Lingering Apple Labor Day Deals: Grab an Apple Device Before It's Gone

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Labor Day is over, but you can still save big on Apple devices and accessories. From tablets to laptops, audio accessories, and more, CNET's team is constantly digging out the biggest savings around. If you spot something interesting, jump on it -- these deals are running out on the hour.

Discounts on Apple products are rare, so this is as good a time as any to make sure you pick some new tech. While you're at it, don't forget to check out our roundups of the best deals on appliances, televisions, and even mattresses. You're sure to find something that catches your eye.

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Best Labor Day iPad deals

• iPad Air, 13-inch (M2, 128GB): $735 (save $64). An excellent balance between price and performance.
• iPad Pro, 11-inch (M4, 256GB): $950 (save $50). If you need top-end performance, you can't go wrong with the iPad Pro.
• iPad Pro, 13-inch (M4, 256GB): $1,195 (save $104). Apple's fastest iPad with the biggest and best display it's ever had, too.
• iPad Mini (6th-gen, 64GB): $380 (save $119). It's a few years old, but Apple's compact tablet still packs a punch.

Best Labor Day Apple Watch deals

• Apple Watch SE, 40mm (2nd-gen): $189 (save $60). A gateway into Apple's wearable ecosystem.
• Apple Watch SE, 44mm (2nd-gen): $219 (save $60). An affordable price for excellent health tracking and a larger screen.
• Apple Watch Series 8, 45mm (Cellular, gold stainless steel): $299 (save $100). This gorgeous gold watch comes with the premium Milanese Loop band and cellular connectivity.

Best Labor Day AirPods and Beats deals

• AirPods Pro (2nd-gen): $190 (save $59). This is the go-to choice if you want a true wireless earphone with Apple conveniences.
• AirPods (2nd-gen): $89 (save $40). An affordable choice with a rich, professional sound quality.
• Beats Flex: $49 (save $21). A very good pair of neckband-style earphones for outdoor fitness activities like running and gym.
• Beats Solo3 over-ear headphones: $120 (save $80). The Beats Solo 3 offers 40 hours of battery life and a comfortable earcup design for everyday use.
• Beats PowerBeats Pro earbuds: $200 (save $50). Designed specifically for active users, the Powerbeats Pro includes adjustable secure-fit ear hooks to make working out easier and comfier.

Best Labor Day Mac laptop and desktop deals

• 13-Inch MacBook Air M1 (256GB): $649 (save $50). Incredible performance and vibrant display in a sleek, portable design.
• 13-inch MacBook Air, M2 (256GB): $799 (save $200). The refreshed design and excellent battery life make it perfect for school or work.
• 13-inch MacBook Air, M3 (256GB): $900 (save $199). An excellent machine that will give you years of extended use.
• 24-inch iMac, M3 (256GB): $1,100 (save $199). A gorgeous display, excellent design and powerful internals.
• Mac Mini, M2 (256GB): $499 (save $100). When you need a compact computer with great performance.
• Mac Mini, M2 Pro (512GB): $1,199 (save $100). Pro-level performance in a tiny package.
• 14-inch MacBook Pro M3 Max (1TB): $2,899 (save $300). With an M3 Max, 36GB of RAM and a 1TB SSD, laptops don't get much faster.
• 15-inch MacBook Air, M3 (512GB): $1,449 (save $250). A powerful laptop with a generous display that shows off excellent visuals.

• Apple Pencil (1st-gen): $69 (save $30). The perfect companion to your iPad.
• Apple Pencil Pro: $117 (save $12). Advanced gestures for professional artists or note-takers.
• Apple iPhone 15 silicone case: $40 (save $10)). A rare discount on a very good case.
• Apple 35-watt dual-port USB-C charger: $40 (save $19). Power two things at once with Apple's diminutive charger.
• Apple AirTag 4-pack: $75 (save $24). You'll never lose anything again with Apple's Bluetooth item trackers.
• Apple Magic Trackpad: $110 (save $19). If you're a trackpad person, they don't come much nicer than Apple's.
• Apple 35-watt Dual USB-C power adapter: $40 (save $20). You can always do with more adapters to charge your Apple products, especially one that comes with two ports.
• Apple Magic Mouse: $68 (save $11). It is ready to use right away and works quickly and efficiently with both a Mac and an iPad product.

If you're looking for iPhone deals, be sure to check out our roundup of all the best phone sales to score one at a great price.

Does Apple offer Labor Day sales?

While the Apple Store doesn't run a Labor Day sale -- and rarely offers discounts outside of educational promos -- it is possible to find deals on Apple devices and accessories from authorized retailers. The best deals usually accompany big events like Prime Day or a major holiday, which is why Labor Day is an excellent time to shop Apple sales on several devices. If you're looking to spend less, try foregoing the latest releases. You'll find bigger discounts on previous-generation models or refurbished devices. 

Where are the best Labor Day sales?

You can find major savings for Labor Day at hundreds of retailers. Some of the places you can shop for significant savings include Amazon, Walmart, Best Buy, Home Depot and Lowe's. You'll find plenty of other smaller retailers hosting Labor Day sales as well.

How we choose the best Labor Day deals

At CNET, we've got a team of expert shoppers and deal-hunters whose experience spans years of helping buyers understand which major sales and deals are legitimately good and which are more routine. That includes Black Friday, Prime Day, Fourth of July and countless other shopping events. We've gotten very good at weeding out scams and superficial deals. We look for real discounts, quality reviews and remaining sale time when choosing a deal to show you.

• Real discounts mean exactly that. We look at the price history for all items sold to make sure no manufacturers are inflating prices to make the discount seem more substantial than it is.
  
• Quality reviews are important for any product, but especially for big purchase items like grills, furniture and appliances. If it breaks the first time you use it, the discount isn't really worthwhile.
  
• Remaining sale time is a huge part of our vetting process. If a deal seems like it will only be around for a short while or will only be available for the remaining stock, we'll let you know upfront so you don't come back to the deal later only to be disappointed.