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Apple MacBook Pro 13" Touchbar (2017) 3.1GHz i5 8GB RAM 512GB SSD Space Gray (Refurbished)
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TL;DR: Get a feature-packed MacBook Pro for only $279.97 (reg. $1,499) through October 12.


Want a laptop that can keep up with all your multitasking? Whether you’re in need of a laptop for work or school, it’s pretty tough to beat the MacBook Pro. This device is Apple’s most powerful portable option, but there’s usually one big drawback — it comes with a sky-high price tag.

Right now, you can snag this 13-inch MacBook Pro model for only $279.97 (reg. $1,499) until October 12.

This MacBook Pro deal too good to pass up

If you’ve always wanted to get your hands on a MacBook Pro, but haven’t had thousands of dollars set aside to snag one, you’ll want to act fast. This MacBook Pro comes packed with an impressive 3.1GHz dual-core Intel Core i5 processor, and Turbo Boost capabilities that enable processing speeds up to 3.5GHz.

All that power doesn’t come with a lot of weight — this device weighs in at just 3.02 pounds. You can get everything done on the 13.3-inch retina display, which features 2560×1600 pixels and 500 nits brightness. With 512GB of storage, you have plenty of room to save important files right on the device, too.

This particular model includes some of Apple’s coolest features — like the Touch Bar, which offers customization and shortcuts right at the top of your keyboard. Speaking of that keyboard, it’s backlit and includes a butterfly mechanism for responsive typing. And a Force Touch trackpad offers precise cursor control.

The 10-hour battery life can last through the workday, and if you need to connect and charge, four Thunderbolt 3 ports are available.

You’re saving more than $1,200 thanks to this model’s grade A refurbished status. That means it will arrive in near-mint condition, with virtually no signs of prior use, while you enjoy a deep discount.

Bring home a MacBook Pro for only $279.97 (reg. $1,499) through October 12, while supplies last.

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