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Our Cyber Monday coverage continues with the best deals you can find on MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, and iMac. As with all holiday deals, we aren't sure how long any of these will last, and prices are always fluctuating, so if you see something you want, be sure to buy it soon.

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

If you're looking for something other than Macs, be sure to visit our post on every Apple device currently on sale for Cyber Monday.

Need Help Deciding?

Read our buyer's guides comparing your various options before you shop this season.

• 14-Inch MacBook Pro vs. 16-Inch MacBook Pro Buyer's Guide
• M2 MacBook Pro vs. 14- and 16-Inch MacBook Pro Buyer's Guide
• M1 Pro vs. M1 Max Buyer's Guide
• M1 vs. M2 MacBook Air Buyer's Guide: Is It Worth Upgrading?
• 14-Inch MacBook Pro vs. 16-Inch MacBook Pro Buyer's Guide
• M1 MacBook Pro vs. 14- and 16-Inch MacBook Pro Buyer's Guide

For full details on each Mac, explore our roundups.

• 14 and 16-Inch MacBook Pro
• 13-Inch MacBook Pro
• MacBook Air
• Mac mini
• iMac

More Black Friday Deals

• Best Black Friday AirPods Deals
• Best Black Friday Apple TV Deals
• Best Black Friday HomePod mini Deals
• Best Black Friday iPhone Deals
  

• Best Black Friday Apple Watch Deals
• Best Black Friday iPad Deals
• Best Black Friday HomeKit Accessory Deals

MacBook Pro

13-inch MacBook Pro (2022)

• M2 256GB - $1,149.00 at Amazon ($150 off)

14-inch MacBook Pro (2021)

• 8-Core M1 Pro, 512GB - $1,599.99 at Amazon ($399 off, lowest ever)
• 10-Core M1 Pro, 1TB - $1,999.99 at Amazon ($499 off, lowest ever)

16-inch MacBook Pro (2021)

• 10-Core M1 Pro, 512GB - $1,999.99 at Amazon ($499 off, lowest ever)
• 10-Core M1 Pro, 1TB - $2,199.99 at Amazon ($499 off, lowest ever)
• 10-Core M1 Max, 1TB - $3,049.00 at Amazon ($399 off, lowest ever)

MacBook Air

MacBook Air (2020)

• M1 256GB - $799.00 at Amazon ($200 off, lowest ever)

MacBook Air (2022)

• M2 256GB - $1,049.00 at Amazon / B&H Photo ($150 off, lowest ever)
• M2 512GB - $1,299.00 at Amazon ($200 off, lowest ever)

iMac

24-inch iMac (2021)

• M1 Chip w/ 7-Core GPU, 256GB - $1,149.99 at Amazon ($149 off, lowest ever) [sold out]
• M1 Chip w/ 8-Core GPU, 256GB - $1,349.99 at Amazon ($149 off, lowest ever)
• M1 Chip w/ 8-Core GPU, 512GB - $1,549.99 at Amazon ($149 off, lowest ever)

27-inch iMac (2020)

• 3.1 GHz 6-Core, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD - $1,199.99 at Best Buy ($599 off, lowest price)
• 3.8 GHz 8-Core, 8GB RAM, 512GB SSD - $1,699.99 at Best Buy ($599 off, lowest ever)

We're keeping track of all of the season's best Apple-related deals in our Black Friday roundup, so be sure to check back throughout the month for an updated list of all the most notable discounts you'll find for Black Friday 2022.

Cyber Monday deals have been in full swing since Black Friday deals ended, and we're seeing solid discounts on Apple devices. We're highlighting the best sales for all of Apple's product lines, and in this article you'll find the best Cyber Monday sales on iPad, iPad Pro, iPad Air, and iPad mini.

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

This year, iPad sales include all-time low prices on numerous models, and we're tracking sales on both older generations of the iPad Pro and the new models. Typically, most sales can be found on Amazon below, but a few other retailers are matching, or offering their own discounts.

If you're looking for something other than iPads, be sure to visit our post on every Apple device currently on sale for Cyber Monday.

Need Help Deciding?

Read our buyer's guides comparing your various options before you shop this season.

• iPad Accessories: A Quick Compatibility Guide for the Confused
• iPad 9 vs. iPad 10 Buyer's Guide: Is the $120 Difference Worth It?
• iPad 10 vs. iPad Air Buyer's Guide: Is the $150 Difference Worth It?
• 2022 M1 iPad Air vs. M2 iPad Pro Buyer's Guide
• iPad Air 2022 vs. iPad Pro 2021 Buyer's Guide
• iPad Pro 2021 vs. iPad Pro 2022 Buyer's Guide: Should You Upgrade?
• iPad Air 5 vs. iPad Mini 6 Buyer's Guide

For full details on each iPad, explore our roundups.

• iPad
• iPad mini
• iPad Air
• iPad Pro

More Black Friday Deals

• Best Black Friday AirPods Deals
• Best Black Friday Apple TV Deals
• Best Black Friday HomePod mini Deals
• Best Black Friday iPhone Deals
  

• Best Black Friday Apple Watch Deals
• Best Black Friday Mac Deals
• Best Black Friday HomeKit Accessory Deals

iPad

2021

• 64GB Wi-Fi - $269.99 at Amazon ($29 off, lowest ever)

2022

• 64GB Wi-Fi - $419.00 at Amazon ($30 off)
• 256GB Wi-Fi - $569.00 at Amazon ($30 off, lowest ever)
• 64GB Cellular - $569.00 at Amazon ($30 off, lowest ever)
• 256GB Cellular - $710.99 at Amazon ($38 off, lowest ever)

iPad Air (2022)

• 64GB Wi-Fi - $549.00 at Amazon ($50 off)
• 256GB Wi-Fi - $679.00 at Amazon ($70 off)

iPad mini 6

• 64GB Cellular - $599.00 at Amazon ($50 off)
• 256GB Cellular - $729.99 with on-page coupon at Amazon ($69 off)

11-Inch iPad Pro

2021/M1

• 128GB Wi-Fi - $649.99 at Best Buy ($149 off, lowest ever)
• 256GB Wi-Fi - $750.99 at Best Buy ($149 off, lowest ever)

2022/M2

• 128GB Wi-Fi - $739.00 at Amazon ($60 off, lowest ever)
• 256GB Wi-Fi - $849.00 at Amazon ($50 off, lowest ever)
• 512GB Wi-Fi - $999.00 at Amazon ($100 off, lowest ever)
• 128GB Cellular - $899.00 at Amazon ($100 off, lowest ever)
• 256GB Cellular - $999.00 at Amazon ($100 off, lowest ever)
• 512GB Cellular - $1,229.00 at Amazon ($70 off, lowest ever)
• 1TB Cellular - $1,629.00 at Amazon ($70 off)

12.9-Inch iPad Pro

2021/M1

• 128GB Wi-Fi - $799.99 at Best Buy ($299 off, lowest ever)
• 512GB Wi-Fi - $999.99 at Best Buy ($399 off, lowest ever)

2022/M2

• 128GB Wi-Fi - $999.00 at Amazon / B&H ($100 off, lowest ever)
• 256GB Wi-Fi - $1,099.00 at Amazon / B&H ($100 off, lowest ever)
• 512GB Wi-Fi - $1,279.99 with on-page coupon at Amazon ($120 off, lowest ever)

We're keeping track of all of the season's best Apple-related deals in our Black Friday roundup, so be sure to check back throughout the month for an updated list of all the most notable discounts you'll find for Black Friday 2022.

Apple is not currently planning to purchase Premier League club Manchester United, according to a source familiar with the matter.

A report earlier today from British tabloid The Daily Star claimed that Apple had expressed an interest in buying Manchester United for around $7 billion, but our source with direct knowledge of the situation said the report is false.

Manchester United has been majority owned by the Glazer family since 2005. The club announced on Tuesday that its board planned to "explore strategic alternatives," including a potential sale of the club. The news came on the same day that Manchester United announced that star player Cristiano Ronaldo would be leaving the club.

While it has no plans to buy Manchester United, Apple has been pushing into sports content. The company partnered with the MLB to air a weekly "Friday Night Baseball" doubleheader on Apple TV+ during the 2022 regular season, and it will be the exclusive provider of MLS games for the next 10 years. Apple is reportedly also considered a frontrunner for streaming rights to the NFL's Sunday Ticket package starting next season.

It is almost Black Friday, the largest shopping day in the United States, where retailers mark down all matter of products ahead of the holidays. Small businesses and major retailers alike are offering sales on tech devices and accessories, so we thought we'd round up some of the best HomeKit deals for those who are looking to expand their Apple smart home ecosystems.

Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with some of these retailers. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running.

Lighting

• Nanoleaf Essentials Bulbs - $14 from Amazon, down from $20
• Nanoleaf Essentials Bulbs 3 pack - $37 from Amazon, down from $50
• Eve Light Strip - $60, down from $80
• Nanoleaf Shapes Hexagons - $150 from Amazon, down from $200
• Nanoleaf Shapes Triangles - $150 from Amazon, down from $200
• Nanoleaf Lines - $160 from Amazon, down from $200
• Nanoleaf Essentials Lightstrip - $35 from Amazon, down from $50
• Philips Hue 60W White and Color Ambiance Bulb 3 Pack - $90 from Amazon, down from $135
• Philips Hue White and Color Ambiance Starter Pack - $130 from Best Buy, down from $170
• Philips Hue Gradient Light Strip - Starting at $205 from Amazon, down from $250

Thermostats

• Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium - $219.99 from Amazon, down from $249.99
• Ecobee Smart Thermostat Enhanced - $159.99 from Amazon, down from $189.99
• Ecobee SmartThermostat with voice control - $199.99 from Amazon, down from $219.99

Cameras and Doorbells

• Eve Cam - $120 from Amazon, down from $150
• Eve Outdoor Floodlight Camera - $210, down from $250
• Arlo Smart Video Doorbell - $80 from Best buy, down from $150
• Arlo Pro 4 Three Camera Bundle - $400 from Best Buy, down from $600
• Arlo Pro 4 Six Camera Bundle - $800 from Arlo website, down from $1050
• Arlo Ultra 2 Wireless Camera - $250 from Arlo website, down from $250
• Eufycam 2C Pro - $200 from Amazon, down from $320
• Wemo Smart Video Doorbell - $187.50 from Belkin, down from $250. Use Promo code BF22
• Netatmo Smart Video Doorbell - $209 from Netatmo website, down from $300
• Netatmo Smart Outdoor Camera - $185 from Netatmo website, down from $260
• Netatmo Smart Indoor Camera - $120 from Netatmo website, down from $200

Smart Plugs and Switches

• Meross Smart Plug Mini x4 - $33 from Amazon, down from $39
• Kasa Smart Plug Mini x4 - $40, down from $50
• Kasa Smart Light Switch - $13 from Amazon, down from $20
• Wemo Smart Plug with Thread - $18.74 from Belkin, down from $30. Promo code BF22
• Eve Energy Strip - $70 from Amazon, down from $100

Other HomeKit Products

• All Linksys HomeKit Routers - 35% off from Linksys website with promo code BLACKFRIDAY
• August Smart Lock (Fourth-Gen) - $159 from Amazon, down from $220
• Eve Aqua - $120 from Amazon, down from $150
• Eve Water Guard - $70 from Amazon, down from $100
• Eve Button - $35 from Amazon, down from $50
• Eve Room - $70 from Amazon, down from $100
• Netatmo Smart Indoor Air Quality Monitor - $60 from Netatmo website, down from $120

More Deals

For more Black Friday deals on Apple products ranging from Macs to iPhones to Apple Watches, make sure to check out our dedicated Black Friday roundup.

Apple's annual four-day Black Friday through Cyber Monday shopping event has started in Australia and New Zealand, with customers able to receive a free Apple gift card with the purchase of select products through November 28.

The offer is available for select iPhones, iPads, Macs, Apple Watches, AirPods, Beats, and accessories. As usual, many of Apple's latest products are excluded, such as the iPhone 14 series, Apple Watch Series 8, Apple Watch Ultra, and Mac Studio.

Apple's four-day shopping event will also be available in the United States, Canada, the UK, Austria, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, the Netherlands, Belgium, Switzerland, Sweden, Denmark, Finland, Norway, and select other countries starting tomorrow.

In the U.S., gift card values will be as follows:

• $50 for the iPhone 13, iPhone 13 mini, iPhone 12, and iPhone SE
• $50 for the iPad mini and iPad Air
• $30 for the ninth-generation iPad
• $250 for the 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro with M1 chip
• $200 for the 13-inch MacBook Pro with M2 chip
• $150 for the MacBook Air with M1 or M2 chip and the 24-inch iMac
• $100 for the Mac mini
• $50 for the second-generation Apple Watch SE
• $25 for the second-generation AirPods and third-generation AirPods with Lightning case
• $50 for the second-generation AirPods Pro
• $75 for the AirPods Max
• $50 for the Beats Studio3 Wireless, Solo3 Wireless, Powerbeats Pro, Beats Fit Pro, and Beats Studio Buds
• $25 for the Beats Flex
• $25 for the MagSafe Duo Charger, second-generation Apple Pencil, and Smart Keyboard Folio
• $25 for the Magic Keyboard for iPad Pro

The promotion is available on Apple's online store, in the Apple Store app, and at Apple's retail store locations. As usual, refurbished products are not eligible for a gift card, and the offer cannot be combined with educational pricing.

Black Friday is one of the few occasions per year that Apple offers deals on its products, but better deals are often available through resellers like Amazon, so make sure to check out our Black Friday roundup for the latest discounts on the iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, AirPods, Apple TV, accessories, and more.

Apple gift cards are now all-in-one and can be used towards the purchase of products, subscription-based services like Apple Music and Apple TV+, App Store apps, iTunes Store content like TV shows and movies, iCloud+ storage, and more.

Apple planned to introduce a new $49 Apple Pencil this year that was compatible with iPhones, but scrapped the plans at the last minute, claims a sketchy new rumor coming out of Asia.

According to a Weibo post, shared on Twitter by DuanRui, Apple allegedly intended to release the new ‌Apple Pencil‌, codenamed "Maker" (or, more likely, "Marker") at its September 2022 event, and even went so far as to mass produce over one million units of the accessory, only to can its launch at the eleventh hour for unspecified reasons.

To cut costs, the device allegedly lacked pressure sensing technology or a rechargeable battery, and instead utilized an onboard chip to power the stylus through the iPad or iPhone screen, similar to how Samsung's S-Pen stylus works.

At $49, the unreleased ‌Apple Pencil‌ would have been significantly cheaper than the first-generation and second-generation ‌Apple Pencil‌ models, which are priced at $99 and $129, respectively.

Unfortunately, the source of the ‌Apple Pencil‌ rumor has no track record, so the claims need to be taken with a large pinch of salt. Furthermore, this isn't the first time we've heard rumors of an Apple Pencil being developed to work with iPhones, none of which have come to fruition.

Still, a battery-less ‌Apple Pencil‌ would pair well with the latest tenth-generation ‌iPad‌, which comes with a USB-C port and requires an ungainly $9 Lightning dongle to work with the first-generation ‌Apple Pencil‌. Again though, why Apple would kill plans for an accessory that had entered mass production is unclear.

If it really was a thing, and so many units were manufactured by Apple, then past history would suggest some units will eventually be leaked. Would you welcome an ‌Apple Pencil‌ for ‌iPhone‌? Let us know in the comments.

HBO is working on a fix for "can't play title" errors that some users have been encountering in the HBO Max app for Apple TV, according to The Verge.

The issue, which has been widely reported by users, appears to occur on all generations of ‌Apple TV‌ 4K running tvOS 16.1 and the latest HBO Max app version 52.50.1, released November 16.

While some users have found the problem to be intermittent, others are unable to stream content at all without encountering the playback errors, although some have found workarounds that include force quitting the app, logging out of the app, reinstalling it, or restarting their ‌Apple TV‌.

HBO's SVP of communications Chris Willard told The Verge that they are aware of the issues and working on a fix that will be included in an upcoming update to the app.

Until then, two temporary troubleshooting tips suggested by HBO Max customer support include turning off HDR support (in Settings -> Video and Audio, change the Format to SDR, and disable Match Content, Match Dynamic Range, and Match Frame Rate options) and changing the resolution from 4K to 1080p or 720p.

With the Thanksgiving holiday set to take place in the United States tomorrow, we thought we'd ask MacRumors readers about their preferred Apple products, both from 2022 and earlier.

What Apple product are you most thankful to have? Is it the Apple Watch with its health tracking features, or the iPhone that keeps you in touch with friends and family? Is it the AirPods Pro and their noise canceling technology?

Do you love the HomePod mini with its Apple Music integration, the Apple TV for bringing you your favorite content, or the Mac for getting work done? Let us know what Apple product you rely on most in the comments below.

Beyond what you already own, what are you planning to get in 2023, and what are you most looking forward to?

Happy Thanksgiving to those who celebrate the holiday from all of us here at MacRumors.

Cellular carriers have always offered big savings on the newest iPhone models during the holidays, and Cyber Monday is no different. We're tracking notable offers on the iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Pro devices from AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile. For even more savings, keep an eye on older models like the iPhone 13.

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

If you're looking for something other than iPhone, be sure to visit our post on every Apple device currently on sale for Cyber Monday.

Need Help Deciding?

Read our buyer's guides comparing your various options.

• iPhone 2022 Buyer's Guide
• iPhone 13 vs. iPhone 14 Buyer's Guide: Should You Upgrade?
• iPhone 13 Pro vs. iPhone 14 Pro Buyer's Guide: Should You Upgrade?
• iPhone 14 Pro vs. iPhone 14 Pro Max Buyer's Guide
• iPhone 14 vs. iPhone 14 Plus Buyer's Guide
• iPhone 14 vs. iPhone 14 Pro Buyer's Guide
• iPhone 14 Plus vs. iPhone 14 Pro Max Buyer's Guide

For full details on each iPhone, explore our roundups.

• iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max
• iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus
• iPhone 13 Pro and 13 Pro Max
• iPhone 13 and 13 mini
• iPhone 12 and 12 mini
• iPhone SE

More Black Friday Deals

• Best Black Friday AirPods Deals
• Best Black Friday Apple TV Deals
• Best Black Friday HomePod mini Deals
• Best Black Friday Apple Watch Deals
• Best Black Friday iPad Deals
• Best Black Friday Mac Deals
• Best Black Friday HomeKit Accessory Deals

AT&T

AT&T has numerous discounts across the newest iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Pro lineups, including the iPhone 14 at no cost with an eligible trade-in. You'll need to buy the iPhone 14 on a qualifying installment agreement and trade in your old smartphone within 30 days of activation.

For the iPhone 14 Pro models, you can get up to $800 off these devices with eligible trade-in and purchase on a qualifying installment agreement. Both offers will get you up to $800 in bill credits with smartphone trade-in value of $130 or higher; and up to $350 with smartphone trade-in value of $35 to $129.

In regards to Apple Watches, you can get $330 in bill credits when you buy two Apple Watch models. This includes Series 7 up to $699.99, SE up to $359.99, SE 2nd Gen up to $329.99, Series 8 up to $799.99, or Ultra up to $799.99. Both need to be purchased on a qualifying installment plan and one new line must be added.

AT&T also has the usual array of accessory deals, including as low as $5 for iPhone 13 Leather and Silicone Cases. Otherwise, you'll find deals on Lightning cables, wireless chargers, battery packs, and more.

Verizon

At Verizon, you'll find similar offers to AT&T's deals. The carrier has Apple's iPhone 14 with savings of up to $800 when you trade in your old smartphone and purchase the new device on select Unlimited plans. You can also save $200 more if you switch to Verizon from another carrier.

This same deal is available for iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus models, and if you're buying two at once you can buy one, and get one for up to $800 off on select 5G Unlimited plans.

For iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max, you can get up to $1,000 off when trading in an old device and purchasing the new one on select Unlimited plans. With any of these deals, you can also save up to $120 with purchase of an eligible Apple Watch at the same time you buy an iPhone 14.

T-Mobile

T-Mobile's best deal has four iPhone 14 models at no cost when you purchase an iPhone 14. The carrier is also offering Apple TV+ with Magenta MAX plans, and if you're shopping for just one iPhone you can get the 128GB iPhone 14 at no cost when trading in your old device on Magenta MAX.

Additionally, when you buy an iPhone 14 Pro, you can get up to $700 off a second model. The second generation iPhone SE can also be purchased at no cost when adding a new line on a qualifying installment plan and trading in your old smartphone, but this offer is only available online.

With the purchase of any iPhone 14 or iPhone 14 Plus, you can get the AirPods 2 at no cost.

Visible

Verizon-owned carrier Visible is offering gift cards worth up to $250 when purchasing select devices through the carrier. You can also get a pair of Beats Studio Buds when buying a new iPhone 14 or 14 Pro model.

Mint Mobile

Mint Mobile is offering three months of premium wireless service for free when you buy any three-month plan. Additionally, you can get six months of service for free when you buy a six-month plan and a new phone through the carrier.

We're keeping track of all of the season's best Apple-related deals in our Black Friday roundup, so be sure to check back throughout the month for an updated list of all the most notable discounts you'll find for Black Friday 2022.

Flexibits today launched its Black Friday sale, offering 50 percent off your first year or 50 percent off your first month of Flexibits Premium, which includes access to Fantastical and Cardhop. This offer is for new customers only and will run through Cyber Monday on the Flexibits website. The subscription supports apps across macOS, iOS, and iPadOS.

Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with Flexibits. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running.

Fantastical is a calendar app that can sync across apps for Mac, iPad, and iPhone. Similarly, Cardhop can sync across Apple devices and provides a more in-depth contact management platform.

You can get the deal by following this link to Flexibits' website, and clicking on the header to redeem 50 percent off your next purchase. You'll need to create a Flexibits account and once you finish the sign-up process, the 50 percent off sale will be applied to either option you choose: an annual subscription or a monthly subscription.

Additionally, you can choose either an Individual or Family Plan option. With the half-off savings, Individual Plans billed yearly cost $20.00 (originally $39.99) and billed monthly cost $2.50 (originally $4.99). Family plans billed yearly cost $32.50 (originally $65) and billed monthly cost $4.00 (originally $8).

This sale is for 50 percent off your next purchase on Flexibits, so whatever option you choose will be the only time you can get this deal. Given these parameters, buying for a full year will save you more money. After the year is over, Flexibits Premium will return to its regular price, or you can cancel.

You can find all the Apple Black Friday Deals currently available in our dedicated post. For everything else, we're keeping track of all of the season's best Apple-related deals in our Black Friday roundup, so be sure to check back throughout the month for an updated list of all the most notable discounts you'll find for Black Friday 2022.

Apple supplier Cirrus Logic may have vaguely hinted at iPhone 15 Pro models getting haptic buttons next year, according to research firm Barclays.

In a letter to shareholders this month, the Texas-based semiconductor company said it continues to "engage with a strategic customer" and expects to "bring a new HPMS component to market in smartphones next year." HPMS refers to Cirrus Logic's high-performance mixed-signal chips, which includes haptic drivers for the Taptic Engine in iPhones.

On an earnings call with analysts this month, Cirrus Logic CEO John Forsyth narrowed down the timeframe for this new component coming to market to the "back half of next year," which would line up with iPhone 15 Pro models launching next September.

In an investor note last week, Barclays analysts Blayne Curtis and Tom O'Malley said the new component that Cirrus Logic mentioned will most likely be part of additional Taptic Engines for the haptic buttons on iPhone 15 Pro models:

The biggest change to our thinking here is to model $1 of new content in the IP15 Pro models. To be clear, the company hasn't said much here other than that the chip is mixed signal and not in the power domain. When looking at potential use cases, the largest change in new iPhone models next year is the removal of the buttons, which would require additional drivers for the haptics engine, making it the most likely use case for new content.

In October, well-known Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo said iPhone 15 Pro models will feature solid-state volume and power buttons. Kuo said the devices will be equipped with two additional Taptic Engines that provide haptic feedback to simulate the feeling of pressing the buttons, without them physically moving, similar to the Home button on recent iPhone SE models or the Force Touch trackpad on newer MacBooks.

Haptic buttons on iPhones could allow for even better water resistance and would eliminate moving parts that can wear out or break over time. However, the standard iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus are still expected to have mechanical buttons.

We're tracking all of the best Apple product discounts for Cyber Monday, and the Apple Watch always makes a great gift around the holiday season, so you're guaranteed to find solid discounts right now. In this article, you'll discover the best Cyber Monday sales on Apple Watch Series 8, Apple Watch SE, and Apple Watch Ultra.

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

We'll also be looking at previous generation models in an effort to include as many cost-saving options as possible, like the first-generation Apple Watch SE. Most sales can be found on Amazon below, but a few other retailers are matching, or offering their own discounts.

If you're looking for something other than Apple Watches, be sure to visit our post on every Apple device currently on sale for Cyber Monday.

Need Help Deciding?

Read our buyer's guides comparing your various options.

• Apple Watch Series 8 vs. Apple Watch Ultra Buyer's Guide
• Apple Watch SE 2 vs. Apple Watch Series 8 Buyer's Guide
• Apple Watch SE vs. Apple Watch SE 2 Buyer's Guide: Should You Upgrade?
• Apple Watch Series 7 vs. Apple Watch Series 8 Buyer's Guide: Should You Upgrade?
• Apple Watch SE vs. Apple Watch Series 7 Buyer's Guide
• Apple Watch SE vs. Apple Watch Series 3 Buyer's Guide

For full details on each Apple Watch, explore our roundups.

• Apple Watch Series 8
• Apple Watch SE
• Apple Watch Ultra

More Black Friday Deals

• Best Black Friday AirPods Deals
• Best Black Friday Apple TV Deals
• Best Black Friday HomePod mini Deals
• Best Black Friday iPhone Deals
  

• Best Black Friday iPad Deals
• Best Black Friday Mac Deals
• Best Black Friday HomeKit Accessory Deals

Apple Watch Series 8

When looking through discounts for the Apple Watch Series 8, keep in mind that our links will typically lead to M/L band sizes, but in many cases you'll be able to find the same discounts for S/M.

GPS

• 41mm (PRODUCT)RED Aluminum - $349.00 at Amazon, down from $399.00
• 45mm Midnight Aluminum - $379.99 at Amazon, down from $429.00

Cellular

• 41mm Midnight Aluminum - $449.00 at Amazon, down from $499.00
• 41mm Silver Aluminum - $449.00 at Amazon, down from $499.00
• 41mm Starlight Aluminum - $449.00 at Amazon, down from $499.00
• 45mm Midnight Aluminum - $479.00 at Amazon, down from $529.00
• 45mm Silver Aluminum - $479.00 at Amazon, down from $529.00

Apple Watch SE (2nd Gen)

There are also a few fresh discounts on the 2022 Apple Watch SE on Amazon, including savings on both GPS and Cellular versions of the lower-cost wearable. All the deals listed below are second-best prices, and Best Buy is matching a few.

GPS

• 40mm Midnight Aluminum - $229.00 at Amazon, down from $249.00
• 40mm Silver Aluminum - $229.00 at Amazon, down from $249.00
• 40mm Starlight Aluminum - $229.00 at Amazon, down from $249.00
• 44mm Midnight Aluminum - $259.00 at Amazon, down from $279.00
• 44mm Silver Aluminum - $259.00 at Amazon, down from $279.00
• 44mm Starlight Aluminum - $259.00 at Amazon, down from $279.00

Cellular

• 40mm Midnight Aluminum - $279.00 at Amazon, down from $299.00
• 40mm Silver Aluminum - $279.00 at Amazon, down from $299.00
• 40mm Starlight Aluminum - $279.00 at Amazon, down from $299.00
• 44mm Midnight Aluminum - $309.00 at Amazon, down from $329.00
• 44mm Silver Aluminum - $309.00 at Amazon, down from $329.00
• 44mm Starlight Aluminum - $309.00 at Amazon, down from $329.00

Apple Watch Ultra

Black Friday 2022 has seen the introduction of the first notable discount across the Apple Watch Ultra lineup, all priced at $739.00 on Amazon, down from $799.00. You'll find nearly every model at this price, including those with the Trail Loop, Alpine Loop, and Ocean Band, all with varying sizes available.

Apple Watch SE (1st Gen)

If you want to prioritize savings and aren't worried about owning a previous-generation model, Walmart has the first-generation Apple Watch SE for just $149.00 this week. It's an all-time low price on this older model.

We're keeping track of all of the season's best Apple-related deals in our Black Friday roundup, so be sure to check back throughout the month for an updated list of all the most notable discounts you'll find for Black Friday 2022.

Amazon is continuing to introduce new record low prices across Apple's product lineup, today knocking the price of the second-generation Apple Pencil down to $89.00, from $129.00 [UPDATE: Sold Out]. As of writing, Amazon is the only major Apple reseller with this sale.

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This is a match of the best price we've ever tracked on the Apple Pencil 2. The accessory has a delivery window between November 28 and November 30 right now, with the typical faster options available for Amazon Prime members.

The Apple Pencil 2 is compatible with the following iPads: iPad mini (6th generation), iPad Air (4th generation and later), 12.9-inch iPad Pro (3rd generation and later), and 11-inch iPad Pro (1st generation and later). The second generation Apple Pencil can also magnetically attach and pair to the iPad Pro, iPad mini, and iPad Air.

You can find all the Apple Black Friday Deals currently available in our dedicated post. For everything else, we're keeping track of all of the season's best Apple-related deals in our Black Friday roundup, so be sure to check back throughout the month for an updated list of all the most notable discounts you'll find for Black Friday 2022.

Update: We've updated this article to make a note that the Apple Pencil 2 is no longer in stock at this price.

On this week's episode of The MacRumors Show podcast we talk through our Apple device setups, must-have non-Apple gadgets, and Black Friday deals.

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Amazon's Black Friday deals keep coming strong as we get nearer to the 25th, and today the retailer has introduced an even better price on the 2021 Apple TV 4K. You can get the 32GB model for $79.99, down from its original $179.00 price tag.

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The 64GB Apple TV 4K from 2021 was on sale earlier as well, but has since sold out. We'll update this article if it returns, but as of now the 32GB Apple TV 4K for $79.99 is the better deal anyway, and it's still in stock. Both of these sales beat the previous record lows by about $20, and are the best prices we've tracked from any retailer to date.

You can find all the Apple Black Friday Deals currently available in our dedicated post. For everything else, we're keeping track of all of the season's best Apple-related deals in our Black Friday roundup, so be sure to check back throughout the month for an updated list of all the most notable discounts you'll find for Black Friday 2022.

Update: We've updated this article to make a note of the 64GB model selling out.

Riots broke out on Wednesday at the world's largest iPhone factory in the Chinese city of Zhengzhou, according to video shared on social media.

Footage widely circulated online shows hundreds of Foxconn workers marching in protest, clashing with police and some being confronted by people in hazmat suits.

Some video captured workers complaining about the food they had been provided, with others protesting that they had not been paid bonuses as promised.

The Zhengzhou plant is Foxconn's biggest ‌iPhone‌ factory with around 200,000 workers. Foxconn is responsible for assembling around 70 percent of the iPhones that Apple sells, and it has been struggling to keep employees on site due to COVID lockdowns.

China's zero-COVID policy requires cities to quickly quell outbreaks through restrictions, and with COVID spreading in Zhengzhou, workers have wanted to return home to avoid being stuck at the factory should there be a more stringent lockdown.

Workers have also been unhappy with restrictions at the factory, such as the closure of the dine-in cafeteria, and a shortage of supplies that caused a panic.

Employee issues at the Zhengzhou plant could cause ‌‌iPhone‌‌ output to fall as much as 30 percent. Foxconn has attempted to mitigate the supply issues by offering bonuses and ramping up production at another factory in Shenzhen, but workers at the Zhengzhou plant have accused Foxconn of not living up to contract agreements.

"They changed the contract so that we could not get the subsidy as they had promised. They quarantine us but don't provide food," said one Foxconn worker on video shared online. "If they do not address our needs, we will keep fighting."

Update 11/24: Foxconn has apologized for a pay-related "technical error" when hiring new recruits at its ‌iPhone‌ factory in China. "We apologize for an input error in the computer system and guarantee that the actual pay is the same as agreed and the official recruitment posters."

The company is communicating with employees still engaged in smaller protests, a Foxconn source familiar with the matter told Reuters on Thursday. Apple said it had staff at the factory and was "working closely with Foxconn to ensure their employees' concerns are addressed."

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