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Apple launches festive sale in India

17 sourcesUpdated 12 Oct 2026, 6:10 am Coverage regionsIndia · International
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Apple announced a festive sale in India running from October 11 to November 11.

The offers include up to Rs 15,000 in instant cashback on selected MacBook Pro and iPhone models, along with no-cost EMI options on eligible devices.

Apple’s Trade In programme is reported to offer up to Rs 81,500 in exchange value.

The sale also includes special-edition AirPods 5 with rangoli-inspired engraving or a rangoli-inspired wireless charging case, priced at Rs 17,900 or Rs 17,900.

Why it mattersThe discount rollout could shift upgrade timing and holiday spending across iPhones, Macs, and accessories in India.
More context

Some reporting says Apple is also offering free digital rangoli drawing sessions, including sessions developed with artist Arushi Kathuria and sessions hosted on iPads.

The coverage places the sale in the context of the festive season in India and notes it alongside competing sales from other retailers.

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What coverage agrees on

Across the supplied reporting, there is broad agreement that Apple has launched a festive sale in India running from October 11 to November 11, with cashback and other purchase incentives. The coverage also consistently notes themed AirPods 5 and additional festive or creative tie-ins.

What is changing or disputed

Details that could still vary by source include the exact product list, how the rangoli-themed AirPods 5 are described, and whether the extra digital rangoli sessions are presented as a central feature or a side offer. The reports also differ in which devices are singled out for the largest cashback amounts.

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The neutral reporting says Apple has launched a festive sale in India with cashback, EMI and trade-in offers available for a limited period. It repeatedly identifies the sale window as October 11 to November 11 and notes up to Rs 15,000 cashback on selected iPhone and MacBook Pro models. It also mentions themed AirPods 5 and some festive activities, while keeping the coverage centered on consumer promotions. The overall framing is descriptive and does not raise concerns or disputes.

Distinctive emphasis — reported claim, not independently verified.Sources: The Hans India, News24Online
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India Today Neutral framing Provisional rating

Apple festive sale announced: Up to Rs 15,000 off on iPhone 18 Pro, MacBook Pro and more

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India Today reports on Apple launching its festive sale in India alongside competitors like Amazon and Flipkart, running from October 11 to November 11. The article details specific cashback amounts across various product lines, including up to Rs 15,000 off on the iPhone 18 Pro series and MacBook Pro models. It also mentions trade-in options providing up to Rs 81,500 in exchange value and special-edition rangoli-engraved AirPods 5.

The Hans India Neutral framing Reported

Apple Festive Sale 2026: Rangoli AirPods 5 Launched, Get Up to Rs 15,000 Cashback

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The Hans India reports that Apple has started its festive sale in India ahead of Diwali, spanning from October 11 to November 11, 2026. The source states that the campaign features limited-edition AirPods 5 with rangoli-inspired engravings priced at Rs 17,900. Furthermore, the report outlines bank cashback offers up to Rs 15,000, no-cost EMI options for various devices, and free digital rangoli drawing sessions developed with artist Arushi Kathuria.

News24Online Neutral framing Reported

Apple festive sale 2026: Rangoli-engraved AirPods 5 launched, get up to Rs 15000 cashback on iPhones and Macs

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News24Online reports that Apple has launched its festive sale in India running from October 11 to November 11, 2026. The publication notes that the campaign includes special-edition AirPods 5 featuring a rangoli-inspired wireless charging case priced at Rs 17900. Additionally, the report outlines up to Rs 15000 in instant cashback and no-cost EMI options on selected iPhones, Macs, iPads, and Apple Watches, alongside free digital rangoli drawing sessions hosted on iPads.