We start off with several MacBook Air laptops from the Apple Store, including a 1.6GHz 13-inch model for $1,099. Also on the price-chopping block: a $30 saving on a 64GB solid-state drive from Super Talent, plus BlueAction’s BAE Bluetooth headsets.
Along the way, we also look at DVDRemaster Pro 6 for the Mac, the Genius EasyPen tablet and assorted other gadgets. As always, for details on these and many other bargains, check out CoM’s “Daily Deals” page after the jump.
The Apple Store offers the factory-refurbished Apple MacBook Air Intel Core 2 Duo 1.6GHz 13.3″ Notebook, model no. MB543LL/A, for $1,099 with free shipping. (That’s tied with our December mention as the lowest total price we’ve seen for this model.) Sales tax is added where applicable. Features include an Intel Core 2 Duo SL9300 1.6GHz dual-core processor, 13.3″ 1280×800 LED-backlit widescreen LCD, 2GB RAM, 120GB 4200 rpm hard drive, 802.11n wireless, Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR, multi-touch trackpad, and iSight webcam. It carries a 1-year Apple warranty, the same as new units. Other refurbished MacBook Air laptops available, each with free shipping:
Apple MB450LL/A MacBook Air Intel Core 2 Duo 1.8GHz 13.3″ w/ 64GB SSD for $1,199
Apple MC233LL/A MacBook Air Intel Core 2 Duo 1.86GHz 13.3″ w/ 120GB HDD for $1,249
Apple MC234LL/A MacBook Air Intel Core 2 Duo 2.13GHz 13.3″ w/ 128GB SSD for $1,549
SuperBiiz.com offers the Super Talent 64GB MasterDrive SATA2 Solid State Drive, model no. SAM64GM25S, for $189.99. Coupon code “LION0930” drops it to $159.99 with free shipping ($2.50/GB). (That’s $30 off and the lowest total price we could find by $35.) Featuring no moving parts, a Solid State Drive (SSD) is designed to access data faster and last longer than typical hard drives. Coupon code expires January 17.
Overstock.com offers the BlueAction BAE-825 Bluetooth Headset in Red or Silver for $12.99. (With $2.95 for shipping, that’s the lowest total price we could find for any color by $6.) The included battery allows for up to three hours of operation.
JR.com offers the Nike + iPod Sensor, model no. MA368LL/D, for $15.99. (With $2.95 for shipping, that’s tied with our June mention and the lowest total price we could find by $2.) This wireless sensor helps monitor your workouts on an iPod nano with the Nike + iPod Sport Kit receiver, an iPod touch (second generation only), or an iPhone 3GS; your data then can be uploaded to nikeplus.com to help keep track of your performance. The sensor works best with the Nike + line of shoes, which feature a built-in Nike + pocket under the sockliner.
Abe’s of Maine offers the Canon VIXIA HF200 1080p Flash Memory HD Camcorder, model no. 3536B001, together with a Sandisk Ultra II 16GB Secure Digital Card, model no. SDSDRH-016GA11, for $549. (Add the camcorder to your cart and the SD card is added automatically.) Coupon code “DNEWS15” chops it to $534. (With free shipping, that’s $56 under the lowest total price we could find for these two items purchased elsewhere separately; we saw the camera alone for $35 less in November, since expired.) Features include up to 12 hours (3 hours full HD) recording time on 32GB SDHC memory card (not included), 15x optical zoom, 1920×1080 recording, 3.3-megapixel still photos, 2.7″ widescreen LCD, HDMI output, and USB connectivity.
MacMall.com offers the Fantom GreenDrive 500GB eSATA / USB 2.0 External Hard Drive, model no. GD500EU, for $79.95. Together, mail-in rebates of $20 and $20 chop it to $39.95 ($0.08/GB). Add about $9 for shipping. (That’s $2 under last month’s mention and the lowest total price we could find, this time by $38.) This drive is designed to reduce power consumption when compared to similar drives by up to 40%. Deal ends January 28.
Dell Small Business offers the Western Digital Elements 320GB USB 2.0 Portable External Hard Drive, model no. WDBAAR3200ABK-NESN, for $64.99 with free shipping ($0.20/GB). [That’s the lowest total price we could find by $5, although it was $10 less last week (since expired).] Sales tax is added where applicable. This drive is powered via USB; it doesn’t require a separate power adapter.
Update: The price has since fallen overnight to $59.99 with free shipping ($0.19/GB). [That’s an additional $5 savings.]
Buy.com offers the Genius EasyPen 4×5.5″ Graphics Tablet, model no. 31100058100, for $39.99 with free shipping. (That’s $5 down from our October mention, and is the lowest total price we could find by $14.) This tablet features a cordless pen with 1,024 levels of pressure sensitivity, USB connectivity, and more.
BuyDig.com offers the Samsung 40″ 120Hz 1080p Widescreen LED-Backlit LCD HD Television, model no. UN40B6000, for $1,499. Apply coupon code “UN40B6000” to drop it to $1,089. (With free shipping, it’s $160 under last month’s mention and the lowest total price we’ve seen.) This LED-backlit HDTV measures 1.2″ deep and claims to use 40% less power than conventional LCDs. It features a native resolution of 1920×1080 (1080p), 120Hz refresh rate, 4ms response time, “mega” dynamic contrast ratio, Ethernet port, four HDMI inputs, and VGA, component, and other video inputs.
Update: Shipping adds $29.95. However, it’s still $130 under last month’s mention and a very low price for this HDTV.
Today only, MacUpdate.com offers downloads of Metakine’s DVDRemaster Pro 6.1 for Mac for $24.99. (That’s $25 off and the lowest price we could find for this DVD duplication and conversion software.) Click here for more information.
