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February 2005
Kensington Slim Type Keyboard for Mac
Monday, February 28 2005 @ 7:18 PM ET | Article Link
by Noah Kravitz
Kensington's Slim Type Keyboard for Mac is a compact, stylish alternative to Apple's own keyboards that's particularly well-suited to laptop users and other space-conscious Mac owners. Kensington is currently offering the keyboard as part of a $39.99 Mac mini Keyboard/Mouse set, which represents a great value for the new mini owner. The keyboard sports a small footprint and keys built on Kensington's "low-travel, scissor-switch technology," which are reminiscent of a laptop keyboard's shallow depth. Read More...
15" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combo available today w/free upgrade to 1GB RAM
Monday, February 28 2005 @ 9:49 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has the new 15" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combo in stock today for $1994 including a free 512MB RAM upgrade for a total of 1GB of RAM. Look for item number 5638089. There is a $129 mail-in rebate associated with the extra RAM, but there is no installation fee. Also free, after mail-in rebates, are an Epson printer plus a Saddleback Pro carrying case.
Leftover 12" 1.33GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive available for $1499 including iLife '05
Monday, February 28 2005 @ 9:44 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has new, leftover, previous-generation 12" 1.33GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrives available for $1499 including iLife '05 bundled for free. Look in the Sale section of their Special Deals section. Shipping is available in 3-5 days.
Updated PowerBook and iBook Price Trackers
Monday, February 28 2005 @ 9:42 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our PowerBook Price Trackers (17" PowerBooks | 15" PowerBooks | 12" PowerBooks) and iBook Price Trackers (14" iBooks | 12" iBooks) with the latest information on prices, bundles, and availability from Apple's authorized internet/catalog resellers.
Updated Desktop Price Trackers
Monday, February 28 2005 @ 9:42 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 most of Apple's authorized internet/catalog resellers.
Updated Clearance Price Trackers
Monday, February 28 2005 @ 9:41 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 14 Mac dealers. We've also updated our Clearance Mac Desktops Price Tracker with the latest information on Power Macs, iMacs, minis, and eMacs.
AirPort Express available for $99; save $30
Monday, February 28 2005 @ 9:36 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Reconditioned AirPort Express Base Stations available today for $99. That represents a $30 savings over new models. An Apple one-year warranty is included.
23" Apple Aluminum Display (reconditioned) available for $1499; save $300
Monday, February 28 2005 @ 9:34 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Reconditioned 23" Apple Aluminum DVI Flat-Panel Displays available today for $1499. That represents a $300 savings over new models. An Apple one-year warranty is included.
The 30" Display (reconditioned) is available for $2599.
10% to 15% off portable accessories with iBook purchase
Monday, February 28 2005 @ 9:29 AM ET | Article Link
Purchase any iBook at Best Buy and receive 10%-15% off notebook accessories, such as cases, mice, security items, batteries, and more, including Apple products. Save 10% on any 3 items and 15% on any 4 items when you add them to your shopping cart along with an iBook. More details are available on each iBook's specification page. The 12" 1.2GHz iBook G4 is available for $999.99, the 14" 1.33GHz iBook G4/SuperDrive is available for $1499.99, and the 14" 1.33GHz iBook G4/Combo is available for $1299.99. All three models are in stock today.
20GB iPod available with free $10 iTunes gift card
Monday, February 28 2005 @ 9:23 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has 20GB iPods available for $294 including a free $10 iTunes gift certificate. Look for item number 5282385.
Save $200 with OBR 1.25GHz eMacs; starting at $594
Monday, February 28 2005 @ 9:11 AM ET | Article Link
MacZone has open-box return 1.25GHz eMacs available for a $200 discount over new models. The 1.25GHz eMac/Combo is available for $594.97 (item number 00390049), while the 1.25GHz eMac/SuperDrive is available for $794.97 (item number 00390052). Those are the lowest prices we've seen for 1.25GHz eMacs.
Up to $150 off Power Macs and iMacs through March 15th
Monday, February 28 2005 @ 9:03 AM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com is discounting new Power Macs and iMacs by as much as $150 via mail-in rebate through March 15, 2005. Mail-in rebate forms can be found on each product's specification page or on the price trackers at macprices.net. To qualify for the rebate, you must purchase the Mac from Amazon.com -- not one of their partners (Office Depot, etc.). Including the rebates, prices are as follows:
$150 rebate:
- DP1.8GHz Power Mac G5: $1844.99 MSRP $1999
- DP2.0GHz Power Mac G5: $2344.99 MSRP $2499
- DP2.5GHz Power Mac G5: $2844.99 MSRP $2999
$100 rebate:
- 1.8GHz Power Mac G5: $1399.99 MSRP $1499
- 20" 1.8GHz iMac G5: $1794.99 MSRP $1899
- 17" 1.8GHz iMac G5: $1394.99 MSRP $1499
- 17" 1.6GHz iMac G5: $1224.99 MSRP $1324
All models are listed with 2-3 day shipping. Their prices are the lowest we've seen from any Apple Authorized Internet/Catalog Reseller.
OBR 17" 1.8GHz iMac G5 available for $1279; save $220
Monday, February 28 2005 @ 8:57 AM ET | Article Link
MacMall has open-box return 17" 1.8GHz iMac G5s available for $1279.99. Look for item number 517483. That represents a $220 savings over unopened units.
Blue and Pink 6GB iPod minis in stock today w/engraving
Monday, February 28 2005 @ 8:53 AM ET | Article Link
ClubMac has Blue and Pink 6GB iPod minis in stock today for $244 including free laser engraving.
Discounted Apple Cinema Displays; save up to $120
Monday, February 28 2005 @ 8:50 AM ET | Article Link
ClubMac has some Apple Cinema Displays discounted up to $120 off MSRP via instant rebate. The 23" Apple Cinema Display is available for $1729.99 ($70 discount), while the 30" Apple Cinema Display is available for $2879.99 ($120 discount). Both units are in stock today.
1GB iPod shuffle in stock today
Monday, February 28 2005 @ 8:39 AM ET | Article Link
Circuit City is reporting stock of 1GB iPod shuffles today for $149.99. Ground shipping is free.
$150-$100 discount on new iBook G4s.
Sunday, February 27 2005 @ 10:07 AM ET | Article Link
 Amazon.com is offering a $150-$100 mail-in rebate on new iBook G4s through March 15, 2005. Mail-in rebate forms can be found on each product's specification page or on the price trackers at macprices.net. To qualify for the rebate, you must purchase the Mac from Amazon.com -- not one of their partners (Office Depot, etc.). Including the rebates, prices are as follows:
$150 rebate:
- 14" 1.33GHz iBook G4/SuperDrive: $1349.99 MSRP $1499
- 14" 1.33GHz iBook G4/Combo: $1149.99 MSRP $1299
$100 rebate:
- 12" 1.2GHz iBook G4/Combo: $894.99 MSRP $999
All three models are available with 2-3 day shipping. Their prices are the lowest we've seen from any Apple Authorized Internet/Catalog Reseller.
512MB iPod shuffle in stock today
Sunday, February 27 2005 @ 9:59 AM ET | Article Link
ABT Electronics has 512MB iPod shuffles in stock today for $99.
Keep an eye on our iPod shuffle price tracker -- it's updated daily on weekdays.
10% off entire order at Target, including iPods and accessories
Saturday, February 26 2005 @ 11:34 AM ET | Article Link
Use coupon code TCVSASAVETEN during the checkout process at Target to receive 10% off your entire order, including iPods and iPod accessories. Offer is good through June 30th.
Updated iPod Price Trackers; new models
Saturday, February 26 2005 @ 11:26 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our iPod Price Trackers with the latest information on prices, bundles, and availabilty from over 27 of Apple's Authorized iPod Resellers. The following price trackers are available:
- iPod shuffle Prices
- iPod Prices
- iPod photo Prices
- iPod mini Prices
17" 1.5GHz PowerBook available for $1999
Saturday, February 26 2005 @ 8:41 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Reconditioned 17" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrives available again today for $1999. An Apple one-year warranty is included.
Update 2/27:
Sold out!
12" 1.2GHz iBook G4 (reconditioned) available for $849; save $150
Saturday, February 26 2005 @ 8:39 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Reconditioned 12" 1.2GHz iBook G4/Combos available today for $849. That's a $150 savings over new models. An Apple one-year warranty is included.
Update 2/27:
Sold out!
Apple restocks reconditioned iMac G5s; save up to $250
Saturday, February 26 2005 @ 8:37 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Reconditioned iMac G5s available today for up to $250 off new models. Each iMac comes with an Apple one-year warranty. The following models are available:
- 20" 1.8GHz iMac G5: $1649 ($250 savings)
- 17" 1.8GHz iMac G5: $1299 ($200 savings)
Update 2/27:
The 17" 1.6GHz iMac G5 is available this morning, too, for $1099. That's a $200 savings.
15" PowerBook G4s: Week's Best Deals
Friday, February 25 2005 @ 10:28 AM ET | Article Link
Choices, choices! Pay the lowest price and wait days for your PowerBook, or purchase one in stock today with a free bundled item? The choice is up to you. Below are the week's best 15" PowerBook deals from Apple Authorized Internet/Catalog Resellers:
MacConnection has the new 15" PowerBook G4s available including a free 512MB RAM upgrade for a total of 1GB of RAM. For each model, there is a $129 mail-in rebate associated with the extra RAM, but there is no installation fee. Also free, after mail-in rebates, are an Epson printer plus a carrying case. Here are the applicable model numbers:
- 15" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combo: $1994 sku 5638089. In stock today!
- 15" 1.67GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $2294 sku 5638100.
MacZone has new 15" PowerBooks available with free extra batteries and carrying cases -- no rebates or forms involved:
- 15" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combo: $1994.98 sku 00324803. In stock today!
- 15" 1.67GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $2294.98 sku 00324805.
Amazon.com is offering a $150 mail-in rebate on new 15" PowerBooks through March 15, 2005. Mail-in rebate forms can be found on each product's specification page or on the price trackers at macprices.net. To qualify for the rebate, you must purchase the Mac from Amazon.com -- not one of their partners (Office Depot, etc.). Including the rebates, prices are as follows:
- 15" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combo: $1849.99 sku B0006HU304. 2-3 day wait.
- 15" 1.67GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $2149.99 sku B0006HU48U.
Updated PowerBook and iBook Price Trackers
Friday, February 25 2005 @ 10:12 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our PowerBook Price Trackers (17" PowerBooks | 15" PowerBooks | 12" PowerBooks) and iBook Price Trackers (14" iBooks | 12" iBooks) with the latest information on prices, bundles, and availability from Apple's authorized internet/catalog resellers.
12" 867MHz PowerBook G4s (reconditioned) available from $969
Friday, February 25 2005 @ 10:05 AM ET | Article Link
TechRestore has reconditioned 12" 867MHz PowerBook G4/Combos available for $969.99 (item number TR1530). The 12" 867MHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive is available for $999.99 (item number TR1539). Each model includes a TechRestore 6 month warranty plus a 30-day full refund policy.
Save $200 with Apple Reconditioned 14" 1.33GHz iBook G4s
Friday, February 25 2005 @ 9:59 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Reconditioned 14" 1.33GHz iBook G4s available today for a $200 discount over new iBooks. An Apple one-year warranty is included with each model. The following configurations are available:
- 14" 1.33GHz iBook G4/SuperDrive: $1299
- 14" 1.33GHz iBook G4/Combo: $1099
12" 1.2GHz iBook G4/CD (reconditioned) available for $799
Friday, February 25 2005 @ 9:58 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Reconditioned 12" 1.2GHz iBook G4/CDs available today for $799. These models have a CD-ROM Drive as opposed to the standard Combo Drive. An Apple one-year warranty is included.
12" 1.33GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive (reconditioned) available for $1299
Friday, February 25 2005 @ 9:56 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Reconditioned 12" 1.33GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrives available today for $1299. An Apple one-year warranty is included.
17" 1.67GHz PowerBook in stock today for $2499; save $200!
Friday, February 25 2005 @ 9:50 AM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com has the 17" 1.67GHz PowerBook in stock today for $2499.99 after a $200 mail-in rebate. Look for item number B0006HU494. The rebate is good through March 31, 2005 (coupon). Their price is the lowest we've seen for this model from any Apple Authorized Reseller. They only have four available this morning, so we expect it to sell out quickly.
Update 2/27:
Sold out! It's still available for order, though, at $2499.
17" 1.67GHz PowerBook in stock today w/free 512MB RAM or battery
Friday, February 25 2005 @ 9:40 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has the 17" 1.67GHz PowerBook G4 in stock today for $2694 including a free 512MB RAM upgrade for a total of 1GB of RAM. Look for item number 5638169. There is a $129 mail-in rebate associated with the RAM, but there is no installation fee.
MacZone has the 17" 1.67GHz PowerBook G4 in stock today for $2694.98 including a free extra battery plus a free carrying case. Look for item number 00324807. There are no fees or rebates associated with the bundled items -- they're just free.
17" 1GHz PowerBook (reconditioned) available for $1799
Friday, February 25 2005 @ 9:35 AM ET | Article Link
TechRestore has 17" 1GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrives available for $1799.99. Look for item number TR1489. A TechRestore 6 month warranty is included, and there is a 30-day full refund policy.
Discounted Apple Cinema Displays; save up to $120
Friday, February 25 2005 @ 8:42 AM ET | Article Link
ClubMac has some Apple Cinema Displays discounted up to $120 off MSRP via instant rebate. The 23" Apple Cinema Display is available for $1729.99 ($70 discount), while the 30" Apple Cinema Display is available for $2879.99 ($120 discount). Both units are in stock today.
Product Review: iLap Laptop Stand
Thursday, February 24 2005 @ 5:23 PM ET | Article Link
by Noah Kravitz
Every so often comes a product that I fall in love with at first sight. Rain Design's iLap laptop stand is such a product. Even before I got my hands on one at MacWorld last month, I was struck by photos of its simple, cool design. While I wasn't so sure that iLap would be all that useful, I wanted one just the same. Now that I've been using one for the past few weeks, I can confirm that it is actually quite handy and that I'm still pretty much gaga over it. Read More...
Updated Clearance Price Trackers
Thursday, February 24 2005 @ 10:44 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, minis, and eMacs.
Leftover 12" 1GHz iBook G4/Combo available for $829
Thursday, February 24 2005 @ 10:19 AM ET | Article Link
MacZone has new, leftover, previous-generation 12" 1GHz iBook G4/Combos available for $829.98. Look for item number 00279255.
New PowerBooks: Build-to-order options
Thursday, February 24 2005 @ 10:15 AM ET | Article Link
 The Apple Store has several build-to-order (BTO) options available with new PowerBook G4s:
- 17" 1.67GHz PowerBook: 80GB hard drive (-$100), Up to 2GB RAM
- 15" 1.67GHz PowerBook: 100GB HD ($100), Combo Drive (-$150), Up to 2GB RAM
- 15" 1.5GHz PowerBook: 100GB HD ($100), SuperDrive ($150), Up to 2GB RAM
- 12" 1.5GHz PowerBooks: 100GB 5400rpm HD ($150), Up to 1.256GB RAM
With these options, the wait at The Apple Store increases to 4-6 business days. Note that some of the options will actually reduce the price of the PowerBook. For instance, choosing an 80GB hard drive, as opposed to the standard 100GB hard drive, will lower the price of the 17" PowerBook by $100 to $2594. Not a bad deal if you don't need all that space. Choosing a Combo Drive with the 15" 1.67GHz model lowers the price by $150 to $2149.
iPod shuffles in stock today
Thursday, February 24 2005 @ 10:00 AM ET | Article Link
Circuit City is reporting stock of both iPod shuffles today. The 512MB model is available for $99.99, and the 1GB shuffle is available for $149.99. We expect them to sell out quickly.
Keep an eye on our iPod shuffle price tracker -- it's updated daily.
Update 2/27:
The 1GB shuffle has sold out. The 512MB model is still available.
Mac mini available with free keyboard and mouse
Thursday, February 24 2005 @ 9:56 AM ET | Article Link
MacMall is offering a free MacAlly iKey4 Keyboard and MacAlly Dot Mouse pointer with the purchase of any Mac mini through March 31st. There is a $34.99 mail-in rebate involved with the purchase. Other optional bundles (free after mail-in rebates) include Sennheiser headphones & earbuds and an Epson printer.
Updated Desktop Price Trackers
Thursday, February 24 2005 @ 9:55 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 most of Apple's authorized internet/catalog resellers.
15" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive (reconditioned) available for $1799
Thursday, February 24 2005 @ 9:55 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Reconditioned 15" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrives available today for $1799. An Apple one-year warranty is included.
Update 2/27:
Sold out!
Leftover 12" 1.33GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive available for $1399
Thursday, February 24 2005 @ 9:47 AM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com has new, leftover, previous-generation 12" 1.33GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrives available for $1399.88. That's the lowest price we've seen for that model by $100. They only have one unit left.
Update 2/27:
Sold out!
$50 iTunes gift card w/PowerBook, Power Mac, or iMac
Wednesday, February 23 2005 @ 2:12 PM ET | Article Link
Purchase any PowerBook, Power Mac G5, or iMac G5 at ClubMac before March 31st and receive a $50 iTunes gift certificate. Offer is via $50 mail-in rebate (PDF coupon).
Up to $200 rebate on new Macs through March 15th
Wednesday, February 23 2005 @ 10:06 AM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com has extended their mail-in rebates on most new Macs through March 15, 2005. Mail-in rebate forms can be found on each product's specification page or on the price trackers at macprices.net. To qualify for the rebate, you must purchase the Mac from Amazon.com -- not one of their partners (Office Depot, etc.). Including the rebates, prices are as follows:
$200 rebate:
- 17" 1.67GHz PowerBook G4: $2499.99 MSRP $2699
$150 rebate:
- 15" 1.67GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $2149.99 MSRP $2299
- 15" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combo: $1849.99 MSRP $1999
- 12" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $1549.99 MSRP $1699
- 12" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combo: $1349.99 MSRP $1499
- 14" 1.33GHz iBook G4/SuperDrive: $1349.99 MSRP $1499
- 14" 1.33GHz iBook G4/Combo: $1149.99 MSRP $1299
- DP1.8GHz Power Mac G5: $1844.99 MSRP $1999
- DP2.0GHz Power Mac G5: $2344.99 MSRP $2499
- DP2.5GHz Power Mac G5: $2844.99 MSRP $2999
$100 rebate:
- 12" 1.2GHz iBook G4/Combo: $899.99 MSRP $999
- 1.8GHz Power Mac G5: $1399.99 MSRP $1499
- 20" 1.8GHz iMac G5: $1794.99 MSRP $1899
- 17" 1.8GHz iMac G5: $1394.99 MSRP $1499
- 17" 1.6GHz iMac G5: $1224.99 MSRP $1324
Their prices are the lowest we've seen from any Apple Authorized Internet/Catalog Reseller.
PowerBook Mystique Review - STM Loop Laptop Backpack (Plus Mailbag)
Wednesday, February 23 2005 @ 9:44 AM ET | Article Link
by Charles W. Moore
Australia's Standard Technical Merchandise has designed a very attractive range of laptop and camera bags, backpacks, and cases marketed under the slogan "luggage for the global digerati." In the U.S., STM Backpacks are distribited by the Apple laptop accessories specialists at RadTech. RadTech offers three STM Backpack models, the Loop, the Sports, and the Sphere. Our review unit is the STM Loop, which comes in two sizes. Read More...
23" Apple Aluminum Display (reconditioned) available for $1499; save $300
Wednesday, February 23 2005 @ 9:03 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Reconditioned 23" Apple Aluminum DVI Flat-Panel Displays available today for $1499. That represents a $300 savings over new models. An Apple one-year warranty is included.
The 30" Display (reconditioned) is available for $2599.
Up to $120 off leftover iPod photos
Wednesday, February 23 2005 @ 9:01 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has dropped prices on leftover 40GB and 60GB iPod photos. Available in the Sale section of their Special Deals department, the 40GB model is now available for $379, and the 60GB model is available for $479. Both represent a price drop of $120. There is a 2-4 day wait for both models.
Apple shuffles iPod lineup
Wednesday, February 23 2005 @ 8:56 AM ET | Article Link
Apple shuffled their iPod lineup today, reduced some prices, and introduced two new models. A new 6GB iPod mini is available for $249, while the 4GB iPod mini is now cheaper at $149. Gold minis have been discontinued, while Silver, Blue, Pink, and Green colors are unchanged. Apple claims 18 hour battery life with the new minis. Both 4GB and 6GB iPod minis are available today at The Apple Store with 1-2 day shipping.
Apple also introduced a new 30GB iPod photo for $349 and lowered the price of the 60GB model to $449. The 40GB iPod photo has been discontinued. The new 30GB iPod photo is available today at The Apple Store with 1-2 day shipping.
Finally, the 40GB iPod has been discontinued, leaving the 20GB model as the only remaining iPod clickwheel. iPod shuffles are unchanged.
Apple Certified Reconditioned iBook G4s starting at $799
Tuesday, February 22 2005 @ 9:18 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has several Apple Certified Reconditioned iBook G4s available this morning at prices starting at $799. Each model comes with an Apple one-year warranty, just like new iBooks. Click here to read more about Apple's reconditioning program. The following iBooks are available today:
- 14" 1.33GHz iBook G4/SuperDrive: $1299
- 14" 1.33GHz iBook G4/Combo: $1099
- 14" 1.2GHz iBook G4/Combo: $1049
- 14" 1GHz iBook G4/40GB/Combo: $899
- 12" 1.2GHz iBook G4/Combo: $849
- 12" 1GHz iBook G4/Combo: $799
Apple Certified Reconditioned Aluminum PowerBook G4s starting at $1099
Tuesday, February 22 2005 @ 9:17 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has several Apple Certified Reconditioned PowerBook G4s available this morning at prices starting at $1099. Each model comes with an Apple one-year warranty, just like new PowerBooks. Click here to read more about Apple's reconditioning program. The following models are available today--these are previous-generation models:
- 17" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4: $1999
- 15" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $1799
- 15" 1.33GHz PowerBook G4/Combo: $1499
- 12" 1.33GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $1299
- 12" 1.33GHz PowerBook G4/Combo: $1099
Update 2/23:
The 15" 1.5GHz PowerBook has sold out. All others are still available.
OBR 1.42GHz Mac mini available for $494; save $100
Tuesday, February 22 2005 @ 9:06 AM ET | Article Link
MacZone has open-box return 1.42GHz Mac minis available for $494.97. Look for item number 00324703. That's a $100 savings over unopened boxes, and it's the first clearance Mac mini we've seen.
512MB iPod shuffle in stock today
Tuesday, February 22 2005 @ 8:55 AM ET | Article Link
J&R has the 512MB iPod shuffle in stock today for $99.88. Look for item number M9724LL/A.
Keep an eye on our iPod shuffle price tracker -- it's updated daily.
17" 1.67GHz PowerBook in stock today for $2699
Tuesday, February 22 2005 @ 8:53 AM ET | Article Link
J&R has the 17" 1.67GHz PowerBook G4 in stock today for $2699.88. Look for item number M9689LL/A.
$150-$100 discount on iBook G4s. Last day!
Tuesday, February 22 2005 @ 8:45 AM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com continues to offer a $150-$100 mail-in rebate on all new iBooks through February 22, 2005. Mail-in rebate forms can be found on each product's specification page or on the price trackers at macprices.net. To qualify for the rebate, you must purchase the iBook from Amazon.com -- not one of their partners (Office Depot, etc.). Including the rebates, prices are as follows:
$150 rebate:
- 14" 1.33GHz iBook G4/SuperDrive: $1349.99 MSRP $1499
- 14" 1.33GHz iBook G4/Combo: $1149.99 MSRP $1299
$100 rebate:
- 12" 1.2GHz iBook G4/Combo: $899.99 MSRP $999
You must purchase your iBook by midnight tonight to qualify for this rebate!
Apple reconditioned 1.25GHz eMacs available starting at $649
Tuesday, February 22 2005 @ 8:44 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Reconditioned 1.25GHz eMacs available today for a $150-$200 discount over new models. The 1.25GHz eMac/Combo is available for $649, while the 1.25GHz eMac/SuperDrive is available for $799. Each eMac comes with an Apple one-year warranty.
$100 Crutchfield gift card with iPod purchase
Tuesday, February 22 2005 @ 8:35 AM ET | Article Link
Purchase any new iPod at Crutchfield, plus a 12-month Audible.com subscription, and receive a $100 Crutchfield gift certificate.
Updated iBook Price Trackers
Monday, February 21 2005 @ 10:27 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 Apple's authorized internet/catalog resellers.
Updated PowerBook Price Trackers
Monday, February 21 2005 @ 10:25 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 Apple's authorized internet/catalog resellers.
Information on older models can be found on our 15" PowerBook (previous-generation) Price Tracker, 12" PowerBook (previous-generation) Price Tracker, and 17" PowerBook (previous-generation) Price Tracker.
512MB iPod shuffle in stock
Monday, February 21 2005 @ 10:16 AM ET | Article Link
ABT Electronics has 512MB iPod shuffles in stock today for $99. We expect this item to sell out quickly -- act now if you're interested.
Keep an eye on our iPod shuffle price tracker -- it's updated daily.
OBR 20" iMac G5 available for $1619; save $280
Monday, February 21 2005 @ 10:06 AM ET | Article Link
MacMall has open-box return 20" 1.8GHz iMac G5s available for $1619.99. Look for item number 511614. That represents a $280 savings over new, unopened models.
New 15" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combo in stock today w/free battery and case
Monday, February 21 2005 @ 9:51 AM ET | Article Link
MacZone has new 15" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combos in stock today for $1994.98 including a free extra battery plus a free carrying case. Look for item number 00324803. There are no fees or rebates involved -- the bundled items are just free.
15" and 17" PowerBooks available with free upgrade to 1GB RAM; in stock today!
Monday, February 21 2005 @ 9:10 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has the new 15" and 17" PowerBook G4s available including a free 512MB RAM upgrade for a total of 1GB of RAM. For each model, there is a $129 mail-in rebate associated with the extra RAM, but there is no installation fee. Also free, after mail-in rebates, are an Epson printer plus a carrying case. Here are the applicable model numbers:
- 15" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combo: $1994 sku 5638089. In stock today!
- 15" 1.67GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $2294 sku 5638100.
- 17" 1.67GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $2694 sku 5638169.
$20 instant rebate on iPods, 50% off iPod accessories
Monday, February 21 2005 @ 9:06 AM ET | Article Link
From February 21st to the 27th, receive a $20 instant rebate on any in stock iPod at Buy.com, and receive a 50% discount on numerous iPod accessories, too. See their site for more details. For new customers, use this coupon to take an additional $15 off your order of $200 or more through February 28th.
iBooks: Build-to-order options at The Apple Store
Monday, February 21 2005 @ 8:43 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has several build-to-order options available with 12" and 14" iBook G4s. Including some of these options, BTO iBooks ship within 1-3 days, and ground shipping is free.
The following BTO options are available with the 12" 1.2GHz iBook G4:
- 512MB RAM: $75
- 768MB RAM: $150
- 1.256GB RAM: $500
- 60GB hard drive: $75
- 80GB hard drive: $125
- Bluetooth module: $50
The following BTO options are available with 14" iBook G4s:
- 512MB RAM: $75
- 768MB RAM: $150
- 1.256GB RAM: $500
- 80GB hard drive: $50
- Bluetooth module: $50
$150-$50 discount on some Mac desktops; ends tomorrow!
Monday, February 21 2005 @ 8:34 AM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com continues their $150-$50 mail-in rebates on some Mac desktops through February 22, 2005. Mail-in rebate forms can be found on each product's specification page or on the price trackers at macprices.net. To qualify for the rebate, you must purchase the Mac from Amazon.com -- not one of their partners (Office Depot, etc.). Including the rebates, prices are as follows:
$150 rebate:
- DP1.8GHz Power Mac G5: $1844.99 MSRP $1999
- DP2.0GHz Power Mac G5: $2344.99 MSRP $2499
- DP2.5GHz Power Mac G5: $2844.99 MSRP $2999
$100 rebate:
- 1.8GHz Power Mac G5: $1399.99 MSRP $1499
- 20" 1.8GHz iMac G5: $1794.99 MSRP $1899
- 17" 1.8GHz iMac G5: $1394.99 MSRP $1499
- 17" 1.6GHz iMac G5: $1224.99 MSRP $1324
$50 rebate:
- 1.25GHz eMac/Combo: $749.99 MSRP $799
- 1.25GHz eMac/SuperDrive: $949.99 MSRP $999
Leftover 15" 1.33GHz PowerBook G4/Combo available for $1549
Monday, February 21 2005 @ 8:31 AM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com has new, leftover 15" 1.33GHz PowerBook G4/Combos available for $1549.99 after a $150 mail-in rebate (coupon). The PowerBook must be purchased by midnight Tuesday to qualify for the rebate. Their price is the lowest we've seen for that model.
AirPort Express available for $99; save $30
Sunday, February 20 2005 @ 9:15 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Reconditioned AirPort Express Base Stations available today for $99. That represents a $30 savings over new models. An Apple one-year warranty is included.
Leftover 12" 1.33GHz PowerBooks starting at $1299; include iLife '05
Sunday, February 20 2005 @ 9:09 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has new, leftover, previous-generation 12" 1.33GHz PowerBook G4s discounted by $300. The 12" 1.33GHz PowerBook G4/Combo is available for $1299, and the 12" 1.33GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive is available for $1499. Both models include iLife '05 bundled for free. Look in the Sale section of their Special Deals section. Shipping is available in 3-5 days for both models.
Up to $100 instant discount on Apple 20" and 23" Displays
Sunday, February 20 2005 @ 9:06 AM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com is discounting new 20" and 23" Apple Aluminum DVI Displays by as much as $100. Put a display into your shopping cart to see the reduced price. The 20" Display is available for $949.98 ($50 discount), and the 23" Display is available for $1699.98 (a $100 discount). Both are in stock today.
$20 off iPods
Sunday, February 20 2005 @ 9:03 AM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com has iPods discounted up to $20 off list price. Put an iPod into your shopping cart to see the reduced price. The 20GB iPod is available for $284.05, and the 40GB iPod is available for $379.05. Both units are in stock today.
Leftover 17" 1.5GHz PowerBook available for $2149
Sunday, February 20 2005 @ 9:01 AM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com has new, leftover, previous-generation 17" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4s available for $2149.99 after a $150 mail-in rebate (coupon). The rebate is good through February 22nd. Their price is the lowest we've seen for that model.
Both Mac minis in stock today
Sunday, February 20 2005 @ 8:54 AM ET | Article Link
Computers4SURE has both Mac minis back in stock today. The 1.25GHz mini is available for $494 (sku S3420334), while the 1.42GHz model is available for $599 (sku S3420335).
iPod shuffles in stock today
Sunday, February 20 2005 @ 8:49 AM ET | Article Link
Circuit City is reporting stock of iPod shuffles today. The 512MB model is available for $99.99, while the 1GB iPod shuffle is available for $149.99. Both qualify for overnight shipping, although ground shipping is free.
Product Review: iKlear iPod, iBook, & PowerBook Cleaning Kit
Friday, February 18 2005 @ 10:19 AM ET | Article Link
by Noah Kravitz
I stopped by iKlear's booth at MacWorld last month and they were kind enough to send me off with a sample iPod/'Book Polishing Kit to put through its paces for these pages. iKlear is a cleaning/polishing solution for most anything with a delicate LCD screen and/or plastic or metal case, and it's the same stuff Apple has been recommending for years and is now selling at their stores. In fact, KlearScreen products (of which iKlear is a division) are recommended by more computer manufacturers than you'd really want to read a list of right now. Read More...
$150-$100 discount on iBook G4s
Friday, February 18 2005 @ 9:08 AM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com continues to offer a $150-$100 mail-in rebate on all new iBooks through February 22, 2005. Mail-in rebate forms can be found on each product's specification page or on the price trackers at macprices.net. To qualify for the rebate, you must purchase the iBook from Amazon.com -- not one of their partners (Office Depot, etc.). Including the rebates, prices are as follows:
$150 rebate:
- 14" 1.33GHz iBook G4/SuperDrive: $1349.99 MSRP $1499
- 14" 1.33GHz iBook G4/Combo: $1149.99 MSRP $1299
$100 rebate:
- 12" 1.2GHz iBook G4/Combo: $899.99 MSRP $999
17" 1.5GHz PowerBook available for $1999
Friday, February 18 2005 @ 9:03 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Reconditioned 17" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrives available again today for $1999. An Apple one-year warranty is included.
Update 2/20:
Sold out!
12" 1GHz iBook G4/Combo (reconditioned) available for $799
Friday, February 18 2005 @ 9:02 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Reconditioned 12" 1GHz iBook G4/Combos available today for $799. An Apple one-year warranty is included.
Update 2/20:
Sold out!
5-7 day wait for iPod minis
Friday, February 18 2005 @ 9:00 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store is reporting a 5-7 day wait for iPod minis this morning. That's up from 'Same Business Day' and '1-3 Business Day' delivery. As we told you about yesterday, iMac G5s are also out of stock.
512MB iPod shuffle in stock today w/10% off accessories
Friday, February 18 2005 @ 8:55 AM ET | Article Link
Best Buy is reporting stock of the 512MB iPod shuffle today for $99.99. It's available to ship within 1 business day. Buyers also receive a 10% discount on iPod accessories.
1.25GHz Mac mini in stock today
Friday, February 18 2005 @ 8:33 AM ET | Article Link
TechDepot is reporting stock of the 1.25GHz Mac mini today for $494. Look for item number S3420334.
Keep an eye on our Mac mini price tracker -- it's updated daily.
OBR 14" 1.33GHz iBook G4/Combo available for $1039; save $260
Thursday, February 17 2005 @ 9:36 AM ET | Article Link
ClubMac has open-box return 14" 1.33GHz iBook G4/Combos available for $1039.99. Look for item number 647518. That represents a $260 savings over unopened units.
Instant rebates on iBook G4s; no rebates, no forms, save up to $50
Thursday, February 17 2005 @ 9:29 AM ET | Article Link
ClubMac is offering online instant rebates on iBook G4s for a limited time. Put a system into your shopping cart to see the reduced price. No rebates or forms are involved in the discounts, you simply save instantly. The following systems (with prices) qualify:
- 14" 1.33GHz iBook G4/SuperDrive: $1449 MSRP $1499
- 14" 1.33GHz iBook G4/Combo: $1259 MSRP $1299
- 12" 1.2GHz iBook G4/Combo: $969 MSRP $999
Leftover 12" 1GHz iBook G4/Combo available for $829
Thursday, February 17 2005 @ 9:25 AM ET | Article Link
MacZone has new, leftover, 12" 1GHz iBook G4/Combos available for $829.98. Look for item number 00279255.
New PowerBooks available with free upgrade to 1GB RAM; in stock today!
Thursday, February 17 2005 @ 9:20 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has the new 12", 15", and 17" PowerBooks available including a free 512MB RAM upgrade for a total of 1GB of RAM. For each model, there is a $129 mail-in rebate associated with the extra RAM, but there is no installation fee. Also free, after mail-in rebates, are an Epson printer plus a carrying case. Here are the applicable model numbers:
- 15" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combo: $1994 sku 5638089. In stock today!
- 17" 1.67GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $2694 sku 5638169.
- 15" 1.67GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $2294 sku 5638100.
Update 2/18:
The free upgrade with the 12" PowerBook has expired. We have removed the listing.
Tons of factory-refurbished 12" and 15" Aluminum PowerBooks; prices begin at $1099
Thursday, February 17 2005 @ 8:56 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has several Apple Certified Reconditioned 12" and 15" PowerBook G4s available this morning at prices starting at $1099. Each model comes with an Apple one-year warranty, just like new PowerBooks. Click here to read more about Apple's reconditioning program. The following models are available today:
- 15" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $1799
- 15" 1.33GHz PowerBook G4/Combo: $1499
- 12" 1.33GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $1299
- 12" 1.33GHz PowerBook G4/Combo: $1099
Update 2/20:
Sold out!
Tons of factory-reconditioned iBook G4s; save over $200
Thursday, February 17 2005 @ 8:53 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has several Apple Certified Reconditioned iBook G4s available this morning at prices starting at $849. Each model comes with an Apple one-year warranty, just like new iBooks. Click here to read more about Apple's reconditioning program. The following iBooks are available today:
- 14" 1.33GHz iBook G4/SuperDrive: $1299
- 14" 1.33GHz iBook G4/Combo: $1099
- 14" 1.2GHz iBook G4/Combo: $1049
- 14" 1GHz iBook G4/40GB/Combo: $899
- 12" 1.2GHz iBook G4/Combo: $849
Update 2/20:
Sold out!
iMac G5s: 7-10 day wait at The Apple Store
Thursday, February 17 2005 @ 8:43 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store is reporting a 7-10 day wait for iMac G5s today. That's up from 'Same Business Day' delivery yesterday. See our iMac Price Tracker for more details.
PowerBook Shipping Reports for Thursday, February 17th
Thursday, February 17 2005 @ 8:39 AM ET | Article Link
Readers continue to send us their PowerBook shipping reports. Have you ordered one of the new PowerBooks from Apple or another reseller? Send us your shipping report, and we'll post them here anonymously.
The Apple Store is reporting a 4-6 day waot for 12" 1.5GHz PowerBooks and the 15" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive. There is a 3-5 day wait for the 17" 1.67GHz PowerBook. The 15" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combo is in stock today. Check out the PowerBook price trackers at macprices.net for more information.
Here are the latest reports:
"Custom BTO PB 15" 1.67 with 100gig HD and 128vram upgrade. Ordered 2/13 (sunday), no issue. Confirmed left Shanghai via Fedex 2/17 4PM for arrival 2/21 before 10:30am. 6 Business days from order to arrival."
"I ordered a 17" stock PB on 2-13-05 with an estimated ship date of on or before 2-22-05. I received notice today (2-16-05) that it shipped with a tracking number from Fed-Ex and it actually works."
"Hi, I ordered a powerbook 15/1.67 on 2 Feb from the UK apple store and it shipped on 3 Feb with 5-7 days ETA. That was two weeks ago and I called Apple yesterday, and they told me that it would definitely be here today. I didn't receive it today so I called them and they said that they cannot see it on the TNT tracking system and they have no idea when it will be delivered! I hope it arrives soon, as I am currently sitting in the office with no computer - a colleague and I are sharing one laptop!"
"I'm in the UK. Ordered a PowerBook G4 15" 1.67GHz SuperDrive upgraded to 1 GB RAM (2x512 MB) and 128MB Video RAM. Order confirmed Feb 8, shipped Feb 15, estimated delivery 6-7 business days. That's marginally slower (2-3 days) than an iBook (with BTO options) I ordered a few days prior to ordering the PowerBook."
Previous shipping reports: 10, 9, 8, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1
Leftover 15" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive available for $1949
Wednesday, February 16 2005 @ 9:12 AM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com has new, leftover, 15" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrives available today for $1949.99 after a $150 mail-in rebate (coupon). The rebate is good through February 22nd. Their price is the lowest we've seen for that model, and we expect it to sell out quickly.
New 15" PowerBooks available today with free battery and carrying case
Wednesday, February 16 2005 @ 8:53 AM ET | Article Link
MacZone has new 15" PowerBooks available with free extra batteries and carrying cases -- no rebates or forms involved. Both models are in stock today and available for immediate shipping:
- 15" 1.67GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $2294.98 sku 00324805
- 15" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combo: $1994.98 sku 00324803
Both Mac minis in stock today
Wednesday, February 16 2005 @ 8:44 AM ET | Article Link
Computers4SURE has both Mac minis in stock today. The 1.25GHz mini is available for $494 (sku S3420334), while the 1.42GHz model is available for $599 (sku S3420335). Beware that these may sell out quickly.
The Pismo Turns Five
Wednesday, February 16 2005 @ 8:39 AM ET | Article Link
by Charles W. Moore
On February 16 Apple unveiled 2005, five years ago the day this column is posted, Apple unveiled an eagerly awaited new PowerBook at MacWorld Expo Tokyo. I remarked in a report at the time that it "could be the best PowerBook ever" § a prescient evaluation. Five years later, the PowerBook G3 2000 FireWire "Pismo" remains my pick for best Apple laptop ever. In late 1999, the rumor mills were predicting a new PowerBook would be unveiled at Macworld Expo San Francisco. There wasn't, but five weeks later the debut happened in Japan § perhaps an acknowledgment of the spectacular sales support Apple had enjoyed from Japanese consumers in 1999, and the the popularity of portable computers in that market. Not everyone was thrilled with the Pismo at first. For one thing, it was an almost dead-ringer in appearance for the preceding Lombard PowerBook, and some folks were disappointed that the new 'Book had no G4 processor (a situation somewhat analogical to anticipation of a G5 'Book today}. Read More...
TechRestore PowerBook and iBook Specials; 17" PowerBook for $1699
Wednesday, February 16 2005 @ 8:38 AM ET | Article Link
TechRestore has a couple of specials exclusively for PowerBook Central and macprices.net readers:
- 12" iBook G3/600: 128MB RAM, 20GB Drive, CD. Normally $499.99, take $50 off when you use coupon code "CIRQUE" during checkout.
- 17" 1GHz PowerBook G4: 512MB RAM, 60GB Hard Drive, CD-RW/DVD-R SuperDrive, Airport Extreme Wireless Card, DVI Video. Normally $1799.99, take $100 off when you use coupon code "SHOVEL" during checkout.
10% off at Target including iPods
Wednesday, February 16 2005 @ 8:30 AM ET | Article Link
Use coupon code TCVSASAVETEN during the checkout process at Target to receive 10% off your entire order, including iPods and iPod accessories. Offer is good through June 30th.
eCost.com freebies
Tuesday, February 15 2005 @ 5:59 PM ET | Article Link
The following items are free at eCost.com, after applicable mail-in rebates, for a limited or while supplies last:
- PC USA 4.7GB DVD-R 4X Media 10 Pack: $14.99, sku 2763444, 28 left
- I-Rocks Silver USB Optical Mouse: $14.99, sku 2667608, 29 left
- PC USA Premium Glossy 4x6 Photo Paper, 100 sheets: $5.99, sku 2797060, 98 left
Hey, free is free.
iBook G4s available with $270 worth of free bundles
Tuesday, February 15 2005 @ 9:19 AM ET | Article Link
ClubMac has iBook G4s available with over $270 worth of free bundles. Each item is optional, and all require various mail-in rebates. The following items are available:
- Sennheiser HD437 headphones
- Sennheiser MX400 earbuds
- 512MB RAM upgrade ($39.99 installation fee)
- Epson Stylus C86 printer
- Mobile Edge carrying case
Here are the applicable iBook skus. All three models are in stock today:
- 12" 1.2GHz iBook G4: $994; sku 518958
- 14" 1.33GHz iBook G4/Combo: $1294; sku 518959
- 14" 1.33GHz iBook G4/SuperDrive: $1494; sku 518961
12" 1.33GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive (reconditioned) available for $1299
Tuesday, February 15 2005 @ 9:14 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Reconditioned 12" 1.33GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrives available today for $1299. An Apple one-year warranty is included.
15" 1.33GHz PowerBook G4/Combo (reconditioned) available for $1499
Tuesday, February 15 2005 @ 9:13 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Reconditioned 15" 1.33GHz PowerBook G4/Combos available today for $1499. An Apple one-year warranty is included.
Save $200 with Apple Reconditioned 14" 1.33GHz iBook G4s
Tuesday, February 15 2005 @ 9:12 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Reconditioned 14" 1.33GHz iBook G4s available again today for a $200 discount over new iBooks. An Apple one-year warranty is included with each model. The following configurations are available:
- 14" 1.33GHz iBook G4/SuperDrive: $1299
- 14" 1.33GHz iBook G4/Combo: $1099
Apple Certified Reconditioned 14" iBooks available from $899
Tuesday, February 15 2005 @ 9:12 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Reconditioned 14" 1GHz iBook G4/40GB/Combos available today for $899. The 14" 1.2GHz iBook G4/Combo is available for $1049. Both include a standard Apple one-year warranty.
17" 1.5GHz PowerBook available for $1999
Tuesday, February 15 2005 @ 9:11 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Reconditioned 17" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrives available again today for $1999. An Apple one-year warranty is included.
12" 1GHz iBook G4/Combo (reconditioned) available for $799
Tuesday, February 15 2005 @ 9:10 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Reconditioned 12" 1GHz iBook G4/Combos available today for $799. An Apple one-year warranty is included.
512MB iPod shuffle in stock today for $94
Tuesday, February 15 2005 @ 8:55 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection is reporting stock of the 512MB iPod shuffle today for $94.88. Look for item number 5591583.
Keep an eye on our iPod shuffle price tracker -- it's updated daily.
Update:
Sold out!
Product Review: XtremeMac AirPlay FM Transmitter for iPod
Monday, February 14 2005 @ 6:04 PM ET | Article Link
by Noah Kravitz
AirPlay, XtremeMac's new FM transmitter for iPod, has dethroned Griffin's iTrip as the best way to get your iPod's music onto your FM dial. While I still prefer the old school cassette adapter for connecting my iPod to my car stereo (now that I've moved to California I drive sometimes, you see), some of you kids with those newfangled car audio systems don't even have tape decks, so the cassette adapter isn't an option. To you I say: Get yourself an AirPlay. Read More...
Stock status: New PowerBooks available today w/free upgrade to 1GB RAM
Monday, February 14 2005 @ 10:11 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has the new 15" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combo in stock today for $1994 including a free 512MB RAM upgrade for a total of 1GB of RAM. Look for item number 5638089. There is a $129 mail-in rebate associated with the extra RAM, but there is no installation fee. Also free, after mail-in rebates, is an Epson printer plus a carrying case.
MacConnection also has the new 12" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combo in stock today for $1494 including a free 512MB RAM upgrade for a total of 1GB of RAM. Look for item number 5638046. There is a $129 mail-in rebate associated with the extra RAM, just like the 15" model, but there is no installation fee. Other optional bundles, free after mail-in rebates, include an Epson printer and a carrying case.
Leftover 12" 1.33GHz PowerBooks starting at $1299; include iLife '05
Monday, February 14 2005 @ 10:07 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has new, leftover, previous-generation 12" 1.33GHz PowerBook G4s discounted by $300. The 12" 1.33GHz PowerBook G4/Combo is available for $1299, and the 12" 1.33GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive is available for $1499. Both models include iLife '05 bundled for free. Look in the Sale section of their Special Deals section. Shipping is available in 3-5 days for both models.
iBooks available with free wireless router, printer, and more
Monday, February 14 2005 @ 10:02 AM ET | Article Link
CompUSA has all new iBooks available today with several bundled items. Each bundle is free after applicable mail-in rebates and instant discounts (details available here). Items include a Belkin 802.11g wireless router, Epson Stylus C84 printer, and $100 worth of free restaurant gift certificates. Offers expire on February 19th.
$150-$100 discount on iBook G4s
Monday, February 14 2005 @ 9:56 AM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com continues to offer a $150-$100 mail-in rebate on all new iBooks through February 22, 2005. Mail-in rebate forms can be found on each product's specification page or on the price trackers at macprices.net. To qualify for the rebate, you must purchase the iBook from Amazon.com -- not one of their partners (Office Depot, etc.). Including the rebates, prices are as follows:
$150 rebate:
- 14" 1.33GHz iBook G4/SuperDrive: $1349.99 MSRP $1499
- 14" 1.33GHz iBook G4/Combo: $1149.99 MSRP $1299
$100 rebate:
- 12" 1.2GHz iBook G4/Combo: $899.99 MSRP $999
Discounted iPods; up to $20 off list
Monday, February 14 2005 @ 9:54 AM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com has iPods discounted up to $20 off list price. Put an iPod into your shopping cart to see the reduced price. The 20GB iPod is available for $284.05, and the 40GB iPod is available for $379.05. Both units are in stock today.
Up to $100 instant discount on Apple 20" and 23" Displays
Monday, February 14 2005 @ 9:52 AM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com is discounting new 20" and 23" Apple Aluminum DVI Displays by as much as $150. Put a display into your shopping cart to see the reduced price. The 20" Display is available for $949.99 ($50 discount), and the 23" Display is available for $1699.99 (a $100 discount). Both are in stock today.
$150-$50 discount on some Mac desktops through the 22nd
Monday, February 14 2005 @ 9:50 AM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com continues their $150-$50 mail-in rebates on some Mac desktops through February 22, 2005. Mail-in rebate forms can be found on each product's specification page or on the price trackers at macprices.net. To qualify for the rebate, you must purchase the Mac from Amazon.com -- not one of their partners (Office Depot, etc.). Including the rebates, prices are as follows:
$150 rebate:
- DP1.8GHz Power Mac G5: $1844.99 MSRP $1999
- DP2.0GHz Power Mac G5: $2344.99 MSRP $2499
- DP2.5GHz Power Mac G5: $2844.99 MSRP $2999
$100 rebate:
- 1.8GHz Power Mac G5: $1399.99 MSRP $1499
- 20" 1.8GHz iMac G5: $1794.99 MSRP $1899
- 17" 1.8GHz iMac G5: $1394.99 MSRP $1499
- 17" 1.6GHz iMac G5: $1224.99 MSRP $1324
$50 rebate:
- 1.25GHz eMac/Combo: $749.99 MSRP $799
- 1.25GHz eMac/SuperDrive: $949.99 MSRP $999
Save $200 with Apple Reconditioned iMac G5s
Monday, February 14 2005 @ 9:41 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Reconditioned iMac G5s available today for a $200 discount over new models. Each model comes with a standard Apple one-year warranty and is listed with 1-2 day availability. The following configurations are available:
- 20" 1.8GHz iMac G5: $1699
- 17" 1.8GHz iMac G5: $1299
Updated PowerBook Price Trackers
Monday, February 14 2005 @ 9:40 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 Apple's authorized internet/catalog resellers.
Information on older models can be found on our 15" PowerBook (previous-generation) Price Tracker, 12" PowerBook (previous-generation) Price Tracker, and 17" PowerBook (previous-generation) Price Tracker.
Updated Desktop Price Trackers
Monday, February 14 2005 @ 9:39 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 most of Apple's authorized internet/catalog resellers.
Updated Clearance Price Trackers
Monday, February 14 2005 @ 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 14 Mac dealers. We've also updated our Clearance Mac Desktops Price Tracker with the latest information on Power Macs, iMacs, minis, and eMacs.
Updated iPod Price Trackers
Monday, February 14 2005 @ 9:36 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our iPod Price Trackers with the latest information on prices, bundles, and availabilty from over 27 of Apple's Authorized iPod Resellers. The following price trackers are available:
- iPod shuffle Prices
- iPod Prices
- iPod photo Prices
- iPod mini Prices
OBR 20" iMac G5 available for $1619; save $280
Monday, February 14 2005 @ 9:32 AM ET | Article Link
MacMall has open-box return 20" 1.8GHz iMac G5s available for $1619.99. Look for item number 511614. That represents a $280 savings over new, unopened models.
512MB iPod shuffle in stock
Monday, February 14 2005 @ 9:15 AM ET | Article Link
Best Buy is reporting stock of the 512MB iPod shuffle today for $99.99. It's available to ship within 1 business day.
Keep an eye on our iPod shuffle price tracker -- it's updated daily.
Free extra battery with leftover 15" and 17" PowerBooks
Monday, February 14 2005 @ 8:57 AM ET | Article Link
MacZone is offering a free extra battery ($129 value) with the purchase of leftover, previous-generation 15" and 17" PowerBook G4s. There are no fees or rebates involved with the bundled batteries -- they're just free. Here are the skus:
- 17" 1.5GHz PowerBook: $2294.98, sku 00252843
- 15" 1.33GHz PowerBook: $1694.98, sku 00252841
PowerBook Shipping Reports for Monday, February 14th
Monday, February 14 2005 @ 8:54 AM ET | Article Link
Readers continue to send us their PowerBook shipping reports. Have you ordered one of the new PowerBooks from Apple or another reseller? Send us your shipping report, and we'll post them here anonymously.
The Apple Store is reporting stock today of 12" 1.5GHz PowerBooks and the 15" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combo. There is a 3-5 day wait for the 17" 1.67GHz PowerBook and a 5-7 day wait for the 15" 1.67GHz PowerBook G4. Check out the PowerBook price trackers at macprices.net for more information.
Here are the latest reports:
"Ordered a 17" w/ (1) 1GB RAM module on 2/1. Est. Shipping of 2/8, then 2/17, then 2/22. Received e-mail this morning (2/14) that it shipped."
"Hi, I ordered my Powerbook 2/3/05 and got an expected shipment date of 10/2/05 but on the 10th I got an e-mail the shipment was delayed till the 15th. But just now I got an e-mail my Powerbook has been shipped! Expected delivery in 5/7 working days."
"Ordered PB 15/1.5 on 20 Jan from UK Apple Store. Upgraded to 15/1.67 on 31 Jan. Shipped on 14 Feb. Estimated delivery time of 6-7 business days."
"I ordered my powerbook on 2-8 , now the ship date is set for 28th after they told me 24th. I have had one problem after another with this company and itˆs my first apple. I must say that I am very disappointed so far. I have been a DELL customer for the past 7 years and decided to go for an APPLE. Well so far so ó not so good. I truly hope they can fixthis problem as Iˆm reading my story over and over again. Whatever, Iˆll see when I get the thing, this is the second notebook I have purchased this year (Acer Ferrari3400). If I donˆt hear anything from APPLE this week I will have to cry myself to sleep until I get my Powerbook 15 inch 1.67 with 128video and all that good stuff."
"After much delay, (I ordered on the 31st and having my dates changed to the 23rd and then the 28th) Apple sent notice that the shipment had been made. It took calling and emailing again and again but something finally gave way. Can't blame the reps, but Apple needs to do a better job of keeping the consumer informed of what is going on. If they hadn't made promises that were not realistic, they wouldn't have such irate customers. Keep your faith...your PB will ship with a little elbow grease."
"I ordered a PB 12" 1.5 GHz with Superdrive from Small Dog on February 1, no BTO options. It was invoiced on 2/8 and arrived this morning."
Previous shipping reports: 9, 8, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1
Free Macally Auto/Home Full Channel FM Transmitter/Charger w/iPod purchase
Monday, February 14 2005 @ 8:45 AM ET | Article Link
Purchase any iPod at Computers4SURE, including the iPod shuffle, and receive a free Macally Auto/Home Full Channel FM Transmitter/Charger after a $40 mail-in rebate. Rebate form, with appicable model numbers, is available here. Offer is valid through March 31, 2005.
$100 Crutchfield gift card with iPod purchase
Monday, February 14 2005 @ 8:36 AM ET | Article Link
Purchase any new iPod at Crutchfield, plus a 12-month Audible.com subscription, and receive a $100 Crutchfield gift certificate.
HP iPods (refurbished) available for $50 discount
Monday, February 14 2005 @ 8:33 AM ET | Article Link
HP Shopping has factory-refurbished HP iPods available in their refurbished section for up to $50 off new models. The 20GB HP iPod is available for $274.99, and the 40GB HP iPod is available for $349.99. A 90-day warranty is included.
1.42GHz Mac mini in stock today
Saturday, February 12 2005 @ 2:21 PM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has 1.42GHz Mac minis in stock today for $594. Look for item number 5591508. We expect them to sell out quickly.
Keep an eye on our Mac mini price tracker -- it's updated daily.
Update 2/14:
Sold out!
17" 1.5GHz PowerBooks available for $1999
Saturday, February 12 2005 @ 2:14 PM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Reconditioned 17" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrives available again today for $1999. An Apple one-year warranty is included.
Update 2/14:
Sold out!
AirPort Express available for $99; save $30
Saturday, February 12 2005 @ 2:13 PM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Reconditioned AirPort Express Base Stations available today for $99. That represents a $30 savings over new models. An Apple one-year warranty is included.
Save $200 with Apple Reconditioned 14" 1.33GHz iBook G4s
Saturday, February 12 2005 @ 2:11 PM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Reconditioned 14" 1.33GHz iBook G4s available again today for a $200 discount over new iBooks. An Apple one-year warranty is included with each model. The following configurations are available:
- 14" 1.33GHz iBook G4/SuperDrive: $1299
- 14" 1.33GHz iBook G4/Combo: $1099
Update 2/14:
Sold out!
12" 1GHz iBook G4/CD available for $699
Saturday, February 12 2005 @ 2:09 PM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Reconditioned 12" 1GHz iBook G4/CDs available today for $699. An Apple one-year warranty is included.
Update 2/14:
Sold out!
New PowerBooks: Build-to-order options
Friday, February 11 2005 @ 5:19 PM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has several build-to-order (BTO) options available with new PowerBook G4s:
- 17" 1.67GHz PowerBook: 80GB hard drive (-$100), Up to 2GB RAM
- 15" 1.67GHz PowerBook: 100GB HD ($100), Combo Drive (-$150), Up to 2GB RAM
- 15" 1.5GHz PowerBook: 100GB HD ($100), SuperDrive ($150), Up to 2GB RAM
- 12" 1.5GHz PowerBooks: 100GB 5400rpm HD ($150), Up to 1.256GB RAM
With these options, the wait at The Apple Store increases to 5-7 business days. Note that some of the options will actually reduce the price of the PowerBook. For instance, choosing an 80GB hard drive, as opposed to the standard 100GB hard drive, will lower the price of the 17" PowerBook by $100 to $2594. Not a bad deal if you don't need all that space. Choosing a Combo Drive with the 15" 1.67GHz model lowers the price by $150.
12" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combo available today for $1494 with 1GB of RAM
Friday, February 11 2005 @ 9:35 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has the new 12" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combo in stock today for $1494 including a free 512MB RAM upgrade for a total of 1GB of RAM. Look for item number 5638046. There is a $129 mail-in rebate associated with the extra RAM, but there is no installation fee. Other optional bundles, free after mail-in rebates, include an Epson printer and a carrying case.
15" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combo available today w/free 512MB RAM upgrade
Friday, February 11 2005 @ 9:34 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has the new 15" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combo in stock today for $1994 including a free 512MB RAM upgrade for a total of 1GB of RAM. Look for item number 5638089. There is a $129 mail-in rebate associated with the extra RAM, but there is no installation fee. Also free, after mail-in rebates, is an Epson printer plus a carrying case.
Updated PowerBook Price Trackers; New and Leftover Models
Friday, February 11 2005 @ 9:31 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 Apple's authorized internet/catalog resellers.
Information on older models can be found on our 15" PowerBook (previous-generation) Price Tracker, 12" PowerBook (previous-generation) Price Tracker, and 17" PowerBook (previous-generation) Price Tracker.
23" Apple Aluminum Display (reconditioned) available for $1499; save $300
Friday, February 11 2005 @ 9:26 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Reconditioned 23" Apple Aluminum DVI Flat-Panel Displays available today for $1499. That represents a $300 savings over new models. An Apple one-year warranty is included.
New 15" PowerBooks available today with free battery and carrying case
Friday, February 11 2005 @ 9:00 AM ET | Article Link
MacZone has new 15" PowerBooks available with free extra batteries and carrying cases -- no rebates or forms involved. Both models are in stock today and available for immediate shipping:
- 15" 1.67GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $2294.98 sku 00324805
- 15" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combo: $1994.98 sku 00324803
PowerBook Shipping Reports for Friday, February 11th
Friday, February 11 2005 @ 8:56 AM ET | Article Link
Readers continue to send us their PowerBook shipping reports. Have you ordered one of the new PowerBooks from Apple or another reseller? Send us your shipping report, and we'll post them here anonymously.
The Apple Store is reporting stock today of 12" 1.5GHz PowerBooks. There is a 3-5 day wait for the 17" 1.67GHz PowerBook and the 15" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combo. There is a 5-7 day wait for the 15" 1.67GHz PowerBook G4. Check out the PowerBook price trackers at macprices.net for more information.
Here are the latest reports:
"Ordered: 17" - 1 GIg Single Chip. Ordered: 2-3-05. Expected Shipping: 2-10-05. Email just received: 'will now ship on or before 02/22/2005.' Talking to the guy at the Apple Store made it sound like the big holdup is with the 1GB module."
"I ordered a 15" 1.67 ghz / 100gb hd / 128mb video powerbook on 02/04/05. I was originally told 7 - 10 days. The shipping then became 'On or before 02/28/05. NOW I just received an email saying: 'Due to an unexpected supply delay, we are unable to ship the following item(s) by the date that you were originally quoted:PBG4 15/1.67/SD/CTO" Please note that product availability can change rapidly, and it is possible that your order may ship much sooner than we anticipate.'"
"OK so the PB 17 1.67 that I ordered on 02/07 is due to be delivered tomorrow 02/11/05 in Portland OR. As stated yesterday I was charged for the freight but not the product. The charge for the product still hasn't shown up on my account but I did receive notice this morning that the notebook was on the way and I have a tracking number. This is all great because the original ship date that I received was 02/17 so they are waaaayyyyy ahead of schedule on my behalf. Apparently Apple shipped my powerbook from Sacramento and I paid for 2-3 day freight....however they shipped it via Fed-Ex ground and Fedex doesn't guarantee that it will arrive in any less than "7-10 business days". THIS IS NOT A 3-DAY FREIGHT OPTION FROM FED-EX. Even though I am most likely going to see my machine ahead of schedule I was a little upset that I had paid the cost of expedited freight and the notebook had been sent via the slowest boat available. I called Apple this morning and the guy on the phone completely gave it up. He admitted that Apple decides upon the most cost efficient method of freight in hopes that it will get there in the promised time but if I don't receive it in the 3 days as promised he guarantees me a credit for the freight costs. So as far as I see it works out as such.... Ship all packages via the slowest and cheapest method and when someone has paid more than ground freight but doesn't receive their package in a timely manner just credit them back the difference. Apple still comes out above and more people will be happy than not. Most people will not complain even in disservice. Messed up. I will not see my package before next week and I'm certain that if they had chosen anything above "budget cost ground freight" that the package would have been prioritized ahead of other ground shipments and I would have seen it in 3 real days. I'm $18 up but still have to wait an additional weekend to have my computer because Apple was trying to save $5 on freight."
"I ordered a 15" PB 1.67 with 1 GB RAM, 128 MB VRAM on 2/2. Originally it was posted to ship on or before 2/9. On 2/9, the posting changed to 2/24. On 2/10 the posting changed to 2/28."
"I ordered my Powerbook at 9:30am EST on January 31st. I was told that they would ship my 15" 80GB SD 128ram by the 7th of February. I called to make sure that it would ship by that date and was told it would. The shipment never went out and I never was sent a notice by Apple about any delays. I logged on to website and checked my order and they had bumped it back to the 23rd of February!!!! I was super annoyed and called the customer service. The reps told me that the computer was ready to go, sitting in Shanghai and just needed to be picked up by the carrier. They told me that it would ship within 24 hours and that was on the 8th. I never got a notice on the 8th and I again contacted apple and they told me it would take 7-10 days, even though it was now listed as not going out before the 23rd. I told them that I had ordered on the 31st early AM and that this wait was crazy. They apologized and said that after reviewing my order it would be sent out within 24 hours that it was just waiting to be picked up by the carrier. The next day there were no emails and the status had not changed. Again I contacted Apple and they told me that it would ship out in 24 hours that the carrier just needed to pick up the item. It is now the night of the 10th and no word on the order. I again called the representatives and they said that their supervisor would contact Shanghai. In the meantime I logged back on to the website and something fishy happened...the date changed to the 28th for shipping!! I was really angry of course, but then it changed back to the 23rd...for two minutes....then back to the 28th and then finally back to the 23rd."
"I was not going to do a shipping report until, they delayed the estimated delivery time of my order by a lot. Ordered Feb 3, 15inch 1.67 Mhz 128VM 512 Ram, 80GB with superdrive. It was supposed to ship today (10th) but on the order status page it suddenly changed, no email notice (yet?), now they are saying the 28th. I had hoped the Powerbook would get here before the Mini which I ordered three days earlier than the Powerbook but it now looks like that might be in question. That is supposed to ship on March 1st. Today I received the Airport Express I ordered with the Powerbook, I was also somewhat annoyed it did not come with the plug extension cable. The only way to get that is to purchase a box that comes with a monster stereo cable and an optical cable for $40. I already have the other cables, at the very least they should sell them separately, if they are not going to bundle them. Needless to say, I am somewhat annoyed. $40 for an extension cord is a bit much...(a few hours later) as a follow up. I am seeing some very strange behavior on the order status page. If I refresh the page, 50% of the time it shows 2/28/05 and the other 50% it shows 2/10/05. Since I never got the email saying it would be on the 28th, like I did when the Airport Express was delayed, I am hoping for shipment today. It could be hitting different servers with different cached values or something, but this is very disconcerting; not sure which to believe."
"I ordered my 17in. Powerbook 1.67/stock on 2/8 with an expected shipping date of 2/17. Got notification that the Powerbook shipped same day. Since I payed for the expedited shipping, I should be getting it later today. THANKS APPLE!!!"
"Ordered mine on Amazon (no shipping $, but also no 8+% CA tax) on Tuesday night. Shipped late last night despite claiming a 2-3 day wait, and this with the SuperSaver shipping that is said to be slower. Claimed to arrive Feb 22 on, but I doubt they could find a way to ship it quite so slowly."
"Ordered a 17¾ PB on 1/27, got upgraded to the new PB and received it on 2/8/05."
"London, 10.02.2005. My 17" PowerBook 1.67 arrived today. The trackpad scrolling is *so* instinctive that I'm almost considering swapping from my mouse. I, too, find it a little slower than before. Keyboard feels better. Overall performance seems snappier than the 17" 1.5 it replaced. That's it so far. Lovely."
Previous shipping reports: 8, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1
40GB iPod available for $379; save $20
Friday, February 11 2005 @ 8:36 AM ET | Article Link
ClubMac has 40GB 4G iPods available for $379.04 after a $20 instant rebate. Put the iPod into your shopping cart to see the reduced price.
Discounted Apple Cinema Displays; save up to $120
Friday, February 11 2005 @ 8:35 AM ET | Article Link
ClubMac has some Apple Cinema Displays discounted up to $120 off MSRP via instant rebate. The 23" Apple Cinema Display is available for $1729.99 ($70 discount), while the 30" Apple Cinema Display is available for $2879.99 ($120 discount). Both units are in stock today.
Updated Mac RAM Prices
Thursday, February 10 2005 @ 1:01 PM ET | Article Link
We've updated our RAM Price Tracker at macprices.net with the latest information on RAM prices for PowerBooks, iBooks, Power Mac G5s, and iMac G5s from several top memory resellers.
Apple restocks Apple Certified Reconditioned PowerBooks; save up to $500
Thursday, February 10 2005 @ 9:42 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has restocked previous-generation Apple Certified Reconditioned PowerBook G4s. Each model comes with an Apple one-year warranty, just like new PowerBooks. The following configurations are available today:
- 17" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $1999
- 15" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combo: $1799
- 15" 1.33GHz PowerBook G4/Combo: $1499
- 12" 1.33GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $1299
- 12" 1.33GHz PowerBook G4/Combo: $1099
- 12" 1GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $1049
Some of these PowerBooks are $500 cheaper than their original list price.
14" 1.2GHz iBook G4 (reconditioned) available for $1049
Thursday, February 10 2005 @ 9:38 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Reconditioned 14" 1.2GHz iBook G4/Combos available today for $1049. An Apple one-year warranty is included.
Save $200 with Apple Reconditioned 14" 1.33GHz iBook G4s
Thursday, February 10 2005 @ 9:37 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Reconditioned 14" 1.33GHz iBook G4s available today for a $200 discount over new iBooks. An Apple one-year warranty is included with each model. The following configurations are available:
- 14" 1.33GHz iBook G4/SuperDrive: $1299
- 14" 1.33GHz iBook G4/Combo: $1099
12" 1.2GHz iBook G4 (reconditioned) available for $849; save $150
Thursday, February 10 2005 @ 9:36 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Reconditioned 12" 1.2GHz iBook G4/Combos available today for $849. That's a $150 savings over new models. An Apple one-year warranty is included.
PowerBook Shipping Reports for Thursday, February 10th
Thursday, February 10 2005 @ 9:07 AM ET | Article Link
Readers continue to send us their PowerBook shipping reports. Have you ordered one of the new PowerBooks from Apple or another reseller? Send us your shipping report, and we'll post them here anonymously.
The Apple Store is reporting stock today of the 15" 1.5GHz Combo model plus the 12" PowerBooks. There is a 4-6 day wait for the 17" 1.67GHz PowerBook and 7-10 day wait for the 15" 1.67GHz PowerBook/SuperDrive. Check out the PowerBook price trackers at macprices.net for more information.
Here are the latest reports:
"Originally ordered 2-2-05, to ship on or before 2-9-05, however I received this notice today 2-10-05 from Appleó'Due to an unexpected supply delay, we are unable to ship the following item(s) by the date that you were originally quoted: Z0B6, PBG4 15/1.67/SD/CTO will now ship on or before 02/25/2005. Please note that product availability can change rapidly, and it is possible that your order may ship much sooner than we anticipate. You may even receive a shipment confirmation between the time we send this email and the time that you read it.'"
"I ordered my PB 15 1.67 superdrive on 1/31 with express shipping. It shipped on 2/3 and arrived at FedEx in Houston on 2/5 where FedEx has LOST it. After spending the last two days on the phone with them trying to find out where it was, I finally had to drive to the local office, where they told me that they had no idea where it was and did I know what the box looked like. Today I called Apple to make them aware of the situation. They told me someone from Logistics would get back to me in 1-3 business days. I'm not happy at all since I ordered it based on availability and shipping time so that it would arrive this week. As it is, I may not get it for 2 or 3 weeks."
"Well, my pb17 ordered on 1/31 from the apple store finally shipped last night, 2/8 from the Sacramento facility. After having an original est. ship of 2/3, then 2/11 due to parts shortages, it shipped. Currently expecting to receive it on monday, 2/14. I had setup for free shipping, and received no upgrades on it, as it's coming ground from California to Ohio, ugh. At least it shows the correct destination city, after seeing what other people had happen to theirs."
"Ordered my stock 12" Powerbook on Jan 31st 845AM, was told that it would ship on or before Wednesday Feb.3 and would arrive no later than the 8th... it didn't ship until the 5th and won't be here till the 11th... UPS has instructed me to take up the claim with Apple, stating that Apple is probably misquoting people on ETA's. You'd expect this kind of crap from some start-up online electronics store, not Apple!"
"I placed my order on Feb 2nd. I am still waiting. No point in expedite shipping if it is coming from China. Apple should tell people where their stuff is coming from. This is ridiculous. Feb 9, 2005 11:18 P.M. SHANGHAI, CN. ADVERSE WEATHER CONDITIONS CAUSED THIS DELAY. 7:42 P.M. SHANGHAI, CN. ORIGIN SCAN, 4:50 P.M. SHANGHAI, CN. EXPORT SCAN, Feb 8, 2005 2:41 A.M., CN. Estimated arrival on the 15th.... in theory"
Previous shipping reports: 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1
Mac mini available with free keyboard and mouse
Thursday, February 10 2005 @ 8:51 AM ET | Article Link
MacMall is offering a free MacAlly iKey4 Keyboard and MacAlly Dot Mouse pointer with the purchase of any Mac mini through March 31st. There is a $34.99 mail-in rebate involved with the purchase. Other optional bundles (free after mail-in rebates) include Sennheiser headphones & earbuds and an Epson printer.
10% off at Target including iPods
Thursday, February 10 2005 @ 8:41 AM ET | Article Link
Use coupon code TCFEBRUARYJS during the checkout process at Target through February 11th to receive 10% off your entire order, including iPods and iPod accessories.
15" PowerBooks available with free upgrade to 1GB RAM
Wednesday, February 9 2005 @ 10:08 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has new 15" PowerBook G4s available with a free upgrade to 1GB of RAM. The extra 512MB of RAM is free after a $129 mail-in rebate, but there is no installation fee. Other optional bundles, free after mail-in rebates, include an Epson printer plus a Saddlebag notebook case:
- 15" 1.67GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $2294; sku 5638100
- 15" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combo: $1994; sku 5638089
The 15" 1.5GHz model is in stock today!
$150-$100 discount on iBook G4s
Wednesday, February 9 2005 @ 9:38 AM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com continues to offer a $150-$100 mail-in rebate on all new iBooks through February 22, 2005. Mail-in rebate forms can be found on each product's specification page or on the price trackers at macprices.net. To qualify for the rebate, you must purchase the iBook from Amazon.com -- not one of their partners (Office Depot, etc.). Including the rebates, prices are as follows:
$150 rebate:
- 14" 1.33GHz iBook G4/SuperDrive: $1349.99 MSRP $1499
- 14" 1.33GHz iBook G4/Combo: $1149.99 MSRP $1299
$100 rebate:
- 12" 1.2GHz iBook G4/Combo: $899.99 MSRP $999
New 15" PowerBooks available with free battery and carrying case
Wednesday, February 9 2005 @ 9:29 AM ET | Article Link
MacZone has new 15" PowerBooks available with free extra batteries and carrying cases -- no rebates or forms involved. Both models are in stock today and available for immediate shipping:
- 15" 1.67GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $2294.98 sku 00324805
- 15" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combo: $1994.98 sku 00324803
14" 1.33GHz iBook G4/SuperDrive (reconditioned) available for $1299; save $200
Wednesday, February 9 2005 @ 9:11 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Reconditioned 14" 1.33GHz iBook G4/SuperDrives available today for $1299. That represents a $200 savings over new models. An Apple one-year warranty is included.
12" 1GHz iBook G4/Combo (reconditioned) available for $799
Wednesday, February 9 2005 @ 9:09 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Reconditioned 12" 1GHz iBook G4/Combos available today for $799. An Apple one-year warranty is included.
PowerBook Shipping Reports for Wednesday, February 9th
Wednesday, February 9 2005 @ 9:06 AM ET | Article Link
Readers continue to send us their PowerBook shipping reports. Have you ordered one of the new PowerBooks from Apple or another reseller? Send us your shipping report, and we'll post them here anonymously.
The Apple Store is reporting stock today of the 15" 1.5GHz Combo model plus the 12" PowerBooks. There is a 4-6 day wait for the 17" 1.67GHz PowerBook and 7-10 day wait for the 15" 1.67GHz PowerBook/SuperDrive. Check out the PowerBook price trackers at macprices.net for more information.
Here are the latest reports:
"I ordered a PB 17 1.67 on 02/07. After spending most of my day on hold between apple and Juniper (card services for apple) for a simple addition to my address info, they did charge my card today and sent me an invoice......for $18.00. So apparently my expedited freight is on the way ahead of time? Is this common? I hope the added interest is worth it since the machine itself isn't supposed to ship uptil the 17th."
"I ordered the laptop on January 31st. It should arrive tomorrow, 02-09-05. It was CTO vis-a-vis a RAM and HD upgrade. Here's the salient details from the Apple store and FedEx: Part Number: Z0B6. Product Name: PowerBook 15" 1.67GHz SuperDrive. Ship Date: 02/04/2005. Estimated Delivery Date : 02/09/2005 10:30. Last report: Left FedEx Sort Facility INDIANAPOLIS IN 02/08/2005 16:52."
"15" Powerbok 1.67: Order Date 01/31/2005, 05:57 PM PST. Shipped 02/04/2005. Arrived at my local Fedex on 02/08/05 - was told by FEDEX that Apple did not give them a shipping address; Apple and Fedex proceeded to blame each other; finally Apple rep said I could go pick it up which I did! Picked up 2/8/05 at 2:15 PM PST."
"I ordered a 15" PB 1.67 with 1 GB RAM, 128 MB VRAM on 2/2. Originally it was posted to ship on or before 2/9. Today, the posting changed to 2/24."
"Ordered 02/02 via Apple Educational store new pb G4 1.67 with downgrade to combo drive. Estimated ship was 3-5 days, order shipped on 02/04 (!) via Shanghai and Fed Ex (I did the free shipping option). Everything great except for Fed Ex who delivered the powerbook today... but to the wrong address. Yikes. They do this_all_ the time, reading my city name as the street address. Very sloppy, and especially for a $2,000 order! Not happy with Fed Ex but at least they recovered the package and have just delivered it to me. I haven't turned it on yet but man it looks cooool! I am just thrilled and awed by the great service from Apple. Less than a week from China to So. Cal, despite my local Fed Ex office! "
"Order the following on 2 Feb 2005: PowerBook G4 17/1.67. Shipping method FedEx: Left SHANGHAI CN on Feb 5., Arrives at ANCHORAGE AK on Feb 7., In INDIANAPOLIS IN on Feb 8 with Regulatory Agency Clearance Delay. Schedule for delivery on Feb 9. I don't think it will be delivered by then."
"I just ordered a 12" PowerBook Superdrive, 768MB RAM, and a Mini-DVI to Video adaptar. I purchased it throught the ADC Student Developer program. 1420¸ total, with estimated shipping date before 02/15"
"FedEx just delivered this morning my fully loaded 15" 1.67Ghz PowerBook a day earlier than the tracking page estimated. I'm like a kid at Christmas. The unit arrived in flawless condition with everything working, no scratches, no bad pixels, etc. Going from a 12" to a 15" makes this thing seem giant, so I can't imagine if I had gotten a 17". All the new features work great (brighter backlit keyboard, scrolling trackpad). Obviously, I have not tested the mobile HD protection and hope I never will. Great machine. No buyer regret here."
"I ordered my 17" PB + 2GB RAM on the afternoon of release using the ADC Select hardware purchase program. The original ship date was supposed to be 2/7. Today I received an email indicating: 'Due to an unexpected supply delay, we are unable to ship the following item(s) by the date that you were originally quoted: Z0BA, PBG4 17/1.67/SD/CTO will now ship on or before 02/17/2005.' Blast."
"I ordered a stock 12"/Combo from the higher ed. store on Sat. night (2/5), and it apparently shipped this morning at 2am (Tues. 2/8) via "UPSH", though the tracking number doesn't work on the UPS site yet (Apple says wait 12-24 hours for tracking to work). The bundled Canon printer shipped separately yesterday afternoon via FedEx, and that tracking does work - "on vehicle for delivery" as of 5am. Look to me like people with 15" orders, and any BTO options are seeing much longer waits. I think there was a lot of pent up demand. I know I've been waiting for PB upgrades since October."
Previous shipping reports: 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1
OBR 14" 1.2GHz iBook G4 available for $1023
Wednesday, February 9 2005 @ 8:46 AM ET | Article Link
MacMall has open-box return 14" 1.2GHz iBook G4/Combos available for $1023.99. Look for item number 456173.
$270 worth of free bundles included with PowerBooks and iBooks
Wednesday, February 9 2005 @ 8:41 AM ET | Article Link
ClubMac has new PowerBook G4s and iBook G4s available with up to $270 worth of free bundles. These include the following:
- Sennheiser HD437 headphones
- Sennheiser MX400 earbuds
- 512MB RAM upgrade ($39.99 installation fee)
- Epson Stylus C86 printer
- Mobile Edge carrying case
Each item is optional, and all require mail-in rebates. All three iBooks are in stock today, as are the new 12" and 15" PowerBook G4s. The 17" PowerBook is available for preorder.
Why Can't Apple's 'Books Be Easier To Upgrade And Repair?
Wednesday, February 9 2005 @ 8:29 AM ET | Article Link
by Charles W. Moore
In a commentary entitled "Laptop Replacement Vs. Repair" last week Forbes' Arik Hesseldahl related how he decided to replace his 3+ year old TiBook with a new 1.67 GHz AlBook. Three years is not an unusual interval between system upgrades § personally I've never managed to go that long myself in 13 years on the Mac. However, I prefer that the impetus to move on be a voluntary decision based on a perceived need for better performance and features rather than obligatory because of hardware failure. Arik's recent system upgrade was due to the latter. Read More
17" 1.67GHz PowerBook in stock today w/free upgrade to 1GB RAM
Tuesday, February 8 2005 @ 2:27 PM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has the new 17" 1.67GHz PowerBook G4 in stock today for $2694 including a free upgrade to 1GB of RAM. Look for item number 5638169. The extra 512MB of RAM is free after a $129 mail-in rebate, but there is no installation fee. Other optional bundles, free after mail-in rebates, include an Epson printer and carrying case.
PowerBook Shipping Reports for Tuesday, February 8th
Tuesday, February 8 2005 @ 9:53 AM ET | Article Link
Readers continue to send us their PowerBook shipping reports. Have you ordered one of the new PowerBooks from Apple or another reseller? Send us your shipping report, and we'll post them here anonymously.
The Apple Store is reporting stock today of the 15" 1.5GHz Combo model plus the 12" 1.5GHz Combo model. There is a 3-5 day wait for the 12" 1.5GHz SuperDrive PowerBook, 5-7 day wait for the 17" 1.67GHz PowerBook, and 7-10 day wait for the 15" 1.67GHz PowerBook/SuperDrive. Check out the PowerBook price trackers at macprices.net for more information.
Here are the latest reports:
"I wrote to you earlier about my powerbook order, but after some research tonight I wanted to shed some light on something that I think some people might see as a problem. My powerbook was ordered under the 2-3 day shipping option. I expect Apple to pay for a service that is some form of a 2-3 day option. The way that the PBs are shipped using this option is with UPS World Expedited. UPS says the following things on their website about the World Expedited Service:
- A fast, guaranteed service for less urgent international shipments
- Guaranteed On-time Delivery from Two to Five Days
- Most shipments to Canada and Mexico are delivered withinïtwo business days.
- Most shipments to major destinations in Europe and Asia are delivered within four business days.
My problem with this is that this is not a 2-3 day shipping option. It is a 2-5 day, with the shipments coming from out of Asia (I.E. Shanghai) being delivered in four business days. When I talked to UPS tonight they said that they do have options that could have had the laptop to me in the correct amount of time. To me this seems like Apple is trying to save a buck or two (which makes sense in business as long as you give the customer what you say you are going to.) My laptop will not get to me until Thursday or Friday...(possibly next week because of an addressing error on Apple's part). It shipped last Friday. This is not indicative of Apple's usual level of service. Anyways, I was just going to see if you could help me get the word out on this."
"Ordered a 15"/1.67 GHz/512 MB RAM/128 VRAM/SuperDrive/100 GB HD/ at 5:30 p.m. MST on February 5th. Also ordered iWork Academic. Quoted shipping date is on or before February 22nd, 2005! Add to that the five-day transit time (The only option unfortunately) and we're looking at over three weks from order to receipt!"
"The PowerBook left Alaska @ 5:20 PM yesterday, but is yet to show up anywhere today. This is not my usual experience with PBs coming out of Shanghai. I called UPS and they said that it will be here by Thursday. Apple apparently did not give them my whole shipping address, so I have to go pick it up @ the main hub. I paid for the 2-3 day service. Apple pays for UPS "Expedited" International Service. If you look at UPS's web site they say that Expedited service is a 5 day guarantee, not a 2-3 day guarantee. This kind of hacks me off. Apple said though that if it is not here by Wednesday (a day before UPS says it will be here) they will refund my shipping. Doesn't do much for me considering I need it for a presentation on Wednesday."
"I ordered a top of the line PB 15"/1.5 GHz from the UK Apple Store on January 20th to replace a dropped Ti PB 500. The shipping date I was given at that time was on or before 1 Feb. On Jan 31, I learned it was upgraded to a 15"/1.67 GHz model to ship on or before 7 Feb. Today, I was notified that due to overwhelming demand it would ship on or before 14 Feb. At least they're letting me know."
"Hi, this arrived a few minutes ago - i.e. 6pm on the day my PowerBook was originally quoted as shipping (UK). Looks like, once again, Apple has screwed up on both its manufacturing and its customer service. Will they never learn? I may well cancel this thing now and go back to DELL - they have never delivered late in 4 years of ordering. And Apple want people to switch... are they really trying to tell me that they only just found this out today? 'Thank you for shopping at the Apple Store. The demand for the product you ordered has been higher than anticipated. We are shipping as quickly as possible, but cannot meet the ship date we previously estimated for you. We now expect to ship your order by February 14th, 2005.'"
"I ordered a 12" superdrive stock powerbook through the apple education store on Feb 5th. Estimated ship date was Feb 14th, but got an email today saying it has shipped, no estimated arrival date yet though. Awesome, i hope it gets here soon. Also they are shipping it from California UPS expedited, seems like they usually use FedEx."
"Apple Store On-Line Order Date: Jan 31, 2005, Estimated Arrival: February 9th, 2005, Current Fedex Tracking Report (as of 2/7/05): In transit"
Previous shipping reports: 5, 4, 3, 2, 1
Updated PowerBook Price Trackers; New and Leftover Models
Tuesday, February 8 2005 @ 9:43 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 Apple's authorized internet/catalog resellers.
Information on older models can be found on our 15" PowerBook (previous-generation) Price Tracker, 12" PowerBook (previous-generation) Price Tracker, and 17" PowerBook (previous-generation) Price Tracker.
Which Apple is Right for You? Part II: Desktop Macs and iPods
Tuesday, February 8 2005 @ 9:42 AM ET | Article Link
by Noah Kravitz
Part one of this article, which ran yesterday, took a look at Apple's current portable computer lineup in an effort to make your buying decisions a bit easier in light of the recently updated PowerBook G4 machines. Today's installment looks at the rest of Apple's offerings, from eMacs, iMacs and PowerMacs to the complete iPod family. Read More...
Tons of Apple Certified Reconditioned PowerBooks; save up to $400
Tuesday, February 8 2005 @ 9:02 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store dropped prices on all previous-generation Apple Certified Reconditioned PowerBook G4s by as much as $400 last week. Each model comes with an Apple one-year warranty, just like new PowerBooks. The following configurations are back in stock today:
- 17" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $1999 ($400 drop)
- 15" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combo: $1799 ($200 drop)
- 15" 1.33GHz PowerBook G4/Combo: $1499 ($200 drop)
- 12" 1.33GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $1299 ($250 drop)
- 12" 1.33GHz PowerBook G4/Combo: $1099 ($250 drop)
12" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combo available for $1494 with 1GB of RAM
Tuesday, February 8 2005 @ 8:51 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has the new 12" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combo in stock today for $1494 including a free 512MB RAM upgrade for a total of 1GB of RAM. Look for item number 5638046. There is a $129 mail-in rebate associated with the extra RAM, but there is no installation fee. Other optional bundles, free after mail-in rebates, include an Epson printer and a carrying case.
Free $10 iTunes gift card with iPod purchase
Monday, February 7 2005 @ 6:16 PM ET | Article Link
Purchase any iPod at MacZone (shuffle excluded) and receive a free $10 iTunes gift certificate. No fees or rebates are involved -- the gift card is simply included with the purchase.
Which Apple is Right for You? Part I: PowerBooks and iBooks
Monday, February 7 2005 @ 10:23 AM ET | Article Link
by Noah Kravitz
2005 is hardly a month old and already it's been a busy year in MacWorld. MacWorld San Francisco ushered in the new era of consumer-commoditized Apple products with the sub-$500 Macintosh and sub-$100 iPod, and last week's minor update to the PowerBook G4 line confirmed the sad truth that we likely won't see a PB G5 until the snow melts on the East Coast of the U.S. Working in a school, as I do by day, I'm often asked for computer-buying advice by colleagues and parents alike. I think I've fielded more such questions in the past month than in the previous twelve combined: The Mac mini really has captured the imagination of the consumer market. When you look at Apple's current lineup -- especially considering the iMac G5 (unveiled late last year) and the newly less expensive PowerBook G4s -- figuring out which Mac is the best choice for you isn't necessarily such an easy chore. Read More...
Leftover 12" 1.33GHz PowerBooks discounted $300
Monday, February 7 2005 @ 9:42 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has new, leftover, previous-generation 12" 1.33GHz PowerBook G4s discounted by $300. The 12" 1.33GHz PowerBook G4/Combo is available for $1299, and the 12" 1.33GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive is available for $1499. Look in the Sale section of their Special Deals section. Shipping is available in 3-5 days for both models.
15" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combo available today w/free 512MB RAM upgrade
Monday, February 7 2005 @ 9:20 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has the new 15" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combo in stock today for $1994 including a free 512MB RAM upgrade for a total of 1GB of RAM. Look for item number 5638089. There is a $129 mail-in rebate associated with the extra RAM, but there is no installation fee. Also free, after mail-in rebates, is an Epson printer plus a carrying case.
New 15" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combo in stock today w/free battery and case
Monday, February 7 2005 @ 9:07 AM ET | Article Link
MacZone has new 15" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combos in stock today for $1994.98 including a free extra battery plus a free carrying case. Look for item number 00324803. There are no fees or rebates involved -- the bundled items are just free.
OBR 14" 1.33GHz iBook G4/SuperDrive available for $1279; save $220
Monday, February 7 2005 @ 9:04 AM ET | Article Link
MacMall has open-box return 14" 1.33GHz iBook G4/SuperDrives available for $1279.99. Look for item number 651957. That represents a $220 savings over unopened models.
PowerBook Shipping Reports for Monday, February 7th
Monday, February 7 2005 @ 9:00 AM ET | Article Link
Readers continue to send us their PowerBook shipping reports. Have you ordered one of the new PowerBooks from Apple or another reseller? Send us your shipping report, and we'll post them here anonymously.
The Apple Store is reporting stock today of the 15" 1.5GHz Combo model plus the 12" 1.5GHz Combo model. There is a 3-5 day wait for the 12" 1.5GHz SuperDrive PowerBook, 5-7 day wait for the 17" 1.67GHz PowerBook, and 7-10 day wait for the 15" 1.67GHz PowerBook/SuperDrive. Check out the PowerBook price trackers at macprices.net for more information.
Here are the latest reports:
"I ordered a stock 17" at 7:29pm on the 31st and picked regular delivery. Apple said estimated delivery was 1-3 business days, and confirmed shipment on the 3rd. The PowerBook left Shanghai on the 3rd at 11:30PM.Arrived at Anchorage on the 4th and proceeded to Indianapolis on the 5th. It arrived in Seattle on the 6th at 2:30am, but was shipped to
Memphis later this afternoon at 12:30pm. It's absolutely crazy, because I am in Seattle and the expected delivery date is the 7th of Feb at 10:30am. I have no idea what's going on, but they better send it back to Seattle tonight so that they can get it to me tomorrow at 10:30am."
"I purchased a 12" PowerBook 1.5GHZ, 100GB HD, 512 MB RAM from the Apple Store for Education (Individuals) the day they were released. I should get it tomorrow, though the UPS tracking page has bizarre errors--strange issues there, but the UPS page says it'll be delivered Monday, so I've got my fingers crossed!"
"Order placed (with Amazon) on Jan. 31, originally ordered to ship on April 2 (!). Order updated this past week now scheduled to ship the week of Feb. 11th."
"It's here! Fedex delivered my 1.67 Ghz Powerbook on Friday afternoon, February 5. What a sexy machine. The origin of shipment was Shanghai, and the destination was Hawaii. Shipping date was Feb. 1. The order was placed on January 31st, just before the announcement of the new machines. Fortunately, Apple "automatically" upgraded the order to the 1.67 model. My machine came with an 80 Gig drive, which was spec'd in the original 1.5 Ghz order. (I hope this means my sis' got $200 off the price ($100 for the smaller drive & $100 drop in total system price.) I'm thrilled!"
"Feb 5, 2005, 2:46 P.M., SHANGHAI, CN, EXPORT SCAN, Feb 4, 2005, 2:43 P.M., SHANGHAI, CN, ORIGIN SCAN, 4:42 A.M. CN"
Previous shipping reports: 4, 3, 2, 1
$30 off iPod photos
Monday, February 7 2005 @ 8:52 AM ET | Article Link
ClubMac has iPod photos discounted as much as $30 off MSRP via an instant rebate. Put an iPod into your shopping cart to see the reduced price. Including the discount, the 40GB iPod photo is available for $474.05, and the 60GB iPod photo is available for $569.05. Laser engraving is free for a limited time. Both photos are in stock today.
iPod mini available for $236 including speakers, headphones, and earbuds
Monday, February 7 2005 @ 8:50 AM ET | Article Link
ClubMac has all iPod minis (except Green) available today for $236.54 including their instant discount (put an iPod into your shopping cart to see the discounted price). Optional bundles, all free after mail-in rebates, include Spin-45 speakers, Sennheiser headphones, and Sennheiser earbuds.
Discounted Apple Cinema Displays; save up to $120
Monday, February 7 2005 @ 8:48 AM ET | Article Link
ClubMac has some Apple Cinema Displays discounted up to $120 off MSRP via instant rebate. The 23" Apple Cinema Display is available for $1729.99 ($70 discount), while the 30" Apple Cinema Display is available for $2879.99 ($120 discount). Both units are in stock today.
Factory-refurbished HP iPods available; save up to $50
Monday, February 7 2005 @ 8:33 AM ET | Article Link
HP Shopping has factory-refurbished HP iPods available in their refurbished section for up to $50 off new models. The 20GB HP iPod is available for $274.99, and the 40GB HP iPod is available for $349.99. A 90-day warranty is included.
Slashed prices on leftover PowerBooks; up to $270 worth of free bundles
Saturday, February 5 2005 @ 9:51 AM ET | Article Link
ClubMac and MacMall have leftover PowerBook G4s available with up to $270 worth of free bundles. Prices are discounted up to $500 with these models. Each bundled item is optional, and all require various mail-in rebates. The following items are available:
- Sennheiser HD437 headphones
- Sennheiser MX400 earbuds
- 512MB RAM upgrade ($39.99 installation fee)
- Epson Stylus C86 printer
- Mobile Edge carrying case
The following configurations are now available, including prices and skus:
- 17" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4: $2294 ($500 drop); sku 401980
- 15" 1.33GHz PowerBook G4/Combo: $1694 ($300 drop); sku 401977
- 12" 1.33GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $1494 ($300 drop); sku 401976
- 12" 1.33GHz PowerBook G4/Combo: $1294 ($300 drop); sku 401975
Weekend PowerBook Shipping Reports
Saturday, February 5 2005 @ 9:45 AM ET | Article Link
Readers continue to send us their PowerBook shipping reports. Have you ordered one of the new PowerBooks from Apple or another reseller? Send us your shipping report, and we'll post them here anonymously.
The Apple Store is reporting stock today of the 15" 1.5GHz Combo model plus the 12" 1.5GHz Combo model. There is a 3-5 day wait for the 12" 1.5GHz SuperDrive PowerBook, 5-7 day wait for the 17" 1.67GHz PowerBook, and 7-10 day wait for the 15" 1.67GHz PowerBook/SuperDrive. Check out the PowerBook price trackers at macprices.net for more information.
Here are the latest reports:
"I ordered 1.67 15", BTOed to drop the SuperDrive, 2/2/05 2:04PM EST. It shipped 2/5/2005, est delivery 2/9/2005"
"I ordered the new 1.67 GHz Powerbook 17 (stock config.) at 10:38 A.M. EST on Jan. 31. Shipping was listed as on or before 2/3. My 17 left China on 2/3 and arrived in Alaska on 2/4. Scheduled delivery on the East Coast is by 10:30 a.m. 2/7. (I chose the 2-day shipping option.) So, assuming it arrives Monday morning, at least one batch of the new Lapzillas has gone out."
"Ordered new 17" PB with upgraded Memory to 1 Gig. It shipped on 2/4. Was scheduled to arrive on 2/7. Just checked Fed-Ex - It left China and is now scheduled for 2/11..."
"I ordered a 15/SD/1.67/100gb/2x512mb/128mb VR on Feb. 1 at 12:20 pm. Originally scheduled to ship on or before Feb. 8, but it actually shipped last night, Feb. 3, a full five days early! Very pleased with Apple at this point. FedEx says to expect it on the 9th before 10:30 am."
"I ordered a new 17 inch Powerbook at around 11 pm CST on 1/31/05. It shipped from Shanghai, China on Feb 3 and is due at my home in Texas on 2/7/05 by 4:30 pm. I did not pay extra for shipping; it is coming Fed Ex."
"Replacing my 12¾ Powerbook and ordered 15¾ 1.67 Ghz, 512MB, 128VRAM, 100GB HD Monday afternoon (1/31). Got shipping notice early yesterday morning. Actually shipped from China today (2/4) with expected delivery on 2/9. Had hoped earlier. Oh well."
Previous shipping reports: 3, 2, 1
15" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive (reconditioned) available for $1799
Saturday, February 5 2005 @ 8:56 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Reconditioned 15" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrives available for $1799. An Apple one-year warranty is included.
12" 1.2GHz iBook G4 (reconditioned) available for $849; save $150
Saturday, February 5 2005 @ 8:55 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Reconditioned 12" 1.2GHz iBook G4/Combos available today for $849. That's a $150 savings over new models. An Apple one-year warranty is included.
iBook G4 instant rebates; save up to $50
Friday, February 4 2005 @ 3:56 PM ET | Article Link
ClubMac's instant rebates save you up to $50 on the price of a new iBook, and there are no fees or rebates involved. Choose the instant rebate option, and place an iBook into your shopping cart, to see the reduced price. No free bundles are offered if you choose the instant rebate. The following models are available:
- 12" 1.2GHz iBook G4/Combo: $969 ($30 off)
- 14" 1.33GHz iBook G4/Combo: $1259 ($40 off)
- 14" 1.33GHz iBook G4/SuperDrive: $1449 ($50 off)
12" 1.33GHz PowerBook G4/Combo (reconditioned) available for $1099
Friday, February 4 2005 @ 1:52 PM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has reconditioned 12" 1.33GHz PowerBook G4/Combos available for $1099. Look for item number 5126139. A 90-day parts and labor warranty is included.
PowerBook shipping reports for Friday, February 4th
Friday, February 4 2005 @ 10:51 AM ET | Article Link
Readers continue to send us their PowerBook shipping reports. Have you ordered one of the new PowerBooks from Apple or another reseller? Send us your shipping report. We'll post them here anonymously. Here are the latest reports:
"Well, I ordered a PB 17" on 1/31 about 12:30pm. It was supposed to ship on 2/3, but that has come and gone, and I now received a email from Apple saying:
Due to an unexpected supply delay, we are unable to ship the following item(s) by the date that you were originally quoted: M9689LL/A, PBG4 17/1.67/1X512/100/SD/APX/BT/128-USA will now ship on or before 02/11/2005 Please note that product availability can change rapidly, and it is possible that your order may ship much sooner than we anticipate. You may even receive a shipment confirmation between the time we send this email and the time that you read it.
So, if they come in sooner at my local Apple Store, I'm buying, or if they have any "Ultimate" 15's with 128vram and 100GB drives. I'm not seeing anyone else putting in shipping reports for 17's, so I'm not sure if some have gone out, or if it's just none have."
"I ordered a PBG4 15/1.67/SD/CTO with 1gig memory and the 128MB vram upgrade at 2:08pm (california time) on 1/31. It shipped 2/4 from Shanghai via fedex. Est. delivery date is 2/9."
"PBG4 15/1.67/SD/CTO, order placed on Jan 31, 3.07PM GMT, estimated shipping on or before the 7th. A lot of people who placed their order later already got their delivered, c'mon apple..."
"I had placed an order last week for the earlier 1.5 G 15" machine, and got an email on Monday that i was being upgraded. It shipped tuesday, and got to the east coast thursday morning. runs wonderfully, the keyboard is very bright, and the dvd burner is quite quick. All pixels accounted for. All software comes on two disks, and OS9 is not installed for Classic use. Used the firewire synchronization with my G4 Sawtooth, but it took 3 hours to complete."
"i ordered a 15" pbook 1.67Ghz, 1gig ram (1 slot), 100gig HD with apple care... January 31, 2005 6:22:08 PM PST... first it said 3-5 days to ship... now it is listing "on or before 2/8". the apple care box just sits and taunts me the last few days."
"The Apple store in Phoenix, AZ just got the new 17" powerbooks in stock today. I picked one up along with a 30" Cinema Display. Both are hooked up and working great!"
"Ordered at the Belgian Apple Store: Order Date, 02/02/2005, 12:19 PM GMT, PBG4 17/1.67/SD/CTO, Z0BA, On or before, 09/02/2005 (9 feb/2005)"
"ORDER DATE: 01/31/05 - 05:57 PM Pacific Standard Time, Shipping On or before 02/08/2005"
Previous shipping reports: 2, 1
Reconditioned 12" 1.33GHz PowerBooks available starting at $1099
Friday, February 4 2005 @ 10:44 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Reconditioned 12" 1.33GHz PowerBooks available starting at $1099. Each model comes with an Apple one-year warranty. The following models are available:
- 12" 1.33GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $1299
- 12" 1.33GHz PowerBook G4/Combo: $1099
15" 1.33GHz PowerBook G4/Combo (reconditioned) available for $1499
Friday, February 4 2005 @ 10:42 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Reconditioned 15" 1.33GHz PowerBook G4/Combos available today for $1499. An Apple one-year warranty is included.
17" 1.5GHz PowerBooks available for $1999
Friday, February 4 2005 @ 10:40 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Reconditioned 17" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4s available today for $1999. An Apple one-year warranty is included.
15" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive available for $1949
Friday, February 4 2005 @ 10:38 AM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com has leftover 15" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrives available for $1949.99 after their $150 mail-in rebate, good through February 22nd. Put the PowerBook into your shopping cart to see the reduced price, then subtract the $150 mail-in rebate (coupon).
Save $200 with Apple Reconditioned 14" 1.33GHz iBook G4s
Friday, February 4 2005 @ 10:36 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Reconditioned 14" 1.33GHz iBook G4s available today for a $200 discount over new iBooks. An Apple one-year warranty is included with each model. The following configurations are available:
- 14" 1.33GHz iBook G4/SuperDrive: $1299
- 14" 1.33GHz iBook G4/Combo: $1099
Update:
The $1099 model has sold out.
Updated PowerBook Price Trackers; New and Leftover Models
Friday, February 4 2005 @ 10:31 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 Apple's authorized internet/catalog resellers.
Information on older models can be found on our 15" PowerBook (previous-generation) Price Tracker, 12" PowerBook (previous-generation) Price Tracker, and 17" PowerBook (previous-generation) Price Tracker.
Apple reconditioned 1.25GHz eMacs available starting at $649
Friday, February 4 2005 @ 10:30 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Reconditioned 1.25GHz eMacs available today for a $150-$200 discount over new models. The 1.25GHz eMac/Combo is available for $649, while the 1.25GHz eMac/SuperDrive is available for $799. Each eMac comes with an Apple one-year warranty.
Updated Desktop Price Trackers
Friday, February 4 2005 @ 10:29 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our iMac G5 Price Tracker, Power Mac G5 Price Tracker, and eMac Price Tracker with the latest information on prices, availability, and bundles from most of Apple's authorized internet/catalog resellers.
Updated Mac mini Price Tracker
Friday, February 4 2005 @ 10:28 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our Mac mini Price Tracker with the latest information on prices, bundles, and availability from Apple's Authorized Internet/Catalog Resellers.
Mac mini available with free keyboard and mouse
Friday, February 4 2005 @ 10:27 AM ET | Article Link
MacMall is offering a free MacAlly iKey4 Keyboard and MacAlly Dot Mouse pointer with the purchase of any Mac mini through March 31st. There is a $34.99 mail-in rebate involved with the purchase. Other optional bundles (free after mail-in rebates) include Sennheiser headphones & earbuds and an Epson printer.
Updated iPod Price Trackers
Friday, February 4 2005 @ 10:26 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our iPod Price Trackers with the latest information on prices, bundles, and availabilty from over 27 of Apple's Authorized iPod Resellers. The following price trackers are available:
- iPod shuffle Prices
- iPod Prices
- iPod photo Prices
- iPod mini Prices
Updated Clearance Price Trackers
Friday, February 4 2005 @ 10:26 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 14 Mac dealers. We've also updated our Clearance Mac Desktops Price Tracker with the latest information on Power Macs, iMacs, minis, and eMacs.
New 15" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combo in stock today w/free battery and case
Thursday, February 3 2005 @ 11:04 AM ET | Article Link
MacZone has new 15" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combos in stock today for $1994.98 including a free extra battery plus a free carrying case. Look for item number 00324803. There are no fees or rebates involved -- the bundled items are just free.
More PowerBook G4 Shipping Reports
Thursday, February 3 2005 @ 10:35 AM ET | Article Link
Readers continue to send us their PowerBook shipping reports. Have you ordered one of the new PowerBooks from Apple or another reseller? Send us your shipping report. We'll post them here anonymously. Here are the latest reports:
"My 15" 1.67 PB w/ 128VRAM (otherwise stock configuration) ordered at 9:38am PST on Monday Jan 31 shipped today, Thursday February 3 via FedEx. "
"I ordered (in the UK) the previous version (15" top of the line) on 20 Jan (to replace a dropped Ti-book). Order upgraded on 31 Jan, with a verbal estimate of 7-8 days. Store still shows an estimated ship date of 1 Feb. No sign of it yet."
"Ordered 12" Powerbook Superdrive, w/ 100gb hd upgrade on Monday @ 11:00am eastern. At time of order Apple said, on or before February 7th. As noted, invoice states backlit keyboard. My new 23" cinema is sitting on my desk waiting for a partner. I hope the 20gb hd upgrade is worth the extra three day wait...Below is the latest tracking information as of Feb 3, 1:15am. Looks like my new PB is somewhere in the last frontier of america:
Feb 2, 2005
1:03 P.M. - ANCHORAGE, AK, US - ARRIVAL SCAN
10:46 P.M. - SHANGHAI, CN - DEPARTURE SCAN
4:09 P.M. - SHANGHAI, CN - EXPORT SCAN
Feb 1, 2005
7:48 P.M. - SHANGHAI, CN - ORIGIN SCAN
5:11 A.M. - CN - BILLING INFORMATION RECEIVED"
"Ordered 1.67Mhz 15" SuperDrive PB at apple.com on Feb 1st at about 6PM PST and have been told that it will ship from Sacremento, CA between 7th and 9th."
"I ordered a 15" PB with 1 GB RAM, 128 VRAM on 2/2/05. The website order status says it will ship on or before 2/9."
"I put in my order at the Apple web site on 1/31/2005 at 7:04 AM PST. The order is for PBG4 15/1.5/COMBO//CTO: Powerbook G4 15" w/ 64 MB VRAM, 512M RAM, 80 GB HD, 8x SuperDrive, Airport Extreme, Backlit Keyboard. The estimated ship date is on or before 02/07/2005."
"Ordered Jan 31, 845AM 12" Superdrive, Ships on or before 2/3, $1621 w/ed.discount. So amazing how difficult it is to get along without a computer. The wait is driving me crazy since I sold my 15" Alum to get this one. I'm so close to cancelling my order and going down to the local Apple Store, who supposedly get the 12"s in today, after having recieved the 15"'s yesterday."
"Amazon is still listing the new PowerBooks as "not yet released" and they are taking pre-orders. I ordered my 15" with SuperDrive on Jan. 31 and was shocked to see an estimated shipping date of April 2! If this holds true, I will be canceling and reordering elsewhere. I'll give it the rest of this week to see if the dates are bumped up."
Previous shipping reports: 1
40GB iPod available for $379; save $20
Thursday, February 3 2005 @ 9:59 AM ET | Article Link
ClubMac has 40GB 4G iPods available for $379.04 after a $20 instant rebate. Put the iPod into your shopping cart to see the reduced price.
AirPort Express available for $99; save $30
Thursday, February 3 2005 @ 8:46 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Reconditioned AirPort Express Base Stations available today for $99. That represents a $30 savings over new models. An Apple one-year warranty is included.
Whatˆs Youˆre Favorite Apple ëBook? (And The PowerBook Speed Bumps)
Wednesday, February 2 2005 @ 9:53 AM ET | Article Link
by Charles W. Moore
Before we address this weekˆs main topic, Iˆll just make a few brief comments about the refreshed PowerBook lineup Apple announced on Monday. If youˆre a regular reader of this column, then you know that I was not expecting G5 PowerBooks with this upgrade. As I wrote here last week: ¶The current scuttlebutt is that speed-bumped PowerBooks are ready to go, still G4s but with the top end boosted to 1.67 or perhaps even 1.8 GHz. It is speculated that the 17¾ AlBook will get a 100GB hard drive and the 15¾ model an 80GB drive, with spec. upgraded from 4200 to the 5400 RPM across the board. This all sounds very plausible to me, and it should give flagging PowerBook sales an interim B12 shot, although it is not going to result in lineups at Apple Stores.¾ The scuttlebutt was pretty accurate. Read More...
Apple slashes prices on reconditioned PowerBooks; down as much as $400
Wednesday, February 2 2005 @ 8:49 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has dropped prices on all Apple Certified Reconditioned PowerBook G4s by as much as $400. Each model comes with an Apple one-year warranty, just like new PowerBooks. The following configurations are available:
- 17" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $1999 ($400 drop)
- 15" 1.33GHz PowerBook G4/Combo: $1499 ($200 drop)
- 15" 1GHz PowerBook G4/Combo: $1299 ($200 drop)
- 12" 1.33GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $1299 ($250 drop)
- 12" 1.33GHz PowerBook G4/Combo: $1099 ($250 drop)
- 12" 1GHz PowerBook G4/Combo: $999 ($100 drop)
Update 2/3:
All models have sold out except the $1299 12" PowerBook.
PowerBook G4 shipping reports
Wednesday, February 2 2005 @ 8:34 AM ET | Article Link
Several readers have sent us their PowerBook shipping reports. Have you ordered one of the new PowerBooks from Apple or another reseller? Send us your shipping report. We'll post them here anonymously.
"Here's my shipping report. This was ordered Jan 31 at 6:30 AM Pacific time. You probably already know that the 12" shipping reports show backlit keyboards on the 12" model. Clearly this must be an error...The following products shipped on 02/01/2005: PBG4 12.1"/768/100/SD/AEX/LL"
"On the apple website before I received a tracking number, the apple site said I will be receiving before or on feb 3. the fedex tracking says feb 7 but is being sent via ip direct distribution. Eh who knows? Oh by the way I bought the 15¾ Combo without any addons."
"Order placed 2/1/05 12:20 pm PST. PBG4 15/1.67/SD/CTO, sku Z0B6. Ships on or before 02/08/2005. $2,414.00"
23" Apple Aluminum Display (reconditioned) available for $1499; save $300
Wednesday, February 2 2005 @ 8:27 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Reconditioned 23" Apple Aluminum DVI Flat-Panel Displays available today for $1499. That represents a $300 savings over new models. An Apple one-year warranty is included.
Save $200 with Apple Reconditioned iMac G5s
Wednesday, February 2 2005 @ 8:23 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Reconditioned iMac G5s available today for a $200 discount over new models. Each model comes with a standard Apple one-year warranty and is listed with 1-2 day availability. The following configurations are available:
- 20" 1.8GHz iMac G5: $1699
- 17" 1.8GHz iMac G5: $1299
- 17" 1.6GHz iMac G5: $1099
$150-$50 discount on Mac desktops through the 22nd
Wednesday, February 2 2005 @ 8:18 AM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com continues their $150-$50 mail-in rebates on some Mac desktops through February 22, 2005. Mail-in rebate forms can be found on each product's specification page or on the price trackers at macprices.net. To qualify for the rebate, you must purchase the Mac from Amazon.com -- not one of their partners (Office Depot, etc.). Including the rebates, prices are as follows:
$150 rebate:
- DP1.8GHz Power Mac G5: $1844.99 MSRP $1999
- DP2.0GHz Power Mac G5: $2344.99 MSRP $2499
- DP2.5GHz Power Mac G5: $2844.99 MSRP $2999
$100 rebate:
- 1.8GHz Power Mac G5: $1399.99 MSRP $1499
- 20" 1.8GHz iMac G5: $1794.99 MSRP $1899
- 17" 1.8GHz iMac G5: $1394.99 MSRP $1499
- 17" 1.6GHz iMac G5: $1199.99 MSRP $1299
$50 rebate:
- 1.25GHz eMac/Combo: $749.99 MSRP $799
- 1.25GHz eMac/SuperDrive: $949.99 MSRP $999
Apple 23" Aluminum Display available for $1699; save $100
Wednesday, February 2 2005 @ 8:10 AM ET | Article Link
Adorama has Apple 23" Aluminum Displays available for $1699.95. Look for item number ACFPCDHD23. That's a $100 savings over standard MSRP.
2.5GHz Power Mac G5 available for $2789; save $210
Wednesday, February 2 2005 @ 8:08 AM ET | Article Link
Adorama, and Apple Authorized Reseller located in New York City, has 2.5GHz Power Mac G5s available for $2789.95. Look for item number ACPM25GRADSD. That's a $210 savings over standard MSRP.
Call for PowerBook shipping reports
Tuesday, February 1 2005 @ 7:12 PM ET | Article Link
Have you ordered one of the new PowerBooks from Apple or another reseller? Send us your shipping report. We'll post them here anonymously.
Updated PowerBook Price Trackers; New and Leftover Models
Tuesday, February 1 2005 @ 9:58 AM ET | Article Link
Once again, we've updated our PowerBook Price Trackers (17" PowerBooks | 15" PowerBooks | 12" PowerBooks) with the latest information on prices, bundles, and availability from Apple's authorized internet/catalog resellers.
Information on older models has been moved to our 15" PowerBook (previous-generation) Price Tracker, 12" PowerBook (previous-generation) Price Tracker, and 17" PowerBook (previous-generation) Price Tracker.
Check out some of the steep discounts on previous-generation models! If you've been holding out, now may be the time to pick up an Aluminum PowerBook G4.
$150-$100 discount on iBook G4s
Tuesday, February 1 2005 @ 9:38 AM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com continues to offer a $150-$100 mail-in rebate on all new iBooks through February 22, 2005. Mail-in rebate forms can be found on each product's specification page or on the price trackers at macprices.net. To qualify for the rebate, you must purchase the iBook from Amazon.com -- not one of their partners (Office Depot, etc.). Including the rebates, prices are as follows:
$150 rebate:
- 14" 1.33GHz iBook G4/SuperDrive: $1349.99 MSRP $1499
- 14" 1.33GHz iBook G4/Combo: $1149.99 MSRP $1299
$100 rebate:
- 12" 1.2GHz iBook G4/Combo: $899.99 MSRP $999
Resellers offer new PowerBook G4s with free upgrade to 1GB of RAM plus more
Tuesday, February 1 2005 @ 9:20 AM ET | Article Link
Several resellers are now offering various free bundles with the purchase of any new PowerBook G4. Most are optional and require mail-in rebates. Each vendor is also offering a free 512MB RAM upgrade (for a total of 1GB of RAM) after a mail-in rebate and $40 installation fee.
ClubMac and MacMall have the new PowerBooks for preorder including Sennheiser HD437 headphones, Sennheiser MX400 earbuds, 512MB RAM, an Epson Stylus C86 printer, and a Mobile Edge carrying case.
MacConnection will include the 512MB RAM upgrade, plus a SaddleBag Pro carrying case and an Epson Stylus C84 printer.
eCost.com is offering Sennheiser HD437 headphones, Sennheiser MX400 earbuds, 512MB RAM, and an Epson Stylus C86 printer with the purchase of a new PowerBook G4.
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