November 2008

Apple resellers continue MacBook sales, up to $300 off MSRP!
Saturday, November 29 2008 @ 10:29 AM ET | Article Link
 Apple's Black Friday sale may be over, but Apple resellers continue to offer steep discounts 13" MacBooks, MacBook Airs, and 15"/17" MacBook Pros this holiday season, with prices as low as $300 off MSRP (note that these prices exceed the discounts offered by Apple on Black Friday). The following is a roundup of the lowest sale prices we've seen from Apple Authorized Internet/Catalog Resellers. Be sure to visit our price trackers for a list of the current prices on all new Macs from Apple's Resellers - we update the price trackers each morning:

- 17" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro: $2498.99 at ClubMac sku 7684032 $300 off MSRP
- 15" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro: $2198.99 ClubMac sku 7684021 $300 off MSRP
- 15" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro: $1748.99 ClubMac sku 7684020 $250 off MSRP

- 13" 2.4GHz Aluminum MacBook: $1399.99 at MacConnection sku 8252974 $200 off MSRP
- 13" 2.0GHz Aluminum MacBook: $1149.99 at MacConnection sku 8252966 $150 off MSRP
- 13" 2.1GHz White MacBook: $899.99 at MacConnection sku 8252982 $100 off MSRP

- 13" 1.8GHz/128GB SSD MacBook Air: $2319.99 at MacMall sku 7684029 $180 off MSRP
- 13" 1.6GHz/128GB HD MacBook Air: $1649.99 at MacMall sku 7684027 $150 off MSRP preorder

Week's Best MacBook Deals
Saturday, November 29 2008 @ 10:17 AM ET | Article Link
We've posted the Week's Best Deals on MacBooks, MacBook Airs, and MacBook Pros for Saturday, the 29th of November. This includes the new late-2008 models just introduced. Find the lowest price or the best set of bundles from Apple's Authorized Resellers with these deals: Week's Best MacBook Pro Deals | Week's Best MacBook Deals | Week's Best MacBook Air Deals

And, as always, keep an eye on our price trackers at MacPrices for the latest prices and bundles from Apple's resellers. We update our price trackers each morning.

Updated MacBook Price Trackers
Saturday, November 29 2008 @ 10:15 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our MacBook Price Trackers with the latest information on prices, bundles, and availability from Apple's authorized internet/catalog resellers. New late-2008 models are represented as well as previous-generation MacBooks. The following charts are available:

Apple EDU: Free all-in-one printer, MacBooks up to $200 off MSRP
Saturday, November 29 2008 @ 10:14 AM ET | Article Link
Purchase a new MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, or MacBook at The Apple Store for Education and take up to $200 off MSRP. All teachers and students qualify for the discount. Ground shipping is free:

- 17" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro: $2599 $200 off
- 15" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro: $2299 $200 off
- 15" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro: $1899 $100 off

- 13" 2.4GHz Alum MacBook: $1499 $100 off
- 13" 2.0GHz Alum MacBook $1249 $50 off
- 13" 2.1GHz White MacBook: $949 $50 off

- 13" 1.8GHz/128GB MacBook Air: $2299 $200 off
- 13" 1.6GHz/120GB MacBook Air: $1699 $100 off

Click here to make your purchase.

Receive $100 back on a qualifying printer with your purchase via online rebate. The HP Photosmart C4480 All-in-One Printer, Scanner, Copier and the Canon PIXMA MP470 all-in-one are both available for $99.95. Use this rebate to reduce that price to $0 when you purchase your Mac.

Save $50 on new 15" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro with different hard drive
Saturday, November 29 2008 @ 10:14 AM ET | Article Link
Choose an optional 250GB 5400RPM hard drive as a configure-to-order option with the new 15" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro at The Apple Store, in place of the standard 320GB 5400RPM drive, and Apple will reduce the price from $2499 to $2449. Shipping is free.

Apple offers early-'08 15" MacBook Pros for $700 off MSRP
Saturday, November 29 2008 @ 10:13 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has leftover early-2008 15" MacBooks available in their Special Deals section for up to $700 off original MSRP. Shipping is free:

- 15" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro: $1599 was $1999
- 15" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro: $1799 was $2499

17" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro (early-'08) available for $2099; save $700
Saturday, November 29 2008 @ 10:11 AM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com is again offering leftover early-2008 17" 2.5GHz MacBook Pros for $2099.99. Look for item number B0013FPMXG. Original MSRP for this model was $2799. A $150 online rebate is required.

15" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro (early-'08) available for $1299
Saturday, November 29 2008 @ 10:11 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has the early-2008 15" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro in stock today for $1299.99 after a $150 mail-in rebate (see their site for rebate form). Look for item number 8254304. Their price is $700 off original MSRP for this model.

13" 2.4GHz White MacBook now available for $996
Saturday, November 29 2008 @ 10:09 AM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com has lowered their price on new, leftover, early-2008 13" 2.4GHz White MacBooks to $996, after applicable online rebate. To qualify for the rebate, you must purchase the Mac from Amazon.com -- not one of their partners (Office Depot, etc.). Ground shipping is free:

- 13" White 2.4GHz MacBook: $996.99 original MSRP $1299; sku B0013FPYRK

13" 2.4GHz MacBooks w/4GB RAM available starting at $1124
Saturday, November 29 2008 @ 10:08 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has dropped prices on early-2008 13" 2.4GHz MacBooks with 4GB of installed RAM. Mail-in rebate is required for this discount. Shipping is free, and both models are in stock today:

- 13" 2.4GHz Black MacBook/4GB RAM: $1199.99 sku 8621135 was $1299
- 13" 2.4GHz White MacBook/4GB RAM: $1124.99 sku 8621071 was $1274

Apple refurbished 13" MacBooks available starting at $949
Saturday, November 29 2008 @ 10:07 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished early-2008 13" 2.4GHz MacBooks available today starting at only $949. Each model comes with an Apple one-year warranty, and ground shipping is free. The following configurations are available today:

- 13" 2.4GHz MacBook Black: $1049
- 13" 2.4GHz MacBook White: $949

13" 2.1GHz MacBook available for $868.99
Saturday, November 29 2008 @ 10:06 AM ET | Article Link
MacMall has the early-2008 13" 2.1GHz White MacBook now available for $868.99 after a $75 mail-in rebate. Look for item number 7404921. Their price is the lowest we've seen for this model.

Available bundles, free after applicable mail-in rebates, include a copy of Parallels Desktop 4.0, and Epson Stylus NX400 printer, Intego VirusBarrier X5, and a carrying case.

Apple offers leftover early-'08 MacBooks for $300 off MSRP
Saturday, November 29 2008 @ 10:06 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has leftover early-2008 13" 2.4GHz MacBooks available in their Special Deals section for up to $300 off original MSRP. Shipping is free:

- 13" 2.4GHz White MacBook: $1149 original MSRP $1299
- 13" 2.4GHz Black MacBook: $1199 original MSRP $1499

Apple refurbished MacBook Airs available starting at $1199
Saturday, November 29 2008 @ 10:05 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished 13" MacBook Airs available today starting at $1199. Each model comes with an Apple one-year warranty, and ground shipping is free. The following configurations are available:

- 13" 1.6GHz/80GB HD MacBook Air: $1199 was $1349
- 13" 1.8GHz/80GB HD MacBook Air: $1399 was $1499
- 13" 1.8GHz/64GB SSD MacBook Air: $1699 was $1799

13" 1.6GHz/80GB HD MacBook Air now available for $1199; save $600
Saturday, November 29 2008 @ 10:03 AM ET | Article Link
MacMall has the 13" 1.6GHz/80GB MacBook Air in stock today for $1199.99 after a $100 mail-in rebate (see their site for rebate form). Look for item number 7373085. Original MSRP for this model was $1799. Ground shipping is free.

Leftover MacBook Air available from Apple for $1399
Saturday, November 29 2008 @ 10:02 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has leftover early-2008 13" 1.6GHz/80GB MacBook Airs available in their Special Deals section for $400 off original MSRP. Shipping is free:

- 13" 1.6GHz/80GB HD MacBook Air: $1399 original MSRP $1799

1.6GHz MacBook Air available for $1305 w/Windows XP preinstalled
Saturday, November 29 2008 @ 10:02 AM ET | Article Link
MacMall has new, leftover, previous-generation 13" 1.6GHz/80GB HD MacBook Airs available for $1355.03 including Apple's Boot Camp and Windows XP Home preinstalled. Look for item number 7373318. Original MSRP for this Air was $1799, and XP Home retails for $199 at MacMall, so your savings amounts to approximately $700. Shipping is free. Offer available while supplies last!

15" 2.2GHz MacBook Pro/Glossy available for $1299
Saturday, November 29 2008 @ 10:01 AM ET | Article Link
OnSale has new, leftover 2007 15" 2.2GHz MacBook Pros with Glossy Displays in stock and available for $1299.99. Look for item number 7256720. $200 mail-in rebate required. Original MSRP for this model was $1999.

17" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro w/4GB RAM available for $1799
Saturday, November 29 2008 @ 10:00 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has new, unopened 2007 17" 2.4GHz MacBook Pros in stock today for $1799.95 with 4GB of RAM preinstalled. Look for item number 8340958. Original MSRP for this configuration was $3399. Shipping is free.

17" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro available for $1699
Saturday, November 29 2008 @ 10:00 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has new, leftover, unopened 2007 17" 2.4GHz MacBook Pros available for $1699.95 after a $150 mail-in rebate (see site for rebate form). Look for item number 7586219. Their price is $1100 off original MSRP for this model, and shipping is free.

Free all-in-one printer with purchase of new Mac from Apple
Saturday, November 29 2008 @ 9:56 AM ET | Article Link
Purchase a new Mac from The Apple Store and receive $100 back on a qualifying printer after applicable online rebate. The HP Photosmart C4480 All-in-One Printer, Scanner, Copier and the Canon PIXMA MP470 all-in-one are both available for $99.95. Use this rebate to reduce that price to $0 when you purchase your Mac.

Updated Apple Certified Refurbished Products Page
Saturday, November 29 2008 @ 9:56 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our Apple Certified Refurbished Macs and iPods page for Saturday, the 29th of November. Use this page to quickly scan available products from Apple's Special Deals Section. Apple Certified Refurbished products come with a standard Apple one-year warranty and can be discounted up to $850 or more.

Updated Clearance Price Trackers
Saturday, November 29 2008 @ 9:55 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our Clearance Mac Laptops Price Trackers with all the latest information on prices and availability for refurbished, open-box return, leftover, and used MacBooks, PowerBooks, and iBooks from Apple's Authorized Internet/Catalog Resellers. We've also updated our Clearance Mac Desktops Price Tracker with the latest information on Mac Pros, iMacs, and minis.

Updated Mac Pro, iMac, and Mac mini Price Trackers
Saturday, November 29 2008 @ 9:55 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our Mac Pro Price Tracker, iMac Price Tracker, and Mac mini Price Tracker with the latest information on prices, bundles, and availability from Apple's Authorized Internet/Catalog Resellers.

Resellers continue iPod sale prices, up to $40 off MSRP
Saturday, November 29 2008 @ 9:54 AM ET | Article Link
Resellers are discounting the new fall 2008 iPods by up to $40 off MSRP for the holiday season. All models are in stock:

- 32GB iPod touch: $359.95 MSRP $399 at MacConnection
- 16GB iPod touch: $269.95 MSRP $299 at MacConnection
- 8GB iPod touch: $209.99 MSRP $229 at MacConnection
- 16GB iPod nano: $179.99 MSRP $199 at MacConnection
- 8GB iPod nano: $133.99 MSRP $149 at MacConnection
- 120GB iPod classic: $219.97 MSRP $249 at J&R

These prices are the lowest currently available.

Refurbished 2007 iPod nanos available from only $79
Saturday, November 29 2008 @ 9:52 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished Silver 3G 4GB iPod nanos in stock today for $79. That's a $20 price drop. Apple Certified Refurbished 2007 8GB iPod nanos (all colors) are in stock for $99, down from $129. An Apple one-year warranty is included with each model, ground shipping is free.

Apple refurbished iPod touch available from $179
Saturday, November 29 2008 @ 9:52 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished iPod touches available starting at $179. An Apple one-year warranty is included with these models, and ground shipping is free. Click here to purchase on of these iPods:

- 32GB iPod touch: $319 (was $399)
- 16GB iPod touch: $239 (was $299)
- 8GB iPod touch: $179 (was $199)

Refurbished 2GB iPod shuffles available for $59
Saturday, November 29 2008 @ 9:52 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished 2GB iPod shuffles available for $59. An Apple one-year warranty is included, and ground shipping is free. Their price is $10 off MSRP for new models.

Refurbished 1GB iPod shuffles available for $39
Saturday, November 29 2008 @ 9:51 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished 1GB iPod shuffles available for $39. An Apple one-year warranty is included, and ground shipping is free.

Updated iPod Price Trackers
Saturday, November 29 2008 @ 9:51 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our iPod Price Trackers with the latest information on prices, bundles, and availabilty from over 40 of Apple's Authorized iPod Resellers. The following price trackers are available:

- iPod shuffle Prices
- iPod nano Prices
- iPod classic Prices
- iPod touch Prices
- iPhone Prices

Updated Apple TV Price Tracker
Saturday, November 29 2008 @ 9:50 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our Apple TV Price Tracker with the latest information from over 20 Apple resellers. Discounts currently range up to $20 off MSRP for new models and up to $70 for refurbished units.

Updated Mac OS X Price Tracker: Leopard
Saturday, November 29 2008 @ 9:50 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our Mac OS X Price Tracker with the latest information on prices and availability for Mac OS X 10.5 (Leopard) from 24 of Apple's resellers.

Updated Apple Cinema Displays Price Tracker
Saturday, November 29 2008 @ 9:50 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our Apple Displays Price Tracker with all the latest information on prices and availability for new and clearance Apple Cinema Displays from Apple's Authorized Internet/Catalog Resellers. Several resellers are offering discounted and/or clearance displays today.

30" Apple Cinema Display available for $1709; $90 off MSRP
Saturday, November 29 2008 @ 8:47 AM ET | Article Link
B&H Photo Video has 30" Apple Cinema Displays available for $1709.95. That's a $90 discount over standard MSRP. Look for item number M9179LL/A.

Save up to $300 with Apple Refurbished Displays
Saturday, November 29 2008 @ 8:46 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished Cinema Displays available today for up to $300 off the price of new models. Each display comes with an Apple one-year warranty, and ground shipping is free:

- 30" Cinema Display: $1499 MSRP $1799
- 23" Cinema Display: $749 MSRP $899
- 20" Cinema Display: $499 MSRP $599

Apple Store Black Friday deals for 2008
Friday, November 28 2008 @ 7:43 AM ET | Article Link
 The Apple Store has posted their Black Friday deals for 2008. The following discounts are available:

iPods
- Save $11 on iPod nanos. The 8GB iPod nano is available for $138. The 16GB iPod nano is available for $188.
- Save $21 on iPod classics. The 120GB iPod classic is available for $228.
- Save $21 on the iPod touch. The 8GB iPod touch is available for $208, 16GB available for $278, 32GB available for $378

Apple TV
- Save $21 on Apple TVs. The 40GB model is available for $208, 160GB available for $308.

iMacs
- 20" 2.4GHz iMac: $1148 $51 off
- 20" 2.66GHz iMac: $1398 $101 off
- 24" 2.8GHz iMac: $1698 $101 off
- 24" 3.06GHz iMac: $2098 $101 off

13" MacBooks
- 13" 2.4GHz MacBook: $1198 $101 off
- 13" 2.0GHz MacBook: $1498 $101 off
- 13" 2.1GHz MacBook: $948 $51 off

Click here to take advantage of these savings. Note that these sale prices are valid for today only. Apple is also discounting numerous third-party accessories. Be sure to visit our Mac and iPod price trackers at Mac Prices today, too, since several Apple resellers are offering even steeper discounts on these models.

Roundup of Holiday Mac sale prices, save up to $300 off MSRP
Wednesday, November 26 2008 @ 10:47 AM ET | Article Link
 Apple resellers are offering steep discounts on many new Mac desktops and laptops this holiday season, with prices as low as $300 off MSRP. The following is a roundup of the lowest sale prices from several Apple Authorized Internet/Catalog Resellers. We'll be covering Apple's Black Friday sale early Friday morning, but in the meantime, peruse these discounts, and note that Apple's price discounts may or may not be as good as these deals. Be sure to visit our price trackers for a list of the current prices on all new Macs from Apple's Resellers - we update the price trackers each morning:

- 17" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro: $2498.99 at ClubMac sku 7684032 $300 off MSRP
- 15" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro: $2198.99 ClubMac sku 7684021 $300 off MSRP
- 15" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro: $1748.99 ClubMac sku 7684020 $250 off MSRP

- 13" 2.4GHz Aluminum MacBook: $1399.99 at MacConnection sku 8252974 $200 off MSRP
- 13" 2.0GHz Aluminum MacBook: $1149.99 at MacConnection sku 8252966 $150 off MSRP
- 13" 2.1GHz White MacBook: $898.99 at MacMall sku 7684039 $100 off MSRP

- 13" 1.8GHz/128GB SSD MacBook Air: $2319.99 at MacMall sku 7684029 $180 off MSRP
- 13" 1.6GHz/128G0 HD MacBook Air: $1649.99 at Best Buy sku 9119633 $150 off MSRP preorder

- 2.0GHz Mac mini: $739.99 at MacMall sku 7288185 $70 off MSRP
- 1.8GHz Mac mini: $544 at MacMall sku 7288184 $55 off MSRP

- 24" 2.8GHz iMac: $1599.99 at at MacConnection sku 8517178 $200 off MSRP
- 20" 2.6GHz iMac: $1349.99 sku at at MacConnection 8517151 $150 off MSRP
- 20" 2.4GHz iMac: $1079.99 at MacMall sku 7497733 $120 off MSRP

- 2.8GHz Mac Pro: $2549.99 at MacMall sku 7371957 $250 off MSRP

These are the lowest prices currently available from Apple's internet resellers.

Update 11/27:
Best Buy's sale prices have ended.

Roundup of Apple Refurbished MacBooks and MacBook Pros
Wednesday, November 26 2008 @ 10:10 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has several Apple Certified Refurbished MacBooks, MacBook Airs, and MacBook Pros available today starting at only $849. Each model comes with an Apple one-year warranty, and ground shipping is free. The following configurations are available today:

- 17" 2.6GHz MacBook Pro HD/200GB 7200RPM HD (early 2008): $2399
- 17" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro/HD: $2199
- 17" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro/matte or glossy (early 2008): $1999
- 17" 2.33GHz MacBook Pro/matte or glossy: $1899

- 15" 2.6GHz MacBook Pro/200GB 7200RPM HD (early 2008): $1799
- 15" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro (early 2008): $1499
- 15" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro (early 2008): $1349
- 15" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro (June 2007): $1299
- 15" 2.2GHz MacBook Pro (June 2007): $1249

- 13" 1.6GHz/80GB HD MacBook Air: $1199
- 13" 1.8GHz/80GB HD MacBook Air: $1399
- 13" 1.8GHz/64GB SSD MacBook Air: $1699

- 13" 2.4GHz MacBook Black: $1049
- 13" 2.4GHz MacBook White: $949
- 13" 2.1GHz MacBook White: $849
- 13" 2.2GHz MacBook Black: $999

Click here to purchase any of these models, and note that some models may sell out quickly today.

Review: FastMac U-Charge Universal Battery Charger for Apple Laptops
Wednesday, November 26 2008 @ 10:06 AM ET | Article Link
by Charles W. Moore

FastMacˆs new ¶U-Charge¾ is a 45W external battery charger that connects directly to the batteryˆs terminals to recharge batteries that supports batteries for for most G3 and later Apple laptops including iBooks, MacBooks MacBook Pros & PowerBooks. It connects directly to the batteryˆs terminals to recharge the battery without necessity of inserting the battery a laptop. Read More...

Huge MacBook Holiday Sale! $300 off MacBook Pros, $200 off MacBooks!
Tuesday, November 25 2008 @ 10:03 AM ET | Article Link
 MacConnection has crashed prices on late-2008 15" and 17" MacBook Pros and late-2008 13" MacBooks for the Holiday shopping season. Prices for some models are reduced by as much as $300 off MSRP (prices include applicable instant discounts, plus mail-in rebate). Their prices are the lowest we've seen for these models from any Apple Authorized Reseller. All models are in stock today with free shipping:

- 17" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro: $2499 sku 8254451 $300 off MSRP
- 15" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro: $2199 sku 8254443 $300 off MSRP
- 15" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro: $1749 sku 8254427 $250 off MSRP

- 13" 2.4GHz Aluminum MacBook: $1399.99 sku 8252974 $200 off MSRP
- 13" 2.0GHz Aluminum MacBook: $1149.99 sku 8252966 $150 off MSRP
- 13" 2.1GHz White MacBook: $899.99 sku 8252982 $100 off MSRP

Optional bundled items, free after rebates, include a copy of VMware Fusion software, an HP Photosmart C4250 all-in-one printer, and a Mobile Edge carrying case.

Holiday iPod sale prices, up to $40 off MSRP
Tuesday, November 25 2008 @ 9:52 AM ET | Article Link
Resellers are discounting the new fall 2008 iPods by up to $40 off MSRP for the holiday season. All models are in stock:

- 32GB iPod touch: $359.95 MSRP $399 at MacConnection
- 16GB iPod touch: $269.95 MSRP $299 at MacConnection
- 8GB iPod touch: $209.99 MSRP $229 at MacConnection
- 16GB iPod nano: $179.99 MSRP $199 at MacConnection
- 8GB iPod nano: $133.99 MSRP $149 at MacConnection
- 120GB iPod classic: $219.97 MSRP $249 at J&R

These prices are the lowest currently available.

13" 2.1GHz White MacBook available for $799.99
Tuesday, November 25 2008 @ 8:59 AM ET | Article Link
 MacConnection has the early-2008 13" 2.1GHz White MacBook on sale for $799.99 after applicable $50 mail-in rebate (see their site for form). Shipping is free. Their price is the lowest we've seen for this model. Look for sku 8252894.

15" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro (early-'08) available for $1299
Tuesday, November 25 2008 @ 8:57 AM ET | Article Link
 MacConnection has the early-2008 15" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro in stock today for $1299.99 after a $150 mail-in rebate (see their site for rebate form). Look for item number 8254304. Their price is $700 off original MSRP for this model.

Leftover 2.4GHz 13" MacBooks available at Amazon starting at $996
Tuesday, November 25 2008 @ 8:37 AM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com has leftover 13" MacBooks in stock today for up to $411 off original MSRP, after applicable online rebate. To qualify for the rebate, you must purchase the Mac from Amazon.com -- not one of their partners (Office Depot, etc.). All models are in stock today with 24-hour shipping. Ground shipping is free:

- 13" Black 2.4GHz MacBook: $1088.98 original MSRP $1499; sku B0013FNZ1M
- 13" White 2.4GHz MacBook: $996.99 original MSRP $1299; sku B0013FPYRK

15" 2.2GHz MacBook Pro (refurbished) available for $1249
Tuesday, November 25 2008 @ 8:35 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished 15" 2.2GHz MacBook Pros (June '07 models) available for $1249. An Apple one-year warranty is included, and ground shipping is free. Glossy and matte displays are available.

AirPort Express (refurbished) available for $79; save $20
Tuesday, November 25 2008 @ 8:21 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished AirPort Express Base Stations available for $79. MSRP for new models is $99; so this represents a $20 savings. Click here to purchase one of these base stations (click on the Mac Accessories link in the left column of their page to see these units).

Amazon offers Holiday sale prices on new MacBooks
Monday, November 24 2008 @ 9:13 AM ET | Article Link
 Amazon.com has reduced prices on the new family of late-2008 MacBooks. Prices include instant rebates plus $50-$100 online rebates. To qualify for the rebates, you must purchase the Mac from Amazon.com -- not one of their partners (Office Depot, etc.). Most models are in stock today with 24-hour shipping. Ground shipping is free:

- 17" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro: $2694; sku B0013FJNCM MSRP $2799
- 15" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro: $2308.98; sku B0017J7T7A MSRP $2499
- 15" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro: $1864.97; sku B0013FJBX8 MSRP $1999

- 13" Alum 2.4GHz MacBook: $1469.98 MSRP $1599; sku B001GCTT7G
- 13" Alum 2.0GHz MacBook: $1219.98 MSRP $1299; sku B001D8S9E2
- 13" White 2.1GHz MacBook: $919.98 MSRP $999; sku B001I912NG

- 13" 1.8GHz/128GB SSD MacBook Air: $2369.98 MSRP $2499; sku B001GCTT80
- 13" 1.6GHz/120GB HD MacBook Air: $1749 MSRP $1799; sku B001GCTT7Q preorder

Best Buy is also offering Holiday sale prices on the new MacBooks, be sure to see our coverage from yesterday.

Updated MacBook Price Trackers
Monday, November 24 2008 @ 9:06 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our MacBook Price Trackers with the latest information on prices, bundles, and availability from Apple's authorized internet/catalog resellers. New late-2008 models are represented as well as previous-generation MacBooks. The following charts are available:

Up to $900 off leftover 15" early-2008 MacBook Pros
Monday, November 24 2008 @ 9:04 AM ET | Article Link
ClubMac has leftover early-2008 15" MacBook Pros on sale for up to $900 off original MSRP. A $150 mail-in rebate is required:

- 15" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro: $1598.99 was $2499; sku 7405627
- 15" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro: $1429.94 was $1999; sku 7405626

Available bundles, free after applicable mail-in rebates, include a copy of Parallels Desktop 4.0, and Epson Stylus NX400 printer, Intego VirusBarrier X5, and a carrying case.

13" 2.4GHz MacBooks w/4GB RAM available starting at $1124
Monday, November 24 2008 @ 9:01 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has dropped prices on early-2008 13" 2.4GHz MacBooks with 4GB of installed RAM. Mail-in rebate is required for this discount. Shipping is free, and both models are in stock today:

- 13" 2.4GHz Black MacBook/4GB RAM: $1199.99 sku 8621135 was $1299
- 13" 2.4GHz White MacBook/4GB RAM: $1124.99 sku 8621071 was $1274

Holiday sale prices at Best Buy, lowest prices on some new Macs!
Sunday, November 23 2008 @ 11:31 AM ET | Article Link
 Best Buy has jumped the gun on Holiday sale pricing by offering the lowest prices on some new Macs from any Apple Authorized Reseller, including the new 13" MacBooks, MacBook Airs, iMacs, and Mac minis. The following configurations are available, and note that no rebates are required for these prices. Shipping is free, and local pickup is available (order online first):

- 13" 2.4GHz Aluminum MacBook: $1449.99 sku 9107432 $150 off MSRP
- 13" 2.0GHz Aluminum MacBook: $1199.99 sku 9107414 $100 off MSRP
- 13" 2.1GHz White MacBook: $899.99 sku 9107398 $100 off MSRP

- 13" 1.8GHz/128GB SSD MacBook Air: $2349.99 sku 9119759 $150 off MSRP
- 13" 1.6GHz/128G0 HD MacBook Air: $1649.99 sku 9119633 $150 off MSRP preorder

- 2.0GHz Mac mini: $749 sku 8480315 $50 off MSRP
- 1.8GHz Mac mini: $549 sku 8480299 $50 off MSRP

- 24" 2.8GHz iMac: $1649.99 sku 8844726 $150 off MSRP
- 20" 2.6GHz iMac: $1399.99 sku 8844682 $100 off MSRP
- 20" 2.4GHz iMac: $1099.99 sku 8844557 $100 off MSRP

Update 11/27:
Best Buy's Apple sale has ended.

Week's Best MacBook Deals
Sunday, November 23 2008 @ 11:18 AM ET | Article Link
We've posted the Week's Best Deals on MacBooks, MacBook Airs, and MacBook Pros for Sunday, the 23rd of November. This includes the new late-2008 models just introduced. Find the lowest price or the best set of bundles from Apple's Authorized Resellers with these deals: Week's Best MacBook Pro Deals | Week's Best MacBook Deals | Week's Best MacBook Air Deals

And, as always, keep an eye on our price trackers at MacPrices for the latest prices and bundles from Apple's resellers. We update our price trackers each morning.

MacBook Pro sale! Up to $240 off MSRP available today
Sunday, November 23 2008 @ 11:17 AM ET | Article Link
 Resellers are currently offering discounts on new 15" and 17" MacBook Pros ranging up to $254 off MSRP. These are the best prices we've seen on the current models:

- 17" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro: $2545.18 at Abe's of Maine, sku APMB766LLA $254 off MSRP includes free shipping
- 15" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro: $2308.98 at Amazon.com, sku B0017J7T7A $191 off MSRP $100 online rebate, includes free shipping
- 15" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro: $1844.00 at ClubMac, sku 7684020 $155 off MSRP $150 mail-in rebate, includes free shipping

Apple refurbished 2008 MacBook Pros available starting at $1349
Sunday, November 23 2008 @ 11:14 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished early-2008 15" and 17" available today starting at $1349. Each model comes with an Apple one-year warranty, and ground shipping is free. The following configurations are available:

- 17" 2.6GHz MacBook Pro HD/200GB 7200RPM HD (early 2008): $2399
- 17" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro/HD: $2199
- 17" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro/matte or glossy (early 2008): $1999

- 15" 2.6GHz MacBook Pro/200GB 7200RPM HD (early 2008): $1799
- 15" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro (early 2008): $1499
- 15" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro (early 2008): $1349

Save $50 on new 15" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro with different hard drive
Sunday, November 23 2008 @ 11:09 AM ET | Article Link
Choose an optional 250GB 5400RPM hard drive as a configure-to-order option with the new 15" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro at The Apple Store, in place of the standard 320GB 5400RPM drive, and Apple will reduce the price from $2499 to $2449. Shipping is free.

Apple refurbished 13" MacBooks available starting at $849
Sunday, November 23 2008 @ 11:07 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished 13" MacBooks available today starting at only $849. Each model comes with an Apple one-year warranty, and ground shipping is free. The following configurations are available today:

- 13" 2.4GHz MacBook Black: $1049
- 13" 2.4GHz MacBook White: $949
- 13" 2.1GHz MacBook White: $849

13" 2.1GHz MacBook available for $868.99
Sunday, November 23 2008 @ 11:05 AM ET | Article Link
MacMall has the early-2008 13" 2.1GHz White MacBook now available for $868.99 after a $75 mail-in rebate. Look for item number 7404921. Their price is the lowest we've seen for this model.

Available bundles, free after applicable mail-in rebates, include a copy of Parallels Desktop 4.0, and Epson Stylus NX400 printer, Intego VirusBarrier X5, and a carrying case.

Apple offers leftover early-'08 MacBooks for $300 off MSRP
Sunday, November 23 2008 @ 11:02 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has leftover early-2008 13" 2.4GHz MacBooks available in their Special Deals section for up to $300 off original MSRP. Shipping is free:

- 13" 2.4GHz White MacBook: $1149 original MSRP $1299
- 13" 2.4GHz Black MacBook: $1199 original MSRP $1499

Apple EDU: Free all-in-one printer, MacBooks up to $200 off MSRP
Sunday, November 23 2008 @ 10:58 AM ET | Article Link
 Purchase a new MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, or MacBook at The Apple Store for Education and take up to $200 off MSRP. All teachers and students qualify for the discount. Ground shipping is free:

- 17" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro: $2599 $200 off
- 15" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro: $2299 $200 off
- 15" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro: $1899 $100 off

- 13" 2.4GHz Alum MacBook: $1499 $100 off
- 13" 2.0GHz Alum MacBook $1249 $50 off
- 13" 2.1GHz White MacBook: $949 $50 off

- 13" 1.8GHz/128GB MacBook Air: $2299 $200 off
- 13" 1.6GHz/120GB MacBook Air: $1699 $100 off

Click here to make your purchase.

Receive $100 back on a qualifying printer with your purchase via online rebate. The HP Photosmart C4480 All-in-One Printer, Scanner, Copier and the Canon PIXMA MP470 all-in-one are both available for $99.95. Use this rebate to reduce that price to $0 when you purchase your Mac.

Apple refurbished MacBook Airs available starting at $1199
Sunday, November 23 2008 @ 10:57 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished 13" MacBook Airs available today starting at $1199. Each model comes with an Apple one-year warranty, and ground shipping is free. The following configurations are available:

- 13" 1.6GHz/80GB HD MacBook Air: $1199 was $1349
- 13" 1.8GHz/80GB HD MacBook Air: $1399 was $1499
- 13" 1.8GHz/64GB SSD MacBook Air: $1699 was $1799

13" 1.6GHz/80GB HD MacBook Air now available for $1149; save $650
Sunday, November 23 2008 @ 10:54 AM ET | Article Link
MacMall has the 13" 1.6GHz/80GB MacBook Air in stock today for $1149.99 after a $100 mail-in rebate (see their site for rebate form). Look for item number 7373085. Original MSRP for this model was $1799. Ground shipping is free.

Leftover MacBook Airs available from Apple for $1399
Sunday, November 23 2008 @ 10:53 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has leftover early-2008 13" 1.6GHz/80GB MacBook Airs available in their Special Deals section for $400 off original MSRP. Shipping is free:

- 13" 1.6GHz/80GB HD MacBook Air: $1399 original MSRP $1799

1.6GHz MacBook Air available for $1355 w/Windows XP preinstalled
Sunday, November 23 2008 @ 10:52 AM ET | Article Link
MacMall has new, leftover, previous-generation 13" 1.6GHz/80GB HD MacBook Airs available for $1355.03 including Apple's Boot Camp and Windows XP Home preinstalled. Look for item number 7373318. Original MSRP for this Air was $1799, and XP Home retails for $199 at MacMall, so your savings amounts to approximately $700. Shipping is free. Offer available while supplies last!

15" 2.2GHz MacBook Pro/Glossy available for $1299
Sunday, November 23 2008 @ 10:35 AM ET | Article Link
OnSale has new, leftover 2007 15" 2.2GHz MacBook Pros with Glossy Displays in stock and available for $1299.99. Look for item number 7256720. $200 mail-in rebate required. Original MSRP for this model was $1999.

17" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro w/4GB RAM available for $1799
Sunday, November 23 2008 @ 10:35 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has new, unopened 2007 17" 2.4GHz MacBook Pros in stock today for $1799.95 with 4GB of RAM preinstalled. Look for item number 8340958. Original MSRP for this configuration was $3399. Shipping is free.

17" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro available for $1699
Sunday, November 23 2008 @ 10:34 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has new, leftover, unopened 2007 17" 2.4GHz MacBook Pros available for $1699.95 after a $150 mail-in rebate (see site for rebate form). Look for item number 7586219. Their price is $1100 off original MSRP for this model, and shipping is free.

Free all-in-one printer with purchase of new Mac from Apple
Sunday, November 23 2008 @ 10:15 AM ET | Article Link
Purchase a new Mac from The Apple Store and receive $100 back on a qualifying printer after applicable online rebate. The HP Photosmart C4480 All-in-One Printer, Scanner, Copier and the Canon PIXMA MP470 all-in-one are both available for $99.95. Use this rebate to reduce that price to $0 when you purchase your Mac.

Updated Apple Certified Refurbished Products Page
Sunday, November 23 2008 @ 10:14 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our Apple Certified Refurbished Macs and iPods page for Sunday, the 23rd of November. Use this page to quickly scan available products from Apple's Special Deals Section. Apple Certified Refurbished products come with a standard Apple one-year warranty and can be discounted up to $850 or more.

Updated Clearance Price Trackers
Sunday, November 23 2008 @ 10:14 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our Clearance Mac Laptops Price Trackers with all the latest information on prices and availability for refurbished, open-box return, leftover, and used MacBooks, PowerBooks, and iBooks from Apple's Authorized Internet/Catalog Resellers. We've also updated our Clearance Mac Desktops Price Tracker with the latest information on Mac Pros, iMacs, and minis.

Updated Mac Pro, iMac, and Mac mini Price Trackers
Sunday, November 23 2008 @ 10:13 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our Mac Pro Price Tracker, iMac Price Tracker, and Mac mini Price Tracker with the latest information on prices, bundles, and availability from Apple's Authorized Internet/Catalog Resellers.

120GB iPod classics available for $219; save $30
Sunday, November 23 2008 @ 10:11 AM ET | Article Link
J&R has 120GB iPod classics on sale for $219.97. That's $30 off MSRP and the lowest price we've seen for these models.

iPods on sale, up to $23 off MSRP
Sunday, November 23 2008 @ 10:10 AM ET | Article Link
MacMall has the new fall 2008 iPods on sale today for up to $23 off MSRP. All models are in stock:

- 32GB iPod touch: $376.48 MSRP $399
- 16GB iPod touch: $289.48 MSRP $299
- 8GB iPod touch: $219.48 MSRP $229
- 16GB iPod nano: $184.94 MSRP $199
- 8GB iPod nano: $138.98 MSRP $149
- 120GB iPod classic: $230.98 MSRP $249

Refurbished 2007 iPod nanos available from only $79
Sunday, November 23 2008 @ 10:09 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished Silver 3G 4GB iPod nanos in stock today for $79. That's a $20 price drop. Apple Certified Refurbished 2007 8GB iPod nanos (all colors) are in stock for $99, down from $129. An Apple one-year warranty is included with each model, ground shipping is free.

Apple refurbished iPod touch available from $179
Sunday, November 23 2008 @ 10:09 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished iPod touches available starting at $179. An Apple one-year warranty is included with these models, and ground shipping is free. Click here to purchase on of these iPods:

- 32GB iPod touch: $319 (was $399)
- 16GB iPod touch: $239 (was $299)
- 8GB iPod touch: $179 (was $199)

Refurbished 2GB iPod shuffles available for $59
Sunday, November 23 2008 @ 10:09 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished 2GB iPod shuffles available for $59. An Apple one-year warranty is included, and ground shipping is free. Their price is $10 off MSRP for new models.

Refurbished 1GB iPod shuffles available for $39
Sunday, November 23 2008 @ 10:08 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished 1GB iPod shuffles available for $39. An Apple one-year warranty is included, and ground shipping is free.

Updated iPod Prices
Sunday, November 23 2008 @ 10:07 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our iPod Price Trackers with the latest information on prices, bundles, and availabilty from over 40 of Apple's Authorized iPod Resellers. The following price trackers are available:

- iPod shuffle Prices
- iPod nano Prices
- iPod classic Prices
- iPod touch Prices
- iPhone Prices

Updated Apple TV Price Tracker
Sunday, November 23 2008 @ 10:07 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our Apple TV Price Tracker with the latest information from over 20 Apple resellers. Discounts currently range up to $20 off MSRP for new models and up to $70 for refurbished units.

Updated Mac OS X Price Tracker: Leopard
Sunday, November 23 2008 @ 10:06 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our Mac OS X Price Tracker with the latest information on prices and availability for Mac OS X 10.5 (Leopard) from 24 of Apple's resellers.

Updated Apple Cinema Displays Price Tracker
Sunday, November 23 2008 @ 10:06 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our Apple Displays Price Tracker with all the latest information on prices and availability for new and clearance Apple Cinema Displays from Apple's Authorized Internet/Catalog Resellers. Several resellers are offering discounted and/or clearance displays today.

30" Apple Cinema Display available for $1709; $90 off MSRP
Sunday, November 23 2008 @ 10:05 AM ET | Article Link
B&H Photo Video has 30" Apple Cinema Displays available for $1709.95. That's a $90 discount over standard MSRP. Look for item number M9179LL/A.

Save up to $300 with Apple Refurbished Displays
Sunday, November 23 2008 @ 10:05 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished Cinema Displays available today for up to $300 off the price of new models. Each display comes with an Apple one-year warranty, and ground shipping is free:

- 30" Cinema Display: $1499 MSRP $1799
- 23" Cinema Display: $749 MSRP $899
- 20" Cinema Display: $499 MSRP $599

Updated MacBook Price Trackers
Friday, November 21 2008 @ 9:37 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our MacBook Price Trackers with the latest information on prices, bundles, and availability from Apple's authorized internet/catalog resellers. New late-2008 models are represented as well as previous-generation MacBooks. The following charts are available:

13" MacBooks on sale for up to $105 off MSRP
Friday, November 21 2008 @ 9:36 AM ET | Article Link
 ClubMac is offering $50-$100 mail-in rebates on the new 13" MacBooks, resulting in discounts ranging up to $105 off MSRP (see their site for applicable rebate forms). All models are in stock today:

- 13" 2.4GHz Aluminum MacBook: $1494 sku 7684019 $100 mail-in rebate
- 13" 2.0GHz Aluminum MacBook: $1219 sku 7684018 $75 mail-in rebate
- 13" 2.1GHz White MacBook: $944 sku 7684039 $50 mail-in rebate

15" 2.53GHz MacBook Pro in stock for $2308; save $191
Friday, November 21 2008 @ 9:36 AM ET | Article Link
MacMall has the new late-2008 15" 2.53GHz MacBook Pro in stock today for $2308.97 after a $100 mail-in rebate. Look for item number 7684021. Their price is $191 off MSRP, and shipping is free. It's the lowest price we've seen for this model.

15" 2.53GHz MacBook Pro in stock for $2364; save $135, no rebate
Friday, November 21 2008 @ 9:27 AM ET | Article Link
Abe's of Maine has the new late-2008 15" 2.53GHz MacBook Pro in stock today for $2364.18 including free shipping. No rebates are required. Their price is $135 off MSRP:

- 15" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro: $2364.18 sku APMB471LLA $135 off MSRP

13" 2.4GHz White MacBook now available for $996
Friday, November 21 2008 @ 9:17 AM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com has lowered their price on new, leftover, early-2008 13" 2.4GHz White MacBooks to $996, after applicable online rebate. To qualify for the rebate, you must purchase the Mac from Amazon.com -- not one of their partners (Office Depot, etc.). Ground shipping is free:

- 13" White 2.4GHz MacBook: $996.99 original MSRP $1299; sku B0013FPYRK

Abe's drops price on 17" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro to $2545; save $254
Friday, November 21 2008 @ 8:19 AM ET | Article Link
 Abe's of Maine has dropped their price on the new 17" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro to $2545.18 including free shipping. Look for sku APMB766LLA. Their price is $254 off MSRP, and no rebate is required. It's the lowest price currently available for this model.

17" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro (early-'08) available for $2099; save $700
Friday, November 21 2008 @ 8:18 AM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com is again offering leftover early-2008 17" 2.5GHz MacBook Pros for $2099.99. Look for item number B0013FPMXG. Original MSRP for this model was $2799. A $150 online rebate is required.

MacBook Pro sale! Up to $240 off MSRP available today
Thursday, November 20 2008 @ 9:58 AM ET | Article Link
 Resellers are currently offering discounts on new 15" and 17" MacBook Pros ranging up to $240 off MSRP. These are the best prices we've seen on the current models:

- 17" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro: $2559.18 at Abe's of Maine, sku APMB766LLA $240 off MSRP includes free shipping
- 15" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro: $2308.98 at Amazon.com, sku B0017J7T7A $191 off MSRP $100 online rebate, includes free shipping

- 15" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro: $1855.18 at Abe's of Maine, sku APMB470LLA $144 off MSRP includes free shipping
- 15" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro: $1844.00 at ClubMac, sku 7684020 $155 off MSRP $150 mail-in rebate, includes free shipping

Update 11/21:
Abe's has raised their price on the 2.4GHz 15" MacBook Pro to $1999.18.

Up to $900 off leftover 15" early-2008 MacBook Pros
Thursday, November 20 2008 @ 9:38 AM ET | Article Link
MacMall has leftover early-2008 15" MacBook Pros on sale for up to $900 off original MSRP. A $150 mail-in rebate is required:

- 15" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro: $1598.99 was $2499; sku 7405627
- 15" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro: $1419.99 was $1999; sku 7405626

Update 11/21:
The price for the 2.4GHz model has risen to $1443.99.

Amazon lowers leftover MacBook prices, now starting at $869
Thursday, November 20 2008 @ 9:34 AM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com has leftover 13" MacBooks in stock today for up to $411 off original MSRP, after applicable online rebate. To qualify for the rebate, you must purchase the Mac from Amazon.com -- not one of their partners (Office Depot, etc.). All models are in stock today with 24-hour shipping. Ground shipping is free:

- 13" Black 2.4GHz MacBook: $1088.98 original MSRP $1499; sku B0013FNZ1M
- 13" White 2.4GHz MacBook: $1058.99 original MSRP $1299; sku B0013FPYRK
- 13" White 2.1GHz MacBook: $869 original MSRP $1099; sku B0013FRA0O

13" 2.4GHz MacBooks w/4GB RAM available starting at $1124
Thursday, November 20 2008 @ 9:32 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has dropped prices on early-2008 13" 2.4GHz MacBooks with 4GB of installed RAM. Mail-in rebate is required for this discount. Shipping is free, and both models are in stock today:

- 13" 2.4GHz Black MacBook/4GB RAM: $1199.99 sku 8621135 was $1299
- 13" 2.4GHz White MacBook/4GB RAM: $1124.99 sku 8621071 was $1274

15" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro (early-'08) available for $1479
Wednesday, November 19 2008 @ 9:54 AM ET | Article Link
B&H Photo-Video has the early-2008 15" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro available for $1479.95 including free shipping. Look for item number APMBP24S15N. No rebate is required.

The Best And Worst Apple Laptops Ever?
Wednesday, November 19 2008 @ 9:09 AM ET | Article Link
by Charles W. Moore

Ten best or ten worst lists or subspecies thereof are always a judgment call. I've made them myself from time to time, and they're usually effective discussion-generators. MacLife's Michael Simon last week posted a hybrid list entitled "The 5 Best - and 5 Worst - Apple Laptops of All Time, Ever!," noting that "For all the criticism over FireWire, 3G, matte screens and Blu-ray, the new MacBooks and MacBook Pros represent the culmination of two decades of hits and misses, starts and stops, leaps and stumbles for Apple notebooks, all wrapped in packages that never fail to turn heads." Simon opens with his ¶five best¾ picks, and parted company from me with his very first choice, the Titanium PowerBook. I canˆt agree. Read More...

Apple drops prices on refurbished MacBooks by as much as $150
Wednesday, November 19 2008 @ 9:05 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store cut prices Apple Certified Refurbished 13" MacBooks and 13" MacBook Airs today by as much as $150. Each model comes with an Apple one-year warranty, and ground shipping is free. The following configurations are available:

- 13" 1.6GHz/80GB HD MacBook Air: $1199 was $1349
- 13" 1.8GHz/80GB HD MacBook Air: $1399 was $1499
- 13" 1.8GHz/64GB SSD MacBook Air: $1699 was $1799

- 13" 2.4GHz MacBook Black: $1049 was $1099
- 13" 2.4GHz MacBook White: $949 was $999
- 13" 2.2GHz MacBook White: $949 was $999

Refurbished 15" and 17" MacBook Pros are also available:

- 17" 2.6GHz MacBook Pro HD/200GB 7200RPM HD (early 2008): $2399
- 17" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro/HD: $2199
- 17" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro/matte or glossy (early 2008): $1999
- 17" 2.33GHz MacBook Pro/matte or glossy: $1899

- 15" 2.6GHz MacBook Pro/200GB 7200RPM HD (early 2008): $1799
- 15" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro (early 2008): $1499
- 15" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro (early 2008): $1349

Price drops on previous-generation 13" MacBooks, now $400 off MSRP
Tuesday, November 18 2008 @ 8:36 AM ET | Article Link
MacMall has early-2008 13" MacBooks now available for up to $400 off original MSRP (rebate required, see their site for rebate form). Free bundles (rebates required) include a copy of Parallels Desktop software, a free all-in-one printer, free carrying case, and free copy of Intego VirusBarrier X5 software. Shipping is free:

- 13" 2.4GHz Black MacBook: $1099 sku 7404924 original MSRP $1499
- 13" 2.4GHz White MacBook: $1074 sku 7404922 original MSRP $1299

Prices available while supplies last.

Apple refurbished 15" MacBook Pros available starting at $1349
Tuesday, November 18 2008 @ 8:32 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has several Apple Certified Refurbished 15" MacBook Pros available today starting at $1349. Each model comes with an Apple one-year warranty, and ground shipping is free. The following configurations are available:

- 15" 2.6GHz MacBook Pro/200GB 7200RPM HD (early 2008): $1799
- 15" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro (early 2008): $1499
- 15" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro (early 2008): $1349

New 17" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro available for $2559; save $240
Tuesday, November 18 2008 @ 8:30 AM ET | Article Link
 Abe's of Maine has the new 17" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro now available for $2559.18 including free shipping. Look for sku APMB766LLA. Their price is $240 off MSRP, and no rebate is required. It's the lowest price currently available for this model.

Apple drops prices on leftover early-'08 13" MacBooks
Tuesday, November 18 2008 @ 8:29 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has leftover early-2008 13" 2.4GHz MacBooks available in their clearance section for up to $300 off original MSRP; Apple dropped prices on these models by $100 today. Shipping is free:

- 13" 2.4GHz White MacBook: $1149 original MSRP $1299
- 13" 2.4GHz Black MacBook: $1199 original MSRP $1499

New 13" MacBooks now in stock for up to $105 off MSRP
Tuesday, November 18 2008 @ 8:22 AM ET | Article Link
 ClubMac is offering $50-$100 mail-in rebates on the new 13" MacBooks, resulting in discounts ranging up to $105 off MSRP (see their site for applicable rebate forms). All models are in stock today:

- 13" 2.4GHz Aluminum MacBook: $1494 sku 7684019 $100 mail-in rebate
- 13" 2.0GHz Aluminum MacBook: $1219 sku 7684018 $75 mail-in rebate
- 13" 2.1GHz White MacBook: $944 sku 7684039 $50 mail-in rebate

Up to $100 off new 13" MacBooks
Tuesday, November 18 2008 @ 8:21 AM ET | Article Link
 MacConnection has new late-2008 13" MacBooks on sale today for up to $100 off MSRP after applicable mail-in rebate (see their site for rebate form). All models are in stock today. Shipping is free:

- 13" 2.4GHz Aluminum MacBook: $1499 sku 8252974 $100 off MSRP
- 13" 2.0GHz Aluminum MacBook: $1224 sku 8252966 $75 off MSRP
- 13" 2.1GHz White MacBook: $949 sku 8252982 $50 off MSRP

Optional bundled items, free after rebates, include a copy of VMware Fusion software, a printer, and a carrying case.

Updated MacBook Price Trackers
Tuesday, November 18 2008 @ 8:20 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our MacBook Price Trackers with the latest information on prices, bundles, and availability from Apple's authorized internet/catalog resellers. New late-2008 models are represented as well as previous-generation MacBooks. The following charts are available:

13" 1.6GHz/80GB HD MacBook Air now available for $1149; save $650
Tuesday, November 18 2008 @ 8:20 AM ET | Article Link
MacMall has the 13" 1.6GHz/80GB MacBook Air in stock today for $1149.99 after a $100 mail-in rebate (see their site for rebate form). Look for item number 7373085. Original MSRP for this model was $1799. Ground shipping is free.

Apple drops price on leftover MacBook Air to $1399
Tuesday, November 18 2008 @ 8:19 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has leftover early-2008 13" 1.6GHz/80GB MacBook Airs now available in their Special Deals section for $400 off original MSRP, representing a $200 price reduction from yesterday (look in the refurbished Mac section). Shipping is free:

- 13" 1.6GHz/80GB HD MacBook Air: $1399 was $1599

1.6GHz MacBook Air available for $1305 w/Windows XP preinstalled
Monday, November 17 2008 @ 6:04 PM ET | Article Link
MacMall has new, leftover, previous-generation 13" 1.6GHz/80GB HD MacBook Airs available for $1305.03 including Apple's Boot Camp and Windows XP Home preinstalled. Look for item number 7373318. Original MSRP for this Air was $1799, and XP Home retails for $199 at MacMall, so your savings amounts to approximately $700. Shipping is free. Offer available while supplies last!

New 15" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro in stock for $1855; save $144, no rebates
Monday, November 17 2008 @ 9:46 AM ET | Article Link
 Abe's of Maine has the new 15" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro available for $1855.18 including free shipping. Look for sku APMB470LLA. Their price is $144 off MSRP, and no rebate is required. It's the lowest price we've seen without rebate from any Apple Authorized Reseller.

New 17" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro available for $2585; save $214
Monday, November 17 2008 @ 9:46 AM ET | Article Link
 Abe's of Maine has the new 17" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro now available for $2585.18 including free shipping. Look for sku APMB766LLA. Their price is $214 off MSRP, and no rebate is required.

New MacBook Pros in stock today for $155 off MSRP
Monday, November 17 2008 @ 9:44 AM ET | Article Link
 OnSale, part of the MacMall/PCMall family, is offering $150 mail-in rebates on the new 15" and 17" MacBook Pros, resulting in discounts of $155 off MSRP (see their site for applicable rebate forms). All models are in stock today:

- 17" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro: $2644 sku 7684032
- 15" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro: $2344 sku 7684021
- 15" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro: $1844 sku 7684020

New MacBook Pros in stock today for $150 off MSRP
Monday, November 17 2008 @ 9:44 AM ET | Article Link
 MacConnection has new late-2008 15" and 17" MacBook Pros on sale today for $150 off MSRP after applicable mail-in rebate (see their site for rebate form). All models are in stock today with free shipping:

- 17" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro: $2649 sku 8254451 $150 off MSRP
- 15" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro: $2349 sku 8254443 $150 off MSRP
- 15" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro: $1849 sku 8254427 $150 off MSRP

Optional bundled items, free after rebates, include a copy of VMware Fusion software, a printer, and a carrying case.

1.8GHz/128GB SSD MacBook Air in stock for $2399; save $100, no rebate
Monday, November 17 2008 @ 9:38 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has the new 13" 1.8GHz/128GB SSD MacBook Air in stock today for $2399 including free shipping. Look for item number 8286541. Their price is $100 off MSRP for this model, and no rebate is required.

17" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro (early-'08) available for $2099; save $700
Monday, November 17 2008 @ 9:37 AM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com has leftover early-2008 17" 2.5GHz MacBook Pros now available for $2099.99. Look for item number B0013FPMXG. Original MSRP for this model was $2799. A $150 online rebate is required.

Apple refurbished 17" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro available for $1999
Monday, November 17 2008 @ 9:37 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished early-2008 17" 2.5GHz MacBook Pros available for $1999. Click here to see this model. An Apple one-year warranty is included, and shipping is free. Original MSRP for this model was $2799. A choice of glossy or matte displays is offered.

Refurbished 13" 2.4GHz MacBooks available starting at $999
Monday, November 17 2008 @ 9:36 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished 13" 2.4GHz MacBooks available today starting at $999. Each model comes with an Apple one-year warranty, and ground shipping is free:

- 13" 2.4GHz MacBook Black: $1099 original MSRP $1499
- 13" 2.4GHz MacBook White: $999 original MSRP $1299

17" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro available for $1399
Monday, November 17 2008 @ 9:35 AM ET | Article Link
B&H Photo-Video has open-box, demo 17" 2.4GHz MacBook Pros available for $1399 including free shipping. Look for item number APMBP24S17O. Original MSRP for this model was $2799.

Week's Best MacBook Deals
Monday, November 17 2008 @ 9:33 AM ET | Article Link
We've posted the Week's Best Deals on MacBooks, MacBook Airs, and MacBook Pros for Monday, the 17th of November. This includes the new late-2008 models just introduced. Find the lowest price or the best set of bundles from Apple's Authorized Resellers with these deals: Week's Best MacBook Pro Deals | Week's Best MacBook Deals | Week's Best MacBook Air Deals

And, as always, keep an eye on our price trackers at MacPrices for the latest prices and bundles from Apple's resellers. We update our price trackers each morning.

Apple EDU: Free all-in-one printer, MacBooks up to $200 off MSRP
Monday, November 17 2008 @ 9:33 AM ET | Article Link
 Purchase a new MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, or MacBook at The Apple Store for Education and take up to $200 off MSRP. All teachers and students qualify for the discount. Ground shipping is free:

- 17" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro: $2599 $200 off
- 15" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro: $2299 $200 off
- 15" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro: $1899 $100 off

- 13" 2.4GHz Alum MacBook: $1499 $100 off
- 13" 2.0GHz Alum MacBook $1249 $50 off
- 13" 2.1GHz White MacBook: $949 $50 off

- 13" 1.8GHz/128GB MacBook Air: $2299 $200 off
- 13" 1.6GHz/120GB MacBook Air: $1699 $100 off

Click here to make your purchase.

Receive $100 back on a qualifying printer with your purchase via online rebate. The HP Photosmart C4480 All-in-One Printer, Scanner, Copier and the Canon PIXMA MP470 all-in-one are both available for $99.95. Use this rebate to reduce that price to $0 when you purchase your Mac.

Save $50 on new 15" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro with different hard drive
Monday, November 17 2008 @ 9:32 AM ET | Article Link
Choose an optional 250GB 5400RPM hard drive as a configure-to-order option with the new 15" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro at The Apple Store, in place of the standard 320GB 5400RPM drive, and Apple will reduce the price from $2499 to $2449. Shipping is free.

Up to $900 off leftover 15" early-2008 MacBook Pros
Monday, November 17 2008 @ 9:32 AM ET | Article Link
 MacConnection has dropped prices on leftover early-2008 15" MacBook Pros by as much as $900 off original MSRP. A $150 mail-in rebate is required (see their site for rebate form). Shipping is free. A Mobile Edge carrying case and a copy of VMware Fusion software are optional bundles, both free after applicable rebates:

- 15" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro: $1599.95 sku 8254321 $900 off original MSRP
- 15" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro: $1429.95 sku 8254304 $570 off original MSRP

13" 2.4GHz Black MacBook available for $1194; save $305
Monday, November 17 2008 @ 9:31 AM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com has restocked leftover 13" 2.4GHz Black MacBooks for $1194 after applicable online rebate. That's $305 off original MSRP. Look for item number B0013FNZ1M. To qualify for the rebate, you must purchase the Mac from Amazon.com -- not one of their partners (Office Depot, etc.). Ground shipping is free.

13" 2.1GHz MacBook available for $868.99
Monday, November 17 2008 @ 9:31 AM ET | Article Link
MacMall has the early-2008 13" 2.1GHz White MacBook now available for $868.99 after a $75 mail-in rebate. Look for item number 7404921. Their price is the lowest we've seen for this model.

13" 2.4GHz White MacBook now available for $1113
Monday, November 17 2008 @ 9:31 AM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com has the early-2008 13" 2.4GHz White MacBook available for $1113.99. Original MSRP for this model was $1299. Ground shipping is free:

- 13" White 2.4GHz MacBook: $1113.99 original MSRP $1299; sku B0013FPYRK

Price drops on early-'08 MacBooks w/4GB RAM
Monday, November 17 2008 @ 9:30 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has dropped prices on early-2008 13" 2.4GHz MacBooks with 4GB of installed RAM. Mail-in rebate is required for this discount. Shipping is free, and both models are in stock today:

- 13" 2.4GHz Black MacBook/4GB RAM: $1299 sku 8621135 was $1499
- 13" 2.4GHz White MacBook/4GB RAM: $1274 sku 8621071 was $1324

Apple offers early-'08 13" MacBooks for up to $200 off MSRP
Monday, November 17 2008 @ 9:30 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has leftover early-2008 13" 2.4GHz MacBooks available in their clearance section for up to $200 off original MSRP. Shipping is free:

- 13" 2.4GHz White MacBook: $1249 was $1299
- 13" 2.4GHz Black MacBook: $1299 was $1499

Apple offers early-'08 MacBook Pros for $700 off MSRP
Monday, November 17 2008 @ 9:29 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has leftover early-2008 15" and now 17" MacBooks available in their Special Deals section for up to $700 off original MSRP. Shipping is free:

- 15" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro: $1599 was $1999
- 15" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro: $1799 was $2499
- 15" 2.6GHz MacBook Pro/200GB 7200RPM HD: $2099 was $2799

- 17" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro: $2499 was $2799
- 17" 2.6GHz MacBook Pro/HD: $2899 was $3199

Note that Apple has now placed these clearance models on the same page as refurbished MacBook Pros. Scroll down to the bottom of the page to see these units.

15" 2.2GHz MacBook Pro/Glossy available for $1299
Monday, November 17 2008 @ 9:28 AM ET | Article Link
OnSale has new, leftover 2007 15" 2.2GHz MacBook Pros with Glossy Displays in stock and available for $1299.99. Look for item number 7256720. $200 mail-in rebate required. Original MSRP for this model was $1999.

17" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro w/4GB RAM available for $1799
Monday, November 17 2008 @ 9:28 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has new, unopened 2007 17" 2.4GHz MacBook Pros in stock today for $1799.95 with 4GB of RAM preinstalled. Look for item number 8340958. Original MSRP for this configuration was $3399. Shipping is free.

17" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro available for $1699
Monday, November 17 2008 @ 9:28 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has new, leftover, unopened 2007 17" 2.4GHz MacBook Pros available for $1699.95 after a $150 mail-in rebate (see site for rebate form). Look for item number 7586219. Their price is $1100 off original MSRP for this model, and shipping is free.

Free all-in-one printer with purchase of new Mac from Apple
Monday, November 17 2008 @ 9:20 AM ET | Article Link
Purchase a new Mac from The Apple Store and receive $100 back on a qualifying printer. The HP Photosmart C4480 All-in-One Printer, Scanner, Copier and the Canon PIXMA MP470 all-in-one are both available for $99.95. Use this rebate to reduce that price to $0 when you purchase your Mac. Apple is now using a new online form for this rebate, replacing the older PDF mail-in rebate forms.

Updated Apple Certified Refurbished Products Page
Monday, November 17 2008 @ 9:20 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our Apple Certified Refurbished Macs and iPods page for Monday, the 17th of November. Use this page to quickly scan available products from Apple's Special Deals Section. Apple Certified Refurbished products come with a standard Apple one-year warranty and can be discounted up to $850 or more.

Updated Clearance Price Trackers
Monday, November 17 2008 @ 9:19 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our Clearance Mac Laptops Price Trackers with all the latest information on prices and availability for refurbished, open-box return, leftover, and used MacBooks, PowerBooks, and iBooks from Apple's Authorized Internet/Catalog Resellers. We've also updated our Clearance Mac Desktops Price Tracker with the latest information on Mac Pros, iMacs, and minis.

Updated Mac Pro, iMac, and Mac mini Price Trackers
Monday, November 17 2008 @ 9:19 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our Mac Pro Price Tracker, iMac Price Tracker, and Mac mini Price Tracker with the latest information on prices, bundles, and availability from Apple's Authorized Internet/Catalog Resellers.

32GB iPod touch available for $369; save $30
Monday, November 17 2008 @ 9:18 AM ET | Article Link
J&R has the 32GB iPod touch in stock today for $369.88 including free shipping. Look for item number APP MB533LL/A. Their price is $30 off MSRP, and it's the lowest we've seen for this model.

iPods on sale, up to $23 off MSRP
Monday, November 17 2008 @ 9:15 AM ET | Article Link
MacMall has the new fall 2008 iPods on sale today for up to $23 off MSRP. All models are in stock:

- 32GB iPod touch: $376.48 MSRP $399
- 16GB iPod touch: $289.48 MSRP $299
- 8GB iPod touch: $219.48 MSRP $229
- 16GB iPod nano: $184.94 MSRP $199
- 8GB iPod nano: $138.98 MSRP $149
- 120GB iPod classic: $230.98 MSRP $249

Refurbished 2007 iPod nanos available from only $79
Monday, November 17 2008 @ 9:11 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished Silver 3G 4GB iPod nanos in stock today for $79. That's a $20 price drop. Apple Certified Refurbished 2007 8GB iPod nanos (all colors) are in stock for $99, down from $129. An Apple one-year warranty is included with each model, ground shipping is free.

Apple refurbished iPod touch available from $179
Monday, November 17 2008 @ 9:10 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished iPod touches available starting at $179. An Apple one-year warranty is included with these models, and ground shipping is free. Click here to purchase on of these iPods:

- 32GB iPod touch: $319 (was $399)
- 16GB iPod touch: $239 (was $299)
- 8GB iPod touch: $179 (was $199)

Refurbished 2GB iPod shuffles available for $59
Monday, November 17 2008 @ 9:09 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished 2GB iPod shuffles available for $59. An Apple one-year warranty is included, and ground shipping is free. Their price is $10 off MSRP for new models.

Refurbished 1GB iPod shuffles available for $39
Monday, November 17 2008 @ 9:09 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished 1GB iPod shuffles available for $39. An Apple one-year warranty is included, and ground shipping is free.

Updated iPod Price Trackers
Monday, November 17 2008 @ 9:09 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our iPod Price Trackers with the latest information on prices, bundles, and availabilty from over 40 of Apple's Authorized iPod Resellers. The following price trackers are available:

- iPod shuffle Prices
- iPod nano Prices
- iPod classic Prices
- iPod touch Prices
- iPhone Prices

Updated Apple TV Price Tracker
Monday, November 17 2008 @ 9:08 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our Apple TV Price Tracker with the latest information from over 20 Apple resellers. Discounts currently range up to $20 off MSRP for new models and up to $70 for refurbished units.

Updated Mac OS X Price Tracker: Leopard
Monday, November 17 2008 @ 9:08 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our Mac OS X Price Tracker with the latest information on prices and availability for Mac OS X 10.5 (Leopard) from 24 of Apple's resellers.

Updated Apple Cinema Displays Price Tracker
Monday, November 17 2008 @ 9:07 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our Apple Displays Price Tracker with all the latest information on prices and availability for new and clearance Apple Cinema Displays from Apple's Authorized Internet/Catalog Resellers. Several resellers are offering discounted and/or clearance displays today.

30" Apple Cinema Display available for $1709; $90 off MSRP
Monday, November 17 2008 @ 9:07 AM ET | Article Link
B&H Photo Video has 30" Apple Cinema Displays available for $1709.95. That's a $90 discount over standard MSRP. Look for item number M9179LL/A.

Save up to $300 with Apple Refurbished Displays
Monday, November 17 2008 @ 9:05 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished Cinema Displays available today for up to $300 off the price of new models. Each display comes with an Apple one-year warranty, and ground shipping is free:

- 30" Cinema Display: $1499 MSRP $1799
- 23" Cinema Display: $749 MSRP $899
- 20" Cinema Display: $499 MSRP $599

Apple refurbished Time Capsules available for up to $80 off MSRP
Monday, November 17 2008 @ 9:04 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished Time Capsules available for up to $80 off the cost of new models. An Apple one-year warranty is included with each model, and shipping is free:

- 500GB Time Capsule: $249 ($50 off)
- 1GB Time Capsule: $419 ($80 off)

Click here to purchase one of these units. Be sure to scroll down to near the bottom of the page to see them.

Mac OS X 10.5 available for $99; save $30, no rebate
Monday, November 17 2008 @ 9:03 AM ET | Article Link
TechRestore has Mac OS X 10.5 (Leopard) on sale for $99. Look for item number TR18240. Their price is $30 off MSRP and the lowest we've seen.

Refurbished 160GB Apple TV available for $279
Monday, November 17 2008 @ 9:03 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished 160GB Apple TVs available for $279. Original MSRP for this item was $329. An Apple one-year warranty is included, and ground shipping is free. Scroll down to the bottom of the page to see this unit.

40GB Apple TV (refurbished) available for $199
Monday, November 17 2008 @ 9:02 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished 40GB Apple TV's available for $199. MSRP for this model is $229. An Apple one-year warranty is included, and ground shipping is free. Scroll to the bottom of their page to see these units.

40GB Apple TV available for $219; save $10
Monday, November 17 2008 @ 8:59 AM ET | Article Link
MacMall has the 40GB Apple TV available for $219.99. That's $10 off MSRP.

13" 1.6GHz/80GB HD MacBook Air now available for $1149; save $650
Friday, November 14 2008 @ 4:06 PM ET | Article Link
MacMall has the 13" 1.6GHz/80GB MacBook Air in stock today for $1149.99 after a $100 mail-in rebate (see their site for rebate form). Look for item number 7373085. Original MSRP for this model was $1799. Ground shipping is free.

New 13" MacBooks now in stock for up to $105 off MSRP
Friday, November 14 2008 @ 9:57 AM ET | Article Link
 ClubMac is offering $50-$100 mail-in rebates on the new 13" MacBooks, resulting in discounts ranging up to $105 off MSRP (see their site for applicable rebate forms). All models are in stock today:

- 13" 2.4GHz Aluminum MacBook: $1494 sku 7684019 $100 mail-in rebate
- 13" 2.0GHz Aluminum MacBook: $1219 sku 7684018 $75 mail-in rebate
- 13" 2.1GHz White MacBook: $944 sku 7684039 $50 mail-in rebate

Up to $100 off new 13" MacBooks
Friday, November 14 2008 @ 9:55 AM ET | Article Link
 MacConnection has new late-2008 13" MacBooks on sale today for up to $100 off MSRP after applicable mail-in rebate (see their site for rebate form). All models are in stock today. Shipping is free:

- 13" 2.4GHz Aluminum MacBook: $1499 sku 8252974 $100 off MSRP
- 13" 2.0GHz Aluminum MacBook: $1224 sku 8252966 $75 off MSRP
- 13" 2.1GHz White MacBook: $949 sku 8252982 $50 off MSRP

Optional bundled items, free after rebates, include a copy of VMware Fusion software, a printer, and a carrying case.

Apple offers early-'08 MacBook Pros for $700 off MSRP
Friday, November 14 2008 @ 9:55 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has leftover early-2008 15" and now 17" MacBooks available in their Special Deals section for up to $700 off original MSRP. Shipping is free:

- 15" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro: $1599 was $1999
- 15" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro: $1799 was $2499
- 15" 2.6GHz MacBook Pro/200GB 7200RPM HD: $2099 was $2799

- 17" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro: $2499 was $2799
- 17" 2.6GHz MacBook Pro/HD: $2899 was $3199

Note that Apple has now placed these clearance models on the same page as refurbished MacBook Pros. Scroll down to the bottom of the page to see these units.

Up to $900 off leftover 15" early-2008 MacBook Pros
Friday, November 14 2008 @ 9:54 AM ET | Article Link
 MacConnection has dropped prices on leftover early-2008 15" MacBook Pros by as much as $900 off original MSRP. A $150 mail-in rebate is required (see their site for rebate form). Shipping is free. A Mobile Edge carrying case and a copy of VMware Fusion software are optional bundles, both free after applicable rebates:

- 15" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro: $1599.95 sku 8254321 $900 off original MSRP
- 15" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro: $1429.95 sku 8254304 $570 off original MSRP

OBR 1.6GHz/80GB HD MacBook Air available for $1199
Friday, November 14 2008 @ 9:42 AM ET | Article Link
B&H Photo-Video has open-box, demo 13" 1.6GHz/80GB HD MacBook Airs in stock today for $1199. That's $600 off original MSRP. Look for sku APMBAIR16O. Shipping is free.

15" MacBook Pros in stock today for $155 off MSRP
Thursday, November 13 2008 @ 9:33 AM ET | Article Link
 ClubMac is offering $150 mail-in rebates on new 15" MacBook Pros, resulting in discounts of $155 off MSRP (see their site for applicable rebate forms). Both models are in stock today:

- 15" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro: $2344 sku 7684021
- 15" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro: $1844 sku 7684020

Optional bundled items, all free after applicable mail-in rebates, include a copy of Parallel Desktop 4, an all-in-one printer, and a carrying case.

New 17" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro available for $2568; save $231
Thursday, November 13 2008 @ 9:24 AM ET | Article Link
 Amazon.com has is now offering online rebates worth up to $231 off MSRP on the new late-2008 17" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro. To qualify for the rebate, you must purchase the Mac from Amazon.com -- not one of their partners (Office Depot, etc.). Ground shipping is free:

- 17" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro: $2568.98; sku B0013FJNCM MSRP $2799

Update 11/14:
Amazon has raised their price to $2618.98 after rebate.

Roundup of Apple Refurbished MacBooks and MacBook Pros
Thursday, November 13 2008 @ 9:02 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has several Apple Certified Refurbished MacBooks, MacBook Airs, and MacBook Pros available today starting at only $849. Each model comes with an Apple one-year warranty, and ground shipping is free. The following configurations are available today:

- 17" 2.6GHz MacBook Pro HD/200GB 7200RPM HD (early 2008): $2399
- 17" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro/HD: $2199
- 17" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro/matte or glossy (early 2008): $1999
- 17" 2.33GHz MacBook Pro/matte or glossy: $1899

- 15" 2.6GHz MacBook Pro/200GB 7200RPM HD (early 2008): $1799
- 15" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro (early 2008): $1499
- 15" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro (early 2008): $1349

- 13" 1.6GHz/80GB HD MacBook Air: $1349
- 13" 1.8GHz/80GB HD MacBook Air: $1499
- 13" 1.8GHz/64GB SSD MacBook Air: $1799

- 13" 2.4GHz MacBook Black: $1099
- 13" 2.4GHz MacBook White: $999
- 13" 2.1GHz MacBook White: $849
- 13" 2.2GHz MacBook White: $999

Click here to purchase any of these models, and note that some models may sell out quickly today.

30" Apple Cinema Display available for $1699; $100 off MSRP
Thursday, November 13 2008 @ 8:58 AM ET | Article Link
Vanns has the 30" Apple Cinema Display in stock today for $1699.97. Look for item number M9179LLA. Their price is $100 off MSRP, and ground shipping is included.

Update 11/17:
Sold out!

New 17" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro available for $2585; save $214
Wednesday, November 12 2008 @ 8:11 AM ET | Article Link
 Abe's of Maine has the new 17" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro now available for $2585.18 including free shipping. Look for sku APMB766LLA. Their price is $214 off MSRP, and no rebate is required.

Apple drops price on refurbished 17" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro to $1999
Wednesday, November 12 2008 @ 8:09 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store dropped their price on Apple Certified Refurbished early-2008 17" 2.5GHz MacBook Pros last week from $2099 to $1999. Click here to see this model. An Apple one-year warranty is included, and shipping is free. Original MSRP for this model was $2799. A choice of glossy or matte displays is offered.

17" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro (early-'08) available for $2099; save $700
Wednesday, November 12 2008 @ 8:08 AM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com has leftover early-2008 17" 2.5GHz MacBook Pros now available for $2099.99. Look for item number B0013FPMXG. Original MSRP for this model was $2799. A $150 online rebate is required.

Review: Revolabs xTag USB Wireless Microphone
Wednesday, November 12 2008 @ 8:06 AM ET | Article Link
by Charles W. Moore

I'm gradually joining the wireless revolution. My current favorite computer mouse is the Logitech V550 Nano Cordless Laser Mouse, I also like Logitechˆs stunning diNovo Keyboard, Mac Edition, which is wireless and has a rechargeable internal battery, and when broadband Internet finally reaches this neck of the woods, promised by the end of 2009, it will be wireless as well. Iˆve also been checking out a wireless microphone, MacSpeech, developers of the Dictate and former iListen dictation and computer control software for the Mac, also sells a couple of different wireless microphones approved for use with their software products, one of which is the Revolabs xTag Wireless Lapel Microphone. Read More...

MacBook Pros on sale for up to $177 off MSRP - no rebates!
Tuesday, November 11 2008 @ 9:15 AM ET | Article Link
 Abe's of Maine has the new late-2008 15" and 17" MacBook Pros in stock and available today for up to $177 off MSRP including free shipping. No rebates are required:

- 17" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro: $2622.18 sku APMB766LLA $177 off MSRP
- 15" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro: $2407.18 sku APMB471LLA $92 off MSRP
- 15" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro: $1855.18 sku APMB470LLA $144 off MSRP

Updated MacBook Price Trackers
Tuesday, November 11 2008 @ 9:14 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our MacBook Price Trackers with the latest information on prices, bundles, and availability from Apple's authorized internet/catalog resellers. New late-2008 models are represented as well as previous-generation MacBooks. The following charts are available:

Refurbished 13" 2.4GHz MacBooks available starting at $999
Tuesday, November 11 2008 @ 9:11 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished 13" 2.4GHz MacBooks available today starting at $999. Each model comes with an Apple one-year warranty, and ground shipping is free:

- 13" 2.4GHz MacBook Black: $1099 original MSRP $1499
- 13" 2.4GHz MacBook White: $999 original MSRP $1299

1.8GHz/128GB SSD MacBook Air in stock for $2399; save $100, no rebate
Tuesday, November 11 2008 @ 9:08 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has the new 13" 1.8GHz/128GB SSD MacBook Air in stock today for $2399 including free shipping. Look for item number 8286541. Their price is $100 off MSRP for this model, and no rebate is required.

17" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro available for $1399
Tuesday, November 11 2008 @ 9:07 AM ET | Article Link
B&H Photo-Video has open-box, demo 17" 2.4GHz MacBook Pros available for $1399 including free shipping. Look for item number APMBP24S17O. Original MSRP for this model was $2799.

New 15" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro in stock for $1855; save $144, no rebates
Monday, November 10 2008 @ 9:35 AM ET | Article Link
 Abe's of Maine has the new 15" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro available for $1855.18 including free shipping. Look for sku APMB470LLA. Their price is $144 off MSRP, and no rebate is required. It's the lowest price we've seen without rebate from any Apple Authorized Reseller.

New MacBook Pros in stock today for $155 off MSRP
Monday, November 10 2008 @ 9:34 AM ET | Article Link
 OnSale, part of the MacMall/PCMall family, is offering $150 mail-in rebates on the new 15" and 17" MacBook Pros, resulting in discounts of $155 off MSRP (see their site for applicable rebate forms). All models are in stock today:

- 17" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro: $2644 sku 7684032
- 15" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro: $2344 sku 7684021
- 15" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro: $1844 sku 7684020

Up to $100 off new 13" MacBooks
Monday, November 10 2008 @ 9:33 AM ET | Article Link
 MacConnection has new late-2008 13" MacBooks on sale today for up to $100 off MSRP after applicable mail-in rebate (see their site for rebate form). All models are in stock today. Shipping is free:

- 13" 2.4GHz Aluminum MacBook: $1499 sku 8252974 $100 off MSRP
- 13" 2.0GHz Aluminum MacBook: $1224 sku 8252966 $75 off MSRP
- 13" 2.1GHz White MacBook: $949 sku 8252982 $50 off MSRP

Optional bundled items, free after rebates, include a copy of VMware Fusion software, a printer, and a carrying case.

New 13" MacBooks now in stock for up to $105 off MSRP
Monday, November 10 2008 @ 9:33 AM ET | Article Link
 OnSale, part of the MacMall/PCMall family, is offering $50-$100 mail-in rebates on the new 13" MacBooks, resulting in discounts ranging up to $105 off MSRP (see their site for applicable rebate forms). All models are in stock today:

- 13" 2.4GHz Aluminum MacBook: $1494 sku 7684019 $100 mail-in rebate
- 13" 2.0GHz Aluminum MacBook: $1219 sku 7684018 $75 mail-in rebate
- 13" 2.1GHz White MacBook: $944 sku 7684039 $50 mail-in rebate

Week's Best MacBook Deals
Monday, November 10 2008 @ 9:15 AM ET | Article Link
We've posted the Week's Best Deals on MacBooks, MacBook Airs, and MacBook Pros for Monday, the 10th of November. This includes the new late-2008 models just introduced. Find the lowest price or the best set of bundles from Apple's Authorized Resellers with these deals: Week's Best MacBook Pro Deals | Week's Best MacBook Deals | Week's Best MacBook Air Deals

And, as always, keep an eye on our price trackers at MacPrices for the latest prices and bundles from Apple's resellers. We update our price trackers each morning.

Apple EDU: Free all-in-one printer, MacBooks up to $200 off MSRP
Monday, November 10 2008 @ 9:14 AM ET | Article Link
 Purchase a new MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, or MacBook at The Apple Store for Education and take up to $200 off MSRP. All teachers and students qualify for the discount. Ground shipping is free:

- 17" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro: $2599 $200 off
- 15" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro: $2299 $200 off
- 15" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro: $1899 $100 off

- 13" 2.4GHz Alum MacBook: $1499 $100 off
- 13" 2.0GHz Alum MacBook $1249 $50 off
- 13" 2.1GHz White MacBook: $949 $50 off

- 13" 1.8GHz/128GB MacBook Air: $2299 $200 off
- 13" 1.6GHz/120GB MacBook Air: $1699 $100 off

Click here to make your purchase.

Receive $100 back on a qualifying printer with your purchase via online rebate. The HP Photosmart C4480 All-in-One Printer, Scanner, Copier and the Canon PIXMA MP470 all-in-one are both available for $99.95. Use this rebate to reduce that price to $0 when you purchase your Mac.

Save $50 on new 15" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro with different hard drive
Monday, November 10 2008 @ 9:12 AM ET | Article Link
Choose an optional 250GB 5400RPM hard drive as a configure-to-order option with the new 15" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro at The Apple Store, in place of the standard 320GB 5400RPM drive, and Apple will reduce the price from $2499 to $2449. Shipping is free.

Up to $900 off leftover 15" early-2008 MacBook Pros
Monday, November 10 2008 @ 9:03 AM ET | Article Link
 MacConnection has dropped prices on leftover early-2008 15" MacBook Pros by as much as $900 off original MSRP. A $150 mail-in rebate is required (see their site for rebate form). Shipping is free. A Mobile Edge carrying case and a copy of VMware Fusion software are optional bundles, both free after applicable rebates:

- 15" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro: $1599.95 sku 8254321 $900 off original MSRP
- 15" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro: $1429.95 sku 8254304 $570 off original MSRP

13" 2.4GHz Black MacBook available for $1194; save $305
Monday, November 10 2008 @ 9:02 AM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com has restocked leftover 13" 2.4GHz Black MacBooks for $1194 after applicable online rebate. That's $305 off original MSRP. Look for item number B0013FNZ1M. To qualify for the rebate, you must purchase the Mac from Amazon.com -- not one of their partners (Office Depot, etc.). Ground shipping is free.

13" 2.1GHz MacBook available for $868.99
Monday, November 10 2008 @ 9:01 AM ET | Article Link
MacMall has the early-2008 13" 2.1GHz White MacBook now available for $868.99 after a $75 mail-in rebate. Look for item number 7404921. Their price is the lowest we've seen for this model.

13" 2.4GHz White MacBook now available for $1113
Monday, November 10 2008 @ 9:01 AM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com has the early-2008 13" 2.4GHz White MacBook available for $1113.99. Original MSRP for this model was $1299. Ground shipping is free:

- 13" White 2.4GHz MacBook: $1113.99 original MSRP $1299; sku B0013FPYRK

Price drops on early-'08 MacBooks w/4GB RAM
Monday, November 10 2008 @ 8:54 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has dropped prices on early-2008 13" 2.4GHz MacBooks with 4GB of installed RAM. Mail-in rebate is required for this discount. Shipping is free, and both models are in stock today:

- 13" 2.4GHz Black MacBook/4GB RAM: $1299 sku 8621135 was $1499
- 13" 2.4GHz White MacBook/4GB RAM: $1274 sku 8621071 was $1324

Apple offers early-'08 13" MacBooks for up to $200 off MSRP
Monday, November 10 2008 @ 8:53 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has leftover early-2008 13" 2.4GHz MacBooks available in their clearance section for up to $200 off original MSRP. Shipping is free:

- 13" 2.4GHz White MacBook: $1249 was $1299
- 13" 2.4GHz Black MacBook: $1299 was $1499

Apple offers early-'08 MacBook Pros for $700 off MSRP
Monday, November 10 2008 @ 8:52 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has leftover early-2008 15" and now 17" MacBooks available in their Special Deals section for up to $700 off original MSRP. Shipping is free:

- 15" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro: $1599 was $1999
- 15" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro: $1799 was $2499
- 15" 2.6GHz MacBook Pro/200GB 7200RPM HD: $2099 was $2799

- 17" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro: $2499 was $2799
- 17" 2.6GHz MacBook Pro/HD: $2899 was $3199

Note that Apple has now placed these clearance models on the same page as refurbished MacBook Pros. Scroll down to the bottom of the page to see these units.

15" 2.2GHz MacBook Pro/Glossy available for $1299
Monday, November 10 2008 @ 8:51 AM ET | Article Link
OnSale has new, leftover 2007 15" 2.2GHz MacBook Pros with Glossy Displays in stock and available for $1299.99. Look for item number 7256720. $200 mail-in rebate required. Original MSRP for this model was $1999.

17" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro w/4GB RAM available for $1799
Monday, November 10 2008 @ 8:51 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has new, unopened 2007 17" 2.4GHz MacBook Pros in stock today for $1799.95 with 4GB of RAM preinstalled. Look for item number 8340958. Original MSRP for this configuration was $3399. Shipping is free.

17" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro available for $1699
Monday, November 10 2008 @ 8:50 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has new, leftover, unopened 2007 17" 2.4GHz MacBook Pros available for $1699.95 after a $150 mail-in rebate (see site for rebate form). Look for item number 7586219. Their price is $1100 off original MSRP for this model, and shipping is free.

Free all-in-one printer with purchase of new Mac from Apple
Monday, November 10 2008 @ 7:52 AM ET | Article Link
Purchase a new Mac from The Apple Store and receive $100 back on a qualifying printer. The HP Photosmart C4480 All-in-One Printer, Scanner, Copier and the Canon PIXMA MP470 all-in-one are both available for $99.95. Use this rebate to reduce that price to $0 when you purchase your Mac. Apple is now using a new online form for this rebate, replacing the older PDF mail-in rebate forms.

Updated Apple Certified Refurbished Products Page
Monday, November 10 2008 @ 7:51 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our Apple Certified Refurbished Macs and iPods page for Monday, the 10th of November. Use this page to quickly scan available products from Apple's Special Deals Section. Apple Certified Refurbished products come with a standard Apple one-year warranty and can be discounted up to $850 or more.

Updated Clearance Price Trackers
Monday, November 10 2008 @ 7:51 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our Clearance Mac Laptops Price Trackers with all the latest information on prices and availability for refurbished, open-box return, leftover, and used MacBooks, PowerBooks, and iBooks from Apple's Authorized Internet/Catalog Resellers. We've also updated our Clearance Mac Desktops Price Tracker with the latest information on Mac Pros, iMacs, and minis.

Updated Mac Pro, iMac, and Mac mini Price Trackers
Monday, November 10 2008 @ 7:51 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our Mac Pro Price Tracker, iMac Price Tracker, and Mac mini Price Tracker with the latest information on prices, bundles, and availability from Apple's Authorized Internet/Catalog Resellers.

2008 iPod nanos in stock for up to $22 off MSRP
Monday, November 10 2008 @ 7:49 AM ET | Article Link
B&H Photo-Video has 2008 iPod nanos in stock today for up to $22 off MSRP. Shipping is free:

- 16GB iPod nano: $177.95 MSRP $199
- 8GB iPod nano: $134.94 MSRP $149

Discounts on new '08 iPods, up to $25 off MSRP
Monday, November 10 2008 @ 7:47 AM ET | Article Link
MacMall has the new fall 2008 iPods on sale today for up to $25 off MSRP. All models are in stock:

- 32GB iPod touch: $379.94 MSRP $399
- 16GB iPod touch: $289.94 MSRP $299
- 8GB iPod touch: $219.94 MSRP $229
- 16GB iPod nano: $189.84 MSRP $199
- 8GB iPod nano: $139.94 MSRP $149
- 120GB iPod classic: $224.48 MSRP $249

Refurbished 2007 iPod nanos available from only $79
Monday, November 10 2008 @ 7:45 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished Silver 3G 4GB iPod nanos in stock today for $79. That's a $20 price drop. Apple Certified Refurbished 2007 8GB iPod nanos (all colors) are in stock for $99, down from $129. An Apple one-year warranty is included with each model, ground shipping is free.

Apple refurbished iPod touch available from $179
Monday, November 10 2008 @ 7:44 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished iPod touches available starting at $179. An Apple one-year warranty is included with these models, and ground shipping is free. Click here to purchase on of these iPods:

- 32GB iPod touch: $319 (was $399)
- 16GB iPod touch: $239 (was $299)
- 8GB iPod touch: $179 (was $199)

Refurbished 2GB iPod shuffles available for $59
Monday, November 10 2008 @ 7:43 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished 2GB iPod shuffles available for $59. An Apple one-year warranty is included, and ground shipping is free. Their price is $10 off MSRP for new models.

Refurbished 1GB iPod shuffles available for $39
Monday, November 10 2008 @ 7:43 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished 1GB iPod shuffles available for $39. An Apple one-year warranty is included, and ground shipping is free.

Updated iPod Prices
Monday, November 10 2008 @ 7:42 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our iPod Price Trackers with the latest information on prices, bundles, and availabilty from over 40 of Apple's Authorized iPod Resellers. The following price trackers are available:

- iPod shuffle Prices
- iPod nano Prices
- iPod classic Prices
- iPod touch Prices
- iPhone Prices

Updated Apple TV Price Tracker
Monday, November 10 2008 @ 7:42 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our Apple TV Price Tracker with the latest information from over 20 Apple resellers. Discounts currently range up to $20 off MSRP for new models and up to $70 for refurbished units.

Updated Mac OS X Price Tracker: Leopard
Monday, November 10 2008 @ 7:41 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our Mac OS X Price Tracker with the latest information on prices and availability for Mac OS X 10.5 (Leopard) from 24 of Apple's resellers.

Updated Apple Cinema Displays Price Tracker
Monday, November 10 2008 @ 7:41 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our Apple Displays Price Tracker with all the latest information on prices and availability for new and clearance Apple Cinema Displays from Apple's Authorized Internet/Catalog Resellers. Several resellers are offering discounted and/or clearance displays today.

Save up to $300 with Apple Refurbished Displays
Monday, November 10 2008 @ 7:40 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished Cinema Displays available today for up to $300 off the price of new models. Each display comes with an Apple one-year warranty, and ground shipping is free:

- 30" Cinema Display: $1499 MSRP $1799
- 23" Cinema Display: $749 MSRP $899
- 20" Cinema Display: $499 MSRP $599

Update on 13" MacBook sale prices; up to $105 off MSRP
Friday, November 7 2008 @ 9:57 AM ET | Article Link
 Resellers are offering rebates on the new late-2008 13" MacBooks ranging up to $105 off MSRP. All models are in stock today:

OnSale, part of the MacMall/PCMall family, is offering $50-$100 mail-in rebates on the new 13" MacBooks, resulting in discounts ranging up to $105 off MSRP (see their site for applicable rebate forms). All models are in stock today:
- 13" 2.4GHz Aluminum MacBook: $1494 sku 7684019 $100 mail-in rebate
- 13" 2.0GHz Aluminum MacBook: $1219 sku 7684018 $75 mail-in rebate
- 13" 2.1GHz White MacBook: $944 sku 7684039 $50 mail-in rebate

MacConnection has new late-2008 13" MacBooks on sale today for up to $100 off MSRP after applicable mail-in rebate (see their site for rebate form). All models are in stock today. Shipping is free:
- 13" 2.4GHz Aluminum MacBook: $1499 sku 8252974 $100 off MSRP
- 13" 2.0GHz Aluminum MacBook: $1224 sku 8252966 $75 off MSRP
- 13" 2.1GHz White MacBook: $949 sku 8252982 $50 off MSRP

Optional bundled items, free after rebates, include a copy of VMware Fusion software, a printer, and a carrying case.

Update on MacBook Pro sale prices; up to $177 off MSRP
Friday, November 7 2008 @ 9:56 AM ET | Article Link
 Resellers are offering rebates on the new late-2008 15" and 17" MacBook Pros ranging up to $177 off MSRP. All models are in stock today:

OnSale, part of the MacMall/PCMall family, is offering $150 mail-in rebates on the new 15" and 17" MacBook Pros, resulting in discounts of $155 off MSRP (see their site for applicable rebate forms). All models are in stock today:
- 17" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro: $2644 sku 7684032
- 15" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro: $2344 sku 7684021
- 15" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro: $1844 sku 7684020

Abe's of Maine has the new late-2008 15" and 17" MacBook Pros in stock and available today for up to $177 off MSRP including free shipping. No rebates are required:
- 17" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro: $2622.18 sku APMB766LLA $177 off MSRP
- 15" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro: $2407.18 sku APMB471LLA $92 off MSRP
- 15" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro: $1855.18 sku APMB470LLA $144 off MSRP

MacConnection has new late-2008 15" and 17" MacBook Pros on sale today for $150 off MSRP after applicable mail-in rebate (see their site for rebate form). All models are in stock today with free shipping:
- 17" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro: $2649 sku 8254451 $150 off MSRP
- 15" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro: $2349 sku 8254443 $150 off MSRP
- 15" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro: $1849 sku 8254427 $150 off MSRP

Updated MacBook Price Trackers
Friday, November 7 2008 @ 9:43 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our MacBook Price Trackers with the latest information on prices, bundles, and availability from Apple's authorized internet/catalog resellers. New late-2008 models are represented as well as previous-generation MacBooks. The following charts are available:

Apple drops price on refurbished 17" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro to $1999
Friday, November 7 2008 @ 9:42 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has dropped their price on Apple Certified Refurbished early-2008 17" 2.5GHz MacBook Pros from $2099 to $1999. Click here to see this model. An Apple one-year warranty is included, and shipping is free. Original MSRP for this model was $2799. A choice of glossy or matte displays is offered.

Apple drops price on refurbished 13" 2.4GHz MacBook to $999
Friday, November 7 2008 @ 9:36 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has dropped their price on Apple Certified Refurbished early-2008 13" 2.4GHz White MacBooks from $1049 to $999. Click here to see this model. An Apple one-year warranty is included, and shipping is free. Original MSRP for this model was $1299.

MacBook Pros on sale for up to $177 off MSRP - no rebates!
Thursday, November 6 2008 @ 9:31 AM ET | Article Link
 Abe's of Maine has the new late-2008 15" and 17" MacBook Pros in stock and available today for up to $177 off MSRP including free shipping. No rebates are required:

- 17" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro: $2622.18 sku APMB766LLA $177 off MSRP
- 15" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro: $2407.18 sku APMB471LLA $92 off MSRP
- 15" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro: $1855.18 sku APMB470LLA $144 off MSRP

1.8GHz/128GB SSD MacBook Air in stock for $2399; save $100, no rebate
Thursday, November 6 2008 @ 9:24 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has the new 13" 1.8GHz/128GB SSD MacBook Air in stock today for $2399 including free shipping. Look for item number 8286541. Their price is $100 off MSRP for this model, and no rebate is required.

15" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro (refurbished) available for $1349
Thursday, November 6 2008 @ 9:19 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished early-2008 15" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro/Glossys available for $1349. Original MSRP for this model was $1999. An Apple one-year warranty is included, and ground shipping is free.

13" 2.4GHz Black MacBook available for $1194; save $305
Thursday, November 6 2008 @ 9:11 AM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com has restocked leftover 13" 2.4GHz Black MacBooks for $1194 after applicable online rebate. That's $305 off original MSRP. Look for item number B0013FNZ1M. To qualify for the rebate, you must purchase the Mac from Amazon.com -- not one of their partners (Office Depot, etc.). Ground shipping is free.

Leftover 13" 2.1GHz MacBook in stock for $869
Thursday, November 6 2008 @ 9:09 AM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com has leftover 13" 2.1GHz White MacBooks in stock today $869, after applicable $75 online rebate. To qualify for the rebate, you must purchase the Mac from Amazon.com -- not one of their partners (Office Depot, etc.). Ground shipping is free:

- 13" White 2.1GHz MacBook: $869 original MSRP $1099; sku B0013FRA0O

Aluminum unibody MacBooks/Pros in stock today for up to $155 off MSRP
Wednesday, November 5 2008 @ 9:40 AM ET | Article Link
 ClubMac is offering $50-$100 mail-in rebates on the new late-2008 aluminum-unibody 13" MacBooks and $150 mail-in rebates on MacBook Pros, resulting in discounts ranging up to $155 off MSRP (see their site for applicable rebate forms). All models are in stock today:

- 15" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro: $2344 sku 7684021 MSRP $2499
- 15" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro: $1844 sku 7684020 MSRP $1999
- 13" 2.4GHz Aluminum MacBook: $1494 sku 7684019 MSRP $1599
- 13" 2.0GHz Aluminum MacBook: $1219 sku 7684018 MSRP $1299

13" 2.4GHz White MacBook now available for $1113
Wednesday, November 5 2008 @ 9:34 AM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com has the early-2008 13" 2.4GHz White MacBook available for $1113.99. Original MSRP for this model was $1299. Ground shipping is free:

- 13" White 2.4GHz MacBook: $1113.99 original MSRP $1299; sku B0013FPYRK

The ëBook Mystique Review - Proporta Laptop Bag
Wednesday, November 5 2008 @ 9:25 AM ET | Article Link
by Charles W. Moore

Proportaˆs new Laptop Bag hits the sweet spot in the computer luggage matrix combining commodious capacity, easy, convenient and versatile carriage, protection for the computer, and affordable price. While designed in particular to accommodate the new MacBook Pros and MacBooks, the Proporta Laptop Bag swallows up my old 14¾ Pismo PowerBook quite comfortably, and I can just jam in my 17-inch PowerBook, so it will have no difficulty accommodating any Apple notebook up to the 15-inch MacBook Pro. Read More...

New 15" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro in stock for $1855; save $144, no rebates
Tuesday, November 4 2008 @ 6:41 PM ET | Article Link
 Abe's of Maine has the new 15" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro available for $1875.18 including free shipping. Look for sku APMB470LLA. Their price is $124 off MSRP, and no rebate is required. It's the lowest price we've seen without rebate from any Apple Authorized Reseller.

Update 11/5:
Abe's has reduced their price to $1855.18. That's $144 off MSRP.

New 17" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro available for $2638; save $161
Tuesday, November 4 2008 @ 9:37 AM ET | Article Link
 Abe's of Maine has the new 17" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro now available for $2638.18 including free shipping. Look for sku APMB766LLA. Their price is $161 off MSRP, and no rebate is required. It's the lowest price we've seen for this model from any Apple Authorized Reseller.

Update 11/5:
Abe's has lowered their price to $2622.18.

Roundup of Apple Refurbished MacBooks and MacBook Pros
Tuesday, November 4 2008 @ 9:35 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has several Apple Certified Refurbished MacBooks, MacBook Airs, and MacBook Pros available today starting at only $799. Each model comes with an Apple one-year warranty, and ground shipping is free. The following configurations are available today:

- 17" 2.6GHz MacBook Pro HD/200GB 7200RPM HD (early 2008): $2399
- 17" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro/HD: $2199
- 17" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro/matte or glossy (early 2008): $2099
- 17" 2.33GHz MacBook Pro/matte or glossy: $1899

- 15" 2.6GHz MacBook Pro/200GB 7200RPM HD: $1799

- 13" 1.6GHz/80GB HD MacBook Air: $1349
- 13" 1.8GHz/80GB HD MacBook Air: $1499
- 13" 1.8GHz/64GB SSD MacBook Air: $1799

- 13" 2.4GHz MacBook Black: $1099
- 13" 2.4GHz MacBook White: $1049
- 13" 2.1GHz MacBook White: $849
- 13" 2.2GHz MacBook White: $999
- 13" 2.0GHz MacBook White: $799

Click here to purchase any of these models, and note that some models may sell out quickly today.

Updated MacBook Price Trackers
Tuesday, November 4 2008 @ 9:31 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our MacBook Price Trackers with the latest information on prices, bundles, and availability from Apple's authorized internet/catalog resellers. New late-2008 models are represented as well as previous-generation MacBooks. The following charts are available:

Apple adds more leftover MacBook Pros to the mix
Tuesday, November 4 2008 @ 9:30 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has leftover early-2008 15" and now 17" MacBooks available in their Special Deals section for up to $700 off original MSRP. Shipping is free:

- 15" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro: $1599 was $1999
- 15" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro: $1799 was $2499
- 15" 2.6GHz MacBook Pro/200GB 7200RPM HD: $2099 was $2799

- 17" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro: $2499 was $2799
- 17" 2.6GHz MacBook Pro/HD: $2899 was $3199

Note that Apple has now placed these clearance models on the same page as refurbished MacBook Pros. Scroll down to the bottom of the page to see these units.

Price drops on early-'08 MacBooks w/4GB RAM
Tuesday, November 4 2008 @ 9:22 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has dropped prices on early-2008 13" 2.4GHz MacBooks with 4GB of installed RAM. Mail-in rebate is required for this discount. Shipping is free, and both models are in stock today:

- 13" 2.4GHz Black MacBook/4GB RAM: $1299 sku 8621135 was $1499
- 13" 2.4GHz White MacBook/4GB RAM: $1274 sku 8621071 was $1324

Price drop on early-'08 15" MacBook Pros, now starting at $1429
Tuesday, November 4 2008 @ 9:21 AM ET | Article Link
 MacConnection has dropped prices on leftover early-2008 15" MacBook Pros by as much as $900 off original MSRP. A $150 mail-in rebate is required (see their site for rebate form). Shipping is free. A Mobile Edge carrying case and a copy of VMware Fusion software are optional bundles, both free after applicable rebates:

- 15" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro: $1599.95 sku 8254321 $900 off original MSRP
- 15" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro: $1429.95 sku 8254304 $570 off original MSRP

New MacBook Pros in stock today for $150 off MSRP
Monday, November 3 2008 @ 9:40 AM ET | Article Link
 MacConnection has new late-2008 15" and 17" MacBook Pros on sale today for $150 off MSRP after applicable mail-in rebate (see their site for rebate form). All models are in stock today with free shipping:

- 17" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro: $2649 sku 8254451 $150 off MSRP
- 15" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro: $2349 sku 8254443 $150 off MSRP
- 15" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro: $1849 sku 8254427 $150 off MSRP

Optional bundled items, free after rebates, include a copy of VMware Fusion software, a printer, and a carrying case.

New MacBook Pros in stock today for $155 off MSRP
Monday, November 3 2008 @ 9:38 AM ET | Article Link
 OnSale, part of the MacMall/PCMall family, is offering $150 mail-in rebates on the new 15" and 17" MacBook Pros, resulting in discounts of $155 off MSRP (see their site for applicable rebate forms). All models are in stock today:

- 17" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro: $2644 sku 7684032
- 15" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro: $2344 sku 7684021
- 15" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro: $1844 sku 7684020

Up to $100 off new 13" MacBooks
Monday, November 3 2008 @ 9:37 AM ET | Article Link
 MacConnection has new late-2008 13" MacBooks on sale today for up to $100 off MSRP after applicable mail-in rebate (see their site for rebate form). All models are in stock today. Shipping is free:

- 13" 2.4GHz Aluminum MacBook: $1499 sku 8252974 $100 off MSRP
- 13" 2.0GHz Aluminum MacBook: $1224 sku 8252966 $75 off MSRP
- 13" 2.1GHz White MacBook: $949 sku 8252982 $50 off MSRP

Optional bundled items, free after rebates, include a copy of VMware Fusion software, a printer, and a carrying case.

New 13" MacBooks now in stock for up to $105 off MSRP
Monday, November 3 2008 @ 9:36 AM ET | Article Link
 OnSale, part of the MacMall/PCMall family, is offering $50-$100 mail-in rebates on the new 13" MacBooks, resulting in discounts ranging up to $105 off MSRP (see their site for applicable rebate forms). All models are in stock today:

- 13" 2.4GHz Aluminum MacBook: $1494 sku 7684019 $100 mail-in rebate
- 13" 2.0GHz Aluminum MacBook: $1219 sku 7684018 $75 mail-in rebate
- 13" 2.1GHz White MacBook: $944 sku 7684039 $50 mail-in rebate

Week's Best MacBook Deals
Monday, November 3 2008 @ 9:34 AM ET | Article Link
We've posted the Week's Best Deals on MacBooks, MacBook Airs, and MacBook Pros for Monday, the 3rd of November. This includes the new late-2008 models just introduced. Find the lowest price or the best set of bundles from Apple's Authorized Resellers with these deals: Week's Best MacBook Pro Deals | Week's Best MacBook Deals | Week's Best MacBook Air Deals

And, as always, keep an eye on our price trackers at MacPrices for the latest prices and bundles from Apple's resellers. We update our price trackers each morning.

Save $50 on new 15" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro with different hard drive
Monday, November 3 2008 @ 9:31 AM ET | Article Link
Choose an optional 250GB 5400RPM hard drive as a configure-to-order option with the new 15" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro at The Apple Store, in place of the standard 320GB 5400RPM drive, and Apple will reduce the price from $2499 to $2449. Shipping is free. Apple is currently quoting a 3-5 business day wait for this configuration.

Apple EDU: Free all-in-one printer, MacBooks up to $200 off MSRP
Monday, November 3 2008 @ 9:31 AM ET | Article Link
 Purchase a new MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, or MacBook at The Apple Store for Education and take up to $200 off MSRP. All teachers and students qualify for the discount. Ground shipping is free:

- 17" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro: $2599 $200 off
- 15" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro: $2299 $200 off
- 15" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro: $1899 $100 off

- 13" 2.4GHz Alum MacBook: $1499 $100 off
- 13" 2.0GHz Alum MacBook $1249 $50 off
- 13" 2.1GHz White MacBook: $949 $50 off

- 13" 1.8GHz/128GB MacBook Air: $2299 $200 off
- 13" 1.6GHz/120GB MacBook Air: $1699 $100 off

Click here to make your purchase.

Receive $100 back on a qualifying printer with your purchase via online rebate. The HP Photosmart C4480 All-in-One Printer, Scanner, Copier and the Canon PIXMA MP470 all-in-one are both available for $99.95. Use this rebate to reduce that price to $0 when you purchase your Mac.

Save up to $700 with Apple Refurbished MacBook Airs
Monday, November 3 2008 @ 9:30 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished early-2008 MacBook Airs available for up to $700 off original MSRP. Each model comes with an Apple one-year warranty, and ground shipping is free. The following configurations are available:

- 13" 1.6GHz/80GB HD MacBook Air: $1349 original MSRP $1799
- 13" 1.8GHz/80GB HD MacBook Air: $1499 original MSRP $1999
- 13" 1.8GHz/64GB SSD MacBook Air: $1799 original MSRP $2498

Click here to purchase any of these models, and note that some models may sell out quickly today.

17" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro (early-'08) available for $2099; save $700
Monday, November 3 2008 @ 9:27 AM ET | Article Link
Best Buy has lowered their price on new, leftover early-2008 17" 2.5GHz MacBook Pros to $2099.99. Look for item number 8764465. Their price is $700 off original MSRP, and it's the lowest we've seen for this model. Shipping is free, and local pickup is available.

13" 2.1GHz MacBook available for $868.99
Monday, November 3 2008 @ 9:26 AM ET | Article Link
MacMall has the early-2008 13" 2.1GHz White MacBook now available for $868.99 after a $75 mail-in rebate. Look for item number 7404921. Their price is the lowest we've seen for this model.

13" 1.6GHz MacBook Air available for $1299, save $500
Monday, November 3 2008 @ 9:24 AM ET | Article Link
Best Buy has leftover 13" 1.6GHz/80GB HD MacBook Airs available for $1299.99. Look for item number 8698894. Their price is $500 off original MSRP for this model.

13" 2.4GHz Black MacBook available for $1194; save $305
Monday, November 3 2008 @ 9:24 AM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com has leftover 13" 2.4GHz Black MacBooks in stock today for $1194 after applicable online rebate. That's $305 off original MSRP. Look for item number B0013FNZ1M. To qualify for the rebate, you must purchase the Mac from Amazon.com -- not one of their partners (Office Depot, etc.). Ground shipping is free.

Up to $855 off leftover 15" early-2008 MacBook Pros
Monday, November 3 2008 @ 9:23 AM ET | Article Link
MacMall has leftover early-2008 15" MacBook Pros on sale for up to $855 off original MSRP. A $150 mail-in rebate is required:
- 15" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro: $1643.99 was $2499; sku 7405627
- 15" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro: $1443.99 was $1999; sku 7405626

Amazon.com has 15" MacBook Pros in stock today for up to $855 off original MSRP, after applicable online rebate. To qualify for the rebate, you must purchase the Mac from Amazon.com -- not one of their partners (Office Depot, etc.). Both models are in stock today with 24-hour shipping. Ground shipping is free:
- 15" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro: $1643.99; sku B0013FLTNS original MSRP $2499
- 15" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro: $1444; sku B0013FLU96 original MSRP $1999

Apple offers early-'08 13" MacBooks for up to $200 off MSRP
Monday, November 3 2008 @ 9:19 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has leftover early-2008 13" 2.4GHz MacBooks available in their clearance section for up to $200 off original MSRP. Shipping is free:

- 13" 2.4GHz White MacBook: $1249 was $1299
- 13" 2.4GHz Black MacBook: $1299 was $1499

Apple offers early-'08 MacBook Pros for $700 off MSRP
Monday, November 3 2008 @ 9:18 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has leftover early-2008 15" MacBooks available in their clearance section for up to $700 off original MSRP. Shipping is free:

- 15" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro: $1599 was $1999
- 15" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro: $1799 was $2499

15" 2.2GHz MacBook Pro/Glossy available for $1299
Monday, November 3 2008 @ 9:18 AM ET | Article Link
OnSale has new, leftover 2007 15" 2.2GHz MacBook Pros with Glossy Displays in stock and available for $1299.99. Look for item number 7256720. $200 mail-in rebate required. Original MSRP for this model was $1999.

17" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro w/4GB RAM available for $1799
Monday, November 3 2008 @ 9:17 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has new, unopened 2007 17" 2.4GHz MacBook Pros in stock today for $1799.95 with 4GB of RAM preinstalled. Look for item number 8340958. Original MSRP for this configuration was $3399. Shipping is free.

17" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro available for $1699
Monday, November 3 2008 @ 9:17 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has new, leftover, unopened 2007 17" 2.4GHz MacBook Pros available for $1699.95 after a $150 mail-in rebate (see site for rebate form). Look for item number 7586219. Their price is $1100 off original MSRP for this model, and shipping is free.

Free all-in-one printer with purchase of new Mac from Apple
Monday, November 3 2008 @ 9:11 AM ET | Article Link
Purchase a new Mac from The Apple Store and receive $100 back on a qualifying printer. The HP Photosmart C4480 All-in-One Printer, Scanner, Copier and the Canon PIXMA MP470 all-in-one are both available for $99.95. Use this rebate to reduce that price to $0 when you purchase your Mac. Apple is now using a new online form for this rebate, replacing the older PDF mail-in rebate forms.

Updated Apple Certified Refurbished Products Page
Monday, November 3 2008 @ 9:07 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our Apple Certified Refurbished Macs and iPods page for Monday, the 3rd of November. Use this page to quickly scan available products from Apple's Special Deals Section. Apple Certified Refurbished products come with a standard Apple one-year warranty and can be discounted up to $850 or more.

Updated Clearance Price Trackers
Monday, November 3 2008 @ 9:07 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our Clearance Mac Laptops Price Trackers with all the latest information on prices and availability for refurbished, open-box return, leftover, and used MacBooks, PowerBooks, and iBooks from Apple's Authorized Internet/Catalog Resellers. We've also updated our Clearance Mac Desktops Price Tracker with the latest information on Mac Pros, iMacs, and minis.

Updated Mac Pro, iMac, and Mac mini Price Trackers
Monday, November 3 2008 @ 9:07 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our Mac Pro Price Tracker, iMac Price Tracker, and Mac mini Price Tracker with the latest information on prices, bundles, and availability from Apple's Authorized Internet/Catalog Resellers.

2008 iPods on sale
Monday, November 3 2008 @ 9:06 AM ET | Article Link
J&R has some fall 2008 iPods on sale today for up to $20 off MSRP. All models are in stock:

- 32GB iPod touch: $384.88 MSRP $399
- 16GB iPod touch: $289.88 MSRP $299
- 8GB iPod touch: $219.88 MSRP $229
- 8GB iPod nano: $139.88 MSRP $149
- 120GB iPod classic: $239.88 MSRP $249

Discounts on new '08 iPods, up to $20 off MSRP
Monday, November 3 2008 @ 9:02 AM ET | Article Link
MacMall has the new fall 2008 iPods on sale today for up to $20 off MSRP. All models are in stock:

- 32GB iPod touch: $379.94 MSRP $399
- 16GB iPod touch: $289.94 MSRP $299
- 8GB iPod touch: $219.94 MSRP $229
- 16GB iPod nano: $189.84 MSRP $199
- 8GB iPod nano: $139.94 MSRP $149
- 120GB iPod classic: $239.94 MSRP $249

Refurbished 2007 iPod nanos available from only $79
Monday, November 3 2008 @ 9:02 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished Silver 3G 4GB iPod nanos in stock today for $79. That's a $20 price drop. Apple Certified Refurbished 2007 8GB iPod nanos (all colors) are in stock for $99, down from $129. An Apple one-year warranty is included with each model, ground shipping is free.

Apple offers leftover iPod touches starting at $209
Monday, November 3 2008 @ 9:01 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has dropped prices on leftover iPod touch models, now available starting at $209. These models are available in their clearance section:

- 32GB iPod touch: $379
- 16GB iPod touch: $279
- 8GB iPod touch: $209

Apple refurbished iPod touch available from $179
Monday, November 3 2008 @ 9:01 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished iPod touches available starting at $179. An Apple one-year warranty is included with these models, and ground shipping is free. Click here to purchase on of these iPods:

- 32GB iPod touch: $319 (was $399)
- 16GB iPod touch: $239 (was $299)
- 8GB iPod touch: $179 (was $199)

Refurbished 2GB iPod shuffles available for $59
Monday, November 3 2008 @ 9:00 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished 2GB iPod shuffles available for $59. An Apple one-year warranty is included, and ground shipping is free. Their price is $10 off MSRP for new models.

Refurbished 1GB iPod shuffles available for $39
Monday, November 3 2008 @ 9:00 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished 1GB iPod shuffles available for $39. An Apple one-year warranty is included, and ground shipping is free.

Updated iPod Price Trackers
Monday, November 3 2008 @ 8:59 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our iPod Price Trackers with the latest information on prices, bundles, and availabilty from over 40 of Apple's Authorized iPod Resellers. The following price trackers are available:

- iPod shuffle Prices
- iPod nano Prices
- iPod classic Prices
- iPod touch Prices
- iPhone Prices

Updated Apple TV Price Tracker
Monday, November 3 2008 @ 8:59 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our Apple TV Price Tracker with the latest information from over 20 Apple resellers. Discounts currently range up to $20 off MSRP for new models and up to $70 for refurbished units.

Updated Mac OS X Price Tracker: Leopard
Monday, November 3 2008 @ 8:59 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our Mac OS X Price Tracker with the latest information on prices and availability for Mac OS X 10.5 (Leopard) from 24 of Apple's resellers.

Updated Apple Cinema Displays Price Tracker
Monday, November 3 2008 @ 8:58 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our Apple Displays Price Tracker with all the latest information on prices and availability for new and clearance Apple Cinema Displays from Apple's Authorized Internet/Catalog Resellers. Several resellers are offering discounted and/or clearance displays today.

Save up to $300 with Apple Refurbished Displays
Monday, November 3 2008 @ 8:57 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished Cinema Displays available today for up to $300 off the price of new models. Each display comes with an Apple one-year warranty, and ground shipping is free:

- 30" Cinema Display: $1499 MSRP $1799
- 23" Cinema Display: $749 MSRP $899
- 20" Cinema Display: $499 MSRP $599