Here are trhe latest offers. If you are interested in any of these, send an email to macstacny@aol.com and we will send you the "majic codeword". Note some of these expire the end of November.
Arranged in chronological order by expiration date -- see mid-way down for the Newest Offers
The offers on this page are brought to you by the Apple User Group Advisory Board .
These offers are exclusively for current members of Apple User Groups.
DiscLabel from SmileOnMyMac: 25% Off
Get DiscLabel, the award-winning software for designing CDs, jewelboxes and DVD packaging, fully-integrated with iTunes and iPhoto for effortless importing of track information and images. Printing is foolproof -- DiscLabel supports all label brands, plus direct-to-CD printers and LightScribe.
Regularly priced at $29.95 (US), Apple User Group members pay only $22.46 (US), a 25 percent discount.
This worldwide offer is valid until November 30, 2006.
Delicious Library: 25% Off
Rediscover your home library with Delicious Library. Point any digital video camera (like Apple's iSight) at the barcodes on the backs of your books, movies, music and video games, and Delicious Library does the rest. The barcode is scanned and within seconds the item's cover appears on your digital shelves, filled with the information downloaded from web sources around the world.
Regularly $40 (US), Delicious Library is now available for $30 (US) for Apple User Group members.
This worldwide offer is valid through November 30, 2006.
Tintbook: 25% Discount
Tintbook introduces predictable Color Management for Print Design! Color formulas are already prepared for you. Simply enter the CMYK components into the color palette of any graphic design application, like Illustrator, Photoshop, Quark and others. Over 25,000 printed CMYK combinations are provided in each Tintbook. Save hours of time and make accurate color decisions for printing projects.
Regularly $80.00 (US), Apple User Group members pay only $60.00 (US) plus shipping, a 25% discount.
This U.S. only offer is valid through November 30, 2006.
FastMac: Major Discount on PowerMac Bluetooth Upgrades
FastMac is pleased to offer a 100% plug and play compatible internal Bluetooth upgrade for select PowerMac systems. The upgrade adds Bluetooth wireless connectivity and fits directly into the system's main logic board. No drivers or software are required. Each upgrade comes with a one-year warranty and 30-day money back guarantee.
To learn more and to see if your computer is compatible with FastMac's Bluetooth board, visit the FastMac website at www.fastmac.com.
Normally $25.95 (US), this Apple User Group special is $19.95 (US), a 23% discount.
This worldwide offer is valid through November 30, 2006.
myNotes: 25% Discount
myNotes is a human-friendly, note-taking program to create and organize notes and clippings, and print them utilizing beautiful customizable themes. It is one of the easiest Macintosh note managers, while offering an extended set of unique features. With myNotes' Address Book integration, you can look up contacts by first or last
name, then send e-mail, start a chat session or access their homepages with just one click!
To see more: http://www.mishimo.com/mynotes
Regularly $15.95 (US), Apple User Group members can purchase myNotes for $11.95 (US) for a limited time.
This worldwide offer is valid through November 30, 2006.
Prosoft Products: 35% Off
Prosoft is dedicated to creating professional quality software designed for easy use by both novice and expert users. They are data advocates, fighting to preserve data and prevent data loss.
Prosoft is offering MUG members their very best: 35% off the retail price of any of their software programs, including Data Rescue II or Drive Genius for $64 (US), a $99 (US) value, and Data Backup, Picture Rescue, or TuneTech for iPod for $38 (US), a $59 (US) value. Use the special user group code below to receive the discount.
This U.S. only offer is valid through December 31, 2006.
Intriguing Development: 20% Off iRemember
Turn digital photos into memories with iRemember Digital Scrapbooking 2.0. Easily create stunning scrapbooks your family will treasure for a lifetime. Use templates to create a page in minutes! Drag and drop pictures from iPhoto, crop, resize and arrange them on your scrapbook page with over 15,000 backgrounds, patterns, borders, corners and photo realistic embellishments. Sharing life's memories couldn't be easier. Better yet, iRemember is compatible with Mac OS X 10.3.9 or later, Universal Binary.
With a regular price of $39.95 (US), Apple user group members can receive iRemember for the special price of only $31.96 (US), a 20% discount.
This worldwide offer is valid through December 31, 2006.
Elgato: TV on the Mac for less
Does Your Mac Do TV? The Ultimate Digital TV Recorder for the Mac, EyeTV 250 and new EyeTV Hybrid brings live television to your Macintosh in stunning quality. By combining award-winning digital TV recording software with a premium analog TV receiver and video encoder, these EyeTV units will change the way you watch TV.
User group members can save $34 (US) off the regular cost of $199 (US) on EyeTV 250, or $25 (US) off the regular $149 (US) cost of the EyeTV Hybrid by using the special address below. Learn more: http://www.elgato.com/
Order at the special Apple user group price: http://www.elgato.com/usergroup.php
This U.S. only offer is valid through December 31, 2006.
PumpOne: iPod Fitness Training at Slimmed-down Prices
PumpOne Digital Fitness Trainers for iPod and IPod nano are like having an elite personal trainer in your pocket that goes where you go. From TotallyPumped to Pumped(6)Pack, most PumpOne Trainers are a collection of detailed exercise images that make up progressive 4-6 week exercise programs. The bright images and simple instructions demonstrate how to perform exercises properly and effectively for better results.
Priced from $19.00 (US) to $59.00 (US) from individual levels to special groupings, user group members can enter the user group coupon code at the PumpOne web site for a 40% discount!
This worldwide offer is valid through January 31, 2007.
Micromat: Special User Group Discounts
The makers of TechTool Pro 4, DiskStudio and TechTool Protege (the bootable Mac OS X FireWire flash drive) now offer special user group discount pricing. These products and more are available from the Micromat online store. Micromat is recognized as an innovator and world leader in the development of Macintosh monitoring, diagnostic, troubleshooting and disk repair utilities for the Macintosh.
To receive a 20% discount on all Micromat products, enter the special user group coupon code at Micromat's online store. If you have questions regarding this special offer, please contact usergroups@micromat.com.
This worldwide offer is valid through January 31, 2007.
Apago PDF Applications: 25% Discount
Put your PDF documents on a diet with PDF Shrink 4.0! Reduce the file size of your PDF documents with PDF Shrink 4.0's new wizard-based interface. Apago has a broad range of PDF products to meet your needs. Download a trial version from the address below. For even more power and control over your PDF, get PDF Enhancer Standard Edition. Try it out: http://www.apagoinc.com/pdfshrink
Use the coupon code at the Apago web site to purchase PDF Shrink for only $26.25 (US) or PDF Enhancer Standard Edition for only $149 (US).This is a discount of 25% on these fine products.
This worldwide offer is valid through January 31, 2007.
VersionTracker Pro: The Right Updates at 25% Off
What do you want to know before you decide whether to update your software? New features? User reviews and ratings? Which versions of Mac OS X the update is compatible with? VersionTracker Pro brings you everything you need to keep your software up to date, and all the information you need to make an informed decision.
Learn more: http://www.versiontracker.com/subscribe/mactrial
Regularly $49.95 (US) for 3 seats, $79.95 (US) for 10 seats, save $10 (US) when you subscribe to VersionTracker Pro. Save $5 (US) when you subscribe to MacFixIt Pro. This offer includes renewals and extensions.
This worldwide offer is valid through January 31, 2007.
Take Control Ebooks Bundle: 50% Off
Adam and Tonya Engst of TidBITS are continuing their 16 years of UG support with an exclusive, limited-time offer of 50% off a special Ebooks bundle: Sharon Zardetto Aker's "Take Control of Fonts in Mac OS X" and "Take Control of Font Problems in Mac OS X." Together, these highly regarded Take Control Ebooks provide 375 pages of definitive Mac OS X information about working with fonts.
With a cover price of $30 (US), user group members can purchase this bundle for $15 (US), a 50% discount.
This worldwide offer is valid through January 31, 2007.
NEWEST OFFER
The MUG Store: Redesigned For Even Greater Savings
The Apple MUG Store has been redesigned to offer you even more great deals. If you haven't looked in a while, check out the Apple Mug Store. You'll find great prices, lots of special offers, blowouts on Apple products and more!
When you buy from the MUG store and name your user group, the store sets aside one percent of your purchase which your group can use to buy anything from the store!
This U.S. only offer is valid through January 31, 2007.
NEWEST OFFER
MacAddict Reborn: 40% Off New Mac|Life
The Mac market has evolved, and so has MacAddict. Starting with the February 2007 issue, MacAddict will become Mac|Life, the new Mac magazine that changes all the rules. This publication recognizes Apple's dynamic role in work, play, and life, and will appeal to core Apple users. Features include in-depth how-tos, stunning design, and exclusive information. Mac|Life is the ultimate magazine about all things Apple.
Mac|Life is offering a one-time Apple User Group member charter subscription rate of $14.95 (US) for 12 issues, a savings of 40% off the basic subscription price.
This worldwide offer is valid through February 28, 2007.
NEWEST OFFER
Audio Hijack Pro: Special Offer
Record any audio on your Mac with Audio Hijack Pro. Create high-quality podcasts, record streaming radio, save audio from Skype and iChat, or even bring in records and tapes to your machine. Whatever your audio needs may be, Audio Hijack Pro will give you more control. Download Audio Hijack Pro and try it out, then purchase it online!
Regularly $32 (US), user group members receive a discounted rate of $25 (US), 22% off the regular price.
This worldwide offer is valid through February 28, 2007.
NEWEST OFFER
USGLOBALSAT: Mac GPS Users 25% Discount
Globalsat Technology Corp, the first GPS producer to support the Macintosh, is dedicated to providing the highest quality GPS, Bluetooth and mobile wireless devices for Macintosh users.
USGlobalSat, Inc. carries that torch for the North American Market, evident by their dedicated Mac GPS pages, continued development of Mac-centric products and introduction of the RouteBuddy mapping and navigational software from RouteBuddy Ltd. of the UK.
USGlobalSat proudly supports Macintosh User Group members with thi limited-time offer: 25% off of any GlobalSat product found on their web page, listed below.
This worldwide offer is valid through February 28, 2007.
NEWEST OFFER
O'Reilly: New Discounts for User Group Members
O'Reilly Publishing is offering new and better discounts for groups. User group members can get a discount of 35% off all books and PDFs from O'Reilly, No Starch, Paraglyph, PC Publishing, Pragmatic Bookshelf, SitePoint or Syngress books that are purchased directly from O'Reilly by phone or online. Add in free shipping for orders over $29.95 (US) and the offer gets even better.
Order from the O'Reilly Store online or by phone at 1-800-998-9938 ( extra shipping costs outside U.S.).
See what the buzz is about: http://www.oreilly.com/store/ Online Code: DSUG
This worldwide offer is ongoing.
Actoris Software at 25% Off
Xpress Schedule is THE Macintosh tool for preparing employee work schedules. Create better schedules in less time, print schedules and even send them to your staff by email or text message. Food Cost Manager is a complete back office solution for food service businesses. Manage your inventory, calculate recipe and menu costs, and prepare nutritional information for your customers.
Xpress Schedule, regularly $99 (US), is available for a special Apple User Group price of $74 (US), and Food Cost Manager, regularly $249 (US), is available for a user group price of $185 (US), a 25% discount.
Get the user group order form: http://www.actorissoftware.com/mug
Email your order: sales@actorissoftware.com
This U.S. only offer is ongoing.
AppleWorks User Group: Batteries to Power Your Macintosh
Every Macintosh computer contains a small battery that powers its built-in clock and stores settings. These batteries are vital to the operation of your system, so you should keep a spare handy. Now you can buy these hard-to-find replacement batteries at a special user group discount. AWUG's lithium batteries have a ten-year shelf life and are identical to or better than the original battery in your desktop Macintosh . . . complete with installation directions
Select from iMac/PowerMac/eMac batteries for only $7.00 (US) or Performa/Quadra 630-series batteries for $10.95 (US), a substantial discount from the standard prices of $14.00 (US) and $18.95 (US) respectively. Batteries are not available for PowerBook, iBook or G5 or Intel iMac.
Order from the AppleWorks Users Group: http://www.awug.org/shop/merchant4.html.
This worldwide offer is ongoing.
Join the Peachpit Club
You can save 25% on all Peachpit books by becoming a Peachpit Club Member. Membership is free and easy. All you have to do is answer a few questions in Peachpit's online survey, which you can access from any book page. After you fill out the survey, you'll save 25 percent on top of the user group savings you receive by entering the coupon code at checkout. (You cannot use this discount in conjunction with any other coupon codes.)
Normal Price: Varies UG Price: 25%
Coupon Code: UE-23AA-PEUF (case-sensitive) Join the Club: http://www.peachpit.com
This offer is ongoing.
MacWorld Magazine
Macworld offers MUG members a special subscription offer. Macworld magazine is the ultimate Mac resource! We pack each issue with industry news, future trends, practical how-tos, in-depth features, tips and tricks, and more; we provide the tools Mac professionals and enthusiasts need. Best of all, you can depend on our unbiased, thorough product reviews and buying advice. Stay informed about what’s new, exciting, important. Become a Macworld reader.
Normal Price: $27.97 UG Price: $15.00 for 12 issues
http://www.macworld.com/useroffer
This offer is ongoing.
Take Control ebooks
Adam and Tonya Engst of TidBITS are continuing their fourteen years of supporting user groups with a special 10% discount for all orders in their new Take Control electronic book series. Take Control ebooks provide highly practical, tightly focused, inexpensive help from leading Macintosh authors. Titles are delivered in PDF layout with active links, and are optimized for viewing and printing.
Current titles include:
• Take Control of Upgrading to Panther, by Joe Kissell
• Take Control of Customizing Panther, by Matt Neuburg
• Take Control of Users & Accounts in Panther, by Kirk McElhearn
• Take Control of Sharing Files in Panther, by Glenn Fleishman
This ongoing offer is available to user group members worldwide. Normal Price: Varies UG Price: 10% Discount
This offer is ongoing.
Spamfire
You don't have to put up with unwanted junk email. Spamfire from Matterform Media removes unwanted commercial and pornographic email from your in-box. It works with any POP3 email account and any email program (support for IMAP, Hotmail and AOL is still in development). Spamfire uses intelligent, fuzzy-logic filtering to identify spam and protect messages you want to keep. Automatic internet updates ensure you always have the most advanced spam protection available. Spamfire works in OS 9 and OS X and is a Mac-only product.
Mac User Group members can purchase Spamfire for just $23, more than 20% off the regular price. Box & CD, reg. price: $39 (UG price $31). Download, reg. price: $29 (UG price $23). Box & CD is available only in the US.
This international offer is ongoing.
Apple User Group Market Report Podcasts
Be sure to subscribe to the Apple User Group Market Report podcast, the newest source for interviews and information about Apple user group leaders, vendor discounts, special events and more from the Apple User Group Advisory Board. Tom Piper, our Vendor Wizard, has already released seven podcasts, with more to come:
#7 (11/06/06): Craig Schlossbert, PumpOne iPod software vendor
#6 (10/20/06): Elsa Travisano, new Chair of the Apple User Group Advisory Board
#5 (10/03/06): Doug Troxell, co-founder of Intriguing Development
#4 (09/21/06): Lorene Romero, previous Apple User Group Advisory Board Vendor Queen
#3 (08/26/06): Warren Williams, Apple User Group Advisory Board member
#2 (08/05/06): George Kopp, Apple User Group Regional Liaison for North Central and NW US, and
Victor Marks, Miglia Technology
#1 (07/15/06): Sandy Foderick, former Chair of the Apple User Group Advisory Board, and
Jack Herrington, noted author on podcasting and other topics at O'Reilly Books
To subscribe, go to http://web.mac.com/ugab/
MacSTAC was founded on April 1, 1978 as an Apple II MUG. We are a community group with members from all walks of life, careers and levels of ability. We welcome all Mac users to improve their knowledge and, in turn, share their Mac knowledge with others. http://macstac.org
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