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February 2004
OBR 1GHz eMac/Combo available for $556
Sunday, February 29 2004 @ 8:22 AM ET | Article Link
MacZone has open-box return 1GHz eMac/Combos available for $556.48. Look for item number 00144034. That's the lowest price we've seen for a 1GHz eMac.
Clearance 17" PowerBooks starting at $2199
Friday, February 27 2004 @ 12:49 PM ET | Article Link
Several resellers have refurbished, reconditioned, and open-box return 17" PowerBooks available. Prices are as low as $2199. The following models are available:
- The Apple Store : Factory-refurbished 17" 1GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive for $2199; look in Special Deals section
- MacConnection: Reconditioned 17" 1GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive for $2199 (item number 440642). Reconditioned 17" 1.33GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive for $2699 (item number 465378)
- ClubMac: Open-box return 17" 1.33GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $2529.99 (item number 298689)
15" 1.25GHz PowerBook G4 with Combo Drive available for $2324; save $275
Friday, February 27 2004 @ 10:10 AM ET | Article Link
Build-to-order options at The Apple Store allow you to save a few bucks on a new 15" PowerBook. If you're in the market for a 1.25GHz model, you can save $200 by choosing a Combo Drive instead of the standard SuperDrive (no DVD-R). That drops the price to $2399. An 80GB hard drive more than you'd ever need? Replace the 80GB drive with a 60GB model for a $75 savings. That drops the price to $2324. As configured, The Apple Store reports a 1-3 day wait. Total savings? $275.
Week's Best PowerBook Deals
Friday, February 27 2004 @ 10:06 AM ET | Article Link
 Our Week's Best PowerBook Deals returns for Friday the 27th with a breakdown of the lowest PowerBook prices and the best PowerBook bundles from Apple's Authorized Internet/Catalog resellers. Week's Lowest PowerBook Prices
Amazon.com is discounting new PowerBooks by $100 via mail-in rebate through March 13th. Look for a rebate form on each product's specification page. Including the rebate, prices are as follows:
- 17" 1.33GHz PowerBook: $2899
- 15" 1.25GHz PowerBook: $2499
- 15" 1GHz PowerBook: $1899
- 12" 1GHz PowerBook/SuperDrive: $1699
- 12" 1GHz PowerBook/Combo: $1494
Week's Best PowerBook Bundles
(1) MacConnection has all new 12", 15", and 17" PowerBooks in stock today with a free 512MB RAM upgrade, free leather carrying case, plus a free Epson C84 printer. The RAM is free after a $100 mail-in rebate (rebate form on product page) and $39.95 installation fee. Get a free Dicota Multiplus carrying case with the purchase by adding item number 415133 to your shopping cart. Both PowerBook and case must be purchased on the same order (PDF). Finally, an Epson C84 printer is free after mail-in rebate (PDF). Here's what's available:
- 17" 1.33GHz PowerBook/SuperDrive: $2994; sku 4782417
- 15" 1.25GHz PowerBook/SuperDrive: $2594; sku 4782409
- 15" 1GHz PowerBook/Combo: $1994; sku 4782396
- 12" 1GHz PowerBook/SuperDrive: $1794; sku 4782388
- 12" 1GHz PowerBook/Combo: $1594; sku 4782361 (2) MacZone has 15" PowerBook G4s available today including free extra batteries. There are no fees or rebates involved with the bundled batteries -- they're just free. 12" PowerBooks are available with a free AirPort Extreme Card ($40 installation fee required) plus a free carrying case:
- 15" 1.25GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $2594.98; sku 00197322
- 15" 1GHz PowerBook G4/Combo: $1994.98; sku 00197321
- 12" 1GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $1794.98; sku 00197332
- 12" 1GHz PowerBook G4/Combo: $1594.98; sku 00197331
Updated PowerBook Price Trackers
Friday, February 27 2004 @ 8:42 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.
15" 1GHz PowerBook /Combo available with free AirPort Card plus case
Friday, February 27 2004 @ 8:36 AM ET | Article Link
MacZone has the 15" 1GHz PowerBook G4/Combo available for $1994.98 including a free AirPort Extreme Card plus a free carrying case. Look for item number 00197320. There is a $40 installation fee for the AirPort Card.
Leftover iBooks G3s discounted for Education customers
Thursday, February 26 2004 @ 1:39 PM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store for Education has previous-generation iBook/G3s available at discounted prices for students and teachers. The following configurations are available:
- 12" 800MHz iBook/CD: $749 ($50 discount)
- 12" 900MHz iBook/Combo: $799 ($100 discount)
Look in the Special Deals section of the Apple Store for Education.
OBR 15" PowerBook battery available for $94; save $35
Thursday, February 26 2004 @ 10:54 AM ET | Article Link
ClubMac has open-box return batteries available new 15" PowerBooks for $94.99. Look for item number 323404. That represents a $35 savings over new, unopened batteries. They have two units available.
12" 900MHz iBook/Combo available for $899
Thursday, February 26 2004 @ 10:46 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has leftover 12" 900MHz iBook/G3/Combos available for $899. Look in their Special Deals section. These are new, unopened units with the full manufacturer's warranty.
Updated iBook Price Trackers
Thursday, February 26 2004 @ 10:45 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 1GHz 12" PowerBooks available; save $250
Thursday, February 26 2004 @ 10:21 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.
Leftover 12" 800MHz iBook/G3/CDs available for $699 with bundles
Thursday, February 26 2004 @ 10:14 AM ET | Article Link
ClubMac has leftover 12" 800MHz iBook/G3/CDs available for $699.95 after a $40 mail-in rebate. Optional bundles, free after rebates, include a carrying case plus an Epson printer. Look for item number 156611.
Updated Clearance Price Trackers
Wednesday, February 25 2004 @ 9:37 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 13 Mac dealers. We've also updated our Clearance Mac Desktops Price Tracker with the latest information on Power Macs, iMacs, and eMacs.
OBR 15" 1GHz PowerBook G4/Combo available for $1529; save $270
Wednesday, February 25 2004 @ 9:20 AM ET | Article Link
MacZone has open-box return 15" 1GHz PowerBook G4/Combos available for $1529.15. Look for item number 00184161. That represents a $270 savings over unopened units.
Up to $200 instant rebate on Power Mac and Apple Display purchase
Wednesday, February 25 2004 @ 9:02 AM ET | Article Link
MacZone is offering instant rebates up to $200 on the purchase of a new Power Mac G5 plus an Apple 20" or 23" Display. Here are the details:
- $100 Instant Rebate when you purchase any new Power Mac G5/1.6GHz or 1.8GHz with a qualifying Apple 20" or 23" Cinema display
- $100 Instant Rebate when you purchase any new Power Mac G5/2.0GHz DP with an Apple 20" Cinema display
- $200 Instant Rebate when you purchase any new Power Mac G5/2.0GHz DP with an Apple 23" Cinema display
- Qualifying Power Mac and Cinema Display must be purchased on same invoice
- Offer valid on purchased made between 2/24/04 and 3/31/04
14" 1GHz iBook/Combo (reconditioned) available for $1344; save $150
Wednesday, February 25 2004 @ 8:59 AM 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.
15" 1.25GHz PowerBook G4 (refurbished) available for $2099; save $500
Wednesday, February 25 2004 @ 8:35 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has factory-refurbished 15" 1.25GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrives available in their Special Deals section this morning for $2099 (they were out of stock for the past couple of days). That represents a $500 savings over new models, and an Apple one-year warranty applies.
eMacs from Apple for as little as $579
Wednesday, February 25 2004 @ 8:34 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has factory-refurbished eMacs available in their Special Deals section today. The following models are available (all come with a standard Apple one-year warranty):
eMac 1GHz/SuperDrive: $849
eMac 1GHz/Combo: $699
eMac 800MHz/CD: $579
Buy any iMac, PM G5, or Xserve and save up to $700 on memory upgrades
Wednesday, February 25 2004 @ 7:12 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store is offering instant savings on 512MB - 8GB memory upgrades with the purchase of any iMac, Power Mac G5, or Xserve G5. More details are available on The Apple Store's site and include:
- Between February 25, 2004 through March 27, 2004, customers must purchase qualifying Apple product(s) and additional RAM modules (sticks), in either 256MB, 512MB, or 1GB RAM modules (only DDR333 or DDR400 RAM modules qualify).
- This offer is valid while supplies last from the Apple Store online and savings is reflected at checkout.
- Savings will be included in the final purchase price.
- The maximum number of additional RAM modules that can be purchased per computer, is limited to open RAM slots, excluding installed base RAM.
Discounted Apple displays; save up to $100
Tuesday, February 24 2004 @ 5:49 PM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com, ClubMac, and MacMall each have the Apple 17" Studio Display available for $664 -- a $35 discount over standard MSRP. ClubMac and MacMall each have the 23" Cinema Display available for $1894 via an online instant rebate. That's a $100 savings over MSRP.
See our Apple Displays Price Tracker for more information.
OBR 12" 1GHz PowerBook G4/Combo available for $1379; save $220
Tuesday, February 24 2004 @ 12:48 PM ET | Article Link
ClubMac has one open-box return 12" 1GHz PowerBook G4/Combo available for $1379.99. Look for item number 299238. That represents a $220 savings over new, unopened models. They only have one unit available.
OBR 17" 1.33GHz PowerBook available for $2529; save $470
Tuesday, February 24 2004 @ 12:46 PM ET | Article Link
ClubMac has one open-box return 17" 1.33GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive available for $2529.99. Look for item number 298689. That represents a $470 savings over unopened units. They only have one available.
Factory-refurbished AirPort Cards up for grabs
Tuesday, February 24 2004 @ 11:45 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has factory-refurbished AirPort Cards available in their Special Deals section today. They have AirPort Cards available for $59 and AirPort Extreme Cards available for $79.
PowerBook and iBook Classifieds: Sell your machine quickly and safely
Tuesday, February 24 2004 @ 11:11 AM ET | Article Link
Have you purchased one of the new iBook G4s or Aluminum PowerBooks? Looking to unload your old model? Try our PowerBook and iBook Classifieds first. Our classifieds are totally free (no catch), and we have nearly 9000 registered members. We have categories for all the PowerBooks and iBooks, from the newest 1.33GHz screamer to the original Mac Portable. Our classifieds are active, and folks are typically able to buy or sell a laptop quickly and with little fuss. It's a safe haven from the chaos that is eBay.
New today are Featured Ads. For $10 per week, you can upgrade your ad so that it will run at the top of each classified forum for a full week and avoid getting lost in the queue.
Click on over to the classifieds today, get yourself registered, and have fun.
Updated iPod Price Tracker
Monday, February 23 2004 @ 10:31 AM ET | Article Link
 We've updated our iPod Price Tracker with the latest information on prices and availability from 16 resellers. This includes prices and availability for the new 15GB iPod and the iPod mini.
Week's Best iBook Deals
Monday, February 23 2004 @ 10:05 AM ET | Article Link
 Our Week's Best iBook Deals returns today with a breakdown of the lowest iBook prices and the best iBook bundles from Apple's Authorized Internet/Catalog resellers. Week's Lowest iBook Prices
Amazon.com is discounting new iBooks by $100 via mail-in rebate through March 13th. Look for a rebate form on each product's specification page. Including the rebate, prices are as follows:
- 14" 1GHz iBook: $1394
- 14" 933MHz iBook: $1194
- 12" 800MHz iBook: $994
Week's Best iBook Bundles
MacConnection has all three iBook G4 models available today with a free 512MB RAM upgrade. The extra RAM is free after a $100 mail-in rebate (the required RAM rebate form is provided here (PDF). MacConnection will also include a free carrying case plus a free Epson printer -- both are free after mail-in rebates. Here's what's available:
- 12" 800MHz iBook/G4: $1094, sku 4764825
- 14" 933MHz iBook/G4: $1294, sku 4764833
- 14" 1GHz iBook/G4: $1494, sku 4764841
Update 2/24:
MacConnection now charges a $39.95 RAM installation fee.
Updated Clearance Price Trackers
Monday, February 23 2004 @ 9:38 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 13 Mac dealers. We've also updated our Clearance Mac Desktops Price Tracker with the latest information on Power Macs, iMacs, and eMacs.
OBR 14" iBook/G4s available; save up to $210
Monday, February 23 2004 @ 9:27 AM ET | Article Link
ClubMac has open-box return 14" 1GHz iBook/G4s available for $1289.99. Look for item number 343493. That represents a $210 savings over new models. They have one unit available. ClubMac also has open-box return 14" 933MHz iBook G4s available for $1119.99. Look for item number 337155. That's a $180 savings over unopened units. They have two units available.
OBR 12" 867MHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive available for $1199
Monday, February 23 2004 @ 9:21 AM ET | Article Link
ClubMac has open-box return 12" 867MHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrives available for $1199. Look for item number 173595. Add the PowerBook to your shopping cart to see the discounted price. They have two available.
Updated portable and desktop price trackers
Monday, February 23 2004 @ 9:11 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our portable and desktop price trackers at macprices.net with the latest information on prices, bundles, and availability from all of Apple's Authorized Internet/Catalog Resellers. Here is a list of the available price trackers:
Tons of factory-refurbished PowerBooks; each with 1-yr warranty
Monday, February 23 2004 @ 8:24 AM ET | Article Link
 The Apple Store has several factory-refurbished PowerBooks available today in their Special Deals section. Each model comes with a standard Apple one-year warranty, just like new models. Here's what they have:
- 12" 867MHz PowerBook G4/Combo: $1199
- 12" 867MHz PowerBook/SuperDrive: $1399
- 12" 1GHz PowerBook/Combo: $1349
- 15" 867MHz Titanium PowerBook G4/Combo: $1499
- 12" 1GHz PowerBook/SuperDrive: $1549
- 15" 1GHz PowerBook/SuperDrive: $1699
- 15" 1GHz Titanium PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $1899
- 15" 1.25GHz PowerBook/SuperDrive: $2099
- 17" 1GHz PowerBook: $2199
- 17" 1.33GHz PowerBook: $2499
Breathing New Life into an Old PowerBook
Saturday, February 21 2004 @ 4:01 PM ET | Article Link
by Noah Kravitz
Last November I wrote about the then-new line of iBook G4s and my newfound lust for upgrading. I even went so far as to put my trusty PowerBook on ebay to see what I could get for it: Had the high bid come in a few hundred dollars higher, I would have said a fond farewell to my TiBook and a grand hello to a faster and sturdier, if smaller, iBook. Alas, the market didn't bear out for me and I realized that 500 mhz of G4 power could certainly tide me over for another year or so. Of course last week I had to go and drop my PowerBook on the hardwood floor in my living room and the term "forced upgrade" almost became a new part of my vocabulary. The case cracked in two places (along the lighter grey plastic around the headphone jack and under the screen) but no internal damage was done. Maybe it was my TiBook's way of letting me know the iBook ain't so tough, after all. Read More...
OBR PowerBook batteries available for $94; save $35
Saturday, February 21 2004 @ 7:50 AM ET | Article Link
ClubMac has open-box return batteries available for 12" and 15" PowerBooks for $94.99. Look for item number 323404 for 15" PowerBooks (only one available) and item number 341773 for 12" PowerBooks (only one available). Each represents a $35 savings over new, unopened batteries.
12" 867MHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive (reconditioned) available for $1249
Saturday, February 21 2004 @ 7:46 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has reconditioned 12" 867MHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrives available for $1249. Look for item number 437017.
Week's Best PowerBook Deals
Friday, February 20 2004 @ 9:52 AM ET | Article Link
Our Week's Best PowerBook Deals returns today with a breakdown of the lowest PowerBook prices and the best PowerBook bundles from Apple's Authorized Internet/Catalog resellers. Week's Lowest PowerBook Prices
Amazon.com is discounting new PowerBooks by $100 via mail-in rebate through March 13th. Look for a rebate form on each product's specification page. Including the rebate, prices are as follows:
- 17" 1.33GHz PowerBook: $2899
- 15" 1.25GHz PowerBook: $2499
- 15" 1GHz PowerBook: $1899
- 12" 1GHz PowerBook/SuperDrive: $1699
- 12" 1GHz PowerBook/Combo: $1494
Week's Best PowerBook Bundles
(1) MacConnection has all new 12", 15", and 17" PowerBooks in stock today with a free 512MB RAM upgrade, free leather carrying case, plus a free Epson C84 printer. The RAM is free after a $100 mail-in rebate (PDF). Get a free Port carrying case with the purchase by adding item number 250183 to your shopping cart. Both PowerBook and case must be purchased on the same order and all requests must be postmarked by 2/29/04 (PDF). Finally, an Epson C84 printer is free after mail-in rebate (PDF). Here's what's available:
- 17" 1.33GHz PowerBook/SuperDrive: $2994; sku 4782417
- 15" 1.25GHz PowerBook/SuperDrive: $2594; sku 4782409
- 15" 1GHz PowerBook/Combo: $1994; sku 4782396
- 12" 1GHz PowerBook/SuperDrive: $1794; sku 4782388
- 12" 1GHz PowerBook/Combo: $1594; sku 4782361 (2) MacZone has 15" PowerBook G4s available today including free extra batteries. There are no fees or rebates involved with the bundled batteries -- they're just free. 12" PowerBooks are available with a free AirPort Extreme Card ($40 installation fee required) plus a free carrying case:
- 15" 1.25GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $2594.98; sku 00197322
- 15" 1GHz PowerBook G4/Combo: $1994.98; sku 00197321
- 12" 1GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $1794.98; sku 00197332
- 12" 1GHz PowerBook G4/Combo: $1594.98; sku 00197331
Update 2/24:
MacConnection now charges a $39.95 RAM installation fee.
Leftover 12" 800MHz iBook/CD available for $699 with printer
Friday, February 20 2004 @ 9:26 AM ET | Article Link
MacZone has leftover 12" 800MHz iBook/CDs now available for $699.97 including a free (after rebate) Epson C84 printer. Look for item number 00184124.
OBR 12" 867MHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive available for $1198
Friday, February 20 2004 @ 8:48 AM ET | Article Link
MacZone has open-box return 12" 867MHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrives available this morning for $1198.89. Look for item number 00184127. That's among the lowest prices we've seen for that model.
OBR 12" 800MHz iBook/G4 available for $930; save $169
Friday, February 20 2004 @ 8:43 AM ET | Article Link
MacZone has open-box return 12" 800MHz iBook/G4s available for $930.97. Look for item number 00197235. That represents a $169 savings over unopened units.
OBR 17" 1GHz PowerBook G4 available for $2053
Friday, February 20 2004 @ 8:40 AM ET | Article Link
MacZone has open-box return 17" 1GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrives available for $2053.60. Look for item number 00169634. That's the lowest price we've seen for a 17" PowerBook.
OBR 15" PowerBook G4s (AlBooks) available; save up to $410
Friday, February 20 2004 @ 8:32 AM ET | Article Link
ClubMac has open-box return 15" PowerBook G4s available today. They have the 15" 1.25GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive available for $2189.99 (item number 296324--two units available), for a $410 savings over new models, and the 15" 1GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive available for $1679.99 (item number 297872 -- two units available).
MacZone has OBR 1.25GHz 15" PowerBooks available for $2294.97. Look for item number 00252707. OBR 15" 1GHz PowerBook G4/Combos are available for $1794.97 -- item number 00184161.
15" 1.25GHz PowerBook G4 (refurbished) available for $2099; save $500
Friday, February 20 2004 @ 8:27 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has factory-refurbished 15" 1.25GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrives available in their Special Deals section this morning for $2099. That represents a $500 savings over new models, and an Apple one-year warranty applies.
Factory-refurbished iBook G3s available with 1-yr warranties
Friday, February 20 2004 @ 7:05 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" 800MHz iBook/CD: $749
- 12" 900MHz iBook/Combo: $849
- 14" 900MHz iBook/Combo: $999
Review: Belkin TuneCast Wireless Audio Adapter
Thursday, February 19 2004 @ 2:26 PM ET | Article Link
by Noah Kravitz
To be fair, Belkin's new and improved TuneCast II should be available any day now. That being said, don't spend your money on the original TuneCast. I got impulsed into dropping 22 of my dollars on the TuneCast after I spied a dealnews item about it being on sale at HSN.com. Dealnews and Home Shopping Network did their part -- a brand new TuneCast arrived at my apartment less than a week after I ordered it. Only problem is, it doesn't work very well. Read More...
12" 867MHz PowerBook G4/Combo (refurbished) available for $1199
Thursday, February 19 2004 @ 2:03 PM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has factory-refurbished 12" 867MHz PowerBook G4/Combos available for $1199 in their Special Deals section today. A one-year Apple warranty is included.
Clearance Mac Desktops price tracker returns; updates from 13 Mac dealers
Thursday, February 19 2004 @ 1:20 PM ET | Article Link
We've resurrected and updated our Clearance Mac Desktops Price Tracker with all the latest information on prices and availability for refurbished, open-box return, leftover, and used Power Macs, iMacs, and eMacs from 13 Mac dealers.
iPod mini available with free bundles
Thursday, February 19 2004 @ 11:13 AM ET | Article Link
Several resellers are offering the new iPod mini with free bundles. They are as follows:
- ClubMac and MacMall: Spin-45 stereo speakers. Free after mail-in rebate.
- MacConnection: Labtec speakers. No rebate required.
- J&R: Free Monster cable iSplitter. No rebate required.
15" PowerBooks: Free extra battery with purchase; no rebates
Thursday, February 19 2004 @ 10:49 AM ET | Article Link
 MacZone has 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 portable and desktop price trackers
Thursday, February 19 2004 @ 9:26 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our portable and desktop price trackers at macprices.net with the latest information on prices, bundles, and availability from all of Apple's Authorized Internet/Catalog Resellers. Here is a list of the available price trackers (all were updated this morning):
Deal Alert! OBR 12" 800MHz iBook/CD available for $599
Thursday, February 19 2004 @ 8:58 AM ET | Article Link
ClubMac has open-box return 12" 800MHz iBook/CDs available for $599.95 after their online instant rebate. Look for item number 188336. Add the iBook to your shopping cart to see this reduced price. They only have two units available, so they're likely to sell out fast.
Update:
Sold out!
Factory-refurbished Power Mac G5s available today; save up to $600
Thursday, February 19 2004 @ 7:03 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has factory-refurbished Power Mac G5s available today in their Special Deals section. They have the DP1.8GHz PM G5 available for $1999 and the 2.0GHz model is available for $2399 -- a $600 savings over new models. The 1.6GHz G5 is available for $1399. Each comes with a standard Apple one-year warranty, just like new units, and all three are in stock this morning.
Update:
All three models have now sold out.
PowerBookResQ TiBook Screen Hinge Replacement now $399
Wednesday, February 18 2004 @ 8:11 PM ET | Article Link
MacResQ has lowered the price for their PowerBookResQ TiBook Screen Hinge Replacement service by $100 to $399. "We'll replace the broken hinge (or both if it needs it!)."
Legacy iBook G3s (Dual boot, OSX/OS 9 configurations) still available
Wednesday, February 18 2004 @ 8:08 PM 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.
iBook G4s available with free 512MB RAM upgrade plus more
Wednesday, February 18 2004 @ 8:05 PM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has all three iBook G4 models available today with a free 512MB RAM upgrade. The extra RAM is free after a $100 mail-in rebate. MacConnection will also include a free Port carrying case plus a free Epson printer -- both are free after mail-in rebates. Here's what's available:
- 12" 800MHz iBook/G4: $1094, sku 4764825
- 14" 933MHz iBook/G4: $1294, sku 4764833
- 14" 1GHz iBook/G4: $1494, sku 4764841
The required RAM rebate form is provided here (PDF).
Leftover 1.8GHz Power Mac G5 available for $1899 with 1.5GB RAM
Wednesday, February 18 2004 @ 8:01 PM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has leftover single-processor 1.8GHz Power Mac G5s available for $1899 including a free 1GB RAM upgrade, for a total of 1.5GB of RAM, plus a free Epson C84 printer. Look for item number 453236. The extra RAM is free after a $150 mail-in rebate (PDF), and the printer is also free after rebate.
OBR 1.8GHz Power Mac G5 available for $1699
Wednesday, February 18 2004 @ 9:27 AM ET | Article Link
MacResQ has open-box return single-processor 1.8GHz Power Mac G5s available for $1699.99. Look for item number P010053. An Apple one-year warranty applies, as does a 15-day full refund policy (30 days for store credit).
Reconditioned 14" iBook G4s available; save up to $150
Wednesday, February 18 2004 @ 8:56 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has reconditioned 14" iBook G4s available today. The have the 14" 1GHz iBook G4 available for $1344 (item number 473360), the 14" 933MHz iBook/G4 available for $1149 (item number 4738504). Each represents a $150 savings over new models.
Factory-refurbished 17" PowerBooks available; save up to $500
Wednesday, February 18 2004 @ 8:53 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.
Updated Power Mac Price Trackers
Wednesday, February 18 2004 @ 8:47 AM 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.
Free upgrade to 1.5GB RAM with Power Mac G5s
Wednesday, February 18 2004 @ 8:46 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has 1.8GHz and 2.0GHz Power Mac G5s available including free 1GB RAM upgrades for a total of 1.5GB of RAM. The RAM is free after a $150 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 dual-processor 1.8GHz model. The PM G5/1.6 is available with an extra 512MB of RAM -- look for item number 453235 -- after a $100 mail-in rebate.
17" 1.33GHz PowerBook (reconditioned) available for $2699; save $300
Tuesday, February 17 2004 @ 1:15 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.
OBR 14" 933MHz iBook/G4 available for $1119; save $180
Tuesday, February 17 2004 @ 1:10 PM ET | Article Link
ClubMac has one open-box return 14" 933MHz iBook G4 available for $1119.99. Look for item number 337155. That's a $180 savings over unopened units. They only have one available.
Leftover 12" 867MHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrives available for $1349
Tuesday, February 17 2004 @ 1:07 PM ET | Article Link
ClubMac has leftover 12" 867MHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrives available for $1349. Look for item number 115018. Available bundles include a free printer plus a free top-loading carrying case ($29.95 mail-in rebate). They have 201 units in stock.
Updated iPod Price Tracker
Tuesday, February 17 2004 @ 11:10 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our iPod Price Tracker with the latest information on prices and availability from 16 resellers. This includes prices and availability for the new 15GB iPod and the iPod mini.
Updated iMac and eMac Price Trackers
Tuesday, February 17 2004 @ 11:00 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our iMac Price Tracker and eMac Price Tracker with the latest information on prices, availability, and bundles from all of Apple's authorized internet/catalog resellers.
1GHz eMac/Combo (reconditioned) available for $644; save $150
Tuesday, February 17 2004 @ 10:57 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
Tuesday, February 17 2004 @ 9:17 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 13 Mac dealers.
Factory-refurbished iBook G3s available with 1-yr warranties
Tuesday, February 17 2004 @ 9:13 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has a couple of 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" 800MHz iBook/CD: $749
- 12" 900MHz iBook/Combo: $849
Leftover 12" 867MHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive available for $1294
Tuesday, February 17 2004 @ 9:07 AM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com has one leftover 12" 867MHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive available for $1294. That's the lowest price we've seen for that model, and it's not likely to last very long. There is only one available.
Update: Sold out!
Updated iBook Price Trackers
Tuesday, February 17 2004 @ 9:03 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 PowerBook G4 Price Trackers
Tuesday, February 17 2004 @ 9:03 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 Power Mac G5 Price Tracker
Monday, February 16 2004 @ 8:56 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 15" PowerBooks (AlBooks) available today; save up to $500
Monday, February 16 2004 @ 8:34 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.
$100 discount on new PowerBooks and iBooks though March 13th
Monday, February 16 2004 @ 8:18 AM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com is discounting new PowerBooks and iBooks by $100 via mail-in rebate through March 13th. Look for a rebate form on each product's specification page. Including the rebate, prices are as follows:
- 17" 1.33GHz PowerBook: $2899
- 15" 1.25GHz PowerBook: $2499
- 15" 1GHz PowerBook: $1899
- 12" 1GHz PowerBook/SuperDrive: $1699
- 12" 1GHz PowerBook/Combo: $1494
- 14" 1GHz iBook: $1394
- 14" 933MHz iBook: $1194
- 12" 800MHz iBook: $994
These prices are the lowest we've seen from any Apple Authorized Internet/Catalog Reseller.
$5 off iPodResQ's battery replacement service
Sunday, February 15 2004 @ 11:58 AM ET | Article Link
Use coupon code 24HOUR during checkout through February 17th to receive a $5 discount on MacResQ's $79 iPodResQ battery replacement service. According to MacResQ, "This new service is the only 24 hour iPod repair and battery replacement service of it's kind. It includes our new iBox, which we send overnight to the customer, return overnight courier service of the iPod to our service center, same day battery replacement or repair and overnight shipping of the iPod back to the customer."
Discounted 20GB and 40GB iPods
Sunday, February 15 2004 @ 9:01 AM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com has 20GB and 40GB iPods discounted by as much as $36 for a limited time. These are instant discounts applicable when you add an iPod to your shopping cart. With the discount, the 20GB iPod is available for $370.04, and the 40GB iPod is available for $463.14.
2.0GHz Power Mac G5 available with free upgrade to 1.5GB RAM plus printer
Sunday, February 15 2004 @ 8:56 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has the 2.0GHz Power Mac G5 available today for $2994 including a free 1GB RAM upgrade for a total of 1.5GB of RAM. Look for item number 453237. The extra RAM is free after a $150 mail-in rebate (PDF). Also free, after mail-in rebate, is your choice of an Epson C84 or Lexmark Z705 printer.
Factory-refurbished AirPort Cards available
Sunday, February 15 2004 @ 8:34 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has factory-refurbished AirPort Cards available in their Special Deals section today. They have AirPort Cards available for $59 and AirPort Extreme Cards available for $79.
Last Chance: $30 off $299 or more at The Apple Store
Friday, February 13 2004 @ 9:12 PM ET | Article Link
Use coupon code KQYUV9U97W at The Apple Store through February 14th and receive $30 off your purchase of $299 or more. This includes new systems. Offer ends midnight Saturday.
Update 2/15:
Promotion has ended.
15" 1.25GHz PowerBook G4 with Combo Drive available for $2324; save $275
Friday, February 13 2004 @ 9:10 PM ET | Article Link
Build-to-order options at The Apple Store allow you to save a few bucks on a new 15" PowerBook. If you're in the market for a 1.25GHz model, you can save $200 by choosing a Combo Drive instead of the standard SuperDrive. That drops the price to $2399. An 80GB hard drive more than you'd ever need? Replace the 80GB drive with a 60GB model for a $75 savings. That drops the price to $2324. As configured, The Apple Store reports a 5-7 day wait. Total savings? $275.
Save $100 on a new iBook at The Apple Store
Friday, February 13 2004 @ 9:07 PM ET | Article Link
You can order a new iBook at The Apple Store without a Combo Drive and save $100. By deleting the Combo Drive in favor of a CD-ROM Drive, as a build-to-order option, the price will automatically decrease by $100. Use this option only if you have no plans to burn CDs, or if you already have an external CD burner. As configured, the shipping time is 1-3 days.
17" 1GHz PowerBook available for $2499 with 1GB RAM, case, printer, security lock
Friday, February 13 2004 @ 3:57 PM 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 or Lexmark 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 15" 1.25GHz PowerBook available for $2189; save $409
Friday, February 13 2004 @ 3:13 PM ET | Article Link
ClubMac has one open-box return 15" 1.25GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive available for $2189.99. Look for item number 296324. That represents a $409 savings over unopened models. They only have one available.
15" 1GHz PowerBook /Combo available with free AirPort Card plus case
Friday, February 13 2004 @ 2:04 PM ET | Article Link
MacZone has the 15" 1GHz PowerBook G4/Combo available for $1994.98 including a free AirPort Extreme Card plus a free carrying case. Look for item number 00197320. There is a $40 installation fee for the AirPort Card.
PowerBooks available with free 512MB RAM upgrade, printer, & case
Friday, February 13 2004 @ 1:34 PM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has all new 12", 15", and 17" PowerBooks in stock today with a free 512MB RAM upgrade, free leather carrying case, plus your choice of a free printer. The RAM is free after a $100 mail-in rebate (PDF). Get a free Port carrying case with the purchase by adding item number 250183 to your shopping cart. Both PowerBook and case must be purchased on the same order and all requests must be postmarked by 2/29/04 (PDF). Finally, a free Lexmark Z705 printer is available (PDF), when on the same order before April 3rd. If you'd rather substitute a free Epson C84 printer, you can do that, too, after rebate (PDF). Here's what's available:
- 17" 1.33GHz PowerBook/SuperDrive: $2994; sku 4782417
- 17" 1GHz PowerBook/SuperDrive: $2499; sku 4783129
- 15" 1.25GHz PowerBook/SuperDrive: $2594; sku 4782409
- 15" 1GHz PowerBook/Combo: $1994; sku 4782396
- 12" 1GHz PowerBook/SuperDrive: $1794; sku 4782388
- 12" 1GHz PowerBook/Combo: $1594; sku 4782361
12" PowerBooks available with free AirPort Extreme Card plus case
Friday, February 13 2004 @ 1:33 PM ET | Article Link
MacZone has both 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.
Updated Power Mac G5 Price Tracker
Friday, February 13 2004 @ 9:06 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.
12" 867MHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive (reconditioned) available for $1249
Friday, February 13 2004 @ 8:41 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection once again has reconditioned 12" 867MHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrives available for $1249. Look for item number 437017.
Leftover 12" 800MHz iBook/G3/CDs available for $699 with bundles
Friday, February 13 2004 @ 8:35 AM ET | Article Link
ClubMac has leftover 12" 800MHz iBook/G3/CDs now available for $699.95 - a $100 price drop. Optional bundles, free after rebates, include a carrying case plus your choice of an Epson or Lexmark printer. Look for item number 156611.
Factory-refurbished Titanium PowerBook G4s
Friday, February 13 2004 @ 7:10 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has factory-refurbished Titanium PowerBook G4s available in their Special Deals section today. Each comes with a standard Apple one-year warranty. Here's what's available:
- 15" 1GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive : $1899
- 15" 867MHz PowerBook G4/Combo: $1499
Updated iPod Price Tracker
Thursday, February 12 2004 @ 9:34 PM ET | Article Link
We've updated our iPod Price Tracker with the latest information on prices and availability from 17 resellers. This includes prices and availability for the new 15GB iPod and the iPod mini.
OBR 12" 1GHz PowerBook G4/Combo available for $1379; save $220
Thursday, February 12 2004 @ 11:18 AM ET | Article Link
ClubMac has one open-box return 12" 1GHz PowerBook G4/Combo available for $1379.99. Look for item number 299238. That represents a $220 savings over new, unopened models. They only have one unit available.
12" 867MHz PowerBook G4/Combo available for $1199
Thursday, February 12 2004 @ 10:51 AM ET | Article Link
CompUSA has the 12" 867MHz PowerBook G4/Combo (used) available for $1199.99. Look for item number 300553. This is an internet-only special.
Virginia Tech G5s available for $2799 with 1GB of RAM
Thursday, February 12 2004 @ 10:13 AM ET | Article Link
MacMall has Apple-refurbished 2.0GHz Power Mac G5s that were part of Virginia Tech's supercomputer available for $2799. Each comes with 1GB of installed RAM and Mac OS 10.3. Information is available on their main page.
Updated iMac and eMac Price Trackers
Thursday, February 12 2004 @ 10:04 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our iMac Price Tracker and eMac Price Tracker with the latest information on prices, availability, and bundles from all of Apple's authorized internet/catalog resellers.
Leftover 15" 800MHz iMac/Combo available for $999 with extra 512MB RAM
Thursday, February 12 2004 @ 9:49 AM ET | Article Link
ClubMac has leftover 15" 800MHz iMac/Combos now available for $999 including a free 512MB RAM upgrade ($40 installation fee required) plus a free (after rebate) printer. Look for item number 132750. They still have 202 units available.
$50 discount on new PowerBooks and iBooks for a limited time
Thursday, February 12 2004 @ 7:43 AM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com is discounting new PowerBooks and iBooks by $50 via an instant rebate. Add a laptop to your shopping cart to see the reduced price. With the exception of 14" iBooks, all models are in stock today. Including the rebate, prices are as follows:
- 17" 1.33GHz PowerBook: $2949
- 15" 1.25GHz PowerBook: $2549
- 15" 1GHz PowerBook: $1949
- 12" 1GHz PowerBook/SuperDrive: $1749
- 12" 1GHz PowerBook/Combo: $1544
- 14" 1GHz iBook: $1444
- 14" 933MHz iBook: $1244
- 12" 800MHz iBook: $1044
17" 1GHz PowerBook G4 available for $2499 with 1GB of RAM plus more
Thursday, February 12 2004 @ 7:32 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has leftover 17" 1GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrives available for $2499 including a free 512MB RAM upgrade. Look for item number 4783129. The extra RAM is free after a $100 mail-in rebate (PDF). Other available bundles, all free after rebates, include a free carrying case plus your choice of a free Epson or Lexmark printer.
Factory-refurbished Power Mac G5s available today; save up to $600
Thursday, February 12 2004 @ 7:28 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has factory-refurbished Power Mac G5s available today in their Special Deals section. They have the 1.8GHz PM G5 available for $1699 and the dual-processor 1.8GHz PM G5 available for $1999 (a $500 savings). 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.
Reconditioned iBook G4s appear on the scene; save up to $150
Wednesday, February 11 2004 @ 4:11 PM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has reconditioned iBook G4s available today. The have the 14" 1GHz iBook G4 available for $1344 (item number 473360), the 14" 933MHz iBook/G4 available for $1149 (item number 4738504), and the 12" 800MHz iBook/G4 available for $949 (item number 4738467). Each represents a $150 savings over new models.
Build-your-own G5 and save up to $229
Wednesday, February 11 2004 @ 10:25 AM ET | Article Link
Build-to-order options at The Apple Store allow you to save up to $229 on the price of a new Power Mac G5. By choosing to delete the internal 56k modem, you can save $29. Choosing an internal Combo Drive, as opposed to a SuperDrive, will save you another $200. Use this option if you have no intention of burning DVDs. For the dual-processor 1.8GHz Power Mac G5, this reduces the price from $2499 to $2270. So equipped, the current shipping estimate is 3-5 days.
Updated Clearance PowerBook and iBook Price Tracker
Wednesday, February 11 2004 @ 9:42 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 13 Mac dealers.
OBR 12" 1GHz PowerBook/SuperDrive available for $1549; save $250
Wednesday, February 11 2004 @ 9:39 AM ET | Article Link
ClubMac has open-box return 12" 1GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrives available for $1549.99. Look for item number 302764. That represents a $250 savings over unopened units. They have two available.
Updated PowerBook Price Trackers
Wednesday, February 11 2004 @ 9:30 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
Wednesday, February 11 2004 @ 9:30 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 12" 800MHz iBook/G4 available for $930; save $169
Wednesday, February 11 2004 @ 9:24 AM ET | Article Link
MacZone has open-box return 12" 800MHz iBook/G4s available for $930.97. Look for item number 00197235. That represents a $169 savings over unopened units.
14" 1GHz iBook/Combo (reconditioned) available for $1344; save $150
Tuesday, February 10 2004 @ 8:52 AM 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.
12" 800MHz iBook/G4 (reconditioned) available today for $949; save $150
Tuesday, February 10 2004 @ 8:51 AM 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.
15" 1.25GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive (reconditioned) available today for $1999; save $600
Tuesday, February 10 2004 @ 8:50 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. Whenever these units are listed, they sell out quickly.
Update:
Sold out!
Reminder: $30 off $299 or more at The Apple Store
Tuesday, February 10 2004 @ 8:47 AM ET | Article Link
Use coupon code KQYUV9U97W at The Apple Store through February 14th and receive $30 off your purchase of $299 or more.
Factory-refurbished iBook G3s available with 1-yr warranties
Tuesday, February 10 2004 @ 8:46 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" 800MHz iBook/CD: $749
- 12" 900MHz iBook/Combo: $849
- 14" 900MHz iBook/Combo: $999
Updated portable and desktop price trackers
Monday, February 9 2004 @ 9:21 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our portable and desktop price trackers at macprices.net with the latest information on prices, bundles, and availability from all of Apple's Authorized Internet/Catalog Resellers. Here is a list of the available price trackers: | 
Amazon.com has new iPods discounted by as much as $36. These are instant discounts applicable when you add an iPod to your shopping cart. Here's what they have:
