Post by: Mayo on January 19, 2009, 02:12:26 PM
I've read mixed reviews of MacMall. Anyone care to chime-in here, good or bad? My friend has Consumer Lust, so I don't know how ling he can hold-out waiting for a deal...
Post by: sandbox on January 19, 2009, 02:24:18 PM
I had purchased a Viewsonic monitor that died a week after the contract expired, MacMall sent a replacement all postage paid both ways.
I have had nothing but good, timely service from MacMall, though it's been sometime and things do change.
Post by: dakota on January 19, 2009, 03:10:58 PM
Post by: Paddy on January 19, 2009, 04:19:08 PM
Post by: krissel on January 19, 2009, 05:48:00 PM
Mayo, check carefully which model you are looking at with Amazon. They are apparently charging more for the matte finish MBPs than the glossy ones of the same configuration since they know that is a premium some will pay.
Post by: chriskleeman on January 19, 2009, 05:56:55 PM
All positive here with MacMall, had a great salesperson when I dealt with them. Caveat: haven't bought from them for a few years.
I do have the name of the sales rep I used to deal with if you would like it, he's still there to the best of my knowledge, and he is really wonderful.
HTH,
Chris
P.S. I am checking the Mac Refurb section regularly right now looking for a refurbed Airport Express, if I see the 15" Matte MacBook Pro's come back I'll PM you.
Post by: Paddy on January 19, 2009, 06:00:39 PM
Gotta click on the "Mac accessories" section.
http://store.apple.com/us/product/FB321LL/A?mco=MjE0NzU0OA
(oops - put the Canadian link in the first time - have 'em at the US store too)
Post by: Paddy on January 19, 2009, 06:09:31 PM
http://store.apple.com/ca/browse/home/spec...mac/macbook_pro
This 2.2GHz model doesn't mention anything about a glossy display:
http://store.apple.com/us/product/FA895LL/A?mco=MjE0NjE5MA
However, if the glossy screen isn't an issue, this one is a much better deal:
http://store.apple.com/us/product/FB075LL/A?mco=MjE0NjE5MA
Interesting that in comparing those two models, it would appear that even Apple is actually charging a premium for the matte screen. The 2.4GHz model is faster, has a better video card, more RAM and a bigger HD. All for a mere $50 more.
Post by: sandbox on January 19, 2009, 06:28:36 PM
Apple ad:
Do you want to see your applications without those sunglasses hanging off your beak?
Try our new/old matty screen it's a feature that can't be beat!
Tired of that USB connection sucking hours out of your day?
Try our new/old Firewire to help you on your way!!
Apple, Stink Different!
Post by: chriskleeman on January 19, 2009, 07:24:39 PM
QUOTE(Paddy @ Jan 19 2009, 07:00 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Chris, there are refurbed AEs in the store right now - $79.
Gotta click on the "Mac accessories" section.
http://store.apple.com/us/product/FB321LL/A?mco=MjE0NzU0OA
(oops - put the Canadian link in the first time - have 'em at the US store too)
Gotta click on the "Mac accessories" section.
http://store.apple.com/us/product/FB321LL/A?mco=MjE0NzU0OA
(oops - put the Canadian link in the first time - have 'em at the US store too)
Hey Paddy,
I was in there earlier today, same location, no refurbs, but as we all know, the more things stay the same, the more things change!
Thanks!
CK