Does Amazon ship it with Leopard? Anyone bought any Macbooks from Amazon in the last week or so (specifically after Leopard was released)? If so, did you receive it with Leopard pre-installed?Yes, the upgrade offer from Apple is very inexpensive, but I just don't want to deal with having to install Tiger and then upgrade to Leopard everytime I need to re-install the OS (and not to mention having to do the same for iLife, etc).I did try to get help from Amazon, and after all futile efforts, they finally agreed to check it on the box in their warehouse, but its been 2+ days and there is no response yet. Apple is unable to help either, obviously.Response greatly appreciated! Does Amazon ship it with Leopard? Anyone bought any Macbooks from Amazon in the last week or so (specifically after Leopard was released)? If so, did you receive it with Leopard pre-installed? » Read More Does Amazon ship it with Leopard? Anyone bought any Macbooks from Amazon in the last week or so (specifically after Leopard was released)? If so, did you receive it with Leopard pre-installed?Yes, the upgrade offer from Apple is very inexpensive, but I just don't want to deal with having to install Tiger and then upgrade to Leopard everytime I need to re-install the OS (and not to mention having to do the same for iLife, etc).I did try to get help from Amazon, and after all futile efforts, they finally agreed to check it on the box in their warehouse, but its been 2+ days and there is no response yet. Apple is unable to help either, obviously.Response greatly appreciated! « Show Less
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I just received my MacBook today, and was disappointed to find that it had tiger installed, not leopard. I was under the impression that leopard would already be in it. looks like I would have to pay another $100-plus to purchase it. If you have any luck from Amazon, please let me know.
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have you got an answer yet? I'm also in teh same position and i get no answer.
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It's now 12/28/07. So what's the situation w/ leopard etc? Has any one ordered a macbook from Amazon since nov 25th 07?Amazon.com? What's the deal with not stating what OS comes with the Macbooks you are shipping out? It might be actually causing drop in Macbook sales for you guys. Get with it and state that 'yes they do come with Leopard now!' I'd rather purchase from Amazon (less scary return policy) but I might have to order from Macconnection.com as the price is the same (actually with them you don't have go thru the hassle of the rebate as their price reflects $100 discount) and their site clearly states that they do come with Leopard and iLife 08.... It's now 12/28/07. So what's the situation w/ leopard etc? Has any one ordered a macbook from Amazon since nov 25th 07?Amazon.com? What's the deal with not stating what OS comes with the Macbooks you are shipping out? It might be actually causing drop in Macbook sales for you guys. Get with it and state that 'yes they do come with Leopard now!' I'd rather purchase from Amazon (less scary return policy) but I might have to order from Macconnection.com as the price is the same (actually with them you don't have go thru the hassle of the rebate as their price reflects... » Read More It's now 12/28/07. So what's the situation w/ leopard etc? Has any one ordered a macbook from Amazon since nov 25th 07?Amazon.com? What's the deal with not stating what OS comes with the Macbooks you are shipping out? It might be actually causing drop in Macbook sales for you guys. Get with it and state that 'yes they do come with Leopard now!' I'd rather purchase from Amazon (less scary return policy) but I might have to order from Macconnection.com as the price is the same (actually with them you don't have go thru the hassle of the rebate as their price reflects $100 discount) and their site clearly states that they do come with Leopard and iLife 08.... « Show Less
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If you haven't discovered yet, you should be looking at the macbooks with a "/b" appended to the model number. These are listed separately at amazon and have the latest software and cpu. An example would be MB061LL/B.
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Not sure, it would depend on when they got there stock in. If you want it shipped with Leopard you need to go through the Apple store or someone that you can ask. I know all ours are shipping with Leopard. You could call Amazon and ask again, Good Luck
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Not true, you can upgrade to Leopard for $9.95 through Apple if you bought the Tiger Macbook between Oct. 1 and Dec. 29! Go to Apple's website and submit your Macbook serial number to qualify for the $10 upgrade to Leopard!
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You should not have to pay if you just got the macbook. Go to Apple's website enter in your serial number and you should be able to get it for $9.99, same for iLife 08. If you have any further trouble I can help you out. Just email me at made4me@mac.com.Good Luck
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You should check with apple, i also got tiger installed, but the leopard os was on the small black box, after their announcement they should be shipping with it and you shouldnt have to pay not even 10 dollars for that
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It is as new as you get straight from the Apple store. I have purchased 3 mac computer and accessories all from Amazon and have always been very happy. This reseller even shipped it to my residence out of my normal residence and got it in two days.
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It really seems to depend on where your iMac is shipped from. I ordered mine on January 29, 2007 and it arrived with Tiger installed. No Leopard disc was included. I contacted Amazon and they referred me to Apple. In the end, Amazon refunded me the money to purchase Leopard and iLife '08.My order shipped from Cincinnati, OH.
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if you can't wait without having the computer i would definitely wait....who knows what Macworld is going to bring us. I have been waiting since August to buy a MBP or MB (first, it was leopard and now i have been fine living without one so I might as well see what's new.)
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I am the current owner of this MacBook. I used it during school but my current job has purchased me a newer version to use so I no longer have a need for it. There is no guarantee other than what Amazon may offer and I can offer free shipping if you would like. I won't sell the machine for $300 as I can get almost $500 for a trade-in through Amazon and they don't account for the new, larger 750 gb hard drive that Apple replaced in year 3 of ownership of this computer owner through AppleCare
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I just had the same problem, but no one seems to have offered you helpful advice. I'll put myself on your "receive e-mail when new posts are made," because I'm NOT a techie and the idea of someone walking me through what needs to be done sounds like the answer to a prayer. (Step by step, please, someone!) But I do think I know what my problem is -- I have the new Leopard operating system, and apparently I need to install some update before it will be compatible. I looked at the directions on how to do THAT, and they are beyond me. Maybe my husband, who is better than this sort of thing than I, can help me. If you have the same operating system, you may need to go the same path. I just had the same problem, but no one seems to have offered you helpful advice. I'll put myself on your "receive e-mail when new posts are made," because I'm NOT a techie and the idea of someone walking me through what needs to be done sounds like the answer to a prayer. (Step by step, please, someone!) But I do think I know what my problem is -- I have the new Leopard operating system, and apparently I need to install some update before it will be compatible. I looked at the directions on how to do THAT, and they are beyond me. Maybe my husband, who is better than this sort of... » Read More I just had the same problem, but no one seems to have offered you helpful advice. I'll put myself on your "receive e-mail when new posts are made," because I'm NOT a techie and the idea of someone walking me through what needs to be done sounds like the answer to a prayer. (Step by step, please, someone!) But I do think I know what my problem is -- I have the new Leopard operating system, and apparently I need to install some update before it will be compatible. I looked at the directions on how to do THAT, and they are beyond me. Maybe my husband, who is better than this sort of thing than I, can help me. If you have the same operating system, you may need to go the same path. « Show Less
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I got one of these just a few days ago (Jan 23 '08) from Amazon and Leopard was preinstalled. Now I see that they're out of them again!Paul
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I TOO am looking for version B1, not only on amazon but everywhere online. I havent found any site that actually posts the version they are selling. This is crucial for me since I was informed that ONLY version B1 will work with my mac. If you (or anyone) finds a place that posts the availabilty of v. B1, pleease let me know.
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This is an old question, but this seems like a good place to mention that if you buy one now, it has OS X Lion installed on it. At least, the one I received from amazon yesterday has OS X Lion. No need to download or buy it. On the other hand, it doesn't come with a set of dvds you can use to reinstall the OS.
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No clue but the base MacBook Pro model isn't being sold by Amazon.com anymore, its being sold by another store through Amazon. So not rebate on this model right now. I'm so mad! I left for work at 4 and it had the rebate, I come home and nothing!
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Sorry, I was too brief before from my phone. My Mac mini came with OS 10.9.1, which is Mavericks, I believe. I think all of the Mac Minis being shipped from Apple are currently shipping with Mavericks. The units Amazon's vendors are shipping may be pre-Mavericks, and I do not know if there is an upgrade fee. I went to the Apple web site and there was an update screen that popped right up to go to Mavericks, but I do not know if it is free.
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Reading the Apple Support forums, people are getting the black MacBooks now from Amazon even when they are quoted a July shipping date. Also, in the MB 1.83 Ghz Amazon forum, someone mentioned that he got his shipped and delivered earlier this month even when quoted a late shipping date.So I think that Amazon is just being conservative as Apple is notorious for not having enough supply for their products. I think Amazon is just trying to cover their butts in case Apple can't meet demand and doesn't allocate enough shipments to Amazon.
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bought mine Saturday, came with old leopard (but i bought snow leopard) best macbook pro ever. snow leopard really makes it come alive (with speed) my adobe and pro apps load up with the greatest of ease (it's scary how fast they run now), heck, even firefox doesn't slow down the system anymore! (though it does take it's time) and now you can add more than 10 items to you dock (when dragging a folder down), soo awesome!
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You (and I) might consider buying the laptop from Apple who has it in stock and buying the warranty and other accessories here. I don't know why amazon lists this if they never have it in stock and there isn't a reliable ship date estimate.
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Ordered my macbook may 22, got an estimate date of last week of July...Amazon did a great job , they shipped it May 26 , and I got it today May 31. I am so glad. Thanks,Amazon!
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I've noticed lately that Amazon has been giving very conservative estimates on its shipment/arrival dates. My items have always arrived well before Amazon's "estimated" arrival dates. I think this is a game they play with us so that we're happy when our packages arrive "early." The real question is whether or not Amazon actually has these in stock. Is Apple holding them back from everybody until Wednesday? Or are they just asking their sellers to not put them in customers' hands until Wednesday?
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I bought a Macbook here on May 30 right after it came out and Amazon quoted me a ship date of August 15. After a few days I got an email saying it had been shipped and I had it at my house on June 6th.