Yahoo News Apple Black Friday deals 2018: Best UK iPhone, Mac and watch offers on sale
What better excuse is there than Black Friday and Cyber Monday to stock up on the must-have Apple products for more affordable prices?
While Apple didn’t directly participate in any Black Friday discounts last year – instead, opting to reward customers with gift cards of up to £120 - there were a host of retailers, from John Lewis to Very, who offered competitive prices on everything from iPhones and Macs to watches. And they are expected to again this year.
But before we get to the day itself - 23 November, put it in your diary - there are a number of deals on Apple products already around. With the launch of the new iPhone XS, XR and XS Max, and a new watch series, now is the time to shop for those (slightly) older models on the market, with pleasingly slashed price tags.
Whether you are looking to upgrade your laptop, or are finally getting round to replacing your smashed up iPhone, we’ve compared different stockists to gather together the best Apple deals for you right now.
Not only that, but we have also decoded the Apple upgrade plan, as well as student discounts (you're welcome!).
Happy Shopping!
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iPhones
iPhone SE, 32GB
If you are looking for a new iPhone without the hefty price tag, the SE is ideal. It has a 12 megapixel camera with 4K video, a 4-inch Retina display and Touch ID for secure authentication and Apple Pay. The unlocked phone works with all major UK networks and is available for next day delivery. At a £100 discount, it is offered in rose gold, space grey, gold and silver.
£239 | Very | Buy it now
Apple iPhone 6s, 32GB
John Lewis are offering new lower prices for iPhones including the 6s that has a 4.7inch screen and 32GB of storage. This model's features include a 3D Touch Retina HD display, Siri, Apple Pay and TouchID as well as a 12-megapixel iSight camera. The phone is available in space grey, silver and gold.
£349 | John Lewis | Buy it now *On sale from £439
Apple iPhone 6s Plus, 32GB
Offered in gold, rose gold, silver and space grey, the 6s Plus is unsurprisingly a bigger version of the 6s, which makes it ideal for watching shows on Netflix or Amazon Prime on the go. It is power efficient with a 5.5-inch LED backlit Retina HD display and 12-megapixel camera.
£549 | Argos | Buy it now
Apple iPhone 7, 32GB
At twice the speed of iPhone 6, the power of the 7 should not be underestimated. It has great camera systems with a 12-megapixel primary and seven-megapixel front-facing camera as well as immersive stereo speakers, splash and water resistance. What’s more, the battery lasts two hours longer than the previous model.
£449 | John Lewis | Buy it now *On sale from £549
Apple iPhone 7 Plus, 32GB
The larger version of the iPhone 7, which has a 5.5-inch screen, makes it easier to work on the move. It features a water resistant enclosure, with an advanced camera system and is offered in black, silver and rose gold. Through John Lewis, there is also a two-year guarantee.
£569 | John Lewis | Buy it now *On sale from £649
Apple iPhone 8, 64GB
The iPhone 8 is made of the most durable glass Apple have designed so far. Not only that, but it's water and dust resistant too. This makes it the ideal model for those constantly dropping or breaking their phones. It features a 4.7-inch Retina HD display, 12-megapixel back camera and a seven-megapixel front camera. The phone also charges wirelessly.
£599 | Very | Buy it now *On sale from £699
Apple iPhone 8 Plus, 64GB
Much like the larger sized models that came before it, the iPhone 8 Plus has a 5.5-inch display. It is also water and dust resistant with a 12-megapixel wide-angle camera and a chic glass and aluminium design. It is more powerful than previous models and comes with a two-year guarantee.
£699 | John Lewis | Buy it now *On sale from £739
iPhone X, 256GB
The iPhone X is now available at its all-time lowest price on Very - which also offers next day delivery. The phone features an impressive camera with a host of must-have settings, an all-screen design with 5.8-inch Super Retina HD, is water resistant and has the capacity to wirelessly charge.
£999 | Very | Buy it now *On sale from £1149
MacBooks
Apple MacBook Air 13-inch
For a thin, light and durable laptop that does not sacrifice on performance, the MacBook Air is the one to go for. It features a 13-inch led display with 1440 x 900 pixel resolution and 128GB of storage. The device has all-day battery life, lasting around 12 hours with one charge, an HD front camera and a multi-touch trackpad.
£798 | Argos | Buy it now
MacBook Pro 13-inch
With an impressive £120 discount, this MacBook Pro 13-inch laptop is thin, light and therefore, ideal for workers on the go. It has a Touch Bar, Intel® Core i5, 8GB RAM and 512GB of storage. There is also the option to add MS Office 365 Home for an additional £60.
£1779 | Very | Buy it now *On sale from £1899
Apple MacBook Pro 15-inch
This MacBook Pro from John Lewis is on offer with a whopping £1,000 discount. The razor thin and extremely lightweight laptop has a Touch Bar, Intel Core i7, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD and Radeon Pro 555. It is available in silver and space grey and has a two-year guarantee included.
£1,999 | John Lewis | Buy it now *On sale from £2,199
Apple MacBook Air
With a 13.3-inch screen, an Intel Core i5 Processor and 8GB of storage, this is a great deal for the MacBook Air that even comes with a one-year warranty included.
£789.97 | Laptops Direct | Buy it now *On sale from £1,009.97
Apple MacBook 12" 2017
For an ultra-lightweight laptop that does not sacrifice on power, this MacBook is ideal. It features a Retina Display for razor-sharp picture and a 10-hour battery life. There is also 256GB of storage and it is available in both silver and space grey.
£1,249 | AO | Buy it now
Apple Watches
Apple Watch Series 3
The Apple Watch is the ideal health and fitness companion. Allowing you to opt in for low and high heart rate notifications, it enables you to stay connected to your iPhone, features GPS, and also has Cellular to answer texts. This 38mm option is available with a soft black sports strap.
£279 | Very | Buy it now
Apple Watch Series 3
This variation includes all the features the Apple Watch is loved for, including GPS, heart rate monitor and steps tracking with a Sapphie Crystal Glass for extra durability. With a stylish grey sports band, the screen is 42mm and it is water resistant up to 50 metres.
£309 | Currys | Buy it now *On sale from £359
Apple Watch Nike+
Created in collaboration with Nike, this Apple watch is the ultimate must-have in fitness tech. It is 70% faster than its predecessors, water resistant up to 50 metres, and lets you train with in-each instruction from the voice of a Nike+ Run Club coach for added motivation.
£279 | John Lewis | Buy it now
iPads
iPad, 32GB
This Wi-Fi iPad features a FaceTime HD camera, Touch ID, Apple Pay and an all-day battery life. With 32GB of storage and an 8-megpixel camera, it is ideal for snapping pics on the move. The screen is 9.7-inch and there is the option to add the Apple Pencil for £89.
£319 | Very | Buy it now
Apple iPad mini 4, 128GB
Small but powerful, this iPad mini is thinner and lighter than its predecessors. Available in space grey, silver and gold, it has a 7.9-inch screen, it is Wi-Fi compatible and John Lewis offer a three-year guarantee included in the price.
£399 | John Lewis | Buy it now
iPad, 32GB
This iPad from Currys is offered at the low price of £279. The device has an 8-megapixel iSight camera with an Apple A9 processor. Durable and portable, it is Wi-Fi compatible.
£279 | Currys | Buy it now *On sale from £299
iPad 6th Gen, 128GB
With 128GB of storage, you never need fear the dreaded 'Storage is Full' notification. Available in space grey, gold and silver, it features a 9.7-inch Multi-Touch Retina display, an 8-megapixel camera and all-day battery life.
£409 | Argos | Buy it now
Apple iPad mini 4, 128GB
Thin and light, the iPad mini is only 6.1mm and weighs just 299g making it easily portable and ideal for travelling. It has a 7.9-inch Retina display with an anti-reflective coating, Touch ID fingerprint, an 8-megapixel camera and a 10-hour battery life.
£499 | Littlewoods | Buy it now *On sale from £539.99
Student deals
With a valid UNiDAYS account, students, teachers and education workers can save on Apple Music, AppleCare Products and Apple Pencil as well as receiving free next day delivery if orders are placed before 7pm. We’ve gathered all the details...
Apple Mac
If you are searching for a new Apple Mac for your studies, Apple offer a 10% discount, which means up to £270 off. And that is not all... When purchasing your device, you receive a free pair of Beats Solo3 Wireless credit for your current device, and 20% off the AppleCare Protection Plan. There are different options available, including a 13 or 15-inch MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, MacBook, iMac, or iMac Pro.
From £1,124.40 for MacBook Pro | Apple | Buy it now
From £854.40 for MacBook Air | Apple | Buy it now
From £1,124.40 for MacBook | Apple | Buy it now
From £944.40 for iMac | Apple | Buy it now
From £4,408.80 for iMac Pro | Apple | Buy it now
iPad Pro
As part of the student discount offer, you can also get 5% off an iPad Pro. Choose between a 10.5 or 12.9-inch display, whether you need Wi-Fi or Wi-Fi and cellular, between silver, space grey, gold and rose gold and your storage needs from 64GB and 256GB, to 512GB. Alongside the iPad Pro, you will receive Powerbeats3 Wireless thrown in, an Apple Pencil at the lower cost of £80.40, and credit for your current device.
From £588 | Apple | Buy it now
Apps Bundle
Designed for creative students everywhere, the Apps Bundle is a cost-effective way to get all the programmes you need for your studies. It is made up of five industry-leading apps: Final Cut Pro X, Logic Pro X, Motion 5, Compressor 4 and MainStage 3, so that you have the creative tools you need to create music and films.
£199.99 | Apple | Buy it now
Apple Music
Have 50 million songs at the touch of a button with Apple Music - a cost-efficient way to listen to music when you are out and about. Students are able to subscribe to the streaming channel for only £4.99 a month.
iPhone Upgrade Programme
The iPhone Upgrade Programme allows you to get a brand new phone every year. It works as a phone-only contract where you pay from £41.45/month which includes AppleCare+ protection. The programme is a financing plan at 0% APR that lasts for 20 months but allows you to upgrade after 11. You will received an unlocked phone that you can used with a sim-only contract from any carrier. All you need is to take your personal information, bank details, valid ID and your current phone into an Apple store to make the switch.
Black Friday last year
Apple did not directly participate in Black Friday last year but instead offered gift cards of up to £120 when you bought one of their products. This did not stop other retailers providing big discounts, however.
At Mobiles.co.uk, they had a £10 off an iPhone X network deal at £47 per month with 26GB of data. While at Virgin Mobile, they were offering the iPhone 7 with 32GB of storage from just £19 per month. At Currys, you could get a bonus £50 off a 10.5"Apple iPad Pro and at Tesco Mobile, a 32GB iPhone 6s was put on sale at £24.99 per month, saving you £45 over 30 months.
