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March 2004
News from the PowerBook web
Wednesday, March 31 2004 @ 4:52 PM ET | Article Link
Notable PowerBook and iBook news for Wednesday, March 31st:
- QuickerTek: External Antennas Debut For Aluminum PowerBooks ($89.95): Read press release
News from the PowerBook web will appear every other day or so and highlight notable product introductions and other tidbits important to PowerBook and iBook users.
15" 1GHz PowerBook /Combo available with free AirPort Card plus case
Wednesday, March 31 2004 @ 3:30 PM ET | Article Link
MacZone has the 15" 1GHz PowerBook G4/Combo available for $1994.98 including a free AirPort Extreme Card plus a free carrying case. Look for item number 00197320. There is a $40 installation fee for the AirPort Card.
Updated Clearance Price Trackers
Wednesday, March 31 2004 @ 9:42 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our Clearance PowerBook and iBook Price Tracker with all the latest information on prices and availability for refurbished, open-box return, leftover, and used PowerBooks and iBooks from 13 Mac dealers. We've also updated our Clearance Mac Desktops Price Tracker with the latest information on Power Macs, iMacs, and eMacs.
Factory-refurbished 2.0GHz Power Mac G5 available for $2399; save $600
Wednesday, March 31 2004 @ 9:36 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has factory-refurbished 2.0GHz Power Mac G5s available in their Special Deals section this morning for $2399. That represents a $600 savings over new models. An Apple one-year warranty applies.
Update:
Sold out!
Updated portable and desktop price trackers
Wednesday, March 31 2004 @ 9:28 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our portable and desktop price trackers at macprices.net with the latest information on prices, bundles, and availability from all of Apple's Authorized Internet/Catalog Resellers. Here is a list of the available price trackers:
Reconditioned iBook G4s available; save up to $150
Wednesday, March 31 2004 @ 9:09 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has reconditioned iBook G4s available today. The have the 14" 933MHz iBook/G4 available for $1149 (item number 4738504), and the 12" 800MHz iBook/G4 available for $949 (item number 4738467). Each represents a $150 savings over new models.
12" 1GHz PowerBook/SuperDrive (reconditioned) available for $1399; save $400
Wednesday, March 31 2004 @ 9:06 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has reconditioned 12" 1GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrives available again for $1399. Look for item number 467753. That represents a $400 savings over new models. Act now if you're interested, because this item has sold out in a matter of hours in the past.
OBR 12" 867MHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive available for $1199
Wednesday, March 31 2004 @ 8:48 AM ET | Article Link
ClubMac has one open-box return 12" 867MHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive available for $1199. Look for item number 173595. They only have one unit available.
Factory-refurbished Aluminum PowerBooks starting at $1599; save up to $600
Wednesday, March 31 2004 @ 8:36 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has factory-refurbished Aluminum PowerBook G4s available in their Special Deals section this morning. They have the 15" 1GHz PowerBook G4/Combo available for $1599 and the 15" 1.25GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive available for $1999. Those prices represent a $400 and $600 savings, respectively, over new Aluminum PowerBooks. Each model comes with a standard Apple one-year warranty.
Update:
The $1999 model has sold out.
Apple-refurbished Titanium PowerBooks starting at $1399
Wednesday, March 31 2004 @ 8:34 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has factory-refurbished Titanium PowerBook G4s available in their Special Deals section this morning. They have the 15" 867MHz PowerBook G4/Combo available for $1399 and the 15" 1GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive available for $1799. Each model comes with a standard Apple one-year warranty.
Update:
The $1399 model has sold out.
Build-your-own G5 and save up to $229
Tuesday, March 30 2004 @ 11:30 AM ET | Article Link
Build-to-order options at The Apple Store allow you to save up to $229 on the price of a new Power Mac G5. By choosing to delete the internal 56k modem, you can save $29. Choosing an internal Combo Drive, as opposed to a SuperDrive, will save you another $200 (use this option if you have no intention of burning DVDs). For the dual-processor 1.8GHz Power Mac G5, this reduces the price from $2499 to $2270. So equipped, the current shipping estimate is 3-5 days. If you're also planning to purchase a 23-inch Cinema Display, Apple's recent Brilliant Savings promotion will save you an additional $500.
Power Mac G5/DP1.8GHz (reconditioned) available for $2199; save $300
Tuesday, March 30 2004 @ 8:33 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has reconditioned dual-processor 1.8GHz Power Mac G5s available for $2199. Look for item number 4759567. That represents a $300 savings over new models.
OBR 15" 1GHz PowerBook G4/Combo available for $1679; save $320
Tuesday, March 30 2004 @ 7:09 AM ET | Article Link
ClubMac has one open-box return 15" 1GHz PowerBook G4/Combo available for $1679.99. Look for item number 297872. That represents a $320 savings over unopened units. They only have one available.
OBR 12" 1GHz PowerBook/SuperDrive available for $1549; save $250
Tuesday, March 30 2004 @ 7:07 AM ET | Article Link
ClubMac has open-box return 12" 1GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrives available for $1549.99. Look for item number 302764. That represents a $250 savings over unopened units. They have two available.
Leftover 12" 867MHz PowerBook G4/Combo available for $1299 w/case
Tuesday, March 30 2004 @ 7:02 AM ET | Article Link
ClubMac has new, leftover 12" 867MHz PowerBook G4/Combos available for $1299 including a free (after rebates) printer and carrying case. Look for item number 114797. They have five units available.
1GHz eMac/SuperDrive (refurbished) available for $599
Tuesday, March 30 2004 @ 6:54 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has factory-refurbished eMacs (1GHz/SuperDrive/40GB/no modem) available for $599 in their Special Deals section this morning. An Apple one-year warranty applies.
Update:
Sold out!
Discounted iPods available with bundles
Monday, March 29 2004 @ 3:18 PM ET | Article Link
 ClubMac has iPods discounted up to $25 via an instant rebate, and they'll also include a couple of bundles. Including the instant discount, prices are as follows:
- 15GB iPod: $284; sku 350999 MSRP $299
- 20GB iPod: $379; sku 279745 MSRP $399
- 40GB iPod: $474; sku 279747 MSRP $499
Optional bundles, free after mail-in rebate, include a Spin-45 stereo speaker system plus a Speck iPod Skins Frosted carrying case.
Leftover 14" 900MHz iBook/Combo available for $899 with free carrying case
Monday, March 29 2004 @ 10:44 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has the 14" 900MHz iBook/G3/Combo available for $899 after a $100 mail-in rebate. Available bundles (free after mail-in rebates) include an Epson C84 printer plus a carrying case. Look for item number 441399. These are new, unopened units.
14" 1GHz iBook/G4 available for $1494 including a free case plus USB mouse
Monday, March 29 2004 @ 10:41 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has the 14" 1GHz iBook/G4/Combo available for $1494 including a free carrying case, free (after rebate) Epson printer, plus a free MacAlly DotMouse external USB mouse. Look for item number 4811214 -- the bundle is in stock today.
iBooks available with free 512MB RAM upgrade, carrying case, wireless router, and printer
Monday, March 29 2004 @ 10:03 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has all three iBook G4 models available today with a free 512MB RAM upgrade for a total of 640MB of RAM. The extra RAM is free after a $100 mail-in rebate and $39.95 installation fee. They'll also include a free (after rebates) D-Link Wireless Router, Epson C84 printer, and Dicota Multiplus carrying case. Rebate forms are available on each product's specification page. There are three different rebate forms associated with the router, and they're available here: PDF 1, PDF 2, PDF 3. Here are the SKUs:
- 12" 800MHz iBook/G4: $1094, sku 4764825
- 14" 933MHz iBook/G4: $1294, sku 4764833
- 14" 1GHz iBook/G4: $1494, sku 4764841
Factory-refurbished 17" PowerBooks available; save up to $500
Monday, March 29 2004 @ 8:54 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has factory-refurbished 17" PowerBooks available today in their Special Deals section. The have the 17" 1.33GHz model available for $2499 (a $500 savings over new models) and the 17" 1GHz model available for $2199. Each comes with a standard Apple one-year warranty, just like new PowerBooks.
Apple extends free iPod personalization promo
Sunday, March 28 2004 @ 7:45 AM ET | Article Link
Apple has extended their free iPod laser engraving promotion through June 26th. "Purchase a 15GB, 20GB or 40GB iPod with personalization between March 28, 2004 through June 26, 2004 and get custom laser engraving for free." Offer is only good for iPods purchased at The Apple Store.
New Apple Promotion: Brilliant Savings
Sunday, March 28 2004 @ 7:40 AM ET | Article Link
Between March 28, 2004, and June 26, 2004, purchase a new Power Mac G5 and a 23-inch Cinema HD Display at the same time § and get $500 back by mail. Offer is good at any Apple Authorized Reseller, and both Power Mac and display must be on the same order form. A PDF rebate form is available at The Apple Store.
Leftover 1.8GHz Power Mac G5 available for $1799 with 1.5GB RAM
Saturday, March 27 2004 @ 9:34 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has leftover 1.8GHz Power Mac G5s available for $1799 including a free Epson C84 printer plus a free 1GB RAM upgrade for a total of 1.5GB of RAM. The printer is free after a mail-in rebate, and the extra RAM is free after a $150 mail-in rebate plus a $39.95 installation fee. Rebate forms are available on the product's specification page -- look (search) for item number 453236.
PowerBooks discounted up to $150 for a limited time
Saturday, March 27 2004 @ 7:31 AM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com is discounting new PowerBooks up to $150 via an instant rebate for a limited time. Add a PowerBook to your shopping cart to see the discounted price. Including the rebate, prices are as follows:
- 17" 1.33GHz PowerBook: $2848.50 MSRP $2999
- 15" 1.25GHz PowerBook: $2449.50 MSRP $2599
- 15" 1GHz PowerBook: $1924.49 MSRP $1999
- 12" 1GHz PowerBook/SuperDrive: $1723.50 MSRP $1799
- 12" 1GHz PowerBook/Combo: $1529.49 MSRP $1599
Update 3/29:
Amazon's price discount has expired, and prices have returned to standard MSRP.
New PowerBooks available with free 512MB RAM, carrying case, printer, and wireless router
Friday, March 26 2004 @ 3:37 PM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has all new PowerBooks available today with a free 512MB RAM upgrade (for a total of 1GB of RAM with 15" 1.25GHz and 17" PowerBooks). The extra RAM is free after a $100 mail-in rebate and $39.95 installation fee. They'll also include a free (after rebates) D-Link Wireless Router, Epson C84 printer, and Dicota Multiplus carrying case. Rebate forms are available on each product's specification page. There are three different rebate forms associated with the router, and they're available here: PDF 1, PDF 2, PDF 3. Here are the SKUs:
- 17" 1.33GHz PowerBook/SuperDrive: $2994; sku 4782417
- 15" 1.25GHz PowerBook/SuperDrive: $2594; sku 4782409
- 15" 1GHz PowerBook/Combo: $1994; sku 4782396
- 12" 1GHz PowerBook/SuperDrive: $1794; sku 4782388
- 12" 1GHz PowerBook/Combo: $1594; sku 4782361
14" iBooks: Save $100 at The Apple Store
Friday, March 26 2004 @ 1:37 PM ET | Article Link
By choosing a CD-ROM Drive instead of a Combo Drive at The Apple Store, as a build-to-order option, you can save $100 on the price of a new 14" iBook. So equipped, there is a 1-3 day wait for shipping. Choose this option only if you have no intention of burning CDs. Deleting the Combo Drive is not an option with the 12" iBook.
15" 1GHz PowerBook G4/Combo (refurbished) available for $1599; save $400
Friday, March 26 2004 @ 10:43 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has factory-refurbished 15" 1GHz PowerBook G4/Combos available in their Special Deals section for $1599. That represents a $400 savings over new models. An Apple one-year warranty applies.
15" PowerBooks: Free extra battery with purchase; no rebates
Friday, March 26 2004 @ 9:52 AM ET | Article Link
 MacZone has 15" PowerBook G4s available today including free extra batteries. The 15" 1.25GHz model is available for $2594.98 including the extra battery (item number 00197322), while the 1GHz model is available for $1994.98 including the extra battery (item number 00197321). There are no fees or rebates involved with the bundled batteries -- they're just free.
Updated Clearance Price Trackers
Friday, March 26 2004 @ 9:35 AM ET | Article Link
Once again, we've updated our Clearance PowerBook and iBook Price Tracker with all the latest information on prices and availability for refurbished, open-box return, leftover, and used PowerBooks and iBooks from 13 Mac dealers. We've also updated our Clearance Mac Desktops Price Tracker with the latest information on Power Macs, iMacs, and eMacs.
Updated portable and desktop price trackers
Friday, March 26 2004 @ 9:34 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our portable and desktop price trackers at macprices.net with the latest information on prices, bundles, and availability from all of Apple's Authorized Internet/Catalog Resellers. Here is a list of the available price trackers:
12" 800MHz iBook/G4 (refurbished) available today for $949; save $150
Friday, March 26 2004 @ 8:36 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has factory-refurbished 12" 800MHz iBook/G4s available today in their Special Deals section for $949. That represents a $150 savings over new models. An Apple one-year warranty applies.
Up to $200 cash back on purchase of PowerBook or Power Mac with iPod
Thursday, March 25 2004 @ 1:29 PM ET | Article Link
MacMall is offering a rebate, up to $200, on the purchase of a new PowerBook or Power Mac and any iPod (mini not included). Depending on which iPod is purchased, savings are as follows:
17" PowerBook: $100-$200
15" PowerBooks: $75-$100
12" PowerBook: $25-$50
Power Mac G5s: $50-$200
Power Mac G4: $50
Details are available on MacMall's site, as are the necessary mail-in rebate forms. Offer expires Friday night.
Update 3/27:
Offer has been extended through the 29th.
Updated iPod Price Tracker
Thursday, March 25 2004 @ 11:05 AM ET | Article Link
 We've updated our iPod Price Tracker with the latest information on prices and availability from 16 resellers. This includes prices and availability for the new iPod mini.
Save up to $50 on a new iPod
Thursday, March 25 2004 @ 10:54 AM ET | Article Link
Use coupon code TDAW2SAVETEN when you checkout at Target, and save 10% on the purchase price of any product, including new iPods. That reduces the price of the 40GB iPod to $449 from $499 -- a $50 savings.
15" 1.25GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive (refurbished) available for $1999; save $600
Thursday, March 25 2004 @ 9:58 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has factory-refurbished 15" 1.25GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrives available in their Special Deals section this morning for $1999. That represents a $600 savings over new models. An Apple one-year warranty applies.
Free upgrade to 1.5GB RAM with Power Mac G5s
Thursday, March 25 2004 @ 9:27 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has 1.8GHz and 2.0GHz Power Mac G5s available including free 1GB RAM upgrades for a total of 1.5GB of RAM. The RAM is free after a $150 mail-in rebate, and there is a $39 installation fee. Look for item number 453237 for the 2.0GHz G5 and item number 4749422 for the dual-processor 1.8GHz model. The PM G5/1.6 is available with an extra 512MB of RAM -- look for item number 453235 -- after a $100 mail-in rebate.
Up to $750 cash back when you trade-up to a new Mac through the 31st
Wednesday, March 24 2004 @ 7:40 PM ET | Article Link
The MacZone Trade-Up Program offers you cash back on a preowned Mac when you purchase a new system through March 31st. Once you've purchased a new Mac from MacZone, the following steps are required:
Step 1 - Register or select guest access to receive your free quote.
Step 2 - Tell us about the system you are trading in.
Step 3 - Receive an instant quote value for your pre-owned system.
Step 4 - Provide your MacZone Order Number as your proof-of-purchase.
Step 5 - Print the shipping label and ship your items our Lake Forest facility using any service that provides you with a tracking number.
"After receiving your old system, our trade-up center will verify the old system's specifications and confirm your rebate check amount via email. Rebates will be issued within 60 days of your emailed notification." Rebates vary from $100 to $750 or more, and futher details are available on MacZone's site (follow the link above).
12" 600MHz iBook/DVDs available for $629 with AppleCare
Wednesday, March 24 2004 @ 7:14 PM ET | Article Link
The PowerBook Guy has used 12" 600MHz iBooks available from $629 including AppleCare. They have the following configurations -- a 30-day warranty applies:
- 12" 600MHz iBook/256MB/30GB/DVD: $679.95
- 12" 600MHz iBook/256MB/15GB/DVD: $629.95
Deal Alert! OBR 12" 800MHz iBook/CD available for $599
Wednesday, March 24 2004 @ 9:46 AM ET | Article Link
ClubMac has open-box return 12" 800MHz iBook/CDs available for $599 after their online instant rebate. Look for item number 188336. Add the iBook to your shopping cart to see this reduced price. They only have two units available, and the last time they had these models in stock, they sold out fast.
Update 3/25:
Sold out!
Leftover 12" 800MHz iBook/G3/CDs available for $699 with Panther
Wednesday, March 24 2004 @ 9:25 AM ET | Article Link
ClubMac has leftover 12" 800MHz iBook/G3/CDs available for $699.95, after a $40 mail-in rebate, including a free copy of Mac OS X 10.3. Optional bundles, free after rebates, include a carrying case plus an Epson printer. Look for item number 156611. They have 129 units left.
Power Mac G5s discounted up to $130 for a limited time
Wednesday, March 24 2004 @ 9:19 AM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com is discounting new Power Mac G5s by as much as $130 this morning. These are instant discounts applicable when you add a G5 to your shopping cart. All three models are in stock today at the following prices:
- Power Mac G5/D2.0GHz: $2869.49 MSRP $2999
- Power Mac G5/D1.8GHz: $2368.80 MSRP $2499
- Power Mac G5/1.6GHz: $1718.50 MSRP $1799
Update 3/29:
Prices have returned to standard MSRP
Discounted iMacs and eMacs; save up to $115
Wednesday, March 24 2004 @ 9:17 AM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com is discounting new iMacs and eMacs by as much as $115 this morning. These are instant rebates applicable when you add a machine to your shopping cart. With the discount, prices are as follows:
- 20" iMac: $2083.80 MSRP $2199
- 17" iMac: $1723.50 MSRP $1799
- 15" iMac: $1244.99 MSRP $1299
- eMac/SuperDrive: $1043.50 MSRP $1099
- eMac/Combo: $753.80 MSRP $799
Update 3/29:
Prices have returned to standard MSRP
Updated Power Mac Price Trackers
Tuesday, March 23 2004 @ 8:48 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our Power Mac G5 Price Tracker and our Power Mac G4 Price Tracker with the latest information on prices, bundles, and availability from all of Apple's Authorized Internet/Catalog Resellers.
Updated iMac and eMac Price Trackers
Tuesday, March 23 2004 @ 8:48 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our iMac Price Tracker and eMac Price Tracker with the latest information on prices, availability, and bundles from all of Apple's authorized internet/catalog resellers.
Leftover 17" 1GHz PowerBook available for $2549 with bundles
Tuesday, March 23 2004 @ 8:33 AM ET | Article Link
ClubMac has leftover 17" 1GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrives available for $2549 including a free upgrade to 1GB RAM ($119 mail-in rebate; good until March 31st) plus a free Epson printer (mail-in rebate required). Look for item number 114794. They only have two units left.
Update 3/27:
They only have one unit left.
12" PowerBook G4/Combos starting at $1049
Tuesday, March 23 2004 @ 8:30 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has factory-refurbished 12" PowerBook G4/Combos available in their Special Deals section this morning. Each comes with a standard Apple one-year warranty. Here's what's available:
- 12" 867MHz PowerBook G4/Combo: $1049
- 12" 1GHz PowerBook G4/Combo: $1249
Those are the lowest price we've seen for those models from any Apple Authorized Reseller.
Tons of factory-refurbished PowerBooks; each with 1-yr warranty
Monday, March 22 2004 @ 10:33 AM ET | Article Link
 The Apple Store continues to offer many factory-refurbished 12", 15", and 17" PowerBooks in their Special Deals section. Each model comes with a standard Apple one-year warranty, just like new models. Here's what they have this morning:
- 12" 867MHz PowerBook/SuperDrive: $1299
- 12" 1GHz PowerBook/SuperDrive: $1449
- 15" 867MHz Titanium PowerBook G4/Combo: $1399
- 15" 1GHz Titanium PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $1799
- 15" 1GHz PowerBook/Combo (AlBook): $1599
- 15" 1.25GHz PowerBook/SuperDrive (AlBook): $1999
- 17" 1GHz PowerBook: $2199
- 17" 1.33GHz PowerBook: $2499
These are the lowest prices we've seen for these models from any Apple Authorized Reseller.
Updated Clearance Price Trackers
Monday, March 22 2004 @ 9:00 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our Clearance PowerBook and iBook Price Tracker with all the latest information on prices and availability for refurbished, open-box return, leftover, and used PowerBooks and iBooks from 13 Mac dealers. We've also updated our Clearance Mac Desktops Price Tracker with the latest information on Power Macs, iMacs, and eMacs.
Updated iBook Price Trackers
Monday, March 22 2004 @ 8:44 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our iBook Price Trackers (14" iBooks | 12" iBooks) with the latest information on prices, bundles, and availability from all of Apple's authorized internet/catalog resellers.
Updated PowerBook G4 Price Trackers
Monday, March 22 2004 @ 8:44 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our PowerBook Price Trackers (17" PowerBooks | 15" PowerBooks | 12" PowerBooks) with the latest information on prices, bundles, and availability from all of Apple's authorized internet/catalog resellers.
Factory-refurbished 14" iBook/G4/933MHz available for $1099; save $200
Monday, March 22 2004 @ 7:15 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has factory-refurbished 14" 933MHz iBook/G4s available this morning in their Special Deals section for $1099. That represents a $200 savings over new models. They also have the 12" 800MHz iBook/G4 available for $949 and the 14" 1GHz iBook/G4 available for $1299.
15% off accessories through Monday night
Sunday, March 21 2004 @ 10:20 AM ET | Article Link
CompUSA is offering a 15% discount on all accessories through March 22nd when you use promotion code Daffodil during checkout. They're also offering a 15% discount on all memory (promo code Rose) and a 20% discount on all movies (promo code Iris).
Up to $200 discount on iPods with purchase of PowerBook or G5; expires Monday night
Sunday, March 21 2004 @ 9:01 AM ET | Article Link
ClubMac and MacMall are each offering a rebate, up to $200, on the purchase of a new PowerBook or Power Mac and any iPod (mini not included). Depending on which iPod is purchased, savings are as follows:
17" PowerBook: $100-$200
15" PowerBooks: $75-$100
12" PowerBook: $25-$50
Power Mac G5s: $50-$200
Power Mac G4: $50
Details are available on each reseller's website, as are the necessary mail-in rebate forms. Offer expires Monday night.
30GB iPod available for $399
Sunday, March 21 2004 @ 7:47 AM ET | Article Link
Computer Solutions has pre-owned 30GB iPods available for $399. They have pre-owned 2G 20GB iPods available for $299. Visit their site, or give them a call at 1-888-MAC-RSVP. Computer Solutions is an Apple Authorized Reseller located in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.
15" 1.25GHz PowerBook G4 with Combo Drive available for $2324; save $275
Sunday, March 21 2004 @ 7:41 AM ET | Article Link
Build-to-order options at The Apple Store allow you to save a few bucks on a new 15" PowerBook. If you're in the market for a 1.25GHz model, you can save $200 by choosing a Combo Drive instead of the standard SuperDrive (no DVD-R). That drops the price to $2399. An 80GB hard drive more than you'd ever need? Replace the 80GB drive with a 60GB model for a $75 savings. That drops the price to $2324. As configured, The Apple Store reports a 1-3 day wait. Total savings? $275.
Week's Best PowerBook Deals
Friday, March 19 2004 @ 9:51 AM ET | Article Link
 Our Week's Best PowerBook Deals returns today with a breakdown of the lowest PowerBook prices and the best PowerBook bundles from Apple's Authorized Internet/Catalog resellers. Week's Lowest PowerBook Prices (up to $150 discount)
Amazon.com is discounting new PowerBook up to $150 via an instant rebate for a limited time. Add a PowerBook to your shopping cart to see the discounted price. Including the rebate, prices are as follows:
- 17" 1.33GHz PowerBook: $2848.50
- 15" 1.25GHz PowerBook: $2449.50
- 15" 1GHz PowerBook: $1924.49
- 12" 1GHz PowerBook/SuperDrive: $1723.50
- 12" 1GHz PowerBook/Combo: $1529.49
Week's Best PowerBook Bundles (512MB RAM, wireless router, carrying case, & printer)
(1) MacConnection has all new PowerBooks available today with a free 512MB RAM upgrade (for a total of 1GB of RAM with 15" 1.25GHz and 17" PowerBooks). The extra RAM is free after a $100 mail-in rebate and $39.95 installation fee. They'll also include a free (after rebates) D-Link Wireless Router, Epson C84 printer, and Dicota Multiplus carrying case. Rebate forms are available on each product's specification page. Here's what's available:
- 17" 1.33GHz PowerBook/SuperDrive: $2994; sku 4782417
- 15" 1.25GHz PowerBook/SuperDrive: $2594; sku 4782409
- 15" 1GHz PowerBook/Combo: $1994; sku 4782396
- 12" 1GHz PowerBook/SuperDrive: $1794; sku 4782388
- 12" 1GHz PowerBook/Combo: $1594; sku 4782361
(2) MacZone has 15" PowerBook G4s available today including free extra batteries. There are no fees or rebates involved with the bundled batteries -- they're just free. 12" PowerBooks are available with a free AirPort Extreme Card ($40 installation fee required) plus a free carrying case. For the 17" 1.33GHz PowerBook, MacZone is offering a free 512MB RAM upgrade after a $50 mail-in rebate and $40 installation fee. Here are the skus:
- 17" 1.33GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $2994.98; sku 00197323
- 15" 1.25GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $2594.98; sku 00197322
- 15" 1GHz PowerBook G4/Combo: $1994.98; sku 00197321
- 12" 1GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $1794.98; sku 00197332
- 12" 1GHz PowerBook G4/Combo: $1594.98; sku 00197331
Mac OS X 10.3 (Panther) available for $109; save $20
Friday, March 19 2004 @ 9:03 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has Mac OS X 10.3 available for $109.95. Look for item number 467206. That's a $20 savings over standard MSRP.
Factory-refurbished iBook G3s available with 1-yr warranties
Friday, March 19 2004 @ 9:01 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has a couple of factory-refurbished iBook/G3s available in their Special Deals section this morning. Each comes with an Apple one-year warranty:
- 12" 900MHz iBook/Combo: $799
- 14" 900MHz iBook/Combo: $899
Update 3/21:
The $799 model has sold out. The refurbished 12" 800MHz iBook/CD is available this morning for $699.
Apple factory-refurbished eMacs from $529
Friday, March 19 2004 @ 8:36 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has several factory-refurbished eMacs available today in their Special Deals section. Each model comes with a standard Apple one-year warranty:
eMac 800MHz/128MB/40GB/CD-ROM/E/NO modem: $529.00
eMac 1GHz/128MB/40GB/Combo/56K: $649.00
eMac 1GHz/128MB/40GB/CD/NoModem: $599.00
eMac 1GHz/128MB/60GB/Combo/E/56K: $659.00
eMac 1GHz/256MB/80GB/SuperDrive/E/56K: $849.00
Update 3/21:
All but the $599 model are sold out as of this morning.
Week's Best iBook Deals
Thursday, March 18 2004 @ 10:47 AM ET | Article Link
 Our Week's Best iBook Deals returns today with a breakdown of the lowest iBook prices and the best iBook bundles from Apple's Authorized Internet/Catalog resellers. Week's Lowest iBook Prices ($60 discount)
Amazon.com is discounting new iBooks by $60 via an instant rebate for a limited time. Add an iBook to your shopping cart to see the discounted price. Including the rebate, prices are as follows:
- 14" 1GHz iBook: $1443.50
- 14" 933MHz iBook: $1243.50
- 12" 800MHz iBook: $1043.50
Week's Best iBook Bundles (512MB RAM, wireless router, carrying case, & printer)
MacConnection has all three iBook G4 models available today with a free 512MB RAM upgrade for a total of 640MB of RAM. The extra RAM is free after a $100 mail-in rebate and $39.95 installation fee. They'll also include a free (after rebates) D-Link Wireless Router, Epson C84 printer, and Dicota Multiplus carrying case. Rebate forms are available on each product's specification page. Here's what's available:
- 12" 800MHz iBook/G4: $1094, sku 4764825
- 14" 933MHz iBook/G4: $1294, sku 4764833
- 14" 1GHz iBook/G4: $1494, sku 4764841
Updated portable and desktop price trackers
Thursday, March 18 2004 @ 9:59 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our portable and desktop price trackers at macprices.net with the latest information on prices, bundles, and availability from all of Apple's Authorized Internet/Catalog Resellers. Here is a list of the available price trackers:
Apple displays discounted up to $120
Thursday, March 18 2004 @ 9:14 AM ET | Article Link
 Amazon.com has Apple displays discounted up to $120 via an instant rebate (put a display in your shopping cart to see the discounted price). With the discount, prices are as follows:
- 23" Cinema Display: $1879.49 MSRP $1999
- 20" Cinema Display: $1199.99 MSRP $1299
- 17" Studio Display: $663.54 MSRP $699
Free D-Link Wireless Router with Mac purchase
Thursday, March 18 2004 @ 9:00 AM ET | Article Link
 From now through April 30th, MacConnection will include a free D-Link Wireless Router with the purchase of any new Mac: "Get a free D-Link Wireless Router with the purchase of this computer and Item # 425009. Purchases must be made by 4/30/04. Both products must be purchased on the same order and all requests must be postmarked by 5/31/04." A rebate form is available on each product's specification page. The router is included with all the other bundles avaiable with each Mac (see the price trackers at macprices.net for details).
Discounted iPods available with bundles
Wednesday, March 17 2004 @ 10:41 PM ET | Article Link
ClubMac has iPods discounted up to $25 via an instant rebate, and they'll also include a couple of bundles. Including the instant discount, prices are as follows:
- 15GB iPod: $284; sku 350999 MSRP $299
- 20GB iPod: $379; sku 279745 MSRP $399
- 40GB iPod: $474; sku 279747 MSRP $499
Optional bundles, free after mail-in rebate, include a Spin-45 stereo speaker system plus a Speck iPod Skins Frosted carrying case.
Update 3/21:
Discounts have expired, and prices have returned to normal MSRP.
Leftover 12" 800MHz iBook/G3/CDs available for $699 with Panther
Wednesday, March 17 2004 @ 10:32 PM ET | Article Link
ClubMac has leftover 12" 800MHz iBook/G3/CDs available for $699.95, after a $40 mail-in rebate, including a free copy of Mac OS X 10.3. Optional bundles, free after rebates, include a carrying case plus an Epson printer. Look for item number 156611. They have 129 units left.
Updated Clearance Price Trackers
Wednesday, March 17 2004 @ 9:08 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our Clearance PowerBook and iBook Price Tracker with all the latest information on prices and availability for refurbished, open-box return, leftover, and used PowerBooks and iBooks from 13 Mac dealers. We've also updated our Clearance Mac Desktops Price Tracker with the latest information on Power Macs, iMacs, and eMacs.
Factory-refurbished iBook G4s available; save up to $200
Wednesday, March 17 2004 @ 8:47 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has factory-refurbished iBook G4s available in their Special Deals section this morning. They have the 12" 800MHz iBook G4 available for $949 ($150 savings) and the 14" 1GHz iBook G4 available for $1299 ($200 savings). An Apple one-year warranty applies.
Updated iBook Price Trackers
Wednesday, March 17 2004 @ 8:41 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our iBook Price Trackers (14" iBooks | 12" iBooks) with the latest information on prices, bundles, and availability from all of Apple's authorized internet/catalog resellers.
Apple slashes prices on refurbished PowerBooks and iBooks
Tuesday, March 16 2004 @ 9:28 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store reduced prices on several factory-refurbished PowerBooks (12" and 15" models) and iBook G3s today in their Special Deals section. Prices were reduced by $100-$150. Each model comes with a standard Apple one-year warranty, just like new models. Here's what they have:
- 12" 867MHz PowerBook G4/Combo: $1049
- 12" 867MHz PowerBook/SuperDrive: $1299
- 12" 1GHz PowerBook/Combo: $1249
- 12" 1GHz PowerBook/SuperDrive: $1449
- 15" 867MHz Titanium PowerBook G4/Combo: $1399
- 15" 1GHz Titanium PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $1799
- 15" 1GHz PowerBook/Combo (AlBook): $1599
- 15" 1.25GHz PowerBook/SuperDrive (AlBook): $1999
- 17" 1GHz PowerBook: $2199
- 17" 1.33GHz PowerBook: $2499
- 12" 800MHz iBook/CD: $699
- 12" 900MHz iBook/Combo: $799
- 14" 900MHz iBook/Combo: $899
These are the lowest prices we've seen for these models from any Apple Authorized Reseller.
Update 3/21:
All 12" models, with the exception of the 1GHz/SuperDrive model, have sold out as of this morning.
12" 900MHz iBook/G3/Combo available for $799 for Education customers
Tuesday, March 16 2004 @ 9:19 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store for Education has new, unopened, leftover 12" 900MHz iBook/G3/Combos available for $799 for Education customers. Look in the Special Deals section of the Education section. An Apple one-year warranty applies.
Leftover iPods available at The Apple Store
Tuesday, March 16 2004 @ 9:15 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has a couple of new, unopened, leftover iPods available in their Special Deals section this morning:
- 30GB iPod w/dock and carrying case: $449
- 10GB iPod (no dock): $249
Updated Power Mac G5 Price Tracker
Tuesday, March 16 2004 @ 8:44 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our Power Mac G5 Price Tracker with the latest information on prices, bundles, and availability from all of Apple's authorized internet/catalog resellers.
2.0GHz Power Mac G5 (reconditioned) available for $2299; save $700!
Tuesday, March 16 2004 @ 8:35 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has reconditioned 2.0GHz Power Mac G5s available for $2299. Look for item number 467736. That's the lowest price we've seen for a 2GHz G5, and it represents a $700 savings over new models.
Update 3/21:
Sold out!
17" 1GHz PowerBook available for $2549 with bundles
Monday, March 15 2004 @ 9:25 AM ET | Article Link
ClubMac has leftover 17" 1GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrives available for $2549 including a free upgrade to 1GB RAM ($119 mail-in rebate; good until March 31st) plus a free Epson printer (mail-in rebate required). Look for item number 114794. As of this writing, they have 9 units available.
Future Sonics EARS earphones: The Best iPod Phones Ever?
Monday, March 15 2004 @ 8:34 AM ET | Article Link
by Noah Kravitz
I'm going to cut straight to the chase before getting into my narrative-style review: Future Sonics EARS earphones are fantastic. They're not cheap, and right now they only come in beige, but they're the most comfortable, best sounding earbud-style phones I've ever tried. A quick glance at the reviews page on Future Sonics' website will tell you I'm not alone in that opinion. Short of custom-made earphones with inserts fitted to a mold of your very own ear canal, it's hard to imagine in-ear phones that sound or feel better than these. Read More...
Leftover legacy iBook G3s still available
Monday, March 15 2004 @ 7:27 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has new, unopened legacy iBook G3s available in their Special Deals section. They have the 12" 800MHz iBook/CD available for $799 and the 12" 900MHz iBook/Combo available for $899. Each comes with a standard Apple one-year warranty.
OBR 14" 1GHz iBook/G4 available for $1289; save $210
Monday, March 15 2004 @ 7:20 AM ET | Article Link
ClubMac has open-box return 14" 1GHz iBook/G4s available for $1289.99. Look for item number 343493. That represents a $210 savings over new models. They have four units available.
Apple factory-refurbished 17" PowerBooks available; save up to $500
Monday, March 15 2004 @ 7:15 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has factory-refurbished 17" PowerBooks available today in their Special Deals section. The have the 17" 1.33GHz model available for $2499 (a $500 savings over new models) and the 17" 1GHz model available for $2199. Each comes with a standard Apple one-year warranty, just like new PowerBooks.
Apple-refurbished eMacs from $649
Monday, March 15 2004 @ 7:12 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has factory-refurbished eMacs available in their Special Deals section this morning. Each comes with a standard Apple one-year warranty. Here's what's available:
- eMac 1GHz/40GB/Combo: $649
- eMac 1GHz/80GB/SuperDrive: $849
Updated iPod Price Tracker
Sunday, March 14 2004 @ 8:43 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our iPod Price Tracker with the latest information on prices and availability from 16 resellers. This includes prices and availability for the new iPod mini.
Power Mac G5s discounted up to $130 for a limited time
Sunday, March 14 2004 @ 8:38 AM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com is discounting new Power Mac G5s by as much as $130 this morning. These are instant discounts applicable when you add a G5 to your shopping cart. All three models are in stock today at the following prices:
- Power Mac G5/D2.0GHz: $2869.49
- Power Mac G5/D1.8GHz: $2368.80
- Power Mac G5/1.6GHz: $1718.50
Discounted iMac and eMacs; save up to $115
Sunday, March 14 2004 @ 8:34 AM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com is discounting new iMacs and eMacs by as much as $115 this morning. These are instant rebates applicable when you add a machine to your shopping cart. With the discount, prices are as follows:
- 20" iMac: $2083.80
- 17" iMac: $1723.50
- 15" iMac: $1244.99
- eMac/SuperDrive: $1043.50
- eMac/Combo: $753.80
Discounted Apple displays; save up to $65
Saturday, March 13 2004 @ 8:18 PM ET | Article Link
ClubMac and MacMall each have the Apple 17" Studio Display available for $664 -- a $35 discount over standard MSRP. They have the 23" Cinema Display available for $1934. That's a $65 savings over MSRP.
Updated Clearance Price Trackers
Saturday, March 13 2004 @ 5:51 PM ET | Article Link
We've updated our Clearance PowerBook and iBook Price Tracker with all the latest information on prices and availability for refurbished, open-box return, leftover, and used PowerBooks and iBooks from 13 Mac dealers. We've also updated our Clearance Mac Desktops Price Tracker with the latest information on Power Macs, iMacs, and eMacs.
Updated PowerBook Price Trackers
Saturday, March 13 2004 @ 5:51 PM ET | Article Link
We've updated our PowerBook Price Trackers (17" PowerBooks | 15" PowerBooks | 12" PowerBooks) with the latest information on prices, bundles, and availability from all of Apple's authorized internet/catalog resellers.
Updated iBook Price Trackers
Saturday, March 13 2004 @ 5:50 PM ET | Article Link
We've updated our iBook Price Trackers (14" iBooks | 12" iBooks) with the latest information on prices, bundles, and availability from all of Apple's authorized internet/catalog resellers.
Updated Power Mac Price Trackers
Saturday, March 13 2004 @ 4:19 PM ET | Article Link
We've updated our Power Mac G5 Price Tracker and our Power Mac G4 Price Tracker with the latest information on prices, bundles, and availability from all of Apple's Authorized Internet/Catalog Resellers.
Updated iMac and eMac Price Trackers
Saturday, March 13 2004 @ 4:18 PM ET | Article Link
We've updated our iMac Price Tracker and eMac Price Tracker with the latest information on prices, availability, and bundles from all of Apple's authorized internet/catalog resellers.
Reconditioned eMacs from $599
Saturday, March 13 2004 @ 4:16 PM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has several reconditioned eMacs available at prices ranging from $599 to $749. The following configurations are available:
- eMac 1GHz/60GB/SuperDrive: $749; sku 4742546
- eMac 1GHz/40GB/SuperDrive: $699; sku 4766038
- eMac 1GHz/Combo: $644; sku 4749609
- eMac 800MHz/CD: $599; sku 447821
Leftover 1.8GHz Power Mac G5s available for $1794 w/1GB RAM
Saturday, March 13 2004 @ 3:25 PM ET | Article Link
ClubMac has new, leftover 1.8GHz Power Mac G5s now available for $1794 including a free upgrade to 1GB of RAM. Look for item number 242104. The extra RAM is free after a $40 installation fee and $99 mail-in rebate. Also free, after rebate, is an Epson C84 printer. They have 237 units available.
Apple 20" Cinema Display available for $1234; save $65
Saturday, March 13 2004 @ 3:09 PM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com has the Apple 20" Cinema Display available for $1234.99 including an instant discount applicable when you add the display to your shopping cart. That's a $65 discount over standard MSRP.
iBooks available with free 512MB RAM upgrade, carrying case, printer
Saturday, March 13 2004 @ 8:37 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has all three iBook G4 models available today with a free 512MB RAM upgrade for a total of 640MB of RAM. The extra RAM is free after a $100 mail-in rebate and $39.95 installation fee. MacConnection will also include a free (after rebate) Epson C84 printer plus a free carrying case. Here's what's available:
- 12" 800MHz iBook/G4: $1094, sku 4764825
- 14" 933MHz iBook/G4: $1294, sku 4764833
- 14" 1GHz iBook/G4: $1494, sku 4764841
15" PowerBooks: Free extra battery with purchase; no rebates
Saturday, March 13 2004 @ 8:30 AM ET | Article Link
MacZone has 15" PowerBook G4s available today including free extra batteries. The 15" 1.25GHz model is available for $2594.98 including the extra battery (item number 00197322), while the 1GHz model is available for $1994.98 including the extra battery (item number 00197321). There are no fees or rebates involved with the bundled batteries -- they're just free.
Factory-refurbished Power Mac G5s available today; save up to $600
Saturday, March 13 2004 @ 8:27 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has factory-refurbished Power Mac G5s available today in their Special Deals section. They have the DP1.8GHz PM G5 available for $1999 and the 2.0GHz model is available for $2399 -- a $600 savings over new models. The 1.6GHz G5 is available for $1399. Each comes with a standard Apple one-year warranty, just like new units, and all three are in stock this morning.
Factory-refurbished iBook G3s available with one-year warranties
Saturday, March 13 2004 @ 8:25 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has two factory-refurbished iBook G3s available in their Special Deals section today. Each comes with a standard Apple one-year warranty, just like new iBooks. Here's what's available:
- 12" 900MHz iBook/Combo: $849
- 14" 900MHz iBook/Combo: $999
Last day: $100 discount on new PowerBooks and iBooks
Saturday, March 13 2004 @ 8:18 AM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com is discounting new PowerBooks and iBooks by $100 via mail-in rebate through March 13th (that's today). Look for a rebate form on each product's specification page. Including the rebate, prices are as follows:
- 17" 1.33GHz PowerBook: $2899
- 15" 1.25GHz PowerBook: $2499
- 15" 1GHz PowerBook: $1899
- 12" 1GHz PowerBook/SuperDrive: $1699
- 12" 1GHz PowerBook/Combo: $1494
- 14" 1GHz iBook: $1394
- 14" 933MHz iBook: $1194
- 12" 800MHz iBook: $994
These prices are the lowest we've seen from any Apple Authorized Internet/Catalog Reseller.
14" 933MHz iBook/G4 (reconditioned) available for $1149; save $150
Friday, March 12 2004 @ 10:49 PM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has reconditioned 14" 933MHz iBook/G4s available for $1149. Look for item number 4738504. That represents a $150 savings over new models.
12" 800MHz iBook/G4 (reconditioned) available today for $949; save $150
Friday, March 12 2004 @ 10:46 PM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has reconditioned 12" 800MHz iBook/G4s available today for $949. Look for item number 4738467. That represents a $150 savings over new models.
12" 1GHz PowerBook/SuperDrive (reconditioned) available for $1399; save $400
Friday, March 12 2004 @ 10:40 PM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has reconditioned 12" 1GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrives available again for $1399. Look for item number 467753. That represents a $400 savings over new models. Act now if you're interested, because this item has sold out in a matter of hours in the past.
Making Music the Mac Way -- Part I: Introduction
Friday, March 12 2004 @ 10:18 PM ET | Article Link
by Noah Kravitz
Amateur and professional musicians and Mac devotees alike have long known that their computers possessed a wealth of utility when it comes to making music. Putting Steve Jobs, Jon Mayer, a Mac, and some MIDI boxes and Analog-to-Digital converters on a stage in San Francisco invented electronic music about as much as Al Gore fathered the Internet. Not even thinking about the global legions of shareware authors, sonic hackers, and avant garde tinkers who've been turning circuits into crescendos since they first got their hands on consumer electronics, innovative companies like Sweden's Propellerhead and Germany's Ableton have been turning out synthesizer emulators, virtual drum machines, and other musical goodies for years now, and Avid-owned Digidesign's ProTools has long been the industry standard when it comes to hard-disk based recording studio systems. Read More...
Review: Sony MDR-EX71SL In-Ear Headphones
Friday, March 12 2004 @ 10:16 PM ET | Article Link
by Noah Kravitz
Several of you emailed me in response to my less than enthusiastic review of Apple's In-Ear Headphones, suggesting that I try out the Sony MDR-EX71SL instead. Well, I did. And you were right. Sony's version of the sub-$40 in-ear earbud is a far superior alternative to Apple's model, even if it is only available in clash-with-your-iPod black (in the United States, anyway). Read More...
Updated iBook Price Trackers
Thursday, March 11 2004 @ 8:16 PM ET | Article Link
We've updated our iBook Price Trackers (14" iBooks | 12" iBooks) with the latest information on prices, bundles, and availability from all of Apple's authorized internet/catalog resellers.
Updated PowerBook G4 Price Trackers
Thursday, March 11 2004 @ 8:15 PM ET | Article Link
We've updated our PowerBook Price Trackers (17" PowerBooks | 15" PowerBooks | 12" PowerBooks) with the latest information on prices, bundles, and availability from all of Apple's authorized internet/catalog resellers.
PowerBooks available with free 512MB RAM upgrade, printer, & case
Thursday, March 11 2004 @ 7:37 PM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has 12", 15", and 17" PowerBooks in stock today with a free 512MB RAM upgrade, free carrying case, plus a free Epson printer. The RAM is free after a $100 mail-in rebate, and there is a $39.95 installation fee. Get a free Dicota carrying case with the purchase by adding item number 415133 to your shopping cart. Both PowerBook and case must be purchased on the same order. Finally, a free Epson C84 printer is available after mail-in rebate. Here's what's available:
- 17" 1.33GHz PowerBook/SuperDrive: $2994; sku 4782417
- 17" 1GHz PowerBook/SuperDrive: $2499; sku 4783129
- 15" 1.25GHz PowerBook/SuperDrive: $2594; sku 4782409
- 15" 1GHz PowerBook/Combo: $1994; sku 4782396
- 12" 1GHz PowerBook/SuperDrive: $1794; sku 4782388
- 12" 1GHz PowerBook/Combo: $1594; sku 4782361
Rebate forms and other details are available on each product's specification page.
Factory-refurbished AirPort equipment available
Thursday, March 11 2004 @ 7:22 PM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has refurbished AirPort gear available in their Special Deals section. Here's what's available:
Airport Extreme Card: $79
Airport Extreme Base Station (W/O 56K/Ext Antenna Connector): $169
Airport Extreme Base Station (WITH 56K/Ext Antenna Connector): $199
Gold iPod mini available for $249
Wednesday, March 10 2004 @ 9:04 PM ET | Article Link
iPod minis are still in short supply, but MacZone is reporting stock of the Gold iPod mini for $249.99. Look for item number 00252819.
OBR 15" 1GHz PowerBook G4/Combo available for $1679; save $320
Wednesday, March 10 2004 @ 8:46 PM ET | Article Link
ClubMac has one open-box return 15" 1GHz PowerBook G4/Combo available for $1679.99. Look for item number 297872. That represents a $320 savings over unopened units. They only have one available.
OBR 15" 1.25GHz PowerBook available for $2189; save $409
Wednesday, March 10 2004 @ 8:44 PM ET | Article Link
ClubMac has one open-box return 15" 1.25GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive available for $2189.99. Look for item number 296324. That represents a $409 savings over unopened models. They only have one available.
Apple-refurbished iBook G3s available
Wednesday, March 10 2004 @ 7:01 PM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has three factory-refurbished iBook G3s available in their Special Deals section today. Each comes with a standard Apple one-year warranty, just like new iBooks. Here's what's available:
- 12" 800MHz iBook/CD: $749
- 12" 900MHz iBook/Combo: $849
- 14" 900MHz iBook/Combo: $999
Apple-refurbished 1.33GHz 17" PowerBook available for $2499; save $500
Wednesday, March 10 2004 @ 6:59 PM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has factory-refurbished 17" 1.33GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrives available in their Special Deals section today for $2499. That's a $500 discount over new models, and an Apple one-year warranty applies.
Factory-refurbished PowerBooks available; each with 1-yr warranty
Tuesday, March 9 2004 @ 9:14 PM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has several factory-refurbished PowerBooks available today in their Special Deals section. Each model comes with a standard Apple one-year warranty, just like new models. Here's what they have:
- 12" 867MHz PowerBook G4/Combo: $1199
- 12" 867MHz PowerBook/SuperDrive: $1399
- 12" 1GHz PowerBook/Combo: $1349
- 12" 1GHz PowerBook/SuperDrive: $1549
- 15" 867MHz Titanium PowerBook G4/Combo: $1499
- 15" 1GHz PowerBook/SuperDrive: $1699
- 15" 1.25GHz PowerBook/SuperDrive: $2099
- 17" 1GHz PowerBook: $2199
$100 discount on new PowerBooks and iBooks though March 13th
Tuesday, March 9 2004 @ 9:11 PM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com is discounting new PowerBooks and iBooks by $100 via mail-in rebate through March 13th. Look for a rebate form on each product's specification page. Including the rebate, prices are as follows:
- 17" 1.33GHz PowerBook: $2899
- 15" 1.25GHz PowerBook: $2499
- 15" 1GHz PowerBook: $1899
- 12" 1GHz PowerBook/SuperDrive: $1699
- 12" 1GHz PowerBook/Combo: $1494
- 14" 1GHz iBook: $1394
- 14" 933MHz iBook: $1194
- 12" 800MHz iBook: $994
These prices are the lowest we've seen from any Apple Authorized Internet/Catalog Reseller.
Updated Clearance PowerBook and iBook Price Tracker
Tuesday, March 9 2004 @ 9:09 PM ET | Article Link
We've updated our Clearance PowerBook and iBook Price Tracker with all the latest information on prices and availability for refurbished, open-box return, leftover, and used PowerBooks and iBooks from 13 Mac dealers.
OBR 12" 867MHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive available for $1199
Tuesday, March 9 2004 @ 9:03 PM ET | Article Link
ClubMac has one open-box return 12" 867MHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive available for $1199. Look for item number 173595. They only have one unit available.
Updated PowerBook Price Trackers
Friday, March 5 2004 @ 10:03 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our PowerBook Price Trackers (17" PowerBooks | 15" PowerBooks | 12" PowerBooks) with the latest information on prices, bundles, and availability from all of Apple's authorized internet/catalog resellers.
Updated iBook Price Trackers
Friday, March 5 2004 @ 10:03 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our iBook Price Trackers (14" iBooks | 12" iBooks) with the latest information on prices, bundles, and availability from all of Apple's authorized internet/catalog resellers.
OBR 20" iMac available for $1909; save $290
Friday, March 5 2004 @ 9:59 AM ET | Article Link
ClubMac has one open-box return 20" iMac available for $1909.99. Look for item number 348456. That represents a $290 savings over unopened models. They only have one unit available.
Apple factory-refurbished eMacs from $579
Friday, March 5 2004 @ 9:38 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has factory-refurbished eMacs available in their Special Deals section today. The following models are available (all come with a standard Apple one-year warranty):
eMac 1GHz/SuperDrive: $849
eMac 1GHz/Combo/60GB: $659
eMac 1GHz/Combo/40GB: $649
eMac 800MHz/CD: $579
Update 3/9:
All four models have sold out.
OBR 14" 1GHz iBook/G4 available for $1289; save $210
Friday, March 5 2004 @ 9:04 AM ET | Article Link
ClubMac has open-box return 14" 1GHz iBook/G4s available for $1289.99. Look for item number 343493. That represents a $210 savings over new models. They have two units available.
MacResQ TiBook SuperDrive upgrade service available for $299 with gift
Thursday, March 4 2004 @ 1:05 PM ET | Article Link
MacResQ is offering their PowerBookResQ "SuperDrive" DVD-R/CD-RW Burner Self Service Upgrade for G4 PowerBooks with Combo Drive for $299.99. "Order by March 10th and get a free Rio CD/MP3 Player with purchase! Add the Rio to your cart via the link below and use Q-Pon code "10HRMP3" to get the player at no charge."
Apple factory-refurbished 17" PowerBooks available; save up to $500
Thursday, March 4 2004 @ 10:09 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has factory-refurbished 17" PowerBooks available today in their Special Deals section. The have the 17" 1.33GHz model available for $2499 (a $500 savings over new models) and the 17" 1GHz model available for $2199. Each comes with a standard Apple one-year warranty, just like new PowerBooks.
Update 3/9:
The 1.33GHz model has sold out.
Week's Best iBook Deals
Thursday, March 4 2004 @ 9:56 AM ET | Article Link
Our Week's Best iBook Deals returns today with a breakdown of the lowest iBook prices and the best iBook bundles from Apple's Authorized Internet/Catalog resellers. Week's Lowest iBook Prices
Amazon.com is discounting new iBooks by $100 via mail-in rebate through March 13th. Look for a rebate form on each product's specification page. Including the rebate, prices are as follows:
- 14" 1GHz iBook: $1394
- 14" 933MHz iBook: $1194
- 12" 800MHz iBook: $994
Week's Best iBook Bundles
MacConnection has all three iBook G4 models available today with a free 512MB RAM upgrade for a total of 640MB of RAM. The extra RAM is free after a $100 mail-in rebate and $39.95 installation fee. MacConnection will also include a free (after rebate) Epson C84 printer. Here's what's available:
- 12" 800MHz iBook/G4: $1094, sku 4764825
- 14" 933MHz iBook/G4: $1294, sku 4764833
- 14" 1GHz iBook/G4: $1494, sku 4764841
OBR 12" 867MHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive available for $1199
Thursday, March 4 2004 @ 9:40 AM ET | Article Link
ClubMac has one open-box return 12" 867MHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive available for $1199. Look for item number 173595. They only have one unit available.
Leftover 12" 867MHz PowerBook G4/Combo available for $1299
Thursday, March 4 2004 @ 9:37 AM ET | Article Link
ClubMac has new, leftover 12" 867MHz PowerBook G4/Combos available for $1299. Look for item number 114797. They have 8 units available.
Update 3/9:
Sold out!
OBR 17" 1.33GHz PowerBook available for $2529; save $470
Thursday, March 4 2004 @ 9:32 AM ET | Article Link
ClubMac has open-box return 17" 1.33GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrives available for $2529.99. Look for item number 298689. That represents a $470 savings over unopened models. They have two units available.
Update 3/9:
Sold out!
Save $100 on a new iBook at The Apple Store
Wednesday, March 3 2004 @ 10:11 AM ET | Article Link
You can order a new iBook at The Apple Store without a Combo Drive and save $100. By deleting the Combo Drive in favor of a CD-ROM Drive, as a build-to-order option, the price will automatically decrease by $100. Use this option only if you have no plans to burn CDs, or if you already have an external CD burner. As configured, the shipping time is 1-3 days.
Week's Best PowerBook Deals
Wednesday, March 3 2004 @ 9:33 AM ET | Article Link
Our Week's Best PowerBook Deals returns today with a breakdown of the lowest PowerBook prices and the best PowerBook bundles from Apple's Authorized Internet/Catalog resellers. Week's Lowest PowerBook Prices
Amazon.com is discounting new PowerBooks by $100 via mail-in rebate through March 13th. Look for a rebate form on each product's specification page. Including the rebate, prices are as follows:
- 17" 1.33GHz PowerBook: $2899
- 15" 1.25GHz PowerBook: $2499
- 15" 1GHz PowerBook: $1899
- 12" 1GHz PowerBook/SuperDrive: $1699
- 12" 1GHz PowerBook/Combo: $1494 Week's Best PowerBook Bundles
MacZone has 15" PowerBook G4s available today including free extra batteries. There are no fees or rebates involved with the bundled batteries -- they're just free. 12" PowerBooks are available with a free AirPort Extreme Card ($40 installation fee required) plus a free carrying case. For the 17" 1.33GHz PowerBook, MacZone is offering a free 512MB RAM upgrade after a $50 mail-in rebate and $40 installation fee. Here are the skus:
- 17" 1.33GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $2994.98; sku 00197323
- 15" 1.25GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $2594.98; sku 00197322
- 15" 1GHz PowerBook G4/Combo: $1994.98; sku 00197321
- 12" 1GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $1794.98; sku 00197332
- 12" 1GHz PowerBook G4/Combo: $1594.98; sku 00197331
Updated Clearance Price Trackers
Wednesday, March 3 2004 @ 9:19 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our Clearance PowerBook and iBook Price Tracker with all the latest information on prices and availability for refurbished, open-box return, leftover, and used PowerBooks and iBooks from 13 Mac dealers. We've also updated our Clearance Mac Desktops Price Tracker with the latest information on Power Macs, iMacs, and eMacs.
Updated portable and desktop price trackers
Wednesday, March 3 2004 @ 9:06 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our portable and desktop price trackers at macprices.net with the latest information on prices, bundles, and availability from all of Apple's Authorized Internet/Catalog Resellers. Here is a list of the available price trackers:
Build-your-own G5 and save up to $229
Tuesday, March 2 2004 @ 9:38 AM ET | Article Link
Build-to-order options at The Apple Store allow you to save up to $229 on the price of a new Power Mac G5. By choosing to delete the internal 56k modem, you can save $29. Choosing an internal Combo Drive, as opposed to a SuperDrive, will save you another $200 (use this option if you have no intention of burning DVDs). For the dual-processor 1.8GHz Power Mac G5, this reduces the price from $2499 to $2270. So equipped, the current shipping estimate is 1-3 days.
17" 1GHz PowerBook available for $2549 with bundles
Tuesday, March 2 2004 @ 9:37 AM ET | Article Link
ClubMac has leftover 17" 1GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrives available for $2549 including a free upgrade to 1GB RAM ($119 mail-in rebate) plus a free Epson printer (mail-in rebate required). Look for item number 114794. As of this writing, they have 32 units available.
Leftover 12" 867MHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrives available for $1349
Tuesday, March 2 2004 @ 9:33 AM ET | Article Link
ClubMac has leftover 12" 867MHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrives available for $1349. Look for item number 115018. Available bundles include a free printer plus a free top-loading carrying case ($29.95 mail-in rebate). They have 20 units in stock.
15" 1.25GHz PowerBook G4 (refurbished) available for $2099; save $500
Tuesday, March 2 2004 @ 9:03 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has factory-refurbished 15" 1.25GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrives available in their Special Deals section this morning for $2099 (they were out of stock for the past couple of days). That represents a $500 savings over new models, and an Apple one-year warranty applies.
Factory-refurbished iBook G3s available with one-year warranties
Tuesday, March 2 2004 @ 9:02 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has several factory-refurbished iBook G3s available in their Special Deals section today. Each comes with a standard Apple one-year warranty, just like new iBooks. Here's what's available:
- 12" 800MHz iBook/CD: $749
- 12" 900MHz iBook/Combo: $849
- 14" 900MHz iBook/Combo: $999
Discounted iPods available; save up to $36
Monday, March 1 2004 @ 12:56 PM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com has new iPods discounted by as much as $36. These are instant discounts applicable when you add an iPod to your shopping cart. Here's what they have:
- 15GB iPod: $277.24
- 20GB iPod: $370.24
- 40GB iPod: $463.14
Updated Clearance PowerBook and iBook Price Tracker
Monday, March 1 2004 @ 9:59 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.
Apple factory-refurbished PowerBooks available; each with one-year warranty
Monday, March 1 2004 @ 9:54 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has several factory-refurbished PowerBooks available today in their Special Deals section. Each model comes with a standard Apple one-year warranty, just like new models. Here's what they have:
- 12" 867MHz PowerBook G4/Combo: $1199
- 12" 867MHz PowerBook/SuperDrive: $1399
- 12" 1GHz PowerBook/Combo: $1349
- 12" 1GHz PowerBook/SuperDrive: $1549
- 15" 867MHz Titanium PowerBook G4/Combo: $1499
- 15" 1GHz PowerBook/SuperDrive: $1699
- 17" 1GHz PowerBook: $2199
1.6GHz Power Mac G5 available for $1744; save $50
Monday, March 1 2004 @ 9:47 AM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com has the 1.6GHz Power Mac G5 available for $1744 after their instant rebate. Put the Power Mac in your shopping cart to see the $50 savings.
Discounted iMac and eMacs; save $50
Monday, March 1 2004 @ 9:45 AM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com is discounting new iMacs and eMacs by as much as $50. These are instant rebates applicable when you add a machine to your shopping cart. With the discount, prices are as follows:
- 20" iMac: $2144
- 17" iMac: $1749
- 15" iMac: $1244.99
- eMac/SuperDrive: $1044
- eMac/Combo: $754.30
Updated iBook Price Trackers
Monday, March 1 2004 @ 9:41 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our iBook Price Trackers (14" iBooks | 12" iBooks) with the latest information on prices, bundles, and availability from all of Apple's authorized internet/catalog resellers.
Updated PowerBook G4 Price Trackers
Monday, March 1 2004 @ 9:41 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our PowerBook Price Trackers (17" PowerBooks | 15" PowerBooks | 12" PowerBooks) with the latest information on prices, bundles, and availability from all of Apple's authorized internet/catalog resellers.
Updated Desktop Price Trackers
Monday, March 1 2004 @ 9:40 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our desktop price trackers with the latest information on prices, availability, and bundles from all of Apple's authorized internet/catalog resellers:
- Power Mac G5 Price Tracker
- iMac Price Tracker
- eMac Price Tracker
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