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Deals: iPhone 16 Pro $498 off, M4 iPad Pro, Apple Pencil $59, Mac Studio $900 off, MacBooks, more

While we are still tracking a particularly notable $200 off across the M4 MacBook Air lineup with deals from $799, today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break does have some fresh deals to scope out. Firstly, we are now tracking nearly $500 off the new list prices on iPhone 16 Pro units in Amazon renewed premium condition alongside a straight up $200 price drop on the 512GB M4 iPad Pro. Those offers also join the return of Amazon all-time low pricing on the Apple Pencil USB-C at $59 and a host of notable acces

M5 MacBook Pro could pose a big dilemma for upgrade decisions

If you’re interested in a new MacBook Pro, the current M4 model is an excellent option. But the M5 MacBook Pro will launch in the coming year too, and decisions about whether to upgrade could be a lot more complicated than usual. M5 vs M6 MacBook Pro: Two very different options For anyone expecting to upgrade their MacBook Pro in the coming year or so, Apple may have two very different options for you. The M5 MacBook Pro, which will launch either later this year or in early 2026, isn’t expect

The latest MacBook Air with M4 is down to its lowest price ever

If you need a laptop for school or work, our top recommendation is Apple’s 13-Inch MacBook Air with the M4 chip, which is at an all-time low price of $799 ($200 off) at Amazon and Best Buy. The machine is thin and light, yet its M4 chip is powerful enough to handle more intense workloads, including 4K video editing, or keeping dozens of tabs open. It can even play games like Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate and Dead Island 2 at respectable frame rates. One of the biggest changes with this generation of

Apple's MacBook Air M4 drops to a record-low price on Amazon

Engadget has been testing and reviewing consumer tech since 2004. Our stories may include affiliate links; if you buy something through a link, we may earn a commission. Read more about how we evaluate products . Whether you need a new MacBook for the upcoming semester or you've just been itching to upgrade from an older machine, now's a good time to buy. Amazon has a sale on the latest M4 MacBook Air that knocks up to 20 percent off many configurations. The base model is where you'll get the

Deals: 24GB M4 MacBook Air $200 off, 1TB M4 MacBook Pro $300 off, black Apple Watch Ultra 2 $150 off, more

In today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break, the best MacBook deals of the year roll on with the 24GB M4 MacBook Air at $200 off the list prices (16GB models from $799) and the 1TB M4 MacBook Pro at $300 off to deliver a new Amazon all-time low. We also have Apple Watch Ultra 2 in both the black and natural treatments at $150 off to match the best price of 2025 alongside some discounts on new accessories from Anker and the brand new Burton Goods Leather Techfolio Cord Organizer. Everything awaits below. Ap

M4 MacBook Pro vs M4 MacBook Air: What $500 extra really gets you

Back-to-school time always brings some of the best deals on laptops, and this year is no exception. Amazon is offering insane deals on both the entry-level M4 MacBook Air ($799) and the baseline M4 MacBook Pro ($1299). While my gut reaction is in awe at how much power and value you get from the M4 MacBook Air at $799, after I stopped to think about it, the M4 MacBook Pro at $1299 could actually be the best bang for buck computer out on the market, but is it worth the $500 price difference? That

Apple's 14-inch MacBook Pro with M4 drops to a record-low price

Engadget has been testing and reviewing consumer tech since 2004. Our stories may include affiliate links; if you buy something through a link, we may earn a commission. Read more about how we evaluate products . Apparently it's the season for great deals on Apple's MacBooks with M4 chips. First, the 13-inch MacBook Air M4 dropped to an all-time low of $799 (it's still on sale here). Now, the 14-inch MacBook Pro M4 has followed in its footsteps, going on sale for its own record-low price of $1,

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The Apple MacBook Air M4 drops to new record-low prices in both sizes!

Are you looking to get a good laptop? Bang per buck, it is tough to beat the Apple MacBook Air, especially when you can catch one on sale. Well, today we have come across some record-low prices on both the 13-inch and 15-inch models of the Apple MacBook Air M4. Let’s take a look at them! Buy the 13-inch Apple MacBook Air M4 for just $799 ($200 off) Buy the 15-inch Apple MacBook Air M4 for just $999 ($200 off) These offers are both available from Amazon. They are both “limited time deals,” and t

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Deals: M4 MacBook Air from $799, M4 MacBook Pro all-time low at $300 off, Apple Watch Ultra 2 $150 off, more

We are ready to start off another week’s worth of 9to5Toys Lunch Break deal collections, and today we have some of the best deals of the year on MacBooks. Amazon is now offering $200 off every single M4 MacBook Air configuration, including both 16GB and 24GB models, with deals starting from $799 all-time lows. We then move over to the M4 MacBook Pro – it is now at its best Amazon price ever with $300 off the list price on various configurations. These deals also join $150 price drops on Apple Wa

M4 MacBook Air’s biggest success may still be ahead of it

Earlier this year, Apple launched the M4 MacBook Air and I came away very impressed. Heading into Apple’s packed fall launch lineup, you might expect the product to fade into the background of the new and shiny. Here are several reasons, though, why I believe the M4 MacBook Air has its biggest days still ahead. M4 MacBook Air will remain Apple’s newest Mac this fall, and get all the marketing attention Out of all of Apple’s early 2025 product launches, the M4 MacBook Air looks set for an espec

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Apple's MacBook Air M4 is on sale for a record-low price

Engadget has been testing and reviewing consumer tech since 2004. Our stories may include affiliate links; if you buy something through a link, we may earn a commission. Read more about how we evaluate products . If you've put off getting a new MacBook then today is your lucky day. Right now, the 2025 13- and 15-inch MacBook Air M4 are available on Amazon for record-low prices. The 13-inch model is our pick for best MacBook to buy this year. You can pick up the 13-inch MacBook Air M4 for $799,

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Deals: M2 Max Mac Studio $899 ($900 off), 24GB 13-inch M4 MacBook Air $160 off, iPhone 16 Pro, and more

Today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break deals are starting off with a seriously rare Amazon deal on Apple’s 32GB M2 Max Mac Studio with the 30-Core GPU at $900 off the original list price. We then move over to the MacBook world with the 24GB 13-inch M4 Air now undercutting the Prime Day price at $160 off alongside the M4 Pro MacBook Pro at $240 off the price at Apple. Those offers join a host of MagSafe and charging accessory discounts alongside Amazon’s Renewed Premium 1TB iPhone 16 Pro at $489 off. Head

Why I highly recommend the M4 MacBook Air to most people (and now it's on sale)

ZDNET's key takeaways Apple's MacBook Air M4 (13-inch) is on sale at Amazon for $850, a competitive price for Apple's latest ultraportable. The M4 Air supports up to two external monitors with the lid open, and scales up to 32GB of unified memory. There are still only two USB-C ports on the left side, and I wish there were a nano-texture display option. View now at Amazon View now at Bhphotovideo View now at Apple more buying choices The MacBook Air M4 (13-inch) is on sale at Amazon, starting

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MacBook Air vs MacBook Pro: Which model makes the most sense to buy in 2025?

MacBooks are great computers, but there’s a number of different varieties to think about. Between last gen hardware and all of the current models available now, it can feel like there’s a lot of options. Today, we’ll be breaking down which MacBook is right for you, depending on your budget and what you need it for. At the most basic level, Apple offers two MacBook models: the MacBook Air, and the MacBook Pro. Both come in smaller and larger sizes (13-inch and 15-inch for MacBook Air, 14-inch an

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Best Laptop for College Students: Top Laptops for School in 2025

There's a multitude of laptops on the market that would be a fit for students, and almost all of those models are available in multiple configurations to match your performance needs and budget restraints. If you are feeling overwhelmed by the sheer number of options, we're here to help with advice on what to consider when shopping for a school laptop. Price The search for a new laptop for most people starts with price, particularly for cash-strapped college students. To end up with a laptop t

The 13-inch M2 MacBook Air is a great back-to-school deal at just $699

It’s almost back to school season, and we’re starting to see some great laptop deals trickle in as a result. Walmart continues to sell the M1-powered MacBook Air for $599, but if you want more power and a sleeker design, the 13-inch M2-powered MacBook Air starts at just $699 ($100 off) from Best Buy. That’s its best price to date, and it’s available on the configuration that offers 256GB of storage and 16GB of RAM, double what’s in the base M1 model. The M2-powered MacBook Air remains an excell

Hot deal: Apple MacBook Air M2 drops to a mere $699!

Oliver Cragg / Android Authority Just when we thought the Apple MacBook Air M2 had exited the market, a new deal shows up offering the popular laptop at an amazingly low price. Originally launched at $999, you can currently get it for just $699. And it’s actually still an amazing laptop! Keep reading to learn more about it. Buy the Apple MacBook Air M2 for just $699 ($300 off) This offer is available from Best Buy. While the discount applies to all color versions, not all are in stock. In my a

I'm a Windows user, but the MacBook Air M4 could be my new primary laptop at this price

MacBook Air M4 in Sky Blue Kyle Kucharski/ZDNET When Apple announced the MacBook Air M4 earlier this year, it was clear that the laptop would be an incremental upgrade from last year's model, with the latest in Apple silicon and a host of software and AI-powered features. The fact that the 13-inch version was $100 less was a pleasant surprise, however, positioning it as a competitive choice in the current market. I had a chance to test out the new MacBook Air M4, and my initial findings reflec

Here are the latest rumors on the upcoming MacBook Pro refresh: Release date, details

Apple is reportedly working on a new MacBook Pro refresh, as they tend to do almost every year. This refresh is quite minor, but if you’re in the market for a new laptop, we’ll be breaking down everything you need to know about the next MacBook Pro update. What’s new As always, these new MacBook Pro models will come with a new generation of Apple Silicon. That means we’ll see the introduction of M5, M5 Pro, and M5 Max. These chips will still be based on TSMC’s 3nm process, specifically N3P, t

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The MacBook Upgrade Program that starts at $33.28/month

The MacBook is one of the most powerful tools of the modern age. Most people will spend years of their lives in front of their computer. So it makes sense to have a great one. But the way we buy them is broken. High cost. Trade-in headaches. Endless upgrade cycles. For most people, spending upwards of $2,000 upfront puts a huge hole in your pocket, not to mention the hassle and time spent reselling it when you’re ready to upgrade. But there’s a newer option…and it’s growing fast among profes

Repasting a MacBook

You should repaste your MacBook (but don't) My favorite memory of my M1 Pro MacBook Pro was the whole sensation of “holy crap, you never hear the fans in this thing”, which was very novel in 2021. Four years later, this MacBook Pro is still a delight. It’s the longest I’ve ever owned a laptop, and while I’d love to pick up the new M4 goodness, this dang thing still seems to just shrug at basically anything I throw at it. Video editing, code compiling, CAD models, the works. (My desire to updat

Repaste Your MacBook

You should repaste your MacBook (but don't) My favorite memory of my M1 Pro MacBook Pro was the whole sensation of “holy crap, you never hear the fans in this thing”, which was very novel in 2021. Four years later, this MacBook Pro is still a delight. It’s the longest I’ve ever owned a laptop, and while I’d love to pick up the new M4 goodness, this dang thing still seems to just shrug at basically anything I throw at it. Video editing, code compiling, CAD models, the works. (My desire to updat

Repaste Your MacBook (But Don't)

You should repaste your MacBook (but don't) My favorite memory of my M1 Pro MacBook Pro was the whole sensation of “holy crap, you never hear the fans in this thing”, which was very novel in 2021. Four years later, this MacBook Pro is still a delight. It’s the longest I’ve ever owned a laptop, and while I’d love to pick up the new M4 goodness, this dang thing still seems to just shrug at basically anything I throw at it. Video editing, code compiling, CAD models, the works. (My desire to updat

Now That Intel Is Cooked, Apple Doesn’t Need to Release New MacBooks Every Year

Covering tech news, you sometimes feel like the million-mile-per-hour footrace of Silicon Valley will inevitably result in a Wile E. Coyote-style calamity. There’s a part of me that craves a little more sincerity and willingness for self-reflection. When we actually receive it, the result is a little more cringe-worthy. Intel’s new boss, Lip-Bu Tan, reportedly told staff the company was—effectively—cooked. That doesn’t sound great, but for one of Intel’s once-biggest partners, Apple, it may be a

Apple’s M5 chip could continue an unexpected new trend: report

Apple silicon debuted in 2020 with the first M-class chip, the M1, which launched in MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, and Mac mini. But last year, Apple made a big product shift when it launched the M4, and per a new report, that trend looks set to continue with the upcoming M5 chip. M5 MacBook Pro may be delayed until early 2026 Yesterday Mark Gurman published an overview of new Apple products in the works for early 2026 release. One of the big surprises from the report involves the M5 MacBook Pro.

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Now That Intel’s Cooked, Apple Doesn’t Need to Release New MacBooks Every Year

Covering tech news, you sometimes feel like the million-mile-per-hour footrace of Silicon Valley will inevitably result in a Wile E. Coyote-style calamity. There’s a part of me that craves a little more sincerity and willingness for self-reflection. When we actually receive it, the result is a little more cringe-worthy. Intel’s new boss, Lip-Bu Tan, reportedly told staff the company was—effectively—cooked. That doesn’t sound great, but for one of Intel’s once-biggest partners, Apple, it may be a

Best MacBooks We've Tested (July 2025)

The first fork in the road you'll come to when shopping for a MacBook is whether to follow the Air path or head down the Pro road. For people who are looking for an everyday home laptop or a work laptop for running basic office apps, a MacBook Air will suffice. An Air is also a better pick for students on tight budgets. For creative types who need the added processing and graphics muscle of Apple's new M4 Pro and Max chips, a MacBook Pro is worth the added cost. To help you find the right MacBoo

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The Best Prime Day MacBook Deal Is Not the One You Think

We've been hawking the M4 MacBook Air deal all week as we hunt for the best Prime Day deals, and for good reason, as $850 for the 13-inch M4 MacBook Air is a great price on what is clearly the best laptop you can currently buy. But now a MacBook deal has dropped that just might top it. Over at Walmart, you can now buy the M1 MacBook Air for just $599, bringing that laptop to an unprecedented low. That's $50 off the price it's been for the past year and $400 off the price it was when it launched

The MacBook Air M4 brought me back to Apple (and at this price, I have no regrets)

MacBook Air M4 in Sky Blue Kyle Kucharski/ZDNET The MacBook Air M4 (15-inch) is on sale at Amazon during Prime Day, starting at $1,049 for the 16GB version. When Apple announced the MacBook Air M4 earlier this year, it was clear that the laptop would be an incremental upgrade from last year's model, with the latest in Apple silicon and a host of software and AI-powered features. The fact that the 13-inch version was $100 less was a pleasant surprise, however, positioning it as a competitive ch

Discounted MacBooks are still in stock for Prime Day: Save up to $400 on these laptops

Engadget has been testing and reviewing consumer tech since 2004. Our stories may include affiliate links; if you buy something through a link, we may earn a commission. Read more about how we evaluate products . Among the deals is the 15-inch MacBook Air M3 with 24GB of RAM and 512GB of storage. Picking up a new MacBook can be a pricey endeavor, so we always like sharing when a great model is having a steep sale. Prime Day deals remain in full swing and have brought a high-end configuration o