Early Apple Labor Day sales 2024 — save on MacBooks, iPads, iPhone 15 and more
The best Labor Day Apple sales right now — including an iPhone 15 starting at $0.01
Labor Day sales are dropping everywhere, and that means it's a great time to shop Apple gear. Many of the best laptops, iPads and phones from Apple are crashing in price in time for Labor Day.
Right now the 13-inch MacBook Air (M2/256GB) is $799 at Amazon. This laptop delivers powerful performance, long battery life and a great display. It's a great deal after this $200 discount. Just note that the newer MacBook Air M3 is now available. Plus, you can get the iPhone 15 for $0.01 at Amazon with Boost Unlimited for $60/month.
Below you'll find all my favorite Apple Labor Day deals. For more, check out the best Labor Day appliance sales.
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- iPhone 15: $0.01 w/ unlimited for $60/month @ Amazon
- iPhone SE (3rd Gen): free w/ unlimited + new line @ Verizon
- AirPods (2nd Gen): was $129 now $79 @ Amazon
- AirPods Pro 2 (USB-C): was $249 now $189 @ Amazon
- Apple Watch SE (GPS/40mm): was $249 now $189 @ Amazon
- 10.2" iPad (WiFi/64GB): was $329 now $199 @ Amazon
- Apple Watch 9 (GPS/41mm): was $399 now $299 @ Amazon
- MacBook Air (M1/256GB): was $999 now $649 @ Walmart
- MacBook Air 13 (M3/256GB): was $1,099 now $849 @ Amazon
iPhones
Boost Infinite: $0.01 iPhone 15 Pro Max w/ unlimited for $60/month @ Amazon
Amazon is offering any iPhone 15 model for $0.01 when you sign up for Boost Infinite. Boost Infinite is a membership plan for iPhone users. For $60/month, you get unlimited talk, text, and data. Plus, after 12 consecutive monthly payments, members can upgrade to the latest iPhone model at no extra cost. There is no trade-in requirement to join, which means you can keep your current iPhone or sell it to a third party. The deal includes the iPhone 15 through iPhone 15 Pro Max.
iPhone SE (3rd Gen): free w/ unlimited + new line @ Verizon
New and existing members can get the iPhone SE for free when you open a new unlimited line. That's $429 off and one of the best deals we've seen. (No trade-in is required for this deal). In our iPhone SE review, we said it delivers best-in-class performance and great photos for an affordable price if you can live with a small screen. It's powered by Apple's A15 Bionic chip, which is the same CPU powering the iPhone 13 line. Other features include a 4.7-inch Retina HD display (1334 x 750), Touch ID support, 12MP wide/rear camera, 7MP FaceTime camera, 5G connectivity and up to 15-hour battery life.
Price check: $1.99/mo @ AT&T
iPhone 15 Pro: free w/ trade-in + unlimited @ AT&T
New and existing AT&T customers can get the iPhone 15 Pro for free with trade-in. You'll also need be signed up to one of AT&T's qualifying 5G unlimited data plans. In our iPhone 15 Pro review, we called the Editor's Choice phone a compact powerhouse. It features a 6.1-inch 2556 x 1179 OLED 120Hz display, A17 Pro chip, 48MP main camera, 12MP ultrawide camera, 12MP telephoto, 12MP front camera, and USB-C connectivity.
iPhone 15 Pro Max: up to $830 off w/ trade-in + unlimited @ Verizon
New and existing Verizon customers adding a new line on the Unlimited Ultimate plan can knock up to $830 off the iPhone 15 Pro Max when you trade in any old iPhone in any condition. Note that you'll need to activate a Verizon unlimited plan. In our iPhone 15 Pro Max review, we said the Editor's Choice phone sports a stronger/lighter titanium design that makes a big difference in everyday use. Add in the powerful A17 Pro chip for next-gen gaming, USB-C port, and super-long battery life (14 hours and 2 minutes) and you have the best iPhone money can buy. It features a 6.7-inch 2796 x 1290 OLED 120Hz display, A17 Pro chip, 48MP main camera, 12MP ultrawide camera, 12MP telephoto, 12MP front camera, and USB-C connectivity.
MacBooks
MacBook Air (M1/256GB): was $999 now $649 @ Walmart
It's no longer Apple's flagship, but the MacBook Air M1 offers fantastic performance and value. The M1 CPU never stuttered in our tests and also helped it reach over 14 hours of battery life. It features a 13.3-inch Retina display, Apple M1 CPU, 8GB of RAM, and a 256GB SSD. In our MacBook Air M1 review, we said it offers amazing endurance and shockingly good speed.
Price check: sold out @ Best Buy | sold out @ Amazon
MacBook Air 13 (M2/256GB): was $1,099 now $799 @ Amazon
The MacBook Air M2 is one of our most recommended laptops because it's remarkably light and thin yet sports a 13.6-inch Liquid Retina display, a speedy Apple M2 CPU w/ 8-core GPU, 8GB of RAM, 256GB SSD, and a great 1080p FaceTime camera. In our MacBook Air M2 review we lauded this Editor's Choice laptop for its versatility and battery life, so don't miss your chance to get one at a great discount.
Price check: $849 @ B&H | $799 @ Best Buy
MacBook Air 13 (M3/256GB): was $1,099 now $849 @ Amazon
This MacBook Air is powered by Apple's M3 silicon. The laptop can support up to two external displays (when the laptop lid is closed) and Apple also claims its 60% faster than the M1-based MacBook Air. It boasts up to 18 hours of battery life. In our MacBook Air 13-inch M3 review, we called the Editor's Choice laptop a small wonder. It packs a 13.6-inch Liquid Retina display (2560 x 1664), Apple's M3 CPU w/ 8-core GPU, 8GB of RAM and a 256GB SSD.
Price check: $899 @ Best Buy | $1,099 @ B&H
MacBook Pro 14 (M3/512GB): was $1,599 now $1,399 @ Amazon
In our MacBook Pro 14-inch M3 review, we said it delivers blistering performance with a brighter display than its predecessor, robust graphics, and super-long battery life (17 hours with 25 minutes). The base model features a 14.2-inch 3024 x 1964 Retina display, Apple M3 CPU, 8GB of RAM, and a 512GB SSD.
Price check: $1,599 @ Best Buy | $1,399 @ B&H
AirPods
AirPods (2nd Gen): was $129 now $79 @ Amazon
Amazon has the Apple AirPods with standard/wired charging case on sale for $79. They feature Apple's H1 chip for fast wireless connectivity with Apple devices. Although they've been outshined by newer models, in our AirPods review we said they're a great pair of wireless earbuds that work seamlessly with iOS devices.
AirPods (3rd Gen): was $179 now $149 @ Amazon
The AirPods 3 offer Spatial Audio, which creates immersive listening experiences for music-listening, movie-watching, and more. They're also IPX4 sweat and water resistant, a feature that was previously exclusive to the AirPods Pro. In our Apple AirPods 3 review, we said they offer fantastic sound with results that give the AirPods Pro a run for its money, though remember they lack ANC and Transparency Mode.
AirPods Pro 2 (USB-C): was $249 now $189 @ Amazon
The AirPods Pro 2 pack Apple's new H2 chip to provide 2x more noice cancellation than their predecessors. They also offer Personalized Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking for a more immersive audio experience. In our AirPods Pro 2 review, we said they take everything we loved about the original AirPods Pro to the next level. This new model includes a USB-C charging case.
Price check: $189 @ Best Buy | $229 @ B&H Photo
AirPods Max: was $549 now $429 @ Amazon
The AirPods Max are Apple's premium, retro-style headphones. They feature large ear cushions, a digital crown, active noise cancellation, and Spatial Audio. The latter feature uses head tracking to offer a surround sound experience. In our AirPods Max review, we said the 'phones offer exceptional noise-cancelling, a luxurious design, and sophisticated soundstage.
Price check: $479 @ Best Buy
Apple Watch
Apple Watch SE (GPS/40mm): was $249 now $189 @ Amazon
The new Apple Watch SE sports an S8 processor, Crash Detection capability, and watchOS 9. It's also priced from $249, which is $30 cheaper than last year's model. In our Apple Watch SE review, we called it the best Apple Watch value you'll find.
Price check: sold out @ Best Buy
Apple Watch 9 (GPS/41mm): was $399 now $299 @ Amazon
The Apple Watch 9 features a faster S9 chip for better performance, 4-core neural engine, and an 18-hour battery life. It also supports Apple Double Tap, a new gesture that can be used to answer/end a call, stop a timer, play/pause music, or dismiss an alarm. In our Apple Watch 9 review, we said the Editor's Choice watch got significant performance upgrades and remains the best smartwatch you can buy.
Price check: $299 @ Walmart | $399 @ Best Buy
Apple Watch Ultra 2: was $799 now $729 @ Amazon
The Apple Watch Ultra 2 sports plenty of big upgrades from its predecessor. They include a new S9 SiP processor with 5.6 billion transistors, 30% faster GPU, and 4-core neural engines that can power machine learning two times faster than Apple Watch Series 8. It also boasts a brighter (3,000 nits) display. In our Apple Watch Ultra 2 review, we said it's the ultimate Apple Watch.
Price check: $799 @ Best Buy | $799 @ Target
iPads
10.2" iPad (WiFi/64GB): was $329 now $199 @ Amazon
The 10.2-inch iPad features Apple's A13 Bionic CPU, a 12MP front camera, and 64GB of storage (instead of 32GB like its predecessor). You also get support for Center Stage, which uses machine learning to adjust the front-facing camera during FaceTime video calls. In our iPad 10.2-inch review, we called it a solid tablet with a great screen, smooth performance, and good battery life for a reasonable price.
Price check: $199 @ Best Buy
10.9" iPad (WiFi/64GB): was $349 now $321 @ Amazon
The 10th Gen iPad features a large 10.9-inch (2360 x 1640) screen, A14 Bionic CPU, 12MP rear/front cameras, USB-C connectivity, and Magic Keyboard Folio ($249) support. Although it received a considerable price increase from its predecessor, it's now on sale. In our iPad 10th Gen review, we said it delivers almost everything you could want in a modern tablet.
Price check: $349 @ Best Buy
8.3" iPad mini (WiFi/64GB): was $499 now $389 @ Amazon
The Editor's Choice iPad mini features a thin-bezel design, a larger 8.3.inch Liquid Retina display, A15 Bionic CPU, 12MP wide camera, and USB-C connectivity. It also works with the Apple Pencil 2. In our iPad mini 6 review, we called it a perfect fit for anyone looking for a one-handed tablet experience for reading books or watching movies.
Price check: $399 @ Best Buy
11" iPad Air (WiFi/128GB): was $599 now $565 @ Amazon
The iPad Air packs Apple's M2 processor, an 11-inch LED (2360 x 1640) display, 128GB of storage, 12MP rear camera, and a new landscape-oriented 12MP front camera. You also get faster WiFi 6E support. In our iPad Air review, we said it brings impressive performance and power efficiency to a premium, sleek package.
Price check: $599 @ Best Buy
13" iPad Air (M2): was $799 now $735 @ Amazon
The 2024 iPad Air comes in two sizes. This larger size sports the same M2 processor, but it's coupled with a 13-inch LED (2732 x 2048) display. You also get 128GB of storage, 12MP rear camera, WiFi 6E support, and a new landscape-oriented 12MP front camera. In our iPad Air 2024 review, we said it brings impressive performance and power efficiency to a premium, sleek package.
11" iPad Pro (WiFi/256GB): was $999 now $899 @ Amazon
The 11-inch iPad Pro packs Apple's M4 processor paired with a stunning 11-inch Tandem OLED (2420 x 1668) display. The M4 processor features 9 CPU cores and 10 GPU cores. In our iPad Pro 2024 review we said it could very well be the most stunning tablet ever made.
Price check: $949 @ B&H | $999 @ Best Buy
- AT&T: free iPhone 15 Pro w/ trade-in
- Amazon: iPads from $229
- Amazon: Apple Watch SE from $199, Series 9 from $299
- B&H Photo: up to $800 off MacBooks
- Best Buy: huge MacBook sale from $799
- Verizon: iPhones from $0/month with new line
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Millie is a Deals writer at Tom's Guide specializing in deals content. She also covers the latest tech news and and creates how-to articles about everything from phones, streaming devices, and headphones to apps and video games. In her spare time, she enjoys reading, gaming on her Nintendo Switch and creating digital art.