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March 2008
2008 MacBook Pros on sale for up to $190 off MSRP!
Monday, March 31 2008 @ 10:28 AM ET | Article Link
 Amazon.com has 2008 15" and 17" MacBook Pros in stock today for up to $190 off MSRP including a $150 mail-in rebate, good through March 31st (PDF rebate form). To qualify for the rebate, you must purchase the Mac from Amazon.com -- not one of their partners (Office Depot, etc.). Most models are in stock today with 24-hour shipping. Ground shipping is free:
- 17" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro: $2608.99; sku B0013FPMXG MSRP $2799
- 15" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro: $2318.99; sku B0013FLTNS MSRP $2499
- 15" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro: $1818.99; sku B0013FLU96 MSRP $1999
MacMall also has 2008 MacBook Pros available for $190 off MSRP after a $150 mail-in rebate (see their site for rebate forms). All three models are in stock today, and ground shipping is free:
- 17" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro: $2608.98 MSRP $2799; sku 7405628
- 15" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro: $2318.98 MSRP $2499; sku 7405627
- 15" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro: $1818.98 MSRP $1999; sku 7405626
Updated MacBook Price Trackers
Monday, March 31 2008 @ 10:27 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our Laptop Price Trackers with the latest information on prices, bundles, and availability from Apple's authorized internet/catalog resellers. Laptops include the MacBook Air plus MacBook Pros, MacBooks, PowerBooks, and iBooks. The following charts are available:
17" MacBook Pro | 15" MacBook Pro | 13" MacBook | MacBook Air
Apple Refurbs | Clearance Laptops
Discounted custom MacBook Airs
Monday, March 31 2008 @ 10:24 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has several 13" MacBook Air configurations in stock today for up to $149 off MSRP, and no rebates are required. Shipping is free:
- 13" MacBook Air 1.8GHz/64GB: $2949 sku 8286517; $149 off
- 13" MacBook Air 1.6GHz/64GB: $2699 sku 8286525; $100 off
- 13" MacBook Air 1.8GHz/80GB: $2049 sku 8286509; $50 off
Discounted custom MacBook Airs; up to $134 off MSRP
Monday, March 31 2008 @ 10:20 AM ET | Article Link
MacMall has custom-built MacBook Airs on sale today for up to $134 off MSRP (mail-in rebates required). The following configurations are available, and all are in stock today:
- 13" MacBook Air 1.8GHz/64GB: $2964 sku 7373089; $134 off
- 13" MacBook Air 1.6GHz/64GB: $2689 sku 7373419; $99 off
- 13" MacBook Air 1.8GHz/80GB: $2019 sku 7373094; $80 off
1.6GHz MacBook Air in stock for $1719; save $75
Monday, March 31 2008 @ 10:13 AM ET | Article Link
MacMall has the 1.6GHz/80GB MacBook Air in stock today for $1719 after a $75 mail-in rebate (see their site for rebate form). Look for item number 7373085. Their price is currently the lowest we've seen for that model.
Apple refurbished 17" MacBook Pros available
Monday, March 31 2008 @ 10:12 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished 17" MacBook Pros available today for up to $650 off original MSRP. Each model comes with an Apple one-year warranty, and ground shipping is free. The following configurations are available:
- 17" 2.6GHz MacBook Pro: $2349 original MSRP $3049
- 17" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro HD: $2349 original MSRP $3049
- 17" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro: $2149 original MSRP $2799
Click here to purchase one of these models, and note that some may sell out quickly today.
Save up to $850 with refurbished 2007 15" MacBook Pros
Monday, March 31 2008 @ 10:11 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished 2007 15" MacBook Pros available for up to $850 off original MSRP. Each model comes with an Apple one-year warranty, and ground shipping is free:
- 15" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro: $1649 original MSRP: $2499
- 15" 2.2GHz MacBook Pro: $1449 original MSRP: $1999
Up to $105 off new 2008 13" MacBooks
Monday, March 31 2008 @ 10:10 AM ET | Article Link
MacMall has the new 2008 13" MacBooks available for up to $105 off MSRP (rebate required, see their site for rebate form) including a free copy of Parallels Desktop software (rebate also required):
- 13" 2.4GHz Black MacBook: $1394 sku 7404924 $105 off MSRP
- 13" 2.4GHz White MacBook: $1219 sku 7404922 $75 off MSRP
- 13" 2.1GHz White MacBook: $1019 sku 7404921 $75 off MSRP
2008 MacBook Pros on sale, no rebates required
Monday, March 31 2008 @ 10:09 AM ET | Article Link
Abes of Maine has new 2008 15"/17" MacBook Pros on sale up to $84 off MSRP with no rebate required:
- 17" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro: $2719.55, sku APMB166LLA $80 off MSRP
- 15" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro: $2415.55, sku APMB134LLA $84 off MSRP
- 15" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro: $1929.55, sku APMB133LLA $70 off MSRP
2007 MacBook Pros w/4GB RAM available from $1729
Monday, March 31 2008 @ 10:08 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has new, leftover, 2007 15" MacBook Pros with 4GB of installed RAM available today for up to $800 off original MSRP:
- 15" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro/4GB RAM: $1899 sku 8340940, was $1999
- 15" 2.2GHz MacBook Pro/4GB RAM: $1729 sku 8340931, was $1799
2008 15" 2.6GHz MacBook Pro available for $2594; save $155
Monday, March 31 2008 @ 10:07 AM ET | Article Link
MacMall has the new 2008 15" 2.6GHz MacBook Pro in stock for $2594. A $150 mail-in rebate is required (see their site for rebate form). Look for item number 7405733. That represents a $155 discount over MSRP for this model.
MacBook EDU discounts; $230 off MSRP, free all-in-one printer
Monday, March 31 2008 @ 10:06 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store for Education has MacBook Pros & MacBooks available for up to $230 off MSRP. All teachers and students qualify for the discount. Ground shipping is free:
- 17" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro: $2599 $200 off
- 15" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro: $2299 $200 off
- 15" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro: $1799 $200 off
- 13" 2.4GHz Black MacBook: $1399 $100 off
- 13" 2.4GHz White MacBook $1199 $100 off
- 13" 2.1GHz White MacBook: $999 $100 off
- 13" 1.8GHz/64GB MacBook Air: $2868 $230 off
- 13" 1.6GHz/80GB MacBook Air: $1699 $100 off
Purchase a new Mac from The Apple Store through April 21, 2008, and receive $100 back on a qualifying printer (PDF rebate form). The HP Photosmart C4280 All-in-One Printer, Scanner, Copier and the Canon PIXMA MP470 all-in-one Printer are both available for $99.95. Use this rebate to reduce that price to $0 when you purchase your Mac.
2007 MacBook Pro price drops, now up to $813 off original MSRP!
Monday, March 31 2008 @ 10:02 AM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com continues to drop prices on 2007 MacBook Pros - now up to $813 off original MSRP. A $150 mail-in rebate, good through March 31st (PDF rebate form), is required. To qualify for the rebate, you must purchase the Mac from Amazon.com -- not one of their partners (Office Depot, etc.). All models are in stock today with 24-hour shipping. Ground shipping is free:
- 15" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro: $1665.29; sku B000R7Z2YU original MSRP $2499
- 15" 2.2GHz MacBook Pro: $1524.99; sku B000R7X80U original MSRP $1999
2007 MacBook Pros available for $750 off MSRP, no rebates
Monday, March 31 2008 @ 10:00 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has new, leftover, 2007 MacBook Pros now available for up to $700 off original MSRP, and no rebate is required. Ground shipping is free:
- 17" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro: $2399; sku 7586219
- 15" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro: $1749.94; sku 7586201
- 15" 2.2GHz MacBook Pro: $1569; sku 7586198
2007 13" 2.2GHz White MacBook available for $1069; save $230
Monday, March 31 2008 @ 9:56 AM ET | Article Link
MacMall has new, leftover, 2007 13" 2.2GHz White MacBooks now available for $1069. Look for item number 7349101. A $75 mail-in rebate is required (see their site for rebate form). Their price is $230 off original MSRP for this model.
Updated Mac Pro, iMac, and Mac mini Price Trackers
Monday, March 31 2008 @ 9:45 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our Mac Pro Price Tracker, iMac Price Tracker, and Mac mini Price Tracker with the latest information on prices, bundles, and availability from Apple's Authorized Internet/Catalog Resellers.
2008 iPods on sale up to $45 off MSRP
Monday, March 31 2008 @ 9:44 AM ET | Article Link
Newegg has several 2008 iPods on sale today for up to $45 off MSRP:
- 16GB iPod touch: $354 MSRP $399
- 8GB iPod touch: $254 MSRP $299
- 8GB iPod nano Black: $174 MSRP $199
- 8GB iPod nano Green: $174 MSRP $199
- 8GB iPod nano Blue: $174 MSRP $199
- 8GB iPod nano Silver: $174 MSRP $199
- 4GB iPod nano Silver: $134 MSRP $149
- 160GB iPod classic Black: $309 MSRP $349
- 160GB iPod classic Silver: $309 MSRP $349
- 80GB iPod classic Black: $209 MSRP $249
- 80GB iPod classic Silver: $209 MSRP $249
32GB iPod touch available for $475; save $24
Monday, March 31 2008 @ 9:31 AM ET | Article Link
B&H Photo-Video has the 32GB iPod touch on sale today for $475. That's $24 off MSRP. UPS 3-5 day shipping is free. Look for item number APIPODT32.
iPod nanos available for up to $20 off MSRP
Monday, March 31 2008 @ 9:30 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has the new 2007 iPods nanos on sale for up to $20 off MSRP. A speaker/headphone bundle is free after rebate:
- 4GB iPod nano Silver: $137.95 MSRP $149
- 8GB iPod nano Silver: $179.95 MSRP $199
- 8GB iPod nano Blue: $179.95 MSRP $199
- 8GB iPod nano Green: $179.95 MSRP $199
- 8GB iPod nano Black: $179.95 MSRP $199
Apple offers refurbished iPod touch for $50 off MSRP
Monday, March 31 2008 @ 9:21 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished iPod touches available today starting at $229. An Apple one-year warranty is included, and shipping is free:
- 16GB iPod touch (January '08 model): $349 $50 off MSRP
- 8GB iPod touch (January '08 model): $249 $50 off MSRP
- 16GB iPod touch: $329
- 8GB iPod touch: $229
Refurbished iPod shuffles available for $39
Monday, March 31 2008 @ 9:20 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished 1GB iPod shuffles available for $39. An Apple one-year warranty is included, and ground shipping is free.
Apple refurbished iPod classics available for up to $50 off MSRP
Monday, March 31 2008 @ 9:20 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished iPod classics for sale for up to $50 off MSRP. The 80GB Black and Silver models are available for $209 ($40 off), while Black and Silver 160GB classics are available for $299 ($50 off). Shipping is free.
Apple refurbished 8GB iPod nanos available for $169; save $30
Monday, March 31 2008 @ 9:18 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished 2007 8GB iPod nanos (all colors) in stock today for $169. That's $30 off MSRP for new models. An Apple one-year warranty is included, ground shipping is free, and Apple will also include a free $15 iTunes gift card.
Apple refurbished Silver 4GB iPod nano available for $129; save $20
Monday, March 31 2008 @ 9:17 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished Silver 3G 4GB iPod nanos in stock today for $129. That's $20 off MSRP for new models. An Apple one-year warranty is included, ground shipping is free, and Apple will also include a free $15 iTunes gift card.
Updated iPod Prices
Monday, March 31 2008 @ 9:12 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our iPod Price Trackers with the latest information on prices, bundles, and availabilty from over 40 of Apple's Authorized iPod Resellers. The following price trackers are available:
- iPod shuffle Prices
- iPod nano Prices
- iPod classic Prices
- iPod touch Prices
- iPhone Prices
Updated Apple TV Price Tracker
Monday, March 31 2008 @ 9:11 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our Apple TV Price Tracker with the latest information from over 20 Apple resellers. Discounts currently range up to $20 off MSRP for new models and up to $70 for refurbished units.
Updated Mac OS X Price Tracker: Leopard
Monday, March 31 2008 @ 9:11 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our Mac OS X Price Tracker with the latest information on prices and availability for Mac OS X 10.5 (Leopard) from 24 of Apple's resellers.
Updated Apple Cinema Displays Price Tracker
Monday, March 31 2008 @ 9:10 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our Apple Displays Price Tracker with all the latest information on prices and availability for new and clearance Apple Cinema Displays from Apple's Authorized Internet/Catalog Resellers. Several resellers are offering discounted and/or clearance displays today.
Save up to $300 with Apple Refurbished Displays
Monday, March 31 2008 @ 9:06 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished Cinema Displays available today for up to $300 off the price of new models. Each display comes with an Apple one-year warranty, and ground shipping is free:
- 30" Cinema Display: $1499 MSRP $1799
- 23" Cinema Display: $749 MSRP $899
30" Apple Cinema Display available for $1665; $134 off MSRP
Monday, March 31 2008 @ 9:05 AM ET | Article Link
Abe's of Maine has the 30" Apple Cinema Display available for $1665.55. Look for item number M9179LL/A. Their price is $134 off MSRP, and it's the lowest price we've seen.
2007 13" 2GHz White MacBook available for $999
Friday, March 28 2008 @ 9:29 AM ET | Article Link
B&H Photo-Video has leftover 2007 13" 2GHz White MacBooks in stock today for $999.95 including free shipping. Look for item number APMB2C13WA. Their price is $100 off original MSRP for this model.
1.8GHz/80GB MacBook Air in stock for $2019; save $80
Friday, March 28 2008 @ 9:24 AM ET | Article Link
MacMall has the 1.8GHz MacBook Air with the 80GB hard drive in stock today for $2019 after a $75 mail-in rebate (see their site for rebate form). Look for sku 7373094. Their price is $80 off MSRP for this configuration.
13" 2.1GHz MacBook available for $1015; save $84
Friday, March 28 2008 @ 9:13 AM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com is discounting the new 2008 Black 13-inch 2.1GHz MacBook by $84 via mail-in rebate through March 31st (PDF). To qualify for the rebate, you must purchase the Mac from Amazon.com -- not one of their partners (Office Depot, etc.). Ground shipping is free:
- 13" White 2.1GHz MacBook: $1015 MSRP $1099; sku B0013FRA0O
2007 Black 13" 2.2GHz MacBook available for $1199; save $300
Friday, March 28 2008 @ 9:10 AM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com has 2007 13" 2.2GHz Black MacBooks available for $1199.99 after a $100 mail-in rebate. Look for item number B000GA7048. Their price is $300 off original MSRP.
2007 15" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro available for $1665; save $834
Friday, March 28 2008 @ 9:05 AM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com has reduced their price on the 2007 15" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro to $1665.29. That's $834 off original MSRP. Look for item number B000R7Z2YU.
Will Computers One Day Run on Single OS?
Thursday, March 27 2008 @ 9:14 AM ET | Article Link
by Joe Leo
A few weeks ago, a war was won by an electronics heavyweight, and the battle was deemed over for good. The high-definition DVD format wars were won by Sony with their Blu-Ray format the clear winner in the end, and Toshiba throwing in the towel, conceding defeat on their HD DVD. (War, conceding defeat? Sounds like a political debate!). With the opinion piece yesterday on Leopard's seemingly clear victory over Windows Vista, it brings to mind an interesting thought... will we one day see a single computer OS format? Read More...
Refurbished 2007 13" MacBooks available starting at $849
Thursday, March 27 2008 @ 9:11 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished 2007 13" MacBooks available starting at $849. Each model comes with an Apple one-year warranty, and ground shipping is free:
- 13" 2.2GHz Black Core 2 Duo MacBook: $1049 was $1299
- 13" 2.2GHz White Core 2 Duo MacBook: $999 was $1099
- 13" 2.0GHz White Core 2 Duo MacBook: $849 was $949
15" 2.2GHz MacBook Pro available for $1569
Thursday, March 27 2008 @ 9:08 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has new, leftover, 2007 15" 2.2GHz MacBook Pros now available for $1569. Look for item number 7586198. Their price is $430 off original MSRP.
Refurbshied iPod nanos available with free iTunes Gift Card
Thursday, March 27 2008 @ 9:05 AM ET | Article Link
Purchase an Apple Certified Refurbished iPod nano at The Apple Store, and receive a free $15 iTunes Gift Card for a limited time. The 4GB Silver iPod nano is available for $129 ($20 off new), while 8GB models are available for $169 ($30 off new). An Apple one-year warranty is included with each model, and ground shipping is free.
Apple refurbished 17" MacBook Pros available starting at $1899
Wednesday, March 26 2008 @ 8:49 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished 17" MacBook Pros available today for up to $900 off original MSRP. Each model comes with an Apple one-year warranty, and ground shipping is free. The following configurations are available:
- 17" 2.6GHz MacBook Pro: $2349 original MSRP $3049
- 17" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro HD: $2349 original MSRP $3049
- 17" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro: $2149 original MSRP $2799
- 17" 2.33GHz MacBook Pro: $1899 original MSRP $2799
Click here to purchase one of these models, and note that some may sell out quickly today.
Leopard's Certainly no Microsoft 'Vista 2.0'
Wednesday, March 26 2008 @ 8:36 AM ET | Article Link
by Joe Leo
Today marks the, if anybody's keeping track, pseudo-"fifth" anniversary (really five months) of Apple's big cat's release: Mac OS X version 10.5, also known better as its code name, Leopard. In only five days into its foray out into the wild, 2 million copies were sold, outdoing its predecessor, the still popular Tiger 10.4. 150 days later, how is the big cat faring? Read More...
Review: Bento Easy-To-Use Personal Database And Organizer
Wednesday, March 26 2008 @ 8:32 AM ET | Article Link
by Charles W. Moore
Many veteran Mac users, especially experienced but non-power users, lament the disappearance from the scene of the old ClarisWorks-AppleWorks database module, which served for many years as a sort of “Filemaker Lite” for non-geeks. While Filemaker itself is an excellent and powerful program, it’s overkill for the needs of many users who just want an easy-to-use “electronic Rolodex” and organizer, and the cheapest version of Filemaker sells for $299, while AppleWorks used to be bundled for free with consumer Apple systems. Read More...
Apple's 'Evil'-ution Credited to One Genius
Tuesday, March 25 2008 @ 11:32 PM ET | Article Link
by Joe Leo
The current issue of WIRED Magazine (April 2008) apologizes to readers for getting it all wrong back in 1997. "Our bad. We had some tips for Apple. We were wrong." Back then--as everyone from Apple fanatics and just regular people know--the Cupertino, CA-based company was headed the way of the dodo bird. Oddly enough, it seems that they may have it all wrong again, as WIRED news editor Leander Kahney thinks different, attributing Apple's rise to fame to something far out there... evil genius. Read More...
1.6GHz MacBook Air in stock for $1719; save $75
Tuesday, March 25 2008 @ 11:29 PM ET | Article Link
MacMall has the 1.6GHz/80GB MacBook Air in stock today for $1719 after a $75 mail-in rebate (see their site for rebate form). Look for item number 7373085. Their price is currently the lowest we've seen for that model.
MacBook Airs on sale up to $100 off MSRP, no rebates required
Tuesday, March 25 2008 @ 11:29 PM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has several 13" MacBook Air configurations in stock today for up to $100 off MSRP. Shipping is free:
- 13" MacBook Air 1.6GHz/64GB: $2699 sku 8286525; $99 off
- 13" MacBook Air 1.8GHz/80GB: $2049 sku 8286509; $50 off
- 13" MacBook Air 1.6GHz/80GB: $1749 sku 8286496; $50 off
Updated MacBook Price Trackers
Tuesday, March 25 2008 @ 8:21 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our Laptop Price Trackers with the latest information on prices, bundles, and availability from Apple's authorized internet/catalog resellers. Laptops include the MacBook Air plus MacBook Pros, MacBooks, PowerBooks, and iBooks. The following charts are available:
17" MacBook Pro | 15" MacBook Pro | 13" MacBook | MacBook Air
Apple Refurbs | Clearance Laptops
2008 MacBook Pros on sale for up to $190 off MSRP!
Monday, March 24 2008 @ 9:47 AM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com has 2008 15" and 17" MacBook Pros in stock today for up to $190 off MSRP including a $150 mail-in rebate, good through March 31st (PDF rebate form). To qualify for the rebate, you must purchase the Mac from Amazon.com -- not one of their partners (Office Depot, etc.). All models are in stock today with 24-hour shipping. Ground shipping is free:
- 17" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro: $2608.99; sku B0013FPMXG MSRP $2799
- 15" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro: $2318.99; sku B0013FLTNS MSRP $2499
- 15" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro: $1818.99; sku B0013FLU96 MSRP $1999
MacMall also has 2008 MacBook Pros available for $190 off MSRP after a $150 mail-in rebate (see their site for rebate forms). All three models are in stock today, and ground shipping is free:
- 17" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro: $2608.98 MSRP $2799; sku 7405628
- 15" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro: $2318.98 MSRP $2499; sku 7405627
- 15" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro: $1818.98 MSRP $1999; sku 7405626
Up to $105 off new 2008 13" MacBooks
Monday, March 24 2008 @ 9:46 AM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com is discounting the new 2008 Black 13-inch MacBooks by $105 via mail-in rebate through March 31st (PDF rebate form) and White MacBooks by $75 (PDF). To qualify for the rebate, you must purchase the Mac from Amazon.com -- not one of their partners (Office Depot, etc.). Ground shipping is free:
- 13" Black 2.4GHz MacBook: $1394 MSRP $1499; sku B0013FNZ1M
- 13" White 2.4GHz MacBook: $1219 MSRP $1299; sku B0013FPYRK
- 13" White 2.1GHz MacBook: $1019 MSRP $1099; sku B0013FRA0O
Save up to $850 with refurbished 2007 15" MacBook Pros
Monday, March 24 2008 @ 9:45 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished 2007 15" MacBook Pros available for up to $850 off original MSRP. Each model comes with an Apple one-year warranty, and ground shipping is free:
- 15" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro: $1649 original MSRP: $2499
- 15" 2.2GHz MacBook Pro: $1449 original MSRP: $1999
2008 MacBook Pros on sale, no rebates required
Monday, March 24 2008 @ 9:44 AM ET | Article Link
Abes of Maine has new 2008 15"/17" MacBook Pros on sale up to $84 off MSRP with no rebate required:
- 17" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro: $2719.55, sku APMB166LLA $80 off MSRP
- 15" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro: $2415.55, sku APMB134LLA $84 off MSRP
- 15" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro: $1929.55, sku APMB133LLA $70 off MSRP
2007 MacBook Pros w/4GB RAM available from $1729
Monday, March 24 2008 @ 9:43 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has new, leftover, 2007 15" MacBook Pros with 4GB of installed RAM available today for up to $800 off original MSRP:
- 15" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro/4GB RAM: $1899 sku 8340940, was $1999
- 15" 2.2GHz MacBook Pro/4GB RAM: $1729 sku 8340931, was $1799
2008 15" 2.6GHz MacBook Pro available for $2594; save $155
Monday, March 24 2008 @ 9:42 AM ET | Article Link
MacMall has the new 2008 15" 2.6GHz MacBook Pro in stock for $2594. A $150 mail-in rebate is required (see their site for rebate form). Look for item number 7405733. That represents a $155 discount over MSRP for this model.
MacBook EDU discounts; $230 off MSRP, free all-in-one printer
Monday, March 24 2008 @ 9:41 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store for Education has MacBook Pros & MacBooks available for up to $230 off MSRP. All teachers and students qualify for the discount. Ground shipping is free:
- 17" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro: $2599 $200 off
- 15" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro: $2299 $200 off
- 15" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro: $1799 $200 off
- 13" 2.4GHz Black MacBook: $1399 $100 off
- 13" 2.4GHz White MacBook $1199 $100 off
- 13" 2.1GHz White MacBook: $999 $100 off
- 13" 1.8GHz/64GB MacBook Air: $2868 $230 off
- 13" 1.6GHz/80GB MacBook Air: $1699 $100 off
Purchase a new Mac from The Apple Store through April 21, 2008, and receive $100 back on a qualifying printer (PDF rebate form). The HP Photosmart C4280 All-in-One Printer, Scanner, Copier and the Canon PIXMA MP470 all-in-one Printer are both available for $99.95. Use this rebate to reduce that price to $0 when you purchase your Mac.
2007 MacBook Pro price drops, now up to $813 off original MSRP!
Monday, March 24 2008 @ 9:39 AM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com continues to drop prices on 2007 MacBook Pros - now up to $813 off original MSRP. A $150 mail-in rebate, good through March 31st (PDF rebate form), is required. To qualify for the rebate, you must purchase the Mac from Amazon.com -- not one of their partners (Office Depot, etc.). All models are in stock today with 24-hour shipping. Ground shipping is free:
- 17" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro: $2249.00; sku B000R7ZP8I original MSRP $2799
- 15" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro: $1685.28; sku B000R7Z2YU original MSRP $2499
- 15" 2.2GHz MacBook Pro: $1524.99; sku B000R7X80U original MSRP $1999
2007 MacBook Pros available for $700 off MSRP, no rebates
Monday, March 24 2008 @ 9:38 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has new, leftover, 2007 MacBook Pros now available for up to $700 off original MSRP, and no rebate is required. Ground shipping is free:
- 17" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro: $2399; sku 7586219
- 15" 2.2GHz MacBook Pro: $1599; sku 7586198
2007 13" Black 2.2GHz MacBook available for $1199; save $300
Monday, March 24 2008 @ 9:38 AM ET | Article Link
J&R has lowered their price on the 2007 13" 2.2GHz Black MacBook to $1199. Look for item number MB8063LL/B. Their price is $300 off original MSRP for this model.
2007 13" 2.2GHz White MacBook available for $1099; save $200
Monday, March 24 2008 @ 9:36 AM ET | Article Link
MacMall has new, leftover, 2007 13" 2.2GHz White MacBooks now available for $1099. Look for item number 7349101. A $75 mail-in rebate is required (see their site for rebate form). Their price is $200 off original MSRP for this model.
Updated Mac Pro, iMac, and Mac mini Price Trackers
Monday, March 24 2008 @ 9:32 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our Mac Pro Price Tracker, iMac Price Tracker, and Mac mini Price Tracker with the latest information on prices, bundles, and availability from Apple's Authorized Internet/Catalog Resellers.
8GB/16GB iPod touches on sale for $20 off MSRP
Monday, March 24 2008 @ 9:32 AM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com has the 'new' iPod touches, with the new web apps, on sale for $20 off MSRP. Shipping is free:
- 16GB iPod touch: $379.99, $20 off
- 8GB iPod touch: $279.99, $20 off
32GB iPod touch available for $475; save $24
Monday, March 24 2008 @ 9:31 AM ET | Article Link
B&H Photo-Video has the 32GB iPod touch on sale today for $475. That's $24 off MSRP. UPS 3-5 day shipping is free. Look for item number APIPODT32.
160GB iPod classic available for $329; save $20
Monday, March 24 2008 @ 9:30 AM ET | Article Link
J&R has 160GB iPod classics available for $329. That's $20 off MSRP. Both Black and Silver models are discounted, and ground shipping is free.
iPod nanos available for up to $20 off MSRP
Monday, March 24 2008 @ 9:27 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has the new 2007 iPods nanos on sale for up to $20 off MSRP. A speaker/headphone bundle is free after rebate:
- 4GB iPod nano Silver: $137.95 MSRP $149
- 8GB iPod nano Silver: $179.95 MSRP $199
- 8GB iPod nano Blue: $179.95 MSRP $199
- 8GB iPod nano Green: $179.95 MSRP $199
- 8GB iPod nano Black: $179.95 MSRP $199
Apple offers refurbished iPod touch for $50 off MSRP
Monday, March 24 2008 @ 9:26 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished iPod touches available today starting at $229. An Apple one-year warranty is included, and shipping is free:
- 16GB iPod touch (January '08 model): $349 $50 off MSRP
- 8GB iPod touch (January '08 model): $249 $50 off MSRP
- 16GB iPod touch: $329
- 8GB iPod touch: $229
Refurbished iPod shuffles available for $39
Monday, March 24 2008 @ 9:26 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished 1GB iPod shuffles available for $39. An Apple one-year warranty is included, and ground shipping is free.
Apple refurbished iPod classics available for up to $50 off MSRP
Monday, March 24 2008 @ 9:25 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished iPod classics for sale for up to $50 off MSRP. The 80GB Black and Silver models are available for $209 ($40 off), while the Black 160GB classic is available for $299 ($50 off). Shipping is free.
Apple refurbished 8GB iPod nanos available for $169; save $30
Monday, March 24 2008 @ 9:24 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished 2007 8GB iPod nanos (all colors) in stock today for $169. That's $30 off MSRP for new models. An Apple one-year warranty is included, and ground shipping is free.
Apple refurbished Silver 4GB iPod nano available for $129; save $20
Monday, March 24 2008 @ 9:23 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished Silver 3G 4GB iPod nanos in stock today for $129. That's $20 off MSRP for new models. An Apple one-year warranty is included, and ground shipping is free.
Updated iPod Prices
Monday, March 24 2008 @ 9:22 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our iPod Price Trackers with the latest information on prices, bundles, and availabilty from over 40 of Apple's Authorized iPod Resellers. The following price trackers are available:
- iPod shuffle Prices
- iPod nano Prices
- iPod classic Prices
- iPod touch Prices
- iPhone Prices
Updated Apple TV Price Tracker
Monday, March 24 2008 @ 9:22 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our Apple TV Price Tracker with the latest information from over 20 Apple resellers. Discounts currently range up to $20 off MSRP for new models and up to $70 for refurbished units.
Updated Mac OS X Price Tracker: Leopard
Monday, March 24 2008 @ 9:21 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our Mac OS X Price Tracker with the latest information on prices and availability for Mac OS X 10.5 (Leopard) from 24 of Apple's resellers.
Updated Apple Cinema Display Prices
Monday, March 24 2008 @ 9:21 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our Apple Displays Price Tracker with all the latest information on prices and availability for new and clearance Apple Cinema Displays from Apple's Authorized Internet/Catalog Resellers. Several resellers are offering discounted and/or clearance displays today.
Save up to $300 with Apple Refurbished Displays
Monday, March 24 2008 @ 9:20 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished Cinema Displays available today for up to $300 off the price of new models. Each display comes with an Apple one-year warranty, and ground shipping is free:
- 30" Cinema Display: $1499 MSRP $1799
- 23" Cinema Display: $749 MSRP $899
- 20" Cinema Display: $499 MSRP $599
30" Apple Cinema Display available for $1699; $100 off MSRP
Monday, March 24 2008 @ 9:19 AM ET | Article Link
Vanns has the 30" Apple Cinema Display in stock today for $1699.98. That's $100 off MSRP, and no rebate is required. Look for item number M9179LL/A.
30" Apple Cinema Display available for $1665; $134 off MSRP
Monday, March 24 2008 @ 9:18 AM ET | Article Link
Abe's of Maine has the 30" Apple Cinema Display available for $1665.55. Look for item number M9179LL/A. Their price is $134 off MSRP, and it's the lowest price we've seen.
Free all-in-one printer with purchase of new Mac
Friday, March 21 2008 @ 8:34 AM ET | Article Link
Purchase a new Mac from The Apple Store through April 21, 2008, and receive $100 back on a qualifying printer (PDF rebate form). The HP Photosmart C4280 All-in-One Printer, Scanner, Copier and the Canon PIXMA MP470 all-in-one Printer are both available for $99.95. Use this rebate to reduce that price to $0 when you purchase your Mac.
OBR Black 13" 2.4GHz MacBook available for $1279; save $220
Friday, March 21 2008 @ 7:30 AM ET | Article Link
MacMall has open-box return 13" Black 2.4GHz MacBooks available for $1279.99. Look for item number 7476689. That's a $220 savings over unopened boxes.
1.6GHz MacBook Air in stock for $1719; save $75
Friday, March 21 2008 @ 7:25 AM ET | Article Link
MacMall has the 1.6GHz/80GB MacBook Air in stock today for $1719 after a $75 mail-in rebate (see their site for rebate form). Look for item number 7373085. Their price is currently the lowest we've seen for that model.
MacBook Airs on sale up to $100 off MSRP, no rebates required
Thursday, March 20 2008 @ 9:48 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has several 13" MacBook Air configurations in stock today for up to $100 off MSRP. Shipping is free:
- 13" MacBook Air 1.6GHz/64GB: $2699 sku 8286525; $99 off
- 13" MacBook Air 1.8GHz/80GB: $2049 sku 8286509; $50 off
- 13" MacBook Air 1.6GHz/80GB: $1749 sku 8286496; $50 off
The 13 Most Significant Apple ‘Books
Wednesday, March 19 2008 @ 9:43 AM ET | Article Link
by Charles W. Moore
Picking the ten most desirable from the ever-growing list of Apple notebook computers is always shooting at a moving target. It’s also necessarily something of an exercise in subjective evaluation, and dependent on what criteria one applies. For instance, if the measure was based purely on raw computing power or value for the money or an amalgam of both, we could include all, or at least most of the current offerings in a “ten best” feature. Or we can evaluate on the basis of chronologically contemporary context - say: “ten greatest,” or on historical impact and significance, which is the focus of this article. Read More...
2008 MacBook Pros on sale for up to $190 off MSRP!
Wednesday, March 19 2008 @ 9:40 AM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com has 2008 15" and 17" MacBook Pros in stock today for up to $190 off MSRP including a $150 mail-in rebate, good through March 31st (PDF rebate form). To qualify for the rebate, you must purchase the Mac from Amazon.com -- not one of their partners (Office Depot, etc.). All models are in stock today with 24-hour shipping. Ground shipping is free:
- 17" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro: $2608.99; sku B0013FPMXG MSRP $2799
- 15" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro: $2318.99; sku B0013FLTNS MSRP $2499
- 15" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro: $1818.99; sku B0013FLU96 MSRP $1999
MacMall also has 2008 MacBook Pros available for $190 off MSRP after a $150 mail-in rebate (see their site for rebate forms). All three models are in stock today, and ground shipping is free:
- 17" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro: $2608.98 MSRP $2799; sku 7405628
- 15" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro: $2318.98 MSRP $2499; sku 7405627
- 15" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro: $1818.98 MSRP $1999; sku 7405626
2007 MacBook Pro price drops, now up to $813 off original MSRP!
Wednesday, March 19 2008 @ 9:36 AM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com continues to drop prices on 2007 MacBook Pros - now up to $813 off original MSRP. A $150 mail-in rebate, good through March 31st (PDF rebate form), is required. To qualify for the rebate, you must purchase the Mac from Amazon.com -- not one of their partners (Office Depot, etc.). All models are in stock today with 24-hour shipping. Ground shipping is free:
- 17" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro: $2249.00; sku B000R7ZP8I original MSRP $2799
- 15" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro: $1685.28; sku B000R7Z2YU original MSRP $2499
- 15" 2.2GHz MacBook Pro: $1524.99; sku B000R7X80U original MSRP $1999
2008 MacBook Pros on sale, no rebates required
Wednesday, March 19 2008 @ 9:30 AM ET | Article Link
Abes of Maine has new 2008 15"/17" MacBook Pros on sale up to $84 off MSRP with no rebate required:
- 17" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro: $2719.55, sku APMB166LLA $80 off MSRP
- 15" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro: $2415.55, sku APMB134LLA $84 off MSRP
- 15" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro: $1929.55, sku APMB133LLA $70 off MSRP
15" 2.6GHz MacBook Pro (refurbished) available for $1849
Wednesday, March 19 2008 @ 9:24 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished 2007 15" 2.6GHz MacBook Pros available for $1849. Original MSRP for this model new was $2749. An Apple one-year warranty is included, and ground shipping is free.
1.8GHz/64GB MacBook Air in stock for $2989; save $110
Wednesday, March 19 2008 @ 9:21 AM ET | Article Link
MacMall has the 1.8GHz MacBook Air with the optional 64GB SSD in stock today for $2989 after a $100 mail-in rebate. Look for item number 7373089. Their price is $110 off MSRP for this configuration.
1.6GHz MacBook Air in stock for $1744; save $50
Wednesday, March 19 2008 @ 9:21 AM ET | Article Link
MacMall has the 1.6GHz/80GB MacBook Air in stock today for $1744 after a $50 mail-in rebate (see their site for rebate form). Look for item number 7373085. Their price is currently the lowest we've seen for that model.
MacBook Air now 2-4 days from Apple
Wednesday, March 19 2008 @ 9:19 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store is now reporting a 2-4 business day wait for the 13" MacBook Air. That's down from 5-7 days yesterday. Purchase a MacBook Air through April 21, 2008, and receive $100 back on a qualifying printer (PDF rebate form). The HP Photosmart C4280 All-in-One Printer, Scanner, Copier and the Canon PIXMA MP470 all-in-one Printer are both available for $99.95. Use this rebate to reduce that price to $0 when you purchase your Mac.
Silver 8GB iPod nano available for $179; save $20
Wednesday, March 19 2008 @ 8:23 AM ET | Article Link
B&H Photo-Video has the Silver 8GB iPod nano on sale today for $179. Look for item number APIPODN38S. Their price is $20 off MSRP.
1.6GHz MacBook Air in stock for $1749; save $50, no rebate required
Tuesday, March 18 2008 @ 9:31 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has the base 1.6GHz/80GB MacBook Air in stock today for $1749 including free shipping. Look for item number 8286496. Their price is $50 off MSRP, and no rebate is required.
Apple refurbished 17" MacBook Pros available starting at $1899
Tuesday, March 18 2008 @ 9:27 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished 17" MacBook Pros available today for up to $900 off original MSRP. Each model comes with an Apple one-year warranty, and ground shipping is free. The following configurations are available:
- 17" 2.6GHz MacBook Pro: $2349 original MSRP $3049
- 17" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro HD: $2349 original MSRP $3049
- 17" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro: $2149 original MSRP $2799
- 17" 2.33GHz MacBook Pro: $1899 original MSRP $2799
Click here to purchase one of these models, and note that some may sell out quickly today.
Updated MacBook Price Trackers
Tuesday, March 18 2008 @ 8:35 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our Laptop Price Trackers with the latest information on prices, bundles, and availability from Apple's authorized internet/catalog resellers. Laptops include the MacBook Air plus MacBook Pros, MacBooks, PowerBooks, and iBooks. The following charts are available:
17" MacBook Pro | 15" MacBook Pro | 13" MacBook | MacBook Air
Apple Refurbs | Clearance Laptops
Refurbished 2007 13" MacBooks available starting at $849
Tuesday, March 18 2008 @ 8:33 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished 2007 13" MacBooks available starting at $849. Each model comes with an Apple one-year warranty, and ground shipping is free:
- 13" 2.2GHz Black Core 2 Duo MacBook: $1049 was $1299
- 13" 2.2GHz White Core 2 Duo MacBook: $999 was $1099
- 13" 2.0GHz White Core 2 Duo MacBook: $849 was $949
Price drops on 2007 MacBook Pros with 4GB RAM
Tuesday, March 18 2008 @ 8:33 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has new, leftover, 2007 15" MacBook Pros with 4GB of installed RAM available today for up to $800 off original MSRP:
- 15" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro/4GB RAM: $1899 sku 8340940, was $1999
- 15" 2.2GHz MacBook Pro/4GB RAM: $1729 sku 8340931, was $1799
Refurbished Apple 20" Cinema Display available for $499
Tuesday, March 18 2008 @ 8:29 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished 20" Cinema Displays available today for $499. That's $100 off the cost of new displays. An Apple one-year warranty is included, and ground shipping is free.
AirPort Express (refurbished) now available for $69
Tuesday, March 18 2008 @ 8:27 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished AirPort Express Base Stations available for $69. That represents a $10 price drop from yesterday. Click here to purchase one of these base stations (scroll down to the bottom of the page).
32GB iPod touch available for $475; save $24
Tuesday, March 18 2008 @ 8:12 AM ET | Article Link
B&H Photo-Video has the 32GB iPod touch on sale today for $475. That's $24 off MSRP. UPS 3-5 day shipping is free. Look for item number APIPODT32.
160GB iPod classic available for $329; save $20
Tuesday, March 18 2008 @ 8:03 AM ET | Article Link
J&R has 160GB iPod classics available for $329. That's $20 off MSRP. Both Black and Silver models are discounted, and ground shipping is free.
8GB iPhone (refurbished) available for $349; save $50
Tuesday, March 18 2008 @ 7:43 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished 8GB iPhones available today for $349. That's $50 off MSRP for new models. An Apple one-year warranty is included, and ground shipping is free. Note that this unit will likely sell out quickly.
Save up to $850 with refurbished 2007 15" MacBook Pros
Monday, March 17 2008 @ 9:37 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished 2007 15" MacBook Pros available for up to $850 off original MSRP. Each model comes with an Apple one-year warranty, and ground shipping is free:
- 15" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro: $1649 original MSRP: $2499
- 15" 2.2GHz MacBook Pro: $1449 original MSRP: $1999
Up to $105 off new 2008 13" MacBooks
Monday, March 17 2008 @ 9:34 AM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com is discounting the new 2008 Black 13-inch MacBooks by $105 via mail-in rebate through March 31st (PDF rebate form) and White MacBooks by $75 (PDF). To qualify for the rebate, you must purchase the Mac from Amazon.com -- not one of their partners (Office Depot, etc.). Ground shipping is free:
- 13" Black 2.4GHz MacBook: $1394 MSRP $1499; sku B0013FNZ1M
- 13" White 2.4GHz MacBook: $1219 MSRP $1299; sku B0013FPYRK
- 13" White 2.1GHz MacBook: $1019 MSRP $1099; sku B0013FRA0O
$155 off 2008 MacBook Pros
Monday, March 17 2008 @ 9:34 AM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com has 2008 15" and 17" MacBook Pros in stock today for $155 off MSRP including a $150 mail-in rebate, good through March 31st (PDF rebate form). To qualify for the rebate, you must purchase the Mac from Amazon.com -- not one of their partners (Office Depot, etc.). All models are in stock today with 24-hour shipping. Ground shipping is free:
- 17" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro: $2644; sku B0013FPMXG MSRP $2799
- 15" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro: $2344; sku B0013FLTNS MSRP $2499
- 15" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro: $1844; sku B0013FLU96 MSRP $1999
2008 15" 2.6GHz MacBook Pro available for $2594; save $155
Monday, March 17 2008 @ 9:32 AM ET | Article Link
MacMall has the new 2008 15" 2.6GHz MacBook Pro in stock for $2594. A $150 mail-in rebate is required (see their site for rebate form). Look for item number 7405733. That represents a $155 discount over MSRP for this model.
Custom MacBook Air configurations available for up to $100 off MSRP
Monday, March 17 2008 @ 9:30 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has custom MacBook Air configurations available for up to $100 off the cost of the same configurations from Apple. Shipping is free:
- 13" MacBook Air 1.8GHz/64GB: $2999 sku 8286517; $100 off
- 13" MacBook Air 1.6GHz/64GB: $2699 sku 8286525; $99 off
- 13" MacBook Air 1.8GHz/80GB: $2049 sku 8286509; $50 off
MacBook EDU discounts; $230 off MSRP, free all-in-one printer
Monday, March 17 2008 @ 9:28 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store for Education has MacBook Pros & MacBooks available for up to $230 off MSRP. All teachers and students qualify for the discount. Ground shipping is free:
- 17" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro: $2599 $200 off
- 15" 2.5GHz MacBook Pro: $2299 $200 off
- 15" 2.4GHz MacBook Pro: $1799 $200 off
- 13" 2.4GHz Black MacBook: $1399 $100 off
- 13" 2.4GHz White MacBook $1199 $100 off
- 13" 2.1GHz White MacBook: $999 $100 off
- 13" 1.8GHz/64GB MacBook Air: $2868 $230 off
- 13" 1.6GHz/80GB MacBook Air: $1699 $100 off
Purchase a new Mac from The Apple Store through April 21, 2008, and receive $100 back on a qualifying printer (PDF rebate form). The HP Photosmart C4280 All-in-One Printer, Scanner, Copier and the Canon PIXMA MP470 all-in-one Printer are both available for $99.95. Use this rebate to reduce that price to $0 when you purchase your Mac.
13" 2.2GHz Black MacBook in stock for $1194; save $305
Monday, March 17 2008 @ 9:27 AM ET | Article Link
Newegg has new, leftover, 2007 13" 2.2GHz Black MacBooks available for $1194. Look (search) for item number N82E16834100028 on their site. That represents a $305 discount over original MSRP for this model.
2007 13" 2GHz MacBook available for $969
Monday, March 17 2008 @ 9:25 AM ET | Article Lin | 
