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Today, Apple announced a new tier of Apple Music that would offer both lossless and Hi-Fi listening experiences. Over at 9to5Mac, we took a closer look at what would be required to hear the difference with Apple Music’s Hi-Fi audio tier, and now we’re going to take a deeper dive into what gear we recommend if this is a whole new world to you. Sadly, you won’t be able to enjoy the Hi-Fi category of music wirelessly, or even wired on any of Apple’s in-house headphones, so all of the options below are wired and require you to plug a cable in. One benefit? Your entire audio setup could cost less than a single pair of AirPods Max, which don’t even support Hi-Fi listening, so that’s something to look forward to.

Today Apple introduced a slew of new hardware featuring its first silicon chips for Mac. All told, today’s keynote unveiled three new models, including Mac mini, MacBook Air, and MacBook Pro. We’ve partnered with Expercom to offer exclusive discounts to our readers. Head below to find out how you can save on the latest Macs featuring the new M1 silicon chip.

Ahead of next week’s Prime Day festivities and keynote, Best Buy has kicked off a weekend Apple Event sale. Amazon is conveniently matching many of these deals, as well. Notable price drops include AirPods, MacBook Air, and more. Free shipping is available for all. You’ll find our top picks down below.

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Apple Watch Series 6 was officially announced recently alongside a new, lower-priced, Apple Watch SE. Of course, Apple is still shipping a band with purchase and is still charging $49 or more for a replacement or alternative style. So in true 9to5 fashion, we’re here to show you the best third-party Apple Watch Series 6 bands. Thankfully, the slug hasn’t changed on this year’s models, so the latest Watches will continue to work with all watch bands on the market. With a boatload of options on the market, it can be difficult to wade through a variety of styles. Below you’ll find all of our top picks starting at just $5 and going up from there.

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Today Apple is bringing the latest 2020 MacBook Air to its refurbished storefront for the first time. The already affordable machine is now seeing even more enticing pricing starting at $849. As we’ve come to expect, Apple’s refurbished process remains the best in the game with competitive policies including all of the original accessories and more. Head below for the full breakdown on pricing, as well as availability.

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Apple quietly refreshed its online storefront this morning bringing some new inventory to the mix at notable discounts. For the first time, iPhone XR is now available for purchase with deals from $539. As usual, Apple remains at the top of its refurbished game with one of the best policies out there including all of the original accessories and more. Full details on pricing and availability can be found just below.

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Apple is now making Apple Watch Series 5 available in certified refurbished condition for the first time. While we regularly see Apple’s wearable discounted in new condition, any refurbished offers have been tough to come by. At the time of our writing, a variety of configurations, including both GPS and cellular, are available with up to $110 off original prices. For comparison sake, common discounts tend to range between $50 and $100 in new condition. Of course, Apple has arguably the best refurbished process out there, sweetening today’s offers even further. More details below.

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Apple is now offering the latest Mac Pro and additional 2018 Mac mini models on its refurbished storefront for the first time. As always, going the refurbished route via Apple offers notable savings alongside one of the best warranties in the business. Particularly on the pricier Mac Pro, there is a real chance to score notable savings here while still having peace of mind as opposed to shopping through some third-party retailers. Hit the jump for full details on today’s availability, including pricing and more.

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Following a big morning of product announcements from Apple, including new MacBook Air and iPad Pro models, we’re turning our attention to its refurbished storefront. Today, Apple has pushed a number of price drops and fresh inventory, including new all-time low prices on MacBook Air and more. Apple is known as one of the best in the business when it comes to refurbished products, offering a full 1-year warranty and including all original accessories with your purchase. It’s a great way to cash in on extra savings without breaking the bank. Head below for all of our top picks from today’s refresh.

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Pad & Quill is debuting a brand new leather cuff Apple Watch band today. Officially known as the Cafe Cuff Band, it is made of the premium materials Pad & Quill is known for along with handcrafted attention to detail, and of course, a solid launch discount. Now available for pre-order for all 42 & 44mm Apple Watches, head below for a closer look and a big-time early discount.
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Apple is now offering the 16-inch MacBook Pro in official refurbished condition with prices from $2,039 shipped for the 2.6GHz/16GB/512GB model. As usual, Apple ships its officially refurbished gear with a 1-year warranty and all original accessories. The 16-inch MacBook Pro brings an all-new keyboard into the mix, along with a larger and higher-resolution display for an upgraded experience. Apple is offering models ranging from the base specs all the way to higher-end i9 variants with upgraded RAM, storage, and graphics. You’ll also score four Thunderbolt 3 ports here and a 100Wh battery designed to last you all day. Learn more in our hands-on review.

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Pad & Quill, makers of some of the most gorgeous Apple gear accessories out there, is introducing its new Lowry Leather Apple Watch Band today. Inspired by the Lowry bridge in Minneapolis — which resides a few blocks from Pad & Quill headquarters — the new Watch band is designed to help get you where you need to be on a daily basis. Featuring P&Q’s usual approach to premium materials and handcrafted goods, the new Lowry Edition band is now up for pre-order with a big-time launch discount. Jump below the fold for more details.
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Apple’s official refurbished storefront was updated earlier today with the company’s latest iPad Air and all-new iPad mini 5. Prices start at $339 for the mini 5 and $419 for the Air. For comparison, the iPad Mini 5 starts at $399 new and the Air runs $499 new. Both of these devices offer support for the Apple Pencil and rock the A12 Bionic chip for plenty of processing power.

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Apple is now offering certified refurbished iPhone XS/Max models in various capacities from $699 shipped. Originally starting at $999 when released in September of 2018, this is the first time that Apple has offered them officially refurbished. If buying the latest-and-greatest iPhone doesn’t tickle your fancy, then why not grab last year’s model at a discount? The iPhone XS sports a 5.8-inch display while the XS Max offers a 6.7-inch behemoth. Both are Super Retina displays with OLED HDR panels. Plus, you’ll net FaceID, wireless charging capabilities, a waterproof design, dual cameras, and more. Apple refurbished products come with a full one-year warranty and all original accessories.

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The Black Friday landscape is finally coming into focus as nearly every major ad, flier, and preview has been released ahead of next week. We’ve already featured the best Google, smart home, TV, and gaming console deals (amongst others), and now it’s time to turn our attention to Apple. It’s been a big year with recent hardware announcements and aggressive pricing at more retailers than ever before. Hit the jump for all of the best Apple Black Friday deals on MacBooks, Apple Watch, iPhone, iPad, and more.

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Black Friday 2019 is just over a month away, and we’re already digging into expected pricing for this year’s biggest shopping event. First up, we’re taking a look at what Apple is likely to have planned for Thanksgiving week. While we don’t expect to see many discounts direct from Apple, plenty of authorized retailers are sure to be in the mix this year. You’ll find all of our Apple Black Friday predictions below for 2019.

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Elago has been behind some of our favorite Apple Watch docks over the last few years. Its W3 stand was an instant recommendation in our hands-on review. Subsequent releases have sustained this trend as the brand has mastered nostalgia in many ways. The new Elago W6 stand continues this trend with killer iPod vibes, bringing Apple’s iconic music player to your nightstand or desk in a whole new way. Much like Elago’s other vintage releases, this is a must-have for any Apple fan looking to show off their Apple Watch and keep it charged all night. Head below for more.

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Update 8/21 @ 1:16 PM: Hot Wheels id is now available at Amazon!

Hot Wheels is likely a toy that you either played with as a kid or still have many of now. I still have quite the collection hidden somewhere in the attic, but enough about me. For the longest time, Hot Wheels have stayed just cars on a track (or in the air). Pieces of metal on wheels, nothing more, nothing less. Now, with Hot Wheels id, the iconic toy is entering the 21st century. Hot Wheels id is a new system that brings together both physical and digital play and is available exclusively from Apple.

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Apple Watch Series 4 refurbished stock has been made available for the first time at Apple’s online store. The discounts range from $60-$110 depending on the model. Head below for all the details.

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This morning, Apple finally announced the release of its second-generation of AirPods. With “Hey Siri” capabilities, longer battery life, up to 50% faster device switching, and Qi wireless charging, these truly wireless earbuds are welcomed by many. B&H is now offering pre-orders for Apple’s latest AirPods with tax savings for select shoppers. Prices start at $79 for the wireless charging case if you already own a set of AirPods. You can get AirPods V2 for $159 or add the wireless charging case to your order for $199.

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This morning, Apple unveiled a generation of new Retina iMacs. B&H is now offering pre-orders on nearly the entire lineup with the usual tax savings for select shoppers. The latest iMacs from Apple sport 6- and 8-core processors, Radeon Pro Vega graphics and 21- and 27-inch displays. Prices start at $1,299 and go up from there. Head below for a complete list of what’s available for pre-order today.

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AT&T is currently offering a FREE Apple TV 4K 32GB to new AT&T Fiber Internet subscribers when code GET4KTV has been applied at checkout. To lock-in the promo, you’ll have to pick from the 300Mbps or 1000Mbps tiers, which cost $70 per month and $90 per month, respectively. Apple usually sells the Apple TV 4K 32GB for $179, so if you’re looking to upgrade to fiber internet, this is a great way to score an Apple TV in the process.

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When it comes to competing with the leather cases and watch straps produced by Apple, there are not many companies that have what it takes to offer the same level of quality and attention to detail. Of the few that do, Nomad prominently stands among them.

Earlier today, Nomad took the wraps off of its Natural leather collection. Although the company has gear for products made by Apple, Samsung, and Google, the products included in the new release are all made for Apple devices. The Natural leather collection is comprised of two Apple Watch bands and an AirPods case.

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Elago is one of those companies that knows exactly how to make products that create a nostalgia for the products that we once could not bear to live without, but are no longer used in our day-to-day lives. Its latest Apple Watch stand is no exception. The W5 resembles the original Game Boy, an iconic portable game console that paved the way to where we are today with Nintendo’s 2DS, 3DS, and Switch.
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After a very notable iPad Pro deal launched this morning at B&H, we’re now seeing the latest 9.7-inch iPad available in Apple’s refurb store for the first time. Prices start at $279 for the 32GB model and go up from there. All Wi-Fi and Cellular configurations are available. Free shipping applies on all orders and Apple includes an industry-leading one-year warranty with purchase. That said, we typically see new condition models for $50 or more off the regular price, making today’s refurb inventory much less noteworthy. In fact, during Black Friday the entry-level configuration was available from $249. Check out the entire inventory of 6th generation refurbished iPads here.

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Thanks to a healthy batch of ad leaks over the last month, we’re finally able to paint a somewhat accurate portrait of the best Apple Black Friday deals. We’ve rounded up all of the most notable offers on MacBooks, Apple Watch, iPhone, iPad, and more below.

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Apple now offering certified refurbished HomePods for the first time. Regularly $349, it drops to $299 in both Space Gray and White. Before you rush off and pick up a HomePod at Apple, be sure to note any upcoming Black Friday deals. Specifically, Best Buy will be taking $100 off next week, which brings the price down to $250. That’s in new condition too. So while it’s nice that Apple is finally adding HomePod to its repertoire, it’s important to know that better savings are on the way.

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Amazon has had an interesting history with Apple products. It stopped selling the Apple TV for some time and only started offering it again as the Prime Video tvOS app launched this past December. Now, a new deal between Apple and Amazon will bring its products directly to consumers.
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Apple’s latest Macs are shipping today, but if you didn’t yet pre-order then savings may be coming your way. MacMall is taking $35 off the entry-level Mac Mini. That brings the price down to $764 shipped. Even better? MacMall only charges taxes in select states at the time of purchase. Over the course of the last few years, we’ve rarely seen any discounts on Apple’s smallest desktop. While MacMall is currently only accepting pre-orders, this is a rare chance to save and also potentially defer taxes until April. This Mac Mini sports a 3.6GHz processor, 8GB of RAM and a 128GB SSD. On the back you’ll find a plethora of I/O, including four Thunderbolt 3 ports, two USB 3 ports and a HDMI port. Learn more in our announcement coverage.

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The new Casetify Link Apple Watch Band is here. Available in two colorways, the new band sports a steel build and certainly won’t cost you as much as the official Apple version. Head below for more details.
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Apple is now selling certified refurbished iPhone 8/Plus models in its online store for the first time. Both models are available in 64GB configurations in Silver, Space Gray or Gold colorways. Each model is discounted by around 15% off the regular going rate with prices starting at $499. The larger model sells for $599. Free shipping is available across the board.

All of Apple’s certified refurbished listings going through a stringent refurbishment process and include a one-year warranty and all original accessories. Both iPhone 8 models are also eligible for additional AppleCare coverage. Learn more here.

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Apple took to the stage in Brooklyn on Tuesday to unveil a host of new devices, including the latest iPad Pros. Students can already save $50 off at the Apple Store, bringing prices down to $749 for the 11-inch model and $949 on the larger 12.9-inch. This is the first discount that we’ve seen and likely the only price drop we’ll get until Black Friday. You can count on Thanksgiving week gift card offers and maybe $100 off. But otherwise, this is expected to be the best price until then. Apple’s student discounts are slightly better on the iPad Pro this year than previous releases, with $50 off instead of $20, but of course the prices have gone up significantly as well. Don’t forget to check out pre-orders at B&H, where potential tax savings may also be worthwhile.

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Today, Apple took the stage in Brooklyn to unveil a host of new products including a refreshed MacBook Air and iPad Pro. Pre-orders went up at the online Apple Store this afternoon with delivery slated for November 7th. Now, third-party retailers like B&H are beginning to show listings as well with the potential for tax breaks in some states. More below.

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It’s iPhone XR pre-order day and there are plenty of deals to be had on Apple’s latest device. Carriers and retailers are getting into the mix offering various gift cards, discounts with trade-ins and more. Head below for the best iPhone XR pre-order deals.

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Update: Apple is now selling certified refurbished 2018 15-inch MacBook Pro models. Check out the entire selection of available models right here.

Apple has refreshed its refurbished storefront this morning to now include 2018 MacBook Pros for the first time. Inventory is primarily centered around the latest 13-inch models with prices starting at $1,529. A high-end maxed-out 13-inch model is on sale for $3,139, which is good for $560 off the regular price, marking today’s biggest savings. Most of these deals work out to be around 15% off the new condition price. In recent months we’ve seen as much as $200 off 13-inch models and up to $300 off 15-inch configurations. If you don’t mind going the refurbished route (and you shouldn’t) there are some notable savings to be had. More details below.

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As we reported earlier this morning, Apple will be introducing a clear case for iPhone XR. While Apple has offered a number of leather and silicone cases, this is the first time that they’ve offered an in-house see-through option. But before you go running to the Apple store there’s something we need to tell you. Paying $40+ for a clear case is outrageous. As you’d expect, Apple is going to have a hefty markup on this new product while the market is filled with lower-cost alternatives. Head below for our roundup of the best iPhone XR clear case alternatives that cost a fraction of Apple’s official option.

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Apple has simplified its lineup of BeatsX headphones. Prior to today, the company sold seven color options of the W1-enabled headphones at $149.95, but that lineup has been cut to just two colors and a more affordable $119.95 price point.

Despite the BeatsX pricing changes at Apple, however, you can still find them for less at various other retailers.

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Grovemade is well-known for producing finely crafted accessories for Apple devices and more. The company has now announced that its lineup of leather and wood iPhone cases and bumpers is available for iPhone XS and XS Max with XR versions coming soon.

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Belkin has shared its latest dual charging docks for iPhone and Apple Watch with the BOOST UP Wireless Charging Dock being the flagship product of the lineup. There’s also a new PowerHouse Charge Dock and both new products are designed to work with iPhone XS, Max, and XR in addition to previous iPhones.

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It’s iPhone Xs pre-order day, and a number of carriers are already offering intriguing deals. Both AT&T and Verizon are offering a FREE iPhone 8/Plus 64GB with the purchase of Apple’s latest device. You’ll need to add a new line and use each carrier’s payment plan to lock-in the savings. More details below.

T-Mobile is offering up to $300 off with an eligible trade-in across 24-monthly credits on its payment plan. Sprint meanwhile is offering iPhone Xs 64GB for $0/mo. with eligble trade-in and sign-up on its Sprint Flex lease program. While payment plans aren’t always ideal, these offers are likely to be your only chance at notable savings until the holiday season. Finally, if you pre-order over at Sam’s Club you’ll get a $100 credit.

Don’t forget to swing by our big case roundup for Apple’s latest devices, as you’ll want to have some protection on day one.

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Yesterday Apple took the stage at the Steve Jobs Theater to announce its latest devices. Alongside iPhone Xs and XR, we also caught our second glimpse of Apple Watch Series 4. Now it’s time to start thinking pre-orders. Apple will begin accepting orders tomorrow with a September 21st ship date. But there may already be a way to save…

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