We close another week of bargains and deals. In the spotlight are a number of Mac minis, starting at $599 for a 2.5GHz Core 2 Duo desktop. Next is a 16GB Wi-Fi iPad from the Apple Store for just $349. Finally, several leather iPad cases are available from rooCase.
Along the way, we also check out various accessories for your favorite Apple product, plus software for the Mac. As always, details on these and many other items can be found at CoM’s “Daily Deals” page right after the jump.
Refurbished Apple Mac mini Core 2 Duo desktops from $599 + free shipping
The Apple Store again discounts two factory-refurbished Apple Mac mini computers, as listed below. Each carries free shipping and is well under the lowest total price we could find for a new unit. Sales tax is added where applicable. A 1-year warranty applies, the same as new systems. Items are removed from Apple’s web site once sold out. Originally released a year ago, each of these Mac mini desktops includes an HDMI port. The models, each with free shipping:
Refurbished Apple Mac mini MC270LL/A Core 2 Duo 2.4GHz Desktop for $599
refurbished Apple Mac mini MC438LL/A Core 2 Duo 2.66GHz w/ Snow Leopard Server for $849
The Apple Store once again has stock of the refurbished Apple 16GB iPad Wi-Fi, model no. MB292LL/A, for $349 plus free shipping. Although that’s $20 over our mention from two weeks ago, since expired, it’s still $59 less than the lowest total price we could find for a new unit. This 0.5″-thick tablet weighs 1.5 lbs. and features an Apple A4 1GHz processor, 9.7″ 1024×768 LCD touchscreen display, 802.11a/n wireless, Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR, accelerometer, compass, up to 10 hours of battery life, and more. A 1-year Apple warranty applies, the same as with new units.
PC Micro Store offers the rooCASE Leather Case for Apple iPad in Convertible Folio (pictured in Black), Dual Station Folio, and Executive Folio for $44.95. Coupon code “RCIPD1ST1699” drops it to $16.99. With free shipping, that’s at least $40 off list and the lowest total price we’ve seen for any of these cases by at least $3. Each is available in a variety of colors, features genuine leather construction, and is lined with suede. Coupon expires after 1,000 uses.
Until May 6 at 9 pm ET, Pennywise.biz offers the MusicPower Quartet 4-Port USB Charger, model no. 90274, for $5.99. Coupon code “dealnews1” cuts it to $4.99. With 1 cent for shipping, that’s a buck under our mention from March and the lowest total price we’ve seen. (It’s also a current price low by $7.) It plugs into the wall and charges up to four USB devices simultaneously. Please note that this merchant does not offer a return policy.
ChiTek offers the Acase Screen Protector for iPhone 4 3-Pack for $5.99. Coupon code “YE7JSEBU” drops it to $3.99. With free shipping, that’s $10 off list and tied with last week’s mention as the lowest total price we could find for this 3-pack. It includes three front screen protectors and three back screen protectors. They fit both AT&T and Verizon iPhone 4 models. Deal ends May 9.
For in-store pickup only, Best Buy offers the Canon PowerShot A2200 14.1-Megapixel Digital Camera in Black for $88.99. That’s $31 under our mention from last week and the lowest total price we’ve seen. (It’s also a current price low by $11.) Sales tax is added where applicable. Features include a 2.7″ LCD, 4x optical zoom, 720p video recording, SDXC/HC MMC+ card slot, USB connectivity, and more.
mwave.com offes the Iogear Wireless Mini Keyboard, model no. GKM571R, for $69.07. This $10 mail-in rebate cuts it to $59.07. With free shipping, that’s the lowest total price we could find by $6. This LED-backlit keyboard features an optical trackball with 400, 800, and 1200 dpi resolutions, 33 foot wireless range, scroll wheel, and more. Rebate expires May 10.
MegaMacs.com continues to offer Apple iLife ’11 for Mac, model no. MC623Z/A, for $29.99 plus around $5 for shipping. That’s tied with our mention from last week as the lowest total price we could find by $8. It includes iPhoto ’11, iMovie ’11, and GarageBand ’11.
Today only, MacUpdate.com offers downloads of WriteIt! Studios’ Cookie Stumbler for Mac for $9.99. That’s $9 off and the lowest price we could find for this tool that scans for ad and tracking cookies. Click here for more information.
Skullcandy via eBay Daily Deal offers the Skullcandy Lowrider Headphones in four colors (Black/Chrome pictured) for $14.99 with free shipping. That’s a buck under our mention from a month ago and the lowest total price we could find by at least $5. These padded headphones feature a foldable design with swivel ear cups.
