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Daily Record
6 days ago
- Business
- Daily Record
Hundreds of Apple fans snap up MacBook Pro for just £139 in fast-selling deal
MacBooks don't usually come cheap but Wowcher is currently offering a major bargain The MacBook Pro is the pinnacle of Apple's laptop offerings. It is the machine of choice for those who favour a portable device for serious work. However, these high-performance machines don't come cheap, with prices starting at £1,599 for the most basic new model and soaring to a whopping £7,349 for the top-of-the-range version. However, budget-conscious buyers can save over a grand on a MacBook Pro by opting for an older model. While it may not handle heavy video editing tasks like the M4 Pro, the older i5 chip is more than capable of managing everyday administrative tasks such as emails and document creation. This bargain can be found on Wowcher, where a refurbished i5 MacBook Pro is currently on offer for just £139. Since the deal went live, over 1,800 shoppers have snapped up the device, which comes with a 48-hour delivery option for those in a rush. With 256GB of storage, there's ample space for a few documents or some light photo editing. The 4GB of RAM might fill up quickly if you're running multiple heavy-duty programmes simultaneously, but it's perfect for ticking off basic tasks while on the move. This model even boasts several creature comforts that newer versions still feature, such as the MagSafe charger that stops the laptop from being damaged when someone trips over the cable. It also comes with a comprehensive range of ports, including multiple USB 3s, Thunderbolt and a full-sized SD card slot, reports the Manchester Evening News. Wowcher is selling these laptops as refurbished units, meaning they've been owned by other users beforehand. However, they've been restored by professionals so while they may still show some signs of cosmetic wear, they still function just as they did straight out of the box. If you are looking to get a brand new device, the most affordable MacBook that Apple produces is the Air M4, which you can presently snap up at Amazon for £899. Alternatively, a MacBook Pro featuring the M1 chip from 2021 will cost you £618 at BackMarket. Wowcher is flogging the refurbished MacBooks through Orion Computers, which boasts a 4.3 star rating on Trustpilot. One review states: "Purchased a refurbished MacBook Pro, minor issue with the screen, customer services sent a returns label promptly and replaced the machine within five days. Great value, will recommend." Another satisfied customer wrote: "Ordered a refurbished Chromebook. Honestly I wasn't expecting the very high quality I received! Amazing value for money and ready to start up. I cannot see where any repairs have been done, it is that good!" But not all customers had such positive experiences. One disgruntled shopper said: "Computer appears to be good. "However, the charger doesn't work and after emailing the company I've still heard nothing back from a week ago. Not quite the reaction I expected." Another lukewarm review read: "It's a real shame.. I bought a Lenovo chrome book from Wowcher. Arrived in great condition and worked fantastic. Only had it since October. All of a sudden it stopped working. I turn it on and all I have is a black screen." But an impressed five-star reviewer wrote: "Superb product and service. Both laptops look like new and are in excellent condition. Great packaging ensured safe arrival. Very pleased and will definitely use again." To get a refurbished i5 MacBook Pro from Wowcher for just £139, click HERE. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'.
Daily Record
14-05-2025
- Business
- Daily Record
Apple lovers can snap up powerful MacBook Pro for only £165 in fast-selling deal
Normally retailing for over £1,599 for a brand new model, fans are able to snag up a high range laptop for a bargain online. When looking for a new laptop, one of the first devices on many people's lists will be the MacBook Pro. Known for being one of the most powerful laptops created by Apple, this device is great for people in creative fields or for people who work remotely from home. With current prices for the newest models starting at an eye watering £1,599, shoppers who are looking for a bargain may be more inclined to purchase a refurbished version from a few years ago in order to get a cheaper model. At the moment, Wowcher is selling a MacBook Pro with an i5 processor for only £165. While this device may not be as up-to-date as the newest models, this laptop will be perfect for people on a budget who need a device to browse the internet and store their work. This deal provides shoppers with a MacBook Pro that is equipped with a 2.5GHx i5 processor that is powerful enough to tackle everyday tasks, reports Manchester Evening News. While a tablet may be able to do the same, a laptop is designed to be more durable and comes with a larger screen and keyboard to help easily complete tasks. This Macbook also comes with 256GB of storage, along with 4GB of RAM. While running multiple complicated tasks at once may be difficult, this laptop has plenty of space to store your documents and photos while also being able to work through some basic tasks. Additionally, this laptop is also compatible with the MagSafe charger for added convenience, as well as having a comprehensive set of ports - including a few USB 3s, Thunderbolt, and a full-sized SD card slot. It should be highlighted that Wowcher is selling these laptops as refurbished items, meaning that someone had previously owned the device. However, professionals have been tasked with restoring them so the only difference when they come out of the box is potentially some signs of cosmetic use. Out of the newest Macbooks to hit the market, the cheapest version is the Apple 2025 MacBook Air. Amazon has cut the price down to £899 (RRP £999) and the 13-inch laptop features the M4 chip and uses Apple Intelligence to make multitasking easier. Shoppers looking for a Pro edition, Argos is selling the Apple MacBook Pro 2024 for their lowest price of £1,499. Also boasting the M4 chip, this laptop is said to have a battery life of up to 24 hours and features a breathtaking Liquid Retina XDR display. And for those looking away from Apple, the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 Laptop is currently 25 per cent off on Amazon. Powered by 12th Gen Intel Core i5 processors and with 512GB of storage, it can be snapped up for £449.99, down from £599.99. For shoppers interested in the refurbished MacBook Pro, Wowcher sells the laptops via Orion Computers, which currently had a 4.3 star rating on Trustpilot. And they are selling fast, with over 1,700 people snapping up the deal. One user posted on Trustpilot: "Purchased a refurbed MacBook Pro, minor issue with the screen, customer services sent a returns label promptly and replaced the machine within 5 days. Great value, will recommend." Another reviewer added: "Ordered a refurbed Chromebook. Honestly I wasn't expecting the very high quality I received! Amazing value for money and ready to start up. I cannot see where any repairs have been done it is that good!" A third reviewer wrote: "Superb product and service. Both laptops look like new and are in excellent condition. Great packaging ensured safe arrival. Very pleased and will definitely use again." However, not everyone was pleased after their experience with the company. One said: "It's a real shame.. I brought a Lenovo chrome book from Wowcher. Arrived in great condition worked fantastic. Only had it since October. All of a sudden it stopped working. I turn it on and all I have is a black screen." Despite this, another happy customer wrote: "Superb product and service. Both laptops look like new and are in excellent condition. Great packaging ensured safe arrival. Very pleased and will definitely use again." For those wanting to buy a refurbished MacBook Pro with a i5 processor, click HERE. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'.
