Deals: 12" MacBooks for $999 ($300 off); 27" iMac 5K for $1,199; $300 off 13" Touch Bars; AirPods in stock w/ free 2-day shipping

Apple authorized resellers are issuing markdowns to start off the week with $300 in instant savings on closeout 12-inch MacBooks. Shoppers can also pick up a Late 2014 27-inch iMac 5K with a 3.5GHz processor, 1TB Fusion drive and M290X graphics for $1,199.99. These iMacs are Apple certified refurbished with a 1-year warranty for added peace of mind. Late 2016 13-inch MacBook Pros with Touch Bar are also $300 off at B&H with no sales tax collected on orders shipped outside NY and NJ.

12" MacBooks for $999

12" (1.1GHz/8GB/256GB) in Silver for $999.99

($300 off + free shipping)

12" (1.1GHz/8GB/256GB) in Space Gray for $999.99

($300 off + free shipping)

In what is the lowest price available from an Apple authorized reseller, Amazon.com is knocking $300 off 2016 12-inch MacBooks this week. The standard configuration in Space Gray and Silver, now $999.99 after the $300 cash rebate, offers users 8GB of RAM and 256GB of flash storage, making it a great option for students. Need more space? Amazon and B&H are also dropping prices on upgraded models, according to our 2016 12-inch MacBook Price Guide.

Additional configurations

12" (1.2GHz/8GB/512GB) in Space Gray for $1,199.99 @Amazon

($400 off + free shipping)

12" (1.2GHz/8GB/512GB) in Gold for $1,199.99 @Amazon

($400 off + free shipping)

12" (1.3GHz/8GB/256GB) in Silver for $1,199.00 @B&H *

($350 off + no tax outside NY & N)

12" (1.3GHz/8GB/256GB) in Space Gray for $1,199.00 @B&H *

($350 off + no tax outside NY & N)

12" (1.3GHz/8GB/256GB) in Gold for $1,199.00 @B&H *

($350 off + no tax outside NY & N)

12" (1.3GHz/8GB/256GB) in Rose Gold for $1,299.00 @B&H *

($250 off + no tax outside NY & N)

12" (1.3GHz/8GB/512GB) in Silver for $1,399.00 @B&H *

($350 off + no tax outside NY & N)

12" (1.3GHz/8GB/512GB) in Space Gray for $1,399.00 @B&H *

($350 off + no tax outside NY & N)

12" (1.3GHz/8GB/512GB) in Rose Gold for $1,499.00 @B&H *

($250 off + no tax outside NY & N)

*B&H will not collect sales tax on orders shipped outside NY and NJ.

Add AppleCare

Adorama is clearing out remaining stock of boxed AppleCare for the 12-inch MacBook with a $60 instant discount, bringing the price down to $189.00 while supplies last.

$300 off 2016 13" Touch Bar models

Prices are also dropping on 2016 models at B&H Photo this week. With instant rebates of $300 off 13-inch Touch Bar systems, the prices below are the lowest available from an Apple authorized reseller, according to our Late 2016 13-inch MacBook Pro with Touch Bar Price Guide. What's more, B&H will not collect sales tax on orders shipped outside NY and NJ, potentially saving many shoppers outside those two states another $135+. You also won't have to wait long to receive your notebook as B&H is also throwing in free expedited shipping to contiguous U.S. addresses.

13" Touch Bar (2.9GHz/8GB/512GB) in Silver for $1,699.00

($300 off + no tax outside NY & NJ)

13" Touch Bar (3.1GHz 8GB 1TB) in Space Gray for $2,199.00

($300 off + no tax outside NY & NJ)

13" Touch Bar (3.1GHz/16GB/1TB) in Space Gray for $2,399.00

($300 off + no tax outside NY & NJ)

B&H will not collect sales tax on orders shipped outside NY and NJ.

Add AppleCare+

You can easily tack on an AppleCare+ extended protection plan to these 13-inch MacBook Pros for $269 by selecting the AppleCare+ option immediately after you press the "Add to Cart" button on B&H's website. Adorama is also clearing out remaining stock of boxed AppleCare for $189.00, a discount of $60 off MSRP.

27" iMac 5K (3.5GHz, 8GB, 1TB FUS, M290X, Apple refurb) for $1,199

27" iMac 5K (3.5GHz/8GB/1TB FUS/M290X) for $1,199.99 *

($1,300 off + no tax outside NY)

*Sales tax will not be collected on orders shipped outside NY.

Shoppers looking for the lowest entry price into a 27-inch iMac 5K can find Apple's Late 2014 model with a 3.5GHz processor, 8GB of memory, 1TB Fusion Drive and M290X graphics for $1,199.99 from eBay Top Rated Plus seller dealsfellow. Originally retailing for $2,499.00, these Apple certified refurbished units come with a 1-year warranty for added peace of mind. On top of that, shipping to U.S. addresses is free. At $1,300 off the original MSRP, these systems are a great way to enjoy a high-res 5K display without breaking the bank.

AirPods back in stock with free 2-day shipping

Apple AirPods for $159.97 @Verizon Wireless (Free 2-day shipping)

Those looking for Apple AirPods can pick up a pair at Verizon Wireless this week for $159.97 with free 2-day shipping. In stock now, this beats Apple's current wait time of 2-3 weeks and puts a pair of AirPods in your hands the fastest.

Additional Apple Deals

AppleInsider and Apple authorized resellers are also running a handful of additional exclusive promotions this month on Apple hardware that will not only deliver the lowest prices on many of the items, but also throw in discounts on AppleCare, software and accessories. These deals are as follows:

• Deal #1: Apple's high-end 15" MacBook Pro for $2,099 with no tax in 48 states
• Deal #2: $260-$400 off 2016 13" Touch Bar MacBook Pros + AppleCare & no tax in 48 states
• Deal #3: 10.5" iPad Pros for $599 ($50 off) + no tax in 48 states
• Deal #4: $200-$700 off 2016 13" MacBook Pros without Touch Bar + no tax in 48 states
• Deal #5: Save up to 98% on courses, gadgets and software in the AppleInsider Shop

See if there is a Mac, iPad, Apple Watch or Certified Used iPhone deal that will save you $100s by checking out prices.appleinsider.com and deals.appleinsider.com.