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Why Apple's MacBook and iPad Prices Have Increased by Up to 42% Worldwide

Latestly.com

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June 26, 2026

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Apple Inc. has implemented sharp price increases across its global hardware portfolio, raising the starting costs of various MacBook and iPad models by 20 to 42 compared to their initial launch figures.

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CNET

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· Jun 29, 2026

Your Next iPad and Mac Are Going to Cost More. Here's Every Apple Price Hike

Apple just raised prices across several iPads, Macs and home devices. Here's why and by how much.

Engadget

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· Jun 25, 2026

Apple hikes prices for most of its hardware

Macs, MacBooks, iPads and other Apple products just got more expensive.

Mashable

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· Jul 6, 2026

Apples prices are climbing, but these deals can still save you hundreds on MacBooks, iPads, and more

Apple prices have recently increased across MacBooks, iPads, and more, but select deals are still available on MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, iPad Air, and AirPods, saving shoppers hundreds.

MobileSyrup

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· Jun 25, 2026

Apple raised prices, here’s why your next MacBook costs up to $400 more

Apple raised prices for several of its products, including iPads, MacBooks, and more, in Canada and other regions. Below is a list of Apple products that have seen price increases in Canada so far. Notably, the company hasn’t increased the cost of iPhone models yet, though the company is widely expected to charge more for []

NaturalNews.com

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· Jun 26, 2026

Apple Raises Prices on Products, Citing Rising Chip Costs

(NaturalNews) Apple has announced price increases on several products, including the MacBook Pro and its new Neo laptop, according to company statements released Ju...

Inc.com

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· Jun 26, 2026

Apple’s Finally Raising Prices. Here’s What That Means for the Rest of the Tech Industry—and Its Customers

Apple increased prices on Macs, iPads, and more this week after months of shielding customers from an AI-driven memory shortage.

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