Apple Captures 65% of Global Premium Smartphone Market
Apple captured 65% of the global premium smartphone market in the first half of 2026, as the wider premium segment's share of overall smartphone sales climbed to a record 29%. That's according to Counterpoint Research's Handset Model Sales Tracker, which tracks smartphones with a wholesale average selling price of $600 or more. Apple's premium segment revenue grew 9% year-over-year in the first half of 2026, which Counterpoint attributed to strong sales of the iPhone 17 lineup, particularly the base model. Even with that growth, Apple's share of the premium segment has slipped from 74% in the first half of 2022. Counterpoint pins the decline on intensifying competition in China, the largest premium smartphone market, where Huawei, Xiaomi, OPPO, and vivo have all sharpened their flagship offerings, pulling more Chinese consumers toward domestic premium brands. Across the broader premium segment, unit sales grew 5% year-over-year in the first half of 2026, with the segment's overall market share up from 25% in the first half of 2025 and 20% in the first half of 2022. Counterpoint says the latest gains stem largely from rising memory and component costs, which have hit low- and mid-tier phones harder than flagship models. Premium brands, including Apple, were better positioned to absorb the higher costs through wider margins and fewer promotions, helping sustain demand even as the broader market grew more challenging. The share gains between the first half of 2022 and the first half of 2025, by contrast, were driven mainly by a broader premiumization trend as consumers traded up to higher-end devices. Counterpoint Research said the narrowing price gap between mid-tier and premium phones is accelerating that shift, making flagship devices, including older or discounted iPhones, a more attractive upgrade for consumers: As mid-segment Android smartphone prices rise, the price gap with premium devices, especially older or discounted flagship models, is narrowing. This trend makes flagship smartphones a better upgrade option for consumers. To support this shift, OEMs are expanding financing, trade-in and buyback programs to improve affordability. Samsung has also expanded its Galaxy Forever program to several markets to make flagship devices more accessible. Samsung remains the only other brand in Apple's league, holding 19% of the premium segment after 3% year-over-year growth, despite a later launch for the Galaxy S26 series. Behind the two leaders, Chinese brands showed the sharpest growth off a much smaller base: OPPO grew 69% on the strength of its Find X9 series, while vivo grew 20% as the X300 series outperformed its predecessor. Counterpoint expects Apple to keep its lead alongside Samsung, citing Apple's strength in developed markets, its integrated ecosystem, and its brand value, even as Huawei and Xiaomi are seen as well positioned to keep gaining share in China. Counterpoint added that premiumization "will be the key strategy in the smartphone industry as the focus shifts from shipment volumes to value and profit maximization."Tag: CounterpointThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Apple Captures 65% of Global Premium Smartphone Market
Apple captured 65% of the global premium smartphone market in the first half of 2026, as the wider premium segment's share of overall smartphone sales climbed to a record 29%. That's according to Counterpoint Research's Handset Model Sales Tracker, which tracks smartphones with a wholesale average selling price of $600 or more. Apple's premium segment revenue grew 9% year-over-year in the first half of 2026, which Counterpoint attributed to strong sales of the iPhone 17 lineup, particularly the base model. Even with that growth, Apple's share of the premium segment has slipped from 74% in the first half of 2022. Counterpoint pins the decline on intensifying competition in China, the largest premium smartphone market, where Huawei, Xiaomi, OPPO, and vivo have all sharpened their flagship offerings, pulling more Chinese consumers toward domestic premium brands. Across the broader premium segment, unit sales grew 5% year-over-year in the first half of 2026, with the segment's overall market share up from 25% in the first half of 2025 and 20% in the first half of 2022. Counterpoint says the latest gains stem largely from rising memory and component costs, which have hit low- and mid-tier phones harder than flagship models. Premium brands, including Apple, were better positioned to absorb the higher costs through wider margins and fewer promotions, helping sustain demand even as the broader market grew more challenging. The share gains between the first half of 2022 and the first half of 2025, by contrast, were driven mainly by a broader premiumization trend as consumers traded up to higher-end devices. Counterpoint Research said the narrowing price gap between mid-tier and premium phones is accelerating that shift, making flagship devices, including older or discounted iPhones, a more attractive upgrade for consumers: As mid-segment Android smartphone prices rise, the price gap with premium devices, especially older or discounted flagship models, is narrowing. This trend makes flagship smartphones a better upgrade option for consumers. To support this shift, OEMs are expanding financing, trade-in and buyback programs to improve affordability. Samsung has also expanded its Galaxy Forever program to several markets to make flagship devices more accessible. Samsung remains the only other brand in Apple's league, holding 19% of the premium segment after 3% year-over-year growth, despite a later launch for the Galaxy S26 series. Behind the two leaders, Chinese brands showed the sharpest growth off a much smaller base: OPPO grew 69% on the strength of its Find X9 series, while vivo grew 20% as the X300 series outperformed its predecessor. Counterpoint expects Apple to keep its lead alongside Samsung, citing Apple's strength in developed markets, its integrated ecosystem, and its brand value, even as Huawei and Xiaomi are seen as well positioned to keep gaining share in China. Counterpoint added that premiumization "will be the key strategy in the smartphone industry as the focus shifts from shipment volumes to value and profit maximization."Tag: CounterpointThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Apple Captures 65% of Global Premium Smartphone Market
Apple captured 65% of the global premium smartphone market in the first half of 2026, as the wider premium segment's share of overall smartphone sales climbed to a record 29%. That's according to Counterpoint Research's Handset Model Sales Tracker, which tracks smartphones with a wholesale average selling price of $600 or more. Apple's premium segment revenue grew 9% year-over-year in the first half of 2026, which Counterpoint attributed to strong sales of the iPhone 17 lineup, particularly the base model. Even with that growth, Apple's share of the premium segment has slipped from 74% in the first half of 2022. Counterpoint pins the decline on intensifying competition in China, the largest premium smartphone market, where Huawei, Xiaomi, OPPO, and vivo have all sharpened their flagship offerings, pulling more Chinese consumers toward domestic premium brands. Across the broader premium segment, unit sales grew 5% year-over-year in the first half of 2026, with the segment's overall market share up from 25% in the first half of 2025 and 20% in the first half of 2022. Counterpoint says the latest gains stem largely from rising memory and component costs, which have hit low- and mid-tier phones harder than flagship models. Premium brands, including Apple, were better positioned to absorb the higher costs through wider margins and fewer promotions, helping sustain demand even as the broader market grew more challenging. The share gains between the first half of 2022 and the first half of 2025, by contrast, were driven mainly by a broader premiumization trend as consumers traded up to higher-end devices. Counterpoint Research said the narrowing price gap between mid-tier and premium phones is accelerating that shift, making flagship devices, including older or discounted iPhones, a more attractive upgrade for consumers: As mid-segment Android smartphone prices rise, the price gap with premium devices, especially older or discounted flagship models, is narrowing. This trend makes flagship smartphones a better upgrade option for consumers. To support this shift, OEMs are expanding financing, trade-in and buyback programs to improve affordability. Samsung has also expanded its Galaxy Forever program to several markets to make flagship devices more accessible. Samsung remains the only other brand in Apple's league, holding 19% of the premium segment after 3% year-over-year growth, despite a later launch for the Galaxy S26 series. Behind the two leaders, Chinese brands showed the sharpest growth off a much smaller base: OPPO grew 69% on the strength of its Find X9 series, while vivo grew 20% as the X300 series outperformed its predecessor. Counterpoint expects Apple to keep its lead alongside Samsung, citing Apple's strength in developed markets, its integrated ecosystem, and its brand value, even as Huawei and Xiaomi are seen as well positioned to keep gaining share in China. Counterpoint added that premiumization "will be the key strategy in the smartphone industry as the focus shifts from shipment volumes to value and profit maximization."Tag: CounterpointThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Apple Testing iOS 26.6.1 Update for iPhones
Apple's software engineers are internally testing iOS 26.6.1, according to the MacRumors visitor logs. Apple already released macOS 26.6.1 yesterday with a fix for a security vulnerability affecting the Screen Sharing app. iOS 26.6.1 would likely include bug fixes and/or security fixes as well, should Apple move forward with releasing the update in the coming days. For example, iOS 26.6 appears to have introduced a bug in the Shortcuts app, so hopefully that would be addressed in iOS 26.6.1.Related Roundups: iOS 26, iPadOS 26Related Forum: iOS 26This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Apple Testing iOS 26.6.1 Update for iPhones
Apple's software engineers are internally testing iOS 26.6.1, according to the MacRumors visitor logs. Apple already released macOS 26.6.1 yesterday with a fix for a security vulnerability affecting the Screen Sharing app. iOS 26.6.1 would likely include bug fixes and/or security fixes as well, should Apple move forward with releasing the update in the coming days. For example, iOS 26.6 appears to have introduced a bug in the Shortcuts app, so hopefully that would be addressed in iOS 26.6.1.Related Roundups: iOS 26, iPadOS 26Related Forum: iOS 26This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Apple Testing iOS 26.6.1 Update for iPhones
Apple's software engineers are internally testing iOS 26.6.1, according to the MacRumors visitor logs. Apple already released macOS 26.6.1 yesterday with a fix for a security vulnerability affecting the Screen Sharing app. iOS 26.6.1 would likely include bug fixes and/or security fixes as well, should Apple move forward with releasing the update in the coming days. For example, iOS 26.6 appears to have introduced a bug in the Shortcuts app, so hopefully that would be addressed in iOS 26.6.1.Related Roundups: iOS 26, iPadOS 26Related Forum: iOS 26This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Apple Testing iOS 26.6.1 Update for iPhones
Apple's software engineers are internally testing iOS 26.6.1, according to the MacRumors visitor logs. Apple already released macOS 26.6.1 yesterday with a fix for a security vulnerability affecting the Screen Sharing app. iOS 26.6.1 would likely include bug fixes and/or security fixes as well, should Apple move forward with releasing the update in the coming days. For example, iOS 26.6 appears to have introduced a bug in the Shortcuts app, so hopefully that would be addressed in iOS 26.6.1.Related Roundups: iOS 26, iPadOS 26Related Forum: iOS 26This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Apple Testing iOS 26.6.1 Update for iPhones
Apple's software engineers are internally testing iOS 26.6.1, according to the MacRumors visitor logs. Apple already released macOS 26.6.1 yesterday with a fix for a security vulnerability affecting the Screen Sharing app. iOS 26.6.1 would likely include bug fixes and/or security fixes as well, should Apple move forward with releasing the update in the coming days. For example, iOS 26.6 appears to have introduced a bug in the Shortcuts app, so hopefully that would be addressed in iOS 26.6.1.Related Roundups: iOS 26, iPadOS 26Related Forum: iOS 26This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Apple Testing iOS 26.6.1 Update for iPhones
Apple's software engineers are internally testing iOS 26.6.1, according to the MacRumors visitor logs. Apple already released macOS 26.6.1 yesterday with a fix for a security vulnerability affecting the Screen Sharing app. iOS 26.6.1 would likely include bug fixes and/or security fixes as well, should Apple move forward with releasing the update in the coming days. For example, iOS 26.6 appears to have introduced a bug in the Shortcuts app, so hopefully that would be addressed in iOS 26.6.1.Related Roundups: iOS 26, iPadOS 26Related Forum: iOS 26This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Apple Testing iOS 26.6.1 Update for iPhones
Apple's software engineers are internally testing iOS 26.6.1, according to the MacRumors visitor logs. Apple already released macOS 26.6.1 yesterday with a fix for a security vulnerability affecting the Screen Sharing app. iOS 26.6.1 would likely include bug fixes and/or security fixes as well, should Apple move forward with releasing the update in the coming days. For example, iOS 26.6 appears to have introduced a bug in the Shortcuts app, so hopefully that would be addressed in iOS 26.6.1.Related Roundups: iOS 26, iPadOS 26Related Forum: iOS 26This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Apple Testing iOS 26.6.1 Update for iPhones
Apple's software engineers are internally testing iOS 26.6.1, according to the MacRumors visitor logs. Apple already released macOS 26.6.1 yesterday with a fix for a security vulnerability affecting the Screen Sharing app. iOS 26.6.1 would likely include bug fixes and/or security fixes as well, should Apple move forward with releasing the update in the coming days. For example, iOS 26.6 appears to have introduced a bug in the Shortcuts app, so hopefully that would be addressed in iOS 26.6.1.Related Roundups: iOS 26, iPadOS 26Related Forum: iOS 26This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Apple Testing iOS 26.6.1 Update for iPhones
Apple's software engineers are internally testing iOS 26.6.1, according to the MacRumors visitor logs. Apple already released macOS 26.6.1 yesterday with a fix for a security vulnerability affecting the Screen Sharing app. iOS 26.6.1 would likely include bug fixes and/or security fixes as well, should Apple move forward with releasing the update in the coming days. For example, iOS 26.6 appears to have introduced a bug in the Shortcuts app, so hopefully that would be addressed in iOS 26.6.1.Related Roundups: iOS 26, iPadOS 26Related Forum: iOS 26This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Apple Testing iOS 26.6.1 Update for iPhones
Apple's software engineers are internally testing iOS 26.6.1, according to the MacRumors visitor logs. Apple already released macOS 26.6.1 yesterday with a fix for a security vulnerability affecting the Screen Sharing app. iOS 26.6.1 would likely include bug fixes and/or security fixes as well, should Apple move forward with releasing the update in the coming days. For example, iOS 26.6 appears to have introduced a bug in the Shortcuts app, so hopefully that would be addressed in iOS 26.6.1.Related Roundups: iOS 26, iPadOS 26Related Forum: iOS 26This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Apple Testing iOS 26.6.1 Update for iPhones
Apple's software engineers are internally testing iOS 26.6.1, according to the MacRumors visitor logs. Apple already released macOS 26.6.1 yesterday with a fix for a security vulnerability affecting the Screen Sharing app. iOS 26.6.1 would likely include bug fixes and/or security fixes as well, should Apple move forward with releasing the update in the coming days. For example, iOS 26.6 appears to have introduced a bug in the Shortcuts app, so hopefully that would be addressed in iOS 26.6.1.Related Roundups: iOS 26, iPadOS 26Related Forum: iOS 26This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Apple Testing iOS 26.6.1 Update for iPhones
Apple's software engineers are internally testing iOS 26.6.1, according to the MacRumors visitor logs. Apple already released macOS 26.6.1 yesterday with a fix for a security vulnerability affecting the Screen Sharing app. iOS 26.6.1 would likely include bug fixes and/or security fixes as well, should Apple move forward with releasing the update in the coming days. For example, iOS 26.6 appears to have introduced a bug in the Shortcuts app, so hopefully that would be addressed in iOS 26.6.1.Related Roundups: iOS 26, iPadOS 26Related Forum: iOS 26This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Apple Testing iOS 26.6.1 Update for iPhones
Apple's software engineers are internally testing iOS 26.6.1, according to the MacRumors visitor logs. Apple already released macOS 26.6.1 yesterday with a fix for a security vulnerability affecting the Screen Sharing app. iOS 26.6.1 would likely include bug fixes and/or security fixes as well, should Apple move forward with releasing the update in the coming days. For example, iOS 26.6 appears to have introduced a bug in the Shortcuts app, so hopefully that would be addressed in iOS 26.6.1.Related Roundups: iOS 26, iPadOS 26Related Forum: iOS 26This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Apple Testing iOS 26.6.1 Update for iPhones
Apple's software engineers are internally testing iOS 26.6.1, according to the MacRumors visitor logs. Apple already released macOS 26.6.1 yesterday with a fix for a security vulnerability affecting the Screen Sharing app. iOS 26.6.1 would likely include bug fixes and/or security fixes as well, should Apple move forward with releasing the update in the coming days. For example, iOS 26.6 appears to have introduced a bug in the Shortcuts app, so hopefully that would be addressed in iOS 26.6.1.Related Roundups: iOS 26, iPadOS 26Related Forum: iOS 26This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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Apple Testing iOS 26.6.1 Update for iPhones
Apple's software engineers are internally testing iOS 26.6.1, according to the MacRumors visitor logs. Apple already released macOS 26.6.1 yesterday with a fix for a security vulnerability affecting the Screen Sharing app. iOS 26.6.1 would likely include bug fixes and/or security fixes as well, should Apple move forward with releasing the update in the coming days. For example, iOS 26.6 appears to have introduced a bug in the Shortcuts app, so hopefully that would be addressed in iOS 26.6.1.Related Roundups: iOS 26, iPadOS 26Related Forum: iOS 26This article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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AirPods Pro 3 for $189.99, $25 Best Buy Gift Card With MacBook Neo, and More Apple Deals This Week
Some of the best Apple deals of the summer arrived this week, including the AirPods Pro 3 for $189.99, up to $500 off select MacBook Pro models, and the lowest iPad Air prices since Apple's price hike. Additionally, you'll find a solid offer on the MacBook Neo at Best Buy this weekend. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with some of these vendors. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running. AirPods What's the deal? Take $100 off AirPods Max 2, $59 off AirPods Pro 3, and more Where can I get it? Amazon Where can I find the original deal? Right here $59 OFFAirPods Pro 3 for $189.99 $100 OFFAirPods Max 2 for $449.00 Amazon this week had a big collection of discounts across the AirPods lineup, highlighted by the AirPods Pro 3 on sale for $189.99, down from $249.00. This is now the best price we've seen on the AirPods Pro 3 since Prime Day, and one of the overall best prices we've tracked so far in 2026, and it's accompanied by a solid deal on the AirPods 4 and AirPods Max 2. MacBook Neo What's the deal? Get a $25 Best Buy gift card with purchase Where can I get it? Best Buy $25 GIFT CARDMacBook Neo at Best Buy Best Buy recently kicked off a new Apple shopping event, with a few solid deals across products including AirPods, iPads, and more. One of the best offers during the event is on the MacBook Neo, which isn't discounted itself, but when you purchase any model you'll get a $25 Best Buy digital gift card. MacBook Pro What's the deal? Take up to $500 off 2026 MacBook Pro Where can I get it? Amazon Where can I find the original deal? Right here $239 OFF14-inch M5 Pro MacBook Pro (24GB/1TB) for $2,259.99 $500 OFF14-inch M5 Pro MacBook Pro (15-Core/24GB/2TB) for $2,499.00 $240 OFF16-inch M5 Pro MacBook Pro (24GB/1TB) for $2,758.49 $300 OFF16-inch M5 Pro MacBook Pro (48GB/1TB) for $3,299.00 Amazon has kept discounting Apple's 2026 MacBook Pro in recent days, with steep markdowns available for both 14-inch and 16-inch devices. We're still tracking solid deals on every model of this computer, with up to $500 available on select models. iPad Air What's the deal? Take up to $69 off M4 iPad Air Where can I get it? Amazon Where can I find the original deal? Right here $59 OFF11-inch M4 iPad Air (128GB Wi-Fi) for $689.99 $69 OFF13-inch M4 iPad Air (128GB Wi-Fi) for $879.99 $69 OFF13-inch M4 iPad Air (256GB Wi-Fi) for $979.99 Amazon this week has brought back notable discounts on the M4 iPad Air, with a trio of markdowns on the tablet. This includes both 11-inch and 13-inch models of the brand new 2026 M4 iPad Air. Apple Watch Series 11 What's the deal? Take $100 off Apple Watch Series 11 and Ultra 2 Where can I get it? Amazon Where can I find the original deal? Right here $100 OFFApple Watch Series 11 (42mm GPS) for $299.00 $100 OFFApple Watch Series 11 (46mm GPS) for $329.00 $99 OFFApple Watch Ultra 3 for $699.99 Amazon this week has low prices on the Apple Watch Series 11 and Ultra 2, with $100 discounts across numerous models of the smartwatches. This sale includes a handful of 42mm and 46mm GPS Series 11 aluminum models, but cellular devices are a bit more rare this time around. If you're on the hunt for more discounts, be sure to visit our Apple Deals roundup where we recap the best Apple-related bargains of the past week. Deals Newsletter Interested in hearing more about the best deals you can find in 2026? Sign up for our Deals Newsletter and we'll keep you updated so you don't miss the biggest deals of the season! Related Roundup: Apple DealsThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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AirPods Pro 3 for $189.99, $25 Best Buy Gift Card With MacBook Neo, and More Apple Deals This Week
Some of the best Apple deals of the summer arrived this week, including the AirPods Pro 3 for $189.99, up to $500 off select MacBook Pro models, and the lowest iPad Air prices since Apple's price hike. Additionally, you'll find a solid offer on the MacBook Neo at Best Buy this weekend. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with some of these vendors. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running. AirPods What's the deal? Take $100 off AirPods Max 2, $59 off AirPods Pro 3, and more Where can I get it? Amazon Where can I find the original deal? Right here $59 OFFAirPods Pro 3 for $189.99 $100 OFFAirPods Max 2 for $449.00 Amazon this week had a big collection of discounts across the AirPods lineup, highlighted by the AirPods Pro 3 on sale for $189.99, down from $249.00. This is now the best price we've seen on the AirPods Pro 3 since Prime Day, and one of the overall best prices we've tracked so far in 2026, and it's accompanied by a solid deal on the AirPods 4 and AirPods Max 2. MacBook Neo What's the deal? Get a $25 Best Buy gift card with purchase Where can I get it? Best Buy $25 GIFT CARDMacBook Neo at Best Buy Best Buy recently kicked off a new Apple shopping event, with a few solid deals across products including AirPods, iPads, and more. One of the best offers during the event is on the MacBook Neo, which isn't discounted itself, but when you purchase any model you'll get a $25 Best Buy digital gift card. MacBook Pro What's the deal? Take up to $500 off 2026 MacBook Pro Where can I get it? Amazon Where can I find the original deal? Right here $239 OFF14-inch M5 Pro MacBook Pro (24GB/1TB) for $2,259.99 $500 OFF14-inch M5 Pro MacBook Pro (15-Core/24GB/2TB) for $2,499.00 $240 OFF16-inch M5 Pro MacBook Pro (24GB/1TB) for $2,758.49 $300 OFF16-inch M5 Pro MacBook Pro (48GB/1TB) for $3,299.00 Amazon has kept discounting Apple's 2026 MacBook Pro in recent days, with steep markdowns available for both 14-inch and 16-inch devices. We're still tracking solid deals on every model of this computer, with up to $500 available on select models. iPad Air What's the deal? Take up to $69 off M4 iPad Air Where can I get it? Amazon Where can I find the original deal? Right here $59 OFF11-inch M4 iPad Air (128GB Wi-Fi) for $689.99 $69 OFF13-inch M4 iPad Air (128GB Wi-Fi) for $879.99 $69 OFF13-inch M4 iPad Air (256GB Wi-Fi) for $979.99 Amazon this week has brought back notable discounts on the M4 iPad Air, with a trio of markdowns on the tablet. This includes both 11-inch and 13-inch models of the brand new 2026 M4 iPad Air. Apple Watch Series 11 What's the deal? Take $100 off Apple Watch Series 11 and Ultra 2 Where can I get it? Amazon Where can I find the original deal? Right here $100 OFFApple Watch Series 11 (42mm GPS) for $299.00 $100 OFFApple Watch Series 11 (46mm GPS) for $329.00 $99 OFFApple Watch Ultra 3 for $699.99 Amazon this week has low prices on the Apple Watch Series 11 and Ultra 2, with $100 discounts across numerous models of the smartwatches. This sale includes a handful of 42mm and 46mm GPS Series 11 aluminum models, but cellular devices are a bit more rare this time around. If you're on the hunt for more discounts, be sure to visit our Apple Deals roundup where we recap the best Apple-related bargains of the past week. Deals Newsletter Interested in hearing more about the best deals you can find in 2026? Sign up for our Deals Newsletter and we'll keep you updated so you don't miss the biggest deals of the season! Related Roundup: Apple DealsThis article, "" first appeared on MacRumors.comDiscuss this article in our forums

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SJC (San Jose) on 2026-08-07
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Aug 7, 08:00 - 14:00 UTC Aug 6, 08:50 UTC Scheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in SJC (San Jose) datacenter on 2026-08-07 between 08:00 and 14:00 UTC.Traffic might be re-routed from this location, hence there is a possibility of a slight increase in latency during this maintenance window for end-users in the affected region. For PNI / CNI customers connecting with us in this location, please make sure you are expecting this traffic to fail over elsewhere during this maintenance window as network interfaces in this datacentre may become temporarily unavailable.You can now subscribe to these notifications via Cloudflare dashboard and receive these updates directly via email, PagerDuty and webhooks (based on your plan): https://developers.cloudflare.com/notifications/notification-available/#cloudflare-status.

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SJC (San Jose) on 2026-08-06
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Aug 6, 08:00 - 16:00 UTC Aug 6, 04:30 UTC Scheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in SJC (San Jose) datacenter on 2026-08-06 between 08:00 and 16:00 UTC.Traffic might be re-routed from this location, hence there is a possibility of a slight increase in latency during this maintenance window for end-users in the affected region. For PNI / CNI customers connecting with us in this location, please make sure you are expecting this traffic to fail over elsewhere during this maintenance window as network interfaces in this datacentre may become temporarily unavailable.You can now subscribe to these notifications via Cloudflare dashboard and receive these updates directly via email, PagerDuty and webhooks (based on your plan): https://developers.cloudflare.com/notifications/notification-available/#cloudflare-status.

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Issues with Vimeo Create services
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MIA (Miami) on 2026-08-05
Aug 5, 16:15 UTC In progress - Scheduled maintenance is currently in progress. We will provide updates as necessary. Aug 5, 16:00 UTC Scheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in MIA (Miami) datacenter between 2026-08-05 16:15 and 2026-08-08 03:45 UTC.Traffic might be re-routed from this location, hence there is a possibility of a slight increase in latency during this maintenance window for end-users in the affected region. For PNI / CNI customers connecting with us in this location, please make sure you are expecting this traffic to fail over elsewhere during this maintenance window as network interfaces in this datacentre may become temporarily unavailable.You can now subscribe to these notifications via Cloudflare dashboard and receive these updates directly via email, PagerDuty and webhooks (based on your plan): https://developers.cloudflare.com/notifications/notification-available/#cloudflare-status.

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Web Analytics Configuration issues
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Cloudflare Gateway Email List policy issues
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THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Aug 12, 05:00 - 11:00 UTC Aug 5, 13:10 UTC Scheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in IAD (Ashburn) datacenter on 2026-08-12 between 05:00 and 11:00 UTC.Traffic might be re-routed from this location, hence there is a possibility of a slight increase in latency during this maintenance window for end-users in the affected region. For PNI / CNI customers connecting with us in this location, please make sure you are expecting this traffic to fail over elsewhere during this maintenance window as network interfaces in this datacentre may become temporarily unavailable.You can now subscribe to these notifications via Cloudflare dashboard and receive these updates directly via email, PagerDuty and webhooks (based on your plan): https://developers.cloudflare.com/notifications/notification-available/#cloudflare-status.

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THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Aug 10, 10:00 UTC  -  Aug 11, 06:00 UTC Aug 5, 13:00 UTC Scheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in IAD (Ashburn) datacenter between 2026-08-10 10:00 and 2026-08-11 06:00 UTC.Traffic might be re-routed from this location, hence there is a possibility of a slight increase in latency during this maintenance window for end-users in the affected region. For PNI / CNI customers connecting with us in this location, please make sure you are expecting this traffic to fail over elsewhere during this maintenance window as network interfaces in this datacentre may become temporarily unavailable.You can now subscribe to these notifications via Cloudflare dashboard and receive these updates directly via email, PagerDuty and webhooks (based on your plan): https://developers.cloudflare.com/notifications/notification-available/#cloudflare-status.

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THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Aug 10, 10:00 UTC  -  Aug 11, 06:00 UTC Aug 5, 13:00 UTC Scheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in IAD (Ashburn) datacenter between 2026-08-10 10:00 and 2026-08-11 06:00 UTC.Traffic might be re-routed from this location, hence there is a possibility of a slight increase in latency during this maintenance window for end-users in the affected region. For PNI / CNI customers connecting with us in this location, please make sure you are expecting this traffic to fail over elsewhere during this maintenance window as network interfaces in this datacentre may become temporarily unavailable.You can now subscribe to these notifications via Cloudflare dashboard and receive these updates directly via email, PagerDuty and webhooks (based on your plan): https://developers.cloudflare.com/notifications/notification-available/#cloudflare-status.

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IAD (Ashburn) on 2026-08-10
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Aug 10, 10:00 UTC  -  Aug 11, 06:00 UTC Aug 5, 13:00 UTC Scheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance in IAD (Ashburn) datacenter between 2026-08-10 10:00 and 2026-08-11 06:00 UTC.Traffic might be re-routed from this location, hence there is a possibility of a slight increase in latency during this maintenance window for end-users in the affected region. For PNI / CNI customers connecting with us in this location, please make sure you are expecting this traffic to fail over elsewhere during this maintenance window as network interfaces in this datacentre may become temporarily unavailable.You can now subscribe to these notifications via Cloudflare dashboard and receive these updates directly via email, PagerDuty and webhooks (based on your plan): https://developers.cloudflare.com/notifications/notification-available/#cloudflare-status.

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Maintenance for core backend database systems (cfdb)
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Aug 29, 08:55 - 11:05 UTC Aug 5, 08:57 UTC Scheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance on core backend database systems on 2026-08-29, in two back-to-back windows, as part of an ongoing database upgrade to improve performance, security, and reliability.09:00–10:00 UTC — Zone & account configuration: Configuration write operations made via the Dashboard, API, or tools such as Terraform may fail for up to 3 minutes. This includes:Zone management (creating, updating, deleting zones)Zone settings (security level, SSL mode, caching, and other zone-level config)SSL/TLS certificate managementPage RulesFirewall RulesLoad Balancing configuration10:00–11:00 UTC — Identity & access management (IAM): Configuration write operations made via the Dashboard or API may fail for up to 3 minutes. This includes:User & membership management (inviting or removing members)Role & permission changesAPI token & credential management (creating or revoking tokens and keys)Resource Group changesOAuth authorization & consent flows (granting third-party app access)SSO & SCIM provisioning - automated user provisioning from your identity providerThe Cloudflare network will continue to proxy traffic and nameservers will continue to respond to DNS queries throughout this maintenance. Read-only operations, existing configurations, and existing access are not affected.We will post updates on this page before, during, and after each window.

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Maintenance for core backend database systems (cfdb)
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Aug 29, 08:55 - 11:05 UTC Aug 5, 08:57 UTC Scheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance on core backend database systems on 2026-08-29, in two back-to-back windows, as part of an ongoing database upgrade to improve performance, security, and reliability.09:00–10:00 UTC — Zone & account configuration: Configuration write operations made via the Dashboard, API, or tools such as Terraform may fail for up to 3 minutes. This includes:Zone management (creating, updating, deleting zones)Zone settings (security level, SSL mode, caching, and other zone-level config)SSL/TLS certificate managementPage RulesFirewall RulesLoad Balancing configuration10:00–11:00 UTC — Identity & access management (IAM): Configuration write operations made via the Dashboard or API may fail for up to 3 minutes. This includes:User & membership management (inviting or removing members)Role & permission changesAPI token & credential management (creating or revoking tokens and keys)Resource Group changesOAuth authorization & consent flows (granting third-party app access)SSO & SCIM provisioning - automated user provisioning from your identity providerThe Cloudflare network will continue to proxy traffic and nameservers will continue to respond to DNS queries throughout this maintenance. Read-only operations, existing configurations, and existing access are not affected.We will post updates on this page before, during, and after each window.

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Cloudflare Workers and Pages Assets Uploads issues
Aug 5, 08:26 UTC Monitoring - A fix has been implemented and we are monitoring the results. Aug 5, 08:15 UTC Identified - The issue has been identified and a fix is being implemented. Aug 5, 08:02 UTC Investigating - Cloudflare is investigating an issue where uploads for Pages and Workers Assets have reduced availability. We are working to analyse and mitigate this problem. More updates to follow shortly.

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Managed Challenge Issues in China
Aug 5, 04:17 UTC Investigating - Cloudflare is investigating an increased Managed Challenge errors in China. Other regions are unaffected.We are working to analyse and mitigate this problem. More updates to follow shortly.

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Scheduled maintenance for the SMS service
THIS IS A SCHEDULED EVENT Aug 5, 12:00 - 15:00 PDT Aug 4, 14:16 PDT Scheduled - We will be performing scheduled maintenance on the SMS service on August 5, starting at 12:00 PM Pacific Time, for up to 3 hours.During this maintenance window, Applets that use the SMS service will not run. Once maintenance is complete, new SMS Applet runs will resume as normal.

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Aoub Wireless Keyboard Case for 9.7-inch iPad for $25 + free shipping w/ $35
Combines a protective case with a detachable Bluetooth keyboard, which suits students or light travelers who want a compact setup for typing on a 9.7-inch iPad without carrying a separate accessory. Buy Now at Walmart Features Keyboard case compatible Built-in Apple Pencil holder Designed for 9.7-inch iPad models Model: A1954

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iPort Connect Dock and Mount for iPad for $150
A wall or surface mount system that keeps your iPad charged and locked in place, which suits anyone using an iPad as a smart home controller, kiosk, or kitchen display. At $150, it's at the full list price with no discount. Buy Now at Best Buy Features Fast Power Delivery charging Dedicated iPad docking station Compatible with IPORT Connect Cases Minimizes device downtime Reliable charging for high-use environments

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Vonieion Stylus Pen for iPad for $16 + free shipping w/ $35
Designed for iPad users who want basic stylus functionality without paying Apple Pencil prices, this pen comes in at $16, which is $11 off the $27 list price. Buy Now at Walmart Features Dual programmable shortcut buttons for efficient control Real-time battery status display on iPad Pixel-precision writing with palm rejection technology 15-minute fast charging for 10 hours use Magnetic attachment for convenient storage and portability

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Geak iPad 11th/10th Generation Keyboard Case with Mouse for $32 + free shipping w/ $35
Designed for iPad owners who want a built-in keyboard and trackpad without buying Apple's own accessories at a much higher price, this case bundles both into one unit at $32, which is about $11 off the $43 list price. Buy Now at Walmart Features Sensitive mouse replaces trackpad for efficient workflow Magnetically detachable 7-color backlit keyboard 420mAh rechargeable battery provides 230 hours use Ergonomic mechanical scissor keys reduce typing noise Integrated stylus holder for secure pencil storage

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Apple Pencil Pro for $97 + free shipping
Amazon offers the Apple Pencil Pro for just $97 at the moment. It's the best price we've seen for this model in months and $2 under Best Buy's current price. Shipping is free, too. Buy Now at Amazon Features squeeze to bring up a toolset (w/ haptic feedback) tilt & rotation detection works w/ Find My app Model: MX2D3AM/A

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Apple MacBook Deals at Best Buy: Save up to $900 + free shipping
As part of its Apple Shopping Event, Best Buy has discounted a range of MacBook Air and MacBook Pro models by up to $900. This includes builds with M5 and M5 Pro chips. For exmaple, the MacBook Pro 16″ with 48GB of RAM and a 1TB SSD drops by $600 to $3,299 as part of […]

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HQRP AC Adapter Charger for Archos 97 Carbon and 97b Titanium Tablet for $10
A straightforward replacement charger for anyone who has lost or damaged the original power adapter for their Archos 97 Carbon or 97b Titanium tablet, where finding a compatible replacement through normal retail channels can be tricky. Buy Now at Newegg Features Compatible with Archos 97 Carbon and 97b Titanium Provides reliable power supply Includes Euro plug adapter Replacement AC adapter charger

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iPort Connect Wallmount and PoE+ Network Adapter for $200
Designed for mounting an iPad flush to the wall as a permanent smart home control panel or room display, the iPort Connect system handles both power and network connectivity through a single ethernet cable using PoE+, which eliminates the need for a separate power outlet. At $200, there's no discount from the list price right now. Buy Now at Best Buy Features Permanently mount iPad to walls or solid surfaces Ideal for customer engagement, signage, and room scheduling Includes PoE+ network adapter for wired data connection Delivers power and data via PoE+ switch Enables secure, continuous iPad operation

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Unlocked Apple 13″ iPad Air M3 Wi-Fi & Cellular 1TB Tablet for $1,049 + free shipping
This 13″ iPad Air with M3 chip and 1TB of storage is $1,049. It’s a $400 savings. My Best Buy members get free shipping on all orders (it’s free to join). Offer ends August 9.  Buy Now at Best Buy Features 13″ Liquid Retina display with P3 wide color and True Tone Apple M3 chip […]

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Best Buy iPad Savings: Up to $400 off + free shipping
Best Buy is offering savings on select iPad models, including the 11-inch iPad with the A16 chip and 128GB of storage at $399, down from $449. Save at least $20 and up to $400 on a range of models. My Best Buy members get free shipping on all orders, and it's free to join. Shop Now at Best Buy Features Includes multiple iPad models such as the iPad A16 and iPad Air Storage options ranging from 128GB up to 1TB Wi-Fi and unlocked cellular versions available Multiple colors and screen sizes to choose from Both new and open-box condition options offered

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Apple Refurbished Mac Deals: Up to $230 off + free shipping
Apple's refurbished Mac lineup spans everything from the $599 MacBook Neo ($100 less than a new one) up to iMac and MacBook Air models with M4 and M5 chips. A 15" MacBook Air with an M5 chip is $1,269, down from $1,499, and a 24" iMac with an M4 chip is also $1,269, down from $1,499. Every refurbished Mac is tested and certified by Apple and comes with a 1-year warranty. Shipping is free.  Shop Now at Apple Features Includes MacBook Neo, MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, iMac, Mac mini, Mac Studio, and Mac Pro models Tested and certified by Apple with a 1-year warranty Prices start at $599.00 for a Refurbished MacBook Neo Refurbished 15" MacBook Air with M5 chip priced at $1,269.00, down from $1,499.00 Refurbished 24" iMac with M4 chip available from $1,269.00 Free delivery and returns

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Apple MacBook Neo Deals at Best Buy for $25 Best Buy Gift Card for free w/ purchase + free shipping
Best Buy is offering a $25 Best Buy digital gift card for free when you buy any of these Apple MacBook Neo 13″ laptops. The prices start at $699, and with the gift cards, that starting price undercuts the prices we could find elsewhere. You can choose between 256GB or 512GB SSD builds in several […]

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Apple Shopping Event at Best Buy: Up to $500 off + free gift cards + free shipping
Best Buy's Apple Shopping Event is now live with a wide range of Apple gear on sale. Highlights include savings of up to $500 on select MacBook models and up to $400 on iPads, with additional trade-in savings of up to $1,100 on the iPhone 17 Pro. You'll also get a $25 Best Buy Gift for free with the purchase of a MacBook Neo, or free Best Buy gift cards worth up to $10 with the purchase of Apple gift cards. My Best Buy members get free shipping on all orders, and it's free to join. The sale ends on August 9. Shop Now at Best Buy Features MacBook savings of up to $500 and $100 off select MacBook Air (M5) iPad discounts of up to $400 on select models AirPods savings of up to $100 Apple Watch discounts of up to $100 on select models iPhone savings of $80 or $150 on select unlocked models, plus up to $1,100 off iPhone 17 Pro with activation and trade-in Apple accessories starting as low as $14.99

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MacBook Back to School Deals at Best Buy: Up to $500 off + free shipping
Best Buy's Back to School sale covers MacBook Pro models in both 14" and 16" sizes, including newer configurations with the M5 and M5 Pro chips. One 14" model with the M5 chip, 16GB of memory, and 1TB of storage is priced at $1,849, down from $1,999. A 16" model with the M5 Pro chip and 48GB of memory runs at $3,299, marked down from $3,599, showing the discount spans both entry-level  and high-memory configurations. Shop Now at Best Buy Features Includes MacBook Pro 14" and 16" models Configurations with Apple M5 and M5 Pro chips Memory options from 16GB up to 48GB Storage options from 1TB up to 2TB SSD Available in Space Black finish

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Apple Trade-Up Event at Best Buy: Up to $1,100 off + free shipping
Best Buy's Apple Trade-Up Event lets shoppers apply the value of an old Apple device toward a new one in the same category. Save up to $1,100 on a new iPhone 17 Pro with qualified activation and trade-in. A MacBook trade-in can be worth up to $950, an iPad up to $750, and an Apple Watch up to $250. My Best Buy Plus and Total members get an extra 10% added to their trade-in value, and Total members also get up to 2 years of AppleCare+ and free basic data transfer on qualifying purchases. These items all qualify for free shipping. You can also bring your old device to a Best Buy store and trade it in for a Best Buy Gift Card. Shop Now at Best Buy Features Trade-in value applies toward a new Apple device in the same product family MacBook trade-in can save up to $950 iPad trade-in can save up to $750 Apple Watch trade-in can save up to $250 Mac desktop trade-in can save up to $400 Unlocked iPhone trade-in can save up to $300

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