We start off with three hardware deals. MacConnection.com has a bargain on a 13-inch 2.4GHz MacBook for just $850. Next is a 20-inch iMac desktop running at 2.66GHz for $930. For the more demanding users, there is also a deal on a Mac Pro 4-Core 2.66GHz Xeon desktop for $1,175.
Along the way, we’ll also check out new iPhone cases, more software and many other items. As usual, details on these and more bargains can be found at CoM’s “Daily Deals” page after the jump.
Apple MacBook C2D 2.4GHz 13″ Laptop for $850 after rebate + free shipping
MacConnection.com still offers the current-generation 4.7-lb. Apple MacBook Core 2 Duo 2.4GHz 13.3″ Widescreen Notebook, model no. MC516LL/A, for $954.99. This $105 mail-in rebate cuts the net price to $849.99. (With free shipping, that’s tied with last week’s mention as the lowest total price we could find by $100 and the least expensive current-generation MacBook we’ve seen.) This unibody white polycarbonate MacBook features an Intel Core 2 Duo P8600 2.4GHz dual-core processor, 13.3″ 1280×800 LED-backlit glass display, 2GB RAM, 250GB 5400 rpm hard drive, 8x SuperDrive, NVIDIA GeForce 320M 256MB graphics, multi-touch glass trackpad, 802.11a/n AirPort Extreme wireless, Bluetooth 2.1+EDR, Gigabit Ethernet, iSight webcam, Mac OS X 10.6.3, and more. Rebate expires September 30. Although this model is listed as “On Order”, it’s due to be in stock on Friday, October 1.
MegaMacs.com offers the used Apple iMac Intel Core 2 Duo 2.66GHz 20″ Desktop (pictured), model no. MB324LL/A, for $929.99 plus around $30 for shipping. (That’s $41 under our mention from a year ago and the lowest total price we could find by $122.) Features include an Intel Core 2 Duo 2.66GHz dual-core processor, 20″ 1680×1050 widescreen LCD, 2GB RAM, 320GB 7200 rpm hard drive, dual-layer DVD burner, Bluetooth 2.0+EDR, 802.11n wireless, iSight webcam, and Mac OS X. Of note, a 30-day MegaMacs warranty applies. Also available is the used Apple iMac Intel Core 2 Duo 2.4GHz 24″ Desktop, model no. MA878LL/A, for $989.99 with around $30 for shipping. That’s the lowest total price we could find by $48. Features include an Intel Core 2 Duo 2.4GHz dual-core processor, 24″ widescreen LCD, 2GB RAM, 320GB 7200 rpm hard drive, dual-layer DVD burner, Bluetooth 2.0+EDR, 802.11n wireless, iSight webcam, and Mac OS X. An AppleCare warranty applies until January 2011.
Affordable Computers offers dealmac readers the refurbished Apple Mac Pro 4-Core 2.66GHz Xeon Workstation, model no. MA356LL/A, for $1,175. (With around $50 for shipping, that’s just over $300 less than the best total price we could find elsewhere and the least expensive Mac Pro 4-Core system we’ve seen.) This Mac Pro features two Intel Xeon 2.66GHz dual-core processors, 2GB RAM, 250GB hard drive, SuperDrive, NVIDIA GeForce 7300 256MB video card, and more. A 1-year Affordable Computers warranty applies.
MacConnection continues to offer rebates on several new MacBook Pro models, as listed below. Plus, all orders qualify for free shipping. After rebate, each system is tied with last week’s mention and is at the lowest total price we could find by at least $98. Rebates end September 30. The deals: Apple MacBook Pro MC375LL/A C2D 2.66GHz 13.3″ (pictured) for $1,299 via $130 rebate Apple MacBook Pro MC371LL/A Core i5 Dual 2.4GHz 15″ for $1,599 via $130 rebate Apple MacBook Pro MC372LL/A Core i5 Dual 2.53GHz 15″ for $1,729 via $150 rebate Apple MacBook Pro MC373LL/A Core i7 Dual 2.66GHz 15″ for $1,899 via $150 rebate Apple MacBook Pro MC024LL/A Core i5 Dual 2.53GHz 17″ for $1,999 via $150 rebate.
Expercom offers the Apple iMac Intel Core i7 2.8GHz 27″ Desktop, model no. MC507LL/A, upgraded with 8GB RAM and three years of AppleCare for $1,799. (With shipping around $22, that’s the lowest total price we could find by $122.) Features include an Intel Core i7 2.8GHz quad-core processor, 27″ 2560×1440 widescreen LCD, 8GB RAM, 1TB 7200 rpm hard drive, DVD burner, ATI Radeon HD 4850 512MB graphics, Bluetooth 2.1+EDR, Gigabit Ethernet, 802.11n wireless, iSight, and more.
The Apple Store has stock of 10 factory-refurbished previous- and current-generation Apple Aluminum iMac Desktops in its Special Deals section. They’re up to $850 off. (With free shipping, each is at the lowest total price we’ve seen.) These come with a 1-year Apple warranty, the same as new Macs. Sales tax is added where applicable. Items are removed from Apple’s site when they sell out. Notables:
Apple MC413LL/A iMac 21.5″ Intel Core 2 Duo 3.06GHz Desktop for $1,099
Apple MB952LL/A iMac 27″ Intel Core 2 Duo 3.06GHz Desktop for$1,269
Apple MC509LL/A iMac 21.5″ Intel Core i3 3.2GHz Desktop for $1,269
Apple G0GE0LL/A iMac 27″ Intel Core 2 Duo 3.33GHz Desktop for $1,439
Apple MC511LL/A iMac 27″ Intel i5 Quad-Core 2.8GHz Desktop for $1,699
browse all refurbished Apple iMacs at the Apple Store
The iTunes App Store offers downloads of Apache Strike: Desert Storm for iPhone / iPod touch for free. That’s $3 off and the best deal we’ve seen for this shooting game.
With activation of new voice and data plans, AT&T Wireless again offers the refurbished Apple iPhone 4 16GB Smartphone for AT&T Wireless in Black for $149 with free shipping. That’s $50 less than the cost of a new model and ties our mention from two weeks ago as the lowest total price we’ve seen for a refurbished model. Sales tax is added where applicable. It features an Apple A4 processor, 326-ppi (pixel per inch) Retina 3.5″ display running at 960×640, gyroscope, front- and rear-facing cameras, 5-megapixel camera with LED flash, 720p video capture at 30 fps, 802.11n wireless networking, dual microphones, and more. The refurbished Apple iPhone 4 32GB Smartphone for AT&T Wireless in Black is also available for $249. With free shipping, that’s $50 off and the lowest total price we’ve seen for a refurbished model. Note: No warranty information is provided. Also, a $36 activation fee applies.
ChiTek offers the Acase Superleggera Case for Apple iPhone 4 in Clear bundled with two screen protectors for $8.49. (With $4.50 for shipping, that’s tied with last week’s mention in “milky way” and the lowest total price we could find by $5.) Deal ends September 30.
Shop4Tech offers the Kroo Case for Apple iPhone 3G in Black for $3.95. Apply coupon code “PC18” to cut it to $3.24. (With free shipping, that’s $4 below our mention from a month ago and the lowest total price we could find by $5.) Coupon expires September 30.
