Daily Deals: $849 MacBook Air, iPad Accessories, 27″ LED Cinema Display

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We start out with a number of deals on the MacBook Air, including an $849 model with a 1.4GHz processor and 64GB SSD. Next is a roundup of iPad accessories from Verizon Wireless, ranging from stylus pens to covers. Finally, there is a deal on a 27-inch LED Cinema Display for just $849.

Along the way, we check out iPhone 4 cases, iPad cases, warranties and software. As always, details on these and many other items can be found at CoM’s “Daily Deals” page right after the jump.


797676-largeRefurbished Apple MacBook Air Laptops from $849 + free shipping

The Apple Store has stock of seven factory-refurbished 3-lb. MacBook Air notebooks. Plus, each system qualifies for free shipping. At up to $250 off, each model is at or near the lowest total price we could find. Sales tax is added where applicable. Each item carries a 1-year Apple warranty, the same as new units. Items are removed from The Apple Store when sold out. The laptops:

Refurb MacBook Air MC505LL/A Core 2 Duo 1.4GHz 11.6″ 64GB SSD w/ 2GB RAM for $849
refurb MacBook Air MC506LL/A Core 2 Duo 1.4GHz 11.6″ 128GB SSD w/ 2GB RAM for $1,019
refurb MacBook Air MB234LL/A Core 2 Duo 2.13GHz 13.3″ 128GB SSD w/ 2GB RAM for $1,099
refurb MacBook Air MC503LL/A Core 2 Duo 1.86GHz 13.3″ 128GB SSD w/ 2GB RAM for $1,099
see all refurbished MacBook Air laptops

856716-largeVerizon Wireless iPad Accessory Roundup: deals from $5 + free shipping

Verizon Wireless discounts a selection of Apple iPad accessories, as listed below. With free shipping, several are at lowest-we-could-find prices. Sales tax is added where applicable. Some best bets:

High-Gloss Silicone Cover for Apple iPad (pictured) for $4.97
Apple iPad Dock for $14.97 Griffin Stylus Pen for Apple iPad for $19.99
Otterbox Defender with Stand for Apple iPad for $39.97
see all Apple iPad accessories on sale at Verizon Wireless

829720-largeRefurbished Apple 27″ LED Cinema Display for $849 + free shipping

The Apple Store offers the factory-refurbished Apple 27″ LED Cinema Display HD Widescreen LCD Monitor, model no. MB382LL/A, for $849. (Click “Displays” on the left to find it.) With free shipping, that’s $150 off and tied with our mention from last week as the lowest total price we could find for this display. Sales tax is added where applicable. It features a native resolution of 2560×1440, 1,000:1 contrast ratio, 12ms grey-to-grey response time, 375 cd/m² brightness, built-in iSight camera, 3-port USB 2.0 hub, and Mini DisplayPort connectivity. A 1-year Apple warranty applies, the same as with new displays.

784278-largeMonster Cable iCarPlay Wireless FM Transmitter for iPod for $20 + free shipping

Buy.com offers the OEM Monster Cable 2iCarPlay FM Transmitter for iPod, model no. 125875, for $19.99 with free shipping. That’s the lowest total price we could find by $10, although we saw it for $4 less last summer. This tuner features three programmable “favorite station” preset buttons, LED display, 24k gold contacts, and more. It’s compatible with select iPod models with dock connectors.

849257-largeAcase Superleggera Case for iPhone 4 w/ 2 screen protectors for $6 + $5 s&h

ChiTek offers the Acase Superleggera PRO Dual Layer Case for AT&T and Verizon Apple iPhone 4 in Black bundled with two screen protectors for $11.45. Coupon code “50OFFIP4” cuts it to $5.72. With $4.50 for shipping, it’s a $6 drop from last week’s mention and the lowest total price we could find. Deal ends April 6.

835573-largeYamaha PDX-60 Portable Player Dock for iPod, iPhone for $115 + free shipping

TigerDirect.com via Buy.com offers the Yamaha Portable Player Dock for iPod, iPhone in Black, model no. PDX-60BL, for $114.99 with free shipping. That’s $30 under February’s mention and the lowest total price we could find by $20. This player features a Yamaha digital amplifier, two 3-1/4″ speakers, and remote control. It supports nearly all dockable iPod and iPhone models.

789468-largeSquareTrade iPhone 2-Year Warranty for $94, more

Today only, SquareTrade offers its SquareTrade iPhone 2-Year Warranty for $99. Coupon code “TAX30” cuts it to $93.75. At $30 off, that’s tied with last week’s expired mention and one of the best deals we’ve seen for this service. Unlike AppleCare, SquareTrade’s extended warranty also includes drop and spill protection. Have other items that need extended warranties? SquareTrade.com also takes 30% off other warranties sitewide (with a $30 maximum discount) via the above coupon.

856682-largeHHI Crystal Hard Case with Stand for Apple iPad w/$2 credit for $3 + $3 s&h

HandHeldItems.com offers this HHI Crystal Clear Hard Case for iPad in five colors (Crystal Black pictured) for $3.99. Coupon code “ipadclearstand” cuts it to $2.99. Plus, receive a $2 HHI Store Credit with your purchase. With $2.85 for shipping, that’s $6 under our August mention (assuming you use the credit) and the lowest total price we could find for this particular case. It features a screen protector and a stand. Coupon expires April 8.

777581-largeiGg Slim Leather Case for Apple iPad w/ $2 credit for $3 + $3 s&h, more

HandHeldItems.com offers this iGg Slim Leather Case for Apple iPad (pictured) bundled with a $2 HHI store credit, for $2.99. With $2.85 for shipping, and assuming you’ll use the credit, that’s $5 under our mention from last spring and the lowest total price we could find for this particular case. It features a screen protector, microfiber lining, and more. Of note, HandHeldItems.com also offers the iGg Flip Back Leather Case for Apple iPad in White bundled with a $2 HHI store credit for $3.99. With $2.85 for shipping, and assuming you’ll used the credit, it’s $7 below our mention from last spring and the lowest total price we’ve seen. Both deals end April 7.

856929-largeEarthDesk 5 for Mac downloads for $13

Today only, MacUpdate.com offers downloads of Xeric Design’s EarthDesk 5 for Mac for $12.95. That’s $12 off and the lowest price we could find for this dynamic world desktop picture. Click here for more information.

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