TL;DR
Early January sales have knocked prices down on several Apple items, including $100 reductions on select Apple Watch Series 11 models and the iPad mini 7. Accessories such as the Anchor Blue Sport Loop, Apple Pencil Pro (open-box), MagSafe charger and multiple Anker items are also seeing notable discounts.
What happened
Retailers adjusted prices in the first days of 2026, bringing back or initiating discounts on a range of Apple hardware and accessories. Amazon is listing some Apple Watch Series 11 GPS + Cellular variants at $100 off, with the 42mm cell model at $399 (regular $499) and the 46mm cell model at $429 (regular $529); other sizes and GPS-only listings are largely sold out or returned to full price. A higher-end 42mm natural titanium case configuration with a Stone Gray sport band is reduced to about $574.97, saving roughly $125. Amazon and Best Buy are matching a $100 markdown on the 128GB iPad mini 7 (A17 Pro), now starting at $399. Accessory deals include the Anchor Blue Sport Loop for $34, the Apple Pencil Pro available as an “excellent” open-box unit at Best Buy for $80.99 with a one-year Apple warranty, and Apple’s 25W Qi2.2 MagSafe charger at about $30. Additional discounts from Anker and other accessory makers were also highlighted.
Why it matters
- Consumers can pick up current Apple hardware at notable price cuts shortly after the holidays, including factory-new and certified open-box options.
- Some price drops are limited in inventory or have already reverted for certain configurations, so timing affects availability.
- Accessory discounts extend savings beyond core devices, letting buyers assemble packages (bands, pens, chargers) at lower total cost.
- Open-box listings with manufacturer warranty provide a lower-cost path to new accessories while retaining Apple coverage.
Key facts
- Selected Apple Watch Series 11 GPS + Cellular models are $100 off: 42mm cell at $399 (reg. $499) and 46mm cell at $429 (reg. $529).
- A 42mm Apple Watch Series 11 with a Natural Titanium case and Stone Gray Sport Band is priced around $574.97 (about $125 off the $699 list).
- Apple’s 128GB iPad mini 7 (A17 Pro) is available from $399 at Amazon and Best Buy, a $100 reduction from $499.
- Official Anchor Blue Sport Loop for 46mm Apple Watch is offered at $34, down from a typical $49, marking a return to a prior all-time low price.
- Best Buy’s open-box ‘excellent’ Apple Pencil Pro units are listed at $80.99 and include a one-year Apple warranty; Amazon has new Pencil Pro near $94.97.
- Apple’s 25W Qi2.2 MagSafe Charger was noted at roughly $30, described as one of its lower recent prices.
- Anker’s New Year sale includes up to 55% off chargers and related charging bundles, plus other accessory markdowns across retailers.
- Several base GPS-only Apple Watch Series 11 discounts have already disappeared at major retailers, limiting choices.
What to watch next
- Inventory and pricing can change quickly; some discounted Apple Watch models were already out of stock or back at full price at the time of reporting.
- The duration of the listed discounts is not stated and may be short-lived based on past brief price drops.
- not confirmed in the source
Quick glossary
- GPS + Cellular: A smartwatch configuration that includes both location tracking via GPS and built-in cellular connectivity for calls and data without a paired phone.
- Open-box: An item returned to a retailer that has been inspected and resold, often at a discount; condition categories vary and may include a warranty.
- MagSafe: Apple’s magnetic alignment system for wireless charging and accessories that helps devices connect securely to chargers and mounts.
- Qi2.2: A version of the Qi wireless charging standard that includes updated power delivery and compatibility features for newer devices.
Reader FAQ
Where can I buy these discounted items?
Amazon and Best Buy are cited for key discounts: Apple Watch Series 11 cell models and the Anchor Blue Sport Loop at Amazon; iPad mini 7 at both Amazon and Best Buy; Apple Pencil Pro open-box at Best Buy.
Do open-box Apple Pencil Pro listings include a warranty?
Yes. Best Buy’s open-box ‘excellent’ units are noted as shipping with a one-year Apple warranty.
Are the base GPS Apple Watch deals still widely available?
No. The source reports most GPS-only discounts have largely disappeared at Amazon and Best Buy.
Will these price cuts stick around?
not confirmed in the source
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