{"id":9120,"date":"2023-02-26T11:01:42","date_gmt":"2023-02-26T11:01:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gustavopineda.com\/?p=9120"},"modified":"2023-02-26T11:01:42","modified_gmt":"2023-02-26T11:01:42","slug":"feb-26-refurbished-macbook-pro","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gustavopineda.com\/?p=9120","title":{"rendered":"Spend less than $500 on a MacBook Pro"},"content":{"rendered":"<div><imgsrc=\"\" alt=\"macbook pro with orange gradient background\"><\/p>\n<p><strong>TL;DR<\/strong>: As of Feb. 26, you can score a <a href=\"https:\/\/zdcs.link\/mlX8K\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">refurbished MacBook Pro (Intel Core i5, 8GB RAM, 128GB HDD)<\/a> for $480.99 \u2014\u00a0that&#8217;s 65% in savings from its $1,399 MSRP.<\/p>\n<hr>\n<p>Shopping for a <a href=\"https:\/\/zdcs.link\/mlX8K\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">reliable laptop on a budget<\/a> isn\u2019t the easiest thing in the world. Being a fan of Apple devices probably doesn\u2019t make it any easier, but it\u2019s not impossible. The trick is to shop for refurbished computers like this MacBook Pro. Normally, it would cost $1,399, but you can get it for just $480.99 for a limited time.\u00a0<\/p>\n<h2>Shop for a refurbished MacBook\u00a0<\/h2>\n<p>Just because this MacBook Pro is marked down, doesn\u2019t mean it\u2019s not in great condition. It has a \u201cB\u201d refurbished rating, meaning you might notice some light scuffs or scratches, but nothing that will limit how the device actually runs, and there\u2019s a lot you could do with this versatile laptop.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Stream your favorite movies, shows, and <a href=\"https:\/\/mashable.com\/deals\/dec-9-curiosity-stream-subscription\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">documentaries<\/a> on the 13.3-inch HD Retina Display in stunning color rendered by the Intel Iris Plus Graphics 640 GPU. You could even play some games, though the 2.5GHz Intel Core i5 processor may not be up to the highest performance for some modern games.\u00a0<\/p>\n<div class=\"mx-auto mt-8 w-full max-w-4xl\">\n<div id=\"video-container-r6BY-EBQ_Pw\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>If you\u2019re looking for a <a href=\"https:\/\/zdcs.link\/mlX8K\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">laptop to use for work<\/a>, then this one could be a good fit. It comes with 8GB RAM for smooth multitasking, and the 128GB HDD gives you lots of room for locally stored files or apps. Connect another device via Bluetooth for quick wireless file transfers. Remote workers and students might particularly enjoy the battery, which could last up to 10 hours on a single charge. A charger is included with your purchase, but you can also use any <a href=\"https:\/\/mashable.com\/deals\/feb-15-incharge-x-charging-cable\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">compatible USB-C cable<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n<h2>Get a MacBook Pro for under $500<\/h2>\n<p>Need an upgrade from your old computer? A budget friendly alternative to buying brand-new is to shop for refurbished devices. This <a href=\"https:\/\/zdcs.link\/mlX8K\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">refurbished Apple MacBook Pro<\/a> could be a good match for professionals, students, or anyone who wants a reliable laptop for everyday use, and you can get it for just $480.99 (reg. $1,399).\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><em>Prices subject to change.<\/em><\/p>\n<div class=\"flex flex-col mx-auto mt-8 mb-16 max-w-3xl font-sans md:flex-row\">\n<div class=\"mx-auto w-64 md:mx-0 md:w-1\/3\">\n                    <a class=\"block group\" href=\"https:\/\/zdcs.link\/mlX8K\" data-ga-action=\"product_image\" data-ga-label=\"image\" data-ga-item=\"image\" data-ga-element=\"offer\" data-ga-module=\"deal-card\" data-ga-click><br \/>\n                                    <img class=\"w-full\"src=\"\" alt=\"macbook pro\" width=\"256\" height=\"192\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"block relative mx-14 group-hover:visible tooltip\">\n                    <span class=\"absolute invisible p-1 mt-2 text-xs text-center text-white group-hover:visible tooltiptext bg-gray-600\/0 group-hover:bg-gray-600\/100\"><br \/>\n                        Opens in a new tab<br \/>\n                    <\/span>\n                <\/div>\n<p>            <\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"mt-2 leading-none text-left\">\n                                    <span class=\"pr-5 mt-1 text-xs text-gray-600 capitalize subtitle-2\">Credit: Apple<\/span>\n                            <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"pl-0 mt-3 w-full md:pl-8 md:mt-0 md:w-2\/3\">\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/zdcs.link\/mlX8K\" class=\"block mb-5 text-xl font-bold leading-8 text-center md:text-2xl md:text-left hover:underline text-secondary-300\" data-ga-action=\"offer-title\" data-ga-item=\"title\" data-ga-element=\"offer\" data-ga-module=\"deal-card\" data-ga-label=\"Refurbished MacBook Pro (Intel Core i5, 8GB RAM, 128GB HDD)\" data-ga-click><br \/>\n            Refurbished MacBook Pro (Intel Core i5, 8GB RAM, 128GB HDD)<br \/>\n            <span class=\"sr-only\">(opens in a new tab)<\/span><br \/>\n        <\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"font-sans text-base font-bold leading-6 text-center md:text-lg md:text-left text-coolgray-900\">$480.99 at the Mashable Shop<\/div>\n<p>                <a class=\"font-bold leading-6 text-center hover:underline\" href=\"https:\/\/zdcs.link\/mlX8K\" target=\"_blank\" data-ga-action=\"buy-link\" data-ga-item=\"buy-button\" data-ga-label=\"$text\" data-ga-element=\"offer\" data-ga-module=\"deal-card\" data-ga-click rel=\"noopener\"><br \/>\n            <button class=\"inline-block px-5 mt-3 w-full font-sans text-base font-bold tracking-wide md:w-auto md:text-lg btn btn-secondary\">Get Deal<\/button><br \/>\n            <span class=\"sr-only\">(opens in a new tab)<\/span><br \/>\n        <\/a>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>TL;DR: As of Feb. 26, you can score a refurbished MacBook Pro (Intel Core i5, 8GB RAM, 128GB HDD) for $480.99 \u2014\u00a0that&#8217;s 65% in savings from its $1,399 MSRP. 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