14 DAY TRIAL // As the week is coming to an end, we’re eager to note the latest offers available through Apple’s Special Deals section, including two Macs attractively priced at $749, and the all-in-one sleek iMac that goes for $929 as a certified Apple refurb.
Originally released October 2010, the 11-inch MacBook Air with a 1.4 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo processor has 2GB memory, 64GB flash storage, NVIDIA GeForce 320M graphics and FaceTime camera and saves its lucky buyer $150.
Also priced at $749, yet saving the customer $250 (25% off) is the Mac mini with Snow Leopard Server.
Originally released June 2010, it boasts a 2.66GHz Intel Core 2 Duo CPU, 4GB memory, dual 500GB Serial ATA hard disk drives, HDMI port with support for up to 1920-by-1200 resolution, and NVIDIA GeForce 320M graphics with 256MB memory.
The computer is more than qualified to run Apple’s OS X Lion operating system, but ships with Snow Leopard pre-installed.
If you want to run OS X 10.7, you’ll be able to do so by upgrading through the Mac App Store for $29,99.
Those in need of a powerful but good-looking desktop solution can go for the iMac 21.5-inch with Intel’s Core i3 processor clocked at 3.06GHz.
Released July 2010, the system boasts a glossy 21.5-inch LED-backlit widescreen display, ships with 4GB memory, a 500GB hard drive, the 8x SuperDrive (DVD±R DL/DVD±RW/CD-RW), ATI Radeon HD 4670 graphics with 256MB memory, and built-in iSight camera.
Unlike the Mac mini, the all-in-one iMac comes with its own Apple keyboard and Magic Mouse (or Magic Trackpad, depending on what you choose). This computer is priced at $929.
About Apple refurbished products
Apple Certified Refurbished Products are pre-owned products that undergo Apple's stringent refurbishment process, prior to being offered for sale. They are returned under Apple's Return and Refund Policies.
While only some units are brought back because of technical issues, all of them undergo the company's rigorous quality-refurbishment process.
Service and support include 90 days of telephone support and a one-year warranty. You have the option of purchasing an AppleCare Protection Plan for your refurb, while shipping is free in the US.