Apple discounts Watch Ultra 2 by $200 and AirPods Pro 3 by $50

Apple has rolled out a fresh wave of discounts on its flagship hardware, with Amazon offering a $200 clearance on the Apple Watch Ultra 3, $50 off the AirPods Pro 3, and a return of launch‑price deals for the M6‑powered Mac mini and Mac Studio. The early‑fall Prime Day sale has also been refreshed with new markdowns across a range of Apple products.

The timing of these offers lines up with Amazon’s strategy to boost early‑fall sales before the busy holiday season. By re‑introducing launch‑price deals for the M6 Mac mini and Mac Studio, Amazon is capitalising on the new Apple silicon’s popularity while giving tech buyers a chance to upgrade at a lower cost. The Prime Day updates come as Amazon expands its “Lunch Break” deal series, which focuses on limited‑time offers that are easy to snag during a quick break.

Beyond the Apple Watch and AirPods, the deal lineup includes discounted iPhone 18 Pro cases and a steep 80 % markdown on SANDMARC’s modular Cushion Kits. The Apple Watch Ultra 3 clearance, in particular, is a rare $200 cut on a premium smartwatch that normally retails for $799, making it an attractive proposition for users who want the latest health‑tracking features without the full price. The AirPods Pro 3 discount keeps the wireless earbuds competitive against rivals, while the M6 Mac mini and Mac Studio offers cater to both creators and professionals looking for powerful, yet affordable, Apple silicon machines.

Consumers are watching closely to see how long these markdowns will last and whether Amazon will extend similar deals to other Apple products in the coming weeks. If the trend continues, it could pressure Apple to adjust its pricing strategy for the upcoming iPhone 18 Pro and other hardware releases, potentially reshaping the competitive landscape in the premium tech market.