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What are the advantages of buying a Mac at an Apple Store?
I'm trying to determine if it's better to purchase a Mac from an Apple Store or from a separate retailer. Beyond the hands on and focused purchase experience are there long term advantages derived ...
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iPad buyer's regret
If someone is amazed by the new iPad that Apple announced today, but recently bought an iPad 2 from an Apple Store, is it too late? Could that person return the previous iPad purchase in order to be ...
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Do refurbished Macs come in the standard boxes when ordered from the online store
Do refurbished Macs come in the standard boxes when ordered from the online store?
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Do Apple Geniuses check if computers are “lost” with iCloud's Find My Mac before performing firmware password resets?
Firmware password protection1 is nice, but would the Genius Bar actually mind my "lost" status noted online if my computer ends up in a store to reset the firmware password (which is the easiest ...
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Is it possible to use an Apple gift card toward repairs?
I have a gift card whose balance should just about exactly cover the cost of some repairs Apple is doing on my computer. Is it possible to spend a gift card on repairs? I assume so, but I cannot find ...
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Is there a human-readable summary of Apple's Terms and Conditions?
Just went to update my apps on my iPhone and it looks like Apple have updated their Terms and Conditions and Apple Privacy Policy. It's currently at 62 pages!
Has anyone read it thoroughly and can ...
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Is it possible to buy an iPhone from Apple without a plan?
I'm really interested in purchasing an iPhone, but I'm usually in a Wi-Fi area, so I don't see a reason to waste money on a plan I don't need. Is there any way I can buy an iPhone through Apple ...
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Are 17" MacBook Pro for sale by Apple?
I have a 2010 Macbook Pro 17"
It does not have a Thunderbolt port. I believe about a year ago Apple released a 17" that had a thunderbolt port. I was thinking about upgrading to a newer 17" model but ...
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Is it possible to purchase hardware using my Apple ID credit?
I know that I can purchase apps, music, movies etc. using the credit that's on my Apple ID. But is it also possible to purchase hardware from the online Apple Store, using that same credit on my Apple ...
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publishing similar apps on apple store [closed]
I am an indiviual developer (I also have a company too).
Some of our clients want to publish apps that can support their business. We have created a template app for one of the customers, and for ...
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Historically, how long does it take for MBP/MBA to reach the refurbished store after release?
From the previous releases of the MacBook Air and MacBook Pro, how long is the gap between the devices being released and appearing on the Apple refurbished website?
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How does Apple's two year warranty in Europe work?
The EU has recently forced Apple to abide to the two-year warranty period mandated there. As I understand it, this is not a maker warranty, but a retailer warranty, so to keep things simple, assume ...
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Should I buy from an Apple Store, a reseller, or online?
Does it matter where I purchase an Apple product (Macbook Pro), or will I get essentially the same product with the same level of support no matter where I buy it?
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What did 3rd Party Accessories sell for on Black Friday last year (2011) at the Apple Store? [closed]
Not sure if this was the appropriate place to ask, but it is Apple related so here we go:
This is Apple's 2nd year of doing Black Friday sales, does anyone have any information on what 3rd party ...
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How often does Apple.com update their refurbished stock?
How often does Apple.com update their refurbished stock? Is there a schedule, is it based upon product availability, or a combination of the two?
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Broken keyboard: Apple store policy?
One of the keys on my keyboard is non-responsive after cleaning it. I want to get the keyboard repaired rather than buy a new one. What is the Apple store policy for keyboard repairs? My iMac is out ...
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How should I prep a laptop for a return?
I'm returning a Macbook Air I purchased last week at an Apple Store (not because I don't like it, I just need a bit more screen real estate) and I want to make sure I put it in an acceptable state. ...
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Securing my data when recycling iPod at the Apple Store
I'd like to get a new iPod touch, I'd also like to not have to re-input all my contacts and notes (don't mind clearing out the apps) but I want to make sure of two things before I go in and take ...
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Educational discount policy at Apple and international student [closed]
I would like to know the discount amount available for educational at Apple stores and how does this apply cross-country.
Is the educational discount valid for refurbished products?
For example, if ...
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Where, in India, can I buy a 2012 Macbook Air? [closed]
I want to buy a 2012 Macbook Air (first timer!) but unfortunately it looks like almost all Apple Shops (resellers) around where I live only have old versions. One of these places even has the balls to ...
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I can't access apple.com from my Macbook
For some reason I cannot access apple.com from my MacBook since last week. Was Lion at that time, so I thought updating to Mountain might help, but no luck. Also a full reset and back to original ...
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How to get money back from cancelled apple store order (visa)?
Apple has cancelled my order on the the 5th of March. Today is 12th of March and I still haven't got my money back. What should I do in this case?
I'm using visa card.
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Apple computers model name identification and getting detailed specs?
I'm about to buy a MacBook Pro Customized Model, its model name and number is MD831/LLA.
When I google it, I couldnt find anything from a trusted apple source.
Specifications of the model is as ...
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How can I see a list of my reviews in iPad Apple Store?
I want to see a list of my rewiews so I can keep track of apps I have reviewed and perhaps share them to my friends. So, how can I preview my reviews, i.e. the feedback, feature-request and such ...
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Is my iPhone model number MC922LL/A unlocked or locked?
I have seen that there are many other model numbers of iPhone 4S's, but I have not seen any info about model number MC922ll/A
Is an iPhone 4S of this model unlocked or locked to a specific mobile ...
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Apple in-store configuration options (for a MacBook Air)
Does someone know if the top 13" MB Air model (the one with 256GB SSD and a 1.8 i5 if I remember correctly) is physically sold (in Apple Stores) also with the RAM upgraded to 8 gigs? Or is only it an ...
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Is it possible for a broken iSight cable to prevent a 2009 Macbook Pro from booting?
OK I took a 2009 MBP to the Apple Store/Genius to get looked at as basically it was only getting to the white screen with apple logo. I was pretty sure the hard drive had died, so I left the MBP with ...
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How to contact directly Apple about Scams in iPad Apple Store?
How can I contact Apple directly? At what times can I do so?
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Have Apple ceased selling Mac Pros in the UK?
I thought I'd look into the specs and price of a modern Mac Pro here in the UK, but there's no mention of them on the official Apple website. Stranger still, they're listed where you'd expect them to ...
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Reviewing Apple Store apps anonymously?
I have tested many apps and I would like to review them in Apple Store. I use iPad. I don't want to review apps under the account my credit card is tied to. How can I review apps anonymously?
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How often Apple retail stores refill stocks? [closed]
I want to buy a new iPad as gift, and I need it in within one week. So I cannot wait the 1-2 weeks shipping time from the online Apple store. But the local retail Apple store is out of stock. I wonder ...
