Is Two (2") Inches Worth $200?

[mlerules]

My laptop is (nearly) dead; long live my laptop!

I'm looking at the 13" vs. 15" MacBookPro w/same specs otherwise (2.53GHz, 250GB hard drive, 4GB memory). Feedback appreciated.

EDIT: 4.5 lbs vs. 5.5 lbs, but GelSkins're only avail for the 15". I could prolly fit the new 13.3" in my same 'puter bag, otherwise I'll need a new one.

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My dos centavos

[glitch25.livejournal.com]

Depends what you plan to do with it. If you're going to be staring at the screen for hours doing text based or graphic based work, I'd go with the bigger screen. If you're using it for casual browsing and such, the 13 should be fine assuming you're comfortable working with it.

When in doubt, and if you have not already done so, hit up an Apple store and compare them first hand.

Re: My dos centavos

[mlerules.livejournal.com]

I'm planning on hitting the Apple Store in a bit, but wanted to solicit thoughts/opinions beforehand (thx for yours) as I tend to get/feel overwhelmed once I'm there. *sigh* I do NOT really enjoy this - and it's my 1st time flying solo buying a 'puter EVER, as my ex-hubby's always been there w/me before. (And I've already spent a fair amount of time on the phone w/him this morning!)

Re: My dos centavos

[glitch25.livejournal.com]

*hugs* Just remember that you can always walk out empty handed for that particular visit. Go with a goal in mind and stick to it. And if you aren't ready to rock at that point, make mental or paper notes about your thoughts at the time, and then step away to regroup.

Best of luck!

Re: My dos centavos

[mlerules.livejournal.com]

True - thx.

[clayshaper.livejournal.com]

When Jim bought his Aspire One (a tiny net-book laptop) I thought he was crazy- it sports a 10.1 inch screen... but I have used it, and you know, for the purposes of searching the web, doing homework, doing email, etc... it's GREAT!! That's all he ever uses it for, and it's PERFECT. He uses it to take notes in school, and the tiny screen doesn't hamper that kind of thing even a little! I am very surprised!

That said, I plan to buy a MUCH bigger screen if I ever get a laptop- because my primary use for a laptop would be photography. I would be using it to edit with photoshop, so would be in need of a BIG screen to see subtle details- I know me, I would also use it to play games, which are more fun on a larger screen... it's not likely I will afford one anytime soon, but that's the thing, ya know? Everyone's needs and uses are different!

I'd say not to be worried about the screen size unless you're doing a LOT on it- it shows the full screen in a smaller size, sure, but you can always use the zoom feature!

[jibb.livejournal.com]

I'd also say it depends on how you'll use the computer. I've got a three year old 15" MacBook Pro, and I've got a 3 year old 13" MacBook at work. The main differences, which seem to carry through to today's models, are the size, screen, and graphics card.

The smaller computer is definitely nicer for carrying around every day, but I find the larger screen to be much nicer to work on. I don't know if you have a preference, but I much prefer matte/antiglare screens to the glossy ones, and matte is only available on the 15" model. The other difference is the graphics card---the 15" model actually has two graphics cards (you can turn on the ), while the 13" only has the slower of the two cards. If you'd want to play graphics-intensive games, that'd be a point in favor of the 15".

Good luck with whichever shiny hunk of aluminum you end up with.

[stardragan.livejournal.com]

I have a 15" Macbook pro that is about 3 years old and love it. It still works wonderfully and I use it for photo editing .

[dritikol.livejournal.com]

I would gladly pay $200 for an extra 2"

*waiting for the obvious comeback*