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December 2005
Last day for 10% off at Target
Friday, December 30 2005 @ 11:38 AM ET | Article Link
Use coupon code TCADVCBN during the checkout process at Target through December 31st to take 10% off your entire order. This includes iPods and accessories. Coupon can only be used online, and it expires at midnight on the 31st. Several models of iPod nanos, shuffles, and videos are in stock today.
14" 1.42GHz iBook G4/SuperDrive (refurbished) available for $1049; save $250
Friday, December 30 2005 @ 11:32 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has restocked Apple Certified Refurbished 14" 1.42GHz iBook G4/SuperDrives for $1049. That represents a $250 savings over new models. An Apple one-year warranty is included, and ground shipping is free.
Up to $200 off Mac desktops through January 17th
Friday, December 30 2005 @ 11:31 AM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com is offering mail-in rebates worth up to $200 off the price of a new Mac through January 17th (PDF form). To qualify for the rebate, you must purchase the Mac from Amazon.com -- not one of their partners (Office Depot, etc.). They'll include a free Apple Mighty Mouse after a $50 mail-in rebate, good though December 31st, with Mac minis (details on each product's specifications page). Finally, use this rebate (PDF form) to save 50% on a copy of Microsoft Office for Mac when purchased with a new system, good through Janaury 31st. Including the rebate, prices are as follows:
- 1.42GHz Mac mini/SuperDrive: $619.99 MSRP $699; sku B0009U7YD2
- 1.42GHz Mac mini/Combo: $519.99 MSRP $599; sku B0009U7Y0U
- 1.25GHz Mac mini/Combo: $469.99 MSRP $499; sku B0009U7Y32
- 20" 2.1GHz iMac G5: $1549.99 MSRP $1699; sku B000AO3PH6
- 17" 1.9GHz iMac G5: $1174.99 MSRP $1299; sku B000AO1SN4
- 2.5GHz Power Mac G5: $3099.99 MSRP $3299; sku B0009U7YHI
- 2.3GHz Power Mac G5: $2299.99 MSRP $2499; sku B0009U7YFK
- 2.0GHz Power Mac G5: $1799.99 MSRP $1999; sku B000AO5PF6
12" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combo available for $1199
Friday, December 30 2005 @ 11:29 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection continues to report stock of new 12" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combos for $1199 after a $100 mail-in rebate (PDF form), good through December 31st. Look for item number 5591364. Their price is the lowest we've seen for that model.
17" early-2005 1.67GHz PowerBook G4 available for $1799
Friday, December 30 2005 @ 11:28 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection continues to offer new, leftover, early-2005 17" 1.67GHz PowerBooks for $1799 after a $100 mail-in rebate (PDF form), good through December 31st. Look for item number 5591444. Their price is the lowest we've seen for that model.
Updated Clearance Price Trackers
Friday, December 30 2005 @ 11:27 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our Clearance PowerBook and iBook Price Trackers with all the latest information on prices and availability for refurbished, open-box return, leftover, and used 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 Power Macs, iMacs, minis, and eMacs.
Updated Desktop Price Trackers
Friday, December 30 2005 @ 11:26 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our iMac G5 Price Tracker, Power Mac G5 Price Tracker, Mac mini Price Tracker, and eMac Price Tracker with the latest information on prices, availability, and bundles from Apple's authorized internet/catalog resellers.
10% off entire order at Epson Store through the January 31st
Friday, December 30 2005 @ 11:25 AM ET | Article Link
The Epson Store is offering a 10% discount on your entire order through January 31st. Enter code PFXTNJ5 during checkout to see the discount. Save 10% on their entire inventory of printers, scanners, supplies, and more.
Free Epson all-in-one printer with Mac purchase through January 16th
Thursday, December 29 2005 @ 10:45 AM ET | Article Link
 Use this mail-in rebate coupon (PDF form) at The Apple Store through January 16th to get $100 back when you purchase a new Mac and qualifying printer. This includes the $99.95 Epson CX4200 all-in-one printer, making this printer free after the rebate.
Best PowerBook and iBook bundle; 1GB RAM, router, all-in-one printer, case, MS Office, and more
Thursday, December 29 2005 @ 10:44 AM ET | Article Link
Purchase a new PowerBook G4 or iBook G4 at MacMall and receive a free 512MB (iBooks) or 1GB RAM (PowerBooks) upgrade, for a total of 1.0-1.5GB of RAM, after mail-in rebate and a $39.99 installation fee. MacMall will also include an Epson CX4200 all-in-one printer, D-Link Wireless 802.11g Router, and a carrying case, all for free after applicable mail-in rebates. Finally, use this coupon (PDF form) through January 31st to take 50% off the price of Microsoft Office for Mac when purchased with any Mac system.
Instead of the free RAM upgrade, take up to $150 off the price with this mail-in rebate (PDF) through January 9th. The price discount and RAM upgrade offers cannot be combined. Here are the model numbers -- prices reflect mail-in rebate discount:
- 12" 1.5GHz PowerBook: $1394 sku 194027 $100 discount
- 15" 1.67GHz PowerBook: $1894 sku 683829 $100 discount
- 17" 1.67GHz PowerBook: $2344 sku 683832 $150 discount
- 14" 1.42GHz iBook G4/SuperDrive: $1244 sku 766222 $50 discount
- 12" 1.33GHz iBook G4/Combo: $944 sku 766221 $50 discount
Updated PowerBook and iBook Price Trackers
Thursday, December 29 2005 @ 10:40 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our PowerBook Price Tracker and iBook G4 Price Tracker with the latest information on prices, bundles, and availability from Apple's authorized internet/catalog resellers.
A Good Year Ends And An Exciting One Shapes Up For Apple Laptop Fans
Thursday, December 29 2005 @ 10:38 AM ET | Article Link
by Charles W. Moore
2005 was a good year in the Apple laptop orbit, not really a vintage year (except for the fact that the hardware was all getting pretty long in the tooth), but the very good year nevertheless. Looking ahead to 2006, one thing we can be certain of is that it's going to be a watershed year. The vintage part will depend upon how solidly engineered and built the new MacIntel machines turn out to be.
After a bit of a shock when no iBook or PowerBook new product announcements were made that Macworld Expo in January — 2005 started out strong two weeks later with a major refreshments of the entire PowerBook line, with modest speed bumps, some feature enhancements, and a couple of completely new wrinkles -- a scrolling trackpad and a hard drive Sudden Motion Sensor. Read More...
OBR 1.25GHz Mac mini available for $399
Thursday, December 29 2005 @ 10:29 AM ET | Article Link
ClubMac has open-box return 1.25GHz 256MB Mac minis available for $399.99. Look for item number 524306.
10% off Black 2GB iPod nano; in stock today for $180
Thursday, December 29 2005 @ 10:15 AM ET | Article Link
Use coupon code TCADVCBN during the checkout process at Target to take 10% off the price of 2GB iPod nanos today. Standard MSRP for the 2GB nano is $199, and Target's discount lowers that price to $180. The Black 2GB model is in stock today with 1-2 day shipping:
- Black 2GB iPod nano: $180 (MSRP $199) sku B0007Y79AI
$20 off iPod videos; all models in stock today
Thursday, December 29 2005 @ 10:12 AM ET | Article Link
Use this mail-in rebate (PDF form) at MacConnection to take $20 off the price of an iPod video through December 31st. Their discount lowers the price of 30GB models to $274 and 60GB iPods to $374. All models are in stock today.
12" 1.33GHz iBook G4 (refurbished) available for $799; save $200
Wednesday, December 28 2005 @ 8:22 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished 12" 1.33GHz iBook G4/Combos available for $799. That represents a $200 discount over new models. An Apple one-year warranty and ground shipping are both included.
20" 2.1GHz iMac G5 (reconditioned) available for $1499; save $200
Tuesday, December 27 2005 @ 10:43 PM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has reconditioned 20" 2.1GHz iMac G5s available for $1499. Look for item number 6225227. That represents a $200 savings over new models.
15" 1.67GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive (reconditioned) available for $1699
Tuesday, December 27 2005 @ 10:38 PM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has reconditioned early-2005 17" 1.67GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrives available for $1699. Look for item number 5682928. Their price is the lowest we've seen for a 1.67GHz 17" PowerBook.
$200 off new PowerBooks through January 17th
Tuesday, December 27 2005 @ 10:34 PM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com's mail-in rebate takes up to $200 off the price of a new PowerBook (PDF form) through January 17th. To qualify for the rebate, you must purchase the Mac from Amazon.com -- not one of their partners (Office Depot, etc.). Use this rebate (PDF form) to save 50% on a copy of Microsoft Office for Mac when purchased with a new system, good through Janaury 31st. Including the rebate, prices are as follows:
- 17" 1.67GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $2299.99 MSRP $2499; sku B000ANZ5ES
- 15" 1.67GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $1799.99 MSRP $1999; sku B000ANZ54S
- 12" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combo: $1349.99 MSRP $1499; sku B0007KX4WY
All models are in stock today with 24-hour shipping.
12" 1.33GHz iBook G4 (reconditioned) available for $849; save $150
Tuesday, December 27 2005 @ 10:32 PM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has reconditioned 12" 1.33GHz iBook G4s available for $849. Look for item number 6007490. That's a $150 savings over new models.
Up to $125 off iBooks plus free Apple Mighty Mouse
Tuesday, December 27 2005 @ 10:31 PM ET | Article Link
 Amazon.com is offering a mail-in rebate worth up to $125 off the price of a new iBook (PDF form) through January 17th. They're also including a free Apple Mighty Mouse after a $50 mail-in rebate, good though December 31st (details on each product's specifications page). To qualify for the rebates, you must purchase the Mac from Amazon.com -- not one of their partners (Office Depot, etc.). Including the rebate, prices are as follows:
- 14" 1.42GHz iBook G4: $1174.99 MSRP $1299; sku B0009U7XH4
- 12" 1.33GHz iBook G4: $899.99 MSRP $999; sku B0009U7WZM
Both iBooks are in stock today with 24-hour shipping.
Snag refurbished iPod minis for as low as $179
Tuesday, December 27 2005 @ 10:28 PM ET | Article Link
Overstock.com has refurbished 4GB iPod minis in stock today for $179.99.
Apple Certified Refurbished PowerBook G4s available today starting at $1149
Monday, December 26 2005 @ 4:58 PM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has numerous Apple Certified Refurbished PowerBook G4s available today at prices starting at $1149. Several generations of models are available, and each comes with an Apple one-year warranty and free ground shipping. The following PowerBooks are available:
- 17" early-2005 1.67GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $1999
- 17" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $1799
- 15" early-2005 1.67GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $1599
- 15" early-2005 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combo: $1449
- 12" 2005 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $1299
- 12" 2005 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combo: $1199
- 12" 2004 1.33GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $1149
Apple refurbished 512MB Mac minis available starting at $429; save up to $100
Monday, December 26 2005 @ 4:55 PM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished 512MB Mac minis available today starting at $429. Each model comes with an Apple one-year warranty, and ground shipping is free. The following minis are available:
- 1.25GHz 512MB Mac mini: $429 $70 off new
- 1.42GHz 512MB Mac mini/Combo: $519 $80 off new
- 1.42GHz 512MB Mac mini/SuperDrive: $599 $100 off new
14" 1.42GHz iBook G4/SuperDrive (refurbished) available for $1049; save $250
Monday, December 26 2005 @ 4:51 PM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has restocked Apple Certified Refurbished 14" 1.42GHz iBook G4/SuperDrives for $1049. That represents a $250 savings over new models. An Apple one-year warranty is included, and ground shipping is free.
12" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combo available for $1199
Monday, December 26 2005 @ 4:50 PM ET | Article Link
MacConnection continues to report stock of new 12" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combos for $1199 after a $100 mail-in rebate (PDF form), good through December 31st. Look for item number 5591364. Their price is the lowest we've seen for that model.
15" 1.67GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive (reconditioned) available for $1799; save $200
Monday, December 26 2005 @ 4:49 PM ET | Article Link
MacConnection continues to report stock of reconditioned late-2005 15" 1.67GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrives for $1799. Look for item number 6206106. That represents a $200 savings over new models.
17" early-2005 1.67GHz PowerBook G4 available for $1799
Monday, December 26 2005 @ 4:48 PM ET | Article Link
MacConnection continues to offer new, leftover, early-2005 17" 1.67GHz PowerBooks for $1799 after a $100 mail-in rebate (PDF form), good through December 31st. Look for item number 5591444. Their price is the lowest we've seen for that model.
Updated Clearance Price Trackers
Monday, December 26 2005 @ 4:47 PM ET | Article Link
We've updated our Clearance PowerBook and iBook Price Trackers with all the latest information on prices and availability for refurbished, open-box return, leftover, and used 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 Power Macs, iMacs, minis, and eMacs.
Up to $200 off Mac desktops through January 17th
Monday, December 26 2005 @ 4:46 PM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com is offering mail-in rebates worth up to $200 off the price of a new Mac through January 17th (PDF form). To qualify for the rebate, you must purchase the Mac from Amazon.com -- not one of their partners (Office Depot, etc.). They'll include a free Apple Mighty Mouse after a $50 mail-in rebate, good though December 31st, with Mac minis (details on each product's specifications page). Finally, use this rebate (PDF form) to save 50% on a copy of Microsoft Office for Mac when purchased with a new system, good through Janaury 31st. Including the rebate, prices are as follows:
- 1.42GHz Mac mini/SuperDrive: $619.99 MSRP $699; sku B0009U7YD2
- 1.42GHz Mac mini/Combo: $519.99 MSRP $599; sku B0009U7Y0U
- 1.25GHz Mac mini/Combo: $469.99 MSRP $499; sku B0009U7Y32
- 20" 2.1GHz iMac G5: $1549.99 MSRP $1699; sku B000AO3PH6
- 17" 1.9GHz iMac G5: $1174.99 MSRP $1299; sku B000AO1SN4
- 2.5GHz Power Mac G5: $3099.99 MSRP $3299; sku B0009U7YHI
- 2.3GHz Power Mac G5: $2299.99 MSRP $2499; sku B0009U7YFK
- 2.0GHz Power Mac G5: $1799.99 MSRP $1999; sku B000AO5PF6
All models are in stock today with 24-hour shipping.
Updated Desktop Price Trackers
Monday, December 26 2005 @ 4:43 PM ET | Article Link
We've updated our iMac G5 Price Tracker, Power Mac G5 Price Tracker, Mac mini Price Tracker, and eMac Price Tracker with the latest information on prices, availability, and bundles from Apple's authorized internet/catalog resellers.
Updated iPod Prices
Monday, December 26 2005 @ 4:42 PM ET | Article Link
We've updated our iPod Price Trackers with the latest information on prices, bundles, and availabilty from over 30 of Apple's Authorized iPod Resellers. The following price trackers are available:
- iPod shuffle Prices
- iPod nano Prices
- Video iPod Prices
2GB iPod nanos in stock today with free $10 iTunes gift card
Monday, December 26 2005 @ 4:41 PM ET | Article Link
MacZone has 2GB iPod nanos in stock today for $199.96 including a free $10 iTunes gift card. No fees or rebates are involved. Look for item number 00390470 (White) and item number 00390473 (Black).
Black 2GB iPod nano in stock today for $184
Monday, December 26 2005 @ 4:40 PM ET | Article Link
Use this $10 mail-in rebate (PDF form) through December 31st to take $10 off the price of an iPod nano at MacConnection. Including the rebate, the 2GB nano goes for $184, while the 4GB nano has a final price of $234. The Black 2GB iPod nano is in stock today.
10% off video iPods today
Monday, December 26 2005 @ 4:38 PM ET | Article Link
Use coupon code TCADVCBN during the checkout process at Target to take 10% off your entire order. Including the discount, 60GB iPods are available for $360, and 30GB iPods are available for $270:
- White 60GB iPod video: $360 (MSRP $399) sku B000A3WS20
- Black 60GB iPod video: $360 (MSRP $399) sku B000A3WS8O not in stock at press time
- White 30GB iPod video: $270 (MSRP $299) sku B000A3WS16
- Black 30GB iPod video: $270 (MSRP $299) sku B000A3WS84
Current Apple Store promos and savings
Friday, December 23 2005 @ 8:57 AM ET | Article Link
Take advantage of the following savings and promotions at The Apple Store when you buy a new Mac:
(1) Use this mail-in rebate coupon (PDF form) at The Apple Store through January 16th to get $100 back when you purchase a new Mac and qualifying printer. This includes the $99.95 Epson CX4200 all-in-one printer, making this printer free after the rebate. All new Macs are in stock today, but there is a 5-7 wait for the Epson printer.
(2) The Apple Store is offering a 50% discount on Microsoft Office for Mac with the purchase of any computer through January 31st, 2006. Use this PDF rebate form. The following discounts apply:
- Microsoft Office for Mac Professional Edition: $149.95 -> $99.95
- Microsoft Office for Mac Standard Edition: $399.95 -> $199.95
- Microsoft Office for Mac Student/Teacher Edition: $499.95 -> $249.95
(3) The Apple Store allows you to choose an internal Combo Drive as opposed to the standard SuperDrive available with each new PowerBook. This saves $50 on the price of a new 'Book and also increases the wait time from 24 hours to 1-2 business days:
- 17" 1.67GHz PowerBook/Combo: $2449
- 15" 1.67GHz PowerBook/Combo: $1949
- 12" 1.50GHz PowerBook/Combo: $1449
Choose an internal Combo Drive instead of the standard SuperDrive with your custom-configured 14" 1.42GHz iBook G4, and take $100 off the price for a total of $1199. As configured, these iBooks are shipping in 1-2 business days. Use this option only if you have no need to burn DVDs.
Lowest PowerBook and iBook prices; up to $200 off MSRP
Friday, December 23 2005 @ 8:52 AM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com's mail-in rebate takes up to $200 off the price of a new PowerBook or iBook (PDF form) through January 17th. To qualify for the rebate, you must purchase the Mac from Amazon.com -- not one of their partners (Office Depot, etc.). They'll include a free Apple Mighty Mouse after a $50 mail-in rebate, good though December 31st, with iBooks (details on each product's specifications page). Finally, use this rebate (PDF form) to save 50% on a copy of Microsoft Office for Mac when purchased with a new system, good through Janaury 31st. Including the rebate, prices are as follows:
- 17" 1.67GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $2299.99 MSRP $2499; sku B000ANZ5ES
- 15" 1.67GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $1799.99 MSRP $1999; sku B000ANZ54S
- 12" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combo: $1349.99 MSRP $1499; sku B0007KX4WY
- 14" 1.42GHz iBook G4: $1174.99 MSRP $1299; sku B0009U7XH4
- 12" 1.33GHz iBook G4: $899.99 MSRP $999; sku B0009U7WZM
All models are in stock today with 24-hour shipping.
Best PowerBook and iBook bundle; 1GB RAM, router, all-in-one printer, case, MS Office, and more
Friday, December 23 2005 @ 8:48 AM ET | Article Link
Purchase a new PowerBook G4 or iBook G4 at MacMall and receive a free 512MB (iBooks) or 1GB RAM (PowerBooks) upgrade, for a total of 1.0-1.5GB of RAM, after mail-in rebate and a $39.99 installation fee. MacMall will also include an Epson CX4200 all-in-one printer, D-Link Wireless 802.11g Router, and a carrying case, all for free after applicable mail-in rebates. Finally, use this coupon (PDF form) through January 31st to take 50% off the price of Microsoft Office for Mac when purchased with any Mac system.
Instead of the free RAM upgrade, take up to $150 off the price with this mail-in rebate (PDF) through January 9th. The price discount and RAM upgrade offers cannot be combined. Here are the model numbers -- prices reflect mail-in rebate discount:
- 12" 1.5GHz PowerBook: $1394 sku 194027 $100 discount
- 15" 1.67GHz PowerBook: $1894 sku 683829 $100 discount
- 17" 1.67GHz PowerBook: $2344 sku 683832 $150 discount
- 14" 1.42GHz iBook G4/SuperDrive: $1244 sku 766222 $50 discount
- 12" 1.33GHz iBook G4/Combo: $944 sku 766221 $50 discount
15% off entire order at Epson Store through the 31st
Friday, December 23 2005 @ 8:41 AM ET | Article Link
The Epson Store is offering a 15% discount on your entire order through December 31st. Enter code PFXPX5 during checkout to see the discount. Save 15% on their entire inventory of printers, scanners, supplies, and more.
Updated PowerBook Prices and iBook Prices
Friday, December 23 2005 @ 8:34 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our PowerBook Price Tracker and iBook G4 Price Tracker with the latest information on prices, bundles, and availability from Apple's authorized internet/catalog resellers.
PowerBook Mystique Mailbag - December 23, 2005
Friday, December 23 2005 @ 8:32 AM ET | Article Link
by Charles W. Moore
- Long live the WallStreet
- Handing Off My WallStreet - A Retrospective
- Re: Is A G5 PowerBook Still A Realistic Possibility?
- Minimum Powerbook...
- Is A G5 PowerBook Still A Realistic Possibility?
- Read More...
Reconditioned Power Mac G5/2.5GHz/Quad available for $2999; save $300
Friday, December 23 2005 @ 8:04 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has reconditioned 2.5GHz Quad-core Power Mac G5s available today for $2999. Look for item number 6244348. That represents a $300 savings over new models.
Last minute gift idea: Electronic iTunes Music Store Gift Cards
Thursday, December 22 2005 @ 8:39 AM ET | Article Link
 Need an idea for a last minute gift? How about an Electronic iTunes Music Store Gift Card? Send an electronic gift certificate to anyone with an email address at The Apple Store through Christmas Day. Gift Cards can vary in amount from $10 to $200. It's the perfect accessory for someone getting a new iPod this season, and you get to avoid the traffic and lines at the stores this weekend.
10% off all iPod videos today
Thursday, December 22 2005 @ 8:31 AM ET | Article Link
Use coupon code TCADVCBN during the checkout process at Target to take 10% off your entire order. Including the discount, 60GB iPods (in stock today) are available for $360, and 30GB iPods (also in stock) are available for $270:
- White 60GB iPod video: $360 (MSRP $399) sku B000A3WS20
- Black 60GB iPod video: $360 (MSRP $399) sku B000A3WS8O
- White 30GB iPod video: $270 (MSRP $299) sku B000A3WS16
- Black 30GB iPod video: $270 (MSRP $299) sku B000A3WS84
We expect these models to sell out quickly at these prices.
Apple refurbished 12" iBooks available today starting at $699
Thursday, December 22 2005 @ 8:00 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has several Apple Certified Refurbished 12" iBook G4s available today starting at $699. Each model comes with an Apple one-year warranty and free ground shipping:
- 12" 2005 1.33GHz iBook G4/Combo: $799
- 12" 2004 1.2GHz iBook G4/Combo: $719
- 12" 2004 1.2GHz iBook G4/CD: $699
Apple refurbished 14" 1.33GHz iBook G4s available starting at $899
Thursday, December 22 2005 @ 7:59 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished 14" 1.33GHz iBooks available today at prices starting at $899. The 14" 1.33GHz iBook G4/SuperDrive is available for $999, while the 14" 1.33GHz iBook G4/Combo is available for $899. Each model comes with an Apple one-year warranty, and ground shipping is free.
1GB iPod shuffle in stock for $124
Thursday, December 22 2005 @ 7:58 AM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com is reporting stock of the 1GB iPod shuffle today for $124.99. It's available to ship witin 24 hours. They are the only reseller currently reporting stock of the 1GB shuffle.
Last day for free overnight shipping on all Macs
Wednesday, December 21 2005 @ 10:06 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store is offering free overnight shipping on any Mac -- iMac, iBook, PowerBook, Power Mac, Xserve, and Mac mini -- through midnight on December 21st (that's today). The offer applies to standard configurations and some custom configurations.
Free next business day shipping applies to computers only, not accessories. Place your order now for delivery by the 24th.
Updated iPod Price Trackers
Wednesday, December 21 2005 @ 10:01 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our iPod Price Trackers with the latest information on prices, bundles, and availabilty from over 30 of Apple's Authorized iPod Resellers. The following price trackers are available:
- iPod shuffle Prices
- iPod nano Prices
- Video iPod Prices
Updated PowerBook and iBook Price Trackers
Wednesday, December 21 2005 @ 10:00 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our PowerBook Price Tracker and iBook G4 Price Tracker with the latest information on prices, bundles, and availability from Apple's authorized internet/catalog resellers.
Free wireless router, all-in-one printer, case, up to 1GB RAM with PowerBooks and iBooks
Wednesday, December 21 2005 @ 9:56 AM ET | Article Link
Purchase a new PowerBook G4 or iBook G4 at MacMall and receive a free 512MB (iBooks) or 1GB RAM (PowerBooks) upgrade, for a total of 1.0-1.5GB of RAM, after mail-in rebate and a $39.99 installation fee. MacMall will also include an Epson CX4200 all-in-one printer, D-Link Wireless 802.11g Router, and a carrying case, all for free after applicable mail-in rebates. Finally, use this coupon (PDF form) through January 31st to take 50% off the price of Microsoft Office for Mac when purchased with any Mac system.
Instead of the free RAM upgrade, take up to $150 off the price with this mail-in rebate (PDF) through January 9th. The price discount and RAM upgrade offers cannot be combined. Here are the model numbers -- prices reflect mail-in rebate discount:
- 12" 1.5GHz PowerBook: $1394 sku 194027 $100 discount
- 15" 1.67GHz PowerBook: $1894 sku 683829 $100 discount
- 17" 1.67GHz PowerBook: $2344 sku 683832 $150 discount
- 14" 1.42GHz iBook G4/SuperDrive: $1244 sku 766222 $50 discount
- 12" 1.33GHz iBook G4/Combo: $944 sku 766221 $50 discount
MacMall's set of free bundles are by far the best we've seen.
Handing Off My WallStreet - A Retrospective
Wednesday, December 21 2005 @ 9:45 AM ET | Article Link
by Charles W. Moore
After seven years of mostly faithful service, I'm finally handing off by wonderful old G3 Series WallStreet PowerBook.
For the past two years and a bit, my wife's computer has been a 117 MHz PowerBook 1400 that we got for my daughter when she headed off to university in 2002. It was soon replaced by a 133 MHz 1400 (which a year ago was in turn replaced by a 1.2 GHz iBook), so my wife inherited it as an upgrade from the old Desktop LC 520 she had been using.
Her computering is mostly email, word processing, and a bit of Web surfing, and the old 1400 with just 40 MB or RAM was fairly adequate for a time. However, the crunch came when she had to change email services, and the new one wouldn't work with Eudora 5.2. It did work with Eudora 6.1, but that version requires at least OS 9, and she had been running OS 8.6, which is the optimum tradeoff between features and speed for the 1400. We did have OS 9 installed on another hard drive partition, but the poor, old 1400 — a slug at the best of times, bogged down almost to the point of unusability under the newer system. An impasse, as my wife is used to Eudora, and was disinclined to experiment with other email software. It was time for her to have a system upgrade. Read More...
Updated PowerBook and iBook Clearance Prices
Wednesday, December 21 2005 @ 9:40 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our Clearance PowerBook and iBook Price Trackers with all the latest information on prices and availability for refurbished, open-box return, leftover, and used PowerBooks and iBooks from Apple's Authorized Internet/Catalog Resellers.
50% off MS Office for Mac with systems purchase
Wednesday, December 21 2005 @ 9:37 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store is offering a 50% discount on Microsoft Office for Mac with the purchase of any computer through January 31st, 2006. Use this PDF rebate form. The following discounts apply:
- Microsoft Office for Mac Professional Edition: $149.95 -> $99.95
- Microsoft Office for Mac Standard Edition: $399.95 -> $199.95
- Microsoft Office for Mac Student/Teacher Edition: $499.95 -> $249.95
12" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combo available for $1199
Wednesday, December 21 2005 @ 9:36 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection continues to report stock of new 12" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combos for $1199 after a $100 mail-in rebate (PDF form), good through December 31st. Look for item number 5591364. Their price is the lowest we've seen for that model.
Black 2GB iPod nano in stock today for $184
Wednesday, December 21 2005 @ 9:34 AM ET | Article Link
Use this $10 mail-in rebate (PDF form) through December 31st to take $10 off the price of an iPod nano at MacConnection. Including the rebate, the 2GB nano goes for $184, while the 4GB nano has a final price of $234. The Black 2GB iPod nano is in stock today.
Great gift: 2GB iPod nanos with free $10 iTunes gift card
Wednesday, December 21 2005 @ 9:29 AM ET | Article Link
MacZone has 2GB iPod nanos in stock today for $199.96 including a free $10 iTunes gift card. No fees or rebates are involved. Look for item number 00390470 (White) and item number 00390473 (Black). This bundle makes a great gift for a new iPod user.
15" 1.67GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive (reconditioned) available for $1799; save $200
Wednesday, December 21 2005 @ 9:15 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection continues to report stock of reconditioned late-2005 15" 1.67GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrives for $1799. Look for item number 6206106. That represents a $200 savings over new models.
17" early-2005 1.67GHz PowerBook G4 available for $1799
Wednesday, December 21 2005 @ 9:13 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection continues to offer new, leftover, early-2005 17" 1.67GHz PowerBooks for $1799 after a $100 mail-in rebate (PDF form), good through December 31st. Look for item number 5591444. Their price is the lowest we've seen for that model.
Black 2GB iPod nano in stock today with free laser engraving, FM transmitter, and case
Tuesday, December 20 2005 @ 3:26 PM ET | Article Link
MacMall is reporting stock of black 2GB iPod nanos for $194. A Belkin TuneCast Mobile FM Transmitter is included for free after mail-in rebate, as is a Silicone Case. Finally, MacMall will include free laser engraving should you choose that option. Allow 1-2 days for the engraving.
The Black nano, including the bundled items, is also available at ClubMac and OnSale -- both members of the PCMall family.
Last day to save up to $200 on the price of a new Mac! [Extended!]
Tuesday, December 20 2005 @ 9:51 AM ET | Article Link
Update 12/21:
Amazon.com has extended their mail-in rebates through January 17th. Rebate amounts for each Mac remain the same (PDF form). However, the rebate procedure has changed, and customers are now able to fill out the applicable rebate form on the web, rather than mailing in the forms. See the PDF document for futher details.
Amazon.com's mail-in rebate takes up to $200 off the price of a new Mac (PDF form). To qualify for the rebate, you must purchase the Mac from Amazon.com -- not one of their partners (Office Depot, etc.). They'll include a free Apple Mighty Mouse after a $50 mail-in rebate, good though December 31st, with iBooks and Mac minis (details on each product's specifications page). Finally, use this rebate (PDF form) to save 50% on a copy of Microsoft Office for Mac when purchased with a new system, good through Janaury 31st. Including the rebate, prices are as follows:
- 17" 1.67GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $2299.99 MSRP $2499; sku B000ANZ5ES
- 15" 1.67GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $1799.99 MSRP $1999; sku B000ANZ54S
- 12" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combo: $1349.99 MSRP $1499; sku B0007KX4WY
- 14" 1.42GHz iBook G4: $1174.99 MSRP $1299; sku B0009U7XH4
- 12" 1.33GHz iBook G4: $899.99 MSRP $999; sku B0009U7WZM
- 1.42GHz Mac mini/SuperDrive: $669.99 MSRP $699; sku B0009U7YD2
- 1.42GHz Mac mini/Combo: $569.99 MSRP $599; sku B0009U7Y0U
- 1.25GHz Mac mini/Combo: $469.99 MSRP $499; sku B0009U7Y32
- 20" 2.1GHz iMac G5: $1549.99 MSRP $1699; sku B000AO3PH6
- 17" 1.9GHz iMac G5: $1174.99 MSRP $1299; sku B000AO1SN4
- 2.5GHz Power Mac G5: $3099.99 MSRP $3299; sku B0009U7YHI
- 2.3GHz Power Mac G5: $2299.99 MSRP $2499; sku B0009U7YFK
- 2.0GHz Power Mac G5: $1799.99 MSRP $1999; sku B000AO5PF6
All models are in stock today with 24-hour shipping.
Save up to $250 with Apple Refurbished 2005 iBook G4s
Tuesday, December 20 2005 @ 9:32 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished iBook G4s available again today for up to $250 off the price of new models. Each iBook comes with an Apple one-year warranty, and ground shipping is free. The following configurations are available:
- 14" 1.42GHz iBook G4/SuperDrive: $1049 ($250 off)
- 12" 1.33GHz iBook G4/Combo: $799 ($200 off)
12" 1.2GHz iBook G4/Combo available for $719
Tuesday, December 20 2005 @ 9:31 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished 2004 12" 1.2GHz iBook G4/Combos available again for $719. An Apple one-year warranty and free ground shipping are included. Their price is the lowest we've seen for that model.
Updated Desktop Price Trackers
Tuesday, December 20 2005 @ 9:30 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our iMac G5 Price Tracker, Power Mac G5 Price Tracker, Mac mini Price Tracker, and eMac Price Tracker with the latest information on prices, availability, and bundles from Apple's authorized internet/catalog resellers.
10% off 60GB iPod videos today
Tuesday, December 20 2005 @ 9:25 AM ET | Article Link
Use coupon code TCADVCBN during the checkout process at Target to take 10% off your entire order. Including the discount, 60GB iPods (in stock again today) are available for $360:
- White 60GB iPod video: $360 (MSRP $399) sku B000A3WS20
- Black 60GB iPod video: $360 (MSRP $399) sku B000A3WS8O
We expect these models to sell out quickly at these prices.
OBR 15" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combo available for $1349
Tuesday, December 20 2005 @ 9:10 AM ET | Article Link
MacZone has open-box return early-2005 15" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combos available for $1349.99. Look for item number 00396004. That's down from their original price of $1526.
$20 off iPod videos; all models in stock today
Tuesday, December 20 2005 @ 9:02 AM ET | Article Link
Use this mail-in rebate (PDF form) at MacConnection to take $20 off the price of an iPod video through December 31st. Their discount lowers the price of 30GB models to $274 and 60GB iPods to $374. All models are in stock today.
Reconditioned 1.9GHz iMac G5 available for $1149; save $150
Tuesday, December 20 2005 @ 8:57 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has reconditioned 1.9GHz iMac G5s available for $1149. Look for item number 6219679. That's a $150 discount over new models.
Free Epson all-in-one printer with Mac purchase through January 16th
Monday, December 19 2005 @ 9:53 AM ET | Article Link
Use this mail-in rebate coupon (PDF form) at The Apple Store through January 16th to get $100 back when you purchase a new Mac and qualifying printer. This includes the $99.95 Epson CX4200 all-in-one printer, making this printer free after the rebate. All new Macs are in stock today, but there is a 5-7 wait for the Epson printer.
Apple offers free overnight shipping on computers through the 21st
Monday, December 19 2005 @ 9:41 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store is offering free overnight shipping on any Mac -- iMac, iBook, PowerBook, Power Mac, and Mac mini -- through December 21st. The offer applies to standard configurations and some custom configurations.
Free next business day shipping applies to computers only, not accessories.
Who has iPod nanos? [updated]
Monday, December 19 2005 @ 9:36 AM ET | Article Link
Most online iPod Resellers are sold out of 2GB and 4GB iPod nanos. However, two resellers are reporting stock of both Black and White 2GB nanos (updated this morning):
- The Apple Store: $199 with free laser engraving and free ground shipping
- IBuyDigital.com: $199.95
See our iPod nano Price Tracker for more details.
Save up to $100 with build-to-order PowerBooks and iBooks
Monday, December 19 2005 @ 9:35 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store allows you to choose an internal Combo Drive as opposed to the standard SuperDrive available with each new PowerBook. This saves $50 on the price of a new 'Book and also increases the wait time from 24 hours to 1-2 business days:
- 17" 1.67GHz PowerBook/Combo: $2449
- 15" 1.67GHz PowerBook/Combo: $1949
- 12" 1.50GHz PowerBook/Combo: $1449
Choose an internal Combo Drive instead of the standard SuperDrive with your custom-configured 14" 1.42GHz iBook at The Apple Store, and take $100 off the price for a total of $1199. As configured, these iBooks are shipping in 1-2 business days. Use this option only if you have no need to burn DVDs.
Updated iPod Price Trackers
Monday, December 19 2005 @ 9:33 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our iPod Price Trackers with the latest information on prices, bundles, and availabilty from over 30 of Apple's Authorized iPod Resellers. The following price trackers are available:
- iPod shuffle Prices
- iPod nano Prices
- Video iPod Prices
Updated PowerBook and iBook Price Trackers
Monday, December 19 2005 @ 9:32 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our PowerBook Price Tracker and iBook G4 Price Tracker with the latest information on prices, bundles, and availability from Apple's authorized internet/catalog resellers.
Updated PowerBook and iBook Clearance Prices
Monday, December 19 2005 @ 9:32 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our Clearance PowerBook and iBook Price Trackers with all the latest information on prices and availability for refurbished, open-box return, leftover, and used PowerBooks and iBooks from Apple's Authorized Internet/Catalog Resellers.
Refurbished shuffles available from $79
Monday, December 19 2005 @ 9:29 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Reconditioned iPod shuffles available today starting at $79 for the 512MB iPod shuffle. The 1GB iPod shuffle is available for $99. Each model comes with Apple's one-year warranty, and ground shipping is free.
2005 and 2004 12" Apple Refurbished PowerBook G4s available from $1099
Monday, December 19 2005 @ 9:25 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished 12" Aluminum PowerBook G4s available today starting at $1099. Each model comes with an Apple one-year warranty, and ground shipping is free. The following configurations are available:
- 12" 2005 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $1299 ($200 discount over new)
- 12" 2005 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combo: $1199
- 12" 2004 1.33GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $1149
- 12" 2004 1.33GHz PowerBook G4/Combo: $1099
10% off White 30GB iPod videos today; only $270
Monday, December 19 2005 @ 9:22 AM ET | Article Link
Use coupon code TCADVCBN during the checkout process at Target to take 10% off your entire order. Including the discount, White 30GB iPods (in stock again today) are available for $270:
- White 30GB iPod video: $270 (MSRP $299) sku B000A3WS16
Best PowerBook and iBook bundle; 1GB RAM, all-in-one printer, case, MS Office, and more
Monday, December 19 2005 @ 9:21 AM ET | Article Link
Purchase a new PowerBook G4 or iBook G4 at MacMall and receive a free 512MB (iBooks) or 1GB RAM (PowerBooks) upgrade, for a total of 1.0-1.5GB of RAM, after mail-in rebate and a $39.99 installation fee. MacMall will also include an Epson CX4200 all-in-one printer and a carrying case, both for free after applicable mail-in rebates. Finally, use this coupon (PDF form) through January 31st to take 50% off the price of Microsoft Office for Mac when purchased with any Mac system.
Instead of the free RAM upgrade, take up to $150 off the price with this mail-in rebate (PDF) through January 9th. The price discount and RAM upgrade offers cannot be combined. Here are the model numbers -- prices reflect mail-in rebate discount:
- 12" 1.5GHz PowerBook: $1394 sku 194027 $100 discount
- 15" 1.67GHz PowerBook: $1894 sku 683829 $100 discount
- 17" 1.67GHz PowerBook: $2344 sku 683832 $150 discount
- 14" 1.42GHz iBook G4/SuperDrive: $1244 sku 766222 $50 discount
- 12" 1.33GHz iBook G4/Combo: $944 sku 766221 $50 discount
17" early-2005 1.67GHz PowerBook G4 available for $1799
Monday, December 19 2005 @ 9:16 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has new, leftover, early-2005 17" 1.67GHz PowerBooks available for $1799 after a $100 mail-in rebate (PDF form), good through December 31st. Look for item number 5591444. Their price is the lowest we've seen for that model.
20" 2.1GHz iMac G5 (reconditioned) available for $1499; save $200
Monday, December 19 2005 @ 9:04 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has reconditioned 20" 2.1GHz iMac G5s available for $1499. Look for item number 6225227. That represents a $200 savings over new iMac. This is the first reconditioned 2.1GHz iMac we've seen.
iMac G5s available with wireless keyboard and mouse for $39 + up to $75 off MSRP
Monday, December 19 2005 @ 9:02 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has the 1.9GHz iMac G5 available today for $1333 including a free Apple Wireless Keyboard and Wireless Mouse. Look for item number 6125795. Purchased separately, the keyboard and mouse would cost $119, but they're only $39 in this bundle. The 20" 2.1GHz iMac G5 is available for $1733 with the same bundle. Look for item number 6125816.
Use this mail-in rebate (PDF form), good through December 31st, to take $50 off the price of the 1.9GHz model and $75 off the 2.1GHz iMac. This rebate lowers the price of the iMac + bundled keyboard and mouse to $1283 for the 1.9GHz iMac G5 and $1658 for the 20" 2.1GHz model.
Lowest Mac prices this season; up to $200 off MSRP ends on the 20th
Saturday, December 17 2005 @ 10:56 AM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com is offering a mail-in rebate worth up to $200 off the price of a new Mac (PDF form) through December 20th. To qualify for the rebate, you must purchase the Mac from Amazon.com -- not one of their partners (Office Depot, etc.). They'll include a free Apple Mighty Mouse after a $50 mail-in rebate, good though December 31st, with iBooks and Mac minis (details on each product's specifications page), plus a $50 discount on a 512MB iPod shuffle if purchased with a PowerBook (rebate involved). Finally, use this rebate (PDF form) to save 50% on a copy of Microsoft Office for Mac when purchased with a new system, good through Janaury 31st. Including the rebate, prices are as follows:
- 17" 1.67GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $2299.99 MSRP $2499; sku B000ANZ5ES
- 15" 1.67GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $1799.99 MSRP $1999; sku B000ANZ54S
- 12" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combo: $1349.99 MSRP $1499; sku B0007KX4WY
- 14" 1.42GHz iBook G4: $1174.99 MSRP $1299; sku B0009U7XH4
- 12" 1.33GHz iBook G4: $799.99 MSRP $999; sku B0009U7WZM
- 1.42GHz Mac mini/SuperDrive: $619.99 MSRP $699; sku B0009U7YD2
- 1.42GHz Mac mini/Combo: $519.99 MSRP $599; sku B0009U7Y0U
- 1.25GHz Mac mini/Combo: $469.99 MSRP $499; sku B0009U7Y32
- 20" 2.1GHz iMac G5: $1549.99 MSRP $1699; sku B000AO3PH6
- 17" 1.9GHz iMac G5: $1174.99 MSRP $1299; sku B000AO1SN4
- 2.5GHz Power Mac G5: $3099.99 MSRP $3299; sku B0009U7YHI
- 2.3GHz Power Mac G5: $2299.99 MSRP $2499; sku B0009U7YFK
- 2.0GHz Power Mac G5: $1799.99 MSRP $1999; sku B000AO5PF6
All models are in stock today with 24-hour shipping.
Update 12/19:
The price for the 12" iBook has increased by $100 to $899.99 (after rebate).
Who has iPod nanos?
Saturday, December 17 2005 @ 10:34 AM ET | Article Link
Most online iPod Resellers are sold out of 2GB and 4GB iPod nanos. However, two resellers are reporting stock of both Black and White 2GB nanos:
- The Apple Store: $199 with free laser engraving and free ground shipping
- IBuyDigital.com: $199.95
See our iPod nano Price Tracker for more details.
12" 1.2GHz iBook G4/Combo available for $719
Saturday, December 17 2005 @ 10:29 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished 2004 12" 1.2GHz iBook G4/Combos available for $719. An Apple one-year warranty and free ground shipping are included. Their price is the lowest we've seen for that model.
Apple refurbished 14" 1.33GHz iBook G4s available starting at $899
Saturday, December 17 2005 @ 10:26 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished 14" 1.33GHz iBooks available today at prices starting at $899. The 14" 1.33GHz iBook G4/SuperDrive is available for $999, while the 14" 1.33GHz iBook G4/Combo is available for $899. Each model comes with an Apple one-year warranty, and ground shipping is free.
Snag refurbished iPod minis for as low as $179
Saturday, December 17 2005 @ 10:11 AM ET | Article Link
Overstock.com has refurbished 4GB iPod minis in stock today for $179.99. They have refurbished 6GB iPod minis available for $199.99.
Apple offers free overnight shipping on computers through the 21st
Friday, December 16 2005 @ 9:08 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store is offering free overnight shipping on any Mac -- iMac, iBook, PowerBook, Power Mac, and Mac mini -- through December 21st. The offer applies to standard configurations and some custom configurations.
Free next business day shipping applies to computers only, not accessories.
$200 off 12" 1.33GHz iBook plus free Apple Mighty Mouse
Friday, December 16 2005 @ 9:01 AM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com is discounting the 12" 1.33GHz iBook G4/Combo by $200 including and $100 instant rebate (put the iBook into your shopping cart to see the rebate) and a $100 mail-in rebate (PDF form), good through December 20th. They're also including a free Apple Mighty Mouse after a $50 mail-in rebate, good though December 31st (details on each product's specifications page). To qualify for the rebates, you must purchase the Mac from Amazon.com -- not one of their partners (Office Depot, etc.). Including the rebate, prices are as follows:
- 12" 1.33GHz iBook G4: $799.99 MSRP $999; sku B0009U7WZM
Save up to $250 with Apple Refurbished 2005 iBook G4s
Friday, December 16 2005 @ 8:13 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished iBook G4s available today for up to $250 off the price of new models. Each iBook comes with an Apple one-year warranty, and ground shipping is free. The following configurations are available:
- 14" 1.42GHz iBook G4/SuperDrive: $1049 ($250 off)
- 12" 1.33GHz iBook G4/Combo: $799 ($200 off)
Updated PowerBook and iBook Price Trackers
Friday, December 16 2005 @ 8:12 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our PowerBook Price Tracker and iBook G4 Price Tracker with the latest information on prices, bundles, and availability from Apple's authorized internet/catalog resellers.
Updated Desktop Price Trackers
Friday, December 16 2005 @ 8:12 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our iMac G5 Price Tracker, Power Mac G5 Price Tracker, Mac mini Price Tracker, and eMac Price Tracker with the latest information on prices, availability, and bundles from Apple's authorized internet/catalog resellers.
$75 rebate on discounted early-2005 15" PowerBook G4s
Friday, December 16 2005 @ 8:05 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection is offering a mail-in rebate (PDF form) worth up to $75 off the price of discounted, leftover 15" PowerBook G4s. The 15" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combo is available for $1644 after a $50 rebate, while the 15" 1.67GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive is available for $1819 after a $75 rebate. The rebate is good through December 31st, and both models are in stock today.
15" 1.67GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive (reconditioned) available for $1799; save $200
Friday, December 16 2005 @ 8:03 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection continues to report stock of reconditioned late-2005 15" 1.67GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrives for $1799. Look for item number 6206106. That represents a $200 savings over new models.
12" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combo available for $1199
Friday, December 16 2005 @ 8:02 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection continues to report stock of new 12" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combos for $1199 after a $100 mail-in rebate (PDF form), good through December 31st. Look for item number 5591364. Their price is the lowest we've seen for that model.
17" early-2005 1.67GHz PowerBook G4 available for $1999
Friday, December 16 2005 @ 7:22 AM ET | Article Link
Use the following mail-in rebate (PDF form) at Amazon.com through December 20th to take $200 off the price of leftover, early-2005 17" 1.67GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrives. MSRP is $2199, and this coupon lowers the price to $1999.99. Look for item number B0006HU494. Be sure to make your purchase from Amazon.com and not one of their partners.
$75 off 1.42GHz Mac minis plus free Apple Mighty Mouse
Thursday, December 15 2005 @ 1:30 PM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com is discounting 1.42GHz Mac minis by $75 off MSRP via instant rebate plus this $25 mail-in rebate (PDF form), good through December 20th. Amazon will also include an Apple Mighty Mouse for free after rebate, good through December 31st (details available on each mini's specification page). Finally, use this coupon (PDF) to save 50% on Microsoft Office for Mac with your purchase, good through January 31st:
- 1.42GHz Mac mini/SuperDrive: $619.99; sku B0009U7YD2
- 1.42GHz Mac mini/Combo: $519.99; sku B0009U7Y0U
Both models are in stock today with 24-hour shipping.
2GB iPod nanos in stock today for $199 including free shipping and engraving
Thursday, December 15 2005 @ 9:30 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store reports stock of Black and White 2GB iPod nanos today for $199. Free ground shipping and laser engraving are both included. Shipping is estimated at 1-2 business days.
Updated iPod Price Trackers
Thursday, December 15 2005 @ 9:27 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our iPod Price Trackers with the latest information on prices, bundles, and availabilty from over 30 of Apple's Authorized iPod Resellers. The following price trackers are available:
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