Daily Deals: $460 MacBook, Crystal Jelly Skin iPad Case, ‘Avatar’ for the iPhone

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We close out another week of deals with bargains for about everyone. There is a used 13-inch MacBook running a 1.83GHz Core 2 Duo processor for $460, a crystal jelly skin case for your iPad for just $4, and James Cameron’s “Avatar” comes to the nearest iPhone or iPod touch.

Along the way, as Apple gets set to shutter its free case program, we offer a bevy of options for your iPhone. As usual, details on these and many other items can be found at CoM’s “Daily Deals” page right after the jump.


794869-largeUsed Apple MacBook Core 2 Duo 1.83GHz 13″ Laptop for $460 + $18 s&h

MegaMacs.com offers the used Apple MacBook Core 2 Duo 1.83GHz 13.3″ Laptop in White, model no. MA699LL/A, bundled with a free carrying case for $459.99 plus around $18 for shipping. That’s $65 less than our August mention of this bundle and the lowest total price we’ve seen for any Core 2 Duo-equipped MacBook. It features an Intel Core 2 Duo T5600 1.83GHz dual-core processor, 13.3″ 1280×800 LCD, 1GB RAM, 60GB 5400 rpm hard drive, DVD/CD-RW combo drive, iSight webcam, Gigabit Ethernet, Airport Extreme, Bluetooth 2.0+EDR, Mac OS X 10.4.8, and more. A 30-day MegaMacs warranty applies. Update: Purchase the above system and receive this software bundle for 1 cent. (Add both items to your cart to see the discount.) It includes Adobe Photoshop Elements 8, Hoyle Card Games 2010, Hoyle Puzzle and Board Games 2010, StuffIt Deluxe 2010, TuneUp, and VirtualBox 2.

794875-largeCrystal Jelly Skin Case for Apple iPad for $4 + free shipping

Cellular Factory offers this Crystal Jelly Skin Case for iPad in Blue Diamond Check (pictured) for $3.69. Bag free shipping via coupon code “1AML25”. That’s $5 less than the best total price we could find for a comparable case elsewhere. Coupon expires October 6.

794890-largeJames Cameron’s Avatar for iPhone / iPod touch downloads for $1

The iTunes App Store offers downloads of James Cameron’s Avatar for iPhone / iPod touch for 99 cents. That’s $6 below our April mention and the best deal we’ve seen for this Na’vi fighting game.

794754-largeTransparent TPU Silicone Skin Case 5-Pack for iPhone 4 for $8 + free shipping

DEAL800.com offers this Transparent TPU Silicone Case for iPhone 4 5-Pack for $7.99 with free shipping. At $1.60/case, that’s $6 off and the lowest total price we could find for cases in this quantity. (We saw them for $1 singly four weeks ago, since expired.) Expect this item to take two to three weeks to arrive.

794779-largeFaux Leather Flip Case Combo for iPad and iPhone 4 for $21 + free shipping

iFunCity.com offers the Faux Leather Flip Case Combo for iPad and iPhone 4 for $22.78. Coupon code “BUNDLEPAD” cuts it to $21.19. With free shipping, that’s $4 under the best price we could find for these cases when purchased separately elsewhere. This bundle of two cases feature a micro-fiber lining, and more. Deal ends October 5.

794748-largeexolife Battery Case for iPhone 3G / 3GS for $53 + $5 s&h

Dr. Bott offers dealmac readers the exolife Battery Case for iPhone 3G / 3GS in Black (pictured) or White for $53. With around $5 for shipping, that’s $22 off and the lowest total price we could find by $2. This case features a built-in 1300mAh lithium-ion polymer battery.

794738-largeiPhone / iPod touch App Downloads from $3: Call of Duty: Zombies, more

The iTunes App Store discounts a select applications for Apple iPhone and iPod touch, as listed below. Prices start at $2.99. With a savings of up to $5, each is at the lowest price we’ve seen in recent weeks. Note that these apps are compatible with the iPad but will run at a significantly lower resolution. (Check the individual apps for further information.) The deals:

Driver for $2.99 ($2 off)
NFL 2011 for $2.99 ($2 off)
Real Racing for $2.99 ($2 off)
Call of Duty: Zombies (pictured) for $4.99 ($5 off)
FIFA 10 by EA Sports for $4.99 ($2 off)

776327-largeOtterBox Impact Case for iPhone 3G / 3GS for $9 + free shipping

Meritline.com offers the OtterBox Impact Case for iPhone 3G / 3GS for $12.99. Coupon code “MLC211154093030A” knocks it to $8.99. With free shipping, that’s tied with our mention from last month as the lowest total price we’ve seen by $2. (It’s also a current price low by $2.) It features openings for the camera lens, dock connector port, and home key. Coupon ends October 3.

794743-largeTango Video Calls for iPhone or Android downloads for free

The iTunes App Store offers downloads of Tango Video Calls for iPhone for free. That’s the lowest price we’ve seen for this app that allows you to make video calls over 3G and Wifi. Of note, Android users can also get this program for free via Android Marketplace.

794713-largeiPhone App Store Freebies: Galaxy on Fire 3D, iTraceur Parkour, more

The iTunes App Store offers downloads of several applications for Apple iPhone and iPod touch for free, as listed below. With a savings of up to $3, each is at the lowest price we’ve seen. Note that several of these apps are compatible with the iPad but will run at a significantly lower resolution. (Check the individual apps for further information.) The deals:

Galaxy on Fire 3D (pictured): Space shooter
A Glow Fighter: Arcade shooter
Super KO Boxing 2: Boxing game
iTraceur Parkour: Hardcore Parkour / freerunning game
Dance Pet Piano: Musical game for kids

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