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Best Buy slashed prices on the latest MacBook Air notebooks, as listed below. (Cheaper models were available but have since gone out of stock.) Plus, each system qualifies for free shipping. At up to $100 off list, each model is at the lowest total price we’ve seen. Sales tax is added where applicable. The laptops:

• MacBook Air MC965LL/A Core i5 1.7GHz 13.3″ 128GB SSD for $1,234.99
• MacBook Air MC966LL/A Core i5 1.7GHz 13.3″ 256GB SSD for $1,499.99

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B&H Photo Video continues to offer the Apple iMac Intel Core i5 2.8GHz 27″ Desktop, model no. MC511LL/A, bundled with Parallels Desktop 6 for Mac and Class on Demand Basic Training for Final Cut Studio 2010, for $1,399.95 with free shipping. That’s tied with last week’s mention as $199 less than the lowest total price we could find for these items purchased separately, and $49 less than Apple charges for a refurbished model without the additional software (this computer is new). Features include an Intel Core i5 2.8GHz quad-core processor, 27″ 2560×1440 widescreen LED-Backlit glass display, 4GB RAM, 1TB 7200 rpm hard drive, 8x SuperDrive, Radeon HD 5750 1GB graphics, AirPort Extreme (802.11n), Bluetooth 2.1+EDR, Gigabit Ethernet, iSight, and more. Parallels allows you to run a parallel virtual Windows environment on your Mac. Class on Demand Basic Training for Final Cut Studio 2010 features four hours of lessons for the video-editing program Final Cut Studio (not included).

Today, Apple updated its MacBook Air notebooks. Prices remain the same, although they’ve all been upgraded with Intel Core i5 dual-core processors (and Mac OS X Lion, which was also released today). The lowest-end model ships with 2GB of RAM, but all others sport 4GB by default. Additional features include an LED-backlit display, Intel HD 3000 graphics, 802.11n wireless, full-size backlit keyboard, Multi-Touch trackpad, FaceTime camera, Bluetooth 4.0, Thunderbolt port, and up to 7 hours of battery life. The new models, which are available today, with free shipping:

• 2.4-lb. MacBook Air 11.6″ Core i5 1.6GHz 64GB SSD for $999
• 2.4-lb. MacBook Air 11.6″ Core i5 1.6GHz 128GB SSD for $1,199
• 3-lb. MacBook Air 13.3″ Core i5 1.7GHz 128GB SSD for $1,299
• 3-lb. MacBook Air 13.3″ Core i5 1.7GHz 256GB SSD for $1,599

The Apple Store dropped its prices on a selection of factory-refurbished 3-lb. MacBook Air notebooks, as listed below. Plus, each system qualifies for free shipping. At up to $80 off, each model is at or near the lowest total price we’ve seen. Sales tax is added where applicable. Each item carries a 1-year Apple warranty, the same as new units. Items are removed from The Apple Store when sold out. The laptops, with price drops from our previous mention (each model listed below features 2GB RAM):

• Refurb MacBook Air MC505LL/A Core 2 Duo 1.4GHz 11.6″ 64GB SSD for $749 ($80 drop)
• refurb MacBook Air MC506LL/A Core 2 Duo 1.4GHz 11.6″ 128GB SSD for $949 ($50 drop)
• refurb MacBook Air MC503LL/A Core 2 Duo 1.86GHz 13.3″ 128GB SSD for $999 ($80 drop)
• refurb MacBook Air MC504LL/A Core 2 Duo 1.86GHz 13.3″ 256GB SSD for $1,249 ($80 drop)
• see all refurbished MacBook Air laptops

Other World Computing continues to offer the Axiotron ModBook Core 2 Duo 13.3″ 2.13GHz Tablet Mac for $1,949 with free shipping. That’s tied with our mention from last week as $94 under the lowest price we’ve seen for a new unit, and the least expensive made-to-order ModBook we’ve seen. (We saw a used one for $50 less last spring.) The ModBook is a modified Apple MacBook with an AnyView 13.3″ widescreen WACOM stylus-operated display on the exterior, Intel Core 2 Duo P7450 2.13GHz dual-core processor, 2GB RAM, 160GB 5400 rpm hard drive, SuperDrive, WAAS-enabled GPS, iSight, and more.

Note that this item currently will not ship for 55 days.

The Apple Store offers restocked a selection of factory-refurbished Apple Aluminum iMac Desktops. With free shipping, these systems are up to $300 off and each is at the lowest total price we’ve seen. These desktops come with a 1-year Apple warranty, the same as new iMacs. Sales tax is added where applicable. Items are removed from Apple’s site when they sell out. The deals:

• Refurb Apple MC508LL/A iMac 21.5″ Intel Core i3 Dual 3.06GHz Desktop for $929
• refurb Apple MC309LL/A iMac 21.5″ Intel Core i5 Quad 2.5GHz Desktop for $1,019
• refurb Apple MC509LL/A iMac 21.5″ Intel Core i3 Dual 3.2GHz Desktop for $1,099
• refurb Apple MC510LL/A iMac 27″ Intel Core i3 Dual 3.2GHz Desktop for $1,269
• refurb Apple MC511LL/A iMac 27″ Intel Core i5 Quad 2.8GHz Desktop for $1,449
• browse all refurbished Apple iMacs at the Apple Store

The Apple Store discounts its selection of factory-refurbished 3-lb. MacBook Air notebooks. Plus, each system qualifies for free shipping. At up to $270 off, each model is at or near the lowest total price we could find. Sales tax is added where applicable. Each item carries a 1-year Apple warranty, the same as new units. Items are removed from The Apple Store when sold out. The laptops:

• Refurb MacBook Air MC505LL/A Core 2 Duo 1.4GHz 11.6″ 64GB SSD w/ 2GB RAM for $829
• refurb MacBook Air MC506LL/A Core 2 Duo 1.4GHz 11.6″ 128GB SSD w/ 2GB RAM for $999
• refurb MacBook Air MB234LL/A Core 2 Duo 2.13GHz 13.3″ 128GB SSD w/ 2GB RAM for $1,069
• refurb MacBook Air MC503LL/A Core 2 Duo 1.86GHz 13.3″ 128GB SSD w/ 2GB RAM for $1,079
• refurb MacBook Air MC504LL/A Core 2 Duo 1.86GHz 13.3″ 256GB SSD w/ 2GB RAM for $1,329
• see all refurbished MacBook Air laptops

B&H Photo-Video offers AppleCare Protection Plan for iMac, model no. MD006LL/A, for $125 with free shipping. That’s the lowest total price we could find by $2, although it was $7 less back in March. This plan adds two years of warranty coverage and phone support to your iMac.

B&H Photo Video offers the Apple iMac Intel Core i5 2.8GHz 27″ Desktop, model no. MC511LL/A, bundled with Parallels Desktop 6 for Mac and Class on Demand Basic Training for Final Cut Studio 2010, for $1,399.95 with free shipping. That’s $199 less than the lowest total price we could find for these items purchased separately, and it’s $49 less than Apple charges for a refurbished model without the additional software (this computer is new). Features include an Intel Core i5 2.8GHz quad-core processor, 27″ 2560×1440 widescreen LED-Backlit glass display, 4GB RAM, 1TB 7200 rpm hard drive, 8x SuperDrive, Radeon HD 5750 1GB graphics, AirPort Extreme (802.11n), Bluetooth 2.1+EDR, Gigabit Ethernet, iSight, and more. Parallels allows you to run a parallel virtual Windows environment on your Mac. Class on Demand Basic Training for Final Cut Studio 2010 features four hours of lessons for the video-editing program Final Cut Studio (not included).

Other World Computing continues to offer the Axiotron ModBook Core 2 Duo 13.3″ 2.13GHz Tablet Mac for $1,949 with free shipping. That’s tied with our mention from last week as $94 under the lowest price we’ve seen for a new unit, and the least expensive made-to-order ModBook we’ve seen. (We saw a used one for $50 less last spring.) The ModBook is a modified Apple MacBook with an AnyView 13.3″ widescreen WACOM stylus-operated display on the exterior, Intel Core 2 Duo P7450 2.13GHz dual-core processor, 2GB RAM, 160GB 5400 rpm hard drive, SuperDrive, WAAS-enabled GPS, iSight, and more.

Note that this item currently will not ship for 55 days.

The Apple Store offers restocked a selection of factory-refurbished Apple Aluminum iMac Desktops. With free shipping, these systems are up to $300 off and each is at the lowest total price we’ve seen. These desktops come with a 1-year Apple warranty, the same as new iMacs. Sales tax is added where applicable. Items are removed from Apple’s site when they sell out. The deals:

• Refurb Apple MC508LL/A iMac 21.5″ Intel Core i3 Dual 3.06GHz Desktop for $929
• refurb Apple MC309LL/A iMac 21.5″ Intel Core i5 Quad 2.5GHz Desktop for $1,019
• refurb Apple MC509LL/A iMac 21.5″ Intel Core i3 Dual 3.2GHz Desktop for $1,099
• refurb Apple MC510LL/A iMac 27″ Intel Core i3 Dual 3.2GHz Desktop for $1,269
• refurb Apple MC511LL/A iMac 27″ Intel Core i5 Quad 2.8GHz Desktop for $1,449
• browse all refurbished Apple iMacs at the Apple Store

MegaMacs continues to discount a number of used Apple MacBook Pro Intel notebooks, with prices starting at $719.99. With shipping starting around $23, each is at or near lowest-we-could-find prices. Some best bets:

• Used Apple MacBook Pro Intel Core Duo 1.83GHz 15.4″ Laptop (B stock) for $719.99
• used Apple MacBook Pro Intel Core Duo 2GHz 15.4″ Laptop for $729.99
• used Apple MacBook Pro Intel Core 2 Duo 2.16GHz 15.4″ Laptop (B stock) for $739.99
• used Apple MacBook Pro Intel Core 2 Duo 2.2GHz 15.4″ Laptop for $749.99
• browse all eligible Apple MacBook Pro Intel notebooks

MegaMacs offers the used Apple MacBook Core Duo 1.83GHz 13.3″ Widescree Notebook in White, model no. MA254LL/A, bundled with a 10-piece software suite and accessories for $849.99. With shipping around $25, it’s tied with last week’s mention as $118 less than the lowest total price we could find for these items if purchased separately elsewhere. The MacBook features an Intel Core Duo 1.83GHz dual-core processor, 13.3″ 1280×800 LCD, 2GB RAM, 60GB hard drive, DVD/CD-RW combo drive, iSight webcam, Gigabit Ethernet, Airport Extreme, Bluetooth 2.0+EDR, and more. The software suite includes OEM Mac OS 10.6 Snow Leopard, OEM iLife ’09, OEM Aperture 2, Microsoft Office 2008 Special Media Edition, Adobe Photoshop Elements 9, TuneUp, StuffIt Deluxe 2010, PrintMaster, 2011 Platinum, HOYLE Puzzle & Board Games, and Logic Express 8. The rest of the bundle features a 60-watt MagSafe Power Cord, Kensington Mobility Kit, 6-port surge protector, iKlear Travel Pack, Labtec earphones, Apple IR Remote, Kensington ScreenSavr Cleaning Cloth, and xTremeMac Home Audio Cable Pack.

Note that a 30-day MegaMacs warranty applies.

MegaMacs offers the used Apple MacBook Core Duo 1.83GHz 13.3″ Widescreen Laptop in White, model no. MA254LL/A, bundled with a 10-piece software suite and accessories for $849.99. With shipping around $25, it’s $118 less than the lowest total price we could find for these items if purchased separately elsewhere. The MacBook features an Intel Core Duo 1.83GHz dual-core processor, 13.3″ 1280×800 LCD, 2GB RAM, 60GB hard drive, DVD/CD-RW combo drive, iSight webcam, Gigabit Ethernet, Airport Extreme, Bluetooth 2.0+EDR, and more. The software suite includes OEM Mac OS 10.6 Snow Leopard, OEM iLife ’09, OEM Aperture 2, Microsoft Office 2008 Special Media Edition, Adobe Photoshop Elements 9, TuneUp, StuffIt Deluxe 2010, PrintMaster, 2011 Platinum, HOYLE Puzzle & Board Games, and Logic Express 8. The rest of the bundle features a 60-watt MagSafe Power Cord, Kensington Mobility Kit, 6-port surge protector, iKlear Travel Pack, Labtec earphones, Apple IR Remote, Kensington ScreenSavr Cleaning Cloth, and xTremeMac Home Audio Cable Pack.

Note that a 30-day MegaMacs warranty applies.

The Apple Store offers significant price drops on select factory-refurbished Apple Aluminum iMac Desktops. With free shipping, these systems are up to $300 off and each is at the lowest total price we’ve seen. These desktops come with a 1-year Apple warranty, the same as new iMacs. Sales tax is added where applicable. Items are removed from Apple’s site when they sell out. The deals:

• Refurb Apple MC508LL/A iMac 21.5″ Intel Core i3 Dual 3.06GHz Desktop for $929
• refurb Apple MC509LL/A iMac 21.5″ Intel Core i3 Dual 3.2GHz Desktop for $1,099
• refurb Apple MC309LL/A iMac 21.5″ Intel Core i5 Quad 2.5GHz Desktop for $1,019
• refurb Apple MC510LL/A iMac 27″ Intel Core i3 Dual 3.2GHz Desktop for $1,269
• refurb Apple MC511LL/A iMac 27″ Intel Core i5 Quad 2.8GHz Desktop for $1,449
• browse all refurbished Apple iMacs at the Apple Store

B&H Photo-Video offers the Apple iMac Intel Core i3 3.2GHz 27″ Desktop, model no. MC510LL/A, with Parallels Desktop 6 for Mac for $1,399 with free shipping. That’s tied with our mention from last week and $39 under the lowest total price we could find for the duo when purchased separately elsewhere. Features include an Intel Core i3 3.2GHz dual-core processor, 27″ 2560×1440 widescreen LCD, 4GB RAM, 1TB hard drive, ATI Radeon HD 5670 512MB graphics, SuperDrive, Bluetooth 2.0+EDR, AirPort Extreme, iSight, and Mac OS X Snow Leopard.

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 MC700LL/A Core i5 Dual 2.3GHz 13.3″ for $1,019
• refurbished MacBook Pro MC375LL/A Core 2 Duo 2.66GHz 13.3″ for $1,019
• refurbished MacBook Pro MC724LL/A Core i7 2.7GHz 13.3″ for $1,269
• refurbished MacBook Pro MC372LL/A Core i5 2.53GHz 15.4″ for $1,439
• see all refurbished MacBook Pro laptops at The Apple Store

Other World Computing continues to offer the Axiotron ModBook Core 2 Duo 13.3″ 2.13GHz Tablet Mac for $1,949 with free shipping. That’s tied with our mention from last week as $94 under the lowest price we’ve seen for a new unit, and the least expensive made-to-order ModBook we’ve seen. (We saw a used one for $50 less last spring.) The ModBook is a modified Apple MacBook with an AnyView 13.3″ widescreen WACOM stylus-operated display on the exterior, Intel Core 2 Duo P7450 2.13GHz dual-core processor, 2GB RAM, 160GB 5400 rpm hard drive, SuperDrive, WAAS-enabled GPS, iSight, and more.

Note that this item currently will not ship for 55 days.

The Apple Store discounts its selection of factory-refurbished 3-lb. MacBook Air notebooks. Plus, each system qualifies for free shipping. At up to $270 off, each model is at or near the lowest total price we could find. Sales tax is added where applicable. Each item carries a 1-year Apple warranty, the same as new units. Items are removed from The Apple Store when sold out. The laptops:

• Refurb MacBook Air MC505LL/A Core 2 Duo 1.4GHz 11.6″ 64GB SSD w/ 2GB RAM for $829
• refurb MacBook Air MC506LL/A Core 2 Duo 1.4GHz 11.6″ 128GB SSD w/ 2GB RAM for $999
• refurb MacBook Air MB234LL/A Core 2 Duo 2.13GHz 13.3″ 128GB SSD w/ 2GB RAM for $1,069
• refurb MacBook Air MC503LL/A Core 2 Duo 1.86GHz 13.3″ 128GB SSD w/ 2GB RAM for $1,079
• refurb MacBook Air MC504LL/A Core 2 Duo 1.86GHz 13.3″ 256GB SSD w/ 2GB RAM for $1,329
• see all refurbished MacBook Air laptops

ExperCom continues to offers the Apple iMac Intel Core i3 3.2GHz 27″ Desktop, model no. MC510LL/A, upgraded with 8GB RAM and three years of AppleCare for $1,519. With around $29 for shipping, it’s tied with last week’s mention as the lowest total price we could find for this configuration. Features include an Intel Core i3 3.2GHz dual-core processor, 27″ 2560×1440 widescreen LCD, 8GB RAM, 1TB hard drive, ATI Radeon HD 5670 512MB graphics, SuperDrive, Bluetooth 2.0+EDR, AirPort Extreme, iSight, and more.

The Apple Store offers significant price drops on select factory-refurbished Apple Aluminum iMac Desktops. With free shipping, these systems are at least $170 off and each is at the lowest total price we’ve seen. These desktops come with a 1-year Apple warranty, the same as new iMacs. Sales tax is added where applicable. Items are removed from Apple’s site when they sell out. The price drops:

• Refurb Apple MC508LL/A iMac 21.5″ Intel Core i3 Dual 3.06GHz Desktop for $929 (was $1,099)
• refurb Apple MC509LL/A iMac 21.5″ Intel Core i3 Dual 3.2GHz Desktop for $1,099 (was $1,299)
• refurb Apple MC510LL/A iMac 27″ Intel Core i3 Dual 3.2GHz Desktop for $1,269 (was $1,499)
• refurb Apple MC511LL/A iMac 27″ Intel Core i5 Quad 2.8GHz Desktop for $1,449 (was $1,699)
• browse all refurbished Apple iMacs at the Apple Store

Best Buy offers the refurbished Apple Wireless Magic Mouse, model no. MB829LL/A, for $44.99. With $5.49 for shipping, that’s the lowest total price we could find for a new model by $16, although we saw a refurbished one for $15 less last winter. Sales tax is added where applicable. This Bluetooth-enabled Magic Mouse has a wireless range of up to 33 feet and allows users to click, scroll, or swipe via its seamless top shell. It requires two AA batteries (included).

No warranty is provided for this unit.
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B&H Photo-Video offers the Apple iMac Intel Core i3 3.2GHz 27″ Desktop, model no. MC510LL/A, with Parallels Desktop 6 for Mac for $1,399. With free shipping, it’s $44 under the lowest total price we could find for the duo when purchased separately elsewhere. Features include an Intel Core i3 3.2GHz dual-core processor, 27″ 2560×1440 widescreen LCD, 4GB RAM, 1TB hard drive, ATI Radeon HD 5670 512MB graphics, SuperDrive, Bluetooth 2.0+EDR, AirPort Extreme, iSight, and more.

Of note, this desktop is still available at Expercom with 8GB RAM and three years of AppleCare for $1,519 with $29 for shipping.

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 MC700LL/A Core i5 Dual 2.3GHz 13.3″ for $1,019
• refurbished MacBook Pro MC375LL/A Core 2 Duo 2.66GHz 13.3″ for $1,019
• refurbished MacBook Pro MC724LL/A Core i7 2.7GHz 13.3″ for $1,269
• refurbished MacBook Pro MC372LL/A Core i5 2.53GHz 15.4″ for $1,439
• see all refurbished MacBook Pro laptops at The Apple Store

Other World Computing continues to offer the Axiotron ModBook Core 2 Duo 13.3″ 2.13GHz Tablet Mac for $1,949 with free shipping. That’s tied with our mention from last week as $94 under the lowest price we’ve seen for a new unit, and the least expensive made-to-order ModBook we’ve seen. (We saw a used one for $50 less last spring.) The ModBook is a modified Apple MacBook with an AnyView 13.3″ widescreen WACOM stylus-operated display on the exterior, Intel Core 2 Duo P7450 2.13GHz dual-core processor, 2GB RAM, 160GB 5400 rpm hard drive, SuperDrive, WAAS-enabled GPS, iSight, and more.

Note that this item currently will not ship for 55 days.

ExperCom offers the Apple iMac Intel Core i3 3.2GHz 27″ Desktop, model no. MC510LL/A, upgraded with 8GB RAM and three years of AppleCare for $1,519. With around $29 for shipping, it’s $110 below our mention from last week and the lowest total price we could find for this configuration. Features include an Intel Core i3 3.2GHz dual-core processor, 27″ 2560×1440 widescreen LCD, 8GB RAM, 1TB hard drive, ATI Radeon HD 5670 512MB graphics, SuperDrive, Bluetooth 2.0+EDR, AirPort Extreme, iSight, and more.

ExperCom offers the Apple iMac Intel Core i3 3.2GHz 27″ Desktop, model no. MC510LL/A, upgraded with 8GB RAM and three years of AppleCare for $1,629. With around $29 for shipping, it’s tied with last week’s mention and the lowest total price we could find for this configuration. Features include an Intel Core i3 3.2GHz dual-core processor, 27″ 2560×1440 widescreen LCD, 8GB RAM, 1TB hard drive, ATI Radeon HD 5670 512MB graphics, SuperDrive, Bluetooth 2.0+EDR, AirPort Extreme, iSight, and more.

Other World Computing offers the Axiotron ModBook Core 2 Duo 13.3″ 2.13GHz Tablet Mac for $1,949 with free shipping. That’s tied with our mention from last week as $94 under the lowest price we’ve seen for a new unit, and the least expensive made-to-order ModBook we’ve seen. (We saw a used one for $50 less last spring.) The ModBook is a modified Apple MacBook with an AnyView 13.3″ widescreen WACOM stylus-operated display on the exterior, Intel Core 2 Duo P7450 2.13GHz dual-core processor, 2GB RAM, 160GB 5400 rpm hard drive, SuperDrive, WAAS-enabled GPS, iSight, and more.

Note that this item isn’t expected to ship until August 8, 2011

The Apple Store discounts its selection of factory-refurbished 3-lb. MacBook Air notebooks. Plus, each system qualifies for free shipping. At up to $270 off, each model is at or near the lowest total price we could find. Sales tax is added where applicable. Each item carries a 1-year Apple warranty, the same as new units. Items are removed from The Apple Store when sold out. The laptops:

• Refurb MacBook Air MC505LL/A Core 2 Duo 1.4GHz 11.6″ 64GB SSD w/ 2GB RAM for $829
• refurb MacBook Air MC506LL/A Core 2 Duo 1.4GHz 11.6″ 128GB SSD w/ 2GB RAM for $999
• refurb MacBook Air MB234LL/A Core 2 Duo 2.13GHz 13.3″ 128GB SSD w/ 2GB RAM for $1,069
• refurb MacBook Air MC503LL/A Core 2 Duo 1.86GHz 13.3″ 128GB SSD w/ 2GB RAM for $1,079
• refurb MacBook Air MC504LL/A Core 2 Duo 1.86GHz 13.3″ 256GB SSD w/ 2GB RAM for $1,329
• see all refurbished MacBook Air laptops

The Apple Store offers significant price drops on select factory-refurbished Apple Aluminum iMac Desktops in its Special Deals section. With free shipping, these systems are at least $250 off and each is at the lowest total price we’ve seen. These desktops come with a 1-year Apple warranty, the same as new iMacs. Sales tax is added where applicable. Items are removed from Apple’s site when they sell out. The price drops:

• Refurb Apple MC508LL/A iMac 21.5″ Intel Core i3 Dual 3.06GHz Desktop for $929 (was $1,019)
• refurb Apple MC509LL/A iMac 21.5″ Intel Core i3 Dual 3.2GHz Desktop for $1,099 (was $1,269)
• refurb Apple MC510LL/A iMac 27″ Intel Core i3 Dual 3.2GHz Desktop for $1,269 (was $1,439)
• refurb Apple MC511LL/A iMac 27″ Intel Core i5 Quad 2.8GHz Desktop for $1,449 (was $1,699)
• browse all refurbished Apple iMacs at the Apple Store

ExperCom offers the Apple iMac Intel Core i3 3.2GHz 27″ Desktop, model no. MC510LL/A, upgraded with 8GB RAM and three years of AppleCare for $1,629. With around $29 for shipping, it’s $243 under our August mention and the lowest total price we could find. Features include an Intel Core i3 3.2GHz dual-core processor, 27″ 2560×1440 widescreen LCD, 8GB RAM, 1TB hard drive, ATI Radeon HD 5670 512MB graphics, SuperDrive, Bluetooth 2.0+EDR, AirPort Extreme, iSight, and more.

The Apple Store discounts its selection of factory-refurbished 3-lb. MacBook Air notebooks. Plus, each system qualifies for free shipping. At up to $270 off, each model is at or near the lowest total price we could find. Sales tax is added where applicable. Each item carries a 1-year Apple warranty, the same as new units. Items are removed from The Apple Store when sold out. The laptops:

• Refurb MacBook Air MC505LL/A Core 2 Duo 1.4GHz 11.6″ 64GB SSD w/ 2GB RAM for $829
• refurb MacBook Air MC506LL/A Core 2 Duo 1.4GHz 11.6″ 128GB SSD w/ 2GB RAM for $999
• refurb MacBook Air MB234LL/A Core 2 Duo 2.13GHz 13.3″ 128GB SSD w/ 2GB RAM for $1,069
• refurb MacBook Air MC503LL/A Core 2 Duo 1.86GHz 13.3″ 128GB SSD w/ 2GB RAM for $1,079
• refurb MacBook Air MC504LL/A Core 2 Duo 1.86GHz 13.3″ 256GB SSD w/ 2GB RAM for $1,329
• see all refurbished MacBook Air laptops

The Apple Store discounts its selection of factory-refurbished 3-lb. MacBook Air notebooks. Plus, each system qualifies for free shipping. At up to $270 off, each model is at or near the lowest total price we could find. Sales tax is added where applicable. Each item carries a 1-year Apple warranty, the same as new units. Items are removed from The Apple Store when sold out. The laptops:

• Refurb MacBook Air MC505LL/A Core 2 Duo 1.4GHz 11.6″ 64GB SSD w/ 2GB RAM for $829
• refurb MacBook Air MC506LL/A Core 2 Duo 1.4GHz 11.6″ 128GB SSD w/ 2GB RAM for $999
• refurb MacBook Air MB234LL/A Core 2 Duo 2.13GHz 13.3″ 128GB SSD w/ 2GB RAM for $1,069
• refurb MacBook Air MC503LL/A Core 2 Duo 1.86GHz 13.3″ 128GB SSD w/ 2GB RAM for $1,079
• refurb MacBook Air MC504LL/A Core 2 Duo 1.86GHz 13.3″ 256GB SSD w/ 2GB RAM for $1,329
• see all refurbished MacBook Air laptops