Apple products seeing markdowns ahead of Amazon's October Prime Day

There’s another Prime Day happening in October. Amazon will be holding Prime Big Deal Days from Oct. 10 through Oct. 11, and the 48-hour sales event will feature deals similar to what is seen during July’s Prime Day and Black Friday. Apple products are some of the most sought-after items during these major sales events, not just at Amazon but across multiple retailers as consumers look for the best deals possible. What’s great, though, is that we’re already seeing several Apple products on sale ahead of Prime Big Deal Days. Here are the Apple deals we’re already seeing ahead of October’s Amazon Prime Day. October Prime Day Apple AirPods DealsApple AirPods Pro (2nd Generation) - $199 (20% off)Apple AirPods (2nd Generation) - $99 (23% off)Apple AirPods Max - $479 (13% off)The second-generation model of the Apple AirPods Pro, which comes with active noise cancellation technology and is equipped with a wireless charging case, is seeing the same markdown that was seen during July’s Prime Day event. In addition, the USB-C version that Apple is releasing is seeing the same discount. A budget-friendly option is the Apple AirPods (2nd Generation) model. While not boasting noise-canceling technology like the Pro model, it still has great sound quality and is under $100. The Apple AirPods Max are Apple’s over-ear headphones that are sleek, trendy pairs that also have a 20-hour battery life and noise cancellation technology. It is the most expensive AirPods model on the market, and all five colorways are seeing the same markdown. October Prime Day Apple Watch DealsApple Watch Series 8 (GPS + Cellular 41mm) - $419.97 (16% off)Apple Watch Ultra (GPS + Cellular 49mm) - $699.97 (12% off)The Apple Watch Series 8 has safety and wellness features, headlined by crash detection and a temperature sensor. Apple Watches are great, too, because they are totally customizable to feature whatever band and case you’d like. With a new Apple Watch Ultra model hitting retailers, the first Ultra model is now seeing a markdown. The Ultra model is designed for endurance athletes, outdoor adventurers and water sports enthusiasts, so if you are one of those, this might be the smartwatch for you. October Prime Day iPad DealsApple iPad Pro 12.9-inch (6th Generation) - $999.00 (9% off)Apple iPad (10th Generation) - $399 (11% off)Apple iPad Air (5th Generation) - $679 (9% off) Deemed the “ultimate iPad experience,” the iPad Pro features the M2 chip that gives it blazing-fast speeds and graphics. It also has an all-day battery life and can store everything from apps to large files like 4K video. The 10th-generation model of the Apple iPad comes with a slightly larger screen, updated technology with the A14 Bionic chip, and an even wider camera than the ninth-generation model. You can also record videos in 4K, whereas in the ninth generation, the highest quality of video was 1080p high-definition. Looking for a thin and light design without skimping on performance? Then the iPad Air is the model for you as it features all-day battery life and 256GB of storage. October Prime Day Macbook DealsApple 2020 Macbook Air Laptop - $749.99 (25% off)Apple 2022 Macbook Pro Laptop - $1,299 (13% off)Apple 2023 Macbook Air Laptop - $1,099 (15% off)A budget-friendly option if you want a MacBook laptop that won’t break the bank as much as newer models is the 2020 version of the Macbook Air. It has a battery life of up to 18 hours and possesses True Tone technology that makes the screen adjust to your environment. While you won’t have as nice of a camera and built-in microphone, the laptop still boasts powerful specs thanks to the Apple M1 chip. The 2022 Macbook Pro has up to 20 hours of battery life, an improved Apple M2 chip and a 13.3-inch LED backlit Retina display. Thanks to the active cooling system in this Macbook, you can run intense tasks for hours on end. The latest model of the Macbook Air features the M2 chip that powers the Macbook Pro model, and has a high-resolution display for vibrant images and detail, perfect for watching shows, or if you’re a video editor. October Prime Day Beats by Dr. Dre DealsBeats Studio Buds - $119.95 (20% off)Beats Solo3 wireless headphones - $133.99 (33% off)Beats Powerbeats Pro - $199.95 (20% off)The Beats Studio Buds come with up to eight hours of listening time (24 hours when you combine the charging case), and it’s also sweat and water-resistant. It's no surprise to see them marked down with a new version of the Studio Buds now out. A few colorways of the Beats Solo3 wireless headphones are on sale, but the deepest discount you’ll find right now is on the Black color. The headphones give you up to 40 hours of battery life and are compatible with iOS and Android devices. There are two differences you can see right away between the Powerbeats Pro and the AirPods Pro: their design and the different chips utilized (Beats has Apple H1 while the AirPods have H2). But then you recognize that the Powerbeats Pro gives you more battery life (up to nine hours of listening time) and a reinforced design for sweat and water resistance that makes it more compatible with those who workout frequently. Either way, if you go between the AirPods Pro and the Powerbeats Pro, you will get high-quality audio, as well as a similar discount.