As a brief aside, the Apple Store's usual Black Friday gift card offer will be live starting Nov. 29; M2 and M3 MacBooks will come with free vouchers worth up to $200. That doesn't beat any of the dollars-off discounts available elsewhere, but it could be a practical option for those enmeshed in the Apple ecosystem.

Microsoft is on a mission to change your perception of premium laptops and it’s doing so by making a compelling case against the MacBook. With the recent launch of the Surface Laptop 2024 series, Microsoft is determined to show that if you’re seeking top-tier power and innovation within the Windows ecosystem,

One huge highlight is the latest Microsoft Surface Laptop at Amazon for $1,099.99 (was $1,299.99). That's a $200 saving off the regular price, but crucially, this is an all-time low for the laptop. Since its launch earlier this year, the laptop has rarely dipped in price until the last few weeks.