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I'm looking for a new laptop, I have an HP now, would a MacBook be a good decision

Asked by carlingaudet (17points) March 3rd, 2008 from iPhone
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woodlandanimals's avatar

yes, macbooks are awesome. great size for portability.. get an extra monitor if you use it at a desk frequently.

had mine for over a year and it’s great.

get the base model and order more ram from newegg, it’s really really easy to put in yourself and 4gigs is $120

cwilbur's avatar

Do you plan to use OS X? If not, a MacBook is likely to be a poor choice because the cost of Windows will add significantly to its price tag.

Riser's avatar

what do you need to do with it? I’m a 10 year mac guywho loves these machines but they aren’t for everyone.

Highest Regards,

Daniel Riser

canusee's avatar

Mac’s are super great but the cost of programs are very pricey! Your New Mac will come with a bunch of trail programs and then more monies will need to be spent…you will see.

speakerhead's avatar

I think it would be a good idea to get a MacBook now. They just upgraded them very recently and they are very good for the price.

vandykenf3's avatar

I definitely agree, now is the time. If you want a good, reliable computer that has the option of running Windows or just Windows apps only when needed, then you can’t go wrong.

I would say if you are a big gamer, then you may want to stick with a Windows based PC.

Fallstand's avatar

I will never go back to a PC after getting a Mac.. So if you can accept that fact then go for it

Riser's avatar

4 crashed PCs taught me to stick with Mac, except their iPods. Those things have issues.

jtvoar16's avatar

I agree with Riser. Mac’s rock, but iPods have got major screwed up issuses. I would rocomend a MacBook but be warned; they are a “static” machine meaning if you want to upgrade anything but RAM you ether; void your warenty and do it yourself with a lot of mental and physical stress, or send it to a mac store and spend 300$+ to do it. Or get an external HDD.

djbyron's avatar

Another amen from me for a MacBook… Just got one for my wife last week after salivating for months. So far it’s lived up to the hype and we love it! I’ll be getting a MacBook Pro myself soon!

kfiz's avatar

Dude. If I were you, I’d switch to a Mac a.s.a.p. The new Macbook is just upgraded so now’s the time!

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