The Apple Store discounts a selection of its factory-refurbished MacBook Air Laptops, with prices starting from $679. Plus, all orders qualify for free shipping. Each system carries a 1-year Apple warranty (the same as new units). Some best bets, with comparisons to new units:

• Refurb Apple MacBook Air i5 1.3GHz 11.6" 256GB SSD for $809 (pictured, low by $90)
• refurb Apple MacBook Air i5 1.3GHz 13.3" 256GB SSD for $889 (low by $111)