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expiredscootergolf posted Mar 15, 2024 06:17 PM
expiredscootergolf posted Mar 15, 2024 06:17 PM

Apple MacBook Air 13.3" Laptop: M1 Chip, 2560x1600, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD

(Costco Members) + Free Shipping

$650

$850

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Costco Wholesale has for their Members: Apple MacBook Air 13.3" Laptop for $649.99. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Community Member scootergolf for finding this deal.

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Specs/Key Features:
  • Apple M1 Chip 8-core CPU + 7-Core GPU
  • 13.3" 2560x1600 Retina IPS LCD Display
  • 256GB Solid State Drive
  • 8GB LPDDR4X RAM
  • 802.11ax Wi-Fi 6 + Bluetooth 5.0
  • Integrated 720p FaceTime HD Camera
  • Backlit Magic Keyboard with Force Touch Trackpad
  • macOS Big Sur 11.0
  • Weight: 2.8 lbs
  • Ports
    • 2x Thunderbolt 3/ USB 4 Ports

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Written by SubZero5 | Staff
  • About this deal:
  • About this product:
    • 2-year warranty
    • Rating of 4.8 from over 2,600 Costco customer reviews.
  • Additional note:
    • Please see the original post for additional details & give the WIKI and additional forum comments a read for helpful discussion.

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Written by scootergolf
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Costco Wholesale has for their Members: Apple MacBook Air 13.3" Laptop for $649.99. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Community Member scootergolf for finding this deal.

Available Colors:
Specs/Key Features:
  • Apple M1 Chip 8-core CPU + 7-Core GPU
  • 13.3" 2560x1600 Retina IPS LCD Display
  • 256GB Solid State Drive
  • 8GB LPDDR4X RAM
  • 802.11ax Wi-Fi 6 + Bluetooth 5.0
  • Integrated 720p FaceTime HD Camera
  • Backlit Magic Keyboard with Force Touch Trackpad
  • macOS Big Sur 11.0
  • Weight: 2.8 lbs
  • Ports
    • 2x Thunderbolt 3/ USB 4 Ports

Editor's Notes

Written by SubZero5 | Staff
  • About this deal:
  • About this product:
    • 2-year warranty
    • Rating of 4.8 from over 2,600 Costco customer reviews.
  • Additional note:
    • Please see the original post for additional details & give the WIKI and additional forum comments a read for helpful discussion.

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deThalion
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As someone who has 3 different laptops from work including 16 m1 max with 64gb of RAM and 14 inch m1 pro with 32 GB of RAM, this 13 inch one is the one I'm constantly bringing around with me when I travel or work from coffee shops.

Absolutely amazing machine: I used to have issues with 50+ tabs in Firefox but then switched to Edge and the performance is back to perfect.

Anything from Photoshop to Excel to Davinci resolve works perfectly fine on this machine, but you need to be careful with browser tabs or use some decent browser that's good at managing memory.

Light, portable (probably the best form factor out of all recent Macs) and pretty capable overall
yomomsmeta
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wow nice. if only they sold the 16gb version
ImaPuppy
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Glad these look like they've finally dropped under $700. What an insanely good value retention by Apple even after 2 years.

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Mar 15, 2024 08:30 PM
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spec2Mar 15, 2024 08:30 PM
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Quote from nicnesc :
Do I need to get apple care for this product or Costco's 2 year warranty is ok?
Personally I never buy Apple Care and I have tons of Apple products including a laptop and desktop. 2 years coverage is fine. If something happens after 2 years then it's likely a wide-spread defect in which case Apple is always shamed or class-actioned into extending the warranty on the defective part.
Mar 15, 2024 08:32 PM
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Depechemode101Mar 15, 2024 08:32 PM
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$650 is ok, but it's starting to show its age with these specs. I feel like I got mine for $800 2 years ago. I would hope they're $499 by the end of the year. Still does all basic stuff very well, gave it to my college daughter last year.
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Mar 15, 2024 08:33 PM
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AquamxMar 15, 2024 08:33 PM
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Quote from NervousGoat199 :

I'd use a 3% on online purchases card like the BoA Customized Cash or Amex BCE.
I'm not sure where you've been, but Costco has been ending its relationship with AMEX since 2016.
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Mar 15, 2024 08:34 PM
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getlifeoutMar 15, 2024 08:34 PM
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All model OOS
Mar 15, 2024 08:34 PM
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spec2Mar 15, 2024 08:34 PM
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Quote from lesterhung :
1. regular users won't notice a 3 yr old PC with 16GB/512GB neither.
2. same for PC. if you are just browsing the web.
3. You can get 3 yr old PC with same quality for that if not much lower. But the kicker is, you get way better specs on PC.​
I have a few sub $800 Windows 11 certified laptops including a MS Surface Laptop Go and Acer Aspire. 100% disagree on all points. Not going to debate it. Res Ipsa loquitur.
Last edited by spec2 March 15, 2024 at 02:36 PM.
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Mar 15, 2024 08:37 PM
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NervousGoat199Mar 15, 2024 08:37 PM
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Quote from Aquamx :
I'm not sure where you've been, but Costco has been ending its relationship with AMEX since 2016.
Costco online accepts any card besides Amex. In store is Visa only.
Last edited by NervousGoat199 March 15, 2024 at 02:42 PM.
Mar 15, 2024 08:44 PM
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hottieMar 15, 2024 08:44 PM
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Earlier it showed out of stock. I just refreshed and saw the add to cart button enabled and bought one.

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Mar 15, 2024 08:49 PM
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ZeloMar 15, 2024 08:49 PM
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Quote from hottie :
Earlier it showed out of stock. I just refreshed and saw the add to cart button enabled and bought one.
Thanks I'll keep trying refreshing.

Does anyone know an easy Chrome/Firefox extension that will check CostCo.com and email me when it comes back in stock?
Mar 15, 2024 08:54 PM
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skycriesmaryMar 15, 2024 08:54 PM
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Quote from hottie :
Earlier it showed out of stock. I just refreshed and saw the add to cart button enabled and bought one.
Nice! I tried, had it in cart then OOS before completing checkout.
Mar 15, 2024 08:59 PM
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Newyorker1905Mar 15, 2024 08:59 PM
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Quote from spec2 :
Personally I never buy Apple Care and I have tons of Apple products including a laptop and desktop. 2 years coverage is fine. If something happens after 2 years then it's likely a wide-spread defect in which case Apple is always shamed or class-actioned into extending the warranty on the defective part.
Thank you. I purchased this Macbook Air from Costco 2 hours ago. I also purchased Apple Care after my son recommended it. After your comment I tried to cancel the Apple Care but Costco has my Macbook Air and Apple Care under the same order so I can't cancel it without cancelling my Apple Care. Do you or anybody else know how I can return Apple Care after I receive my Macbook Air?
Mar 15, 2024 09:05 PM
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ZeloMar 15, 2024 09:05 PM
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Some CostCo B&M's have these in stock but at higher prices, my local CostCo does NOT PM their own website. YMMV of course.

Space Gray Item 1481769 $749.99
Silver Item 1481771 $949.99

Quote from mjthomas :
Thank you, OP. I bought this in gold for $750 less than a month ago. I called Costco today and was refunded the difference.
Thanks I might attempt this as my CostCo B&M has about 2 dozen space gray's in stock but priced at $749.99, they will not PM against their own website. Hopefully I can contact customer service and get $100 refund of difference.

Quote from petetimms609 :
Any chance this is cheaper in warehouse?
Good news: It may be in stock at your local warehouse.
Bad news: They probably will not price match against CostCo.com but you may be able to contact customer service and get a refund of the difference.

Quote from NervousGoat199 :
This is a very good deal especially with the 2nd year warranty covered by Costco.

I'd use a 3% on online purchases card like the BoA Customized Cash or Amex BCE.
Agreed and speaking of warranties, make sure to purchase using a credit card that offers free 1 year extended warranty. The Citi Costco extended warranty is no longer, RIP.

Quote from changkoh :
Instacart shows many in stock. For gold color in my area. I'd check the app first and drop by locally
Space gray is in stock near me but at higher prices, does Instacart reflect the lower prices in your area?

Space Gray Item 1481769 $749.99
Silver Item 1481771 $949.99
Mar 15, 2024 09:12 PM
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MellowShoe8104Mar 15, 2024 09:12 PM
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Quote from oppayah :
Apple website still shows only M2 for Macbook Air
Incorrect
Mar 15, 2024 09:13 PM
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MellowShoe8104Mar 15, 2024 09:13 PM
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Quote from lesterhung :
1. regular users won't notice a 3 yr old PC with 16GB/512GB neither.
2. same for PC. if you are just browsing the web.
3. You can get 3 yr old PC with same quality for that if not much lower. But the kicker is, you get way better specs on PC.​
Incorrect on 3.
Mar 15, 2024 09:18 PM
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FaithfulMustang5057Mar 15, 2024 09:18 PM
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Oops double posted sorry

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Mar 15, 2024 09:19 PM
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FaithfulMustang5057Mar 15, 2024 09:19 PM
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Quote from lesterhung :
1. regular users won't notice a 3 yr old PC with 16GB/512GB neither.
2. same for PC. if you are just browsing the web.
3. You can get 3 yr old PC with same quality for that if not much lower. But the kicker is, you get way better specs on PC.​
pc laptops of the same quality as apple do not exist at any price
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