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Today’s free apps include Converto and Phlo for Mac as well as FX Photo Studio HD for iPad. Unit converter app Converto and FX Photo Studio HD normally run you $1.99 and Phlo is regular $3.99. These free apps will only be available for free until Sunday the 28th so be sure to pick them up while you can. Head below the fold for more of today’s freebies:

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Firaxis and 2K Games have officially launched the critically acclaimed XCOM: Enemy Unknown on Mac today. Known as the Elite Edition, the Feral ported Mac version will come with the base game, the Slingshot Pack, the Elite Soldier Pack and the Second Wave update as well as some wallpapers and the soundtrack for $49.99.

The Slingshot and Elite Soldier DLC brings additional character customization as well as extra council missions and the “Shaojie Zhang” soldier. The Second Wave update introduced a host of new game modifiers that add a lot more flexibility to the experience.

Just like the game’s Windows release, the Mac version will also include the LAN and online multiplayer options. Keep your eye out for the re-reveal of the highly anticipated XCOM shooter expected to be detailed in the coming days (and iOS version of Enemy Unknown coming this summer). You can see the minimum system requirements and more details on the Elite Edition below the fold:

XCOM: Enemy Unknown – Elite Edition (Mac) $49.99

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MacMall is offering a 13.3″ MacBook Pro with Retina display 2.9GHz i7, 8GB RAM and 512GB of flash storage for $1799.99 with free shipping (Z0N42LL/A). This is the 13″ MBP Retina with the upgraded 2.9GHz i7 and 512GB of flash storage instead of 128GB. Mac Mall also has a 21.5″ iMac 8GB RAM , 2.9GHz i5 upgraded with a 1TB Fusion drive for $1649.99 shipped (MD095LL/A). Apple.com sells this same built-to-order Retina for $2199.00 ($399 off) and the iMac goes for $1,749.00, bringing you a savings of $100 along with the free shipping.

13.3″ MacBook Pro with Retina display 2.9GHz i7, 8GB RAM, 512GB flash storage $1799.99

21.5″ iMac 2.9GHz i5, 8GB RAM, 1TB Fusion drive $1649.99

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Video games are taking over Amazon’s Gold Box all day today. The discounts are available across all major platforms including Xbox 360, PS3, Mac and PC games as well as gaming accessories. Today’s featured deals are God of War: Ascension marked down to $39.99 shipped ($20 off retail and $10 cheaper than most used prices) and the garnet red 500 GB God of War PS3 bundle with all 6 GOW games and a DualShock for $279.99 shipped ($20 off ). Today’s Lightning Deals will feature some great discounts as well so be sure to check back every few hours as the good stuff will likely go quick.

God of War Ascension Legacy Bundle $279.99

God of War: Ascension $39.99

Lightning Deals:

Turtle Beach Ear Force PX51 Gaming Headset $199.99 ($35 off) (EXPIRED)

TRITTON 720+ 7.1 Surround Headset: Black, Red and White $104.99 ($15 off next best price) (EXPIRED)

Dead Space 3 $39.99 ($10 off retail) (EXPIRED)

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Today’s Tech Woot is the  Slingbox PRO-HD with On-Screen Remote Control (Refurb.) for only $124.99 (Reg. $250). This is the lowest price we could find for the Slingbox Pro and the offer ends today. The Slingbox lets you watch your favorite shows in HD over the internet on your PC or Mac laptop or desktop computer—from anywhere.
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Mac Game Store is offering up to 60% off on select Mac titles this week including Borderlands 2 for $29.95 (Reg. $40), The Walking Dead for $9.95 (Reg. $24.99) and Grand Theft Auto: Vice City for $7.99 (Reg. $15). You can also grab the award winning indie title LIMBO for $4.99 (which we highly recommend) and Double Fine’s The Cave for $9.99. Below is a list of some other discounted Mac titles available this week:

Borderlands 2 for $29.95 Normally $39.99

The Walking Dead for $9.95 Normally $24.99

Grand Theft Auto: Vice City for $7.99 Normally $14.99

The Cave for $9.99 Normally $14.99

LIMBO for $4.99 Normally $9.99

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MacMall is offering a 15.4″ MacBook Pro with Retina display 2.7GHz i7, 16GB RAM and 768GB of flash storage for $2799.99 with free shipping.  This is the 15″ MacBook Pro Retina with the upgraded 2.7GHz i7, 16GB RAM and 768GB of flash storage instead of 128GB.  Apple.com sells this same built-to-order rMBP for $3199.00, which means you’re getting a total savings of $399 as well as the free shipping.

15.4″ MacBook Pro with Retina display 2.7GHz i7, 16GB RAM, 768GB flash storage $2799.99

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Apple today started offering a couple new models of its latest generation iMac through its refurbished online store. Previously Apple was offering refurbished units of the new 21.5-inch iMac only, but we hadn’t seen any 27-inch models hit yet, which we assumed was likely due to yield issues and significant delays experienced in the iMac’s first few months of launch. Today Apple has finally started offering both the entry level 27-inch iMac and the higher end iMac, in addition to a couple of BTO models. However, taking tax into account, you might be about to score a new one for around the same price…
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MacMall is offering a 13.3″ MacBook Pro with Retina display 2.9GHz i7, 8GB RAM and 768GB of flash storage for $2349.99 with free shipping.  This is the base model 13″ MacBook Pro Retina with the upgraded 2.9GHz i7 and 768GB of flash storage.  Apple.com sells this same custom MBP with Retina display for $2599.00, which means today you’re getting a total savings of $249 on top of free shipping.

13.3″ MacBook Pro with Retina display 2.9GHz i7, 8GB RAM, 768GB flash storage $1699.99

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Update: Today only, Amazon has Borderlands 2 & Season Pass for only $25 (PC)

Mac gaming aficionados Aspyr Media is releasing a much anticipated update to its Borderlands 2 Mac App Store title. Starting today, users will be able to install version 1.3.2 to get access to Mac vs Mac co-op multiplayer through Game Center, as well as 5 new downloadable content packs available via in-app purchase that include the 5th playable character– The Mechromancer.

To celebrate the update, Aspyr is currently offering Borderlands 2 for 50% off the Mac App Store, allowing Mac users to grab the game for $29.99 (Regular $59.99) for a limited time.

You can check out our interview with Aspyr execs on the future of Mac gaming here.

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MacMall is offering a 13.3″ MacBook Pro with Retina display 2.5GHz i5, 8GB RAM and 512GB of flash storage for $1699.99 with free shipping.  This is the base model 13″ MacBook Pro Retina with the flash storage upgraded from 128GB to 512GB.  Apple.com usually sells this built-to-order MBP with Retina display for $1,999.00, which means today you’re getting a total savings of $299 on top of free shipping.

13.3″ MacBook Pro with Retina display 2.5GHz i5, 8GB RAM, 512GB flash storage $1699.99

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Rakuten (formerly, Buy.com) is offering some solid deals on several hot products.  It’s not clear how long these specials will last so be sure to cash in while you can.

Apple TV 1080p 3rd Generation $89 (Reg. 99)
Samsung 840 Series 250GB 2.5″ SATA III Solid State Drive (SSD) w/ Install Kit $147 (Reg. $270)
Apple MD212LL/A 13.3″ MacBook Pro Notebook with Retina Display Intel Core i5, 8GB RAM, 128GB $1,349 (Reg. $1,460)

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MacMall is offering a 15.4″ MacBook Pro with Retina display 2.7GHz i7, 16GB RAM and 768GB of flash storage for $2849.99 with free shipping.  This is the high end Retina MacBook Pro upgraded from 512GB to 768GB of flash storage. Apple.com is selling this same exact model for $3,199.00. That’s a total savings of $350.00.

15.4″ MacBook Pro with Retina display 2.7GHz i7, 16GB RAM, 768GB flash storage $2849.99

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Act fast, eBay has just launched several hot Apple deals, including:

iPhone 5 (Factory unlocked) 16GB $625 (Reg. $650)
iPad mini 16GB WiFi $319 (Reg. $329)  UPDATE: You can grab an iPad mini (black) for $300
iPad 4th Gen. w/ Retina display 16GB WiFi $469 (Reg. $500)

Bonus deal from earlier today:  Apple MacBook Pro 2.5GHz i5, 4GB RAM, 500GB (NEWEST VERSION) $999 (Reg. $1,199)

The only item listed in this deal we have ever seen go for a lower price is the iPad mini which was briefly available this weekend for $309.  Don’t hesitate on the iPhone 5 deal because we have seen this promotion before and it typically sells out within a couple of hours.

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Today only, eBay is offering an Apple MacBook Pro 2.5GHz i5, 4GB RAM, 500GB (NEWEST VERSION) for only $999 with free shipping. That is a $200 savings off the retail price of $1,199. This MacBook Pro features a 2.5 GHz i5 processor, 4GB RAM and a 500GB hard drive.

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Apple’s certified refurbished eBay store is offering some heavy discounts on several of their major product lines.

Apple MacBook Air 13.3″ 1.8GHz, 4GB SDRAM, 128GB Refurbished $899 (Reg. $1,199)
Apple MacBook Air 11.1” 1.8GHz, 4GB SDRAM, 256GB Refurbished $950 (Reg. $1,060)
Apple TV – Apple Certified Refurbishe​d $85 (Reg. $99)
Apple iPod Touch 32GB Refurbished $179 (Reg. $250)
Apple iPod Touch 64GB Black Refurbished (4th Generation​) $229 (Reg. $329)
Apple iPad 2 Black 32GB Wi-Fi + Cellular Refurbished (Verizon) $429 (Reg. $729)

Be sure to shop around the store as there are many other products available such as Time Capsules, more iPads and iPods.

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Mac Game Store is offering up to 50% off on select Mac games this week including Star Wars The Force Unleashed: Ultimate Sith Edition for $14.95 and Sid Meier’s Civilization V: Gold Edition for $29.99, among others. Below is a list of the other discounted Mac titles available this week:

Star Wars The Force Unleashed: Ultimate Sith Edition for $14.95 regular $29.95.

Sid Meier’s Civilization V: Gold Edition for $29.99 regular $49.99.

Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic for $10 regular $19.99.

Star Wars: Jedi Knight: Jedi Academy for $9.95 regular $19.95.

Star Wars: Jedi Knight II: Jedi Outcast for $7.95 regular $14.95.

Star Wars: Empire at War for $14.95 regular $29.95.
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Today only, eBay is offering an Apple MacBook Pro 2.5GHz i5, 4GB RAM, 500GB (NEWEST VERSION) for only $999 with free shipping. That is a $200 savings off the retail price of $1,199. This MacBook Pro features a 2.5 GHz i5 processor, 4GB RAM and a 500GB hard drive.

The seller of this item, Johny641, is a Top-Rated Plus eBay seller with over 55,000 feedback, buy with extreme confidence.

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Ending today, Best Buy has some nice price drops on some popular items.  Easily the best deal of the weekend is the $999 MacBook Air, that is a total savings of $200 off the retail price of $1,199.  Best Buy is also taking $50 off a new Mac mini, $50 off a WiiU Console Basic and discounts every iPod.

Don’t forget that you can still get a $100 iTunes gift card for only $80.  That is a 20% savings on all apps, books, music, movies and more.

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MacMall is offering two different built to order configurations of the 13-inch MacBook Pro with Retina display today for up to $300 in savings. The 13-inch MacBook Pro with Retina Display 2.5GHz i5 with 8GB RAM and upgraded 256GB flash storage is on for $1499.99 and the 13-inch 2.9GHz i7 Retina with 8GB RAM and 256GB flash storage is on for $1599.99. 

Apple.com usually sells the 13-inch 2.5GHz Retina MBP with upgraded flash storage for $1699.99 (you save $200) and the 13-inch Retina upgraded to 2.9GHz for $1899.99 (you save $300).

Apple 13.3″ MacBook Pro with Retina Display 2.5GHz i5, 8GB RAM, 256GB Flash Storage $1499.99

Apple 13.3″ MacBook Pro with Retina Display 2.9GHz i7, 8GB RAM, 256GB Flash Storage $1599.99

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Best Buy is offering an Apple MacBook Air 13″ 4GB Memory 128GB Flash Storage for only $999 with free shipping.  This is the newest version (model MD231LL/A) of this laptop which retails from Apple for $1,199.  Act fast, deal ends tomorrow.

The ultimate everyday notebook is better than ever. MacBook Air now features the latest Intel® processors and graphics, faster flash storage, and a 720p FaceTime HD camera. All packed into a notebook that’s incredibly thin and light.

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MacMall is offering Apple’s 15.4″ MacBook Pro with an upgraded 2.7GHz processor, 8GB RAM and a 1TB HD for $2099.99 with free shipping. That means you get the entry level 15-inch MacBook Pro with an upgraded CPU from the usual 2.3GHz quad-core i7 to a 2.7GHz quad-core i7. This MBP is also upgraded with 8GBs of RAM and 1TB of storage.  Apple.com usually sells this built-to-order MacBook Pro for $2,549.00, which means today’s deal represents a total savings of $450.00 before taxes. You’ll also be able to get a free copy of Parallels Desktop 8 for Mac at checkout after a $49 mail-in rebate.

Apple 15.4″ MacBook Pro 2.7GHz i7, 8GB RAM, 1TB HD $2099.99
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Rakuten via DataVis is offering the current generation Apple MacBook Air MD231LL/A 13″ i5, 4GB RAM, 128GB SSD for only $974.99. This laptop is currently selling for $1,199 directly from Apple.

Also, Apple still is having some great deals on MacBook Airs over at their refurbished eBay store:

Apple MacBook Air 13″ 1.8GHz i5 128GB (Apple certified refurb) $899 + free shipping
Apple MacBook Air 11” 1.8GHz i7 4GB 256GB (Apple Certified Refurbished) $950 + free shipping

The 13.3″ MacBook Air Notebook Computer from Apple is a portable laptop computer with a thin and lightweight design. Apple’s engineers have leveraged the lessons they learned in designing the miniaturized iPad and applied them to the design of this 3-pound computer.

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MacMall is offering Apple’s 13.3″ MacBook Pro with Retina display with an upgraded 2.9GHz processor, 8GB RAM and 256GB of flash storage for $1649.99 plus free shipping. That means you’re getting the entry level 13-inch Retina MacBook Pro with an upgraded CPU from the usual 2.5GHz dual-core i5 to a 2.9GHz dual-core i7. You also get bumped up from the usual 128GB SSD to 256GB’s of storage.  Apple.com usually sells this built-to-order MacBook Pro for $1,899.00, which means today you’re getting a total savings of $249.00 before taxes.

Apple 13.3″ MacBook Pro 2.9GHz i7 with Retina display, 8GB RAM and 256GB of flash storage $1649.99

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Mac Game Store is offering up to 50% off on an assortment of Mac games this week including Assassins Creed Brotherhood Deluxe Edition for $19.99 and F1 2012 for $32.49, among others. Below is a list of the other discounted Mac titles available this week:

Assassin’s Creed Brotherhood Deluxe Edition for $19.95 regular $39.95.

F1 2012 for $32.49 regular $49.99.

The Sims 3 Showtime Expansion Pack for $29.95 regular $39.95.

The Sims 3 Ambitions for $34.99 regular $39.99.

The Sims 3 Generations Expansion Pack for $29.99 regular $49.99.

The Sims 3 Pets for $29.99 regular $49.99.

Ancient Rome 2 for $3.99 regular $6.99.

Endless Space – Admiral Edition for $14.99 regular $29.99.

Monopoly for $4.95 regular $9.95.

Cities In Motion Complete Collection for $24.95 regular $49.95.

Stronghold 3 Gold for $29.99 regular $39.99.

Gamersgate has Command & Conquer Red Alert 3 for $19.99 regular $24.95.

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The official Apple eBay store is offering an Apple MacBook Air 11” 1.8GHz i7 4GB 256GB (Apple Certified Refurbished) for only $950 with free shipping.  Apple.com is selling this same exact model, refurb, for $1,060, that is a total savings of $110.

This MacBook Air includes a 1 year warranty. Apple refurbs are generally regarded as “good as new” so buy with confidence. Act fast, this special pricing is only available for a limited time.

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UPDATE: The initial offering of this deal SOLD OUT, but is now BACK IN STOCK (As of 3/17 8:46AM).

The official Apple eBay store is offering a MacBook Air 13″ 1.8GHz i5 128GB (Apple Refurb) for only $899 with free shipping. This unit retails for $1,199 brand new and Apple sells it refurbished for $999 on their website.

This MacBook Air includes a 1 year warranty. Apple refurbs are generally regarded as “good as new” so buy with confidence. Act fast, this special pricing is only available for a limited time.

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UPDATE:  This deal is BACK IN STOCK HERE

The official Apple eBay store is offering a MacBook Air 13″ 1.8GHz i5 128GB (Apple Refurb) for only $899 with free shipping. This unit retails for $1,199 brand new and Apple sells it refurbished for $999 on their website.

This MacBook Air includes a 1 year warranty. Apple refurbs are generally regarded as “good as new” so buy with confidence. Act fast, this special pricing is only available for a limited time.

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Rakuten (formerly Buy.com), is offering an Apple MacBook Pro w/ Retina Display 15.4″, i7, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD for only $1,899 with free shipping.  As a comparison, Amazon and B&H are both currently selling this model for $1,944.  Please note Apple just released a newer version of this laptop with slightly tweaked specs.

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Back again! This deal initially sold out in 2 hours this morning but it is back!

As one of its Daily Deals, eBay is offering an Apple MacBook Pro MD101LL/A 13.3 Inch Laptop (NEWEST VERSION) $999 with free shipping. That is a $200 savings off the retail price of $1,199. This MacBook Pro features a 2.5 GHz i5 processor, 4Gb RAM and a 500GB hard drive.

As one of its Daily Deals, eBay is offering an Apple MacBook Pro 13.3″ 2.5 GHz i5 (Latest Model) for only $999 with free shipping.  This is the most current model of this laptop that is currently selling for $1,199 at Apple retail stores.  This same deal has popped up a couple times this year on eBay and it always sells out quickly, don’t wait to cash in.

• 2.5GHz dual-core Intel Core i5
• Turbo Boost up to 3.1GHz
• 4GB 1600MHz memory
• 500GB 5400-rpm hard drive

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Update (2/18): Both deals are still in stock but only “limited quantities” remain.

Today only eBay has some great deals on hot Apple products. First up is a 16GB WiFi iPad 4 for only $469, retail price is $500. Second, is a brand new MacBook Pro 13″ for only $999, it retails for $1,199 and has a 2.5Ghz i5 processor, 4GB RAM and a 500GB hard drive. Both deals include free shipping.

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Best Buy is offering some of the lowest prices we’ve ever seen for brand new MacBook Pros with Retina Display.  You can save up to $150 on select models, with the entry level 13″ Retina Pro starting at just $1,414.

$1,979 MacBook Pro with Retina Display – 15″ Display – 8GB Memory – 256GB Flash Storage

$2,349 MacBook Pro with Retina Display – 15″ Display – 8GB Memory – 512GB Flash Storage

$1,499 MacBook Pro with Retina Display – 13″ Display – 8GB Memory – 256GB Flash Storage

$1,414 MacBook Pro with Retina Display – 13″ Display – 8GB Memory – 128GB Flash Storage

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