Daily Deals: 2.53GHz MacBook Pro, iPad Freebies, iPhone App Price Cuts

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We start off the day with yet more deals on MacBook Pros. This one comes from Expercom: a 2.53GHz Core 2 Duo MacBook with 13.3-inch screen for $1,098. Next, we have some free iPad applications, including “Bumper Boats HD Premium,” a puzzle game. Another crop of iPhone app price-cuts have arrived, including TomTom USA.

Along the way, we also check out new iPhone cases, speakers and Mac software. As always, details on these and many other items are available at CoM’s “Daily Deals” page right after the jump.


751693-largeExpercom offers the Apple MacBook Pro Core 2 Duo 2.53GHz 13.3″ Widescreen Notebook, model no. MB991LL/A, for $1,098. (With shipping around $11, that’s $89 less than what Apple charges for a refurbished unit; this one is new.) This unibody aluminum MacBook Pro features an Intel Core 2 Duo 2.53GHz dual-core processor, 13.3″ LED-backlit glass display, 4GB RAM, 250GB hard drive, 8x SuperDrive, multi-touch glass trackpad, NVIDIA GeForce 9400M GT graphics, AirPort Extreme (802.11n), Bluetooth 2.1+EDR, Gigabit Ethernet, iSight webcam, and more. Deal ends June 17.

780854-largeBelow are downloads of several free iPad applications available for a limited time from Apple’s App Store, with price drops from $1 to $3. These apps are targeted to work with the iPad, and may support the iPhone and iPod touch. (Check the individual apps for further information.) The apps:

browser4two: Dual access broswer
Babo Crash HD: Drop-down puzzle game
Bumper Boats HD Premium: Puzzle game
Glide Hockey HD: Air hockey game
Fingertips: Multiplayer puzzle game
Database for iPad: Personal mobile database
PhotoByIcons: Photo filter
Word Slam HD for iPad: Word challenge game

780844-largeBelow are downloads of several applications which have dropped in price and are available for a limited time from Apple’s App Store. These apps are created for the iPhone and iPod touch, and are compatible with the iPad but will run at a significantly lower resolution. (Check the individual apps for further information.) Each is the best deal we’ve seen on that title. The deals:
The Package for 99 cents ($2 off): Physics-based puzzle game
AppSnap for 99 cents ($4 off): Photo recognition App store purchasing assistant
More Secrets of the Ninja for $2.99 ($2 off): Ninja information
iRulever for 99 cents ($2 off): Ruler and level
NAVIGON MyRegion U.S. Central for $14.99 ($15 off): Navigation assistant
NAVIGON MyRegion U.S. East for $14.99 ($15 off): Navigation assistant
NAVIGON MyRegion U.S. West for $14.99 ($15 off): Navigation assistant
TomTom U.S.A. (pictured) for $39.99 ($10 off): Navigation assistant

780825-largeThe iTunes App Store offers Babo Crash HD for iPhone / iPod touch for free. (That’s a $1 drop and the lowest price we could find for this puzzle game. Deal ends June 3.)

780880-largeiTunes App Store offers Burning Zombies Extended for iPhone / iPod touch for free. (That’s a $1 drop and the lowest price we could find for this zombie killing shooter.)

750852-largeShop4tech.com offers the Macally Portable Stereo Speaker for iPod, model no. IP-A111, for $5.95. Apply coupon code “FG15” to lower it to $5.06. (With free shipping, that’s tied with our May mention and the lowest total price we could find by $10.) This speaker plugs into your iPod’s 3.5mm headphone jack and operates on a single AA battery (included) for up to eight hours. Coupon ends June 7.

757524-largeBuy.com offers the Seagate BlackArmor 110 1TB NAS, model no. ST310005MNA10G-RK, for $149.99 with free shipping ($0.15/GB). [That’s $10 under our December mention and the lowest total price we could find by $11.] This network attached storage device is designed to provide centralized storage and data backup for up to 10 PCs, features two USB 2.0 ports, can function as an FTP server for remote file access, and can stream media to DLNA-compliant devices and computers running iTunes software.

780918-largeTechforLess.com offers the Speck Hard Shell Case for MacBook Air in Smoke for $7.50 plus $8.94 for shipping. (Outside of the price below, that’s the lowest total price we could find by $8.) This 2-piece case snaps on the top and bottom of your machine.

Of note, Amazon.com offers the same case for $13.78. Shipping adds $5.58, or get free shipping on orders fo $25 or more.

716152-largeToday only, MacUpdate.com offers downloads of St. Clair Software’s Default Folder X 4 for Mac for $19.95. (That’s $15 off and the lowest price we’ve seen for this software, which modifies Open and Save dialogs.) Click here for more information.

769494-largeMeritline.com offers this Premium Leather Case for iPhone 3G / 3GS bundled with an iPhone Screen Protector for $3.39. Apply coupon code “MLCK262115060335NL1” and it drops to $1.99. (With free shipping, that’s a buck below the lowest total price we could find for the case alone.) It features an interior cushion lining, magnet enclosure, and belt clip. Coupon ends after 800 uses.

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