Apple Black Friday 2021 Deals: What to Buy Today

There are some amazing Apple Black Friday 2021 Deals available in this year’s Black Friday sales. Whether you’ve been dreaming of a new Apple Watch Series 7 or have had your eye on the AirPods Pro all year, there’s no time like the present to pick up an epic deal. With AirPods Pro from $170 and reductions of up to $149 on a 2020 MacBook Air, we’ve rounded up seven of the best Apple Black Friday deals for you right here, so you don’t have to go anywhere else! Hurry though, as these Black Friday deals won’t be around forever — they might not even be around tomorrow, so shop now if you have your heart set on one of these!

Today’s best Apple Black Friday 2021 deals

• Apple AirPods Pro — $170, was $249
• Apple AirPods (3rd Generation) — $170, was $179
• Apple Watch SE (GPS, 40mm) — $219, was $279
• Apple Watch Series 6 (GPS, 40mm) — $349, was $399
• Apple Watch Series 7 (GPS, 41mm) — $380, was $399
• 2021 Apple 11-inch iPad Pro (Wi‑Fi, 128GB) — $750, was $799
• 2020 Apple MacBook Air Laptop (8GB, 256GB) — $850, was $999

Apple AirPods Pro — $170, was $249

Why Buy:

• Superior active noise-cancellation
• Excellent call quality
• Comfortable to wear
• Come with a wireless charging case

Apple’s AirPods Pro are some of the most comfortable earbuds around. Slightly smaller and with a shorter stem than original AirPods, they come with three sets of silicone tips for a comfortable fit — and these new tips do a great job of blocking out noise. Speaking of noise, they feature active noise-cancellation (ANC) technology that’s comparable with noise-canceling headphones from brands like Bose and Sony, with transparency mode that lets you hear the world around you, should you need to.

These earbuds are great for calls too, with excellent call quality even in noisy or windy conditions. And when it comes to listening to your favorite tracks, the sound quality is impressive, with clear mids and full, rounded bass. There’s Siri for voice commands, and touch controls built into each AirPod stem, so you can answer calls, skip music tracks, or turn ANC on or off.

You’ll get around 4.5 to 5 hours of listening time when you’re out and about with these buds, and they’re sweat and water-resistant, great for your morning run or workout at the gym. Perhaps the best bit about the AirPods Pro though is their wireless charging case: it’s compact yet practical, keeping your buds safe from the elements while offering over 24 hours’ charging capacity for a boost on the go.

You can find even more great deals on the AirPods Pro in our pick of the best AirPods Pro Black Friday deals.

Apple AirPods (3rd Generation) — $170, was $179

Why Buy:

• Newest model of AirPods
• Adaptive EQ tunes music to your ears
• Up to six hours of listening time on a single charge
• Wireless charging

If the AirPods Pro aren’t quite right for you, why not consider the newest AirPods, Apple’s AirPods 3? With up to six hours of listening time on a single charge, these AirPods also feature adaptive EQ, spatial audio with dynamic head tracking, and wireless charging. You’ll get up to 30 hours of battery life with the charging case, making them a great choice for those who are always forgetting to charge accessories.

True, there’s no silicone tip like the AirPods Pro, but these little buds are comfier than previous generations of AirPods, largely due to their size which is midway between the original AirPods and the AirPods Pro. That lack of silicone tip does mean these aren’t as great in noisy environments as the AirPods Pro, so if you’re frequently out and about in noisy places, you might be better picking up the AirPods Pro so you don’t have to crank the volume for calls and music.

Apple has also pulled over the touch controls from the AirPods Pro, so you can simply pinch the stem to answer calls or skip that music track you don’t want to hear right now. Like the AirPods Pro, they’re sweat and water-resistant, making them ideal for a rainy-day commute or morning run. Sound quality on these little buds is exceptional, with excellent call quality too.

Want even more AirPods 3 Black Friday bargains? Check out our roundup of the best Black Friday AirPods deals.

Apple Watch SE (GPS, 40mm) –$219, was $279

Why Buy:

• Stylish watch for everyday wear
• Built-in GPS
• Tracks a wide range of workouts
• Take calls, reply to texts, and receive notifications on your wrist

In our Apple Watch SE review, we mention this is “the Apple Watch for most people” and that’s totally true. This is a stylish watch that you’ll be happy to wear every day, and it looks as good during your workout as it does at the office or on a night out. The Apple Watch SE boasts many of the same features as the Apple Watch Series 6, but at a lower price. Visually it looks very much like the Apple Watch Series 5 and Series 6, and it’s highly customizable too.

You can track a wide range of workouts and activities, including new additions like Pilates and Tai Chi, and the watch can tell you if your heart rate is low or high — plus it works with the Fitness app on iPhone to track trends over time. There’s a built-in compass, handy for outdoor adventures, too.

If you’re used to the Apple Watch Series 5 or Series 6, you’ll notice this watch doesn’t have the always-on feature of newer models, so you’ll need to tap the screen or raise your wrist to turn the screen on. And the Apple Watch SE lets you reply to texts or take calls from your wrist, as well as checking notifications. If you’ve never owned an Apple Watch before, or if you’re upgrading from an older model, this is a great place to start.

Keep an eye on our Apple Watch SE Black Friday deals page for even more great deals on a new Apple Watch SE this weekend.

Apple Watch Series 6 (GPS, 40mm) — $349, was $399

Why Buy:

• Highly customizable so you can change the band and your look
• Always-on screen
• Track daily workouts, activity, and fitness stats
• Powerful Apple S2 chip

Been eyeing the Apple Watch Series 6? We don’t blame you. Including all the health and fitness tracking you need while looking super stylish on your wrist, the Series 6 Apple Watch is the perfect companion for those with active lifestyles. You can track your runs, gym workouts, and even Pilates classes from your wrist, with metrics that will keep you motivated and smashing your fitness goals. There’s also an ECG app to track your heart rhythm and alert you of any potential issues, plus a sensor that monitors blood oxygen levels.

The always-on retina display means no more raising your wrist or tapping the screen, as you can see your workout stats, the time, or notifications at a glance. Speaking of notifications, you can leave your phone at home and read and reply to texts or take calls right from your wrist, as well as syncing your favorite podcasts and music to your watch, ready for that workout. The Apple Watch Series 6 is swim-proof too, making it a great choice if you’re into swimming or watersports.

Make sure you pick up the best deal on a new Apple Watch Series 6 by keeping an eye on our Apple Watch Series 6 Black Friday page throughout the weekend.

Apple Watch Series 7 (GPS, 41mm) — $380, was $399

Why Buy:

• Comprehensive health and fitness tracking
• IP6X rating means it’s dust-resistant and swimproof
• Stronger and tougher than other Apple Watches
• Fast charging

The Apple Watch Series 7 is Apple’s newest smartwatch, and it looks stylish for almost any occasion, available in a wide range of colors with interchangeable bands, so you can style it to suit your tastes.

It’s not just a looker though — it’s stronger and tougher than ever before, designed with active lifestyles in mind. Whether you’re rock climbing, canoeing, or just at the gym, the crack-resistant front crystal, swimproof design, and IPX6 dust-resistance will ensure your watch stays looking as good as new. Under the hood there’s fitness tracking for all your workouts, including Pilates and Tai Chi, heart rate monitoring with the ECG app, and a blood oxygen sensor. The Series 7 also has Mindfulness and Sleep apps for those taking a holistic approach to wellness, which can really help to boost your energy levels and workout motivation.

The screen on the Apple Watch Series 7 is no slouch, with its always-on Retina display that’s 20% bigger than the Series 6. Tap to access the Apple App Store, Apple Maps, or Apple Pay, and leave your phone at home when stopping off for a coffee on your morning run. There’s a new charger too that will provide a full charge in an hour — great if you’re always forgetting to charge your watch overnight, and you can easily get a full day’s use, with some battery life left over if you haven’t tracked a workout that day. The Apple Watch Series 7 is the best smartwatch you can buy right now, though it only works with the iPhone, so Android users will want to look elsewhere.

Keep your eyes on our Apple Watch Series 7 Black Friday deal page, where we’ll be showcasing the best Series 7 deals this weekend.

2021 Apple 11-inch iPad Pro (Wi‑Fi, 128GB) — $750, was $799

Why Buy:

• Latest model of iPad Pro
• Powerful processor
• All-day battery life
• Excellent cameras

Apple’s newest iPad Pro is the most powerful iPad you can get. Powered by Apple’s M1 chip, it’s great for gaming, work, video editing, or multi-tasking, and handles whatever you want to do with ease. It boasts a gorgeous 11-inch Liquid Retina display with True Tone, ProMotion, and P3 wide color support — which in a nutshell means speedy response times and gorgeously vivid colors, whether you’re catching up on your favorite Netflix show or playing the latest games. ProMotion adaptive response rate is also excellent news if you’re going to be gaming on your new iPad Pro, delivering refresh rates of up to 120Hz for super-smooth, stutter-free gaming.

But the iPad Pro offers more than stylish good looks and power — it’s a productivity pro too, with support for the 2nd Gen Apple Pencil, as well as Magic Keyboard and the Smart Keyboard Folio. There’s a Thunderbolt port, great for connecting external storage or displays, Face ID to keep your personal information secure, and all-day battery life to ensure you don’t run out of juice in the middle of something important. The new iPad Pro is for those who want the best, with powerful performance, a stunning screen, and excellent productivity options.

Not quite sure if this is the iPad deal for you? Check out our Black Friday iPad deals page, which we’ll be updating with the best iPad deals around.

2020 Apple MacBook Air Laptop (8GB, 256GB) — $850, was $999

Why Buy:

• Up to 18 hours of battery life
• Powerful performance with Apple’s M1 chip
• Stunning 13.3-inch Retina display
• Better graphics

The MacBook Air (2020) is the MacBook for those new to MacBooks. Or something like that. It’s the entry-level choice that’s great for freelancers, college students, or anybody looking for a budget laptop that packs a punch. The MacBook Air (2020) looks stunning, with its classy metal body and minimalist design, and boasts a gorgeous 13.3-inch Retina display.

Under the hood, the 8-core M1 chip promises 3.5x faster performance than previous generations, while also using less power, and this laptop can handle anything you throw at it. Add in 8GB of RAM and anything from multitab browsing to gaming or video editing is smooth, responsive, and speedy. You’ll get a solid 18 hours’ battery life too, and the MacBook Air works with all your favorite apps like Google Drive and Microsoft 365, making it quick and easy to get up and running, even if this is your first MacBook.

If you’re not sure which MacBook to get this Black Friday, why not keep an eye on our best Black Friday MacBook deals. We’ll be updating this page throughout the weekend with all the top deals on MacBooks. Or check out our MacBook Air Black Friday deal page, where we’ll share the best MacBook Air deal available now.

Should you shop these Apple Black Friday 2021 deals or wait until Cyber Monday?

It might be tempting to wait around for Cyber Monday to see if you can get a MacBook Air or AirPods Pro deal even cheaper, but don’t be fooled. There are no guarantees these deals will be around for long — they may not even be around by tomorrow! The best Apple Black Friday deals are snapped up fast, and with stock levels lower than usual this year due to the global chip shortage, you don’t want to risk a product selling out before you can bag a deal. It’s best to shop now when you spot deals as good as these ones, especially if you want delivery in time for the holidays.

If you bag a Black Friday deal on an Apple Watch Series 7 or an iPad Pro but then find the product cheaper on Cyber Monday, there’s no need to worry. You can always grab the new deal then cancel your existing order, or return the item for a refund if it has already been dispatched. Either way, there’s no risk of you missing out on the best Apple Black Friday deals if you shop now!

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