Apple sells this for $179 on Apple.com, but here Apple sells it for $159?? Why do they do that? I was about to buy one on Apple for a gift and its $50 less, because of the extra $20 and tax. What gives? Apple sells this for $179 on Apple.com, but here Apple sells it for $159?? Why do they do that? I was about to buy one on Apple for a gift and its $50 less, because of the extra $20 and tax. What... » Read More Apple sells this for $179 on Apple.com, but here Apple sells it for $159?? Why do they do that? I was about to buy one on Apple for a gift and its $50 less, because of the extra $20 and tax. What gives? « Show Less
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I think the reason that Amazon is selling the 5th Generation iPod Nanos for $20 less than list is that there are newer (6th Generation) ones. (Note product titles which clearly indicate product generation.)On Apple's site, the only new iPod Nanos for sale are the 6th Generation ones. Any 5th Generation Nanos that you see there are refurbished ones.
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I don't know why they do that, but i am pretty sure that this happens with most products. Products are always cheaper on amazon!
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It's now 12/28/07. So what's the situation w/ leopard etc? Has any one ordered a macbook from Amazon since nov 25th 07?Amazon.com? What's the deal with not stating what OS comes with the Macbooks you are shipping out? It might be actually causing drop in Macbook sales for you guys. Get with it and state that 'yes they do come with Leopard now!' I'd rather purchase from Amazon (less scary return policy) but I might have to order from Macconnection.com as the price is the same (actually with them you don't have go thru the hassle of the rebate as their price reflects $100 discount) and their site clearly states that they do come with Leopard and iLife 08.... It's now 12/28/07. So what's the situation w/ leopard etc? Has any one ordered a macbook from Amazon since nov 25th 07?Amazon.com? What's the deal with not stating what OS comes with the Macbooks you are shipping out? It might be actually causing drop in Macbook sales for you guys. Get with it and state that 'yes they do come with Leopard now!' I'd rather purchase from Amazon (less scary return policy) but I might have to order from Macconnection.com as the price is the same (actually with them you don't have go thru the hassle of the rebate as their price reflects... » Read More It's now 12/28/07. So what's the situation w/ leopard etc? Has any one ordered a macbook from Amazon since nov 25th 07?Amazon.com? What's the deal with not stating what OS comes with the Macbooks you are shipping out? It might be actually causing drop in Macbook sales for you guys. Get with it and state that 'yes they do come with Leopard now!' I'd rather purchase from Amazon (less scary return policy) but I might have to order from Macconnection.com as the price is the same (actually with them you don't have go thru the hassle of the rebate as their price reflects $100 discount) and their site clearly states that they do come with Leopard and iLife 08.... « Show Less
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It's a mystery why Apple couldn't answer that for you as Apple tells all retailers what to charge for all their stuff. They can't decide to take a slimmer margin and drop the price, nor can they raise the price and make a bit more. Apple gives a few pennies leeway for discount stores like WalMart and Sam's Club, but they do give themselves an advantage. The difference isn't a couple of hundred, though. More like $50. Best Buy stores have iPads at the same pricepoint as Apple Stores, as does BestBuy.com.Apple also doesn't discount older products when new products come out, which is why last year's Macbook usually costs more and has fewer features and less power than this year's. It's a mystery why Apple couldn't answer that for you as Apple tells all retailers what to charge for all their stuff. They can't decide to take a slimmer margin and drop the price, nor can they raise the price and make a bit more. Apple gives a few pennies leeway for discount stores like WalMart and Sam's Club, but they do give themselves an advantage. The difference isn't a couple of hundred, though. More like $50. Best Buy stores have iPads at the same pricepoint as Apple Stores, as does BestBuy.com.Apple also doesn't discount older products when new products come out, which... » Read More It's a mystery why Apple couldn't answer that for you as Apple tells all retailers what to charge for all their stuff. They can't decide to take a slimmer margin and drop the price, nor can they raise the price and make a bit more. Apple gives a few pennies leeway for discount stores like WalMart and Sam's Club, but they do give themselves an advantage. The difference isn't a couple of hundred, though. More like $50. Best Buy stores have iPads at the same pricepoint as Apple Stores, as does BestBuy.com.Apple also doesn't discount older products when new products come out, which is why last year's Macbook usually costs more and has fewer features and less power than this year's. « Show Less
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List Price: $99.95Price: $79.95With Coupon: $69.95 & eligible for FREE Super Saver Shipping.You Save: $30.00 (30%)Promotion? Marketing? Apple pays the difference? who knows
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N. Bird, you are correct, according to an Apple rep who I spoke with on 12/2 after posting my reply to the original post. The other thing is, my customer sales person from Apple was able to offer me a 6% discount on the spot when I told them of the $50 differential between Amazon's price and theirs. I know!! Her response: "Yeah, not enough people ask for a discount when they call, but they should!" All told, with tax (from both the Apple store AND Amazon), I'd have saved $2 by buying from Amazon... Not worth it! I'm buying my iMac direct from Apple for peace of mind.
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I have been watching the price on amazon and it alwasy varied between 611 to 650. but all of sudden they raised it to $999, it doesnt make any sense to any one after looking at this. Are they trying to create a hype or just want to kill the product? whatever so it is not a wise decision in either way.
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yeah i gave up ... got one from apple today using a student discount. gonna sell the iTunes gift card on ebay. ends up being pretty close to the amazon deal
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That is not accurate. The price is as listed. It is actually 750 GB because of a replacement done by Apple through an AppleCare warranty. I can post a picture of the system information to validate this if you would like.
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Thank you for the update. Major bummer - Apple seems to be screwing Amazon and the other retailers by holding out inventory of the new iMacs from them. I don't want to wait another month + either, so I'll probably get one from the Apple store too, and suffer the $150 tax hit. Booooo to Apple on this one.
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There is no difference, people are selling this on eBay for $399.00 b/c they know that parents are desperate to get one for Xmas. These sellers are greedy!
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The seller should amend his previous answer. It is currently $14.99 + $3.99 shipping. For comparison, this product sells for $9.99 at Apple + free shipping. I just bought from Apple for nearly half the price.
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Because the seller is price gouging. My advice: don't buy it. No one pays MORE for old technology.
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I gave up on Amazon. Canceled my order (Preordered Feb 17th). I stopped by the local Apple store and picked one up that they had in stock. It sucks that i had to pay tax, but at least now i have it. I'm guessing Apple is to blame on this mess. It's seems that they're only selling them directly, and denying them to other stores like Amazon. :-/
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You (and I) might consider buying the laptop from Apple who has it in stock and buying the warranty and other accessories here. I don't know why amazon lists this if they never have it in stock and there isn't a reliable ship date estimate.
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Don't be stupid people, Amazon third party people sell it overpriced, there are other places that sell it for 69.99 or less, I can't say because then the resellers will buy it, but LOOK CAREFULLY.
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also, your observation is mistaken - This is not 2x the price of Apple's product, it is rather apple's product that is 2x the cost of this.
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you can buy the ipad at a lot of stores for 499 and with sales tax its still about 20 dollars cheaper.walmart,target,meijer and the apple store are all 499.thats where im going to buy it.i thought amazon was supposed to be cheaper than the retail stores.thats why i bought the prime membership.they could be selling a lot of these if they would just come down to 499