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Best Buy 60th Anniversary Sale Offers Huge Deals on Apple, LG, Dyson and More

Best Buy's 60th anniversary sale runs through Aug. 23, featuring discounts on Apple gear, LG TVs, Lenovo laptops, and more. Highlights include a one-day Apple sale with $400 off MacBook Pro configs, AirPods at up to $120 off, and significant savings on robot vacuums and smartwatches.

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Best Buy Marks 60 Years with Week-Long Sale

Best Buy is celebrating its 60th anniversary with a sale that runs through Aug. 23, offering discounts across a wide range of tech products. As reported by CNET, the sale includes deals on Apple gear, LG TVs, Lenovo laptops, and more, with the outlet's shopping experts liveblogging the best offers throughout the event.

A key feature of the celebration is a 1-day Apple sale, highlighted by 9to5Mac. According to the outlet, this flash sale includes $400 off certain M5 Pro MacBook Pro configurations, the iPhone Air at $170 off—described as an all-time low—and up to $200 off Beats Studio Pro headphones.

Apple Deals Take Center Stage

The Apple-focused deals include substantial discounts on AirPods. 9to5Mac reports that AirPods Pro 3 are priced at $190 (regularly $249), AirPods Max 2 at $429 (regularly $549), and AirPods 4 at $99 (regularly $129). CNET also notes that Apple AirPods are on sale for up to $120 off during the anniversary event.

The iPhone Air is a standout, with 9to5Mac listing the 256GB model at $840, the 512GB at $1,040, and the 1TB at $1,240, with open-box options starting at $793. Apple accessories are discounted up to 30% off, including iPhone 17 cases, Crossbody Straps, and MagSafe wallets.

For those interested in refurbished or renewed products, 9to5Mac notes that Apple's refurbished 13-inch M5 MacBook Air with 16GB RAM and 512GB storage is available for $1,099 (regularly $1,299). Additionally, Amazon offers a 512GB iPad mini in Renewed Premium condition for $449 (regularly $899).

Beats Studio Pro headphones are also on sale for $149.99 (regularly $350), with open-box units available at $113.99, according to 9to5Mac. The Magic Mouse is discounted as well: white at $67.99, black at $84.99, and open-box options from $56.

Beyond Best Buy, 9to5Mac reports that Anker's Back to School sale is active with promo code SCHOOL20 taking 20% off sitewide, including the 45W Nano charger at $26 and Prime Qi2.2 chargers.

Beyond Apple: TVs, Laptops, and Home Appliances

CNET's coverage extends beyond Apple, highlighting a range of deals across categories. A Hisense 58-inch QD50 Hi-QLED 4K Roku TV is on sale for $190, saving $210 (regularly $400). Windows PCs are discounted up to $600 off, and an Acer laptop with a 15.3-inch touchscreen is available for $189 (normally almost $500).

For home appliances, small appliances are up to 50% off. CNET also highlights the Ecovacs Deebot T80 Omni robot vacuum at $399, saving $601 (regularly $1,000), and the Dyson Cool CF1 bladeless desk fan at $250, saving $130 (regularly $380).

The Garmin Venu 3S smartwatch is on sale for $300, down from $450, according to CNET. Additionally, ordering a MacBook Neo during the sale includes a $25 Starbucks gift card.

Coverage Notes

Both outlets frame the sale as a significant opportunity for tech savings, with CNET emphasizing the breadth of the event and 9to5Mac focusing on the Apple-specific deals. While 9to5Mac references Amazon's competitive offers on Apple products, CNET attributes the savings solely to Best Buy's anniversary celebration. The two sources provide complementary details, with 9to5Mac offering more granular pricing for Apple items and CNET covering a wider product range.

How each outlet told it

9to5Mac as of Aug 19, 2026, 8:50 PM UTC

Framing: Headline is a list of products with no punctuation, suggesting a roundup; emphasizes the day's Apple sale but omits specific prices or the retailer context. — Energetic and promotional, e.g., "deals are still flying," "straight up $400 off," "best price ever."

Facts Included:

AirPods Pro 3 at $190 (Reg. $249) - 25% off, one of best prices ever
AirPods Max 2 at $429 (Reg. $549) - $120 off
AirPods 4 at $99 (Reg. $129)
Best Buy's 60th Anniversary Sale includes 1-day Apple sale with $400 off M5 Pro MacBook Pro configs
iPhone Air 512GB Sky Blue at $1,030 (Reg. $1,200) - $170 off, all-time low for new unlocked
Open-box iPhone Air models available at up to $406 off
Beats Studio Pro at $140 (Reg. $350) - $200 off
AirTag 2 4-pack at $89 (Reg. $99), single at $24
Apple Certified Refurbished M5 MacBook Air 13-inch at $1,099 (Reg. $1,299)
Amazon Renewed Premium 512GB iPad mini at $449 (Reg. $899)
Anker Back to School sale with promo code SCHOOL20
Various accessory deals including Magic Mouse, chargers

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CNET as of Aug 17, 2026, 8:30 PM UTC

Framing: Headline emphasizes huge deals across multiple brands (Apple, LG, Dyson) and omits specific products or prices. — Promotional and celebratory, e.g., "huge sale," "solid opportunity to save," "celebrating."

Facts Included:

Best Buy's 60th Anniversary sale runs through Aug. 23
Deals on Apple gear, LG TVs, Lenovo laptops, and more
Garmin Venu 3S smartwatch at $300 (Reg. $450), record low
Ecovacs Deebot T80 Omni robot vacuum at $399 (Reg. $1,000) - save $601
Dyson Cool CF1 desk fan at $250 (Reg. $380) - save $130
Apple AirPods Max 2 at $429 (Reg. $549) - save $120
A laptop with 15.3-inch touchscreen at $189 (Reg. ~$500)
Hisense 58-inch QD50 Hi-QLED 4K Roku TV at $190 (Reg. $400) - save $210
MacBook Neo purchase includes $25 Starbucks gift card
CNET earns commission if you buy through links

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CNET as of Aug 22, 2026, 9:45 PM UTC

Framing: Headline emphasizes MacBook Neo, Air, and Pro at lowest prices, and subheading mentions Apple raised prices but deals still save. Omitted that many deals are trade-in based. — Informative and cautionary, e.g., "sweeping price hikes," "rare to come by," "harder to come by."

Facts Included:

Apple raised MacBook prices due to memory shortage; 14-inch MacBook Pro rose from $1,699 to $1,999, 16-inch from $2,699 to $2,999
MacBook Neo launched at $599 but now $699
M5 MacBook Air 13-inch now starts at $1,299 (increased $200), 15-inch at $1,499
Best Buy offers $150 discount on M5 MacBook Pro (14-inch, 24GB) at $2,049
Apple's site sells M5 MacBook Pro base at $1,999 with trade-in potential
B&H offers $150 off M5 MacBook Pro at $1,849
MacBook Neo at Apple $699, students save $100
MacBook Neo at Amazon $690 (save $9)
M4 Pro MacBook Pro (14-inch) at Best Buy $1,799 (save $200)
Trade-in offers and Apple Music/Arcade/News freebies with purchases
CNET's methodology for choosing deals and FAQs

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MacRumors as of Aug 23, 2026, 3:20 PM UTC

Framing: Headline emphasizes the record low price of the AirTag 2 4-Pack and the specific price point ($85) on Amazon. — Promotional and factual, e.g., "a new record low price" and "beating the previous low by about $4."

Facts Included:

AirTag 2 4-Pack on sale for $85.00, down from $99.00, a new record low price beating previous low by about $4
AirTag 2 1-Pack available for $24.00, down from $29.00, another record low price
Estimated delivery dates of August 28 for both deals
AirTag 2 has second-generation Ultra Wideband chip enabling Precision Finding to work up to 50% farther
Note about affiliate partnership with Amazon

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What was claimed, and who backed it

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Claim	Confidence	Status
ClaimBest Buy's 60th Anniversary Sale includes a 1-day Apple sale with $400 off certain M5 Pro MacBook Pro configurations, the iPhone Air at $170 off, and up to $200 off Beats Studio Pro headphones.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via 9to5Mac as of Aug 19, 2026, 8:50 PM UTC
ClaimThe AirPods Pro 3 is priced at $190 (regularly $249), the AirPods Max 2 at $429 (regularly $549), and the AirPods 4 at $99 (regularly $129).	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via 9to5Mac as of Aug 19, 2026, 8:50 PM UTC
ClaimThe AirTag 2 is on sale at Amazon and Best Buy for $24 (regularly $29), with open-box options at $20 and a 4-pack at $89 (regularly $99).	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via 9to5Mac as of Aug 19, 2026, 8:50 PM UTC
ClaimThe iPhone Air 256GB model is $840 (regularly $999), the 512GB is $1,040 (regularly $1,199), and the 1TB is $1,240 (regularly $1,400), with open-box options starting at $793.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via 9to5Mac as of Aug 19, 2026, 8:50 PM UTC
ClaimApple accessories are discounted up to 30% off, including iPhone 17 cases, Crossbody Straps, and MagSafe wallets.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via 9to5Mac as of Aug 19, 2026, 8:50 PM UTC
ClaimApple's refurbished 13-inch M5 MacBook Air with 16GB RAM and 512GB storage is available for $1,099 (regularly $1,299).	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via 9to5Mac as of Aug 19, 2026, 8:50 PM UTC
ClaimAmazon offers a 512GB iPad mini in Renewed Premium condition for $449 (regularly $899).	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via 9to5Mac as of Aug 19, 2026, 8:50 PM UTC
ClaimBeats Studio Pro headphones are priced at $149.99 (regularly $350) in Best Buy's 1-day Apple sale, with open-box units at $113.99.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via 9to5Mac as of Aug 19, 2026, 8:50 PM UTC
ClaimThe Magic Mouse is on sale at Best Buy: white model at $67.99, black at $84.99, and open-box options from $56.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via 9to5Mac as of Aug 19, 2026, 8:50 PM UTC
ClaimAnker's Back to School sale is active with promo code SCHOOL20 taking 20% off sitewide, including the 45W Nano charger at $26, the Prime Qi2.2 chargers, and other accessories.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via 9to5Mac as of Aug 19, 2026, 8:50 PM UTC
ClaimGTA 6 gameplay has leaked online and a hacker group is attempting to extort Rockstar over an all-digital release.	ConfidenceMedium	StatusSingle-source via 9to5Mac as of Aug 19, 2026, 8:50 PM UTC
ClaimBest Buy's 60th Anniversary Sale runs through Aug. 23.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via CNET as of Aug 17, 2026, 8:30 PM UTC
ClaimBest Buy's 60th anniversary sale includes deals on Apple gear, LG TVs, Lenovo laptops, and more.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via CNET as of Aug 17, 2026, 8:30 PM UTC
ClaimOrdering a MacBook Neo during Best Buy's anniversary sale includes a $25 Starbucks gift card.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via CNET as of Aug 17, 2026, 8:30 PM UTC
ClaimWindows PCs are on sale with up to $600 off during Best Buy's anniversary sale.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via CNET as of Aug 17, 2026, 8:30 PM UTC
ClaimA Hisense 58-inch QD50 Hi-QLED 4K Roku TV is on sale for $190, saving $210 (regularly $400).	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via CNET as of Aug 17, 2026, 8:30 PM UTC
ClaimSmall appliances are up to 50% off during Best Buy's anniversary sale.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via CNET as of Aug 17, 2026, 8:30 PM UTC
ClaimApple AirPods are on sale for up to $120 off during Best Buy's anniversary sale.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via CNET as of Aug 17, 2026, 8:30 PM UTC
ClaimThe Garmin Venu 3S smartwatch is on sale for $300, saving $150 (regularly $450).	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via CNET as of Aug 17, 2026, 8:30 PM UTC
ClaimThe Ecovacs Deebot T80 Omni robot vacuum is on sale for $399, saving $601 (regularly $1,000).	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via CNET as of Aug 17, 2026, 8:30 PM UTC
ClaimThe Dyson Cool CF1 bladeless desk fan is on sale for $250, saving $130 (regularly $380).	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via CNET as of Aug 17, 2026, 8:30 PM UTC
ClaimThe second-generation Apple AirPods Max are on sale for $429 in all colors (regularly $549).	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via CNET as of Aug 17, 2026, 8:30 PM UTC
ClaimAn Acer laptop with a 15.3-inch touchscreen is on sale for $189 (regularly almost $500) during Best Buy's anniversary sale.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via CNET as of Aug 17, 2026, 8:30 PM UTC
ClaimCNET's shopping experts are liveblogging the best deals from Best Buy's 60th anniversary sale.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via CNET as of Aug 17, 2026, 8:30 PM UTC

Transparency & Audit Trail

2 outlets · 2 articles consulted: 9to5Mac, CNET 24 claims extracted Version 1 Written 2026-08-19