So where to purchase from

[abeld61014]

So i guess ive decided on getting the base 13 inch model as it is all i require, and im reluctant to spend big on this line, preferring to wait for the new redesign next year before forking out the big bucks as waiting is not an issue.

1) If i expand the RAM to 8GB myself do i void my entire warrantee which im not prepared to do so in that case is it worth paying apple to increase for me or is there little difference for someone who is mainly word processing, surfing the web and listening to music/watching fillms.

2) Where to purchase from ? Now i know my friends before have got great deals from an apple store itself eg free nano with purchase of a mac, if this is not the case is it ok to order online for example if i have a problem will i have to send it back to them onlione or can i take it into a genius bar.

Thanks and apologies for my lack of knowledge.

 

[dlimes13]

1. No, it will not void the warranty, and for what you do, you don't really need the RAM upgrade anyway.

2. The cheapest place online is MacMall (with 3% AppleInsider discount). They are an authorized Apple Reseller and you can still take it to your nearest Apple Store to a Genius for service if need be. As long as it's under warranty, it does not matter where you purchase from, Apple will service it. The cheapest place overall is Micro Center ($999 for the base). Either way, I'd hold off for a few days until either of those places have the refreshed model from today in stock. Get more for your buck and don't purchase from Apple, when you can save around $150-$200 depending on the place. If you live near a Micro Center, get it from there.

 

[gorskiegangsta]

1) According to Apple, upgrading RAM yourself won't void your warranty

2) The "Back-to-school sale" (where Apple offers a "free gift" or a gift card) for 2011 is over. You can, however, get a $100 education discount by going here: or here. I would recommend you buy it from an official Apple outlet (i.e. Apple.com or one of Apple's retail stores) If you buy it online at Apple.com you'll still be able to bring it in to any genius bar for repairs.

 

[abeld61014]

Sound advice, however i live in the UK which might present a problem hmmm

 

[dlimes13]

Then ordering online is your best bet. Wait until MacMall.com updates to the refreshed model, then go here http://www.appleinsider.com/mac_price_guide/ to get the best price. Should be $1,091 (US) shipped, no tax, free shipping, Apple Authorized.

 

[abeld61014]

Then ordering online is your best bet. Wait until MacMall.com updates to the refreshed model, then go here http://www.appleinsider.com/mac_price_guide/ to get the best price. Should be $1,091 (US) shipped, no tax, free shipping, Apple Authorized.

This looks to be the best option, thanks for the advice !

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Then ordering online is your best bet. Wait until MacMall.com updates to the refreshed model, then go here http://www.appleinsider.com/mac_price_guide/ to get the best price. Should be $1,091 (US) shipped, no tax, free shipping, Apple Authorized.

I just contacted Macmall, they unfortunately do not deliver to the UK, back to square one !

 

[gorskiegangsta]

Sound advice, however i live in the UK which might present a problem hmmm

No problem. Just go to Apple education store UK. You can get £59.40 discount on the base 13" model.

 

[abeld61014]

No problem. Just go to Apple education store UK. You can get £59.40 discount on the base 13" model.

Cant understand why it is cheaper here and without even asking what institution i am at, as it stands i have already graduated university but currently enrolled at a college course anyway.