We start off with a deal on an iBook. For $300, you get a 1.33GHz G4 machine with a 12-inch screen. Next up are two deals on the latest Core i7 MacBook Pros. Both run at 2.66GHz with a 15-inch screen. The first, for $1,969 includes your standard gear, but the second for $2,559 throws in three years of AppleCare.
Along the way, we check out new software for the iPhone and iPad, along with cases and stereo systems for your iPod. As usual, you can find all the details on these and many other items after the jump.
Geeks.com offers the refurbished Apple iBook G4 1.33GHz 12.1″ Notebook, model no. M9846LL/A, with Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard pre-installed for $299.99. (With free shipping via coupon code “APPLEFREE”, that’s tied with our mention from two weeks ago for the best total price we’ve seen on a Leopard-equipped iBook G4.) Features include a PowerPC 7447a G4 1.33GHz processor, 12.1″ 1024×768 LCD, 1GB RAM, 40GB hard drive, DVD-ROM/CD burner combo drive, ATI Mobility Radeon 9550 32MB graphics, Bluetooth, 802.11g wireless, and Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard. Deal ends April 30.
A 90-day Geeks warranty applies. Also, this item is listed as B-Stock, which means it may have cosmetic blemishes.
Mac Connection offers the new 5.6-lb. Apple MacBook Pro Intel Core i7 Dual Core 2.66GHz 15.4″ Widescreen Notebook, model no. MC373LL/A, for $2,119. This $150 mail-in rebate cuts it to $1,969. (With free shipping, it’s $150 under what Apple charges and the lowest total price we could find for this new model by $126.) It features an Intel Core i7-620M 2.66GHz dual-core processor, 15.4″ 1440×900 glossy LCD, 4GB RAM, 500GB 7200 rpm Serial ATA hard drive, SuperDrive, switchable integrated Intel HD graphics and NVIDIA GeForce GT 330M 512MB graphics, AirPort Extreme (802.11n), Bluetooth 2.1+EDR, Gigabit Ethernet, iSight webcam, two USB ports, FireWire port, Secure Digital card slot, and more. Rebate ends April 30.
ExperCom offers the new Apple MacBook Pro Intel Core i7 Dual Core 2.66GHz 15.4″ Widescreen Notebook, model no. MC373LL/A, with three years of AppleCare for $2,559. [With around $11 for shipping, that’s $139 less than what Apple charges for the same configuration.] (We mentioned a similar system last week with a glossy display, this one has an antiglare display.) It features an Intel Core i7 2.66GHz dual-core processor, 15.4″ 1680×1050 antiglare LCD, 4GB RAM, 500GB 7200 rpm Serial ATA hard drive, SuperDrive, NVIDIA GeForce GT 330M 512MB graphics, AirPort Extreme (802.11n), Bluetooth 2.1+EDR, Gigabit Ethernet, iSight webcam, FireWire port, Secure Digital card slot, and more. Deal ends May 7.
Buy.com offers Smith Micro’s Manga Studio EX 4 for Windows / Mac, model no. MSEC40BX2, for $99.99 with free shipping. (That’s $92 down from our May mention and the lowest total price we could find by $142.) This software allows you to create and publish manga and comics with a variety of drawing tools, filters, and special effects.
Today only, the iTunes App Store offers downloads of Heavy Gunner 3D for iPhone / iPad / iPod touch for free. (That’s a $5 drop and the lowest price we’ve seen for this space shooter.)
Today only, MacUpdate.com offers downloads of Quiet Read Pro for Mac for $4.99. (That’s $5 off and the lowest price we’ve seen for this link-managing utility application.) Click here for more information.
Electronics Expo via Buy.com offers the Altec Lansing inMotion Portable Speaker for iPod, model no. iM600USB, for $95. Add it to your cart and it falls to $89.99. (With free shipping, that’s the lowest total price we could find by $23.) Features include compatibility with most iPods, speakers with 2″ drivers, several iPod dock adapters, and more. Deal ends April 30.
Today only, DealsClick.com offers this Set of 2 Belkin Silicone Sleeves for iPod nano in Pink and Translucent, model no. F8Z401PTW2, for free plus $4.99 for shipping. T(hat’s $2.50 / case and the lowest total price we could find for this pair by $4.) It’s compatible with the 4th-generation iPod nano (the generation before video). Each case features access to all controls and dock connector.
Today only, the iTunes App Store offers downloads of Line Up 2 for iPhone / iPad / iPod touch for free. (That’s a buck off and the lowest price we’ve seen for this arcade game.)
Walmart offers the dreamGEAR i.Sound Audio Vault/Case for iPod, model no. DGIPOD-372, for $14. Shipping adds 97 cents, or choose free Site-to-Store. (Even with shipping, that’s the lowest total price we could find by $4.) This unit doubles as a protective case and portable speaker set for iPods.
