December 2003

Updated PowerBook G4 Price Trackers
Wednesday, December 31 2003 @ 1:13 PM ET | Article Link
We've updated our PowerBook Price Trackers (17" PowerBooks | 15" PowerBooks | 12" PowerBooks) with the latest information on prices, bundles, and availability from all of Apple's authorized internet/catalog resellers.

15" 1GHz PowerBook G4/Combo (reconditioned) available for $1799; save $200
Wednesday, December 31 2003 @ 1:06 PM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has reconditioned 15" 1GHz PowerBook G4/Combos available for $1799. Look for item number 465380. That's a $200 discount over new models. When this item is in stock, it typically sells out in a hurry.

Update 1/4/04:
Sold out.

15" 1.25GHz PowerBook G4 (reconditioned) available for $1999; save $600
Wednesday, December 31 2003 @ 1:04 PM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has reconditioned 15" 1.25GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrives available today for $1999. Look (search) for item number 470335. That represents a $600 savings over new models. The last time they had this model listed only one was available.

Update 1/4/04:
Sold out.

17" 1GHz PowerBook G4 (reconditioned) available for $2399
Wednesday, December 31 2003 @ 1:02 PM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has reconditioned 17" 1GHz PowerBook G4s available for $2399. Look for item number 440642. That represents a $100 savings over new, leftover 17" 1GHz models.

Update 1/4/04:
Sold out.

Factory-refurbished 700MHz iBook/CD available for $799
Tuesday, December 30 2003 @ 9:30 AM ET | Article Link
Mac-Pro has factory-refurbished 12" 700MHz iBook/CDs available for $799.99. Look for item number IBOOK700-2d-CD.

Factory-refurbished iBook/Combos available from Apple
Tuesday, December 30 2003 @ 9:27 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has factory-refurbished iBook G3/Combos available today in their Special Deals section. The 12" 900MHz iBook/Combo is available for $849, while the 14" 800MHz iBook/Combo is available for $949. Each machine comes with a standard Apple one-year warranty.

12" 867MHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive available for $1399
Monday, December 29 2003 @ 10:10 PM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has new, leftover 12" 867MHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrives available for $1399. Look (search) for item number 425467. A 512MB RAM upgrade is available for an additional $100 -- item number 450867. A free Epson C84 printer is included after mail-in rebate.

Save up to $50 on AppleCare
Monday, December 29 2003 @ 9:06 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has AppleCare Protection Warranties available up to $50 under standard MSRP. Here's what's available:

- PowerBook: $299.95; item number 420117
- iBook: $199.95; item number 420113
- Power Mac: $199.95; item number 420109
- iMac and eMac: $139.95; item number 420111

OBR 12" 800MHz iBook/G4 available for $954; save $140
Monday, December 29 2003 @ 9:04 AM ET | Article Link
MacMall has open-box return 12" 800MHz iBook/G4s available for $954.99. Look for item number 336686. That represents a $140 savings over new models. They only have one unit available.

OBR 14" 1GHz iBook/G4 available for $1289; save $205
Monday, December 29 2003 @ 8:59 AM ET | Article Link
MacMall has open-box return 14" 1GHz iBook/G4/Combos available for $1289.99. Look for item number 343493. That's a $205 savings over new models. They have two units available.

17" 1GHz PowerBook G4 available for $2549 with 1GB RAM
Monday, December 29 2003 @ 8:52 AM ET | Article Link
ClubMac has leftover 17" 1GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrives available for $2549 including a free 1GB RAM upgrade ($119 mail-in rebate) plus a free Epson printer. Look for item number 114794. As of this writing, they have 188 units available.

15" PowerBooks available with free extra battery
Monday, December 29 2003 @ 8:44 AM ET | Article Link
MacZone has the new 15" PowerBook G4s available today including free extra batteries. The 15" 1.25GHz model is available for $2594.98 including the extra battery (item number 00197322), while the 1GHz model is available for $1994.98 including the extra battery (item number 00197321). There are no fees or rebates involved with the bundled batteries -- they're just free.

Updated iPod Price Tracker
Monday, December 29 2003 @ 8:20 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our iPod Price Tracker with the latest information on prices and availability from 16 resellers.

Updated Clearance PowerBook and iBook Price Tracker
Sunday, December 28 2003 @ 1:31 PM ET | Article Link
We've updated our Clearance PowerBook and iBook Price Tracker with all the latest information on prices and availability for refurbished, open-box return, leftover, and used PowerBooks and iBooks from 13 Mac dealers.

OBR 15" 1GHz PowerBook G4/Combo available for $1794; save $200
Sunday, December 28 2003 @ 1:30 PM ET | Article Link
MacZone has open-box return 15" 1GHz PowerBook G4/Combos available for $1794.97. Look for item number 00184161. That represents a $200 savings over new models.

Updated iMac and eMac Price Trackers
Sunday, December 28 2003 @ 1:16 PM ET | Article Link
We've updated our iMac and eMac price trackers with the latest information on prices, availability, and bundles from all of Apple's authorized internet/catalog resellers:

- iMac (new models) Price Tracker and iMac (previous-generation) Price Tracker
- eMac Price Tracker

20" iMac (reconditioned) available for $2044; save $150
Sunday, December 28 2003 @ 1:09 PM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has reconditioned 20" iMacs available for $2044. Look for item number 4761739. That represents a $150 savings over new models.

Updated Power Mac Price Trackers
Sunday, December 28 2003 @ 12:55 PM ET | Article Link
We've updated our Power Mac G5 Price Tracker and our Power Mac G4 Price Tracker with the latest information on prices, bundles, and availability from all of Apple's Authorized Internet/Catalog Resellers.

Updated iBook Price Trackers
Sunday, December 28 2003 @ 12:44 PM ET | Article Link
We've updated our iBook Price Trackers (14" iBooks | 12" iBooks) with the latest information on prices, bundles, and availability from all of Apple's authorized internet/catalog resellers.

Factory-refurbished 12" 867MHz PowerBooks available
Saturday, December 27 2003 @ 8:55 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has factory-refurbished 12" 867MHz PowerBooks in stock today in their 'Special Deals' section. They have the 12" 867MHz PowerBook G4/Combo available for $1199 and the SuperDrive version available for $1399. Both models come with an Apple one-year warranty, just like new models.

1.33GHz 17" PowerBook (refurbished) available for $2499; save $500
Saturday, December 27 2003 @ 8:53 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has factory-refurbished 1.33GHz 17" PowerBook G4/SuperDrives available for $2499 in their Special Deals section today. They come with standard Apple one-year warranties, just like new 17" PowerBooks. That price represents a $500 discount over new models.

Free 512MB RAM upgrade with new PowerBooks, up to 1GB of RAM, plus more
Friday, December 26 2003 @ 5:44 PM ET | Article Link
MacConnection is once again offering a free 512MB RAM upgrade with all new 12", 15", and 17" PowerBooks (meaning a full 1GB of RAM with the 1.25GHz and 1.33GHz PowerBooks; 768MB with the others). Included with the RAM upgrade is a free Body Glove Carrying Case, a free Epson C84 printer, plus a free Fellowes security lock. The extra RAM and printer are both free after mail-in rebates (a $100 mail-in rebate with the RAM), and are available for the following models:

- 17" 1.33GHz PowerBook: $3294, sku 463393
- 15" 1.25GHz PowerBook: $2594, sku 463657
- 15" 1GHz PowerBook: $1994, sku 463654
- 12" 1GHz PowerBook/SuperDrive: $1794, sku 463653
- 12" 1GHz PowerBook/Combo: $1594, sku 463652

All models were in stock as of this writing, including the 1.25GHz PowerBook. Offer is good until December 31st.

Update 12/27:
This bundle appears to have been replaced with one containing just a 512MB RAM upgrade ($100 fee). We'll let you know if the bundled items change again.

10% off iPods for a limited time
Friday, December 26 2003 @ 12:32 PM ET | Article Link
Circuit City is offering a 10% discount on all iPods for a limited time. This drops the price of the 40GB model to $449.99.

10% off all accessories
Friday, December 26 2003 @ 9:06 AM ET | Article Link
Best Buy is offering a 10% discount on all accessories purchased online for a limited time. This includes software, peripherals, iPods, and more.

Power Mac G5s available with free upgrade to 1.5GB RAM
Friday, December 26 2003 @ 9:03 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has the 1.8GHz and 2.0GHz Power Mac G5s available including a free 1GB RAM upgrade for a total of 1.5GB of RAM. The RAM is free after a $100 mail-in rebate, and there is no installation fee. Look for item number 453237 for the 2.0GHz G5 and item number 4749422 for the new dual-processor 1.8GHz model. The single-CPU 1.8GHz G5 is also available with a 1MB RAM upgrade (item number 453236). The PM G5/1.6 is available with an extra 512MB of RAM -- look for item number 453235.

Factory-refurbished Power Mac G5s available; save up to $600
Friday, December 26 2003 @ 9:02 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has factory-refurbished Power Mac G5s available today in their Special Deals section. They have the 1.6GHz PM G5 available for $1399 (a $400 savings) and the 1.8GHz PM G5 available for $1699. The 2.0GHz model is available for $2399 which represents a $600 savings over new models. Each comes with a standard Apple one-year warranty, just like new models, and all three are in stock today.

Legacy iBook G3s (Dual boot, OSX/OS 9 configurations) still available
Friday, December 26 2003 @ 8:53 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has new, unopened legacy iBook G3s available in their Special Deals section. They have the 12" 800MHz iBook/CD available for $799 and the 12" 900MHz iBook/Combo available for $899. Each comes with a standard Apple one-year warranty.

12" 1GHz PowerBook/Combo (reconditioned) available for $1444; save $150
Friday, December 26 2003 @ 8:51 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has reconditioned 12" 1GHz PowerBook G4/Combos available for $1444. Look for item number 470955. That represents a $150 savings over new models.

14" 900MHz iBook/Combo available for $999 w/Panther
Friday, December 26 2003 @ 8:50 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has leftover 14" 900MHz iBook/Combos available $999 including a free copy of Mac OS X 10.3 (Panther). Look for item number 441399. A free (after rebate) Epson Stylus C84 printer is included in the deal.

1.33GHz and 1.25GHz PowerBooks bundled with AirPort BS and AppleCare
Friday, December 26 2003 @ 8:48 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has the 15" 1.25GHz PowerBook plus the 17" 1.33GHz PowerBook available bunded with AirPort Extreme Base Stations plus copies of Apple's 3-year AppleCare Protection Plan. You pay an extra $300 for these items as part of the bundle, but it saves you $200 if you were planning on purchasing these items separately. Look for item number 463784 for the 1.33GHz 17" PowerBook and item number 463786 for the 1.25GHz 15" PowerBook. The 17" model is in stock today. Both models come with an AirPort Extreme Card built-in.

10% off DVD players $100 and up through the 27th
Thursday, December 25 2003 @ 11:53 AM ET | Article Link
Circuit City is offering a 10% discount on all DVD players over $100 purchased online through December 27th.

Christmas Sale: Save up to 20% instantly on various items
Thursday, December 25 2003 @ 11:51 AM ET | Article Link
CompUSA is having a one-day sale today. Save 10% instantly on Cameras, Keyboards, Mice, Viewsonic Monitors and Sony Monitors. Save 15% on Software and Games, and save 20% on Media Storage and Surge Protectors.

Merry Christmas!

Updated PowerBook Price Trackers
Wednesday, December 24 2003 @ 12:54 PM ET | Article Link
We've updated our PowerBook Price Trackers (17" PowerBooks | 15" PowerBooks | 12" PowerBooks) with the latest information on prices, bundles, and availability from all of Apple's authorized internet/catalog resellers.

12" 1GHz PowerBook/Combo bundled with AirPort Extreme Card plus AppleCare; save $100
Wednesday, December 24 2003 @ 10:48 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has the 12" 1GHz PowerBook G4/Combo available today bundled with an AirPort Extreme Card plus a copy of Apple's 3-year AppleCare Protection Plan. Total price for the package is $1899, and that's a $100 savings if you were planning on purchasing said items separately. Look for item number 463788.

Deals on leftover 867MHz 12" PowerBook G4s
Wednesday, December 24 2003 @ 9:12 AM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com once again has leftover 12" 867MHz PowerBook G4/Combos available for $1094. This is the lowest price we've seen for a 12" PowerBook from any Apple Authorized Reseller.

Amazon.com also has leftover 12" 867MHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrives available for $1294. These are new, unopened units. Their price is the lowest we've seen for a 12" PowerBook with SuperDrive from any Apple Authorized Reseller.

Both models have been in and out of stock for the past several days. If you find that one of these models is out of stock when you click through, we recommend that you try again at a later time. At these prices, though, they're likely to sell out in a hurry.

Update 12/26:
Both models are sold out.

14" 900MHz iBook/G3/Combo (reconditioned) available for $899; save $100
Wednesday, December 24 2003 @ 9:06 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has reconditioned 14" 900MHz iBook/G3/Combos available for $899 -- look for item number 447823. That's a $100 savings over new, leftover models.

12" 867MHz PowerBook G4/Combo available for $1299
Tuesday, December 23 2003 @ 5:18 PM ET | Article Link
ClubMac has new, unopened 12" 867MHz PowerBook G4/Combos available for $1299 including a free (after rebates) Epson printer and carrying case. Look for item number 114797. They have 64 units available.

Leftover 15" 1GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrives (TiBooks) available for $2029
Tuesday, December 23 2003 @ 5:15 PM ET | Article Link
ClubMac has leftover 1GHz 15" Titanium PowerBook G4/SuperDrives available for $2029 including a free (after rebates) printer and carrying case. Look for item number 764337. They have 434 units available.

The Eight Nights of Machanukah
Tuesday, December 23 2003 @ 10:43 AM ET | Article Link
by Noah Kravitz

Late December brings, along with visions of sugar plums, the sounds of Auld Lang Syne, and hopes of snow, heaps upon heaps of year-end lists and prognostications about the year to come. Who am I to blow against the wind, right? In the spirit of looking back and looking ahead, and with MWSF '04 right around the corner, I give to you the reader my heartfelt thanks for another 12 months of helping me preserve my little spot on the Web in the way of my own list: The Eight Nights of Machanukah. Read More...

Deal Alert! Leftover 12" 867MHz PowerBook G4/Combo available for $1094
Tuesday, December 23 2003 @ 8:49 AM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com once again has leftover 12" 867MHz PowerBook G4/Combos available for $1094. This is the lowest price we've seen for a 12" PowerBook from any Apple Authorized Reseller, and at this price, they're likely to sell out in a hurry -- just as they did the last time we posted this deal. There is a 2-3 day wait for delivery.

Update:
Sold out!

Factory-refurbished AirPort gear available
Monday, December 22 2003 @ 10:29 PM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has refurbished AirPort gear available in their Special Deals section. Here's what's available:

Airport Card: $59
Airport Extreme Card: $79
Airport Extreme Base Station (W/O 56K/Ext Antenna Connector): $169
Airport Extreme Base Station (WITH 56K/Ext Antenna Connector): $199

iPods 10% off at Target
Monday, December 22 2003 @ 5:07 PM ET | Article Link
Use coupon code TCAB2SAVETEN to take 10% off your order at Target this holiday season, including iPods.

17" 1GHz PowerBook G4 (refurbished) available for $2199
Monday, December 22 2003 @ 4:33 PM ET | Article Link
J&R has refurbished 17" 1GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrives available for $2199.88. Look for item number APP F8793LL/A.

Updated iBook Price Trackers
Monday, December 22 2003 @ 12:22 PM ET | Article Link
We've updated our iBook Price Trackers (14" iBooks | 12" iBooks) with the latest information on prices, bundles, and availability from all of Apple's authorized internet/catalog resellers.

Updated iMac and eMac Price Trackers
Monday, December 22 2003 @ 11:58 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our iMac and eMac price trackers with the latest information on prices, availability, and bundles from all of Apple's authorized internet/catalog resellers:

- iMac Price Tracker
- eMac Price Tracker

1GHz eMac/Combo (reconditioned) available for $644; save $150
Monday, December 22 2003 @ 11:53 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has reconditioned 1GHz eMac/Combos available for $644. Look for item number 4749609. That's a $150 savings over new models.

Updated Clearance PowerBook and iBook Price Tracker
Sunday, December 21 2003 @ 4:50 PM ET | Article Link
We've updated our Clearance PowerBook and iBook Price Tracker with all the latest information on prices and availability for refurbished, open-box return, leftover, and used PowerBooks and iBooks from 13 Mac dealers.

1.33GHz 17" PowerBook (reconditioned) available for $2699; save $300
Sunday, December 21 2003 @ 4:34 PM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has reconditioned 1.33GHz 17" PowerBook G4s available for $2699. Look for item number 465378. That represents a $300 savings over new models, and it's the lowest price we've seen for a 1.33GHz 17" PowerBook.

800MHz 15" iMac available for $999
Sunday, December 21 2003 @ 4:28 PM ET | Article Link
MacZone has leftover 15" 800MHz iMac/Combos available for $999.99 for a limited time. Look for item number 00165464. That's a $100 discount from their previous price.

Tons of factory-refurbished PowerBooks
Sunday, December 21 2003 @ 4:24 PM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has several factory-refurbished PowerBooks available in their Special Deals section, and all are in stock today. Each comes with a standard Apple one-year warranty, just like new models. Here's what's available:

- 12" 867MHz PowerBook G4/Combo: $1199
- 12" 867MHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $1399
- 12" 1GHz PowerBook G4/Combo: $1349
- 12" 1GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $1549
- 15" 1GHz PowerBook G4/Combo: $1699
- 15" 1.25GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $2099
- 17" 1GHz PowerBook: $2199

12" 867MHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive available for $1294
Sunday, December 21 2003 @ 4:19 PM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com oce again has leftover 12" 867MHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrives available for $1294. These are new, unopened units. Their price is the lowest we've seen for a 12" PowerBook with SuperDrive from any Apple Authorized Reseller. There is a 2-3 day wait for shipping.

Update 12/23:
There is no longer a 2-3 day wait. Shipping is available within 24 hours.

OBR 15" 1GHz PowerBook G4/Combo available for $1847
Friday, December 19 2003 @ 1:36 PM ET | Article Link
MacZone has open-box return 15" 1GHz PowerBook G4/Combos available for $1847.97. Look for item number 00266814. MSRP for new units is $1999.

Refurbished Titanium PowerBook G4/400 available for $890
Friday, December 19 2003 @ 12:37 PM ET | Article Link
MacResQ has refurbished PowerBook G4/400s (256MB/10GB/DVD) available for $890 when you use coupon code CRAZY during the checkout process. That's a $60 discount. MacResQ includes a 90-day warranty and a 15-day full refund policy.

Updated PowerBook G4 Price Trackers
Friday, December 19 2003 @ 12:33 PM ET | Article Link
We've updated our PowerBook Price Trackers (17" PowerBooks | 15" PowerBooks | 12" PowerBooks) with the latest information on prices, bundles, and availability from all of Apple's authorized internet/catalog resellers.

14" 900MHz iBook/G3/Combo (reconditioned) available for $899; save $100
Thursday, December 18 2003 @ 9:55 PM ET | Article Link
MacConnection continues their string of deals this evening. They have reconditioned 14" 900MHz iBook/G3/Combos available for $899 -- look for item number 447823. That's a $100 savings over new, leftover models.

Update 12/19:
Sold out!

14" 1GHz iBook/Combo (reconditioned) available for $1344; save $150
Thursday, December 18 2003 @ 9:51 PM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has reconditioned 14" 1GHz iBook/Combos available for $1344. Look for item number 473360. That represents a $150 savings over new models.

Update 12/19:
Sold out!

12" 1GHz PowerBook/SuperDrive (reconditioned) available for $1399; save $400
Thursday, December 18 2003 @ 9:48 PM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has reconditioned 12" 1GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrives available again for $1399. Look for item number 467753. That represents a $400 savings over new models. Act now if you're interested, because this item has sold out in a matter of hours in the past.

15" 1.25GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive (reconditioned) available today for $1999; save $600!
Thursday, December 18 2003 @ 9:43 PM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has reconditioned 15" 1.25GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrives available today for $1999. Look (search) for item number 470335. That represents a $600 savings over new models -- at that price, they're likely to sell out soon.

Update 12/19:
Sold out!

12" 867MHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive available for $1399
Thursday, December 18 2003 @ 10:12 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has new, leftover 12" 867MHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrives available for $1399. Look (search) for item number 425467. A 512MB RAM upgrade is available for an additional $100 -- item number 450867. A free Epson C84 printer is included after mail-in rebate.

Updated iBook Price Trackers
Thursday, December 18 2003 @ 10:06 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our iBook Price Trackers (14" iBooks | 12" iBooks) with the latest information on prices, bundles, and availability from all of Apple's authorized internet/catalog resellers.

Updated 15" PowerBook Price Tracker
Wednesday, December 17 2003 @ 8:42 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our 15" PowerBook Price Tracker with the latest information on prices, bundles, and availability from all of Apple's authorized internet/catalog resellers.

15" PowerBooks available today with free extra battery
Wednesday, December 17 2003 @ 8:39 AM ET | Article Link
MacZone has the new 15" PowerBook G4s available today including free extra batteries. The 15" 1.25GHz model is available for $2594.98 including the extra battery (item number 00197322), while the 1GHz model is available for $1994.98 including the extra battery (item number 00197321). There are no fees or rebates involved with the bundled batteries -- they're just free.

12" 1GHz PowerBooks available with free AirPort Extreme Card plus case
Wednesday, December 17 2003 @ 8:33 AM ET | Article Link
MacZone has both new 12" PowerBooks available including a free AirPort Extreme Card plus a free carrying case. The 12" 1GHz PowerBook G4/Combo is available for $1594.98 (item number 00197331), while the 12" 1GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive is available for $1794.98 (item number 00197332). A $40 card installation fee is required.

Free 512MB RAM upgrade with new 12" PowerBooks, plus more
Wednesday, December 17 2003 @ 8:32 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has both 12" 1GHz PowerBooks available including a free 512MB RAM upgrade, a free Body Glove carrying case, a free Epson C84 printer, plus a free Fellowes security lock. The 12" 1GHz PowerBook G4/Combo is available for $1594 (item number 463652), while the 12" 1GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive is available for $1794 (item number 463653). The extra RAM is free after a $100 mail-in rebate (PDF) as is the Epson printer.

Refurbished TiBooks available with warranties
Wednesday, December 17 2003 @ 8:28 AM ET | Article Link
MacResQ has four refurbished Titanium PowerBook G4 models available, and each comes with a standard MacResQ 90-day warranty and 15-day full refund policy. Here's what they have:

- PowerBook G4/500 (256MB/30GB): $1199.99
- PowerBook G4/500 (256MB/20GB): $1099.99
- PowerBook G4/400 (256MB/20GB): $999.99
- PowerBook G4/400 (256MB/10GB): $949.99

17" 1GHz PowerBook G4 now available for $2499 including free 1GB RAM upgrade plus more
Wednesday, December 17 2003 @ 8:09 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has previous-generation 1GHz 17" PowerBook G4s available for $2499 including a free 512MB RAM upgrade (for a total of 1GB of RAM), free Body Glove carrying case, free (after rebate) Epson C84 printer, plus a free Fellowes security lock. Look for item number 463659. The extra RAM is free after a $100 mail-in rebate (PDF). The PowerBook is also available without the included bundles--look for item number 423937.

Factory-refurbished G5s available today; save up to $500 [updated]
Wednesday, December 17 2003 @ 8:03 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has factory-refurbished Power Mac G5s available today in their Special Deals section. They have the 1.6GHz PM G5 available for $1499 (a $300 savings) and the 1.8GHz PM G5 available for $1799. The 2.0GHz model is available for $2499 which represents a $500 savings over new models. Each comes with a standard Apple one-year warranty, just like new models, and all three are in stock today.

Update 12/18:
Apple has lowered their prices for refurbished G5s by $100. Prices are now $1399, $1699, and $2399.

Factory-refurbished iBook G3s available with 1-yr warranties
Wednesday, December 17 2003 @ 7:59 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has several factory-refurbished iBook G3s available in their Special Deals section today. Each comes with a standard Apple one-year warranty, just like new iBooks. Here's what's available:

- 12" 700MHz iBook/CD: $679
- 12" 800MHz iBook/CD: $749
- 12" 800MHz iBook/Combo: $799
- 12" 900MHz iBook/Combo: $849

Factory-refurbished 17" 1GHz PowerBook available for $2199
Wednesday, December 17 2003 @ 7:55 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has factory-refurbished 1GHz 17" PowerBooks available today in their Special Deals section for $2199. The PowerBook comes with a standard Apple one-year warranty, and it's the lowest price we've seen for a 17" PowerBook from any Apple Authorized Reseller.

Power Mac G5s available with free upgrade to 1.5GB RAM
Wednesday, December 17 2003 @ 7:53 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has the 1.8GHz and 2.0GHz Power Mac G5s available including a free 1GB RAM upgrade for a total of 1.5GB of RAM. The RAM is free after a $100 mail-in rebate, and there is no installation fee. Look for item number 453237 for the 2.0GHz G5 and item number 4749422 for the new dual-processor 1.8GHz model. The single-CPU 1.8GHz G5 is also available with a 1MB RAM upgrade (item number 453236). The PM G5/1.6 is available with an extra 512MB of RAM -- look for item number 453235.

1.33GHz and 1.25GHz PowerBooks bundled with AirPort BS and AppleCare
Wednesday, December 17 2003 @ 7:51 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has the 15" 1.25GHz PowerBook plus the 17" 1.33GHz PowerBook available bunded with AirPort Extreme Base Stations plus copies of Apple's 3-year AppleCare Protection Plan. You pay an extra $300 for these items as part of the bundle, but it saves you $200 if you were planning on purchasing these items separately. Look for item number 463784 for the 1.33GHz 17" PowerBook and item number 463786 for the 1.25GHz 15" PowerBook. The 17" model is in stock today. Both models come with an AirPort Extreme Card built-in.

Factory-refurbished 15" PowerBooks (AlBooks) available today; save up to $500
Tuesday, December 16 2003 @ 8:13 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has factory-refurbished 15" PowerBooks (AlBooks) available this morning in their Special Deals section. They have the 15" 1GHz PowerBook G4/Combo available for $1699 and the 15" 1.25GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive available for $2099. Those numbers represent a $300 and $500 savings, for the 1GHz and 1.25GHz models respectively, over new PowerBooks. Each comes with a standard Apple one-year warranty, just like new models.

Deal Alert! 12" 867MHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive available for $1294 [updated]
Tuesday, December 16 2003 @ 7:47 AM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com has leftover 12" 867MHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrives available for $1294. These are new, unopened units. Their price is the lowest we've seen for a 12" PowerBook with SuperDrive from any Apple Authorized Reseller, and at this price, they're likely to sell out in a hurry.

The free Apple iSight is no longer available with this product, but the price is still right.

Update:
Sold out!

Free 2-3 day shipping at The Apple Store through December 27th
Tuesday, December 16 2003 @ 7:45 AM ET | Article Link
From now until December 27th, The Apple Store is offering free 2-3 day shipping on most of their products, with the exception of iTunes Gift Certificates. This offer is also available to Education customers. All new Macs, except the 933MHz 14" iBook, are in stock and available for shipping today.

Updated Clearance PowerBook and iBook Price Tracker
Monday, December 15 2003 @ 10:09 PM ET | Article Link
We've updated our Clearance PowerBook and iBook Price Tracker with all the latest information on prices and availability for refurbished, open-box return, leftover, and used PowerBooks and iBooks from 13 Mac dealers.

Legacy iBook G3s (Dual boot, OSX/OS 9 configurations) discounted for Education
Monday, December 15 2003 @ 4:51 PM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store for Education has discounted previous-generation iBook/G3s available at discounted prices for students and teachers. The following configurations are available:

- iBook 800MHzG3/128MB/30GB/CD-ROM/E/56K/12.1TFT: $749 ($50 discount)
- iBook 900MHzG3/128MB/40GB/COMBO/E/56K/12.1TFT: $799 ($100 discount)
- iBook 900MHzG3/256MB/40GB/COMBO/E/56K/14.1TFT: $999 (EDU-only special)

14" 900MHz iBook/Combo available for $999 w/Panther
Monday, December 15 2003 @ 4:41 PM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has leftover 14" 900MHz iBook/Combos available $999 including a free copy of Mac OS X 10.3 (Panther). Look for item number 441399. A free (after rebate) Epson Stylus C84 printer is included in the deal.

Updated eMac Price Tracker
Monday, December 15 2003 @ 4:35 PM ET | Article Link
We've updated our eMac Price Tracker with the latest information on prices, bundles, and availability from all of Apple's authorized internet/catalog resellers.

Updated iMac Price Tracker
Sunday, December 14 2003 @ 10:27 PM ET | Article Link
We've updated our LCD iMac Price Tracker with the latest information on prices, bundles, and availability from all of Apple's authorized internet/catalog resellers.

15" 1GHz PowerBook G4 in stock today with free extra battery
Sunday, December 14 2003 @ 9:47 PM ET | Article Link
MacZone has the 15" 1GHz PowerBook G4/Combo in stock today for $1994.98 including a free extra battery. Look for item number 00197321. There are no fees or rebates involved -- the battery is just free.

1.33GHz 17" PowerBook: Week's Best Deals
Sunday, December 14 2003 @ 9:41 PM ET | Article Link
Several Apple authorized internet/catalog resellers are offering nice bundles with the purchase of a new 1.33GHz 17" PowerBook, and all are in stock today. The following bundles are available (see our 17" PowerBook Price Tracker for more information):

MacConnection ($2994):
(1) AirPort Extreme Case Station plus AppleCare 3-year Protection Plan. All for $300 plus PowerBook. Item number 463784. Represents a $200 savings.
(2) 512MB RAM upgrade (for a total of 1GB of RAM), Body Glove carrying case, Epson printer, and Fellowes security lock. The RAM is free after a $100 mail-in rebate as is the printer. Item number 463393.
MacZone ($2994.98):
(1) 512MB RAM upgrade. RAM is free after a $50 mail-in rebate. A $40 installation fee is required. Item number 00197323.
ClubMac and MacMall ($2994):
(1) 512MB RAM upgrade plus Epson printer. Both require mail-in rebates, and there is a $40 RAM installation fee. Item number 283550.
Amazon.com ($2899):
Includes $100 instant rebate.

Review: Altec Lansing inMotion iPod Speakers
Sunday, December 14 2003 @ 12:05 AM ET | Article Link
by Noah Kravitz

Altec Lansing makes some fine computer audio products. I've had one of their cheapest 3-piece sattelite/subwoofer speaker systems hooked up to my PowerBook for almost two years now, and I love it. These folks know audio, and it looks like they know how to innovate too. Their new inMotion portable speaker system is certainly a clever little number. Read More...

Updated iBook Price Trackers
Friday, December 12 2003 @ 10:36 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our iBook Price Trackers (14" iBooks | 12" iBooks) with the latest information on prices, bundles, and availability from all of Apple's authorized internet/catalog resellers.

Updated Power Mac G5 Price Tracker
Friday, December 12 2003 @ 10:02 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our Power Mac G5 Price Tracker with the latest information on prices, bundles, and availability from all of Apple's authorized internet/catalog resellers.

Factory-refurbished 17" PowerBooks available; save up to $500
Friday, December 12 2003 @ 8:05 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has factory-refurbished 17" PowerBooks available today in their Special Deals section. The have the 17" 1.33GHz model available for $2499 (a $500 savings over new models) and the 17" 1GHz model available for $2199. Each comes with a standard Apple one-year warranty, just like new PowerBooks.

Factory-refurbished 1GHz 12" PowerBooks available; save $250
Friday, December 12 2003 @ 8:02 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has factory-refurbished 12" 1GHz PowerBooks available today in their Special Deals section. They have the 12" 1GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive available for $1549 and the 12" 1GHz PowerBook G4/Combo available for $1349. Each comes with a standard Apple one-year warranty, just like new models. Those prices represent a $250 discount over new models.

Both 15" PowerBooks in stock at The Apple Store
Thursday, December 11 2003 @ 9:26 PM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store is reporting 'Same Business Day' delivery on both new 15" PowerBooks (finally!). Both had been listed with a 5-7 day wait for the past several weeks.

OBR batteries for 15" AlBooks available for $94.99; save $34
Thursday, December 11 2003 @ 2:26 PM ET | Article Link
ClubMac has open-box return batteries (M9325G/A-OB) for the new 15" PowerBooks available for $94.99. Look for item number 323404. The price for new, unopened batteries is $129. According the ClubMac, "this battery is not backwards compatible with the 15" Titanium PowerBook models. This battery will only work on the newer 15" Aluminum PowerBook models." As of this writing, they had three available.

Discounted iPods available; save up to $25
Thursday, December 11 2003 @ 2:18 PM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com has iPods discounted by as much as $25. These are instant discounts applicable when you add an iPod to your shopping cart. Here's what's available:

- 10GB iPod: $284.05
- 20GB iPod: $379.05
- 30GB iPod: $399 (previous-generation model)
- 40GB iPod: $474.05

Update 12/15:
The discount is no longer available.

15" 1GHz PowerBook G4/Combo available today for $1924 w/ iSight
Thursday, December 11 2003 @ 2:13 PM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com has 15" 1GHz PowerBook G4/Combos in stock today for $1924.99 (a $74 discount) including a free Apple iSight. The iSight is free through December 14th.

Leftover 15" 1GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrives (TiBooks) available for $2029
Thursday, December 11 2003 @ 2:08 PM ET | Article Link
ClubMac has leftover 1GHz 15" Titanium PowerBook G4/SuperDrives available for $2029 including a free (after rebates) printer and carrying case. Look for item number 764337. They have 658 units available.

Deals on leftover 17" 1GHz PowerBook G4s
Thursday, December 11 2003 @ 2:03 PM ET | Article Link
Leftover, unopened, 17" 1GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive are still available at several resellers. The following two, however, are offering attractive bundles with this model:

- Amazon.com: $2599 including a free Apple iSight through December 14th.
- MacConnection: $2694 including a free 512MB RAM upgrade ($100 MIR), free Epson C84 printer (MIR), free Body Glove carrying case, plus a free Fellowes security lock. Item number 463659.

Free 512MB RAM upgrade with new PowerBooks, up to 1GB of RAM, plus more
Thursday, December 11 2003 @ 1:59 PM ET | Article Link
MacConnection is offering a free 512MB RAM upgrade with all new 12", 15", and 17" PowerBooks (meaning a full 1GB of RAM with the 1.25GHz and 1.33GHz PowerBooks; 768MB with the others). Included with the RAM upgrade is a free Body Glove Carrying Case, a free Epson C84 printer, plus a free Fellowes security lock. The extra RAM and printer are both free after mail-in rebates (a $100 mail-in rebate with the RAM), and are available for the following models:

- 17" 1.33GHz PowerBook: $3294, sku 463393
- 15" 1.25GHz PowerBook: $2594, sku 463657
- 15" 1GHz PowerBook: $1994, sku 463654
- 12" 1GHz PowerBook/SuperDrive: $1794, sku 463653
- 12" 1GHz PowerBook/Combo: $1594, sku 463652

All models were in stock as of this writing, including the 1.25GHz PowerBook.

Updated 15" PowerBook Price Tracker
Thursday, December 11 2003 @ 10:33 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our 15" PowerBook Price Tracker with the latest information on prices, bundles, and availability from all of Apple's authorized internet/catalog resellers.

Updated Clearance PowerBook and iBook Price Tracker
Thursday, December 11 2003 @ 10:28 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our Clearance PowerBook and iBook Price Tracker with all the latest information on prices and availability for refurbished, open-box return, leftover, and used PowerBooks and iBooks from 12 Mac dealers.

14" 900MHz iBook/G3/Combo (reconditioned) available for $899; save $100
Thursday, December 11 2003 @ 9:46 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has reconditioned 14" 900MHz iBook/G3/Combos available for $899. Look for item number 447823. That's a $100 savings over new, leftover models.

12" 1GHz PowerBook/SuperDrive (reconditioned) available for $1399; save $400
Thursday, December 11 2003 @ 9:38 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has reconditioned 12" 1GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrives available again for $1399. Look for item number 467753. That represents a $400 savings over new models. Act now if you're interested, because this item has sold out in a matter of hours in the past.

Update:
Sold out...

15" 1.25GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive (reconditioned) available today for $1999; save $600!
Thursday, December 11 2003 @ 9:32 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has reconditioned 15" 1.25GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrives available today for $1999. Look (search) for item number 470335. That represents a $600 savings over new models -- at that price, they're likely to sell out soon.

Update:
Sold out...

15" 1.25GHz PowerBook: Now 1-3 days at The Apple Store
Wednesday, December 10 2003 @ 9:25 PM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store is now reporting a 1-3 day wait for new 15" 1.25GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrives. This is down from a 5-7 day wait earlier in the day. The 1GHz Combo model is also listed with a 1-3 day wait.

Deal Alert! 12" 867MHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive available for $1294 w/iSight
Wednesday, December 10 2003 @ 1:22 PM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com has leftover 12" 867MHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrives available for $1294 including a free Apple iSight. The iSight is free through December 14th:

"Just add a PowerBook computer and an Apple iSight to your Shopping Cart, then enter the promotional claim code PWERBKISIGHT on the payment page when you check out. The amount of the iSight will be automatically deducted from your order."

Their price is the lowest we've seen for a 12" PowerBook with SuperDrive from any Apple Authorized Reseller, and at this price, they're likely to sell out in a hurry.

Deal Alert! Leftover 12" 867MHz PowerBook G4/Combo available for $1094 including free iSight
Wednesday, December 10 2003 @ 10:51 AM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com now has leftover 12" 867MHz PowerBook G4/Combos available for $1094 including a free Apple iSight. The iSight is free through December 14th, and more information is available on the PowerBook's product specification page. This is the lowest price we've seen for a 12" PowerBook from any Apple Authorized Reseller, and at this price, they're likely to sell out in a hurry.

Update: And a tip from one of our readers: "I went to Amazon just now to buy another 12" Powerbook after your latest tip about the $1094 deal. I had already taken advantage of the $1294 deal you listed a few days ago, and found that when I tried to apply the iSight promo code to this new order, it was rejected. Some careful poking around revealed the problem: the terms of the promotion specifically state "one per customer". On a whim, I created a new account on the spot, using another e-mail address. The billing and shipping info was exactly the same...in fact, everything except the e-mail address was the same...and the promo code was accepted. This means Amazon must use e-mail addresses as the means to sort out who's who. Might be a useful tip for powerbookcentral readers trying to buy multiple Christmas presents."

Update 12/15:
Sold out!

12" 1GHz PowerBooks available with free AirPort Extreme Card plus case
Wednesday, December 10 2003 @ 10:42 AM ET | Article Link
MacZone has both new 12" PowerBooks available including a free AirPort Extreme Card plus a free carrying case. The 12" 1GHz PowerBook G4/Combo is available for $1594.98 (item number 00197331), while the 12" 1GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive is available for $1794.98 (item number 00197332). A $40 card installation fee is required.

Current 1.25GHz 15" PowerBook availability
Wednesday, December 10 2003 @ 10:39 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store is still reporting a 5-7 day wait for new 1.25GHz 15" PowerBook G4/SuperDrives. However, that model is available today at two other resellers:

- J&R: $2594.98 (item number APP M8981LL/A)
- CDW/MacWarehouse: $2595

Best Buy: $15 off $150 or more plus free shipping; ends tomorrow
Wednesday, December 10 2003 @ 10:36 AM ET | Article Link
Receive $15 off your order of $150 or more with Best Buy's Holiday Coupon through December 11th. Free ground shipping is included.

1.33GHz and 1.25GHz PowerBooks bundled with AirPort BS and AppleCare
Tuesday, December 9 2003 @ 9:25 PM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has the 15" 1.25GHz PowerBook plus the 17" 1.33GHz PowerBook available bunded with AirPort Extreme Base Stations plus copies of Apple's 3-year AppleCare Protection Plan. You pay an extra $300 for these items as part of the bundle, but it saves you $200 if you were planning on purchasing these items separately. Look for item number 463784 for the 1.33GHz 17" PowerBook and item number 463786 for the 1.25GHz 15" PowerBook. The 17" model is in stock today. Both models come with an AirPort Extreme Card built-in.

15" 1GHz PowerBook G4/Combo: 1-3 days at The Apple Store
Tuesday, December 9 2003 @ 9:22 PM ET | Article Link
The wait for new 15" 1GHz PowerBook G4/Combos at The Apple Store dropped this evening from 5-7 days to 1-3 days. The wait for the 1.25GHz model is still 5-7 days.

OBR 12" 1GHz PowerBook/SuperDrive available for $1525; save $275
Tuesday, December 9 2003 @ 8:36 AM ET | Article Link
MacZone has open-box return 12" 1GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive available for $1525.97. Look for item number 00197224. That represents a $275 savings over new models.

Factory-refurbished G5s available today; save up to $500
Tuesday, December 9 2003 @ 8:33 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has factory-refurbished Power Mac G5s available in their Special Deals section. They have the 1.6GHz PM G5 available for $1499 (a $300 savings) and the 1.8GHz PM G5 available for $1799. The 2.0GHz model is available for $2499 which represents a $500 savings over new models. Each comes with a standard Apple one-year warranty, just like new models, and all three are in stock today.

Leftover 12" 867MHz PowerBook/SuperDrive available for $1494 w/768MB RAM plus more
Tuesday, December 9 2003 @ 8:12 AM ET | Article Link
MacMall now has leftover 12" 867MHz PowerBook G4/Combos available for $1494 -- a $200 price reduction. Look for item number 115018. Available bundles are a 512MB RAM upgrade (free after rebate, $40 installation fee), free printer (after rebate), plus a free carrying case (after rebate).

Updated Desktop Price Trackers
Tuesday, December 9 2003 @ 8:05 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our desktop price trackers with the latest information on prices, availability, and bundles from all of Apple's authorized internet/catalog resellers:

- Power Mac G5 Price Tracker
- iMac Price Tracker
- eMac Price Tracker

Factory-refurbished 12" 867MHz PowerBooks available
Tuesday, December 9 2003 @ 8:03 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has factory-refurbished 12" 867MHz PowerBooks in stock today in their 'Special Deals' section. They have the 12" 867MHz PowerBook G4/Combo available for $1199 and the SuperDrive version available for $1399. Both models come with an Apple one-year warranty, just like new models.

Factory-refurbished AirPort gear up for grabs
Tuesday, December 9 2003 @ 8:00 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has refurbished AirPort gear available in their Special Deals section. Here's what's available:

Airport Card: $59
Airport Extreme Card: $79
Airport Extreme Base Station (W/O 56K/Ext Antenna Connector): $169
Airport Extreme Base Station (WITH 56K/Ext Antenna Connector): $199

Click on the 'Special Deals' graphic near the bottom-left corner of their website.

Updated PowerBook Price Trackers
Monday, December 8 2003 @ 10:10 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our PowerBook Price Trackers (17" PowerBooks | 15" PowerBooks | 12" PowerBooks) with the latest information on prices, bundles, and availability from all of Apple's authorized internet/catalog resellers.

Updated Clearance PowerBook and iBook Price Tracker
Monday, December 8 2003 @ 10:09 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our Clearance PowerBook and iBook Price Tracker with all the latest information on prices and availability for refurbished, open-box return, leftover, and used PowerBooks and iBooks from 12 Mac dealers.

Power Mac G5s available with free upgrade to 1.5GB RAM
Monday, December 8 2003 @ 10:08 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has the 1.8GHz and 2.0GHz Power Mac G5s available including a free 1GB RAM upgrade for a total of 1.5GB of RAM. The RAM is free after a $100 mail-in rebate, and there is no installation fee. Look for item number 453237 for the 2.0GHz G5 and item number 4749422 for the new dual-processor 1.8GHz model. The single-CPU 1.8GHz G5 is also available with a 1MB RAM upgrade (item number 453236). The PM G5/1.6 is available with an extra 512MB of RAM -- look for item number 453235.

Updated iBook Price Trackers
Monday, December 8 2003 @ 10:06 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our iBook Price Trackers (14" iBooks | 12" iBooks) with the latest information on prices, bundles, and availability from all of Apple's authorized internet/catalog resellers.

OBR 14" 900MHz iBook/Combo available for $929
Sunday, December 7 2003 @ 8:15 PM ET | Article Link
MacMall has open-box return 14" 900MHz iBook/G3/Combos available for $929. Look for item number 214518. They have four units available.

Mac OS X 10.3 (Panther) available for $99.95; save $30
Sunday, December 7 2003 @ 8:11 PM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has Mac OS X 10.3 available for $99.95 after a $20 mail-in rebate (PDF). Look for item number 467206. That represents a $30 savings over standard MSRP.

Leftover 17" 1GHz PowerBooks available for $2599 w/iSight
Sunday, December 7 2003 @ 9:41 AM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com has leftover 17" 1GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrives available for $2599. A free iSight is included through December 14th. That's the lowest price we've seen for leftover 1GHz 17" PowerBooks from any Apple Authorized Internet/Catalog Reseller.

OBR TiBook batteries available for $83; save $45
Saturday, December 6 2003 @ 11:12 PM ET | Article Link
ClubMac has open-box return batteries for Titanium PowerBook G4s available for $83.99. Look for item number 763189. Regular price for these batteries is $129. They have 11 units available.

Free AirPort Extreme Card with new iMacs through December 14th
Saturday, December 6 2003 @ 7:33 PM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com is offering a free AirPort Extreme Card with the purchase of any new iMac through December 14th. Add the card to your shopping cart and use coupon code IMACAIRPRTEX during the checkout process to drop the price for the card to zero. Amazon is also discounting 1.25GHz iMacs by as much as $110. The following models are available:

- 15" 1GHz iMac: $ 1294.99
- 17" 1.25GHz iMac: $ 1724
- 20" 1.25GHz iMac: $ 2084.30

New G4 iBooks available with free 512MB RAM upgrade, case, & multifunction printer
Saturday, December 6 2003 @ 7:13 PM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has all three new G4 iBooks in stock today. Each is bundled with a free 512MB RAM upgrade ($100 mail-in rebate + $30 installation fee), free Targus backpack carrying case, plus a free (after rebate) Epson CX3200 multifunction printer. Look for item number 470987 for the 800MHz 12" iBook G4, item number 470991 for the 933MHz 14" iBook, and item number 470992 for the 1GHz 14" iBook.

Update 12/9:
The deal is no longer available. iBooks are now available only with a free (after rebate) Epson C84 printer.

Discounted leftover 12" 867MHz PowerBooks with iSights
Saturday, December 6 2003 @ 9:24 AM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com has leftover 867MHz 12" PowerBooks available at discounted prices, and they'll include a free Apple iSight through December 14th. Here's what's available:

- 12" 867MHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $1449
- 12" 867MHz PowerBook G4/Combo: $1249.99

15" PowerBooks available with free extra battery
Friday, December 5 2003 @ 1:21 PM ET | Article Link
MacZone has the new 15" PowerBook G4s available for order including free extra batteries. The 15" 1.25GHz model is available for $2594.98 including the extra battery (item number 00197322), while the 1GHz model is available for $1994.98 including the extra battery (item number 00197321). There are no fees or rebates involved with the bundled batteries -- they're just free.

PowerBook G4/400 (refurbished) available for $899
Friday, December 5 2003 @ 12:08 PM ET | Article Link
MacResQ has refurbished PowerBook G4/400s (256MB/10gb/DVD) available for $899 when you use coupon code NOWAY to take $100 during the checkout process. The PowerBook comes with a MacResQ 90-day warranty plus a 15-day full refund policy. Their price is the lowest we've seen for a Titanium PowerBook G4.

Current 1.25GHz 15" PowerBook availability
Friday, December 5 2003 @ 11:59 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store is still reporting a 5-7 day wait for new 1.25GHz 15" PowerBook G4/SuperDrives. However, that model is available today at three other resellers:

- Amazon.com: $2499 including a free iSight through December 14th
- CDW: $2595
- J&R: $2594.98 (item number APP M8981LL/A)

Update 12/6:
Amazon.com has sold out.

Free 512MB RAM upgrade with new PowerBooks, up to 1GB of RAM, plus multifunction printer
Friday, December 5 2003 @ 10:53 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection is offering a free 512MB RAM upgrade with all new 12", 15", and 17" PowerBooks (meaning a full 1GB of RAM with the 1.25GHz and 1.33GHz PowerBooks; 768MB with the others). Included with the RAM upgrade is a free Body Glove Carrying Case, a free Epson multifunction printer, plus a free Fellowes security lock. The extra RAM and printer are both free after mail-in rebates, and are available for the following models:

- 17" 1.33GHz PowerBook: $3294, sku 463393
- 15" 1.25GHz PowerBook: $2594, sku 463657
- 15" 1GHz PowerBook: $1994, sku 463654
- 12" 1GHz PowerBook/SuperDrive: $1794, sku 463653
- 12" 1GHz PowerBook/Combo: $1594, sku 463652

Update 12/9:
The available printer is now an Epson C84 printer -- the multifunction unit is no longer available.

Updated Clearance PowerBook and iBook Price Tracker
Thursday, December 4 2003 @ 3:13 PM ET | Article Link
We've updated our Clearance PowerBook and iBook Price Tracker with all the latest information on prices and availability for refurbished, open-box return, leftover, and used PowerBooks and iBooks from 12 Mac dealers.

12" 800MHz iBook/G4 (reconditioned) available today for $949; save $150
Thursday, December 4 2003 @ 3:09 PM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has reconditioned 12" 800MHz iBook/G4s available today for $949. Look for item number 4738467. That represents a $150 savings over new models.

Update 12/5:
Sold out.

12" 1GHz PowerBook/SuperDrive (reconditioned) available for $1399; save $400
Thursday, December 4 2003 @ 3:07 PM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has reconditioned 12" 1GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrives available for $1399. Look for item number 467753. That represents a $400 savings over new models. Act now if you're interested, because this item has sold out in a matter of hours in the past.

Update:
Sold out.

15" 1GHz PowerBook G4/Combo (reconditioned) available for $1799; save $200
Thursday, December 4 2003 @ 3:03 PM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has reconditioned 15" 1GHz PowerBook G4/Combos available for $1799. Look for item number 465380. That's a $200 discount over new models. They've restocked this item since we pointed you to this deal on Monday.

OBR 12" 800MHz iBook/G3/CD available for $729
Thursday, December 4 2003 @ 3:00 PM ET | Article Link
ClubMac has open-box return 12" 800MHz iBook/G3/CDs available for $729. Look for item number 188336 -- they have three units available.

OBR 17" PowerBook battery available for $94; save $35
Thursday, December 4 2003 @ 2:58 PM ET | Article Link
ClubMac has open-box return batteries for 17" PowerBooks available for $94.99. Look for item number 249093 -- they have 5 available. The price for new batteries is $129.

15" 1.25GHz PowerBook G4 in stock today for $2499 with free iSight
Thursday, December 4 2003 @ 10:31 AM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com is reporting stock today of the 15" 1.25GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive for $2499 including a free Apple iSight. The $100 discount for the PowerBook is applicable when you add it to your shopping cart, while the iSight is free through December 14th when you add it to your shopping cart and use coupon code PWERBKISIGHT during the checkout process.

Updated PowerBook G4 Price Trackers
Thursday, December 4 2003 @ 10:27 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our PowerBook Price Trackers (17" PowerBooks | 15" PowerBooks | 12" PowerBooks) with the latest information on prices, bundles, and availability from all of Apple's authorized internet/catalog resellers.

Updated iBook Price Trackers
Thursday, December 4 2003 @ 10:26 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our iBook Price Trackers (14" iBooks | 12" iBooks) with the latest information on prices, bundles, and availability from all of Apple's authorized internet/catalog resellers.

Factory-refurbished 1.33GHz 17" PowerBook available for $2499; save $500!
Thursday, December 4 2003 @ 8:33 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has factory-refurbished 1.33GHz 17" PowerBook G4/SuperDrives available for $2499 in their Special Deals section. They come with standard Apple one-year warranties, just like new 17" PowerBooks. This price represents a $500 discount over new models.

Factory-refurbished 1GHz 12" PowerBooks available; save $250
Thursday, December 4 2003 @ 8:31 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has factory-refurbished 12" 1GHz PowerBooks now available in their Special Deals section. They have the 12" 1GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive available for $1549 and the 12" 1GHz PowerBook G4/Combo available for $1349. Each comes with a standard Apple one-year warranty, just like new models. Those prices represent a $250 discount over new models.

Factory-refurbished Power Mac G5s available
Thursday, December 4 2003 @ 8:27 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store now has factory-refurbished Power Mac G5s available in their Special Deals section. They have the 1.6GHz PM G5 available for $1499 (a $300 savings) and the 1.8GHz PM G5 available for $1799. The 1.6GHz model is in stock today. Each comes with a standard Apple one-year warranty, just like new models.

17" 1GHz PowerBook G4 available for $2694 including free 1GB RAM upgrade plus more
Wednesday, December 3 2003 @ 1:07 PM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has previous-generation 1GHz 17" PowerBook G4s available for $2694 including a free 512MB RAM upgrade (for a total of 1GB of RAM), free Body Glove carrying case, free (after rebate) Epson multifunction printer, plus a free Fellowes security lock. Look for item number 463659. The extra RAM is free after a $100 mail-in rebate (PDF).

OBR 12" 867MHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive available for $1444
Wednesday, December 3 2003 @ 1:03 PM ET | Article Link
ClubMac has open-box return 12" 867MHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrives available for $1444.99. Look for item number 173595. Add the PowerBook to your shopping cart to see the discounted price.

Leftover 15" 1GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrives (TiBooks) available for $2029
Wednesday, December 3 2003 @ 10:42 AM ET | Article Link
ClubMac has leftover 1GHz 15" Titanium PowerBook G4/SuperDrives available for $2029 including a free (after rebate) printer. Look for item number 764337. They have 810 units available.

Factory-refurbished 12" 867MHz PowerBooks available
Wednesday, December 3 2003 @ 10:00 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has factory-refurbished 12" 867MHz PowerBooks in stock today in their 'Special Deals' section. They have the 12" 867MHz PowerBook G4/Combo available for $1199 and the SuperDrive version available for $1399. Both models come with an Apple one-year warranty, just like the new models.

12" 1GHz PowerBooks available with free AirPort Extreme Cards plus more
Wednesday, December 3 2003 @ 9:58 AM ET | Article Link
MacZone has both new 12" PowerBooks available including a free AirPort Extreme Card plus a free carrying case. The 12" 1GHz PowerBook G4/Combo is available for $1594.98 (item number 00197331), while the 12" 1GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive is available for $1794.98 (item number 00197332). A $40 card installation fee is required.

Holiday Gift Guide II
Wednesday, December 3 2003 @ 8:02 AM ET | Article Link
by Noah Kravitz

Lest you thought I was done, here we go again ... Part II of the Holiday Gift Guide 2003. Read More...

15" 1GHz PowerBook G4/Combo in stock today with free 512MB RAM upgrade, multifunction printer
Tuesday, December 2 2003 @ 10:54 PM ET | Article Link
MacConnection is reporting stock today of the new 15" 1GHz PowerBook G4/Combo for $1994 including a free 512MB RAM upgrade, free Body Glove carrying case, free (after rebate) Epson CX3200 multifunction printer, and a free Fellowes security lock. Look for item number 463654. The RAM is free after a $100 mail-in rebate (PDF).

Updated 15" PowerBook Price Tracker
Tuesday, December 2 2003 @ 9:39 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our 15" PowerBook Price Tracker with the latest information on prices, bundles, and availability from all of Apple's authorized internet/catalog resellers.

Deal of the Year: New 12" 900MHz iBook/G3/Combos available for $699
Tuesday, December 2 2003 @ 9:33 AM ET | Article Link
Best Buy now has leftover, new, 12" 900MHz iBook/G3/Combos available for only $699.99. They're available for local pick up (select stores) or delivery (free ground shipping). Look for item number M9018LL/A. That's the lowest price we've seen for that model from any Apple Authorized Reseller, and at this price, they're likely to go in a hurry.

Update:
They've apparently sold out.

Factory-refurbished iBooks available; get a Combo for only $799
Tuesday, December 2 2003 @ 8:03 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store now has stock of several G3 iBooks in their Special Deals section. Each model is factory-refurbished and comes with a standard Apple one-year warranty, just like new models, and all are under $1000. Here's what's available:

- 12" 700MHz iBook/CD: $679
- 12" 800MHz iBook/CD: $749
- 12" 800MHz iBook/Combo: $799
- 12" 900MHz iBook/Combo: $849
- 14" 800MHz iBook/Combo: $949
- 14" 900MHz iBook/Combo: $999

Discounted iPods available; save up to $25
Monday, December 1 2003 @ 4:25 PM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com has iPods discounted by as much as $25. Put an iPod in your shopping cart to see the discounted price. Here's what's available:

- 10GB iPod: $284.05
- 20GB iPod: $379.05
- 30GB iPod: $399 (previous-generation model)
- 40GB iPod: $474.05

See our iPod Price Tracker for the most up-to-date information.

15" 1GHz PowerBook G4/Combo (reconditioned) available for $1799; save $200
Monday, December 1 2003 @ 3:31 PM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has reconditioned 15" 1GHz PowerBook G4/Combos available for $1799. Look for item number 465380. That's a $200 discount over new models.

Update 12/2:
They've sold out.

Updated Power Mac Price Trackers
Monday, December 1 2003 @ 3:00 PM ET | Article Link
We've updated our Power Mac G5 Price Tracker and our Power Mac G4 Price Tracker with the latest information on prices, bundles, and availability from all of Apple's Authorized Internet/Catalog Resellers.

Updated iMac Price Tracker
Monday, December 1 2003 @ 1:53 PM ET | Article Link
We've updated our LCD iMac Price Tracker with the latest information on prices, bundles, and availability from all of Apple's authorized internet/catalog resellers.

New PowerBooks and iBooks discounted; save up to $125
Monday, December 1 2003 @ 1:29 PM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com is discounting new PowerBooks and iBooks by up to $125, they're and including a free iSight with PowerBooks and a free Belkin FreePort II backpack with iBooks. Here's what they have:

17" 1.33GHz PowerBook: $2874.99
15" 1.25GHz PowerBook: $2499
15" 1GHz PowerBook: $1924.99
12" 1GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $1724

1GHz 14" iBook: $1444
933MHz 14" iBook: $1244
800MHz 12" iBook: $1044

Factory-refurbished 17" 1GHz PowerBook available for $2199
Monday, December 1 2003 @ 12:50 PM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has factory-refurbished 1GHz 17" PowerBooks available in their Special Deals section for $2199. The PowerBook comes with a standard Apple one-year warranty, and it's the lowest price we've seen for a 17" PowerBook from any Apple Authorized Reseller.

Holiday Gift Guide
Monday, December 1 2003 @ 12:48 PM ET | Article Link
by Noah Kravitz

Ahh, December. The air gets a little colder, the wind blows a little harder, and throughout the land people dream of seeing faraway loved ones, peace on Earth, and brightly wrapped gadgets treats for you on someone else's AmEx card. For better or for worse, the Winter holiday season has become as much about supporting the American way of capitalism as it's ever been about faith or religion. But, hey, goodwill is goodwill whatever it's guise. So when you're out battling the crowds (or sitting at home in your bathrobe, sharing the joy of eCommerce) to shop for friends and loved ones this year, take a few moments and a few of your hard-earned dollars to give something to those less fortunate than you. Cool toys are fun, but people make the world go 'round, so if you can, share your heart with a stranger in need this December. Giving really does feel better than getting. Read More...