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August 2005
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 don’t know about you, but the torrent of announcements about Intel’s 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 ‘Book 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 Alsoft’s 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 “Most Innovative Product,” the 1999 and 2000 MacUser award for “Best Utility/Enabling Software,” the 1999 MacWorld Editors Choice Award (Eddy Awards) for Utility Software, the MacToday 1998 Editors Choice Award for “Outstanding Disk Rescue Product,” and the MacHome 8th Annual Home Choice Award for “Best 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 it’s 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 doesn’t 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 | 
