 "Cool laptop, but over-priced" | 2009-08-06 |
| - Reviewed By tson25 |
Mac is a good OS with better user interface and integration than Windows. Better tech support than some of the larger sellers like Dell, Lenovo and HP. Smaller target from worm/virus attacks compared to Windows (this doesn't make Mac more secure, by the way). Better multimedia apps which are already part of the OS. Nice and hip design. I can see why so many people gravitate toward Apple products these days. Personally, though, I can't justify the extra cost for having a "cool" laptop. And those extra features I mentioned are not enough to sway many seasoned PC users away from Mac unless one has money to burn....so to speak.
I recently bought Dell Studio XPS16 with following configuration for my wife: 15.4-in screen, 2.53 ghz w/ 1033 FSB, 4 GB memory, 500 gb hard drive @7200 rpm, ATI graphic card with dedicated 512 mb memory. I paid about $1250 including tax (free shipping). My wife needs a solid performance to run memory-guzzling applications like Photoshop, Illustrator, AutoCAD and Autodesk Ravit.
Similar MacBook pro on Apple website (with smaller hard drive and integrated graphic card) comes out to about $1860 with tax (based on CA sales tax). One listed here on Amazon.com has lesser hardware specs than current one listed on Apple website, but is still selling for $1500. You can do the math. Cool design matters, but not for extra $250 to $600.
Apple makes good products and made mundane computing products into something fashionable. And it also knows people will pay premium to get it. I may decide to get Mac one day, but definitely not at its current pricing. It's simply overpriced for what it actually delivers. |
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 "MacBook Pro - beautiful computer in every way" | 2009-07-12 |
| - Reviewed By User: A3DM2DSNKIW8O7 |
I have owned one of these computers for two years now. As a student that is working and stressing for an average of 17 hours a day, this computer is amazing.
It's entirely dependable, and even after two years, it doesnt feel like it has slowed down at all. The computer looks great, performs great, and the constant updates and enthusiastic fan community really make sure that every aspect of the computer is great.
Before purchasing this computer, I had two main concerns, cost and compatibility.
Compatibility - As an intensive user of Microsoft Office, I was concerned with the fact that the Mac version seems very crippled. Turns out that with the proper software (I like VMWARE), you can install a Windows system and run the windows version of Office. It's a great solution, and the computer will not slow down much. As for all the other Mac programs, I love all of them. When I first started using my Mac, I couldnt get over how integrated everything is; it really feels like it's YOUR computer.
Cost - at $1200 (the price this laptop is listed at), it's a bargain. If the laptop cost any more, I'd definitely still consider a PC because there are some pretty inexpensive computing alternates.
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| "Don't hesitate" | 2009-06-03 |
| - Reviewed By User: AHS57L7PRH9K2 |
| The price may be a bit daunting for some but it's well worth it. Very high quality all around. I can't say enough good things that haven't already been said. Go get it. You know you want it. |
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 "Last years Apple Macbook Pro computer" | 2009-03-26 |
| - Reviewed By User: AG37RKOB2O0OU |
The computer that I purchased from you on Feb. 20th, 2009 is very nice & the price was definitely what convinced me to buy the Macbook Pro over the regular Macbook. I did not need the more deluxe computer for my needs, but figured for only $300 more, it was worth it. I was very surprised to find that the computer you sent me was last years model & that is why the computer was cheaper. I did not read in your advertisement that the computer was last years model. I am disappointed & have had trouble with warranty issues as Apple shows the computer being sold in 2008. It took three attempts to convince Apple that I purchased the computer in February 2009.
I would have definitely purchased the standard Macbook for $1,299.00 through my retail apple store & had the new model with everything I need & the convenience of saying I purchased the computer from them, which is always a plus when needing service or help with troubleshooting or any problems.
I hope you will make this more evident in your advertisements in the future so people will be sure of what they are getting.
Sincerely,
Wyndell Williams,
(206) 937-0550 - H
(202) 903-7720 - M |
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| "Switching from a PC is worth it" | 2009-03-08 |
| - Reviewed By User: A1ZW6TWCB4NQU5 |
| As a longtime PC user I was hesitant to make the switch. After 6 months with this machine, I'm glad I did. It's stable, fast, and everything just works. I thought it would take a long time for me to get used to the "mac way of doing things" but it really just took about a week. Now I'm hooked. |
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| "Phenomenal Laptop" | 2009-03-06 |
| - Reviewed By User: AYDS27E60FH0A |
Apple MacBook Pro MB133LL/A 15.4-inch Laptop (2.4 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo Processor, 2 GB RAM, 200 GB Hard Drive, DVD/CD SuperDrive)
I have never used such a simple, enjoyable computer. The workmanship and quality of Apple equipment is the best I've seen. I would DEFINITELY recommend this phenomenal notebook. |
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