We start the day with three hardware deals. First up is a number of new iMac desktops, beginning with a 2.5GHz Quad Core and 21.5-inch screen for $1,105. Next is several MacBook Pro laptops, starting at $899 for a 2.4GHz Core 2 Duo. Finally, another Apple LED Cinema Display for $849.
Along the way, we also check out a number of cases for the iPad 2, iPad and iPod nano, as well as software for your Mac. As always, details on these and many other items can be found at CoM’s “Daily Deals” page right after the jump.
New Apple iMac desktops from $1,105 after rebate + free shipping
MacConnection discounts the newest line of Apple iMac desktops, as listed below. Plus, this $84 mail-in rebate knocks the prices even lower. With free shipping, that puts each model at the lowest total price we could find by at least $5 and as much as $44. All models now include at least an Intel Core i5 “Sandy Bridge” quad-core processor (up from Core i3 dual cores), while options are available to upgrade to an Intel Core i7 quad core processor on select models. Other new additions include a Thunderbolt port, faster AMD Radeon HD graphics options, and a FaceTime HD camera. Rebate expires May 31. The systems, with prices after the mail-in rebate and free shipping:
Apple iMac MC309LL/A Core i5 Quad 2.5GHz 21.5″ Desktop (pictured) for $1,104.84
Apple iMac MC812LL/A Core i5 Quad 2.7GHz 21.5″ Desktop for $1,399.84
Apple iMac MC813LL/A Core i5 Quad 2.7GHz 27″ Desktop for $1,585.84
Apple iMac MC814LL/A Core i5 Quad 3.1GHz 27″ Desktop for $1,865.84
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 MC375LL/A Core 2 Duo 2.66GHz 13.3″ w/320GB HDD for $1,019
refurbished MacBook Pro MC375LL/A Core 2 Duo 2.66GHz 13.3″ w/128GB SSD for $1,229
refurbished MacBook Pro MC371LL/A Core i5 Dual 2.4Ghz 15.4″ for $1,269
refurbished MacBook Pro MB986LL/A Core 2 Duo 2.8GHz 15.4″ for $1,439
see all refurbished MacBook Pro laptops at The Apple Store
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.
PC Micro Store offers select rooCASE Shell Cases for Apple iPhone 4 bundled with a stylus and a screen protector for $20.98. Coupon code “RCIPH4S995” cuts it to $9.95. With free shipping, that’s $7 under our mention of a similar bundle from three weeks ago (which included a pair of earphones) and the lowest total price we could find. In all, 15 cases are eligible for the discount. Coupon ends after 1,000 redemptions.
PC Micro Store offers a Young Micro Rubberized Snap-on Case with Screen Protector for iPod nano 5-Pack for $6.95 with free shipping via the directions below. That’s $16 under the lowest total price we could for five such cases and screen protectors purchased separately elsewhere. These cases feature a rubberized finish and will protect your iPod nano from dust and scratches. Coupon expires after 1,000 uses. Add the Young Micro Rubberized Snap-on Case with Screen Protector for iPod nano in Black to your cart for $10.95 apply coupon code “NN6RUBALL” to automatically add four other colors, each with a screen protector, and cut the price to $6.95.
Today only, SquareTrade offers its SquareTrade iPad 2 2-Year Warranty for $99.99. Coupon code “SPRING” cuts it to $69.99. That’s $2 under our March mention and the least expensive iPad warranty we’ve seen. Unlike AppleCare, SquareTrade’s extended warranty also includes drop and spill protection. Have other items that need extended warranties? SquareTrade.com also takes 30% off other warranties sitewide (with a $30 maximum discount) via the above coupon.
PC Micro Store offers the rooCASE Silicone Skin Case for Apple iPad 2 in four colors (Dark Blue pictured) for $14.95. Coupon code “YMIPD2SILIANTI” automatically adds a rooCASE Anti-Glare Screen Protector for Apple iPad 2 to your cart and drops the total price to $9.99. With free shipping, that’s $10 under the lowest total price we could find for these two items purchased separately elsewhere. Coupon expires after 1,000 uses.
HandHeldItems.com knocks up to 70% off select Apple iPad cases. Plus, take an extra 20% off orders via coupon code “ipadcases20”. Even better, receive a $2 HandHeldItems.com store credit with your purchase. Hundreds of items are available, most of which are at or near lowest-we’ve-seen prices. A best bet is the HHI Luxury padiWallet Leather Case for iPad in five colors (Apple Green pictured) with a $2 HHI store credit for $4.79 after the above coupon plus $2.85 for shipping. That’s the lowest total price we could find for a similar case by $1.
ChiTek offers the Acase Snap-On Case for Apple iPad 2 in Clear for $9.95. Coupon code “P438KMEI” cuts it to $6.96. With $4.50 for shipping, that’s tied with last week’s mention and the lowest total price we could find. It features polycarbonate construction, rubber coating, compatibility with the Apple Smartcover (not included), and more. Coupon ends May 11.
Today only, MacUpdate.com offers downloads of Ergonis Software’s Typinator for Mac for $14.99. That’s $14 off and the lowest price we could find for this typing assistance software. Click here for more information.
