So, seeing this forum here, it looks almost like everyone is having problems with their MBP's, which is bad, because I just thought about buying one ;( Are there still people out here which have had no problems with their MBP's? Also, I am going to follow a new study (Right word?) next year, like mid 2011, but my laptop just crashed and I need a new one. Would it be smart to buy one now? 15'' MBP, i5, 8GB's of RAM, will that last me for the next 5 years? Im going to do multimedia design. Thanks!
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Does everyone have problems
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My experience:
MBP 13" perfect, no problems.
Got a refurb 13" MBP for my brother, perfect, no issues.
Apple TV, several ipods, original iPhone, 3g, 3gs, and now 4g iphones all flawless without issues.
iPad - same, no issues.
People don't usually post when they have a problem free product.
MBP 13" perfect, no problems.
Got a refurb 13" MBP for my brother, perfect, no issues.
Apple TV, several ipods, original iPhone, 3g, 3gs, and now 4g iphones all flawless without issues.
iPad - same, no issues.
People don't usually post when they have a problem free product.
The only reason it looks like everyone has issues is because people typically only post here if they have a problem. People don't typically just post something about how great their computer is. The people posting here only represent a small portion of owners, so it's not an accurate representation of what actually happens. I have never had a problem with my computer, and now would be a good time to buy, I'm sure you could get 5 years out of it as well.
I wouldn't get a new computer just because it 'just crashed'. I would get it fixed and make it last. I reckon you should milk the life of your current machine until maybe the start of your course next year or after the first year.
Problems
I have a 13 and no problems. Perfect or damn close to it. My sons each have MBPs(one 13 and one 15) both perfect. One son's wife has a 13 and no problems.
I have a 13 and no problems. Perfect or damn close to it. My sons each have MBPs(one 13 and one 15) both perfect. One son's wife has a 13 and no problems.
No problems at all.
Some members have nothing better to do then pick on the smallest things ever and complain about it.
Some members have nothing better to do then pick on the smallest things ever and complain about it.
Okay, thanks guys!
I have been using this laptop for like 8 years now. I found the problem which is the graphicscard, it has Integrated graphics, so i reckon the motherboard/harddrive would need a replacement. And with a laptop this old, I don't think they would still have any left.
I have been using this laptop for like 8 years now. I found the problem which is the graphicscard, it has Integrated graphics, so i reckon the motherboard/harddrive would need a replacement. And with a laptop this old, I don't think they would still have any left.
I've had 100% NO problems with my 13" MacBook Pro. I've had it for 5 months and no problems yet ;-)
I know someone who has a MacBook Pro that is almost 5 yrs old and it hasn't had any problems yet.
My sister's MacBook is 2 yrs old and hasn't had any problems yet.
My iMac is almost 5 yrs old and hasn't had any problems apart from a DVD drive break down once.
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And I know a lot of others who have had no problems with their Macs
I know someone who has a MacBook Pro that is almost 5 yrs old and it hasn't had any problems yet.
My sister's MacBook is 2 yrs old and hasn't had any problems yet.
My iMac is almost 5 yrs old and hasn't had any problems apart from a DVD drive break down once.
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And I know a lot of others who have had no problems with their Macs
Apple makes great computers, but when they inevitably take a dump, like all technology, don't expect the repair process to be cakes and pie, especially if you go through 3rd party "certified" repair technicians.
If you find yourself deciding between a couple hour drive to the nearest genius bar or a couple minute drive to the nearest certified apple guys. Just go to the genius bar. Chances are you'll have your gear fixed 7 times faster than the other guys.
If you find yourself deciding between a couple hour drive to the nearest genius bar or a couple minute drive to the nearest certified apple guys. Just go to the genius bar. Chances are you'll have your gear fixed 7 times faster than the other guys.
8 years--time for a new laptop if you can afford it. You got your money's worth out of that one for sure.