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Nobody likes to do anything last-minute, but sometimes, you just cant help it.

Where can I find a good deal?

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How do I know if a Mac is good for me?

Can I actually get a Mac before Christmas?

Dont you worry; well answer all the hard questions so you know what exactly youre doing.

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What jot down of Mac should you buy?

In this scenario, you would be getting a Mac for primarily two reasons: gifting or work.

Gifts should ideally be thoughtful decisions based on your special understanding of the giftees needs.

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Where can you buy a Mac quickly?

Apple Refurbished Store: A refurbished Mac from Apple will typically take up to 48 hours to arrive.

Amazon: Delivery times vary onAmazon, but most are under 48 hours.

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Walmart: Many options here will take 72+ hours with free delivery.

You shouldnt resort to Walmart if your Mac purchase is urgent.

That said, the quickest way to get a Mac is by picking it up yourself from a store.

Though it is worth pointing out that the new M4-powered Macs have considerably long delivery windows.

If you need any M4 products, you should definitely get them from a physical store yourself.

How do you find the best last-minute Mac deals?

Youll find deals on Macs pretty much everywhere except the Apple Store.

Walmarthas its aforementioned 13-inch M1 MacBook Air deal and deals on some restored MacBooks.

Amazon currently has multiple Mac deals, including the13.6-inch M2 MacBook AirandM2 Mac mini.

These deals will not last.

Some things you should know before rushing to buy a Mac

Scams.

In the same vein, attempt to avoid restored or refurbished items unless they come from reputable sources.

Of course, time is of the essence.