Daily Deals: $2,599 3.4GHz i7 iMac, $849 1.4GHz MacBook Air, $149 16GB iPod nano

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We start off the day with a deal on a bundled Quad 3.4GHz Core i7 iMac. This desktop unit includes 8GB of RAM, a 27-inch screen and 3 years of AppleCare for just $2,599. Next is a number of MacBook Air laptops, starting at $849 for a Core 2 Duo 1.4GHz machine with 64GB of SSD memory. Finally, a deal on a 16GB iPod nano (5th generation) for $149.

Along the way, we also check out several cases for the iPad and iPhone, as well as a 27-inch LED Cinema Display for $849. As always, details on these and many other items can be found at CoM’s “Daily Deals” page right after the jump.


754766-largeApple iMac Core i7 Quad 3.4GHz 27″ w/ 8GB RAM, more for $2,599 + $29 s&h

ExperCom offers the new Apple iMac Intel Core i7 3.4GHz 27″ Desktop, model no. MC814LL/A, upgraded with 8GB RAM, 2TB hard drive, AMD Radeon 6970M 2GB graphics, and three years of AppleCare for $2,599. With around $29 for shipping, that’s $190 less than what Apple charges for the same configuration. Features include an Intel Core i7 3.4GHz “Sandy Bridge” quad-core processor, 27″ 2560×1440 widescreen LED-backlit glass display, 8GB RAM, 2TB 7200 rpm hard drive, 8x SuperDrive, Radeon HD 6970M 2GB graphics, AirPort Extreme (802.11n), two Thunderbolt ports, FaceTime HD camera, Bluetooth 2.1+EDR, Gigabit Ethernet, and more. Deal ends May 11.

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 $1,069
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

868639-largeRefurbished Apple iPod nano 16GB MP3 Player for $149 + free shipping

The Apple Store offers the factory-refurbished, 5th-generation (previous-generation) Apple iPod nano 16GB MP3 Player in Pink (pictured), Yellow, or Black (pictured) for $149. With free shipping, that’s tied with our mention from last week as $29 under the lowest total price we could find for a new unit. Sales tax is added where applicable. All refurbished iPods carry a 1-year Apple warranty, the same as new units. Items are removed from Apple’s site when sold out.

868463-largeBelkin Grip Edge Case for AT&T iPhone 4 for $5 + free shipping

Netdirectbargains via eBay offers the Belkin Grip Edge Case for AT&T iPhone 4 for $4.99. With free shipping, that’s the lowest total price we could find by $8.

859318-largeAcase Screen Protector 3-Pack for Apple iPad 2 for $3 + $5 s&h

ChiTek offers the Acase Screen Protector 3-Pack for Apple iPad 2 for $5.45. Coupon code “TF9ZFOTD” cuts it to $2.73. With $4.50 for shipping, that’s tied with last week’s mention and about a buck under the lowest total price we could find for a similar 3-pack elsewhere. It comes with an applicator card and cleaning cloth. Coupon ends May 4.

867919-largeAcase Leather Case with Built-In Stand for Apple iPad 2 for $15 + $5 s&h

ChiTek offers the Acase Genuine Leather Case with Built-In Stand for Apple iPad 2 in Black for $15.45. With $4.50 for shipping, that’s the lowest total price we could find by $5. This genuine leather case features a built-in stand, cutouts for all ports and controls, and more. Coupon expires May 6.

810884-largerooCASE Leather Case w/ Stand for iPad, earphones for $25 + free shipping

PC Micro Store offers the rooCASE Dual Station Folio Case with Built-In Stand for Apple iPad in five colors (Smooth Black pictured) for $46.95. Coupon code “RCIPDDSEB880” adds the SecureFit Metallic iBud Earphones in Black, model no. EB-880BK, to your cart for free and cuts your order to $24.99. With free shipping, that’s $1 under the lowest total price we could find for these items purchased separately elsewhere. This case features two viewing angles, suede-lined interior, and more. The earphones come with two sets of replacement ear cushions. Coupon expires after 1,000 uses.

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.

868728-largeiDentify 2 for Mac downloads for $7

Today only, MacUpdate.com offers downloads of Justin Pulsipher’s iDentify 2 for Mac for $6.99. That’s $3 off and the lowest price we could find for this tool, which allows you to tag iTunes compatible MP4 video files. Click here for more information.

868842-largeVerco Apple Keyboard Protection Kit for $11 + free shipping

Rearth USA offers dealmac readers the Verco Apple Keyboard Protection Kit for $16.99. Coupon code “REARTHVERCO” slices it to $10.99. With free shipping, that’s a $6 drop and the lowest total price we could find for this particular bundle. It features a silicone keyboard cover, two earphone jack caps, and two USB caps. It’s compatible with most Apple Keyboards including the MacBook, MacBook Pro, and MacBook Air. (It’s not compatible with the 2010 13″ MacBook Air.) Coupon code expires after 500 uses.

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