Apple Leaks Black Friday Discounts on iPods, iPads, Macs

Apple has accidentally leaked its Black Friday deals for this year which include fair discounts on numerous products, including accessories.

The leaked internal documents show that Macs will be discounted by $101 (iMac, MacBook Air and MacBook Pro); iPad discounts will range from $41-$61 (all capacities - 16GB, 32GB, 64GB); the iPod nano's price will be slashed by $11 for all storage capacities; and the iPod touch will see $21-$41 discounts.

Cupertino is also shaving off a few dollars on accessories like the iPad 2 Smart Cover, the Apple Wireless Magic Trackpad, AirPort Extreme, Time Capsule, and AirPort Express, as well as iTunes/App Store/iBookstore gift cards.

The Apple store carries third-party accessories which are also discounted this Friday.

According to 9to5mac’s leak, examples include Western Digital hard drives, the mophie JuicePack Air, a Griffin Universal Remote Control system for the iPod touch, a Phillips clock radio, and more.

Formerly limited to the United States, Black Friday is one of the most exciting shopping events of the year.

Black Friday falls on the day following Thanksgiving Day in the United States - the beginning of the Christmas shopping season.

Traditionally, major retailers open early around this time, some as early as 4 a.m., to kick off their promotional sales.

Apple is no different, with the company reportedly opening its doors to customers between 5AM and 9AM this Friday at 18 locations in North America. At least five outlets will start sales at midnight, according to reports.

In preparation for the shopping event, Apple has posted a teaser on its web site with the message: “Mark your calendar now, and come back to the Apple Online Store the day after Thanksgiving for the special one-day event. You’ll discover amazing iPad, iPod, and Mac gifts for everyone on your list.”