Whenever Apple makes their first revision to their laptops, I will be buying one. The problem is right now, I don't know which one to get. I will either purchase a 2.4 4gb ram Macbook or a Macbook Pro with 2gb ram. While I like the fact that the Macbook will be cheaper, a size that is more portable, and 4gb ram, I don't like the fact that screen quality isn't as good as the Pro. I basically will be using my laptop for web browsing, watching DVD's, and Logic Express 8. I am not much into gaming. With that being said, what would be better for me? A 2.4 4gb Macbook or a Macbook Pro with 2gb ram? Is there any chance that Apple could in the future upgrade their Macbook screens? I know they get them from different companies. Which brand do most people seem to like so far and can you request a certain brand's screen or is it just random luck of the draw? Thanks guys
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From what you said you will be using it for (web browsing, watching DVD's, and Logic Express 8), it doesn't look like the screen "quality" will make a difference to you. Now, if you were a photographer or worked in graphics design, then yes, the screen "quality" would make a difference.
I think the Macbook would suit your needs based on what you said you are using it for. If the bigger screen, better graphics cards and firewire port make a difference to you, then you will probably want to go with the Macbook Pro.
I think the Macbook would suit your needs based on what you said you are using it for. If the bigger screen, better graphics cards and firewire port make a difference to you, then you will probably want to go with the Macbook Pro.
Thanks for the quick reply! Yeah, right now I think I am leaning more towards the Macbook than the Pro..
Take a couple of your favorite DVD's and get thee to an apple store (or a best buy). If you'll be doing a lot of movie watching on it, the MB screen may be a turn off with its deficiency to display dark colors.