New Intel Chips Point To Exciting New Apple Laptop Era
Wednesday, August 31 2005 @ 9:23 AM ET | Article Link
by Charles W. Moore

I donō know about you, but the torrent of announcements about Intelì next generation of CPU chips for portable computers is making me a whole lot more excited about the next generation of Apple PowerBooks and iBooks that will be launched next year.

Any lingering doubts I might have had about whether the switch to Intel from Power PC is a good idea are quickly withering away. Frankly, there is no way that Freescale and IBM were going to come anywhere near matching the concentrated engineering effort Intel is devoting to development of new chips that are both powerful, and more importantly in the case of portable computers -- feature low power consumption and heat generating characteristics. Read More...

Apple refurbished 14" 1.33GHz iBook G4s available starting at $999
Wednesday, August 31 2005 @ 9:19 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished 14" 1.33GHz iBooks available today at prices starting at $999. The 14" 1.33GHz iBook G4/SuperDrive is available for $1099, while the 14" 1.33GHz iBook G4/Combo is available for $999. Each model comes with an Apple one-year warranty, and ground shipping is free. There is currently a 7-10 day wait for shipping.

Apple sale prices on previous-generation iBook G4s
Wednesday, August 31 2005 @ 9:16 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store is offering new, leftover, previous-generation iBook G4s at sale prices today in their Special Deals section. The following configurations are available:

- 12" 1.2GHz iBook G4/Combo with 512MB RAM: $929
- 14" 1.33GHz iBook G4/Combo: $1049
- 14" 1.33GHz iBook G4/SuperDrive: $1149

There is an 8-day wait for all three products.

15" PowerBooks available today with free battery and carrying case
Wednesday, August 31 2005 @ 8:56 AM ET | Article Link
MacZone has 15" PowerBook G4s available today with free extra batteries and carrying cases -- no rebates or forms involved. Both models are in stock today:

- 15" 1.67GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $2294.98 sku 00324805
- 15" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combo: $1994.98 sku 00324803

PowerBooks up to $200 off MSRP
Wednesday, August 31 2005 @ 8:46 AM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com is discounting PowerBooks by as much as $200 via mail-in rebate though September 6th. Mail-in rebate forms (PDF) can be found on each product's specification page or on the price trackers at macprices.net. To qualify for the rebate, you must purchase the Mac from Amazon.com -- not one of their partners (Office Depot, etc.). Including the rebates, prices are as follows:

$200 rebate:
- 17" 1.67GHz PowerBook G4: $2499.99 MSRP $2699

$150 rebate:
- 15" 1.67GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $2149.99 MSRP $2299
- 15" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combo: $1849.99 MSRP $1999
- 12" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $1549.99 MSRP $1699
- 12" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combo: $1349.99 MSRP $1499

Updated PowerBook and iBook Price Trackers
Tuesday, August 30 2005 @ 9:41 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our PowerBook Price Trackers (17" PowerBooks | 15" PowerBooks | 12" PowerBooks) and iBook Price Tracker with the latest information on prices, bundles, and availability from Apple's authorized internet/catalog resellers.

Week's Best iBook Deals
Tuesday, August 30 2005 @ 9:41 AM ET | Article Link
We've posted the Week's Best iBook Deals at macprices.net for Tuesday, the 30th of August.

12" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combo available for $1394; save $100
Tuesday, August 30 2005 @ 9:29 AM ET | Article Link
eCost.com has 12" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combos available for $1394 after a $100 instant rebate. No fees or rebates are involved. Look for item number 2774295. Their price is the lowest outright price we've seen for that model.

Apple Store Back to School Promotions
Tuesday, August 30 2005 @ 9:16 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store for Education is running a couple of promotions right now for students and teachers:

(1) From now until September 16th, students and teachers can get a copy of Microsoft Office Student/Teacher Edition for $99.95 at The Apple Store after a $50 mail-in rebate (PDF coupon). Standard MSRP is $149.95.

(2) Apple will include a free 4GB iPod mini with the purchase of select Macs through September 24th at The Apple Store for Education as part of their Student Union promotion. Qualifying computers include all PowerBooks, Power Macs, iMac G5s, and iBooks. "You can choose a 4GB iPod mini in any color. Or purchase a 6GB iPod mini, 20GB or 60GB iPod, or a 20GB iPod U2 Special Edition and save $179 after mail-in rebate." Their rebate coupon is available here (PDF).

iBook G4s up to $150 off MSRP through September 6th
Tuesday, August 30 2005 @ 9:14 AM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com is offering a mail-in rebate worth up to $150 off the price of a new 12" or 14" iBook G4 through September 6th (PDF coupon). The iBook must be purchased through Amazon.com and not on of their partners (i.e., CompUSA). Including the rebate, prices are as follows:

- 14" 1.42GHz iBook G4: $1149.99; sku B0009U7XH4. MSRP $1299
- 12" 1.33GHz iBook G4: $899.99; sku B0009U7WZM. MSRP $999

Both iBooks are in stock today with 24 hour shipping. Their prices are the lowest we've seen for the new iBook G4s.

iMac G5s up to $150 off MSRP through the 6th
Tuesday, August 30 2005 @ 9:12 AM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com is offering mail-in rebates up to $150 off new iMac G5s though September 6th. Mail-in rebate forms (PDF) can be found on each product's specification page or on the price trackers at macprices.net. To qualify for the rebate, you must purchase the Mac from Amazon.com -- not one of their partners (Office Depot, etc.). Including the rebates, prices are as follows:

$150 rebate:
- 20" 2.0GHz iMac G5: $1644.99 MSRP $1799

$100 rebate:
- 17" 2.0GHz iMac G5: $1394.99 MSRP $1499
- 17" 1.8GHz iMac G5: $1194.99 MSRP $1299

Save $200 with Apple Refurbished 12" 2005 1.5GHz PowerBooks
Tuesday, August 30 2005 @ 9:11 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished 12" 1.5GHz PowerBooks available today for a $200 discount over new models. Each PowerBook comes with an Apple one-year warranty, just like new laptops, and ground shipping is free. The following configurations are available:

- 12" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $1499
- 12" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combo: $1299

2004 iMac G5s available starting at $899
Tuesday, August 30 2005 @ 9:05 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Reconditioned 2004 iMac G5s available today starting at $899. The 17" 1.6GHz iMac G5 is available for $899, the 17" 1.8GHz iMac G5 is available for $999, and the 20" 1.8GHz iMac G5 is available for $1399. Each model comes with an Apple one-year warranty, and ground shipping is free.

Deal Alert! 12" 1.2GHz iBook/Combo available for $799. Today only!
Tuesday, August 30 2005 @ 8:51 AM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com has new, leftover, previous-generation 12" 1.2GHz iBook G4/Combos available for $799.99 after a $100 mail-in rebate (PDF) good through September 6th. Look for item number B0002A6YVC. As of this posting, they only had two of these units left.

Apple 30" Display available for $2879.99; save $120
Tuesday, August 30 2005 @ 8:47 AM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com has the Apple 30" Cinema Display available for $2879.99 after a $120 instant discount. Look for item number B0002ILKWM. Their price is the lowest we've seen for that model from any Apple Authorized Internet/Catalog Reseller.

Week's Best PowerBook Deals
Monday, August 29 2005 @ 10:28 AM ET | Article Link
We've posted the Week's Best PowerBook Deals at macprices.net for Monday, the 29th of August. And don't forget to check out the Deal of the Week, where we point you to one great deal each week.

Updated Clearance Price Trackers
Monday, August 29 2005 @ 9:33 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our Clearance PowerBook and iBook Price Trackers with all the latest information on prices and availability for refurbished, open-box return, leftover, and used PowerBooks and iBooks from Apple's Authorized Internet/Catalog Resellers. We've also updated our Clearance Mac Desktops Price Tracker with the latest information on Power Macs, iMacs, minis, and eMacs.

Refurbished 17" 1.67GHz PowerBook available for $2299; save $400
Monday, August 29 2005 @ 9:19 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished 17" 1.67GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrives available today for $2299. That's a $400 discount over new models. An Apple one-year warranty is included, and ground shipping is free.

Save $300 with refurbished 2005 15" Aluminum PowerBook G4s
Monday, August 29 2005 @ 9:18 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished 2005 15" PowerBooks available today for $300 off the price of new models. The 15" 1.67GHz PowerBook is available for $1999, while the 15" 1.5GHz PowerBook is available for $1699. Each model comes with an Apple one-year warranty, and ground shipping is free. Both models are in stock today.

Apple offers refurbished 512MB Mac minis
Monday, August 29 2005 @ 9:16 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished 512MB Mac minis available today at up to $70 off the price of new models. Each mini comes with an Apple one-year warranty, and ground shipping is free. The following confirgurations are available:

- 1.25GHz 512MB Mac mini: $449 MSRP $499
- 1.42GHz 512MB Mac mini/Combo: $539 MSRP $599
- 1.42GHz 512MB Mac mini/SuperDrive: $629 MSRP $699

17" 1.67GHz PowerBook: $150 off MSRP + free copy of MS Office
Monday, August 29 2005 @ 9:04 AM ET | Article Link
eCost.com has the 17" 1.67GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive available for $2544 after a $150 instant discount. Look for item number 2774316. A copy of Microsoft Office for Mac is included (free after mail-in rebate) through the 31st -- a $210 value.

iBook G4s available with free 512MB RAM upgrade, free carrying case, plus free printer
Monday, August 29 2005 @ 8:59 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has new iBook G4s available with several free bundles. A 512MB RAM upgrade (for a total of 1GB of RAM) is available after a $119 mail-in rebate and $39.95 installation fee. A free Mobile Edge carrying case is available after a $69.88 mail-in rebate, and an Epson Stylus C86 printer is free after applicable mail-in rebates. Rebate details are available on each product's specification page. Here are the skus:

- 14" 1.42GHz iBook G4/SuperDrive: $1294; sku 5974761
- 12" 1.33GHz iBook G4/Combo: $994; sku 5974681

Both models, with bundles, are in stock today.

Leftover 14" 1.33GHz iBook G4/SuperDrive available for $1145
Monday, August 29 2005 @ 8:58 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has new, leftover, unopened previous-generation 14" 1.33GHz iBook G4/SuperDrives available for $1145. Look for item number 5468665.

Reconditioned 1.42GHz 512MB Mac mini/Combo available for $519; save $80
Monday, August 29 2005 @ 8:55 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has reconditioned 1.42GHz 512MB Mac mini/Combos available for $519. Look for item number 5653983. That represents an $80 savings over new models. A 90-day warranty is included.

[updated] This weekend only! 10% all Apple products and any order up to $5000 at MacMall
Friday, August 26 2005 @ 10:52 AM ET | Article Link
As we mention in our previous post, MacMall is offering a 10% discount on any order up to $5000 through midnight Sunday night. This includes any Apple computer, software product, iPod, or accessory. The discount is via mail-in rebate, and the appicable PDF rebate form is here. Take advantage of their discount now.

Update 8/29:
The 10% off coupon has been extended through midnight on Monday night. Coupon is available here: PDF.

Deals!! How to save up to $270 on a new PowerBook or iBook
Friday, August 26 2005 @ 10:39 AM ET | Article Link
A couple of Apple Authorized Internet/Catalog Resellers are offering steep discounts on new PowerBooks and iBooks -- you don't have to pay MSRP. These discounts are in the form of mail-in rebates, details of which are outlined below. These prices are some of the lowest we've seen from any Apple Authorized Reseller:

(1) MacMall is offering a 10% discount on any order up to $5000 through August 28th. The discount is available via mail-in rebate (PDF form). This reduces the price of new PowerBooks and iBooks as follows:

- 17" 1.67GHz PowerBook: $2424.60; sku 194033 MSRP $2699
- 15" 1.67GHz PowerBook: $2064.60; sku 194031 MSRP $2299
- 15" 1.5GHz PowerBook: $1794.60; sku 194030 MSRP $1999
- 12" 1.5GHz PowerBook/Super: $1524.60; sku 194027 MSRP $1699
- 12" 1.5GHz PowerBook/Combo: $1344.60; sku 194005 MSRP $1499

- 14" 1.42GHz iBook G4: $1164.60; sku 766222 (not in stock) MSRP $1299
- 12" 1.33GHz iBook G4: $894.60; sku 766221 MSRP $999

(2) Amazon.com is discounting iBooks and PowerBooks by as much as $200 via mail-in rebate though September 6th. Mail-in rebate forms (PDF) can be found on each product's specification page or on the price trackers at macprices.net. To qualify for the rebate, you must purchase the Mac from Amazon.com -- not one of their partners (Office Depot, etc.). Including the rebates, prices are as follows:

$200 rebate:
- 17" 1.67GHz PowerBook G4: $2499.99 MSRP $2699

$150 rebate:
- 15" 1.67GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $2149.99 MSRP $2299
- 15" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combo: $1849.99 MSRP $1999
- 12" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $1549.99 MSRP $1699
- 12" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combo: $1349.99 MSRP $1499

$150 rebate:
- 14" 1.42GHz iBook G4: $1149.99 MSRP $1299
- 12" 1.33GHz iBook G4: $899.99 MSRP $999

Updated PowerBook and iBook Price Trackers
Friday, August 26 2005 @ 10:15 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our PowerBook Price Trackers (17" PowerBooks | 15" PowerBooks | 12" PowerBooks) and iBook Price Tracker with the latest information on prices, bundles, and availability from Apple's authorized internet/catalog resellers.

2004 12" PowerBooks available starting at $1099
Friday, August 26 2005 @ 10:12 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Reconditioned 2004 12" 1.33GHz PowerBooks available today starting at $1099. Each model comes with an Apple one-year warranty, and ground shipping is free. The following configurations are available:

- 12" 1.33GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $1299
- 12" 1.33GHz PowerBook G4/Combo: $1099

Apple offers new, leftover, previous-generation iBooks at sale prices
Friday, August 26 2005 @ 10:09 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store is offering new, leftover, previous-generation iBook G4s at sale prices today in their Special Deals section. The following configurations are available:

- 12" 1.2GHz iBook G4/Combo with 512MB RAM: $929
- 14" 1.33GHz iBook G4/Combo: $1049
- 14" 1.33GHz iBook G4/SuperDrive: $1149

There is an 8-day wait for all three products.

12" 1.33GHz PowerBook G4/Combo available for $1039
Friday, August 26 2005 @ 10:01 AM ET | Article Link
TechRestore has 12" 1.33GHz PowerBook G4/Combos available for $1049.99. Look for item number TR1948. A TechRestore 6 month warranty is included, and there is a 30-day full refund policy. Use coupon code MACPRICES during checkout to receive an extra $10 off for a total of $1039.99.

12" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combo available for $1394; save $100
Friday, August 26 2005 @ 9:29 AM ET | Article Link
eCost.com, which is part of the PC Mall family, has 12" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combos available for $1394 after a $100 instant rebate. No fees or rebates are involved. Look for item number 2774295. Their price is the lowest outright price we've seen for that model.

Free copy of Microsoft Office for Mac w/15" or 17" PowerBook
Friday, August 26 2005 @ 9:28 AM ET | Article Link
Purchase any Mac $1994 or more at eCost.com through August 31st, and receive a free copy of Microsoft Office for Mac after mail-in rebate (PDF). That's a $210 value. 15" and 17" Aluminum PowerBook G4s qualify for the promotion, and all three models are in stock today. In addition, the 17" PowerBook is discounted $150 off MSRP:

- 17" 1.67GHz PowerBook: $2544; sku 2774316
- 15" 1.67GHz PowerBook: $2294; sku 2774314
- 15" 1.5GHz PowerBook: $1994; sku 2774313

2.7GHz Power Mac G5 (reconditioned) available for $2699; save $300
Friday, August 26 2005 @ 9:20 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has reconditioned 2.7GHz Power Mac G5s available for $2699. Look for item number 5856414. That represents a $300 savings over new models.

New iBooks available with free 512MB RAM upgrade, free carrying case, plus free printer
Thursday, August 25 2005 @ 9:46 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has new iBook G4s available with several free bundles. A 512MB RAM upgrade (for a total of 1GB of RAM) is available after a $119 mail-in rebate and $39.95 installation fee. A free Mobile Edge carrying case is available after a $69.88 mail-in rebate, and an Epson Stylus C86 printer is free after applicable mail-in rebates. Rebate details are available on each product's specification page. Here are the skus:

- 14" 1.42GHz iBook G4/SuperDrive: $1294; sku 5974761
- 12" 1.33GHz iBook G4/Combo: $994; sku 5974681

Both models, with bundles, are in stock today.

20" 2GHz iMac G5 (reconditioned) available for $1579; save $220
Thursday, August 25 2005 @ 9:36 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has reconditioned 20" 2005 2GHz iMac G5s available for $1579. That represents a $220 savings over new models. Look (search) for item number 5856254.

AirPort Express available for $99; save $30
Thursday, August 25 2005 @ 9:26 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Reconditioned AirPort Express Base Stations available today for $99. That represents a $30 savings over new models. An Apple one-year warranty is included, and ground shipping is free.

Apple offers Apple Certified Refurbished 512MB Mac minis
Thursday, August 25 2005 @ 9:19 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished 512MB Mac minis available today at up to $70 off the price of new models. Each mini comes with an Apple one-year warranty, and ground shipping is free. The following confirgurations are available:

- 1.25GHz 512MB Mac mini: $449 MSRP $499
- 1.42GHz 512MB Mac mini/SuperDrive: $629 MSRP $699

Refurbished 1.42GHz eMacs available; save up to $100
Thursday, August 25 2005 @ 9:14 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished 1.42GHz eMac/SuperDrives available today for $899. That represents a $100 discount over new models. The 1.42GHz eMac/Combo is available for $729 -- an $80 discount over new models. Each eMac comes with an Apple one-year warranty, and ground shipping is free.

23" Apple Aluminum Display (refurbished) available for $1299; save $200
Thursday, August 25 2005 @ 9:13 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished 23" Apple Aluminum DVI Flat-Panel Displays available today for $1299. That represents a $200 savings over new models. The 30" Display (refurbished) is available for $2599 -- $400 off list price. An Apple one-year warranty is included with each display.

Week's Best iBook Deals
Thursday, August 25 2005 @ 9:08 AM ET | Article Link
We've posted the Week's Best iBook Deals at macprices.net for Thursday, the 25th of August. And don't forget to check out the Deal of the Week, where we point you to one great deal each week.

iMac G5s up to $150 off MSRP through the 6th
Wednesday, August 24 2005 @ 9:57 AM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com is offering mail-in rebates up to $150 off new iMac G5s though September 6th. Mail-in rebate forms (PDF) can be found on each product's specification page or on the price trackers at macprices.net. To qualify for the rebate, you must purchase the Mac from Amazon.com -- not one of their partners (Office Depot, etc.). Including the rebates, prices are as follows:

$150 rebate:
- 20" 2.0GHz iMac G5: $1644.99 MSRP $1799

$100 rebate:
- 17" 2.0GHz iMac G5: $1394.99 MSRP $1499
- 17" 1.8GHz iMac G5: $1194.99 MSRP $1299

Apple Store Back to School Promotions
Wednesday, August 24 2005 @ 9:10 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store for Education is running a couple of promotions right now for students and teachers:

(1) From now until September 16th, students and teachers can get a copy of Microsoft Office Student/Teacher Edition for $99.95 at The Apple Store after a $50 mail-in rebate (PDF coupon). Standard MSRP is $149.95.

(2) Apple will include a free 4GB iPod mini with the purchase of select Macs through September 24th at The Apple Store for Education as part of their Student Union promotion. Qualifying computers include all PowerBooks, Power Macs, iMac G5s, and iBooks. "You can choose a 4GB iPod mini in any color. Or purchase a 6GB iPod mini, 20GB or 60GB iPod, or a 20GB iPod U2 Special Edition and save $179 after mail-in rebate." Their rebate coupon is available here (PDF).

Updated Clearance Price Trackers
Wednesday, August 24 2005 @ 8:22 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our Clearance PowerBook and iBook Price Trackers with all the latest information on prices and availability for refurbished, open-box return, leftover, and used PowerBooks and iBooks from 14 Mac dealers. We've also updated our Clearance Mac Desktops Price Tracker with the latest information on Power Macs, iMacs, minis, and eMacs.

15" 1.67GHz PowerBook available with free extra battery
Wednesday, August 24 2005 @ 8:06 AM ET | Article Link
MacZone has the 15" 1.67GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive in stock today including a free extra battery. Look for item number 00324805. There are no fees or rebates involved with the extra battery -- it's just free.

PowerBook Mystique Review: AlSoft DiskWarrior 3.0.3 - Mac Disk Diagnostic, Maintenance, And Repair Tool - Plus PowerBook Mystique Mailbag
Wednesday, August 24 2005 @ 7:56 AM ET | Article Link
by Charles W. Moore

Is your 蕤ook ailing? Apple computers and the Mac OS are pretty reliable, but once in a while even Macs can have problems, and when the issue is disk-related, the tool I turn to first (and usually last) is Alsoftì superb disk diagnostic, maintenance, and repair utility, DiskWarrior.

DiskWarrior made its debut back in 1998, and it was a winner from the get-go. Elegant in its simplicity, DiskWarrior was designed to do essentially one task, and to do it superbly well - repair disk directory damage cleanly, efficiently, and effectively, (although the program can also be configured to check hard drives for media and or mechanical malfunction as well). I have never read or heard a bad review of DiskWarrior, and the software has won a gaggle of awards, including the 1999 Apple Design Award for 貽ost Innovative Product,� the 1999 and 2000 MacUser award for 詐est Utility/Enabling Software,� the 1999 MacWorld Editors Choice Award (Eddy Awards) for Utility Software, the MacToday 1998 Editors Choice Award for 費utstanding Disk Rescue Product,� and the MacHome 8th Annual Home Choice Award for 詐est Utility.� Read More...

Apple refurbished 14" 1.33GHz iBook G4s available starting at $999
Wednesday, August 24 2005 @ 7:50 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished 14" 1.33GHz iBooks available today at prices starting at $999. The 14" 1.33GHz iBook G4/SuperDrive is available for $1099, while the 14" 1.33GHz iBook G4/Combo is available for $999. Each model comes with an Apple one-year warranty, and ground shipping is free.

17" 1.67GHz PowerBook available for $2584; save $115
Wednesday, August 24 2005 @ 7:34 AM ET | Article Link
ABT Electronics has 17" 1.67GHz PowerBooks available for $2599. That's $100 off MSRP. Use coupon code ENT15OFF during the checkout process to save an additional $15 for a total price of $2584. Look for item number M9689LL/A.

iPod accessories: Free shipping at The Apple Store for a limited time
Tuesday, August 23 2005 @ 2:17 PM ET | Article Link
From now until September 24th, get free ground shipping on all iPod accessories at The Apple Store, including items under $50.

Apple offers numerous refurbished PowerBooks; prices start at $1299
Tuesday, August 23 2005 @ 8:03 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has numerous Apple Certified Refurbished 2005 and 2004 Aluminum PowerBook G4s available today at prices starting at $1299. Each model comes with a standard Apple one-year warranty, and ground shipping is free. The following models are available:

17" 2005 1.67GHz PowerBook: $2299 MSRP $2699
17" 2004 1.5GHz PowerBook: $1799

15" 2005 1.67GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $1999 MSRP $2299
15" 2005 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combo: $1699 MSRP $1999
15" 2004 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $1799
15" 2004 1.33GHz PowerBook G4/Combo: $1400

12" 2005 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $1499 MSRP $1699
12" 2004 1.33GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $1299

OBR 1.6GHz iMac G5 available for $582! Very limited quantities
Tuesday, August 23 2005 @ 7:41 AM ET | Article Link
MacZone has open-box return 1.6GHz iMac G5s available for $582.99. Look for item number 00333996. That's the lowest price we've seen for an iMac G5. They have only one or two units available.

PowerBooks available with free 512MB RAM upgrade plus free iPod shuffle
Tuesday, August 23 2005 @ 7:34 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has new Aluminum PowerBook G4s available with several free bundles. A 512MB RAM upgrade (for a total of 1GB of RAM with 15" and 17" models) is available after a $129 mail-in rebate and $39.95 installation fee. MacConnection will also include a free 512MB iPod shuffle through August 31st after a $94 mail-in rebate. A free Mobile Edge carrying case is available after a $69.88 mail-in rebate, and an Epson Stylus C86 printer is free after applicable mail-in rebates. Rebate details are available on each product's specification page. Here are the skus:

- 17" 1.67GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $2694; sku 5638126
- 15" 1.67GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $2294; sku 5638097
- 15" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combo: $1994; sku 5638071
- 12" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $1694; sku 5638054
- 12" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combo: $1494; sku 5638038

All five models, with bundles, are in stock today.

Custom 1.42GHz iBook available for $1199; save $100
Monday, August 22 2005 @ 10:36 AM ET | Article Link
Choose an internal Combo Drive instead of the standard SuperDrive with your custom-configured 14" 1.42GHz iBook at The Apple Store, and take $100 off the price for a total of $1199. As configured, these iBooks are shipping in 1-3 business days. Use this option only if you have no need to burn DVDs.

Custom configured PowerBooks from Apple; save $150 on some configurations
Monday, August 22 2005 @ 10:36 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has several build-to-order (BTO) options available with new PowerBook G4s. With these options, you can configure the size of the hard drive, the type of optical drive, and the amount of included memory:

- 17" 1.67GHz PowerBook: 80GB hard drive (-$100), Up to 2GB RAM ($850)
- 15" 1.67GHz PowerBook: 100GB HD ($100), Combo Drive (-$150), Up to 2GB RAM ($850), 128MB VRAM ($100)
- 15" 1.5GHz PowerBook: 100GB HD ($100), SuperDrive ($150), Up to 2GB RAM ($850)
- 12" 1.5GHz PowerBooks: 100GB 5400rpm HD ($150), Up to 1.256GB RAM ($425)

With these options, the wait at The Apple Store increases to 1-3 business days. Note that some of the options will actually reduce the price of the PowerBook. For instance, choosing an 80GB hard drive, as opposed to the standard 100GB hard drive, will lower the price of the 17" PowerBook by $100 to $2594. Choosing a Combo Drive with the 15" 1.67GHz model lowers the price by $150 to $2149.

Updated PowerBook and iBook Price Trackers
Monday, August 22 2005 @ 10:28 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our PowerBook Price Trackers (17" PowerBooks | 15" PowerBooks | 12" PowerBooks) and iBook Price Tracker with the latest information on prices, bundles, and availability from Apple's authorized internet/catalog resellers.

Updated Desktop Price Trackers
Monday, August 22 2005 @ 10:26 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our iMac G5 Price Tracker, Power Mac G5 Price Tracker, Mac mini Price Tracker, and eMac Price Tracker with the latest information on prices, availability, and bundles from Apple's authorized internet/catalog resellers.

Apple refurbished 2005 and 2004 iMac G5s; prices start at $899
Monday, August 22 2005 @ 10:23 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished iMac G5s available this morning starting at $899. Both 2004 and 2005 models are available, and the 2005 models are available for up to $200 off the price of new iMacs. Each model comes with an Apple one-year warranty, and ground shipping is free. The following configurations are available:

- 20" 2005 2.0GHz iMac G5: $1599
- 17" 2005 1.8GHz iMac G5: $1149
- 20" 2004 1.8GHz iMac G5: $1399
- 17" 2004 1.8GHz iMac G5: $999
- 17" 2004 1.6GHz iMac G5: $899

Up to $150 instant discount on Apple Aluminum Displays
Monday, August 22 2005 @ 10:13 AM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com is discounting Apple Aluminum DVI Displays by as much as $150 for a limited time. Put a display into your shopping cart to see the reduced price. The 20" Display is available for $759.99 ($40 discount), and the 23" Display is available for $1424.99. The 30" Display is available for $2849.99 ($150 discount). All three models are in stock today.

12" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combo (reconditioned) available for $1299; save $200
Monday, August 22 2005 @ 10:08 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has reconditioned 2005 12" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combos available for $1299. Look for item number 5749521. That's a $200 savings over new models. A 90-day parts and labor warranty is included, and ground shipping is free.

Leftover 12" 1.2GHz iBook G4/Combo available for $899
Monday, August 22 2005 @ 10:07 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has new, leftover, previous-generation 12" 1.2GHz iBook G4/Combos available for $899. Look for item number 5468649.

Week's Best PowerBook Deals
Monday, August 22 2005 @ 9:58 AM ET | Article Link
We've posted the Week's Best PowerBook Deals at macprices.net for Monday, the 22nd of August. And don't forget to check out the Deal of the Week, where we point you to one great deal each week.

Free upgrade to 1.5GB RAM with PowerBook or iBook purchase
Monday, August 22 2005 @ 9:48 AM ET | Article Link
Purchase a new PowerBook or iBook at MacMall through August 31st, and receive a free 1GB RAM upgrade, free carrying case, and free Lexmark printer as optional bundles. That gives you a total of 1.5GB of RAM. All three items are free after applicable mail-in rebates (plus $39.95 RAM installation fee):

- 17" 1.67GHz PowerBook: $2694; sku 194033
- 15" 1.67GHz PowerBook: $2294; sku 194031
- 15" 1.5GHz PowerBook: $1994; sku 194030
- 12" 1.5GHz PowerBook/Super: $1694; sku 194027
- 12" 1.5GHz PowerBook/Combo: $1494; sku 194005

- 14" 1.42GHz iBook G4: $1294; sku 766222
- 12" 1.33GHz iBook G4: $994; sku 766221

All models are in stock today except the 14" iBook and the 12" PowerBook/SuperDrive.

12" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combo available for $1394; save $100
Monday, August 22 2005 @ 9:40 AM ET | Article Link
eCost.com, which is part of the PC Mall family, has 12" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combos available for $1394 after a $100 instant rebate. No fees or rebates are involved. Look for item number 2774295. Their price is the lowest outright price we've seen for that model.

12" 1.2GHz iBook G4/Combo available for $789
Monday, August 22 2005 @ 8:45 AM ET | Article Link
TechRestore has 12" 1.2GHz iBook G4/Combos available today for $799.99. Look for item number TR1792. A TechRestore 6 month warranty is included, and there is a 30-day full refund policy. Use coupon code MACPRICES during checkout to receive an extra $10 off for a total of $789.99.

New PowerBooks up to $200 off MSRP
Monday, August 22 2005 @ 8:40 AM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com is discounting PowerBooks by as much as $200 via mail-in rebate though September 6th. Mail-in rebate forms (PDF) can be found on each product's specification page or on the price trackers at macprices.net. To qualify for the rebate, you must purchase the Mac from Amazon.com -- not one of their partners (Office Depot, etc.). Including the rebates, prices are as follows:

$200 rebate:
- 17" 1.67GHz PowerBook G4: $2499.99 MSRP $2699

$150 rebate:
- 15" 1.67GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $2149.99 MSRP $2299
- 15" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combo: $1849.99 MSRP $1999
- 12" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $1549.99 MSRP $1699
- 12" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combo: $1349.99 MSRP $1499

iBooks up to $150 off MSRP through September 6th
Monday, August 22 2005 @ 8:36 AM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com is offering a mail-in rebate worth up to $150 off the price of a new 12" or 14" iBook G4 through September 6th (PDF coupon). The iBook must be purchased through Amazon.com and not on of their partners (i.e., CompUSA). Including the rebate, prices are as follows:

- 14" 1.42GHz iBook G4: $1149.99; sku B0009U7XH4. MSRP $1299
- 12" 1.33GHz iBook G4: $899.99; sku B0009U7WZM. MSRP $999

Free copy of Microsoft Office for Mac w/15" or 17" PowerBook
Friday, August 19 2005 @ 10:06 AM ET | Article Link
Purchase any Mac $1994 or more at eCost.com through August 31st, and receive a free copy of Microsoft Office for Mac after mail-in rebate (PDF). That's a $210 value. 15" and 17" Aluminum PowerBook G4s qualify for the promotion, and all three models are in stock today. In addition, the 17" PowerBook is discounted $150 off MSRP:

- 17" 1.67GHz PowerBook: $2544; sku 2774316
- 15" 1.67GHz PowerBook: $2294; sku 2774314
- 15" 1.5GHz PowerBook: $1994; sku 2774313

14" 1.33GHz iBook G4/Combo available for $999
Friday, August 19 2005 @ 9:02 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished 14" 1.33GHz iBook G4/Combos available today for $999. An Apple one-year warranty is included, and ground shipping is free.

Refurbished 17" PowerBooks available starting at $1999
Friday, August 19 2005 @ 9:00 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Reconditioned 17" PowerBooks available today starting at $1999. Each model comes with an Apple one-year warranty, and ground shipping is free. The following configurations are available:

- 17" 2005 1.67GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $2299 MSRP $2699
- 17" 2004 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $1999

12" 1.33GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive (refurbished) available for $1299
Friday, August 19 2005 @ 9:00 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished 2004 12" 1.33GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrives available today for $1299. An Apple one-year warranty is included, and ground shipping is free.

12" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive (reconditioned) available for $1499; save $200
Friday, August 19 2005 @ 8:59 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Reconditioned 12" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrives available today for $1499. That's a $200 savings over new models. An Apple one-year warranty is included, and ground shipping is free.

17" 1.67GHz PowerBook available for $2584; save $115
Friday, August 19 2005 @ 8:49 AM ET | Article Link
ABT Electronics has 17" 1.67GHz PowerBooks available for $2599. That's $100 off MSRP. Use coupon code ENT15OFF during the checkout process to save an additional $15 for a total price of $2584. Look for item number M9689LL/A.

Updated Mac RAM Prices
Friday, August 19 2005 @ 8:38 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our RAM Price Tracker at macprices.net with the latest information on RAM prices for PowerBooks, iBooks, Power Mac G5s, and iMac G5s from several top memory resellers.

Return to Apple: Reflections on a Year Back in a Mac School, Part Two
Thursday, August 18 2005 @ 10:58 AM ET | Article Link
by Noah Kravitz

First of all, the proverbial "hot place beneath us" did indeed freeze over since last month when Apple released the multi-button "Mighty Mouse." I've yet to try one out, as the $49 price tag seems hefty for a mouse still sporting a tail, and user reviews have been mixed to date. However, the lure of a horizontially-capable scroll ball is strong and I may have to pony up for one the next time I'm near an Apple Store. After all, Mighty Mouse is only $44 after the education discount.

I do hope that Apple sees fit to start including Mighty Mouse as standard equipment with new Macs in the near future, as I have found the concept of "right-clicking" (contextual clicking) to be a strong component of teaching kids about the workings of operating systems and user interfaces. It might seem a simple thing, but the power of contextual menus is so much stronger when it can be accessed directly through a mouse-click.

The big news from my (and my school's) perspective this past year wasn't the introduction of a new product but rather Apple's decision to buck the rumors and keep an old workhorse in their current catalog. Read More...

Apple refurbished 2005 and 2004 15" PowerBooks available starting at $1499
Thursday, August 18 2005 @ 9:51 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished 2004 and 2005 15" PowerBooks available today starting at $1499. Each model comes with an Apple one-year warranty, and ground shipping is free. The following configurations are available:

- 2005 15" 1.67GHz PowerBook/Super: $1999 MSRP $2299
- 2005 15" 1.5GHz PowerBook/Combo: $1699 MSRP $1999

- 2004 15" 1.5GHz PowerBook/Super: $1799
- 2004 15" 1.33GHz PowerBook/Combo: $1499

12" 1.2GHz iBook G4/Combo available for $789
Thursday, August 18 2005 @ 9:01 AM ET | Article Link
TechRestore has 12" 1.2GHz iBook G4/Combos available today for $799.99. Look for item number TR1792. A TechRestore 6 month warranty is included, and there is a 30-day full refund policy. Use coupon code MACPRICES during checkout to receive an extra $10 off for a total of $789.99.

2.7GHz Power Mac (reconditioned) available for $2699; save $300
Thursday, August 18 2005 @ 8:49 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has reconditioned 2.7GHz Power Mac G5s available for $2699. Look for item number 5856414. That represents a $300 savings over new models.

Amazon extends $100-$200 mail-in rebates on new Macs
Thursday, August 18 2005 @ 8:33 AM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com has extended their $100-$200 mail-in rebates on new Macs though September 6th. Qualified models include PowerBooks, iMac G5s, and Power Mac G5s. Mail-in rebate forms (PDF) can be found on each product's specification page or on the price trackers at macprices.net. To qualify for the rebate, you must purchase the Mac from Amazon.com -- not one of their partners (Office Depot, etc.). Including the rebates, prices are as follows:

Laptops

$200 rebate:
- 17" 1.67GHz PowerBook G4: $2499.99 MSRP $2699

$150 rebate:
- 15" 1.67GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $2149.99 MSRP $2299
- 15" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combo: $1849.99 MSRP $1999
- 12" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $1549.99 MSRP $1699
- 12" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combo: $1349.99 MSRP $1499

Desktops

$200 rebate:
- DP2.0GHz Power Mac G5: $1794.99 MSRP $1999
- DP2.3GHz Power Mac G5: $2294.99 MSRP $2499
- DP2.7GHz Power Mac G5: $2794.99 MSRP $2999

$150 rebate:
- 20" 2.0GHz iMac G5: $1644.99 MSRP $1799

$100 rebate:
- 17" 2.0GHz iMac G5: $1394.99 MSRP $1499
- 17" 1.8GHz iMac G5: $1194.99 MSRP $1299

Apple loads up on refurbished 2005 and 2004 iMac G5s; prices start at $899
Wednesday, August 17 2005 @ 8:01 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished iMac G5s available this morning starting at $899. Both 2004 and 2005 models are available, and the 2005 models are available for up to $200 off the price of new iMacs. Each model comes with an Apple one-year warranty, and ground shipping is free. The following configurations are available:

- 20" 2005 2.0GHz iMac G5: $1599
- 17" 2005 2.0GHz iMac G5: $1299
- 17" 2005 1.8GHz iMac G5: $1149
- 20" 2004 1.8GHz iMac G5: $1399
- 17" 2004 1.8GHz iMac G5: $999
- 17" 2004 1.6GHz iMac G5: $899

Free upgrade to 1.5GB RAM with PowerBook purchase; $50 off computer
Wednesday, August 17 2005 @ 7:36 AM ET | Article Link
Purchase a new PowerBook at MacMall through August 31st, and receive a free 1GB RAM upgrade, free carrying case, and free Lexmark printer as optional bundles. All three items are free after applicable mail-in rebates (plus $39.95 RAM installation fee). MacMall is also offering a $50 mail-in rebate on any Apple computer over $1000 through August 21st:

- 17" 1.67GHz PowerBook: $2644; sku 194033
- 15" 1.67GHz PowerBook: $2244; sku 194031
- 15" 1.5GHz PowerBook: $1944; sku 194030
- 12" 1.5GHz PowerBook/Super: $1644; sku 194027
- 12" 1.5GHz PowerBook/Combo: $1444; sku 194005

PowerBook Speed Bump Coming Soon? - Plus PowerBook Mystique Mailbag
Wednesday, August 17 2005 @ 7:32 AM ET | Article Link
by Charles W. Moore

Now that the question of what Apple was going to do about the iBook has been answered -- make it more like the PowerBook, the focus shifts to the PowerBook line, which was last refreshed in January. In the normal scheme of things, we would logically be expecting a round of speed bumps, feature enhancements, or even a new model release, at Macworld Expo Paris in September, now only a few weeks away.

Of course, these are not normal times, with the clock counting down to the release of Intel-based Macs next June, and with portables expected to be in the changeover vanguard. But it still a long time till June, and itì not a credible scenario that Apple would try to go 18 months without a PowerBook both update, so September is looking likely, with late October/early November another fallback possibility. Apple doesnō confide in me about such things, so this is just deductive speculation. Read More...

iBooks up to $150 off MSRP through September 6th
Tuesday, August 16 2005 @ 10:34 AM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com is offering a mail-in rebate worth up to $150 off the price of a new 12" or 14" iBook G4 through September 6th (PDF coupon). The iBook must be purchased through Amazon.com and not on of their partners (i.e., CompUSA). Including the rebate, prices are as follows:

- 14" 1.42GHz iBook G4: $1149.99; sku B0009U7XH4. MSRP $1299
- 12" 1.33GHz iBook G4: $899.99; sku B0009U7WZM. MSRP $999

The 12" iBook is in stock today. There is a 1-2 week wait for the 14" model. Their prices are the lowest we've seen for the new iBooks.

Updated PowerBook and iBook Price Trackers
Tuesday, August 16 2005 @ 10:17 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our PowerBook Price Trackers (17" PowerBooks | 15" PowerBooks | 12" PowerBooks) and iBook Price Tracker with the latest information on prices, bundles, and availability from Apple's authorized internet/catalog resellers.

12" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combo (reconditioned) available for $1299; save $200
Tuesday, August 16 2005 @ 9:48 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has reconditioned 2005 12" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combos available for $1299. Look for item number 5749521. That's a $200 savings over new models. A 90-day parts and labor warranty is included, and ground shipping is free.

20" 2GHz iMac G5 (reconditioned) available for $1579; save $220
Tuesday, August 16 2005 @ 8:58 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has reconditioned 20" 2005 2GHz iMac G5s available for $1579. That represents a $220 savings over new models. Look (search) for item number 5856254.

Apple offers refurbished 12" iBook G4s starting at $799
Tuesday, August 16 2005 @ 8:56 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has several Apple Certified Refurbished 12" iBook G4s available this morning. Prices start at $799. Each model comes standard with an Apple one-year warranty, and ground shipping is free. The following configurations are available:

- 12" 1.2GHz iBook G4/Combo: $849
- 12" 1.2GHz iBook G4/CD: $799
- 12" 1GHz iBook G4/Combo: $799

iMacs bundled with Apple Wireless Keyboard and Mouse for only $49
Tuesday, August 16 2005 @ 8:54 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has iMac G5s available today bundled with Apple Wireless Keyboards and Mice for an additional $49. Purchased separately, a keyboard and mouse would cost $119. Here are the applicable skus:

- 20" 2GHz iMac: $1843 sku 5815794
- 17" 2GHz iMac: $1543 sku 5815786
- 17" 1.8GHz iMac: $1343 sku 5815778

14" 1GHz iBook G4 available for $849
Tuesday, August 16 2005 @ 8:41 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has refurbished 14" 1GHz iBook G4/Combos available for $849. An Apple one-year warranty is included, and ground shipping is free.

AirPort Express available for $99; save $30
Tuesday, August 16 2005 @ 8:40 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Reconditioned AirPort Express Base Stations available today for $99. That represents a $30 savings over new models. An Apple one-year warranty is included, and ground shipping is free.

Last Day! Macs on sale; up to $200 off MSRP
Tuesday, August 16 2005 @ 8:25 AM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com is now offering mail-in rebates up to $200 off MSRP on new Macs though August 16th. Qualified models include PowerBooks, iMac G5s, and Power Mac G5s. Mail-in rebate forms (PDF) can be found on each product's specification page or on the price trackers at macprices.net. To qualify for the rebate, you must purchase the Mac from Amazon.com -- not one of their partners (Office Depot, etc.). Including the rebates, prices are as follows:

Laptops

$200 rebate:
- 17" 1.67GHz PowerBook G4: $2499.99 MSRP $2699

$150 rebate:
- 15" 1.67GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $2149.99 MSRP $2299
- 15" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combo: $1849.99 MSRP $1999
- 12" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $1549.99 MSRP $1699
- 12" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combo: $1349.99 MSRP $1499

Desktops

$200 rebate:
- DP2.0GHz Power Mac G5: $1794.99 MSRP $1999
- DP2.3GHz Power Mac G5: $2294.99 MSRP $2499
- DP2.7GHz Power Mac G5: $2794.99 MSRP $2999

$150 rebate:
- 20" 2.0GHz iMac G5: $1644.99 MSRP $1799

$100 rebate:
- 17" 2.0GHz iMac G5: $1394.99 MSRP $1499
- 17" 1.8GHz iMac G5: $1194.99 MSRP $1299

You have to make your purchase by midnight tonight to qualify for the rebate!

Apple Store Back to School Promotions
Monday, August 15 2005 @ 10:25 PM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store for Education is running a couple of promotions right now for students and teachers:

(1) From now until September 16th, students and teachers can get a copy of Microsoft Office Student/Teacher Edition for $99.95 at The Apple Store after a $50 mail-in rebate (PDF coupon). Standard MSRP is $149.95.

(2) Apple will include a free 4GB iPod mini with the purchase of select Macs through September 24th at The Apple Store for Education as part of their Student Union promotion. Qualifying computers include all PowerBooks, Power Macs, iMac G5s, and iBooks. "You can choose a 4GB iPod mini in any color. Or purchase a 6GB iPod mini, 20GB or 60GB iPod, or a 20GB iPod U2 Special Edition and save $179 after mail-in rebate." Their rebate coupon is available here (PDF).

Updated Clearance Price Trackers
Monday, August 15 2005 @ 7:56 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our Clearance PowerBook and iBook Price Trackers with all the latest information on prices and availability for refurbished, open-box return, leftover, and used PowerBooks and iBooks from 14 Mac dealers. We've also updated our Clearance Mac Desktops Price Tracker with the latest information on Power Macs, iMacs, minis, and eMacs.

12" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combo available for $1394; save $100
Monday, August 15 2005 @ 7:46 AM ET | Article Link
eCost.com, which is part of the PC Mall family, has 12" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combos available for $1394 after a $100 instant rebate. No fees or rebates are involved. Look for item number 2774295. Their price is the lowest outright price we've seen for that model.

Free copy of Microsoft Office for Mac w/15" PowerBook
Monday, August 15 2005 @ 7:45 AM ET | Article Link
Purchase any Mac $1994 or more at eCost.com through August 31st, and receive a free copy of Microsoft Office for Mac after mail-in rebate (PDF). That's a $210 value. 15" Aluminum PowerBook G4s qualify for the promotion, and both models are in stock today:

- 15" 1.67GHz PowerBook: $2294; sku 2774314
- 15" 1.5GHz PowerBook: $1994; sku 2774313

17" 1.67GHz PowerBook: $150 off MSRP + free copy of MS Office
Monday, August 15 2005 @ 7:43 AM ET | Article Link
eCost.com has the 17" 1.67GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive available for $2544 after a $150 instant discount. Look for item number 2774316. A copy of Microsoft Office for Mac is included (free after mail-in rebate) through the 31st -- a $210 value.

Refurbished 17" PowerBooks available starting at $1999
Monday, August 15 2005 @ 7:21 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Reconditioned 17" PowerBooks available today starting at $1999. Each model comes with an Apple one-year warranty, and ground shipping is free. The following configurations are available:

- 17" 2005 1.67GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $2299 MSRP $2699
- 17" 2004 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $1999

Apple offers refurbished 2004 15" PowerBooks from $1499
Monday, August 15 2005 @ 7:20 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished 15" 2004 PowerBooks available today starting at $1499. Each model comes with an Apple one-year warranty, and ground shipping is free:

- 15" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $1799
- 15" 1.33GHz PowerBook G4/Combo: $1499

OBR Silver 6GB iPod mini available for $209; save $40
Saturday, August 13 2005 @ 3:40 PM ET | Article Link
MacMall has open-box return Silver 6GB iPod minis available for $209.99. That's a $40 savings over unopened boxes. Look for item number 544863.

Up to $200 off new PowerBooks through the 16th
Saturday, August 13 2005 @ 3:03 PM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com continues to offer mail-in rebates up to $200 off MSRP on new PowerBooks though August 16th -- that's this Tuesday. Mail-in rebate forms (PDF) can be found on each product's specification page or on the price trackers at macprices.net. To qualify for the rebate, you must purchase the Mac from Amazon.com -- not one of their partners (Office Depot, etc.). Including the rebates, prices are as follows:

$200 rebate:
- 17" 1.67GHz PowerBook G4: $2499.99 MSRP $2699

$150 rebate:
- 15" 1.67GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $2149.99 MSRP $2299
- 15" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combo: $1849.99 MSRP $1999
- 12" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $1549.99 MSRP $1699
- 12" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combo: $1349.99 MSRP $1499

Their prices are the lowest we've seen from any Apple Authorized Internet/Catalog Reseller.

Deal Alert! Leftover 20GB 4G iPod available for $239 w/free iTrip plus $15 iTunes card
Saturday, August 13 2005 @ 3:01 PM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com has new, leftover, previous-generation 4G 20GB iPods now available for $239.99. Look for item number B0002OZXHO. Use promo code FREEAPPLEFUN during the checkout process through October 31st to receive a Griffin iTrip and $15 iTunes Gift Card for free. Add all three items to your shopping cart first.

Education customers get free iPod mini with purchase of new Mac
Friday, August 12 2005 @ 10:17 AM ET | Article Link
Apple will include a free 4GB iPod mini with the purchase of select Macs through September 24th at The Apple Store for Education as part of their Student Union promotion. Qualifying computers include all PowerBooks, Power Macs, iMac G5s, and iBooks. "You can choose a 4GB iPod mini in any color. Or purchase a 6GB iPod mini, 20GB or 60GB iPod, or a 20GB iPod U2 Special Edition and save $179 after mail-in rebate." Their rebate coupon is available here (PDF).

Up to $150 off iMac G5s through the 16th
Friday, August 12 2005 @ 10:15 AM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com is offering mail-in rebates up to $150 off MSRP on new iMac G5s through August 16th. Mail-in rebate forms (PDF) can be found on each product's specification page or on the price trackers at macprices.net. To qualify for the rebate, you must purchase the Mac from Amazon.com -- not one of their partners (Office Depot, etc.). Including the rebates, prices are as follows:

$150 rebate:
- 20" 2.0GHz iMac G5: $1644.99 MSRP $1799

$100 rebate:
- 17" 2.0GHz iMac G5: $1394.99 MSRP $1499
- 17" 1.8GHz iMac G5: $1194.99 MSRP $1299

Their prices are the lowest we've seen from any Apple Authorized Internet/Catalog Reseller.

Updated PowerBook and iBook Price Trackers
Friday, August 12 2005 @ 10:10 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our PowerBook Price Trackers (17" PowerBooks | 15" PowerBooks | 12" PowerBooks) and iBook Price Tracker with the latest information on prices, bundles, and availability from Apple's authorized internet/catalog resellers.

Updated Clearance Price Trackers
Friday, August 12 2005 @ 10:10 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our Clearance PowerBook and iBook Price Trackers with all the latest information on prices and availability for refurbished, open-box return, leftover, and used PowerBooks and iBooks from 14 Mac dealers. We've also updated our Clearance Mac Desktops Price Tracker with the latest information on Power Macs, iMacs, minis, and eMacs.

OBR 12" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combo available for $1309; save $190
Friday, August 12 2005 @ 9:59 AM ET | Article Link
eCost.com has open-box return 12" 2005 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combos available for $1309.94. Look for item number 2871274. That represents a $190 savings over unopened boxes.

15" 1.5GHz PowerBook available with free extra battery plus carrying case
Friday, August 12 2005 @ 9:55 AM ET | Article Link
MacZone has the 15" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combo available today for $1994.98 with a free extra battery plus a free carrying case -- no rebates or forms involved. Look for item number 0032480.

Save $200 with Apple Refurbished 12" 2005 1.5GHz PowerBooks
Friday, August 12 2005 @ 8:50 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished 12" 1.5GHz PowerBooks available today for a $200 discount over new models. Each PowerBook comes with an Apple one-year warranty, just like new laptops, and ground shipping is free. The following configurations are available:

- 12" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $1499
- 12" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combo: $1299

Save $300 with refurbished 2005 15" Aluminum PowerBook G4s
Friday, August 12 2005 @ 8:49 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished 2005 15" PowerBooks available today for $300 off the price of new models. The 15" 1.67GHz PowerBook is available for $1999, while the 15" 1.5GHz PowerBook is available for $1699. Each model comes with an Apple one-year warranty, and ground shipping is free.

Save $100 on 14" 1.42GHz iBook G4
Thursday, August 11 2005 @ 10:42 AM ET | Article Link
Choose an internal Combo Drive instead of the standard SuperDrive with your custom-configured 14" 1.42GHz iBook at The Apple Store, and take $100 off the price for a total of $1199. As configured, these iBooks are shipping in 1-3 business days. Use this option only if you have no need to burn DVDs.

12" 1.33GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive (refurbished) available for $1299
Thursday, August 11 2005 @ 10:39 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished 2004 12" 1.33GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrives available today for $1299. An Apple one-year warranty is included, and ground shipping is free.

2004 iMac G5s available starting at $899
Thursday, August 11 2005 @ 10:34 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Reconditioned 2004 iMac G5s available today starting at $899. The 17" 1.6GHz iMac G5 is available for $899, the 17" 1.8GHz iMac G5 is available for $999, and the 20" 1.8GHz iMac G5 is available for $1399. Each model comes with an Apple one-year warranty, and ground shipping is free.

Leftover 12" 1.2GHz iBook G4/Combo available for $799
Thursday, August 11 2005 @ 10:14 AM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com has new, leftover, previous-generation 12" 1.2GHz iBook G4/Combos available for $799.99 after a $100 mail-in rebate (PDF) good through August 16th. Look for item number B0002A6YVC.

Up to $150 instant discount on Apple Aluminum Displays
Thursday, August 11 2005 @ 9:34 AM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com is discounting Apple Aluminum DVI Displays by as much as $150 for a limited time. Put a display into your shopping cart to see the reduced price. The 20" Display is available for $759.99 ($40 discount), and the 23" Display is available for $1424.99. The 30" Display is available for $2849.99 ($150 discount). All three models are in stock today.

Free 1GB RAM upgrade available with new PowerBooks and iBooks
Thursday, August 11 2005 @ 9:23 AM ET | Article Link
MacMall has PowerBooks and iBooks available today including a free 1GB 'premium' RAM upgrade, for a total of 1.5GB of RAM. The memory is free after a $179 mail-in rebate and $39.95 installation fee, good while supplies last. Also free, after applicable mail-in rebates, are a Lexmark Z816 printer and a carrying case. All models are in stock today, except the 1.42GHz iBook and 12" PowerBook/SuperDrive.

You can choose to substitute the free RAM with a free (after rebate) Apple iSight Camera for a limited time.

12" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combo available for $1394; save $100
Thursday, August 11 2005 @ 9:17 AM ET | Article Link
eCost.com, which is part of the PC Mall family, has 12" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combos available for $1394 after a $100 instant rebate. No fees or rebates are involved. Look for item number 2774295. Their price is the lowest outright price we've seen for that model.

OBR 15" 1.67GHz PowerBook available for $1959; save $335!
Thursday, August 11 2005 @ 9:14 AM ET | Article Link
eCost.com has open-box return 15" 1.67GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrives available for $1959.94. That represents a $335 savings over unopened boxes. Look for item number 2865326. Apple's one-year warranty is intact.

17" 1.67GHz PowerBook: $150 off MSRP + free copy of MS Office
Thursday, August 11 2005 @ 9:11 AM ET | Article Link
eCost.com has the 17" 1.67GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive available for $2544 after a $150 instant discount. Look for item number 2774316. A copy of Microsoft Office for Mac is included (free after mail-in rebate) through the 14th -- a $210 value.

12" 800MHz iBook G4/Combo available for $639.99
Thursday, August 11 2005 @ 9:03 AM ET | Article Link
TechRestore has 12" 800MHz iBook G4/Combos available today for $649.99. Look for item number TR1591. A TechRestore 6 month warranty is included, and there is a 30-day full refund policy. Use coupon code MACPRICES during checkout to receive an extra $10 off for a total of $639.99.

The PowerBook Doesn't Need A Name Change - Plus PowerBook Mystique Mailbag
Wednesday, August 10 2005 @ 11:15 AM ET | Article Link
by Charles W. Moore

Some might suggest that Apple's recently announced switch to Intel from Power PC processors is a logical cue to drop the "Power"Book nomenclature. However, there were PowerBooks on the market for four years before the first Power PC model arrived. At the beginning, the name applied to a machine with an 8 MHz Motorola 68000 processor. It was just coincidence that both designations contain the word "power," but it's not difficult to understand the overlap. "Power" is a concept with unambiguously positive connotations when applied to a product like computers. Read More...

12" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combo (reconditioned) available for $1299; save $200
Wednesday, August 10 2005 @ 10:12 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has reconditioned 2005 12" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combos available for $1299. Look for item number 5749521. That's a $200 savings over new models. A 90-day parts and labor warranty is included, and ground shipping is free.

Apple refurbished 14" 1.33GHz iBooks available from $999; save up to $400
Wednesday, August 10 2005 @ 10:00 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished 14" 1.33GHz iBook G4s available today for up to $400 off original list price. The 14" 1.33GHz iBook G4/SuperDrive is available for $1099, while the 14" 1.33GHz iBook G4/Combo is available for $999. Each model comes with an Apple one-year warranty, and ground shipping is free.

17" PowerBooks available starting at $1799
Wednesday, August 10 2005 @ 9:31 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has three generations of 17" PowerBooks available today at prices starting at $1799. An Apple one-year warranty is included with each model, and ground shipping is free. The following configurations are available:

- 17" 2005 1.67GHz PowerBook: $2299
- 17" 2004 1.5GHz PowerBook: $1999
- 17" 2003 1.33GHz PowerBook: $1799

12" 1.2GHz iBook G4/Combo available for $833
Wednesday, August 10 2005 @ 9:04 AM ET | Article Link
ABT Electronics has new, leftover, previous-generation 12" 1.2GHz iBook G4/Combos available for $848. Use coupon code ENT15OFF during the checkout process to take $15 off for a total price of $833. Look for item number M9623LL/A. That's the lowest outright price we've seen for that model.

Week's Best PowerBook Deals; lowest prices, best bundles
Tuesday, August 9 2005 @ 3:41 PM ET | Article Link
We've posted the Week's Best PowerBook Deals at macprices.net for Tuesday, the 9th of August. There we point you to the lowest available prices from Appe's resellers and the best set of available bundles.

Choice of Apple iSight or 1GB RAM w/PowerBook purchase through the 14th
Tuesday, August 9 2005 @ 10:56 AM ET | Article Link
Purchase a new PowerBook at MacMall through August 14th, and choose an Apple iSight Camera or 1GB RAM upgrade, both for free after applicable mail-in rebates (plus $39.95 RAM installation fee):

- 17" 1.67GHz PowerBook: $2694; sku 194033
- 15" 1.67GHz PowerBook: $2294; sku 194031
- 15" 1.5GHz PowerBook: $1994; sku 194030
- 12" 1.5GHz PowerBook/Super: $1694; sku 194027
- 12" 1.5GHz PowerBook/Combo: $1494; sku 194005

Up to $200 off new PowerBooks through the 16th
Tuesday, August 9 2005 @ 9:59 AM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com continues to offer mail-in rebates up to $200 off MSRP on new PowerBooks though August 16th. Mail-in rebate forms (PDF) can be found on each product's specification page or on the price trackers at macprices.net. To qualify for the rebate, you must purchase the Mac from Amazon.com -- not one of their partners (Office Depot, etc.). Including the rebates, prices are as follows:

$200 rebate:
- 17" 1.67GHz PowerBook G4: $2499.99 MSRP $2699

$150 rebate:
- 15" 1.67GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $2149.99 MSRP $2299
- 15" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combo: $1849.99 MSRP $1999
- 12" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $1549.99 MSRP $1699
- 12" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combo: $1349.99 MSRP $1499

Their prices are the lowest we've seen from any Apple Authorized Internet/Catalog Reseller.

14" 1.33GHz iBooks available starting at $1044
Tuesday, August 9 2005 @ 9:00 AM ET | Article Link
eCost.com has new, leftover, previous-generation 14" iBooks available starting at $1044. The 14" 1.33GHz iBook G4/Combo is available for $1044 (item number 2672027), and the 14" 1.33GHz iBook G4/SuperDrive is available for $1144 (item number 2672029).

14" 1.33GHz iBook G4/Combo available for $999
Tuesday, August 9 2005 @ 8:36 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished 14" 1.33GHz iBook G4/Combos available today for $999. An Apple one-year warranty is included, and ground shipping is free.

Free copy of Microsoft Office for Mac w/15" or 17" PowerBook
Monday, August 8 2005 @ 11:22 AM ET | Article Link
Purchase any Mac $1994 or more at eCost.com through August 31st, and receive a free copy of Microsoft Office for Mac after mail-in rebate (PDF). That's a $210 value. 15" and 17" Aluminum PowerBook G4s qualify for the promotion, and all three models are in stock today. In addition, the 17" PowerBook is discounted $150 off MSRP:

- 17" 1.67GHz PowerBook: $2544; sku 2774316
- 15" 1.67GHz PowerBook: $2294; sku 2774314
- 15" 1.5GHz PowerBook: $1994; sku 2774313

Updated PowerBook and iBook Price Trackers
Monday, August 8 2005 @ 11:09 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our PowerBook Price Trackers (17" PowerBooks | 15" PowerBooks | 12" PowerBooks) and iBook Price Tracker with the latest information on prices, bundles, and availability from Apple's authorized internet/catalog resellers.

Updated Clearance Price Trackers
Monday, August 8 2005 @ 11:08 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our Clearance PowerBook and iBook Price Trackers with all the latest information on prices and availability for refurbished, open-box return, leftover, and used PowerBooks and iBooks from 14 Mac dealers. We've also updated our Clearance Mac Desktops Price Tracker with the latest information on Power Macs, iMacs, minis, and eMacs.

Updated Desktop Price Trackers
Monday, August 8 2005 @ 11:08 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our iMac G5 Price Tracker, Power Mac G5 Price Tracker, Mac mini Price Tracker, and eMac Price Tracker with the latest information on prices, availability, and bundles from Apple's authorized internet/catalog resellers.

Save up to $140 with reconditioned 1.42GHz eMacs
Monday, August 8 2005 @ 10:32 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has reconditioned 1.42GHz eMac/SuperDrives available for $869. Look for item number 5986948. That's a $140 savings over new models. They also have reconditioned 1.42GHz eMac/Combos available for $689 -- a $110 savings over new models. Look for item number 5835082. A 90-day parts and labor warranty is included with each eMac.

2004 17" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4 (refurbished) available for $1999
Monday, August 8 2005 @ 9:27 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished 2004 17" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrives available today for $1999. An Apple one-year warranty is standard, and ground shipping is free.

Refurbished 17" 1.67GHz PowerBook available for $2299; save $400
Monday, August 8 2005 @ 9:26 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished 17" 1.67GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrives available today for $2299. That's a $400 discount over new models. An Apple one-year warranty is included, and ground shipping is free.

Save $300 with refurbished 2005 15" Aluminum PowerBook G4s
Monday, August 8 2005 @ 9:25 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished 2005 15" PowerBooks available today for $300 off the price of new models. The 15" 1.67GHz PowerBook is available for $1999, while the 15" 1.5GHz PowerBook is available for $1699. Each model comes with an Apple one-year warranty, and ground shipping is free. Note that Apple is reporting a 7-10 day wait for each of these PowerBooks.

Apple Certified Refurbished 12" 1.5GHz PowerBooks available; save $200 over new models
Monday, August 8 2005 @ 9:24 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished 12" 1.5GHz PowerBooks available today for a $200 discount over new models. Each PowerBook comes with an Apple one-year warranty, just like new laptops, and ground shipping is free. The following configurations are available:

- 12" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $1499
- 12" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combo: $1299

2004 iMac G5s available starting at $999
Monday, August 8 2005 @ 9:22 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished 2004 iMac G5s available today starting at $999. The 17" 1.8GHz iMac G5 is available for $999, and the 20" 1.8GHz iMac G5 is available for $1399. Each model comes with an Apple one-year warranty, and ground shipping is free.

Custom configured PowerBooks from Apple; save $150 on some configurations
Monday, August 8 2005 @ 9:16 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has several build-to-order (BTO) options available with new PowerBook G4s. With these options, you can configure the size of the hard drive, the type of optical drive, and the amount of included memory:

- 17" 1.67GHz PowerBook: 80GB hard drive (-$100), Up to 2GB RAM ($850)
- 15" 1.67GHz PowerBook: 100GB HD ($100), Combo Drive (-$150), Up to 2GB RAM ($850), 128MB VRAM ($100)
- 15" 1.5GHz PowerBook: 100GB HD ($100), SuperDrive ($150), Up to 2GB RAM ($850)
- 12" 1.5GHz PowerBooks: 100GB 5400rpm HD ($150), Up to 1.256GB RAM ($425)

With these options, the wait at The Apple Store increases to 1-3 business days. Note that some of the options will actually reduce the price of the PowerBook. For instance, choosing an 80GB hard drive, as opposed to the standard 100GB hard drive, will lower the price of the 17" PowerBook by $100 to $2594. Choosing a Combo Drive with the 15" 1.67GHz model lowers the price by $150 to $2149.

Up to $150 off iMac G5s through the 16th
Monday, August 8 2005 @ 9:11 AM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com is offering mail-in rebates up to $150 off MSRP on new iMac G5s through August 16th. Mail-in rebate forms (PDF) can be found on each product's specification page or on the price trackers at macprices.net. To qualify for the rebate, you must purchase the Mac from Amazon.com -- not one of their partners (Office Depot, etc.). Including the rebates, prices are as follows:

$150 rebate:
- 20" 2.0GHz iMac G5: $1644.99 MSRP $1799

$100 rebate:
- 17" 2.0GHz iMac G5: $1394.99 MSRP $1499
- 17" 1.8GHz iMac G5: $1194.99 MSRP $1299

Their prices are the lowest we've seen from any Apple Authorized Internet/Catalog Reseller.

Up to $150 instant discount on Apple Aluminum Displays
Monday, August 8 2005 @ 9:10 AM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com is discounting Apple Aluminum DVI Displays by as much as $150 for a limited time. Put a display into your shopping cart to see the reduced price. The 20" Display is available for $759.99 ($40 discount), and the 23" Display is available for $1424.99. The 30" Display is available for $2849.99 ($150 discount). All three models are in stock today.

17" 1.67GHz PowerBook available for $2584; save $115
Monday, August 8 2005 @ 8:58 AM ET | Article Link
ABT Electronics has 17" 1.67GHz PowerBooks available for $2599. That's $100 off MSRP. Use coupon code ENT15OFF during the checkout process to save an additional $15 for a total price of $2584. Look for item number M9689LL/A.

Custom 1.42GHz iBook available for $1199; save $100
Saturday, August 6 2005 @ 9:20 AM ET | Article Link
Choose an internal Combo Drive instead of the standard SuperDrive with your custom-configured 14" 1.42GHz iBook at The Apple Store, and take $100 off the price for a total of $1199. As configured, these iBooks are shipping in 1-3 business days. Use this option only if you have no need to burn DVDs.

12" 1.2GHz iBook G4 available for $899 w/free 512MB RAM upgrade
Saturday, August 6 2005 @ 9:06 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has new, leftover, previous-generation 12" 1.2GHz iBook G4/Combos available for $899 including a free 512MB RAM upgrade. That gives you a total of 768MB of RAM. Look for item number 5471426. A $119 mail-in rebate is required, as is a $39.95 RAM installation fee.

12" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combo available for $1394; save $100
Saturday, August 6 2005 @ 8:58 AM ET | Article Link
eCost.com, which is part of the PC Mall family, has 12" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combos available for $1394 after a $100 instant rebate. No fees or rebates are involved. Look for item number 2774295.

17" 1.67GHz PowerBook available for $2544; save $150
Saturday, August 6 2005 @ 8:57 AM ET | Article Link
eCost.com, which is part of the PC Mall family, has 17" 1.67GHz PowerBook G4s available for $2544 after a $150 instant discount. No fees or rebates are involved. Look for item number 2774316. Their price is the lowest we've seen from any Apple Authorized Internet/Catalog Reseller.

Apple offers refurbished 2004 15" PowerBooks from $1499
Saturday, August 6 2005 @ 8:44 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished 15" 2004 PowerBooks available today starting at $1499. Each model comes with an Apple one-year warranty, and ground shipping is free:

- 15" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $1799
- 15" 1.33GHz PowerBook G4/Combo: $1499

1.42GHz eMac/SuperDrive (refurbished) available for $899; save $100
Saturday, August 6 2005 @ 8:40 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished 1.42GHz eMac/SuperDrives available today for $899. That's a $100 savings over new models. An Apple one-year warranty is included.

Education customers get free iPod mini with purchase of new Mac
Saturday, August 6 2005 @ 8:38 AM ET | Article Link
Apple will include a free 4GB iPod mini with the purchase of select Macs through September 24th at The Apple Store for Education as part of their Student Union promotion. Qualifying computers include all PowerBooks, Power Macs, iMac G5s, and iBooks. "You can choose a 4GB iPod mini in any color. Or purchase a 6GB iPod mini, 20GB or 60GB iPod, or a 20GB iPod U2 Special Edition and save $179 after mail-in rebate." Their rebate coupon is available here (PDF).

iMacs bundled with Apple Wireless Keyboard and Mouse for only $49
Saturday, August 6 2005 @ 8:37 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has iMac G5s available today bundled with Apple Wireless Keyboards and Mice for an additional $49. Purchased separately, a keyboard and mouse would cost $119. Here are the applicable skus:

- 20" 2GHz iMac: $1843 sku 5815794
- 17" 2GHz iMac: $1543 sku 5815786
- 17" 1.8GHz iMac: $1343 sku 5815778

PowerBooks: Up to $200 off MSRP through the 16th
Friday, August 5 2005 @ 10:25 AM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com continues to offer mail-in rebates up to $200 off MSRP on new PowerBooks though August 16th. Mail-in rebate forms (PDF) can be found on each product's specification page or on the price trackers at macprices.net. To qualify for the rebate, you must purchase the Mac from Amazon.com -- not one of their partners (Office Depot, etc.). Including the rebates, prices are as follows:

$200 rebate:
- 17" 1.67GHz PowerBook G4: $2499.99 MSRP $2699

$150 rebate:
- 15" 1.67GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $2149.99 MSRP $2299
- 15" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combo: $1849.99 MSRP $1999
- 12" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $1549.99 MSRP $1699
- 12" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combo: $1349.99 MSRP $1499

Their prices are the lowest we've seen from any Apple Authorized Internet/Catalog Reseller.

Updated PowerBook Price Trackers
Friday, August 5 2005 @ 10:22 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our PowerBook Price Trackers (17" PowerBooks | 15" PowerBooks | 12" PowerBooks) with the latest information on prices, bundles, and availability from Apple's authorized internet/catalog resellers.

New iBooks available with free upgrade to 1.5GB of RAM
Friday, August 5 2005 @ 9:57 AM ET | Article Link
MacMall has the new iBooks available for order today including a free 1GB 'premium' RAM upgrade, for a total of 1.5GB of RAM. The memory is free after a $179 mail-in rebate and $39.95 installation fee, good while supplies last. Also free, after applicable mail-in rebates, are a Lexmark Z816 printer and a carrying case. The 12" 1.33GHz iBook is available for $994 (in stock today), and the 14" 1.42GHz iBook is available for $1294.

14" 1.33GHz iBooks available starting at $1044
Friday, August 5 2005 @ 9:52 AM ET | Article Link
eCost.com has new, leftover, previous-generation 14" iBooks available starting at $1044. The 14" 1.33GHz iBook G4/Combo is available for $1044 (item number 2672027), and the 14" 1.33GHz iBook G4/SuperDrive is available for $1144 (item number 2672029).

Leftover 12" 1.2GHz iBook G4/Combo available for $799
Friday, August 5 2005 @ 9:49 AM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com has new, leftover, previous-generation 12" 1.2GHz iBook G4/Combos available for $799.99 after a $100 mail-in rebate (PDF) good through August 16th. Look for item number B0002A6YVC. That's $100 cheaper than the lowest price we've seen for that model.

PowerBook Auctions: 12" 1.33GHz PowerBook G4/1.25GB RAM; bids start at $1000
Friday, August 5 2005 @ 9:44 AM ET | Article Link
12" 1.33GHz PowerBook G4/1.25GB RAM
Bids start at $1000. Ends on August 16th. See item description for full details.

Receive a free $5 account credit when you register and start your first auction at PowerBook Auctions today (that's enough for most people to start their first auction). This offer will only be available for a limited time, so register your username today.

iBook G3s available from $549 with warranties
Friday, August 5 2005 @ 9:34 AM ET | Article Link
TechRestore has several 12" and 14" reconditioned iBook G3s available today starting at $549:

iBook G3/900 Combo 14-inch: $649.99
iBook G3/900 Combo 12-inch: $649.99
iBook G3/800 Combo 14-inch: $599.99
iBook G3/800 Combo 12-inch: $599.99
iBook G3/700 Combo 12-inch: $549.99

A TechRestore 6 month warranty is included with each model, and there is also a 30-day full refund policy. Use coupon code MACPRICES during checkout to take $10 off any purchase at TechRestore, including these iBooks.

15" 1.67GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive (reconditioned) available for $2049; save $250
Thursday, August 4 2005 @ 2:15 PM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has reconditioned 15" 1.67GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrives available again today for $2049. Look for item number 5760383. That represents a $250 savings over new models. A 90-day warranty is included.

Week's Best PowerBook Deals
Thursday, August 4 2005 @ 10:26 AM ET | Article Link
We've posted the Week's Best PowerBook Deals at macprices.net for Thursday, the 4th of August. And don't forget to check out the Deal of the Week, where we point you to one great deal each week.

Updated iBook Price Trackers
Thursday, August 4 2005 @ 9:23 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our iBook Price Tracker with the latest information on prices, bundles, and availability from Apple's Authorized Internet/Catalog Resellers. This includes information on the new 1.33GHz and 1.42GHz iBooks.

Prices on leftover, October 2004 models has been moved to our 12" iBook (leftover) Price Tracker and our 14" iBook (leftover) Price Tracker.

AirPort Express available for $99; save $30
Thursday, August 4 2005 @ 8:57 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Reconditioned AirPort Express Base Stations available today for $99. That represents a $30 savings over new models. An Apple one-year warranty is included, and ground shipping is free.

2004 17" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4 (refurbished) available for $1999
Thursday, August 4 2005 @ 8:56 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished 2004 17" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrives available today for $1999. An Apple one-year warranty is standard, and ground shipping is free.

Education customers save $5 on Apple's Mighty Mouse
Wednesday, August 3 2005 @ 10:22 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store for Education has the new Apple Mighty Mouse available for $44 -- $5 off full price. There is a 2-4 day wait for shipping. The discount is available to students and teachers only.

Up to $150 off iMac G5s
Wednesday, August 3 2005 @ 8:47 AM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com is offering mail-in rebates up to $150 off MSRP on new iMac G5s through August 16th. Mail-in rebate forms (PDF) can be found on each product's specification page or on the price trackers at macprices.net. To qualify for the rebate, you must purchase the Mac from Amazon.com -- not one of their partners (Office Depot, etc.). Including the rebates, prices are as follows:

$150 rebate:
- 20" 2.0GHz iMac G5: $1644.99 MSRP $1799

$100 rebate:
- 17" 2.0GHz iMac G5: $1394.99 MSRP $1499
- 17" 1.8GHz iMac G5: $1194.99 MSRP $1299

Their prices are the lowest we've seen from any Apple Authorized Internet/Catalog Reseller.

"Son Of Pismo" Finally Realized With July '05 14" iBook?
Wednesday, August 3 2005 @ 8:19 AM ET | Article Link
by Charles W. Moore

After the PowerBook 2000 Pismo was discontinued in January, 2001 at the introduction of the first Titanium PowerBooks, a persistent rumor developed that Apple was at work on a "mid-range" G3 PowerBook with the tried-and-true 14.1" 1024 x 768 display that graced all three G3 Series PowerBook models. This vaporous machine was popularly referred to as "Son Of Pismo."

In early 2001, Apple had two laptop families with four separate variants � the new Titanium PowerBook G4 in 400 MHz and 500 MHz versions, and the clamshell iBook G3 in 366MHz and 466 MHz speeds. In May of that year the range narrowed further, with the new dual-USB iBook coming with 500 MHz G3 power across the board, although with four optical drive configuration options.

Nevertheless, "Son of Pismo" speculation continued throughout 2001, and at Macworld Expo San Francisco in January, 2002, it was revealed that there actually had been a new 14.1" laptop under development. However, the "middle-sized" machine that Steve Jobs unveiled wasn't a PowerBook, but rather a "stretch" dual-USB iBook, with a Pismo-sized screen in a larger version of the 12" iBook's case, as well as pretty much the same set of features and connectivity options as its smaller sibling. Read More...

Refurbished 17" 1.67GHz PowerBook available for $2299; save $400
Wednesday, August 3 2005 @ 8:11 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished 17" 1.67GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrives available today for $2299. That's a $400 discount over new models. An Apple one-year warranty is included, and ground shipping is free.

Save $300 with refurbished 2005 15" Aluminum PowerBook G4s
Wednesday, August 3 2005 @ 8:10 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Refurbished 2005 15" PowerBooks available today for $300 off the price of new models. The 15" 1.67GHz PowerBook is available for $1999, while the 15" 1.5GHz PowerBook is available for $1699. Each model comes with an Apple one-year warranty, and ground shipping is free. Note that Apple is reporting a 7-10 day wait for each of these PowerBooks.

Apple refurbished 2005 and 2004 12" PowerBooks available starting at $1099
Wednesday, August 3 2005 @ 8:09 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has Apple Certified Reconditioned 12" Aluminum PowerBook G4s available today starting at $1099. Each model comes with an Apple one-year warranty, and ground shipping is free. The following configurations are available:

- 12" 2005 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $1499 ($200 discount over new)
- 12" 2005 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combo: $1299 ($200 discount over new)
- 12" 2004 1.33GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $1299
- 12" 2004 1.33GHz PowerBook G4/Combo: $1099

Note that some of these models may sell out quickly.

New to The Apple Store: Apple Mighty Mouse
Tuesday, August 2 2005 @ 8:38 AM ET | Article Link
Apple introduced the Apple Mighty Mouse today -- a multifunctional mouse with a scroll wheel and four programmable buttons. It's available from The Apple Store today for $49.

17" 1.67GHz PowerBook available for $2544; save $150
Tuesday, August 2 2005 @ 8:26 AM ET | Article Link
eCost.com has 17" 1.67GHz PowerBook G4s available for $2544 after a $150 instant discount. No fees or rebates are involved. Look for item number 2774316. Their price is the lowest we've seen from any Apple Authorized Internet/Catalog Reseller.

12" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combo available for $1394; save $100
Tuesday, August 2 2005 @ 8:26 AM ET | Article Link
eCost.com has 12" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combos available for $1394 after a $100 instant rebate. No fees or rebates are involved. Look for item number 2774295.

OBR 15" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combo available for $1699; save $300
Tuesday, August 2 2005 @ 8:15 AM ET | Article Link
ClubMac has open-box return 15" 2005 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combos available for $1699.99. Look for item number 760082. That represents a $300 savings over unopened boxes. Apple's one-year warranty is intact.

PowerBooks available with free iSight plus 1GB RAM upgrade
Tuesday, August 2 2005 @ 8:11 AM ET | Article Link
Purchase any new PowerBook at MacMall through August 14th, and receive a free Apple iSight. Offer is good after a $144 mail-in rebate. A 1GB 'premium' RAM upgrade is also available after a $179 mail-in rebate and $39.95 installation fee. That gives you a total of 1.5GB of RAM with your PowerBook. RAM offer is valid until August 15th.

New iBooks available with free upgrade to 1.5GB of RAM
Monday, August 1 2005 @ 11:34 AM ET | Article Link
MacMall has the new iBooks available for order today including a free 1GB 'premium' RAM upgrade, for a total of 1.5GB of RAM. The memory is free after a $179 mail-in rebate and $39.95 installation fee, good while supplies last. Also free, after applicable mail-in rebates, are a Lexmark Z816 printer and a carrying case. The 12" 1.33GHz iBook is available for $994, and the 14" 1.42GHz iBook is available for $1294.

Up to $350 off leftover 2004 iBooks, now with free 1GB RAM upgrade
Monday, August 1 2005 @ 11:32 AM ET | Article Link
MacMall has new, leftover, previous-generation iBook G4s reduced up to $350 off previous prices. Each model is available with a free 1GB 'premium' RAM upgrade (mail-in rebate and installation fee required) while supplies last:

- 12" 1.2GHz iBook G4: $894 ($100 drop)
- 14" 1.33GHz iBook G4/Combo: $1044 ($250 drop)
- 14" 1.33GHz iBook G4/SuperDrive: $1144 ($350 drop)

Updated PowerBook and iBook Price Trackers
Monday, August 1 2005 @ 11:30 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our PowerBook Price Trackers (17" PowerBooks | 15" PowerBooks | 12" PowerBooks) and iBook Price Tracker with the latest information on prices, bundles, and availability from Apple's authorized internet/catalog resellers.

Updated Clearance Price Trackers
Monday, August 1 2005 @ 11:28 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our Clearance PowerBook and iBook Price Trackers with all the latest information on prices and availability for refurbished, open-box return, leftover, and used PowerBooks and iBooks from 14 Mac dealers. We've also updated our Clearance Mac Desktops Price Tracker with the latest information on Power Macs, iMacs, minis, and eMacs.

Updated Desktop Price Trackers
Monday, August 1 2005 @ 11:28 AM ET | Article Link
We've updated our iMac G5 Price Tracker, Power Mac G5 Price Tracker, Mac mini Price Tracker, and eMac Price Tracker with the latest information on prices, availability, and bundles from Apple's authorized internet/catalog resellers.

OBR 20" 2005 2GHz iMac G5 available for $1619; save $180
Monday, August 1 2005 @ 11:27 AM ET | Article Link
ClubMac has open-box return 20" 2005 2.0GHz iMac G5s available for $1619.99. Look for item number 570606. That represents a savings of $180 over unopened boxes.

OBR 12" 1.5GHz PowerBook/SuperDrive available for $1479; save $220
Monday, August 1 2005 @ 11:19 AM ET | Article Link
MacMall has open-box return 12" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrives available for $1479.99. Look for item number 487939. That represents a $220 savings over new models.

iMacs bundled with Apple Wireless Keyboard and Mouse for only $49
Monday, August 1 2005 @ 10:32 AM ET | Article Link
MacConnection has iMac G5s available today bundled with Apple Wireless Keyboards and Mice for an additional $49. Purchased separately, a keyboard and mouse would cost $119. Here are the applicable skus:

- 20" 2GHz iMac: $1843 sku 5815794
- 17" 2GHz iMac: $1543 sku 5815786
- 17" 1.8GHz iMac: $1343 sku 5815778

Education customers get free iPod mini with purchase of new Mac
Monday, August 1 2005 @ 10:17 AM ET | Article Link
Apple will include a free 4GB iPod mini with the purchase of select Macs through September 24th at The Apple Store for Education as part of their Student Union promotion. Qualifying computers include all PowerBooks, Power Macs, iMac G5s, and iBooks. "You can choose a 4GB iPod mini in any color. Or purchase a 6GB iPod mini, 20GB or 60GB iPod, or a 20GB iPod U2 Special Edition and save $179 after mail-in rebate." Their rebate coupon is available here (PDF).

Apple Store promotion: Get MS Office Student/Teacher Edition for $99.95
Monday, August 1 2005 @ 10:16 AM ET | Article Link
From now until September 16th, students and teachers can get a copy of Microsoft Office Student/Teacher Edition for $99.95 at The Apple Store after a $50 mail-in rebate (PDF coupon). Standard MSRP is $149.95.

Custom configured PowerBooks from Apple; save $150 on some configurations
Monday, August 1 2005 @ 10:13 AM ET | Article Link
The Apple Store has several build-to-order (BTO) options available with new PowerBook G4s. With these options, you can configure the size of the hard drive, the type of optical drive, and the amount of included memory:

- 17" 1.67GHz PowerBook: 80GB hard drive (-$100), Up to 2GB RAM ($850)
- 15" 1.67GHz PowerBook: 100GB HD ($100), Combo Drive (-$150), Up to 2GB RAM ($850), 128MB VRAM ($100)
- 15" 1.5GHz PowerBook: 100GB HD ($100), SuperDrive ($150), Up to 2GB RAM ($850)
- 12" 1.5GHz PowerBooks: 100GB 5400rpm HD ($150), Up to 1.256GB RAM ($425)

With these options, the wait at The Apple Store increases to 3-5 business days. Note that some of the options will actually reduce the price of the PowerBook. For instance, choosing an 80GB hard drive, as opposed to the standard 100GB hard drive, will lower the price of the 17" PowerBook by $100 to $2594. Choosing a Combo Drive with the 15" 1.67GHz model lowers the price by $150 to $2149.

Up to $200 off new PowerBooks
Monday, August 1 2005 @ 9:27 AM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com is now offering mail-in rebates up to $200 off MSRP on new PowerBooks though August 16th. Mail-in rebate forms (PDF) can be found on each product's specification page or on the price trackers at macprices.net. To qualify for the rebate, you must purchase the Mac from Amazon.com -- not one of their partners (Office Depot, etc.). Including the rebates, prices are as follows:

$200 rebate:
- 17" 1.67GHz PowerBook G4: $2499.99 MSRP $2699

$150 rebate:
- 15" 1.67GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $2149.99 MSRP $2299
- 15" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combo: $1849.99 MSRP $1999
- 12" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/SuperDrive: $1549.99 MSRP $1699
- 12" 1.5GHz PowerBook G4/Combo: $1349.99 MSRP $1499

Their prices are the lowest we've seen from any Apple Authorized Internet/Catalog Reseller.

Leftover 12" 1.2GHz iBook G4/Combo available for $799
Monday, August 1 2005 @ 9:23 AM ET | Article Link
Amazon.com has new, leftover, previous-generation 12" 1.2GHz iBook G4/Combos available for $799.99 after a $100 mail-in rebate (PDF) good through August 16th. Look for item number B0002A6YVC. That's $100 cheaper than the lowest price we've seen for that model.