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How's Refurbished MacBook Pro from Apple.com?
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They are usually of great quality, just like new and come with a full warranty. Many people prefer refurbs and there is no reason why you shouldn't buy one.
Try any of these threads or these.
Try any of these threads or these.
I personally don't have but I've heard a lot great things about them. Quality is the same or better than brand news and you'll save some money as well. Also, you may get a "surprise" upgrade like 4GB of RAM instead of 2GB or better GPU
I just purchased the computer in my sig. I am very, very, impressed! The machine is supposed to come standard with 2GB RAM, and mine had 4GB out of the box! I was very excited! I think you will love buying a refurb!
I talked to an Apple employee over at the store and they said they replace the casing and some internal parts so no worries: refurbished apple computers are good!
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We just bought a refurb aluminum MB for my mom and have absolutely no complaints. It arrived quickly and was in perfect condition. I spoke with someone at Apple (1-800-692-7753) and asked about the refurbs prior to ordering. I was told that Apple's goal with the refurb experience is that, if you put a refurb beside a "brand new" product, you should not be able to tell the difference between the two. Further, I was told that if you can tell the difference (ie, if there is any flaw with the refurb) then that is grounds for return.
I will absolutely go the refurb route again... No complaints!
Good luck,
m&c
We just bought a refurb aluminum MB for my mom and have absolutely no complaints. It arrived quickly and was in perfect condition. I spoke with someone at Apple (1-800-692-7753) and asked about the refurbs prior to ordering. I was told that Apple's goal with the refurb experience is that, if you put a refurb beside a "brand new" product, you should not be able to tell the difference between the two. Further, I was told that if you can tell the difference (ie, if there is any flaw with the refurb) then that is grounds for return.
I will absolutely go the refurb route again... No complaints!
Good luck,
m&c
Thanks for all the help!! I have one last question before I buy this thing. Is this the new MacBook Pro that just got updated? This one has firewire so I'm guessing it is...
http://store.apple.com/us/product/FB990LL/A?mco=MTA4MzIzMzA
http://store.apple.com/us/product/FB990LL/A?mco=MTA4MzIzMzA
Yeah that is the summer refresh. i was about to get that but i couldn't sell my white macbook so have fun with it!
Word to the wise, I once bought a refurbished Powerbook G4 and, on the advice of a friend, the first thing I did out of the box was run Apple's diagnostic test. The test revealed a dead pixel. Apple was great about it and gave me a refund. But an exchange was not an option because they'd run out of the stock of that model.
Bottom line: these refurbs are great machines, but sometimes flaws go undetected. So do what you can to check it out when it arrives. In reality, that advice applies to any laptop you buy.
I ended up buying another refurb and it served me well until I served it poorly. I dropped it and killed the screen.
Bottom line: these refurbs are great machines, but sometimes flaws go undetected. So do what you can to check it out when it arrives. In reality, that advice applies to any laptop you buy.
I ended up buying another refurb and it served me well until I served it poorly. I dropped it and killed the screen.
Dont forget to factor in tax...
Dunno where you are in the world -- but for me here in CA tax is 9.25% -- so that $999 refurb is actually closer to $1100
However macconnection has the same MBP for $1120 after an rebate, with no extra tax.
For another $20, I'm getting new.
Dont get me wrong, I have bought several refurbs, and they have performed OK, but they arent always the most cost effective.
Dunno where you are in the world -- but for me here in CA tax is 9.25% -- so that $999 refurb is actually closer to $1100
However macconnection has the same MBP for $1120 after an rebate, with no extra tax.
For another $20, I'm getting new.
Dont get me wrong, I have bought several refurbs, and they have performed OK, but they arent always the most cost effective.