Apple Deals of the Week: M5 MacBook Pro Slashed, Anker's CES Chargers Discounted

Another week, another chance for retailers to try and pry money from your wallets. But amidst the usual January doldrums, some actual deals have surfaced. This week, the M5 MacBook Pro sees significant price drops, Anker (https://www.anker.com/) is offering pre-order discounts on its newly announced Nano chargers from CES 2026, and the Apple Pencil Pro hits an all-time low. Let's cut through the marketing fluff and see what's actually worth your attention.

Anker's Nano Chargers: A CES Highlight with Early Savings

Anker (https://www.anker.com/) unveiled a fresh lineup of Nano chargers at CES this week, and you can already snag some of them at a discount. The new 45W Nano Charger is available for $29.99 (down from $39.99), and the Nano Docking Station is marked down to $109.69 from $149.99.

These pre-order discounts are a solid incentive for early adopters. While I haven't had my hands on these specific models yet, Anker's reputation for reliable charging solutions precedes them. Just be sure to factor in the delivery date – patience is key when pre-ordering.

iPad mini 7 and Apple Pencil Pro: Portable Power at a Lower Price

For those eyeing a compact tablet, Amazon and Best Buy are offering discounts of up to $109 on the iPad mini 7. The base 128GB Wi-Fi model starts at $389.99, a welcome drop from its usual $499 price tag. Various discounts are also available for the 256GB and 512GB configurations, as noted by MacRumors (https://www.macrumors.com/2026/01/09/best-apple-deals-of-the-week-1-9-26/).

The Apple Pencil Pro is also seeing a price cut, hitting an all-time low of $92.97 on Amazon. If you're already invested in the iPad ecosystem, this is a no-brainer. It's responsive, accurate, and enhances the iPad experience considerably.

M5 MacBook Pro: Power User Savings

The real head-turner this week is the discount on the 14-inch M5 MacBook Pro. The 16GB RAM/512GB SSD configuration is down to $1,449.00 from $1,599.00, while the 1TB model is available for $1,599.99, a $199 savings.

While not the absolute lowest prices we've seen, these are still competitive deals for a powerhouse machine. The M5 chip offers a noticeable performance jump over previous generations, making it ideal for demanding tasks like video editing and software development.

Amazon is also offering the Apple 25W MagSafe charger for $30, a $10 savings according to Engadget (https://www.engadget.com/deals/this-apple-25w-magsafe-charger-is-on-sale-for-only-30-141707593.html?src=rss). If you're in the market for a wireless charger for your iPhone 16, iPhone 17 or iPhone Air, this could be a viable option. While older iPhones will charge at a slower 15W, the charger is also compatible with AirPods wireless charging cases.

These deals represent a decent start to 2026, particularly for those in the market for a new MacBook Pro or iPad mini. As always, do your research and compare prices before pulling the trigger, but these offers are certainly worth considering.