Black Friday has come and gone, so what's the next best opportunity for buying those gorgeous, efficient Apple products at low, low prices? Christmas and Year-end sales.
Big discounts on these premium tech devices may be announced out of the blue or at certain times of the year - something that will require diligent daily checks at your favorite outlets or online stores (and something that can get quite hassling after a while).
However, there is a way to buy Apple devices at lower-than-usual rates no matter what time of the year. We'll get to that in a bit. First, let's talk about the best places for buying iPads, iPods, and MacBooks at prices that will make your credit card or bank account clap with joy.
Online Sellers
If you're a student or working in the education sector, take advantage of Apple's education pricing offer. If you're a parent of a university student, you can still benefit from the "up to $200" discount off brand new Macs at the Apple Store, where you can also find lower-priced Apple products in the special deals section. There are refurbished devices that are said to be "up to Apple's tough quality standards."
MacMall is another good alternative, according to Mac.Blorge. The e-store offers free shipping sales and deals that can shave as much as $59 off the retail price. You can also get similar discounts on MacBooks on Amazon.
NewEgg.com is also worth checking out as they offer discounts that go up to $200, as well as free shipping for some Apple products. No stock for a certain model? Run to Best Buy, they might have just the product you need (plus similar low-price deals).
Offline Options
You can get a good deal from a friend or relative seeking to unload a slightly used or duplicate Apple device. You can also do the rounds at Staples or Radio Shack stores - sometimes they shave off a couple of bucks from their Apple stock.
Money-Saving Strategies
Dealnews, according to Lifehacker, recommends buying from authorized resellers instead (unless you're fine with a refurbished model). In addition, the site advises that you don't buy the coveted Apple goodie right on the day of its release. Wait a couple of days, weeks, or months to get better prices. Even a 24-hour wait can make a $49 difference for certain Apple products.
Still not done with your Christmas shopping? Go and check out the latest deals on iPads, iPhones, MacBooks, and iPods right now!
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