Level up your tech game with Apple’s Back to School 2024 sale! If you’re a student or educator, this is the perfect time to grab those shiny new gadgets you’ve been eyeing. The sale kicked off on June 20 and runs all the way to September 20, exclusively on Apple’s online Education Store in India. Here’s the scoop on the best deals and freebies you can snag this season.
Epic Discounts and Freebies Await
Apple is pulling out all the stops this year with discounts on a wide range of iPads and MacBooks. Plus, who doesn’t love freebies? You can score free AirPods and Apple Pencils with certain purchases. Here’s a breakdown of what’s hot and happening in this sale.
iPad Air 2024 – Sleek and Powerful
Launched in May, the iPad Air 2024 comes equipped with the robust M2 chip and is available in 11-inch and 13-inch variants. You can choose between Wi-Fi only or Wi-Fi + Cellular models. This beauty boasts a Liquid Retina display, a 12-megapixel wide-angle camera, and a 12-megapixel ultra-wide selfie camera. Plus, it runs on iPadOS 17 right out of the box. Check out the prices:
11-inch iPad Air:
- 128GB: ₹54,990
- 256GB: ₹64,990
- 512GB: ₹84,990
- 1TB: ₹99,900
13-inch iPad Air:
- 128GB: ₹74,990
- 256GB: ₹84,990
- 512GB: ₹99,990
- 1TB: ₹1,19,900
These prices are for the Wi-Fi-only models, and Wi-Fi + Cellular variants are slightly pricier. Plus, you’ll get a free Apple Pencil worth ₹6,900 with your purchase.
iPad Pro 2024 – Ultimate Performance
The iPad Pro 2024, launched in May, features the latest M4 chipset and is available in 11-inch and 13-inch sizes. These models come with Apple’s new Tandem OLED displays, offering a 120Hz refresh rate and a peak brightness of 1,000 nits. They’re perfect for creatives with a 12-megapixel primary camera and a LiDAR scanner. The front-facing 12-megapixel ultra-wide camera ensures your selfies are on point. Here are the prices:
11-inch iPad Pro:
- 256GB: ₹89,900
- 512GB: ₹1,09,900
- 1TB: ₹1,49,900
- 2TB: ₹1,89,900
13-inch iPad Pro:
- 256GB: ₹1,19,900
- 512GB: ₹1,39,900
- 1TB: ₹1,79,900
- 2TB: ₹2,19,900
Again, these prices are for Wi-Fi-only models, and adding Cellular connectivity will cost you extra. You’ll also receive a free Apple Pencil Pro worth ₹10,900.
MacBook Air – Light as Air, Strong as Steel
Apple refreshed the MacBook Air with the M3 chip in May 2024, and both the M2 and M3 models are up for grabs at a discount. Here’s the pricing breakdown:
13-inch MacBook Air (M2):
- 8GB RAM + 256GB: ₹89,990
- 8GB RAM + 512GB: ₹1,09,900
13-inch MacBook Air (M3):
- 8GB RAM + 256GB: ₹1,04,900
- 8GB RAM + 512GB: ₹1,24,900
- 16GB RAM + 512GB: ₹1,44,900
15-inch MacBook Air (M3):
- 8GB RAM + 256GB: ₹1,24,900
- 8GB RAM + 512GB: ₹1,44,900
- 16GB RAM + 512GB: ₹1,64,900
Each purchase comes with a free pair of AirPods (3rd Generation) with a Lightning charging case, valued at ₹19,900.
MacBook Pro 2023 – Powerhouse Performance
The MacBook Pro 2023 models with M3, M3 Pro, and M3 Max chips are beasts in performance. Available in 14-inch and 16-inch versions, they feature Liquid Retina XDR displays with a 120Hz refresh rate and a peak brightness of 1600 nits. Prices start at ₹1,58,900 for the 14-inch model and ₹2,29,900 for the 16-inch model. Plus, you get free AirPods (3rd Generation) with every purchase.
iMac and Mac mini – Desktop Dreams
Don’t miss out on the iMac (2023) with the M3 chip and the Mac mini (2023) with the M2 chip. The iMac starts at ₹1,29,900, and the Mac mini starts at ₹49,900. And yes, you’ll get a free pair of AirPods (3rd Generation) with these too.
The Apple Back to School 2024 sale is your golden ticket to snagging top-notch Apple gadgets at sweet discounts, along with some fantastic freebies. Whether you’re a student gearing up for the next semester or a teacher looking to upgrade your tech arsenal, now’s the time to dive in and make the most of these deals. Happy shopping!
