Lefover July 4th Apple Deals: Top Savings You Can Still Grab on iPads, AirPods and MacBooks
If you're tired from your Independence Day celebrations and don't have the energy to look for deals, don't worry. CNET's shopping experts have found the best Apple deals that are still available post the big holiday, across all the major retailers. Below are our top picks of the best bargains on Apple laptops, smartwatches, tablets and earbuds. Apple products tend to sell out quickly while on discount, so if you see a deal you like, grab it before it's too late.
Best July 4th Apple deals
Apple MacBook Air M4 (13-inch): $849
The M4 MacBook Air is the latest model in Apple's lightweight lineup and it's our overall favorite laptop on the market right now. The basic model comes with 16GB of RAM and 256GB of storage, with plenty of more advanced configurations also on sale.
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Apple AirPods 4: $149
The latest AirPods with active noise cancellation are dust-, sweat- and water-resistant, perfect for all your summer adventures. Even the spatial audio works with compatible content in supported apps.
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Apple iPad A16: $299
This 2025 iPad is the latest model in Apple's flagship lineup and our top pick for the overall best tablet of 2025. It features an 11-inch display, 12-megapixel front and rear cameras, Wi-Fi 6 support and an updated A16 processor.
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Apple Watch Series 10: $299
Apple's latest wearable is the top smartwatch of 2025 and you can grab it at a record-low price of just $329 right now. This GPS model has a 42mm Always-On Retina display and all the top fitness and connection features you'd expect from our highest-recommended model.
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Apple Pencil Pro: $99
This Apple Pencil Pro is $30 off and pairs perfectly with your compatible iPads to draw, take notes and more. This Pro version is more precise and use gestures and haptic feedback for a better user experience. Plus, it attaches magnetically for wireless pairing and charging.
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Save $30 $99 at Amazon $99 at Walmart
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More Apple July 4th sales and deals
Does Apple offer July 4th sales?
It's important to note that, while the Apple Store doesn't run sales for the Fourth of July (and rarely offers discounts outside of educational promos), deals on Apple devices and accessories can be found from authorized retailers, including Amazon.
The best deals typically accompany major events, such as Amazon Prime Day which is approaching. There are plenty of sales where you can find discounted Apple products, including Best Buy and Walmart, making it an excellent time to shop for Apple sales on several devices. If you're looking to spend less, try forgoing the latest releases. You'll find bigger discounts on previous-generation models or refurbished devices.
Should I wait until Prime Day for deals on Apple products?
There's no definitive way to say whether Fourth of July sales or Prime Day deals are best. Both sales offer plenty of deals, including some of the best prices we'll see all year. Additionally, the two sales are basically merging into one big discount extravaganza given their proximity on the calendar this year.
Fourth of July sales offered more variety in retailers, although much of your shopping may take place on Amazon anyway. There are also plenty of non-Amazon retailers that will keep their sales rolling through mid-July, often directly competing with Amazon Prime prices.
How does CNET select the best July 4th deals?
Our team of expert shoppers and deal hunters has spent years helping buyers understand which major sales and deals are legitimately good and which are more routine. That includes Black Friday, Prime Day, Memorial Day and countless other shopping events. We've gotten good at weeding out scams and superficial deals on tech of every kind, so you see only the best offers, including Apple deals.
At CNET, we look for real discounts, quality reviews and remaining sale time when choosing a deal to show you.
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