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I would recommend AppleCare and getting extra RAM. AppleCare often pays for itself. Purchase the amount of RAM that you can afford, 1 GB would make a noticeable increase in performance.
The software would depend on you interests and money. Mac OS X has a lot of software built in already.
The software would depend on you interests and money. Mac OS X has a lot of software built in already.
Depends what you need...
Software?
More RAM?
External drive to back up your machine and to hold extra data?
Decent surge suppressor to plug it into?
Blank CD-Rs/DVD-Rs?
Frilly lace panties?
Like I say, depends what you need...
Software?
More RAM?
External drive to back up your machine and to hold extra data?
Decent surge suppressor to plug it into?
Blank CD-Rs/DVD-Rs?
Frilly lace panties?
Like I say, depends what you need...
More Ram, definitely. Crucial have some great prices.
An external Drive at home would be a good idea as well. I have a LaCie 250GB which is great. If you have a .Mac account download Backup and use that with your external drive.
Again, for home use, an iCurve and external keyboard would be nice. I have
an iCurve, which I use with an Apple BT keyboard and mouse combo at work (at home I have an iMac)
I would wait on the AppleCare until near the end of your first year as you're covered for now. Use your dosh on any combination of the above. Just don't forget your personal year-end!
Vanilla
An external Drive at home would be a good idea as well. I have a LaCie 250GB which is great. If you have a .Mac account download Backup and use that with your external drive.
Again, for home use, an iCurve and external keyboard would be nice. I have
an iCurve, which I use with an Apple BT keyboard and mouse combo at work (at home I have an iMac)
I would wait on the AppleCare until near the end of your first year as you're covered for now. Use your dosh on any combination of the above. Just don't forget your personal year-end!
Vanilla
to browse the internet wireless and an ipod because it just so freakin cool, and it will actually work now that he as a macdotdotdot said:
CanadaRAM said:Depends what you need...
Software?
More RAM?
External drive to back up your machine and to hold extra data?
Decent surge suppressor to plug it into?
Blank CD-Rs/DVD-Rs?
Frilly lace panties?
Like I say, depends what you need...
Love the new Avitar CanadaRAM!
I would also suggest a screen protector to make sure your keyboard does not scratch the screen. Also, if the case you got was a backpack style case I would also think about getting a sleeve. Oh, and a stand such as the iCurve! those PB's can get pretty HOT!
. Finally if you are going to be in an office or lab etc where it may, for mere moments, be out of sight a good mobile lock would be a good investment.
I have 3 PBs; so I went through what you are going through now. Here are things you may want to consider:
For viewing,
ACD 20" or/and 23"
For desktop ergonomics,
External keyboard (wired one or BT, Apple's keyboards are sweet; Kensington's slim keyboard is also nice)
Cool pad (to keep you pb cool)
iCurve (to increase your desktop real estate while keep the pb cool)
External mice (there are so many; I have the collection of mice from Logitech, Kensington, and Targus)
USB hubs and Firewire hubs (these come in handy if you are prone to plug in and out something often as the hub will get the wear and tear beating instead of the PB's USB and Firewire ports.
For additional storage or back up needs,
External hard drive (I have Lacie 250 GB, 160 GB, Arcom 160 GB, Lacie's new mobile 100 GB hard drive)
For travelling,
Various types of carrying bags (I have bunch of bags from Blooq, Brenthaven, inCase)
Extra AC adaptor (I keep the extra one in my travel bag so that I don't have to take the time to pick up the AC adapor I used at my desk)
Universal Car/Air adaptor (I have the one from Kensington)
For cleaning,
iKlear (I have not yet used them even though I have two brand new packages here; my PBs are so clean)
Micro Fiber towel to clean and wipe your PB (rough cloth will scratch the exterior and screen)
Of course, there are more to complement your PBs, such as printer, scanner, iPod, small flash drive, surge protector/battery back up, external computer speakers,................
For viewing,
ACD 20" or/and 23"
For desktop ergonomics,
External keyboard (wired one or BT, Apple's keyboards are sweet; Kensington's slim keyboard is also nice)
Cool pad (to keep you pb cool)
iCurve (to increase your desktop real estate while keep the pb cool)
External mice (there are so many; I have the collection of mice from Logitech, Kensington, and Targus)
USB hubs and Firewire hubs (these come in handy if you are prone to plug in and out something often as the hub will get the wear and tear beating instead of the PB's USB and Firewire ports.
For additional storage or back up needs,
External hard drive (I have Lacie 250 GB, 160 GB, Arcom 160 GB, Lacie's new mobile 100 GB hard drive)
For travelling,
Various types of carrying bags (I have bunch of bags from Blooq, Brenthaven, inCase)
Extra AC adaptor (I keep the extra one in my travel bag so that I don't have to take the time to pick up the AC adapor I used at my desk)
Universal Car/Air adaptor (I have the one from Kensington)
For cleaning,
iKlear (I have not yet used them even though I have two brand new packages here; my PBs are so clean)
Micro Fiber towel to clean and wipe your PB (rough cloth will scratch the exterior and screen)
Of course, there are more to complement your PBs, such as printer, scanner, iPod, small flash drive, surge protector/battery back up, external computer speakers,................
I picked up a mighty mouse and a nice case that it slips into. I have an epson r300 printer. I think im going to get extra ram soon and a 60 gig ipod so i can use that as an external storage device also.
In terms of software and games - whats hot?
In terms of software and games - whats hot?
Extra Ram and a external hard drive and a nice case and your all set. I also use a lapdesk when using my laptops IN my lap. I think mine is a Kensington product. ENJOY!!!!
Definitely more RAM!
I also highly recommend getting an Airport Express! The few people I have switched rave over this amazing piece of hardware within minutes of getting it home! Not only does it make using your new PB much more free... but AirTunes is just one of my favourite features to show off when people come over!
I have over 6000 songs in my PB, and I can't remember the last time I used a CD?! iPod in car / walking / work, and at home - AirTunes... as the Airport Express gives me wireless high speed internet - but also allows for wirless printing, and I have my home theatre system plugged into it as well - so all my CDs in my PB play out through my Home Theatre system!
You have a new case which is great - but I would recommend a sleeve as well. I have two good cases / bags but always put my PB into its sleeve before putting it in the bag.
QuickTime Pro is something that I bought fairly early on as well - and am glad I did. As the other posts noted there are thousands of free apps available on the net.
Microsoft Office for Mac - essential in my humble opinion as well.
External hard drive - will probably be something that you will look into in coming weeks / months.
I also highly recommend getting an Airport Express! The few people I have switched rave over this amazing piece of hardware within minutes of getting it home! Not only does it make using your new PB much more free... but AirTunes is just one of my favourite features to show off when people come over!
I have over 6000 songs in my PB, and I can't remember the last time I used a CD?! iPod in car / walking / work, and at home - AirTunes... as the Airport Express gives me wireless high speed internet - but also allows for wirless printing, and I have my home theatre system plugged into it as well - so all my CDs in my PB play out through my Home Theatre system!
You have a new case which is great - but I would recommend a sleeve as well. I have two good cases / bags but always put my PB into its sleeve before putting it in the bag.
QuickTime Pro is something that I bought fairly early on as well - and am glad I did. As the other posts noted there are thousands of free apps available on the net.
Microsoft Office for Mac - essential in my humble opinion as well.
External hard drive - will probably be something that you will look into in coming weeks / months.
CanadaRAM said:Depends what you need...
Software?
More RAM?
External drive to back up your machine and to hold extra data?
Decent surge suppressor to plug it into?
Blank CD-Rs/DVD-Rs?
Frilly lace panties?
Like I say, depends what you need...
The final choice may not exactly enhance the Mac experience (of course, I could be wrong about that), but following the purchase of a PowerBook it is easy on the piggy bank ... it is the cheapest alternative.