Black Friday lands on November 27 this year, but the Mac discounts aren't waiting. Amazon has cut the 15-inch MacBook Air to $1,299.99 — a $199.01 markdown in its early Black Friday push.

It's part of a broader pattern: lowest-ever prices are already appearing on Apple's most popular Macs in the lead-up to the shopping holiday, with deals tracked across the MacBook Air, Mac mini, and other models.

The practical takeaway for buyers: the early-deal window is live now, and Apple hardware discounts of this size often come and go before the official date. If a specific configuration is on your list, it's worth watching prices through the month rather than banking on the day itself.