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Apple's Back to School Promo Launching Wednesday With $100 iTunes Gift Cards?
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Folks have been paying a premium for Apple products forever; while I can understand people's disappointment, I reiterate: If a mac is what you really want, you'll pony up the cash; if the $200 bucks is a deal-breaker then enjoy your new pc.
And students have enjoyed an extra $200 off every summer for as long as I can remember. When I bought my first Mac when starting undergrad in 2004, I got an iPod with it. I'm not sure why you are so offended by the thought that people might actually need that $200.
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duh, actually it IS worth $100. Maybe Apple is tired of people re-selling their promotional items. Maybe Apple realizes that heck, no one wants the iPod anyway.
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What time zone did the Back to School Promo happen in last time? Would it be like all other Apple announcements and happen west coast time?
(sorry I'm being sort of too optimistic)
What time zone did the Back to School Promo happen in last time? Would it be like all other Apple announcements and happen west coast time?
(sorry I'm being sort of too optimistic)
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Another rumored launch date missed. Shocked we are getting to July with no back to school promo.
I am surprised that people short on money don't prefer this rumor. Apple never gave free iPods. You had to buy one, then apply for a rebate. With a gift card, you pay less up front and don't have to deal with rebates. A gift card is easier to use than a iPod someone probably doesnt need. And it is very difficult to sell an iPod for $200. I would imagine you could clear $150 after taxes and fees are subtracted months after you paid $250 extra for a iPod you didn't need. I'll take a gift card every time than deal with rebates.
Another rumored launch date missed. Shocked we are getting to July with no back to school promo.
I am surprised that people short on money don't prefer this rumor. Apple never gave free iPods. You had to buy one, then apply for a rebate. With a gift card, you pay less up front and don't have to deal with rebates. A gift card is easier to use than a iPod someone probably doesnt need. And it is very difficult to sell an iPod for $200. I would imagine you could clear $150 after taxes and fees are subtracted months after you paid $250 extra for a iPod you didn't need. I'll take a gift card every time than deal with rebates.
What I find objectionable are people who are angry that Apple may not offer a rebate this year, or it may not be as good as previous years. As I stated in my original post, Apple (or any other company for that matter) are not OBLIGATED to offer a B2S rebate this year just because they have in the past.
Plus, if money is that tight, you need to pay for both the computer AND the iPod then wait for your rebate; while selling the iPod (for less than full price, I would imagine).
As I also stated, if the $200 difference is a deal breaker for anyone, then enjoy your new PC and x-box.
As I also said to the OP, we can agree to disagree.
Now that's a good observation.
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You can thank me later, but here are a few ideas to help you save up for that MBP or buy that iPod touch:
1. Enroll in a community college for a few years, then transfer to that elite institution you initially planned on attending.
2. Re-allocate that $100 you would spend on music, books and apps over the next year, and use your $100 iTunes gift card to pay for them instead.
3. Eat one less pizza a month for the next year.
4. Don't go to Starbucks. Most people could switch to gas-station coffee and buy a MBP with the money they'd save in a year.
5. Get a job (or another job).
It's all about priorities. Don't blame Apple if you have more wants than money.
1. Enroll in a community college for a few years, then transfer to that elite institution you initially planned on attending.
2. Re-allocate that $100 you would spend on music, books and apps over the next year, and use your $100 iTunes gift card to pay for them instead.
3. Eat one less pizza a month for the next year.
4. Don't go to Starbucks. Most people could switch to gas-station coffee and buy a MBP with the money they'd save in a year.
5. Get a job (or another job).
It's all about priorities. Don't blame Apple if you have more wants than money.
Rebates
Some states have laws requiring rebates to be given at time of purchase. I bought my last BTS promotion deal in Connecticut, and I got the free iPod and the free printer (under $100) on the spot.
Some states have laws requiring rebates to be given at time of purchase. I bought my last BTS promotion deal in Connecticut, and I got the free iPod and the free printer (under $100) on the spot.
That's it i'm sold i'm going to Microcenter this weekend. It's unfortunate that there is only one in Pennsylvania and its like 40 mins away from house but its like an $80 savings compared to Amazon so oh well.
You two are probably the most intelligent people who have replied to this recently.
I'm with you about how all the whiners are responding to all this conjecture. Though, I have to say that it has been a bit entertaining how illogical human beings can get.
BTW, because I wanted the MBP prior to my son's graduation, I/he won't be eligible for the free Lion upgrade.
Curse you, Apple for drawing a line in the sand at June 6th; how dare they not extend the free Lion upgrade back another 2 weeks to include me....
Curse you, Apple for drawing a line in the sand at June 6th; how dare they not extend the free Lion upgrade back another 2 weeks to include me....
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Again, Apple never gave you $200. Hell, amazon.com is selling iPods for $199.99 right now. So after you pay $250 after tax for your iPod you don't need, you might get a $200 rebate months later. Now iPods flood the market and you might clear $150 after selling fees. So after month of hassle and waiting for that rebate, you might only clear $100. Instant $100 gift card with no rebate is much better.
Again, Apple never gave you $200. Hell, amazon.com is selling iPods for $199.99 right now. So after you pay $250 after tax for your iPod you don't need, you might get a $200 rebate months later. Now iPods flood the market and you might clear $150 after selling fees. So after month of hassle and waiting for that rebate, you might only clear $100. Instant $100 gift card with no rebate is much better.
Those waiting for the B2S promo to buy you Macs:
I was in the same shoes as most people here last week, debating on whether or not I should just wait it out until the B2S promo began to purchase my new Macbook Pro. So, I contacted a manager at the local Apple store, told her I really wanted to come down and buy a mac from them today but waiting for the B2S promo was stopping me. The manager agreed to give me the B2S promo if it came out this summer, regardless of when it comes out. I'd recommend the same strategy for anyone else waiting on this promo. Just make sure the manager signs off on it on your receipt and your good to go.
I was in the same shoes as most people here last week, debating on whether or not I should just wait it out until the B2S promo began to purchase my new Macbook Pro. So, I contacted a manager at the local Apple store, told her I really wanted to come down and buy a mac from them today but waiting for the B2S promo was stopping me. The manager agreed to give me the B2S promo if it came out this summer, regardless of when it comes out. I'd recommend the same strategy for anyone else waiting on this promo. Just make sure the manager signs off on it on your receipt and your good to go.
I had been waiting for the promotion to start for the last month.
I am currently using my 6 years old MBP Core Duo, and after getting ready to buy a new 17" MBP (2.2ghz antiglare), I am not going to get one anymore because I am tired of all the waiting and the disappointments.
Waiting for my optibay to arrive and upgrade my MBP to SSD/HDD machine. I think I will wait until the next revision of MBP with IVY BRIDGE / NEW DESIGN.
GOOD-BYE back to school promotion!
I am currently using my 6 years old MBP Core Duo, and after getting ready to buy a new 17" MBP (2.2ghz antiglare), I am not going to get one anymore because I am tired of all the waiting and the disappointments.
Waiting for my optibay to arrive and upgrade my MBP to SSD/HDD machine. I think I will wait until the next revision of MBP with IVY BRIDGE / NEW DESIGN.
GOOD-BYE back to school promotion!
Just curious, I don't know how the PC/360 promo works but could you technically buy a $700 PC take the 360 sell it for around $200 and then return the PC and make a $200 profit then use that toward your new mac? or would you have to return the 360 with the PC? Else, I guess you could try to sell the PC for $700 (unopened) and then sell the 360 for $200 and still make a profit, though it would be a hassle.