Apple has started preparing for its annual Back to School promotion in the U.S. and Canada, with backend code signaling the upcoming sale. Students planning to purchase Macs or iPads should hold off, as the promotion typically begins mid-June and runs through September. Last year's sale offered free accessories worth up to $199 with qualifying purchases.

The sale provides an additional bonus beyond Apple's standard educational discount. Eligible customers include students, parents purchasing for students, and employees at K-12 schools and higher-education institutions. Popular items included AirPods, Magic Mouse, Magic Trackpad, and Apple Pencil Pro.

Apple now requires UNiDAYS verification for educational purchases in the U.S. and Canada, requiring academic status confirmation through institutional email, student ID, or other documentation. Students should wait for the official announcement rather than rushing purchases before the sale begins.