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It's time for a new Macbook or Laptop. Suggestions?
Posted on 11/11/14 at 12:33 pm
Posted on 11/11/14 at 12:33 pm
I currently have the '09 13 inch Macbook unibody. I'm considering looking at the macbook air & other smaller laptops. Especially since I'm mainly using this for streaming music/tv shows, writing & normal internet use.
TIA
TIA
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Posted on 11/11/14 at 12:36 pm to JBeam
the macbook air is supposed to get a refresh soon, I wouldn't buy the current gen. I would wait.
Once they release the retina model, the non-retina models might have a nice drop in price.
Once they release the retina model, the non-retina models might have a nice drop in price.
Posted on 11/11/14 at 12:41 pm to JBeam
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Especially since I'm mainly using this for streaming music/tv shows, writing & normal internet use.
I wouldn't waste money on a Macbook in that case then. Can definitely find a laptop under $500 that would suit your needs.
Posted on 11/11/14 at 2:14 pm to JBeam
Check out the lenovo yoga series.
Posted on 11/11/14 at 2:20 pm to JBeam
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Then how about getting with the program? Why don't you jump on the team and come on in for the big win?
Posted on 11/11/14 at 2:21 pm to JBeam
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I currently have the '09 13 inch Macbook unibody. I'm considering looking at the macbook air & other smaller laptops. Especially since I'm mainly using this for streaming music/tv shows, writing & normal internet use.
TIA
Sell it on EBay-- trade up to a more current model off Craig's list--
Probably could move up to a 2012 for a few hundred bucks.
Posted on 11/11/14 at 2:37 pm to JBeam
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Especially since I'm mainly using this for streaming music/tv shows, writing & normal internet use.
No need to go spend a grand or more on a MacBook then. Get something cheap
Posted on 11/11/14 at 3:52 pm to JBeam
I have a 13" Macbook Air for sale in Baton Rouge if you are interested.
Posted on 11/11/14 at 9:55 pm to JBeam
I'd wait to see when the Macbook Airs get a refresh - that is, a Retina screen. I'd kill for one of those.
If not, and you want it now, go with a 13" Macbook Pro with a Retina screen - it is light and easy to haul around - it is what I use everyday for my business, school work (I'm getting another degree), and everyday stuff. It does everything and looks fantastic.
If not, and you want it now, go with a 13" Macbook Pro with a Retina screen - it is light and easy to haul around - it is what I use everyday for my business, school work (I'm getting another degree), and everyday stuff. It does everything and looks fantastic.
Posted on 11/12/14 at 4:29 am to JBeam
I'd probably just get an iPad with a Bluetooth keyboard if I were you. Surface Pro 3 is nice too, but more pricey.
I had a MBA a few months ago that I ended up returning. Didn't love the screen on it, so I'd definitely wait for the retina version if that's an issue.
I had a MBA a few months ago that I ended up returning. Didn't love the screen on it, so I'd definitely wait for the retina version if that's an issue.
This post was edited on 11/12/14 at 4:30 am
Posted on 11/12/14 at 11:23 am to JBeam
Go with a Macbook. However I'm kind of a Mac fanboy so don't listen to me. :)
Posted on 11/12/14 at 1:38 pm to JBeam
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I currently have the '09 13 inch Macbook unibody. I'm considering looking at the macbook air & other smaller laptops. Especially since I'm mainly using this for streaming music/tv shows, writing & normal internet use.
Personally I would say it comes down not to the features of the laptop, as with the exception of a touch screen and maybe a stylus pen, mac should have those same features. But I think it comes down to the OS. That is if price isn't an option.
I think Mac OS is better than Windows, at-least for users who want something user friendly. Because you have a mac I think it is best to stick mac because you are use to it.
But I do think that you can still get a solid computer if it's not a mac. Probably even better than the air for the same or less of a price.
Personally if I was only using it for light RAM use, than it should come down to price and OS.
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