When can I get a Macbook at a low price?

[ioad]

I am interested in buying the $1,299.00, 13 inch, macbook soon. When can I get them at a lower price? In other words, when's the price of macbook dropping?

 

[EricNau]

Apple's prices rarely drop. New models are introduced at the same price (with better features) and past models mysteriously disappear from the shelves.

Although, after a new release you may be able to find discounted former models at an Apple reseller.

Or, there's always the refurbished Apple Store.

 

[Sun Baked]

Considering they just updated them, Apple might have a clearance on old stock in 4-6 months.

 

[danny_w]

Often the previous model prices drop in the refurb store online when a new model is introduced. I got my 2.0Ghz black mb right after the 2.16Ghz models were introduced (original cost $1499, my cost $1049).

EDIT: It has been $1299 the day before.