If you do get serious, seriously consider looking at the 'special deals' section on the Apple Store website. The base model sells new for $999, the same model as a refurb sells for $849. Other sizes and configs about the same relationship.
These are the current production models, all come with the 1 year new warranty, and are eligible for AppleCare. The only difference that I can tell between the new and refurb (other than price) is the box it comes in.
Most of the Apple gear I've bought over the years has been refurbs and I've never gotten a dud, but did save a few bucks.
Lloyd
On Feb 24, 2011, at 11:07 AM, Rob DeSanno wrote:
> I'm so tempted to buy one finally.
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