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By STACKCOMMERCEMashable Deals2019-07-09 09:00:00 UTC

Forget about reading and writing — there’s another “R” of life that takes precedence: Refurbished.

The term typically refers to a device — say, a laptop, tablet, or smartphone — that’s been gently used, but later fixed up by an authorized repair center or reseller so that it works and looks good as new. It’ll pop up often if you shop around for affordable Apple products. Since new models rarely (if ever) go on sale, your best bet in finding a bargain is to buy one that’s been refurbished. 

Check out the following grade-A deals on refurbished MacBooks in the Mashable Shop:

Sporting a whopping 500GB of storage and the efficient, multitasking-friendly Core i5 processor, this 13.3-inch MacBook Pro is a multimedia workhorse. Listed in excellent condition, it even includes a bunch of different ports (including USB 3.0 and USB-C) so you can easily view and stream media files from other devices.

Valued at $1,199, it’s yours today for a mere $699.99 — a 41% savings.

For a MacBook Pro with a little less bulk and a little more flashiness, check out this sleek model from late 2012 with 8GB of RAM and a gloriously glossy 2560 x 1600 Retina display featuring more than 5 million pixels. Gamers, in particular, will appreciate its inclusion of the brawny Ivy Bridge Intel Core i5 processor with Intel HD Graphics 4000.

It’s normally sold for $799, but you can pick one up right now for just $599 — a 25% discount.  

For even less bulk, you’ll want to grab a MacBook Air instead. This mid-2012 model that’s been listed in acceptable condition crams a long-lasting battery, a backlit keyboard, a webcam, Intel Turbo Boost technology, and a glossy 13.3-inch screen into a ridiculously lightweight aluminum design.

Get it today for just $799 — 35% off its usual retail price of $1,199.99.

11.6-inch MacBook Air (128GB)

Slightly smaller at 11.6 inches wide, this compact MacBook Air from 2013 boasts nine hours of battery life to last you through an entire workday. It’s got the powerful fourth-gen version of the Intel Core i5 processor (complete with the Intel HD Graphics *5000* chip) for effortless operation, plus 128GB of storage and Bluetooth 4.0 capabilities for wireless connectivity. 

Normally $728, you’ll save 12% and pay just $639 when you buy this refurbished MacBook on sale in the Mashable Shop.

If you need a laptop that’s suitable for both work *and* play, look no further than this refurbished MacBook Air with the Intel HD Graphics 5000, an Intel Core i5 processor, plenty of storage, and a vibrant 13.3-inch display.

Listed in good condition, this model typically sells for $1,199. Lucky for you, it’s currently on sale for just $749 — a 37% discount.

Equipped with Bluetooth 4.0 technology, an impressive 256GB of storage, and the Intel Core i5 processor, this ultra-portable Air model listed in an acceptable condition is the newest MacBook included in this sale (relatively speaking).

Get it now for only $725 — 34% off its usual retail price of $1,099.