Let’s start off with a pair of dueling deals on Apple hardware. Whether you are looking for a basic MacBook or one with all the frills, this may be your day. PC Connection is offering MacBooks starting at $850. The basic computer includes a 2.26 GHz Core 2 Duo processor and 13-inch screen. At the other end of the spectrum, Expercom is hawking a 2.26 GHz Core 2 Duo MacBook with 4GB of RAM. Also part of the package: three years of AppleCare for $1,248.
If you are more in the mood for an iMac, the Apple Store has five desktop machines, including a 2.66 GHz Core 2 Duo desktop with a 20-inch screen for $849. Expercom has a beefier iMac running a 3.06 GHz Core 2 Duo with 22-inch screen, 8GB of RAM and AppleCare for $1,403.
Also on tap is a 50-percent discount on iPod touch accessories, plus various hardware and software deals. As always, for details on these and many other bargains, check out CoM’s “Daily Deals” page after the jump.
PC Connection offers the Apple MacBook Intel Core 2 Duo 2.26GHz 13.3″ Widescreen Notebook, model no. MC207LL/A, for $954.99. This $105 mail-in rebate cuts it to $849.99. (With free shipping, that ties our mention from a week ago as the lowest total delivered price we’ve seen by $11, although Micro Center still has it via in-store pickup for $800 after a larger rebate.) This unibody MacBook features an Intel Core 2 Duo 2.26GHz dual-core processor, 13.3″ LED-backlit glossy display, 2GB RAM, 250GB hard drive, 8x SuperDrive, multi-touch glass trackpad, NVIDIA GeForce 9400M GT graphics, AirPort Extreme (802.11n), Bluetooth 2.1+EDR, Gigabit Ethernet, iSight webcam, and more. Rebate ends December 9.
Expercom offers the Apple MacBook Core 2 Duo 2.26GHz 13.3″ Widescreen Notebook, model no. MC207LL/A, upgraded with 4GB RAM and three years of AppleCare for $1,248. (With shipping around $17, it’s $83 less than what Apple charges for the same configuration.) Sales tax is added where applicable. This unibody MacBook features an Intel Core 2 Duo 2.26GHz dual-core processor, 13.3″ LED-backlit glossy display, 4GB RAM, 250GB hard drive, 8x SuperDrive, multi-touch glass trackpad, NVIDIA GeForce 9400M GT graphics, AirPort Extreme (802.11n), Bluetooth 2.1+EDR, Gigabit Ethernet, iSight webcam, and more. Rebate ends December 14.
e Apple Store offers five factory-refurbished Apple Aluminum iMac desktops. (Each is 26% off or more; all are at at the lowest price we’ve seen.) They’re covered by the same 1-year Apple warranty that comes with new units. They all include Intel Core 2 Duo processors, SuperDrives, Gigabit Ethernet, AirPort Extreme (802.11n), Bluetooth, iSight webcam, and other major features. The iMacs, all with free shipping:
Apple MB417LL/A iMac 20″ Intel Core 2 Duo 2.66GHz Desktop for $849
Apple MB418LL/A iMac 24″ Intel Core 2 Duo 2.66GHz Desktop for $1,099
Apple MB398LL/A iMac 24″ Intel Core 2 Duo 3.06GHz Desktop for $1,149
Apple MB419LL/A iMac 24″ Intel Core 2 Duo 2.93GHz Desktop for $1,279
Apple MB420LL/A iMac 24″ Intel Core 2 Duo 3.06GHz Desktop for $1,349
Expercom offers the Apple iMac Core 2 Duo 3.06GHz 21.5″ Desktop, model no. MB950LL/A, upgraded to 8GB RAM and bundled with three years of AppleCare for $1,407. With shipping around $17, it’s $144 below what Apple charges for the same bundle. The new iMac features an Intel Core 2 Duo E7600 3.06GHz dual-core processor, 21.5″ 1920×1080 widescreen LCD, 8GB RAM, 500GB Serial ATA hard drive, NVIDIA GeForce 9400M graphics, SuperDrive, Bluetooth 2.0+EDR, AirPort Extreme, iSight, Apple Magic Mouse, and Apple Aluminum Keyboard. Deal ends December 14.
PC Micro Store knocks 50% off select Apple iPod touch accessories via coupon code “Dealnews50%Touch”. (With free shipping, it’s one of the best discounts we’ve seen on these items from PCMS.) A best bet is the 2nd-generation Kroo iPod touch Rubberized Case (pictured) for $8.47 after discount. Coupon expires after 500 redemptions.
HandHeldItems.com offers the HHI FM Radio Receiver with Remote for iPod / iPhone for $14.99. Coupon code “iphoneipodradio” drops the price to $8.99. (With shipping at $5.95, it’s tied with our September mention as one of the lowest total prices we’ve seen for a standalone FM tuner for use with the iPod / iPhone.) It features a backlit LCD, auto scan function, earphone port, and more. Deal ends December 31.
PC Micro Store offers this Skin for Nike + iPod Running Sensor for $7.90. Coupon code “Dealnews50%NikePlus” cuts it to $3.95. (With free shipping, that’s $4 off and the lowest total price we could find.) It features silicone construction and is available in 11 colors (blue pictured). Coupon ends after 500 uses.
HandHeldItems.com offers the HHI 1900mAh Backup Battery for iPhone / iPod for $14.99. Add coupon code “1900mahbatt” to cut it to $9.99. (With shipping at $5.95, it’s tied with our mention from a week ago as one of the least expensive iPhone / iPod backup batteries we’ve seen.) This external backup battery provides up to 28 hours of standby time. Deal ends December 31.
Update:Even better, monoprice.com has a similar battery for $9.21 plus $1.73 for shipping.
The iTunes App Store offers downloads of QuickMark for iPhone for free. (That’s a $2 drop and the lowest total price we could find for this mobile barcode reader app.) Deal ends after 40,000 downloads.
MegaMacs.com offers dealmac readers Apple’s MobileMe, model no. MC288Z/A, for $65.49 with $5.99 for shipping. (That’s the lowest total price we’ve seen by a buck.) MobileMe features a 20GB iDisk, me.com email account, and Outlook, Mail, and iCal compatibility.
Also available is the MobileMe Family Pack, model no. MC289Z/A, for $92.49 plus $5.99 for shipping. That’s another price low. This includes a single MobileMe subscription with four family member accounts. Each gets their own email address and iDisk with 5GB of online storage.
