I'm having a hard time choosing between a Macbook Pro 17" 2.93GHZ and an iMac 24" 3.06 MHZ. I never really go anywhere except a vacation every now and then in the summer. So which one do you think would be the best choice for me?
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Choosing between Macbook Pro and iMac
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I used to have a desktop, because the price got me better hardware for less money. Because I had my iPhone, e-mailing wasn't a problem. However, I realized that when I went on vacation that I missed having my computer with me--especially when I took pictures. I'd take all these pictures, but had nowhere to upload them to.
If you're a photographer or want to keep in touch when you're away on vacation, you should get the MBP. If these don't apply to you, go for the iMac.
Good luck.
If you're a photographer or want to keep in touch when you're away on vacation, you should get the MBP. If these don't apply to you, go for the iMac.
Good luck.
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Go with an iMac, especially because you have an iPhone already. If you take lots of vacation photos, get a large memory card, and share them with others after you get back.
Go with an iMac, especially because you have an iPhone already. If you take lots of vacation photos, get a large memory card, and share them with others after you get back.
iMac, definitely. You shouldn't really be using a computer that much on a vacation. It's all about relaxing and going out! 
Go with the iMac.
The refurb store's got some great deals.
http://store.apple.com/us/browse/home/specialdeals/mac/imac
If you're not upgrading to a Mobility 4850 then I'd definitely spring for the 3.06 with 8800GS.
If you're not gaming then the 2.8 GHz with 2600 is the absolute best deal Apple is offering in any of their lines.
The refurb store's got some great deals.
http://store.apple.com/us/browse/home/specialdeals/mac/imac
If you're not upgrading to a Mobility 4850 then I'd definitely spring for the 3.06 with 8800GS.
If you're not gaming then the 2.8 GHz with 2600 is the absolute best deal Apple is offering in any of their lines.
I am going to say iMac as well. Buying a 17 in MBP is a little over the top if you don't need to take it anywhere.
As a further suggestion, if you feel that you may need portability that your iPhone doesn't satisfy, you could go for a slightly lower-specced iMac and purchase a netbook too (install osx!)
As a further suggestion, if you feel that you may need portability that your iPhone doesn't satisfy, you could go for a slightly lower-specced iMac and purchase a netbook too (install osx!)
The 12" G4 Powerbook was possibly my favorite Apple laptop ever. Such a great form factor...