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4legsmedia

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I'm planning on buying an iMac 20", and buying an iLugger iMac bag, to carry it to my work from time to time. Ok, I know it's gonna be heavy.
But what do you think? Is it doable? (I'm pretty strong :p) Would you do it?
I have to travel by public transport.

http://luggerbags.com/G5.htm

A MBP is also an option, but not for me >> too expensive, I need the stronger videocard, extra hdd space and big screen. If I was rich I'd buy them both. But I don't want 2 computers, have to sync data all the time.


Sorry if my question is ridiculous. :p
 
4legsmedia said:
I'm planning on buying an iMac 20", and buying an iLugger iMac bag, to carry it to my work from time to time.
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How often is from "time to time" ? If you really need a portable computer with the stronger video card, I'd get a refurb 15" MBP ($1549) or 15" powerbook ($1349) and a 20" screen for work (~$300).

IMHO, that's what I'd do. :)
 
If you wind up taking it to work more than, say, once a month, it would be advisable to look for something more portable.
 
Seriously, you're going to want a MBP. Lugging a desktop around with you, even one as small as an iMac, would be a royal PITA.
 
to answer his question.......

4legsmedia said:
But what do you think? Is it doable? (I'm pretty strong :p) Would you do it?
I have to travel by public transport.

http://luggerbags.com/G5.htm

A MBP is also an option, but not for me >> too expensive,Sorry if my question is ridiculous. :p
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ur question is not ridiculous.
if MBP is not an option
and u really think the iMac is ur best option
then go for it!

yes it is heavy
Weight: 15.5 pounds (7 kg)
(give or take)
+ mouse/keyboard & cables

but 15 lbs won't kill ya

the ilugger
or other type products are out there for this reason
to bring ur machine around
carefully
it will be bulky
but possible

try to avoid peak rush hour times on public transport?
& just take your time
don't be in a rush...etc
running w/ this bad-boy is a no-no

and also- don't expect to keep the machine in perfect condition
a few scratches/dings will happen

else- i'd say go for it
maybe (if possible)
go to an apple store & lift an imac
just so you get an idea of how heavy it is.
 
Okay, I just bought a 20" iMac for college, and have ordered and iLugger. I'll be packing it to bring to school and to come back home every month(maybe twice a month), and to take with me when I travel. The wieght is perfectly doable. I am a girl, just shy of 130 pounds(im a swimmer, so I suppose I'm pretty strong, but still...come on 15.5 lbs?), and I can handle the iMac just fine. If you are taking it work, its just a matter, of slipping it over the top of the computer, tossing in the mouse and keyboard and carrying it the short distance to the car. It's not like you are trying to take a hike with it, or set it up on a plane. Carrying it short distances should give you no trouble at all, and it's not a hassel to deal with(1 cord plugs it into the wall, and the keyboard and mouse wiegh almost nothing. If you are carrying it for a distance, it's still not that bad. My dean told me that it was probobly a possibility I might need to set my computer up in a lab across campus to do graphics work in class from time to time. I'm not concerned, because I'm pretty sure I can handle a 20 pound bag. I'm SO pleased with my iMac, I'm a new Mac user(this being my first one) and I considered a MBP...but I'm so glad I chose my iMac, it thrills me and the screen is fantastic. I wouldn't change a thing. :) If you think it's for you, then go for it, I certainly was not dissappointed.
 
Well, I hope my new work will buy an iMac for me. :D
If only the MBP had a larger harddisk + 7200 rpm. Lets say 160 gb at least.
 
4legsmedia said:
Well, I hope my new work will buy an iMac for me. :D
If only the MBP had a larger harddisk + 7200 rpm. Lets say 160 gb at least.
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So if your work buys the iMac for you, you can just leave it there right? Then after a few weeks you can begin to explain how much work you could get done if you had a portable as well... :D
 
whatever floats your boat.

but the girl above said its convenient to pack up for coming to and from college which is a great reason to get that bag.
 
discoforce said:
So if your work buys the iMac for you, you can just leave it there right? Then after a few weeks you can begin to explain how much work you could get done if you had a portable as well... :D
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Yep the mac I get from work will just stay there. :p
Now I'm looking @ MPB or iMac, still not sure.
 
onlyONE said:
Okay, I just bought a 20" iMac for college, and have ordered and iLugger. I'll be packing it to bring to school and to come back home every month(maybe twice a month), and to take with me when I travel. ... My dean told me that it was probobly a possibility I might need to set my computer up in a lab across campus to do graphics work in class from time to time. I'm not concerned, because I'm pretty sure I can handle a 20 pound bag.
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Even though you don't seem to use public transport as the original poster, I am looking forward to hearing from you again about this in 6 months. I know how it feels to carry a heavier laptop along with a one or two hardcover books for reasonable distances. Yes, I really like my iMac as well, but turning it into a portable is a bit too much.

Is iLugger at least a backpack type instead of a "side" bag? You don't want to hurt your spine.
 
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