Lowest price ever: Apple's upgraded 12-inch MacBook with faster processor, 512GB SSD just $999 ($600 off)

The lowest price on Apple's upgraded Mid 2017 12-inch MacBook is available now at AppleInsider, with the high-end model on sale for just $999. Featuring bumped up specs, including a 1.3GHz Core i5 processor and 512GB SSD, these systems are $600 off instantly with free expedited shipping for a limited time only.

Premium 12" MacBooks just $999

~~2017 12" MacBook (1.3GHz, 8GB, 512GB) Gold (MNYL2LL/A): $999* ($600 off)~~ - Deal expired

*To activate the deal, you must shop through the pricing link above via a laptop, desktop or iPad.

The ~~$600 markdown~~ (deal expired) is valid on the Mid 2017 model in Gold at Apple authorized reseller B&H Photo. And in addition to grabbing the lowest price ever on the upgraded MacBook, shoppers can also take advantage of free expedited shipping within the contiguous U.S. This puts the notebook in your hands in a matter of one to three business days in most cases.

To put the deal in perspective, this exclusive price is at least $300 cheaper compared to other retailers, according to our 12-inch MacBook Price Guide. And you can rest assured, these are factory sealed 12-inch MacBooks.

Instructions: To redeem the Apple discount, simply click through this special pricing link using AppleInsider's desktop site (from a laptop, desktop or iPad) and look for the advertised price. Deal expires at 11:59 p.m. Eastern on Feb. 28.

Please note: These deals cannot be activated through the B&H and AppleInsider apps at this time. If you still cannot see the exclusive price using the desktop site, all is not lost! Need help? Send us a note at [email protected] and we will do our best to assist.

Add AppleCare

You can easily tack on an AppleCare extended protection plan to these 12-inch MacBooks for $249 by selecting the AppleCare option immediately after you press the "Add to Cart" button on B&H's website.

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: