We close out another week of wheeling and dealing with three hardware items. First up is a 2.8GHz Core 2 Duo iMac with a 24-inch screen for $1,180. Next is a number of Mac minis, starting at $599 for a 2.4Ghz model. Finally, a blast from the past with a 2GHz Core 2 Dup MacBook with 13-inch screen – just $470.
Along the way, we look at several other hardware products, including a Xeon Mac Pro workstation, a G5 PowerMac and an 8Gb iPod touch. Like always, details on these and many other items can be found at CoM’s “Daily Deals” page right after the jump.
Used Apple iMac Core 2 Duo 2.8GHz 24″ Desktop for $1,180 + $43 s&h
MegaMacs offers the used Apple iMac Intel Core 2 Duo 2.8GHz 24″ Desktop, model no. MA878LL/A, for $1,179.99 plus around $43 for shipping. That’s the lowest total price we could find for an iMac with such a configuration. (We saw a used model with a weaker processor, less RAM, and a smaller hard drive for $203 less in September, since expired.) Features include an Intel Core 2 Duo T7700 2.8GHz dual-core processor, 24″ 1920×1200 widescreen LCD, 4GB RAM, 500GB hard drive, dual-layer DVD burner, 802.11n wireless, Bluetooth, iSight webcam, and Mac OS X. Deal expires June 1 at 1 pm ET. A 90-day MegaMacs warranty applies.
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 Desktop for $719
refurbished Apple Mac mini MC438LL/A Core 2 Duo 2.66GHz w/ Snow Leopard Server for $849
MegaMacs offers the used Apple MacBook Core 2 Duo 2GHz 13.3″ Widescreen Laptop in White, model no. MB061LL/A, for $469.99 plus around $20 for shipping. That’s $10 under our mention from three weeks ago and the lowest total price we could find by $94. It features an Intel Core 2 Duo 2GHz dual-core processor, 13.3″ 1280×800 widescreen LCD, 1GB RAM, 80GB 5400 rpm hard drive, DVD/CD-RW combo drive, iSight webcam, Gigabit Ethernet, Airport Extreme, Bluetooth 2.0+EDR, Mac OS X 10.4.8, and more. Deal ends June 1. Note that a A 30-day MegaMacs warranty applies.
MegaMacs offers a selection of used Apple Mac Pro workstations, as listed below. With shipping starting at $53, each is at the lowest total price we could find. Each system is equipped with up to 16GB RAM and 4TB of hard drive space. Plus, each comes with AppleCare until January 2012 at the earliest. Deals end June 1. The systems:
Apple MA970LL/A Mac Pro 8-Core Xeon 2.8GHz Workstation (pictured) for $2,249.99 + $53 s&h
Apple MB871LL/A Mac Pro 8-Core Xeon 2.66GHz Workstation for $2,849.99 + $58 s&h
Apple MB871LL/A Mac Pro 8-Core Xeon 2.4GHz Workstation for $3,249.99 + $61 s&h
MegaMacs offers the Apple PowerMac G5 Dual 2.5GHz Desktop, model no. M9457LL/A, for $399.99. With around $41 for shipping, that’s the lowest total price we could find for this system with 1GB RAM. Features include dual PowerPC G5 2.5GHz processors, 1GB RAM, 160GB hard drive, 8x SuperDrive, Gigabit Ethernet, and more. Deal ends June 1 at noon ET. Note that although a power cord is included, a keyboard, mouse, and monitor are not.
Best Stop Deals via eBay Daily Deal offers the refurbished 4th-generation Apple iPod touch 8GB MP3 Player, model no. MC540LL/A, for $174.99 with free shipping. That’s tied with last week’s mention and $26 under the lowest total price we could find for a new unit. It features a high-definition Retina Display, 3-axis gyro, iOS 4.1, front- and rear-facing cameras (the latter capable of HD recording), FaceTime, Game Center, and more. A 30-day Best Stop Deals warranty applies.
PC Micro Store offers the Young Micro TPU Bumper Case 7-Pack for AT&T iPhone 4 together with a Front and Back Screen Protector Set for AT&T iPhone 4 for $9.98 with free shipping via the directions below. That’s tied with our mention from three weeks ago and $5 less than the lowest total price we could find for similar cases elsewhere. Similar to Apple’s Bumper, the interchangeable cases in this 7-pack cover the edges of your iPhone 4. It includes seven different colors (Lilac pictured). Coupon ends after 500 uses. To get this deal: Add the Front and Back Screen Protector to your cart for $5.99 apply coupon code “IP4GBUMPPK” to add the Young Micro TPU Bumper Case 7-Pack checkout for $9.98
HandHeldItems offers its HHI Snap-on Hard Back Shell Case for iPad 2 in five colors (Rubberized Black pictured) for $13.99. Coupon code “smartchioceback” cuts it to $8.99. Plus, receive a $2 HHI Credit with your purchase. With $2.85 for shipping, that ties our mention from a week ago as the lowest total price we could find for a similar case by $20, assuming you use the credit. This case will protect your iPad 2 from scratches, is compatible with the Apple Smart Cover (sold separately), and features cutouts for access to ports and buttons. Coupon expires May 31.
Verizon Wireless offers the Griffin Cinema Seat for Apple iPad, model no. GB01683, for $9.97 with free shipping via 2-day. (Search for “GB01683” to find it; in order to add it to your cart, you must first select the iPad in the “Device compatibility” box.) That’s tied with our mention from three weeks ago as the lowest total price we could find by $10. Sales tax is added where applicable. This case attaches to a car’s headrest to provide in-car entertainment for backseat passengers. It features a small pocket for accessories.
PC Micro Store offers the rooCASE TPU Flex Skin Case for Apple iPad 2 in 12 colors (Blue pictured), for $15.95. Coupon code “YMIPD2TPUANTI” drops it to $9.99 and adds the Young Micro Screen Protector for Apple iPad 2 to your cart for free. With free shipping, that’s tied with our mention from two weeks ago and the lowest total price we could find for the case alone by $3. It protects your iPad 2 from scratches, dust, and more. The washable, scratch-resistant screen protector reduces glare. Coupon expires after 1,000 uses.
