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While buying an Apple iPhone is never MoneySaving, our Cheap iPhones guide explains the cheapest ways to get your hands on the latest iPhone.
Read the full guide for the cheapest ways to buy an iPhone.
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In 2017, Apple made all of its iWork programs free to download for all iMac, MacBook and iPhone/iPad users. Previously, you had to have bought a device recently.
See Free iWork apps for more info and download links.
What is iWork?
iWork is Apple's answer to the Microsoft Office suite of work programs, but created specifically for Mac computers and iOS devices. The package consists of three programs:
- Pages (for documents, like Microsoft Word)
- Numbers (for spreadsheets, like Microsoft Excel)
- Keynote (for presentations, like Microsoft Powerpoint)
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There are plenty of free music streaming services available, if you don't mind putting up with the ads. But if you want an ad-free service you'll need to stump up for it. With Apple Music Student Membership you can get a discounted subscription at £5.99 a month (normally £10.99 for non-students) – a strong deal given there's no free version of the service.
How do I get the discount?
You need a Unidays account for Apple to verify your student status (it can't do this via NUS Extra unfortunately). Use up any new customer promos first though to maximise value – a one-month trial of Apple Music is available on an ongoing basis.
Apple says it "periodically" checks your student status, and if it finds out you're no longer a student or if you reach the maximum discount period (four years), it'll automatically move you to a full-price subscription at £10.99 a month. So make sure you cancel if you don't want this.
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There are rarely big discounts available at Apple*, but don’t assume you can’t cut your costs on a new iPhone, iPad or Mac computer until you've checked the following tips and tricks.
- Student & teacher discount. If you're studying at university, or if you work in education at any level (lecturers, school teachers, office staff etc), you can save as much as 10% on Apple products such as iMas, MacBooks and iPads.
- Check for deals elsewhere. If you're not committed to buying direct from Apple, look for discounts at other places where Apple products are sold such as Amazon, Argos, Currys and John Lewis (John Lewis also offers a two-year guarantee, compared to the standard 12-month warranty).
- Time it right. If you're not fussed about having the very latest model, you can save money on Apple products by grabbing an older product as a new one's announced. This tends to happen in September, when Apple normally unveils a new iPhone and prices on previous models suddenly go down.
- Had a problem with Apple? There’s a free online tool you can use to complain – it helps draft, manage and if necessary escalate your complaint. It’s offered by a firm called Resolver, which we like so much we work with it to help people get complaints justice – you can use it to complain to Apple*.
- Student & teacher discount. If you're studying at university, or if you work in education at any level (lecturers, school teachers, office staff etc), you can save as much as 10% on Apple products such as iMas, MacBooks and iPads.
Latest Expired Deals
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Cheapest Apple AirPods Black Friday deals
£99 AirPods (2nd gen), £149 (3rd gen), £479 AirPods Max
ExpiredUpdate 09:31 on Friday 24 November: There hasn't been much movement on prices today, however John Lewis* has INCREASED its Airpod Max by £20 for Black Friday - from £479 to £499.
Many retailers are discounting Apple Airpods as part of their Black Friday promotions. If two retailers are price matching, do look out for free delivery and extras such as free extended guarantees, or free Apple TV subscriptions.
Here's what we found on Thursday 23 November:
Model Normal Price Cheapest Current Price Apple AirPods with charging case (2nd generation) £129 £99 at Currys* with five months' Apple TV+. Cheapest we’ve seen this year.
Same price at Amazon*, Argos* and John Lewis* (with two-year guarantee).
Apple AirPods with wireless charging case (3rd generation) £169 £149 at Currys* with five months' Apple TV+. CHEAPER in July 2023 at £143.10.
Same price at Amazon*, Argos*, John Lewis* (with two-year guarantee) and Very.
Apple Airpods Pro USB-C (2nd generation) £229 £199 at Currys* with five months' Apple TV+. Cheapest we’ve seen this year.
Same price at Amazon*, Argos, John Lewis* (with two-year guarantee) and Very.
Apple AirPods Max £499 £479 at Amazon* and AO*. Cheapest we’ve seen this year. Important: Don’t allow yourself to be taken in by the hype around Black Friday and be sucked into buying something you don’t need or can’t afford. Always do your own price comparisons to ensure you are getting the best deal possible – don’t just take a retailer’s word for it.
See our Black Friday 2023 guide for all our Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals analysis.
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Cheapest Apple Watch Black Friday deals
For example, £379 Apple Watch Series 9 (normally £399)
ExpiredApple Watches continue to be popular, but they aren't exactly MoneySaving. If you have your heart set on an Apple Watch, then you might be able to pick up a bargain model during the Black Friday event.
The range of Apple Watches currently available on the Apple website are the Series SE, and recently launched Series 8 and Series Ultra. Most older models of Apple Watches currently on sale are refurbished models.
If you regularly buy Apple products you might be interested in purchasing your Apple Watch direct from Apple as it's offering a £40 gift card if you purchase either the Series 9 (from £399) or SE models (from £219). This offer launches on Friday 24 November and lasts until 11.59pm on Monday 27 November.
We could only find refurbished models of the Series 7 (41mm) and Series 8 (41mm) – so if you're not fussed about a second-hand model these start from £249 (was £369) and £299 (was £349) respectively on Apple.
A few examples of what we spotted at on Thursday 23 November:
Apple Watch model Normal price Cheapest we spotted SE (40mm)
£259
£199 at Currys* but currently out of stock
SE (44mm)
£249 £229 at Currys* including up to three months Apple Music, Apple Arcade, and Apple Fitness+ free.
Same price at John Lewis* with a two-year warranty and up to three months Apple Fitness+
Series 9 (41mm) £399 £379 at Amazon*
Same price at John Lewis* with a two-year warranty and up to three months Apple Fitness+Ultra (49mm) £699 £599 at Amazon*
Same price at Argos
Ultra 2 (49mm) £799 £769 at John Lewis* with a two-year warranty and up to three months Apple Fitness+
Important: Don't allow yourself to get caught up in the Black Friday hype, and only ever buy what you need and can afford. Always do your own price comparisons to ensure you’ve found the best deal – don't just take a retailer's word for it.
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Use the Money Mantras
Before spending, use Martin’s Mantras. If you answer 'NO' to any, then don't buy!
Then ask:
- Do I need it?
- Can I afford it?
- Have you checked prices elsewhere?
Then ask:
- Will I use it?
- Is it worth it?
Free protection for all shopping!
There's a little-known piece of legislation that turns any credit card into a financial self-defence superhero. 'Section 75' of the Consumer Credit Act means your plastic must protect anything you buy for more than £100 for free, so if there's a problem or the company goes bust, you can still get your money back.
And although Section 75 doesn't apply to debit cards, there is something else to fall back on if you've paid using a debit card, or used a credit card for a purchase under £100. Known as Chargeback, this is part of banks' and card companies' internal rules and not a legal requirement. Read full details of Section 75 or Chargeback, plus how to claim, in our guides.
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About Apple
Below are today's top Apple discounts and offers, fully checked and verified by the MSE Deals team, including its ongoing student & teacher discount for iPad, iMac and MacBook. You can also compare iPhone tariffs using our cheap iPhone comparison tool. Keep an eye on this page and follow us on Twitter @MSE_Deals for updates on the latest Apple vouchers and promotions.
28 November 2023
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Martin: Stop the savings rip-off!
How to max every penny
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Hot mobile & Sim deals
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Energy bills UP 5% in Jan
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If you're in a couple and claiming Child Benefit – or aren't claiming because one of you earns £60,000 or more a year – you could be missing out on £1,000s or even £10,000s in future state pension payments, MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis has warned. -
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Autumn Statement: State pension confirmed to rise by 8.5% from April 2024 – while some benefits will go up by 6.7%
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Energy standing charges to be reviewed amid calls from Martin Lewis and MSE for them to be lowered
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Energy standing charges, which make up around £300 of most people's yearly bills, are to be reviewed by Ofgem.
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Martin Lewis: Energy bill credit – how much is too much? Stop the rip-off and get back £100s, by understanding the monthly direct debit energy cycle…
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Martin Lewis: Is it time to ban unnecessary Christmas presents?
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Update September 2017: It’s eight years since I first braved this subject, expecting a snowstorm of protest. Instead, year after year more join in, like Julia who recently tweeted me, “@MartinSLewis, finally took your advice and told my family I can’t afford Christmas presents. What a weight off my mind. Thank you.” One year even the Archbishop of... -
Martin Lewis' data-Crunch: What's the UK's best salt 'n' vinegar crisps?
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The joy of good salt 'n' vinegar is you bite them, and they bite back – the flavour needs to be strong, sharp, and leave your tongue feeling like sandpaper. So it's time to focus MSE's data-crunching expertise on to the ultimate investigative challenge... finding the UK's best salt 'n' vinegar crisps.
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