Is Apple doing Black Friday deals on iPhones, iPads and Macs? Here’s where to get the biggest discounts
THE ARRIVAL of Black Friday means that it is time to tick off your Christmas list and grab yourself the bargains before they are gone.
Black Friday has now officially kicked off – follow all the latest live updates here
If you were thinking this is the ideal opportunity to update your MacBook or nab a new iPad, you wouldn’t be the only one, with thousands of people choosing to update their technology while the prices are low.
But where is the best place to get some Apple products with a discount? It’s not as easy as you’d think…
Is Apple taking part in Black Friday?
Last year Apple didn't take part in Black Friday at all, possibly because they don’t have to or possibly because they don’t want to, your guess is as good as mine.
This year however Apple have dropped a tantalising teaser that they will be taking part with a marketing campaign stating the "Friday can't come soon enough."
If you are planning on grabbing yourself an Apple bargain this year they recommend that you build your list now so you can grab the deals as soon as they are released.
In the meantime their retailers are willing to step up to the plate and drop the prices in the name of Black Friday bargains.
So the first thing you need to know is to avoid the Apple website if you’re looking for some iOffers.
The retailers to watch out for this Black Friday
Black Friday has hit! Here's where you should be doing your shopping:
1. Amazon
Black Friday started 12 days ago for Amazon with big reductions on a huge range of reduced products and more offers added as frequently as every five minutes.
2. Argos
Argos is one of the biggest retailers to take part in Black Friday with deals on TVs, games consoles, laptops, cameras and toys.
3. Tesco
Tesco have slashed priced on tech with incredible deals on TVs, consoles and toys.
4. John Lewis
With discounts across all departments John Lewis have plenty of opportunities for savings, especially in the kitchen with a KitchenAid mixer down to just £299.99 from £449.95.
5. Boots
Boots are offering big discounts on grooming products and a selection of their popular perfumes.
6. Sainsbury's
Sainsbury's kept a low profile in the run up to Black Friday but have now released deals on home appliances and electricals.
7. GAME
GAME has huge deals available on their PS4 and X-box bundles, ideal for Chirstmas gifts.
8. M&S
This weekend M&S have launched a "gifting" event as an alternative to Black Friday. There are great deals on Christmas decorations, cosmetics and lingerie.
9. House of Fraser
The House of Fraser sale is packed full of Christmas present prospects with toys, watches and jewellery and kitchen appliances all in the sale.
10. Debenhams
Department store Debenhams has also dramatically dropped prices for the event, kitchen appliances, perfumes and furniture have all faced the price chop.
11. Halfords
Get on your bike at Halfords with great deals on car and bike accessories as well as offers on adult and kid's bicycles.
12. Currys
Currys is a one stop shop for electrical items this Black Friday with reductions on TVs, laptops and speakers.
13. ASOS
This Black Friday ASOS is offering 20 per cent off everything on its site.
14. Very.co.uk
Very.co.uk have cut the price of some fun gifts including a jukebox now at £69.99 from £149, as well as great deals on clothes and accessories from their V by Very range.
15. Smyth's
Head to Smyth's for some cracking deals on children's games and toys.
16. B&Q
Dropping prices of DIY products and tools B&Q are embracing Black Friday this year, lawnmowers and leaf blowers have big reductions and there are kid's toys featured in the sale too.
17. Toys R Us
Toys R Us have cut prices across the store with toys, games and baby products all reduced in the sale.
18. Mothercare
Highchairs and prams are heavily reduced in the Mothercare sale, as well as toys and children's clothes.
19. Morrisons
Morrisons is the ideal place to get hold of some bargain booze with a 3L bottle of Jack Daniels costing just £50, they are also stocking a whole Serrano ham leg for the discounted price of £28.
Where can I buy Apple iPads, iPhones and Macs on sale this Black Friday?
If you are desperate to get your hands on an apple product this year your best bet is to check out Amazon and Argos as they both stock a large number of Apple products.
Both companies will be taking part in Black Friday in a big way so are likely to heavily discount some of their more popular items including Macs and iPads.
Keep an eye as they continue to make reductions and bookmark products you are really keen on so you can look quickly on the day and check the price.
Here are a few Apple products which has already had their price slashed:
iPad Air 2 Wi-Fi 128GB – Silver
Sim Free Apple iPhone 6s 16GB Mobile Phone
Apple Watch Sport 38mm Silver Case & White Band
Apple MacBook Pro 13-inch Laptop
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