Daily Deals: $899 MacBook Pro, 80GB iPod classic, Carbon Fiber iPhone Case

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We start out with three hardware deals for the Mac, the iPod and the iPhone. First is a deal on a group of MacBook Pros from the Apple Store, beginning with a 2.4GHz model for $899. Next is an 80GB iPod classic for $100. We wrap up the spotlight with a carbon fiber skin for the iPhone 4.

Along the way, we also check out cases for the iPad 2, a dock for the iPod and software for the Mac. As always, details on these and many other items can be found at CoM’s “Daily Deals” page after the jump.


777062-largeRefurbished Apple MacBook Pro Laptops from $899 + free shipping

The Apple Store offers price drops on select factory-refurbished unibody MacBook Pro notebooks in its Special Deals section, with prices starting at $899. It’s among the best selections we’ve seen from Apple in several weeks, and combined with free shipping, most systems at lowest-we’ve-seen prices. Sales tax is added where applicable. All come with a 1-year Apple warranty, the same as new Macs. Items are removed from Apple’s site when they sell out. Notable laptops:

Refurbished MacBook Pro MC374LL/A Core 2 Duo 2.4GHz 13.3″ for $899
refurbished MacBook Pro MC700LL/A Core i5 Dual 2.3GHz 13.3″ for $1,019
refurbished MacBook Pro MC375LL/A Core 2 Duo 2.66GHz 13.3″ for $1,019
refurbished MacBook Pro MC372LL/A Core i5 2.53GHz 15.4″ for $1,439
see all refurbished MacBook Pro laptops at The Apple Store

816653-largeRefurbished Apple iPod classic 80GB for $100 + $5 s&h

Today only, CowBoom offers the 6th-generation, refurbished Apple iPod classic 80GB MP3 Player in Black, model no. MB147LL/A, for $99.99 plus $5 for shipping. That’s tied with our December mention as the lowest total price we’ve seen for an iPod classic. Sales tax is added where applicable. This 4.9-oz. iPod features include an enhanced interface, cover flow, all-metal enclosure, and more. Note: No warranty information is provided.

820918-largeCarbon Fiber Skin for Apple iPhone 4 w/ $1 credit for $3 + free shipping

HandHeldItems offers this Carbon Fiber Back Glass Skin for Apple iPhone 4 bundled with a $1 HHI Store Credit for $3.99. Coupon code “carbonbackguard” cuts it to $2.99. With free shipping, that’s tied with last month’s mention and, excluding the credit, it’s the lowest total price we could find for such a skin by $9.

835573-largeYamaha PDX-60 Portable Player Dock for iPod, iPhone for $100 + free shipping

TigerDirect.com via Buy.com offers the Yamaha Portable Player Dock for iPod, iPhone in Black, model no. PDX-60BL, for $99.99 with free shipping. That’s $15 under our April mention and the lowest total price we could find by $39. This player features a Yamaha digital amplifier, two 3-1/4″ speakers, and remote control. It supports nearly all dockable iPod and iPhone models.

848760-largeSilicone and TPU Cases for Apple iPad 2 w/ $2 credit from $5 + $3 s&h

HandHeldItems offers a selection of Silicone and TPU Cases for Apple iPad 2 starting at $5.99. Coupon code “ipad2cases20” cuts 20% off, lowering the starting price to $4.79. Plus, receive a $2 HHI Store Credit with your purchase. With $2.85 for shipping, that’s tied with our mention from two weeks ago as one of the best discounts we’ve seen for these items at HandHeldItems. A best bet is this TPU Skin Cover for Apple iPad 2 in two colors (Black pictured) with a $2 HHI Store Credit for $4.79 via the above coupon. With $2.85 for shipping, that’s tied with our April mention and, assuming you use the credit, it’s the lowest total price we could find by a buck.

876761-largeFour Folded Smart Slim Cover for Apple iPad 2 for $21 + free shipping

DEAL800 offers the Four Folded Smart Slim Case Cover for Apple iPad 2 in Pink for $22.99. Coupon code “IPAD2COVERDEAL2” drops it to $20.99. With free shipping, that’s tied with last week’s mention and the lowest total price we could find for any Smart Cover knock-off. This polyurethane case puts your iPad in sleep and “awake” modes when you close and open the magnetized flap, similar to the Apple Smart Cover. The cover also folds into a stand.

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.

822191-largeMenuEverywhere for Mac downloads for $8

Today only, MacUpdate.com offers downloads of Binary Bakery’s MenuEverywhere for Mac for $7.95. That’s $7 off and the lowest price we could find for this menu bar access assistant. Click here for more information.

877075-largeKodak Multifunction Wireless Inkjet Printer, Camera for $130 + free shipping

OfficeMax offers the Kodak ESP 5250 Multifunction Wireless Inkjet Printer, mode no. 1048230, which also scans and copies, bundled with the Kodak EasyShare M550 12-Megapixel Digital Camera in Tan for $129.98. With free shipping, that’s the lowest total price we could find for this pair if purchase seperately elsewhere by $120. Sales tax is added where applicable. The ESP 5250 features a 2.4″ LCD screen, up to 30ppm black and 29ppm color printout, memory card reader, built-in 802.11g wireless, USB 2.0 connectivity, and more.The M550 includes a 2.7″ LCD, 5x optical zoom, USB connectivity, and more. Deal ends May 28.

874052-largePentax Optio WG-1 14MP 5x Waterproof Digital Camera for $268 + free shipping

BuyDig offers the Pentax Optio WG-1 14-Megapixel Waterproof Digital Camera, model no. 16926, for $283. Coupon code “buydigclub15″ cuts it to $268. With free shipping, that’s tied with our mention from last week and the lowest total price we could find by $11. Features include a 2.7” LCD, 720p video capture at 30fps, 5x optical zoom, water resistance to 33 feet, 97MB internal memory, SDHC slot, USB connectivity, HDMI output, and more.

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