Better Value: 12" iBook, 14" iBook, 12" PB

[Chundles]

If you have ever picked up both computers from the corner only it is obvious that the powerbook is built much better. The ibook "creeks" and feels "loose", where as the powerbook feels very sturdy and doesnt make any noises.

Mine doesn't, it's solid as a rock.

The iBook is definitely stronger, I've dropped mine from a decent height and done no damage where a PowerBook's soft aluminium case would be dented. The iBook scratches, the PB dents.

 

[drift1492]

Mine doesn't, it's solid as a rock.

The iBook is definitely stronger, I've dropped mine from a decent height and done no damage where a PowerBook's soft aluminium case would be dented. The iBook scratches, the PB dents.

Of course the ibook is stronger. I think they are even bullet proof. I was making the point that the powerbook is better "built"- as in tighter tolerances, same stuff in a smaller package, etc...

Not that being better "built" is always a good thing. The denting is a problem. Mine has a couple. I was just throwing in another "factor" for the thread starter to look at in making his decision. In no way was I saying one is better than the other.

I will however, go out on a limb and say DO NOT get the 14 ibook. The screen resoltuion is way too low.