The early Black Friday deals are here, and if you’ve been eyeing Apple gear, there’s plenty worth your attention right now. These discounts span MacBook Airs with large SSDs, freshly released Mac minis, AirPods, HomeView smart displays, and even Magic Trackpads—all available before the official holiday rush.
MacBook Air M5 Scores Deep Cuts
Some of the most compelling savings are on the current-generation MacBook Air with Apple’s M5 chip. Two higher-end models—both with 1TB SSDs—have dropped $250 off their list prices. These include the 13-inch M5 configuration priced at $1,349 (regularly $1,599), and the 15-inch version at $1,549 (from $1,799). Smaller but still meaningful, the 13-inch M5 with 16GB RAM and 512GB storage is going for $1,099 instead of $1,299—a $200 savings.
M6 Mac mini & M5 Pro Configs Offer Big Savings
The brand-new M6 Mac mini family is also seeing discounts just in time for Black Friday. Amazon has dropped prices by up to $150 on several configurations. The 16GB/256GB model is now $779 (from $899), while the 16GB/512GB version is down to $949 (regularly $1,099). Even the 24GB/512GB spec has hit a lower price of $1,149. Meanwhile, the beefier M5 Pro variants are seeing similar markdowns, depending on specs.
Deals on Audio & Smart Home Gear
The discounts don’t stop at laptops and minis. Apple’s AirPods Pro 3 are $50 off (now $199), and the AirPods Max 2 are reduced by $100 to $449. Also making a return is the new Apple HomeView smart display, available for pre-order with a slight discount. For folks setting up Mac desktops or dual-screen setups, both white and black versions of Apple’s Magic Trackpad have fallen to all-time low prices: around $116 and $130 respectively.
Why These Deals Are Noteworthy
With Apple’s price increases earlier this year—especially in June—getting strong discounts has become tougher. These offers are standing out because they return us to pricing we haven’t seen since before those hikes, especially on select M5 MacBook Air models and the new M6 Mac mini configurations. For buyers willing to act early, this is a rare chance to lock in savings on newer hardware rather than just older stock.
What to Watch For: Inventory often disappears fast during early Black Friday events, especially with Amazon and other retailers lifting prices once deals end. If you need a specific configuration—say 1TB of storage or additional RAM—don’t wait for the advertisements. Also keep tabs on shipping times for new HomeView units or special refurb deals, since lead times and stock levels can vary sharply depending on region.
