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Apple hikes MacBook, iPad prices; Prime Day deals fade

6/29/2026

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Story summary

Apple announced price hikes for most MacBooks and iPads, prompting Prime Day sellers to keep pre-June 25 prices.
Amazon and Best Buy still list lower pre-increase prices, so current deals beat yesterday’s.
Sale-priced stock is dwindling and the lowest prices will vanish as retailers adjust to Apple’s new pricing.
Apple Watch SE (3rd-gen) and Series 11 avoid hikes and stay at their lowest Prime Day prices.

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Story summary

Apple announced price hikes for most MacBooks and iPads, prompting Prime Day sellers to keep pre-June 25 prices.
Amazon and Best Buy still list lower pre-increase prices, so current deals beat yesterday’s.
Sale-priced stock is dwindling and the lowest prices will vanish as retailers adjust to Apple’s new pricing.
Apple Watch SE (3rd-gen) and Series 11 avoid hikes and stay at their lowest Prime Day prices.