TL;DR
Amazon and Best Buy are running several Apple-related discounts including M4 Mac mini models reduced by as much as $110 and Apple Watch Ultra 2 offers (including a deep Amazon refurbished price). Accessories and a new Best Buy Winter Sale add further savings across chargers, bands and iPads.
What happened
Retailers posted a fresh slate of discounts on Apple hardware and accessories. Amazon lowered prices on Apple’s 2026 M4 Mac mini lineup, with three configurations now available at reduced rates compared with their regular MSRP. Separately, Amazon is selling “excellent” refurbished Apple Watch Ultra 2 units (black, with matching Ocean Band) for $439 with a 90-day Amazon Renewed Warranty, while new Ultra 2 models are also seeing $200+ reductions at Amazon and Best Buy. Apple Watch Series 11 models remain available with the ongoing $100 markdown. Third-party accessories are included in the deals: Spigen’s Alpine Loop-style band is priced at $20, official Milanese Loop options are discounted, and a set of charging and dock promotions (Anker, Satechi, Twelve South, Sharge) are listed. Best Buy’s Winter Sale was announced with discounts up to 50% across a variety of products.
Why it matters
- These price cuts bring some recent Apple hardware close to the lowest recent street prices, narrowing the gap to last year’s Black Friday levels.
- Refurbished Ultra 2 units at significant discounts may be attractive to buyers seeking higher-end Apple Watch features at lower cost, with short-term warranty coverage.
- Accessory discounts lower the effective cost of completing or upgrading existing Apple setups (bands, chargers, docks).
- Best Buy’s winter promotion expands the range of potential savings beyond Apple’s own catalog, covering phones, audio, consoles and TVs.
Key facts
- Amazon discounted three M4 Mac mini configurations: 16GB/256GB at $499 (regularly $599), 16GB/512GB at $690 (regularly $799), and 24GB/512GB at $890 (regularly $999).
- Amazon is listing “excellent – refurbished” black Apple Watch Ultra 2 units (with black Ocean Band) for $439; the listing ships with a 90-day Amazon Renewed Warranty and reflects $360 off the original $799 list price.
- New Apple Watch Ultra 2 units are seeing at least $200 off at retailers; select Natural models are $250 off at Amazon while Best Buy is offering $200 off black-case configurations.
- Apple Watch Series 11 models are available with the ongoing $100 price drop.
- Spigen’s all-black Alpine Loop-style Apple Watch band is on sale for $20 with Prime shipping.
- Apple’s Ultra 3 is listed starting at $774 on Amazon (price listed in the reporting).
- Best Buy launched a 2026 Winter Sale advertising discounts up to 50% across Macs, Pixel 10, AirPods, TVs, PlayStation 5 and more.
- Accessory and charging deals noted include: Anker 3-in-1 Qi2 MagSafe foldable charger reduced from $110 to $60; an Anker 160W Prime wall charger at $106; Anker’s 3-in-1 15W travel charger at $45; Twelve South USB-C PowerCord at $14.50; and Sharge’s MagSafe ICEMAG 10K 15W power bank at $50.
- Amazon discounted Apple’s base iPad mini (A17 Pro) models to start at $389.99 for select colors (regularly $499), with other colorways around $399; Best Buy is offering $100 off comparable models.
What to watch next
- Whether M4 Mac mini prices dip below the Black Friday lows seen last year — not confirmed in the source.
- If Amazon expands refurbished Ultra 2 inventory or extends Renewed warranty terms beyond 90 days — not confirmed in the source.
Quick glossary
- Refurbished: A pre-owned product restored to working condition, inspected and tested before being resold; condition and warranty vary by seller.
- Amazon Renewed Warranty: A limited warranty offered on Amazon Renewed items that typically covers refurbished products for a defined short period (terms vary by listing).
- Milanese Loop: A woven stainless-steel watch band style with a magnetic closure, offered by Apple and third parties for smartwatches.
- M4 Mac mini: Apple’s 2026 small desktop computer model using the M4 system-on-chip, offered in multiple memory and storage configurations.
Reader FAQ
How much are the M4 Mac mini discounts?
Amazon lists the M4 Mac mini at $499 (16GB/256GB), $690 (16GB/512GB) and $890 (24GB/512GB) in the reported sale.
Do Ultra 2 refurbished units come with a warranty?
Yes — the Amazon listing cited offers a 90-day Amazon Renewed Warranty for the “excellent” refurbished Ultra 2 units.
Are Apple Watch Series 11 models discounted?
Yes, Series 11 models are still being offered with about $100 off according to the report.
Is the Best Buy Winter Sale limited to Apple products?
No — the Best Buy Winter Sale was reported to include discounts up to 50% across a range of categories such as Macs, Pixel phones, AirPods, TVs and consoles.
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Sources
- Deals: Mac mini $110 off, Apple Watch Ultra 2 up to $360 off, Alpine Loop-style band $20, Best Buy Winter sale, more
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