Apples new iPhone 16e has already landed in the UK and will soon be joined by a new iPad Air and MacBook Air, so we’ve pulled together our favourite deals on each device
We’re just over two months in, but this year has already seen the unveiling of four new Apple devices. The tech giant has started the year all guns blazing, with new additions to its iPhone, iPad and MacBook lines.
February saw the release of the iPhone 16e, Apple’s budget-friendly edition of the iPhone 16. Apple fans have spent the last week snapping it up from the likes of Sky Mobile, Mobiles.co.uk and Amazon.
This week, Apple has announced the imminent release of a new iPad Air and MacBook Air. Both devices are due to launch on March 12 and Amazon and Sky Mobile are among the retailers now taking pre-orders.
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As well as these top-of-the-range gadgets, Apple is also set to release a new entry-level 11” iPad with a more affordable £329 price tag. So whether looking to buy outright or spread the cost with a contract, read on for our favourite deals on Apple’s new devices.
iPhone 16e
While it may not be at the forefront of some shoppers’ minds compared to major networks like EE and Vodafone, Sky Mobile is always a good choice for its low upfront cost on smartphone contracts, including the £20 per month iPhone 16e plan.
The only catch is this must be paired with one of Sky’s data plans, which range from 100MB for £0 to unlimited for £22. Mobiles.co.uk is also worth a look for its budget-friendly contracts, such as iD Mobile’s £28.99 per month plan, with 100GB a £9 upfront cost.
For those who’d prefer to buy the phone outright, Amazon is always a good choice thanks to its next day delivery, with customers able to buy the phone now from £599 for the 128GB model. If you need a SIM plan to go with the device, Mobiles.co.uk has just launched a range of cashback deals on Vodafone SIM-only contracts, including the £12 120GB plan, which works out at an average monthly cost of £6 after claiming the £72 cashback on offer.
iPad Air M3
Apple’s new iPad Air with M3 chip is coming to the UK on March 12, but pre-orders are already live for those looking to get it on release day. The device runs almost twice as fast as the M1 model.
There’s also a choice of four colours: blue, purple, space grey and starlight. Sky Mobile has just revealed its pre-order prices, with plans for the 11” iPad Air starting at £17 with nothing to pay upfront, rising to £21 for the 13” iPad Air.
There’s also the new entry-level iPad, which is the most budget-friendly at £10.50. Each of these deals are for the WiFi + Cellular models, which like the iPhone, must also be paired with a data plan.
However, these start at £0 for the 100MB option, which is worth considering for those planning on using mobile data when out and about but sticking to WiFi. Keep in mind that the devices are on 48-month contracts, but members can swap to a new device from 36 months at no extra cost.
For buying the device outright, Amazon is offering the 11” iPad Air for £599, with the larger 13” iPad Air starting at £799. These prices are for the 128GB model, but those in need of extra storage can opt for the 256GB, 512GB or 1TB models, with the most expensive option coming in at £1,299.
Very is also taking pre-orders of both the 11” model and 13” model for the same prices with three months of free Apple TV+ access, but keep in mind delivery may be faster with Amazon.
MacBook Air M4
Last up is the latest edition to Apple’s laptop range, the new MacBook Air. Also set to hit UK shelves on March 12, this model is thinner and lighter than the MacBook Pro and boasts a performance upgrade thanks to the inclusion of Apple’s M4 chip.
It also features an improved battery life of up to 18 hours, a raft of Apple Intelligence functions and a new metallic sky blue colour. Pre-orders are now live at both Apple and Amazon, with prices the same across the board.
The standard 13” MacBook Air starts at £999, rising to £1,199 for the 15” MacBook Air. We’re yet to see any deals drop from retailers such as Sky Mobile, but as it stocks previous MacBook models, we’d expect them to drop soon.
