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CNET
2 days ago
- Business
- CNET
Bag a Bargain Apple iMac, MacBook or Accessory With Woot's Limited-Time Sale
You'll find Apple's logo on some of our favorite laptops right now, and with good reason. They're fast and look great to boot, but they can definitely come with a fair amount of sticker shock. Thankfully, there are often ways to pick up the computer you want at a price you're happier to pay and Woot's Mac sale is a good place to start. With refurbished M-series Macs on offer from just $625, what are you waiting for? Woot is also offering refurbished accessories, too, so make sure to check this sale out even if you aren't in the market for a new Mac. Fans of Apple's tablets aren't left out, either, with iPad accessories also included. The cheapest way to put an M-series Mac on your desk is the reconditioned M1 iMac for just $625 with multiple configurations and colors available. These machines are factory reconditioned and come with a 90-day Woot limited warranty. Hey, did you know? CNET Deals texts are free, easy and save you money. If you're looking for a Mac that you can take with you, the M2 MacBook Pro is yours from $699. It comes with a 12-inch display and in your choice of color. Again, this model will come with Woot's 90-day warranty. While Woot is offering some cheaper models if you're willing to go with an Intel chip, we would warn against going that route. Intel Macs are a little long in the tooth right now, and Apple is working towards removing support for them altogether. You'll notice a huge performance boost if you choose an M-series model instead. Looking for accessories? The USB-C Apple Pencil is yours for just $60, while a two-meter MagSafe 3 cable will set you back $30 rather than the usual $49. Why this deal matters Buying a refurbished Mac is a great way to get some of the newer models at prices that aren't quite as eye-watering, but you'll need to be fast. These deals end in just a few days, and they could end sooner if stocks run dry first.


Phone Arena
2 days ago
- Phone Arena
This Intel Core i5-powered Surface Pro 7 might be one of the best ultra-affordable tablets right now
If asked to describe Microsoft's powerful 2-in-1 Surface Pro tablet family, I'm pretty sure "affordable" is not going to be one of the first words that come to your mind. But if you're willing to settle for a 2019-released member of that family, you can spend as little as $219.99 today. That's right, Woot is currently selling a Surface Pro 7 (in "grade A" refurbished condition) at a lower price than not just something like Apple's latest "regular" iPad, but a mid-range Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite as well. Of course, it's not entirely fair to compare a refurb with brand-new, unused, unopened, and undamaged devices available at retailers like Amazon with standard manufacturer warranties included, although for what it's worth, your dirt-cheap Surface Pro 7 will also come with a 90-day seller warranty. Wi-Fi Only, Intel 10th Gen Core i5 Processor, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD, 12.3-Inch PixelSense Touchscreen with 2736 x 1824 Pixel Resolution, Up to 10.5 Hours of Battery Life, 8MP Rear-Facing Camera, 5MP Front-Facing Camera, Stereo Speakers with Dolby Audio Support, USB-C, USB-A, Windows 10 Home (Free Windows 11 Upgrade Available), Silver Color, Grade A Refurbished, 90-Day Seller Warranty Included Buy at Woot Wi-Fi Only, Intel 10th Gen Core i5 Processor, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD, 12.3-Inch PixelSense Touchscreen with 2736 x 1824 Pixel Resolution, Up to 10.5 Hours of Battery Life, 8MP Rear-Facing Camera, 5MP Front-Facing Camera, Stereo Speakers with Dolby Audio Support, USB-C, USB-A, Windows 10 Home (Free Windows 11 Upgrade Available), Platinum Color, Renewed, Excellent Condition Buy at Amazon Despite its very advanced age, this 12.3-inch giant is still clearly superior to virtually all the best budget tablets out there in terms of not just screen size, but screen quality, battery life, connectivity, audio performance, and overall system performance as well. Yes, your 220 bucks will be enough to buy you an (admittedly ancient) 10th Gen Intel Core i5 processor that undoubtedly outperforms the latest mid-range chips from the likes of Qualcomm, Samsung, or MediaTek, especially in combination with a more than respectable 8GB RAM count. Perhaps even more remarkably, the Surface Pro 7 variant on sale here at this incredibly low price also comes with a super-speedy 256GB solid-state drive, as well as an excellent battery endurance rating of 10.5 hours (in "typical" device usage). If you're worried about software support, well, you shouldn't be, as Microsoft's nearly six-year-old 12.3-inch slate can be upgraded from Windows 10 Home to Windows 11 right out the box for free. On top of everything else, you get both a USB-A port and a USB-C port for complete convenience and versatility, not to mention powerful stereo speakers with Dolby Audio sound technology, a good old fashioned 3.5mm headphone jack, and a microSD card reader. In theory, Woot plans to keep this killer deal going for seven days, but I wouldn't be surprised if your demand wipes out the e-tailer's inventory in a matter of hours, in which case you might want to take a look at the best Amazon promotion available right now as well. You'll have to pay an extra $90 there, mind you, but the price is still not bad for what the Surface Pro 7 offers with 8GB RAM, a 256GB SSD, and Intel Core i5 power.


CBC
15-07-2025
- Business
- CBC
Via Rail plans to use refurbished cars to improve Halifax-Montreal service
Via Rail wants to use refurbished railcars to improve service between Halifax and Montreal, but the CEO of the Crown corporation can't say whether doing so will increase the frequency of trains on the line. Mario Peloquin made the comments in an interview Tuesday after a ceremony celebrating the $27-million restoration of Via's Halifax station. He also noted that last year was the 120th anniversary of The Ocean, the passenger train from Montreal to Halifax inaugurated in July 1904. Ottawa has committed to renewing Via Rail's entire Canadian fleet within 10 years. However, in the interim, Peloquin says there are plans to refurbish stainless steel cars that are being retired in Central Canada for use in the Atlantic region. The railcars, originally manufactured in 1954 by the now-defunct Budd Company of Philadelphia, can be modernized and sent to Halifax as they become available, he said. "As soon as we free up one of those (Budd railcars), we'll repurpose it in the segments of the long-distance runs where we can best benefit from their use," said the chief executive. Some of the refurbished cars will run on The Ocean line, and others, he said, will be sent to The Churchill, which runs between Winnipeg and Churchill, Man., or The Skeena, between Jasper, Alta., and Prince Rupert, B.C. Ted Bartlett, the former president of advocacy group Transport Action Atlantic, said in an email he hopes there will be enough refurbished cars to increase service on The Ocean. The 1,340-kilometre route currently runs just three times a week. "It should not be necessary for The Ocean to wait long years for new cars to be designed and built to regain some of its former glory," wrote Bartlett. Meanwhile, Peloquin said Via would "love to" increase the frequency of the Halifax-Montreal line, but he said he doesn't know if that can happen because CN may not have openings on its increasingly busy freight lines. Via Rail relies on CN's rail network for nearly all of its routes. "The constraint is getting the additional time slots.… More freight traffic is leaving less time for running (passenger) trains. It's a constant discussion. We're trying," said Peloquin. A spokesperson for CN said in an email that adding Via trains to its lines "would be subject to negotiation between Via and CN." Bartlett said in an interview that there are also problems with The Ocean's reliability, as the service is slow and frequently late. Ottawa, he said, must take a leadership role in cutting a deal with CN to upgrade track and replace track sidings that have been removed over the years in northeastern New Brunswick. Peloquin acknowledged, "we are unfortunately incurring delays pretty regularly on the long-distance runs, including The Ocean." Upgrading the New Brunswick portion of the route, the CEO said, would be "a really good idea." However, Peloquin said there's no final price tag for the improvements to the CN line. "It's at least hundreds of millions (of dollars), but I don't have a figure yet because we're not far enough advanced on the discussions." A spokeswoman for the federal Transport Department noted that Ottawa has only recently committed to making major investments to renew Via Rail's fleet. "With this major upgrade underway, the focus remains on maximizing the benefits of the new fleet before considering further infrastructure investments or service changes," wrote Sau Sau Liu in an email. Peloquin said the announcements for the winning contracts for new locomotives and cars will be announced early next year.


Irish Times
11-07-2025
- Business
- Irish Times
Luxury living in a Pembroke Road period pile for €795,000
Apartment number 4 at 51 Pembroke Road in Ballsbridge has been refurbished and dressed for sale. Now on the market priced at €795,000 the two-bed property is full of Georgian charm. Staged by designer Breeda O'Sullivan of Upstaged Properties, the apartment has been transformed into a fresh and bright space in its latest makeover. For O'Sullivan, there was a lot of satisfaction in taking on such a project as she got to work around some eye-catching period features and ensure that they had the ability to shine as the apartment comes to the market. 'It is a beautiful apartment with stunning features,' she says. 'The decor was quite dated, so we painted the walls in a Colourtrend paint called Subtle, which is our go-to colour, as it works in every property we stage. The woodwork was freshened up using a satin white and we used a light oatmeal carpet on the floor.' READ MORE Once this new neutral colour scheme was in place, Breeda and her team filled the property with contemporary furniture ensuring the light and sense of space were showcased. Situated on the second floor of the four-storey-over-basement building, the original stained-glass window on the return can be admired as you walk up the stairs to get to the apartment's front door. Set out over 102 sq m (1,097sq ft), the first thing you notice when you enter the home is the 3m high ceilings. Stained-glass in shared hallway The livingroom is south-facing and has a triple sash window looking out to the back garden. The original shutters have been restored and frame the large window that has views out as far as the Dublin mountains. There is a marble fireplace and hearth with a coal-effect gas fire. The room is laid out with a dining table at the window and the living area around the fireplace. Living space with diningroom Livingroom A door off the livingroom leads to the kitchen. The current units and oven could do with an upgrade but as the space is small and neat, it would not be a big undertaking. The two bedrooms are doubles and both have a large, shuttered sash window with Juliette balconies. The bathroom is across the hallway and comes with a bath and hot-press. Bedroom Sash window in bedroom The garden at the back of the house is well-kept and shared with the other residents. Two designated parking spaces come with the apartment, which is Ber-exempt. The location would be ideal for a young professional working in the city. There are numerous restaurants and bars on the doorstep in Ballsbridge and Donnybrook. Baggot Street is five minutes away on foot and a walk to St Stephen's Green takes 20 minutes. A city apartment that has retained its period features and coming to the market in good condition is not that easy to find any more. Number 4 at 57 Pembroke Road was a one-bedroomed apartment in a similar state and style when it sold for €526,000 last year. With the added benefit of a second bedroom and an extra 34 sq m to play around with, number 4, 51 Pembroke Road, comes to the market with an asking price of €795,000 with Hunters Estate Agent.

Irish Times
08-07-2025
- General
- Irish Times
What will €350,000 buy in Co Cork and Sligo town?
Country Derryclough Lower, Drinagh, west Cork €350,000, Hodnett Forde This charming refurbished farmhouse comes to the market in west Cork , 8km outside Skibbereen. The three-bedroom home extends to 105sq m (1,130sq ft) and is in walk-in condition, with a stylish updated kitchen and shower room. It has also retained some rustic original details such as a cut-stone floor and exposed brick hearth in the livingroom. It occupies an acre of land, with charming gardens and outbuildings. Ber F. Plus: Stylish contemporary kitchen and shower room. Minus: Low Ber will need to be addressed. 17 Church Hill, Sligo Town 17 Church Hill, Sligo, Co Sligo €335,000, DNG Flanagan Ford This three-storey townhouse comes to the market, having been completely refurbished, in Sligo town. The home, which extends to 123sq m (1,324sq ft), has an A Ber, with a sittingroom to the front of the ground floor and a bright kitchen/livingroom to the rear that opens out to the garden, where there is a patio and a raised faux lawn. It also features a guest WC and utility room. There are four double bedrooms – including the main, which is en suite – as well as the main bathroom laid out over the top two floors. Ber A2. READ MORE Plus: A rating likely to keep energy bills low. Minus: May hear street noise in front rooms.