spigen is one of the first major Apple accessory makers to start accepting orders for its new line of iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus cases guaranteed to fit Apple’s new device launching next week at its Sept. 7 press event.
Daily Steals is offering the certified-refurbished Apple 5K Retina iMac 3.5GHz/8GB/1TB (FF886LL/A) for $1499.99 shipped. That’s $269 less than what Apple charges and the lowest we can find for it. This iMac is Apple-Certified Refurbished and it is eligible for AppleCare which extends the standard factory warranty to 3 years. It features a 27-inch Retina Display with a 5120 X 2880 resolution and also has a built-in HD camera for FaceTime.
Nomad offers its Pod portable Apple Watch battery pack in Silver for $29.99, but when you enter coupon code BTS25 at checkout your final price drops to just $22.47 shipped. Thats a substantial drop from its original price of $60. Instead of juggling a traditional USB power bank and lengthy cables while on-the-go, Nomad’s 1800mAh Pod provides a compact, all-in-one portable charging solution for your Apple Watch. During our review we found it to be a suitable solution for overcoming the disappointing 1-day battery life of Apple Watch.
Amazon offers the Nomad Stand for Apple Watch in silver for $26.99 Prime shipped. For comparison, it typically sells for $40 at most online retailers. Today’s deal is a match of our previous low mention. Although reviews are slim at Amazon, we found this stand to be “the futuristic curved dock your smartwatch deserves” in our in-depth review. Note: although it is currently backordered a few weeks, you can lock in the discounted pricing now and it will ship as soon as possible.
Unlike nearly every other gadget, your Apple Watch is a direct reflection of your personal style. As such, its band should be as carefully considered as your belt or shoes. Sure a Milanese Loop band looks sharp when you’re dressed to the nines during at formal events, but it just isn’t as practical when working out or partying. That’s why it’s important to have several bands at your disposal. Apple offers a range of different bands, however in typical Apple fashion, they are either expensive or really expensive.
Clockwork Synergy was catapulted into the spotlight last week when it released (and quickly sold out!) a rainbow-colored Pride Apple Watch band just like the one Apple gave its employees. But that’s not the only popular style the company sells. You’ll find a host of 38mm and 42mm Apple Watch bands include 2-piece NATO, leather and silicone. All of which qualify for today’s 20% discount and free shipping. Most of the nylon bands will only run you $20 shipped, which is significantly less than Apple’s asking price of $49.
One of Apple’s most beloved features of its MacBooks is its proprietary magnetic charging cable known as MagSafe. That, however, was removed on the 2015 and 2016 12-inch MacBook models in place of a single USB-C port. The good news is you can add back a magnetic charging connector by using Griffin’s BreakSafe cable adapter for USB-C, currently on sale (review). Today the product goes to its lowest price yet, with a 50% discount on the usual retail price bringing it down to just $20 shipped.
If you’ve been holding out for a new standalone desktop display from Apple, you’re either going to take news of the Thunderbolt Display being discontinued as a sign of good things to come, or as a cue to finally purchase a new 4K or 5K display from someone else. For most, especially considering Apple itself is recommending you purchase a third-party display, the latter option is going to be the more likely.
While Apple didn’t recommend any specific third-party alternatives during its discontinuation announcement of the Thunderbolt display last week, we’ve done the work for you and put together our top picks for the best 4K & 5K displays for Mac available to buy right now.
Daily Steals is now offering the 32GB iPhone 5c (GSM Unlocked Refurb) for $113.99 shipped. That’s $186 off the list price and the lowest we can find for it. The iPhone 5c has an Apple A6 1.3GHz dual-core processor, 4-inch 1136×640 Retina display, 8-megapixel iSight camera, 1.2-megapixel FaceTime HD camera, 1080p video capture, 802.11n wireless, Bluetooth 4.0, and iOS 8.
NOTE: This phone is unlocked for Verizon and GSM networks (such as Verizon, AT&T and T-mobile). Please check with your carrier to make sure that they can support this device.
Use a (very) small portion of your savings from today’s deal to buy a highly-rated protective case with auto sleep/lock functionality for as little as $10.99 Prime shipped.
ElectronicsValley (Top Rated Plus seller w/ 99.6% feedback rating from 27,750 respondents) via eBay Daily Deals offers Apple’s recently released 13-inch MacBook Air 1.6GHz/8GB/128GB (model MMGF2LL/A) for $799.99 with free shipping plus potential tax savings at the time of purchase for most buyers. It typically sells for $999 and has never been priced lower. This MacBook is a practical choice for students and most casual laptop users. Other features include two USB 3.0 ports, Thunderbolt 2, SDXC card slot, 802.11ac Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0 and dual microphones.
You can turn either one of these ultra-portable laptops into a full-blown desktop setup by putting your savings towards a big, Mac-friendly external monitor. Or to browse our current monitor deals, click here.
Looking for more power? Yesterday’s Retina MacBook Pro deal is still available.
During the lead up to WWDC there was some optimism Apple would finally release a new external Display, but that hope quickly disappeared. Apple quelled all rumors last night when it announced plans to discontinue the Thunderbolt Display and recommended prospective buyers check out 3rd party options. There’s a chance Apple could release an all-new monitor at some point down the road, but given Apple’s recent shift away from professional products, it wouldn’t be surprising if we never see another display come out of Cupertino.
To that end, we’ve rounded up the best monitors available right now across all budgets for Mac users…
