Deal of the Week | Telescoping Magnetic LED Pickup Tool $19.99 (reg. $29.99)

Deal of the Week | Telescoping Magnetic LED Pickup Tool $19.99 (reg. $29.99)

by | Nov 20, 2020 | Apple Inc., Deal of the Week

Lifesaving 4-in-1 tool comes to the rescue anytime you need to retrieve a dropped screw, nut, keys, sewing needle, fish hook, or other ferrous metal object.

Find it with the light. Grab it with the magnet. Handy Telescoping Magnetic LED Pickup Tool has a powerful multi-LED flashlight, attached to a swiveling gooseneck shaft that telescopes up to 22 inches. The base is magnetic, to attach securely to any magnet-compatible surface. And the flashlight head itself is magnetized, as well, so you can not only see where you dropped something, you can instantly retrieve it. The package includes two sets of four LR44 batteries, so you even have a spare set if they start to lose their juice. This would make an amazing gift or stocking stuffer for the carpenter, jewelry artist, electrician, mechanic, programmer, welder, engineer, or handy-person on your list. The Telescoping Magnetic LED Pickup Tool normally sells for $29.99, but as our featured Deal of the Week it’s on sale for just $19.99!

This offer runs from Friday, November 20th through Wednesday, November 25th, 2020, while supplies last. Sorry, no rain checks.

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Deal of the Week | Anker PowerWave Pad Qi-Compatible Wireless Charger $19.99 (reg. $39.99)

Deal of the Week | Anker PowerWave Pad Qi-Compatible Wireless Charger $19.99 (reg. $39.99)

by | Nov 13, 2020 | Apple Inc., Deal of the Week, iOS Devices

Never fuss around with plugging and unplugging cables again!

Just put your Qi-compatible device on the center of the pad. Done! The Anker PowerWave Pad Qi-Compatible Wireless Charger provides adjustable power for different types of devices: 10 watts for the Samsung Galaxy, 7.5 watts for Apple iPhone, and five watts for other phones or wireless earbuds (including Apple AirPods). It also supports through-case charging, so you don’t have to remove the case from your phone before charging. Includes a four-foot Micro USB cable (AC to USB adapter sold separately). Usually selling for $39.99, our featured Deal of the Week, the Anker PowerWave Pad Qi-Compatible Wireless Charger, is now just $19.99!

This offer runs from Friday, November 13th through Thursday, November 19th, 2020, while supplies last. Sorry, no rain checks. This wireless charger does not feature MagSafe-style magnetic alignment, and therefore is not able to charge the iPhone 12 series magnetically. Provides a max 7.5W charge for the iPhone 12 series. To charge the iPhone 12 series at 15W, use an official MagSafe wireless charger. iPhone 5V / 1A stock chargers and computer USB ports do not have sufficient output to power your PowerWave. Cases made of metal and attachments such as magnets, cards, and grips will interfere with charging. Quick Charge 2.0/3.0 wall adapter (9V/2A) required for fast charge mode. The iPhone 6 series, iPhone 7 series, and Samsung A series do not support wireless charging. Due to the overheating protection feature of AirPods cases, the case may periodically stop charging for a few seconds before beginning again. If this happens, the indicator light will turn off for a while and then turn on again. This is a normal occurrence while charging.

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Deal of the Week | Anker Ultra Compact Bluetooth Keyboard $24.99 (reg. $49.99)

Deal of the Week | Anker Ultra Compact Bluetooth Keyboard $24.99 (reg. $49.99)

by | Oct 23, 2020 | Apple Inc., Deal of the Week, iOS Devices, Mac, Windows PC

Add the convenience of a keyboard to virtually any Bluetooth-compatible device!

Super tiny Anker Ultra Compact Bluetooth Keyboard works with smartphones, tablets, laptops, streaming boxes, and more. One third the size of conventional keyboards, it measures just 11 x 5.3 x 0.5 inches and weighs a scant 0.69 pounds. Low profile keys provide a quieter, smoother typing experience. Keyboard automatically reconnects to the last connected device. Plug it into a USB port with the included cable to recharge, and enjoy up to a month* of use before you’ll need to charge it again. You’ll find this Anker Ultra Compact Bluetooth Keyboard elsewhere for $49.99, but as our featured Deal of the Week, they’re on sale for only $24.99! That’s HALF PRICE!

This offer runs from Friday, October 23rd through Thursday, October 29th, 2020, or while supplies last. (Sorry, no rain checks.) *Based on an average two hours of use per day.

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New iMacs on their way!

New iMacs on their way!

by | Aug 10, 2020 | Announcements, Apple Inc., Mac, New and Hot

iMac performance is at an all-time high with tenth-generation Intel Core processors, powerful AMD Radeon Pro 5000 series graphics, ultrafast SSD storage, Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) connectivity. And it all comes to life on a stunning 27-inch Retina 5K display with one billion colors and 500 nits of brightness that delivers vibrant images and razor-sharp text.

  • 27-inch (diagonal) 5120-by-2880 Retina 5K display
  • Optional nano-texture glass
  • Tenth-generation 6-core Intel Core i5 or 8-core Intel Core i7 processor
  • AMD Radeon Pro 5300 or 5500 XT graphics
  • Ultrafast SSD storage
  • Two Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) ports
  • Four USB-A ports
  • Gigabit Ethernet port
  • 1080p FaceTime HD camera
  • 802.11ac Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5.0
  • Magic Mouse 2
  • Magic Keyboard

Connecting Point is currently accepting pre-orders for this welcome revamp of the already fantastic iMac family. Give us a call at 541-773-9861 or email us to be one of the first in the Rogue Valley to own one!

Announcing the most powerful 13-inch MacBook.

Announcing the most powerful 13-inch MacBook.

by | May 6, 2020 | Announcements, Apple Inc., Mac, New and Hot

Introducing the new 13-inch MacBook Pro. Now with a tenth-generation quad-core Intel processor and Magic Keyboard.

The all-new 13-inch MacBook Pro® features a tenth-generation quad-core Intel processor with Turbo Boost up to 3.8GHz. A brilliant and colorful Retina display with True Tone technology for a more true-to-life viewing experience. A backlit Magic Keyboard and Touch ID. Fast integrated graphics. And the versatile Touch Bar for more ways to be productive. It’s Apple’s most powerful 13-inch notebook. Pushed even further.

  • Tenth-generation quad-core Intel Core i5 processor
  • Brilliant Retina display with True Tone technology
  • Backlit Magic Keyboard
  • Touch Bar and Touch ID
  • Intel Iris Plus Graphics
  • Ultrafast SSD
  • Four Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) ports
  • Up to 10 hours of battery life*
  • 802.11ac Wi-Fi
  • Force Touch trackpad
  • Available in space gray and silver
  • The latest version of macOS
  • Prices start at $1299.99

Now accepting pre-orders! Call 541-773-9861 to reserve your 13-inch MacBook Pro today.

Configurable processor, memory, storage and graphics options are available. MacBook, MacBook Pro, Retina, Magic Keyboard, Touch Bar, and Touch ID are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. *Battery life varies by use and configuration. See www.apple.com/batteries for more information.

Connecting Point: Apple Exchange and Repair Extension Programs

Connecting Point: Apple Exchange and Repair Extension Programs

by | Mar 9, 2020 | Apple Inc., iOS Devices, Mac, Service Bulletin

Connecting Point is here to help.

Apple is swift to respond to issues customers may be having with their goods or services. Among these are exchange and repair extension programs for a variety of Apple products. As an Apple Premium Service Provider, Connecting Point SERVICE is fully authorized to facilitate these programs, right here in our Medford, Oregon service center. If you discover you qualify for any of these programs (or have a question whether it does qualify), simply bring the affected device in to our store anytime during normal business hours (Monday through Saturday 9 am to 6:30 pm, Sunday noon to 5 pm). We’ll handle it from there! Here are some of the exchange and repair extension programs currently in place:

13-inch MacBook Pro (non Touch Bar) Battery Replacement Program

Apple has determined that, in a limited number of 13-inch MacBook Pro (non Touch Bar) units, a component may fail causing the built-in battery to expand. This is not a safety issue and Apple will replace eligible batteries, free of charge. Affected units were manufactured between October 2016 and October 2017 and eligibility is determined by the product serial number.

Eligibility

Use the serial number checker here to see if your MacBook Pro qualifies for this program. If your 13-inch MacBook Pro (non Touch Bar) has an eligible serial number, Apple will replace the battery, free of charge. Connecting Point is more than happy to facilitate this repair. This program does not affect 13-inch MacBook Pro with Touch Bar or older 13-inch MacBook Pro models.

iPhone X Display Module Replacement Program for Touch Issues

Apple has determined that some iPhone X displays may experience touch issues due to a component that might fail on the display module. An affected device may exhibit the following:
  • The display, or part of the display, does not respond or responds intermittently to touch
  • The display reacts even though it was not touched
Apple or an Apple Authorized Service Provider will replace the display module on eligible devices, free of charge.
No other iPhone models are part of this program.  

Service Process

Your iPhone will be examined prior to any service to verify that it is eligible for this program. If your iPhone X has any damage which impairs the ability to complete the repair, such as a cracked screen, that issue will need to be resolved prior to the service. In some cases, there may be a cost associated with the additional repair.  

Additional Information

Apple may restrict or limit repair to the original country or region of purchase. This Apple program doesn’t extend the standard warranty coverage of the iPhone X. If you believe your iPhone X was affected by this issue, and you paid to replace your display module, you can contact Apple about a refund. The program covers affected iPhone X devices for three years after the first retail sale of the unit.
 

13-inch MacBook Pro Display Backlight Service Program

Apple has determined that a very small percentage of 13-inch MacBook Pro displays may exhibit one or more of the following behaviors:
  • Display backlight continuously or intermittently shows vertical bright areas along the entire bottom of the screen
  • Display backlight stops working completely
Affected devices were sold between October 2016 and February 2018. Connecting Point SERVICE can service affected MacBook Pro units, free of charge.  

Eligible Models

To identify your computer’s model and to see if it is eligible for this program, choose About This Mac from under the Apple () menu. Eligible models are listed below.
  • MacBook Pro (13-­inch, 2016, Four Thunderbolt 3 Ports)
  • MacBook Pro (13-­inch, 2016, Two Thunderbolt 3 Ports)
Note: No other Mac notebook models are part of this program.

Service Process

Your MacBook Pro will be examined prior to any service to verify that it is eligible for this program. To prepare your unit for service, please backup your data.
Note: If your MacBook Pro has any damage which impairs the service, that issue will need to be repaired first. In some cases, there may be a cost associated with the repair.

Additional Information

This worldwide Apple program does not extend the standard warranty coverage of your MacBook Pro. If you believe your MacBook Pro was affected by this issue, and you paid to have your display repaired, you can contact Apple about a refund. The program covers eligible MacBook Pro models for four years after the first retail sale of the unit.
 

Keyboard Service Program for MacBook, MacBook Air, and MacBook Pro

Apple has determined that a small percentage of the keyboards in certain MacBook, MacBook Air, and MacBook Pro models may exhibit one or more of the following behaviors:
  • Letters or characters repeat unexpectedly
  • Letters or characters do not appear
  • Key(s) feel “sticky” or do not respond in a consistent manner
Connecting Point SERVICE will repair eligible MacBook, MacBook Air, and MacBook Pro keyboards, free of charge. The type of service will be determined after the keyboard is examined and may involve the replacement of one or more keys or the whole keyboard.  

Eligible Models

To identify your computer’s model and to see if it is eligible for this program, choose About This Mac from under the Apple () menu. Eligible models are listed below.  
  • MacBook (Retina, 12-­inch, Early 2015)
  • MacBook (Retina, 12­-inch, Early 2016)
  • MacBook (Retina, 12-­inch, 2017)
  • MacBook Air (Retina, 13-inch, 2018)
  • MacBook Air (Retina, 13-inch, 2019)
  • MacBook Pro (13­-inch, 2016, Two Thunderbolt 3 Ports)
  • MacBook Pro (13-­inch, 2017, Two Thunderbolt 3 Ports)
  • MacBook Pro (13-inch, 2019, Two Thunderbolt 3 ports)
  • MacBook Pro (13-­inch, 2016, Four Thunderbolt 3 Ports)
  • MacBook Pro (13-­inch, 2017, Four Thunderbolt 3 Ports)
  • MacBook Pro (15-­inch, 2016)
  • MacBook Pro (15-­inch, 2017)
  • MacBook Pro (13-inch, 2018, Four Thunderbolt 3 Ports)
  • MacBook Pro (15-­inch, 2018)
  • MacBook Pro (13-inch, 2019, Four Thunderbolt 3 Ports)
  • MacBook Pro (15-­inch, 2019)
Note: No other Mac notebook models are part of this program.

Service Process

Your Mac notebook will be examined prior to any service to verify that it is eligible for this program. The type of service will be determined after the keyboard is examined and may involve the replacement of one or more keys or the whole keyboard. The service turn-around time may vary depending upon the type of service and availability of replacement parts. To prepare your unit for service, before bringing it to Connecting Point SERVICE, please backup your data.

Additional Information

This worldwide Apple program does not extend the standard warranty coverage of your Mac notebook. If you believe your Mac notebook was affected by this issue, and you paid to have your keyboard repaired, you can contact Apple about a refund. The program covers eligible MacBook, MacBook Air, and MacBook Pro models for four years after the first retail sale of the unit.
 

15-inch MacBook Pro Battery Recall Program

Apple has determined that, in a limited number of older generation 15-inch MacBook Pro units, the battery may overheat and pose a fire safety risk. Affected units were sold primarily between September 2015 and February 2017 and product eligibility is determined by the product serial number. Customer safety is always Apple’s top priority, and they have voluntarily decided to replace affected batteries, free of charge.
 

Eligible Models

First check to see which 15-inch MacBook Pro you have. Choose About This Mac from the Apple menu () in the upper-left corner of your screen. Confirm your model is “MacBook Pro (Retina, 15-inch, Mid 2015).” If you have that model, enter your computer’s serial number here to see if it is eligible for this program.
Note: No other MacBook Pro models are part of this program.

Replacement Process

Your MacBook Pro will be examined prior to any service to verify that it is eligible for this program. Service may take 3-5 days. To prepare your unit for service, before bringing it to Connecting Point SERVICE, please backup your data.
This program is for battery replacement only.

Additional Information

This worldwide Apple program doesn’t extend the standard warranty coverage of the 15-inch MacBook Pro. This program does not affect your statutory or warranty rights.
 

Further Information

For Apple’s complete list of these and other repairs, along with information on other avenues of repair besides Connecting Point SERVICE, visit the Apple website page here.