How to Save on Apple, Microsoft and More Tablets and Laptops This Semester

Here are nine hot picks for your studies, because you're gonna need 'em.

Whether you’re studying remotely or already back in the classroom, you’ve probably been giving your laptop or tablet the work out of its life lately.

If we’ve learnt anything from self isolation and social distancing, it’s that we rely pretty heavily on the internet to keep connected—and even to study—so you’ll want to make sure your device is ready for the days and months ahead.

Good thing you’re a Student Edge member! (If you’re not, go on and sign up for free right here.)

Student Edge members get access to a huge range of discounts, including across tech brands such as Apple, Microsoft, Samsung, Lenovo, HP and more. Check out our current deals below (accurate as of April/May 2020), and then keep scrolling for some of their hottest releases. 

• Up to $500 off selected Apple products
• 10% off select Surface, PCs and Accessories at the Microsoft Store
• Get up to 25% off across a range of Samsung products
• Up to 50% off at the Lenovo Education Store
• Save up to 40% on selected HP devices

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Apple MacBook Pro

The mack daddy of Mac devices comes with 13-inch and 16-inch Retina displays and can carry up to 8TB of SSD storage. Its giant memory allows for editing large files and smooth multitasking, and its six-speaker sound system and studio quality mics let you test out your GarageBand chops at home. Get your SE discount here.

Apple MacBook Air

If you’re looking for a lighter, more affordable Mac, the Air offers a brilliant high-res Retina display and packs heavy-duty performance into its 1.29kg shell, plus TouchId to ensure your privacy. Get your SE discount here.

Microsoft Surface Pro 7

Microsoft’s ultra-adaptable Surface Pro can be used as a tablet or laptop depending on your preference. Either way, it’s light as a tablet with laptop-level performance, and offers signature accessories like the Surface Pen to make life easier. Get your SE discount here.

Microsoft Surface Pro X

Kick it up a notch with the web-first Surface Pro X, built especially for online experiences (which we're finding are becoming the norm anyway). It’s also super slim with all day battery life (13 hours) and a virtually edge-to-edge PixelSense 13-inch display touchscreen. Get your SE discount here.

Samsung Galaxy Tab S6

Samsung’s tablet offers a PC-like experience with DeX mode, which lets you switch from devices—or use multiple devices—seamlessly. Get up to 256GB in storage and grab an Advanced S Pen for note taking and gesture control. Get your SE discount here.

HP ENVY x360

This convertible 15-inch notebook from HP is perfect for entertainment, but it also comes with a Privacy Camera Kill Switch and fingerprint reader for login, so you’ll know your secrets are safe. Get your SE discount here.

HP Spectre x360

If you want to take it to the next level, you can upgrade to HP’s Spectre range. It’s got a huge battery life and incredible speed for editing and streaming videos. Plus, all the security features (camera kill-switch, microphone mute) that’ll make sure you don’t accidentally embarrass yourself on your next video conference call. Get your SE discount here.

Lenovo Thinkpad E15

Lenovo’s best-selling performance laptop offers enhanced processing, memory and storage and boasts state-of-the-art speakers and audio. One of their most affordable models. Get your SE discount here.

Lenovo Legion Y540

This one’s for the gamers. Yes, you can still get your schoolwork done on the Legion range, but its latest-generation specs also give you maximum power. Get your SE discount here.

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