Save 61% on this grade 'A' refurbished MacBook Pro

TL;DR: As of Oct. 14, you can get the Refurbished Apple MacBook Pro 13" for just $499.99 instead of $1,299 — that's a 61% discount.

Want to finally start working on your side hustle this fall? Or perhaps you want to start writing a novel? Or maybe just have a place to binge your favorite shows in bed? There's a reason the Apple MacBook Pro has a massive fan following; it's featured-packed and great for both tackling work and finding time to play.

If you've been in the market for a MacBook but have been discouraged by the hefty price tag, a refurbished model can be a great way to get your hands on one for a lot less. For a limited time, this refurbished Apple MacBook Pro 13" is on sale for $499.99, 61% off the usual price tag.

Packed with an Intel Core i5 processor, this MacBook Pro provides adequate power while remaining energy efficient. Stream a series or peruse pictures on the 13.3-inch LED back-lit display, which offers a sharp 2,560 x 1,600 resolution, while the Intel Iris Graphics 6100 provides stellar image quality. And you can multitask the day away thanks to the 8GB of RAM.

A backlit keyboard and the clever haptic-capable "Force Touch" trackpad make navigation simple. The Thunderbolt 2 lets you connect high-performance peripherals and high-resolution displays to one single port. And Bluetooth 4.0 and Wi-Fi capabilities make connecting to wireless accessories and the internet easy. Finally, you'll have 128GB of storage to safeguard your important files.

The 74.9 Wh Li-Poly battery provides up to 12 hours on a single charge, which is pretty impressive for this 2015 model. But it's no surprise considering this laptop passed a 40-step quality process by engineering experts and boasts a grade "A" refurbished rating, which means it will arrive in near-mint condition with minimal to zero amounts of scuffing on the case.

Tackle your to-do list with this refurbished Apple MacBook Pro 13", on sale for just $499.99 for a limited time.

Prices subject to change.

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