has the 15 size macbook become too big? is the 13 the new mainstream?
http://t-gaap.com/2011/4/13/macbook-buyers-guide-2011?site_locale=en
The 17" is the perfect mobile Mac/desktop replacement Mac. Especially for that sumptuous screen resolution.
Depending on a number of factors, in 2 years, I will upgrade to another 17" MBP. I use the power far more than the portability, and even the best Windows PC isn't as good with battery life... (the 17"s have a larger battery as well as the bigger screen... bigger can be cool. )
I agree that the trend is for smaller laptops with smaller screen sizes. However for me at least, the 13inch can't replace the 15inch until it gains a dedicated (or decent) gpu. But I guess thats only a matter of time.
In short: I still think the 15inch is the best notebook for today but it's days are numbered.
polbit said:Same here - I would love to have 1920x1200 on my 15", can't imagine using 13" with its 1280x800. Overall size of the 15" is perfect for me, although I wouldn't mind owning the 11" Air as well (or iPad 3 with Retina display).
Polbit
To me the 15" is the perfect trade off between the 13" and the 17". I get all of the "Power" of the 17" with a near portability of 13". We do have a 13" 2006 Black MACBOOK and it is nice but again the extra power of the 15" puts it over the edge for my personal needs.
has the 15 size macbook become too big?
I bought my mum a 15-inch MacBook Pro (with 1680x1050 pixels display) last year. Later, I sold my 24-inch iMac and went for the 11-inch MacBook Air. My friends thought I was crazy downgrading from a 1920x1200 pixels display to a 1366x768 pixels display. 4 months later, I am really get used to the 11-inch MBA form factor.
While traveling to Hong Kong, I bought my MBA and iPad 2 with me. Coming back to the States, I left the MBA in Hong Kong since my mum needed it.
Now, I have been using her 15-inch MBP for a couple days. At first, I couldn't take it, it's too heavy, big, and too hot to touch. I picked up my iPad 2 and iPhone 4 instead.
I actually use the 11-inch MBA on my lap in the sofa, this 15-inch is meant to be on a desk.
Interestingly, I stopped by the Apple Store yesterday and overheard that the 13-inch MBP is among the most popular model they have sold.
Is the 15-inch becoming too big. Yes and no. A 15-inch MacBook Air would be sweet.
has the 15 size macbook become too big? is the 13 the new mainstream?
http://t-gaap.com/2011/4/13/macbook-buyers-guide-2011?site_locale=en