Back-to-school season is nearly here, and if your tech is due for an upgrade, now’s a good time to look at Apple.A handful of Apple products are currently up to 34 percent off, which is notable given how rarely Apple gear gets marked down outside of huge events like Amazon Prime Day and Cyber Monday.
Whether you need a new laptop for lecture halls, a tablet for note taking or earbuds that can survive commuting, study hall, workout and more, here are a few deals worth grabbing before the new school year starts.The best back-to-school Apple dealsApple AirPods Pro 3$189.99$249.00AmazonNow 24% off$189.99$249.99TargetNow 24% off$199.99$249.99Best BuyNow 20% offIf you own an iPhone, these are the earbuds to get.On-ear swipe controls make volume adjustment easy, and built-in heart rate sensors let you track workouts straight from your iPhone — no separate device needed.
They’re also great for school, with a noise-cancellation feature helping you focus while studying, and transparency mode letting you stay tuned in during class.The included five ear tip sizes help ensure a comfortable fit.Apple Watch Series 11$299.00$399.00AmazonNow 25% off$299.99$399.99TargetNow 25% off$399.00Best BuyOne of Apple’s latest smartwatches, the Series 11 tracks health, sleep and workout data while syncing with the iPhone to mirror apps and notifications.
The battery life is a standout upgrade on this watch, reaching up to 24 hours compared to 18 hours on previous Series models.It comes in 42- and 46-millimeter sizes, three colors, and dozens of watch band options.
“I just got this watch for my sister who has heart issues and needs to do monitoring.We’re both really pleased with how easy it was for her to set up and use,” says NBC Selected senior editor Shalwah Evans.
“It gives me peace of mind that maybe this little gadget will be able to let her know when there’s something amiss with her heart health even before she feels it.”Apple EarPods Headphones$14.88$19.00AmazonN...