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  • #31
    Originally posted by Verto
    Is the G series good? I know in an earlier thread you mentioned how there was on series (T, I think?) that was excellent, but some of the others were questionable?
    From biggest to smallest:

    G series = bulky desktop replacement
    R series = mainstream
    T series = performance/portability
    X series = extreme portability

    T series is where it's at, IMO. T43 are the ultimate laptops.

    But pricey.
    "The issue is there are still many people out there that use religion as a crutch for bigotry and hate. Like Ben."
    Ben Kenobi: "That means I'm doing something right. "

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    • #32
      Originally posted by Imran Siddiqui
      Verto, if you really want a mac, try one out first (you may not like OS X) and go for the Powerbook over the ibook.


      Yeah, Mac stores in malls are good for this. They'll let you play with the things for hours if you wanted to.
      The nearest store here that has Apple products, aside from iPods, is CompUSA about 15 minutes away. I was a bit irritated when I learned the Best Buy 2 minutes from my house doesn't carry anything Mac at all.

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      • #33
        Originally posted by Verto
        The nearest store here that has Apple products, aside from iPods, is CompUSA about 15 minutes away. I was a bit irritated when I learned the Best Buy 2 minutes from my house doesn't carry anything Mac at all.
        When the computer maker has 2% of the marketshare, that's not unexpected.
        "The issue is there are still many people out there that use religion as a crutch for bigotry and hate. Like Ben."
        Ben Kenobi: "That means I'm doing something right. "

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        • #34
          Originally posted by Asher

          From biggest to smallest:

          G series = bulky desktop replacement
          R series = mainstream
          T series = performance/portability
          X series = extreme portability

          T series is where it's at, IMO. T43 are the ultimate laptops.

          But pricey.
          Looks like getting a DVD drive in the G series is a 100$ + option..surely I must be mistaken?

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          • #35
            I tried out an iMac while at UT (oh, what a fine looking machine ) - I'd really go for one of those, except I think the portability of a laptop is something I need more. I tinkered with it for 5 minutes or so, and although I'd obviously need to experiment with it more indepth before I did purchase one, I liked it.


            Cool.

            If you want to get an idea of some of the latest mac stuff, watch Jobs' last Macworld Keynote. He demos most of the software that comes standard and you can fast forward the boring bits.

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            http://www.apple.com/quicktime/qtv/mwsf05/


            I like Garageband. I bet I'd like it even more if I were a musician.
            Only feebs vote.

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            • #36
              The nearest store here that has Apple products, aside from iPods, is CompUSA about 15 minutes away. I was a bit irritated when I learned the Best Buy 2 minutes from my house doesn't carry anything Mac at all.


              I hope they'll let you have a go.

              If you do get a mac and are a student, you will be able to get Office 2004 at student pricing. It's an excellent piece of software, and I recommend it.
              Only feebs vote.

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              • #37
                Originally posted by Verto
                Looks like getting a DVD drive in the G series is a 100$ + option..surely I must be mistaken?
                I've no clue.

                I'd honestly avoid the G-series...

                The lowest I'd go is the R-series.

                And honestly, if you're on a budget, go Dell or Toshiba. There's more value for you there.
                "The issue is there are still many people out there that use religion as a crutch for bigotry and hate. Like Ben."
                Ben Kenobi: "That means I'm doing something right. "

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                • #38
                  Originally posted by laurentius
                  So get a Dell

                  Mine was made in Ireland
                  So was mine It took 3 weeks to get across the Irish Sea to Chester, but it's a good laptop.

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                  • #39
                    If you do get a mac and are a student, you will be able to get Office 2004 at student pricing. It's an excellent piece of software, and I recommend it.
                    Erm, you qualify for MS academic pricing regardless of platform.

                    The UofC offers most MS software legally for PC absolutely free. Including Visual Studio Enterprise, which usually costs thousands of dollars
                    "The issue is there are still many people out there that use religion as a crutch for bigotry and hate. Like Ben."
                    Ben Kenobi: "That means I'm doing something right. "

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                    • #40
                      I just wish other companies would try to match the exterior appeal of Apple. I'm going to aim at testing some of these out in person, and see how they feel.

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                      • #41
                        If you want to buy a fashion accessory, go Apple.

                        If you want to buy functionality and utility, go IBM.

                        If you want bang for your buck, go Dell/Toshiba.
                        "The issue is there are still many people out there that use religion as a crutch for bigotry and hate. Like Ben."
                        Ben Kenobi: "That means I'm doing something right. "

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                        • #42
                          Originally posted by Asher



                          And honestly, if you're on a budget, go Dell or Toshiba. There's more value for you there.
                          Do Dell do a 'warehouse' type thing over there, stuff like returns etc, it knocked £100 off my 1150 Inspiron.

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                          • #43
                            I think Apple shows you can have "fashion" and functionality. And the iBook is pretty good bang for your buck, from the reviews it has received; not as much as what Dell and Toshiba have, of course, but it doesn't lag far behind.

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                            • #44
                              Originally posted by Verto
                              I think Apple shows you can have "fashion" and functionality.


                              The thing has one mouse/touchpad button...
                              "The issue is there are still many people out there that use religion as a crutch for bigotry and hate. Like Ben."
                              Ben Kenobi: "That means I'm doing something right. "

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                              • #45
                                Which is easily bypassed.

                                Before I sign off, let me say thanks for the feedback so far.

                                And on a sidenote, is there a schedule for when new laptop models are released?

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