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Save on MacBooks, iPads and Apple Watches during October Prime Day
Publication: The Verge
Author: Brad Bourque
Source published: 06/10/2026, 19:30:00 UTC
Briefing created: 24/10/2026, 17:11:48 UTC
Based on a feed excerpt; full article content has not been acquired. Source evidence retrieved 07/10/2026, 00:46:25 UTC.
Briefings
During October Prime Day 2026, Apple offered significant discounts on select devices including the MacBook Air (M5), iPhone 16E, and iPad Mini. Specific deals included the 15-inch MacBook Air at $1299 on Amazon and $1099 on Best Buy, the iPhone 16E at $599.99 on Amazon, and the iPad Mini at $599 on Amazon. The article notes that while some deals are Amazon-exclusive, other retailers often match or beat prices, and the coverage includes over 100 deals throughout the sale period.
Key points
- The 15-inch MacBook Air (M5, 2026) is available at $1299 on Amazon and $1099 at Best Buy.
- The iPhone 16E is available at $599.99 on Amazon with a $489.99 option at Best Buy.
Context
This briefing covers discounted Apple products available during October Prime Day 2026, where Amazon's Big Deal Days run through the following night. While some deals are Amazon-exclusive, other retailers often match or beat Amazon's prices, and the article updates coverage as new deals are spotted.
Limitations
Coverage is limited to specific discounted items listed in the evidence, excluding other products like the iPhone 18 Pro Max, Magic Keyboard Folio, and various accessories. Prices and availability are snapshot data from the article's publication date, and some items like the iPhone 16E mention a wish for MagSafe support not included in the current listing.
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