As Apple unveils its new 2026 product lineup, major retailers are offering deep discounts on last year's models, including AirPods, Apple Watches, iPhones, MacBooks, and accessories. This presents a prime opportunity to upgrade your devices with significant savings, often on products that remain excellent value and performance.
Every September, Apple takes to the stage in Cupertino, California, to reveal a new slate of products at its annual iPhone keynote event. While the company’s latest and greatest smartphones are set to be the stars of the “surprise and shine” show, we also expect to see other product launches like the annual Apple Watch refresh, a new pair of AirPods and updated accessories. But just because you’re not shopping the new 2026 collection from Apple doesn’t mean you can’t also get in on upgrading your devices. Several retailers, including Amazon, are marking down last year’s models to make way for the most recent launches. Below are some of the best tech deals ever on Apple AirPods, official iPhone cases and more, many of which are on their way to selling out for good. Just like the Apple Watch Series 11 that is now entirely out of stock, this may be the very last chance to save on last year’s Apple devices. Deals on older Apple products Apple AirPods 4 Just because the new AirPods 5 are expected to begin shipping shortly doesn't mean that the previous-generation true wireless earbuds from Apple are worth skipping. At this low of a price, there is no beating the experienced offered by the AirPods 4, especially for anyone with an iPhone, iPad or Mac. Automatic pairing to your Apple device, long-lasting battery life and solid audio quality make these even more of a treat to listen to now that the pair is $30 off with the best discount in four months. Read Our Review $129 $99 at Amazon Apple AirPods 4 With Active Noise Cancellation The upcoming AirPods 5 likely come with active noise cancellation by default, while the older AirPods 4 are split into two versions for those who want the added feature and those who don't. If you fall into the camp of listeners who want to be able to block out distracting audio, the upgraded pair of AirPods 4 are currently on sale with the same $30 in savings as the more entry-level pair. The only major difference between them is the extra ability to quiet your surroundings with ANC, a feature that'll run you an extra $50 by comparison. Read Our Review $129 $99 at Amazon $179 $149 at Amazon Apple Watch Series 11 46mm The smaller version of Apple's latest smartwatch has already sold out for good. The larger 46mm Apple Watch is already following suit, as stock begins to run low on last year's Series 11 model. It has already gone out of stock at other retailers like Best Buy and Walmart and is now $100 for those who act fast. We likely won't see a discount on the upcoming Apple Watch Series 12 for quite some time, making now the last chance to save on Apple's renowned fitness-tracking experience for the next few months. $429 $329 at Amazon Apple iPhone 17 Pro Renewed Premium Smartphone The stars of Apple's keynote event today are its fresh iPhone models. While our editors will be feasting their eyes on Apple's first folding smartphone rumored to launch, anyone who wants flagship performance without current-generation prices can score last year's iPhone 17 Pro in Amazon's like-new, Renewed Premium condition. It's the same smartphone that I've been loving since it first released last September and comes with as much as $127 in savings across all three colors. And yes, that even includes the fan-favorite Stellar Orange design. $1,099 From $972 at Amazon Apple iPhone 17 Series Silicone Case Apple's official silicone case offers one of the best ways to protect your smartphone. While many of the company's in-house accessories are on sale this week, the silicone case is among the best with a soft-touch finish and tons of colors to choose from. You can save on styles fit for all of the iPhone 17 series handsets, including the baseline 17e all the way up to the 17 Pro Max. Most designs are down to their best prices to date with as much as 64% in savings attached. $50 From $18 at Amazon Apple iPhone 17 Series Clear Case Apple makes the best clear cases in the game. They don't yellow over time and are perfect for protecting your device without adding extra bulk or covering up the color of the iPhone you specifically chose. I also love to use them when I want to personalize my device by putting a Polaroid photo or even a Pokémon card on the back of my device. Several of the MagSafe-compatible cases are on sale for each of Apple's previous-generation smartphones. $49 From $39 at Amazon Apple AirPods Max With USB-C Apple may have just revealed the new and improved second-generation AirPods Max, but anyone in the market for the best over-ear headphones for iPhone owners should consider the previous model instead. Not too much has changed between the two versions, and now that there's a $119 price difference between them, going with the original is a far better value. I personally own these and won't be upgrading to the newer edition because the high-end sound quality and ANC tech is still more than sufficient for my listening needs. Read Our Review $549 $429 at Amazon Apple Crossbody Strap While it doesn't seem like Apple will be releasing a new version of its official crossbody phone strap, these clearance discounts could indicate that they won't be around much longer. Several colors are on sale so you can mix and match with the unique stylings of your iPhone and its case, with as much as 72% in savings attached with these all-time low prices. These accessories are a great way to keep your smartphone within arm's reach without having to stow it in your pocket or purse, and Apple's model elevates the experience with magnetic adjustments that make it easy to hold your iPhone at just the right position. $59 From $17 at Amazon Deals on other Apple products Apple’s annual September event may be geared toward new iPhones and all the accessories in their orbit, but you’ll still be able to find deals on other devices from the company. The company tends to revisit Macs and iPads later on in the year, come the end of October, and ahead of that time, you can save on other devices in the Apple lineup alongside accessories like AirTags, Apple Pencil styluses and MagSafe chargers. Apple AirTag (2nd Gen) Save 20% on the newest iteration of Apple's luggage tracker at its lowest price to date. While there have been a handful of offers throughout 2026, this is the first time you've been able to save $5 off a single AirTag. Use it to keep tabs on your keys or a checked bag for an upcoming trip, or buy a four-pack at its all-time low price to track multiple items for $20 apiece. Read Our Review $29 $24 at Amazon Apple AirPods Pro 3 Apple isn't expected to reveal new versions of its AirPods Pro today, nor at any point through the rest of 2026. If you prefer a pair that has silicone ear tips, higher-end audio and even better active noise cancellation, this is the pair for you. The Pro 3 are $50 off this week and will be the current flagship offering for the foreseeable future. Read Our Review $249 $199 at Amazon Apple 13-Inch MacBook Air M5 With 1TB SSD Apple launched its newest MacBook Air earlier in the year, so we won't be seeing a fresh model until sometime in 2027. The latest 13-inch model is the best MacBook our editors have tested, despite the recent price hikes. Any chance to save given the higher MSRP is worth highlighting, and this week, you can take $150 off the elevated configuration that includes 1TB of solid-state storage to help ensure you have more room for photos, documents, videos and other important files. Today's markdown is an extra $50 below the previous discount. $1,599 From $1,449 at Amazon Apple 15-Inch MacBook Air M5 With 1TB SSD Alongside its smaller 13-inch counterpart, Amazon is marking down the larger 15-inch MacBook Air. This model has all the same performance and portable design that the other iteration includes, just with even more pixels packed into its gorgeous screen to help those who multitask get even more out of their laptop. It also shares the same $150 discount that helps soften the impact of the recent price hikes. Read Our Review $1,599 $1,499 at Amazon $1,799 From $1,649 at Amazon Apple Pencil Pro If you're hoping to take digital notes or sketch some digital pictures, the Apple Pencil Pro is by far the best accessory to pair with many of Apple's iPads. It turns the tablets into one of the most capable digital writing and drawing experiences across nearly any tablet on the market. During testing, our tech editors were impressed by the new dial menu features that made it easier than ever to write and draw. $129 $99 at Amazon Apple 2-Meter Wireless MagSafe Charger The newest version of Apple's official MagSafe charger is an essential accessory to pair with an iPhone 12 or newer. It magnetically snaps on to the back of your smartphone in order to offer the fastest charging speeds that Apple will allow, quickly refueling your device with up to 25 watts of power. The extended 2-meter cord also gives you some extra slack away from a wall outlet. $39 $35 at Amazon $49 $40 at Amazon Why these deals are worth shopping Apple releases new products every year like clockwork. September heralds the annual refresh to the iPhone lineup, which means savvy shoppers (or just anyone who reads CNN Underscored) can take advantage of retailers like Amazon clearing out stock following the company’s biggest moment of the year. I’m constantly tracking price cuts across multiple online storefronts to ensure the deals are as good as the retailers say. The rest of t°he deals team and I dive into each product’s price history while cross-referencing reviews and guides from other CNN Underscored editors. Why trust CNN Underscored CNN Underscored’s deals editors scour the internet daily for the best available sales and discounts, then put them on your radar in real time. They utilize a range of techniques and consider a variety of factors — price history checks, available coupon codes, competitor pricing — to determine if a deal is worthy of coverage (and your money). For this article, CNN Underscored senior deals editor Rikka Altland used her decade of covering Apple news and product releases to take a closer look at what the company is set to release today and compare it to the deals on last year’s gadgets. She has been doing that for 11 years, helping shoppers get the most out of their cash.
