Apple has introduced new additions to its MacBook and iPad series shortly after the launch of the iPhone 17. The tech giant unveiled the MacBook Pro M5 and iPad Pro M5 on October 22, both powered by Apple’s latest M5 chip, delivering enhanced speed and power, along with significant improvements in AI performance. These products are now available for purchase on Apple’s website and Amazon.
The MacBook Pro M5 512GB is priced starting at £1,599, while the 11” iPad Pro 256GB and 13” iPad Pro 256GB are priced at £999 and £1,299, respectively. Apple’s Pro range features some of its top-tier and high-performance products, prompting many consumers to explore monthly deals offered by providers like Sky Mobile and O2 to manage costs, with prices beginning at 90p per day.
For those interested in these new Apple devices, we have compiled a list of preferred retailers, detailing various pricing options from installment plans to upfront costs. Sky Mobile’s introductory prices range from £27 for the 11” iPad Pro M5 to £34 for the 13” iPad Pro M5, with a limited 100MB data allowance included in these packages.
Additionally, Sky’s £35 plan for the MacBook Pro M5, with a £7 upfront fee, offers cost-effective solutions for users who primarily use their devices on WiFi. Customers may opt for Sky eSIM upgrades, ranging from 1GB for £5 to unlimited for £27, with the 50GB for £10 option serving as a balanced choice. Notably, Sky’s contracts extend for 48 months, allowing customers the flexibility to upgrade to a new device after 36 months without additional charges.
Considerably, EE’s iPad Pro plans, though initially seeming expensive, are competitively priced. The 11” iPad Pro M5 on a 12-month plan costs £89.92 plus a £120 upfront fee, equivalent to the upfront purchase price of £1,199. Shoppers can select payment plans ranging from three to 48 months, with the latter costing £31.86 per month. The 13” iPad Pro M5 on a 12-month plan is priced at £112.42 plus £120 upfront.
EE’s 24-month contracts start at £67.50 for the 5GB Essentials plan and go up to £83.70 for the Unlimited All Rounder plan, which includes a choice of Apple Music, Apple TV, or Netflix Standard as an added benefit.
O2 offers various preset plans for both iPad Pro M5 models, starting at £39.20 per month plus £20 upfront for the 11” iPad Pro M5 on a 1GB Classic Plan. For heavier users, the 100GB Plus Plan is available for £51.20 per month and £20 upfront. The 13” iPad Pro M5 on the 1GB Classic Plan costs £45.60 per month and £20 upfront, with the 100GB Plus Plan priced at £57.60 per month and £20 upfront, along with an O2 Extra like Disney+ or Amazon Prime free for up to six months.
These 48-month contracts from various providers consist of an airtime plan for data allowance and a device plan, which can be separated after 24 months. Customers have the option to continue with both plans as is, or make changes or cancel the airtime plan, potentially resulting in reduced costs for the remainder of the contract for those not requiring mobile data.
These developments in Apple’s product lineup offer consumers a wide range of choices to suit their preferences and budgets, showcasing the tech giant’s commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction.