Updated
Updated · TechRadar · Jul 13
BackMarket Cuts Refurbished MacBook Air 13 M4 to $879 as Apple Raises New Model Prices
Updated
Updated · TechRadar · Jul 13

BackMarket Cuts Refurbished MacBook Air 13 M4 to $879 as Apple Raises New Model Prices

3 articles · Updated · TechRadar · Jul 13

Summary

  • $879 buys a refurbished Apple MacBook Air 13 M4 at BackMarket, a $120 discount from its $999 price and a cheaper alternative for students and other budget buyers.
  • Apple's recent price increases on some new MacBook models have widened the appeal of refurbished units, especially for shoppers weighing value against buying the latest release.
  • BackMarket says the laptop has been professionally checked for the display, keyboard, battery health and charger, and includes a 30-day return policy plus a one-year warranty.
  • The M4 model launched last year and was only recently replaced; it keeps the same design, keyboard and display as the newer version, with the main changes being internal upgrades.

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