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Daily Deals: MacBook Pro i5 $1,988, $525 MacBook, iPhone App Freebies

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We wrap up another week with two deals for the macBook fan and the latest crop of iPhone freebies from the App Store. First up is a MacBook Pro powered by an i5 dual processor running at 2.4GHz. The unit with a 15-inch screen also comes with 8GB of memory for $1,988. We also take a look at a MacBook Core 2 Duo laptop running at 1.83GHz for $525. Finally, we also have the latest batch of free iPhone applications, including “Rhythm Spirit,” a rhythm fighting game for the iPhone.

We’ll also check out accessories for your iPad and iPhone along with software for your Mac. As always, details on these and many other items are available at CoM’s “Daily Deals” page right after the jump.


746643-largeApple MacBook Pro Core i5 Dual 2.4GHz 15″ with 8GB RAM for $1,988 + $11 s&h

Expercom offers the Apple MacBook Pro Intel Core i5 Dual 2.4GHz 15.4″ Widescreen Notebook, model no. MC371LL/A, upgraded with 8GB RAM for $1,988. With shipping at $10.50, that’s $210 under our June mention and $200 less than what Apple charges for the same configuration. This model features an Intel Core i5-520M 2.4GHz dual-core processor, 15.4″ 1680×1050 glossy LED-Backlit LCD, 8GB RAM, 320GB 5400 rpm Serial ATA hard drive, SuperDrive, NVIDIA GeForce GT 330M 256MB video card, AirPort Extreme (802.11n), Bluetooth 2.1+EDR, Gigabit Ethernet, iSight webcam, multi-touch glass trackpad, FireWire port, Secure Digital card slot, and more.

13923-largeUsed Apple MacBook Core 2 Duo 1.83GHz 13″ Laptop for $525 + $18 s&h

MegaMacs.com offers the used Apple MacBook Core 2 Duo 1.83GHz 13.3″ Laptop in White, model no. MA699LL/A, bundled with a free carrying case for $524.99 plus around $18 for shipping. [Although that’s $35 over our mention of a similar system from three weeks ago (since expired), that model had less RAM and lacked the carrying case.] It features an Intel Core 2 Duo T5600 1.83GHz dual-core processor, 13.3″ 1280×800 LCD, 1GB RAM, 60GB 5400rpm 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. Of note, a 30-day MegaMacs warranty applies.

790651-largeiPhone App Store Freebies: Rhythm Spirit, SoundGrid, Finger Soccer, more

Below are downloads of several free applications available for a limited time from Apple’s App Store, with price drops from $1 to $5. These apps are created for the iPhone and iPod touch, and are compatible with the iPad but will run at a significantly lower resolution. (Check the individual apps for further information.) The apps:

Rhythm Spirit (pictured): Rhythm fighting game
mix.dj Pro: Music app
SoundGrid: Music composer
lo-mob: Camera effects
Finger Soccer: Soccer game
NetBook for iPhone: Network administrator organizer
Twistum: Fruit matching puzzle game new
Doodle Dash!: Accelerometer-based adventure game

789836-largeApple iPad Leather Case for $17 + free shipping

iFunCity.com offers this Apple iPad Compatible Leather Case in Black (pictured) or White for $17.99. Coupon code “STYLEPAD” cuts it to $16.73. (With free shipping, that ties our mention from a week ago and it’s the lowest total price we could find for this case.) Deal ends August 31. Of note, although you have to select a color on the product page, iFunCity.com states that you have to specify your color choice at payment to avoid being shipped a random color.

790675-largeApple iPad-Compatible Back Housing Replacement for $93 + free shipping

iFunCity.com offers this Apple iPad-Compatible Back Housing Replacement for $99. Coupon code “BACKPAD7” cuts it to $92.99. (With free shipping, that’s the lowest total price we could find by a buck.) This aluminum repair is custom-made to replace the iPad’s back housing, it is not an external case.

790624-largeInside Redbox Pro for iPhone / iPod touch downloads for free

The iTunes App Store offers downloads of Inside Redbox Pro for iPhone / iPod touch for free. (That’s $1 off and the best deal we’ve seen for this new version of the app.) Inside Redbox Pro provides you with the latest Redbox free rental codes, plus it allows you to see the live inventory of any Redbox kiosk.

790568-largeNetflix for iPhone / iPad / iPod touch downloads for free

The iTunes App Store offers downloads of the new Netflix for iPhone / iPad / iPod touch for free. (Previously, it was only available for iPad.) It allows you to manage your queue and stream movies and shows over 3G or WiFi.

790620-largeFrosted iPhone Screen Protector w/ Cleaning Cloth for 49 cents + free shipping

Cellular Factory offers this Frosted Screen Protector for Apple iPhone for 49 cents. (With free shipping via coupon code “1XFJYJ”, that’s $7 off and among the lowest total prices we’ve seen for an iPhone screen protector.) The item is anti-glare, dust-repelling, and UV-protecting. It includes a cleaning cloth. Coupon expires August 30.

790758-largeJumbled for iPhone / iPod touch downloads for free

Today only, the iTunes App Store offers downloads of Jumbled for iPhone / iPod touch for free. (That’s $1 off and the best price we’ve seen for this word game.)

790705-largePocketMac PlayNice for Mac / PC downloads for $20

Today only, MacUpdate.com offers downloads of PocketMac PlayNice 1.0.20 for Mac and Windows for $19.95. (That’s $20 off and the lowest total price we could find for this alternative to MobileMe, which syncs data between up to three computers.)

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