Deals: Best Buy's Apple Watch Flash Sale and B&H Photo's Back-to-School Savings on MacBook Pro and More

A new one-day-only flash sale has opened up at Best Buy, with nearly 30 models of the Apple Watch Series 3 (GPS + Cellular) marked down by up to $250. Sale prices begin at $299.00 for the 38mm Aluminum models and $329.00 for the 42mm Aluminum models, but there are also savings on Stainless Steel and Ceramic versions of the 2017 Apple Watch.

With this sale, Best Buy is offering the best prices online for the GPS + Cellular models of the Apple Watch Series 3, with the entry level Aluminum cases coming in $100 cheaper than rivals like B&H Photo and Walmart.

best buy apple watch sale 82Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with these vendors. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running.

Below we've listed a few of the discounted models, but be sure to head over to Best Buy's Daily Deals page to see the full list of Apple Watches on sale and make your purchase before the day ends.

Additionally, B&H Photo this week launched a new sale focused on back-to-school savings available to students getting ready for the new school year. The sale extends across numerous product categories on B&H Photo, including MacBooks, iPads, microSD cards, portable hard drives, cameras, headphones, and more.

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Below we've highlighted a few of the sales in a list, but be sure to head over to B&H Photo to browse the full array of its back-to-school discounts.

MacBook Pro and MacBook Air - Save $100 on 2017 models

MacBook Pro - Save $1,000 on a 2016 model

9.7-inch iPad - Save $20 on a 2017 model

10.5-inch iPad - Save up to $150 on Wi-Fi + Cellular models

  • 64GB - $734.00, down from $779.00
  • 512GB - $949.00, down from $1,099.00

Head over to our full Deals Roundup for more information on the latest sales and bargains going on this week.

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Top Rated Comments

Black Magic Avatar
85 months ago
Still rocking my Stainless Series 0, and was planning on upgrading this fall, assuming a Series 4 release is in the near future. (Best Buy’s sale would be a strong indicator).

But the prices on these are fantastic. What to do?? :eek: Buy now or wait?
Prices like these don't come around often. Series 4 Brand New could cost a lot more. New bands too?
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nospleen Avatar
85 months ago
So angry! I purchased the exact model I wanted from BB's online store last Thursday for $75 off and now they have it for $100 off. Ugh. I can't return it, because there's the $35 restocking fee. Is there any way I could get the extra $25 dollar discount?
They have price protection, so you should be able to call and get a credit.
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Dj64Mk7 Avatar
85 months ago
They have price protection, so you should be able to call and get a credit.
Thank you so much. I realize it's only $25 ($26.?? with the tax), but I'll make it go a long way. So yes, you're my savior for today. For the record, I wasn't even on the phone 15 minutes. Thanks again.
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Chaka Jon Avatar
85 months ago
Still rocking my Stainless Series 0, and was planning on upgrading this fall, assuming a Series 4 release is in the near future. (Best Buy’s sale would be a strong indicator).

But the prices on these are fantastic. What to do?? :eek: Buy now or wait?
Score: 1 Votes (Like | Disagree)
Swampthing Avatar
85 months ago
If I get the LTE model, but never use or activate it, does this version of the watch still eat battery more than the regular version?
“Still?” My series 3 Apple Watch with cellular does not eat battery particularly fast. I can last about two days without requiring a recharge.
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