Deals: Shop Lowest-Ever Prices on iPad Air, iPad Pro, iPad mini 5, and Smart Keyboard Folio

There are a few sales happening today surrounding the iPad and related accessories. This includes discounts on the iPad Air, iPad Pro, iPad Pro Smart Keyboard Folio, iPad mini 5, and more.

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To start, you can get the 64GB Wi-Fi iPad Air for $399.99, down from $499.00 on Amazon. This $99 off sale is the lowest price we've ever seen for this version of the iPad Air, and it's available in Gold and Silver.

Secondly, MacMall has an ongoing solid discount on the 64GB cellular 11-inch iPad Pro, available for $749.00, down from $949.00. That's a $200 discount on Apple's original price for the tablet, and it remains the lowest price that we've tracked for this model.

If you're shopping for the iPad mini 5, Amazon has the 256GB cellular model for $639.00, down from $679.00. Although this is only $40 off the original price, it is the lowest we've seen this model drop.

Amazon also has a notable accessory sale for iPad Pro users, with a discount on the 12.9-inch iPad Pro Smart Keyboard Folio. Today you can get the accessory for $169.99, down from $199.00 ($29 off, lowest ever). This keyboard is designed specifically for 12.9-inch iPad Pro tablets, and allows you full access to a QWERTY keyboard, along with display protection when it's folded.

Be sure to visit our full Deals Roundup to shop for even more Apple-related products and accessories.

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10 More Apple Stores Reopen Across China, Other Stores Outside of Beijing Remain Closed

Apple has updated its website to indicate that it will reopen 10 more stores across China, following closures due to the coronavirus outbreak that originated in Wuhan.


The stores, listed below, will reopen on February 19 for limited business hours of 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., or 12 a.m. to 6 p.m. local time until further notice, as noted by iMore.

Chengdu

• Apple Chengdu Vientiane City


• Apple Chengdu Taikoo Li

Dalian

• Apple Dalian Han Lung Plaza


• Apple Centennial City

Guangzhou

• Apple Pearl River New City


• Apple Sky Plaza

Quingdao

• Apple Quingdao Vientiane City (pictured)

Shanghai

• Apple Hong Kong Plaza


• Apple Nanjing East Road


• Apple Pudong

Apple reopened all five of its retail stores in the Beijing area on February 14, operating on similar limited hours.

Apple has yet to announce reopening dates for its other stores in mainland China, which remain listed as closed on its website due to the viral outbreak. Apple began working toward re-opening its corporate offices and contact centers in the country last week.

Reports suggest ongoing delays from the coronavirus outbreak in China will likely impact iPhone production, in particular its upcoming low-cost iPhone, and inventories of existing models could remain low until April or longer.

The coronavirus has infected more than 75,000 people, and there have been at least 1,870 deaths, primarily in China.

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Alto's Odyssey Now Available on macOS

The popular endless runner game for iOS, Alto's Odyssey, is now available on macOS computers via the Mac App Store.


Originally set to debut in summer 2017, Alto's Odyssey is the followup to the original 2015 game Alto's Adventure and while it's a standalone game, it retains the endless runner mechanic that the original was known for while introducing new features, controls, and a new desert location. Both games feature a "one-touch trick system" that players use to control the main character to chain together combos and complete various goals.

Join Alto and his friends and set off on an endless sandboarding journey to discover its secrets.

Soar above windswept dunes, traverse thrilling canyons, and explore long-hidden temples in a fantastical place far from home.

Along the way, you’ll grind across vines, bounce atop hot air balloons, ride towering rock walls, and escape mischievous lemurs – all while uncovering the desert’s many mysteries.

In addition to the game's release on Mac, a simultaneous update has been pushed out to the game on iOS, tvOS, and iPadOS, so that any progress in the game on those platforms will sync with the Mac installation, allowing users to switch between devices and continue where they left off seamlessly.

The release of Alto's Odyssey on Mac mirrors the staggered release of the original Alto's Adventure across Apple platforms, with a Mac launch following mobile versions of the game.

Alto's Odyssey for macOS is available to download for $9.99 on the Mac App Store. Alto's Odyssey for iOS and tvOS is available for $4.99 on the App Store.

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Bose Begins Rollout of AirPlay 2 Support to SoundTouch Speakers and More

As promised, Bose has begun rolling out a firmware update providing AirPlay 2 support for its range of Bose SoundTouch speakers.


Firmware update 24.0.7 works with the following models:

• SoundTouch 10


• SoundTouch 20 series III


• SoundTouch 30 series III


• SoundTouch SA-5 amplifier


• Wave SoundTouch music system IV


• SoundTouch 300 wireless sound bar system


• Lifestyle 550 home entertainment system


• Lifestyle 600 home entertainment system


• Lifestyle 650 home entertainment system

AirPlay 2 support is being rolled out as part of a free over-the-air software update via the Bose SoundTouch app for iPhone and iPad. Simply log into the SoundTouch app and accept the update when it appears.

AirPlay‌ 2 enables multi-room audio playback with other ‌AirPlay‌ 2 devices, such as the HomePod, Apple TV, and select speakers from Sonos, Bose, Bowers & Wilkins, and others. ‌AirPlay‌ 2 devices also appear in the Home app on the iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple Watch and can be controlled with Siri voice commands.

The update also includes SiriusXM (SXM) stability improvements and access to additional SXM content. If you're an SXM user you will need to make sure you have updated to the latest version of the SoundTouch app and that you're using the most recent firmware for your Bose speaker. You’ll also need to add your SiriusXM account details again, even if you’ve connected in the past.

Although deployment of the firmware began on Tuesday, the update will roll out in phases, so some SoundTouch owners may not receive the update until February 25 at the latest.

Bose added AirPlay 2 to select BoseSmart speakers and sound bars last year.

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