I will be getting a a Macbook and I need help deciding between the 2.4 and 2.0 ghz. I want to try to save money if possible. I will be using it mostly for school things, internet, music, some movies, Diablo 3 (only game I will ever put on it), and I may have to use bootcamp for school. I will be getting 4gb ram but would it run alright with 2.0ghz or should I just get the 2.4. Any price saving tips would be helpful as well. (I will be selling my ipod i get for free to)
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Need help 2.4ghz vs 2.0
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If a backlit keyboard is important to you then get the 2.4, if not then get the 2.0 and upgrade it.
Also check online in the Apple store for refubs you can save money that way, go to your school store while your online and you can save even more.
If your only legitimate gripe is that one is plastic and the other is aluminum then you're just buying for aesthetics. If you're buying for aesthetics then what's good/bad is going to differ from person to person.
Most definitely, and one of the factors I consider when buying a computer is aesthetics. I think the aluminum MB is much sleeker and less prone to many things that the white plastic MB is prone to, i.e., discoloration, scratching, disconnecting and misaligned pieces (especially the top piece with the keyboard disconnecting from the main body piece). I think that most all of my friends who own plastic MBs have seen their computers crack and chip, disconnect layers and just look generally worn out, which not only decreases resale value but also decreases my satisfaction with the product. Hence, I have to take aesthetics and long-term satisfaction into consideration.
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These are the only skins I'll put on my electronics. You can peel off at any point and won't leave ANY residue, however you can't then put it back on. Literally the best bang for your buck and corners and sides never flare up. Great clear protection.
These are the only skins I'll put on my electronics. You can peel off at any point and won't leave ANY residue, however you can't then put it back on. Literally the best bang for your buck and corners and sides never flare up. Great clear protection.
That's a fairly one-sided appraisal of the situation. While plastic might be prone to the issues you mention above, Aluminum has its own set of disadvantages as well. See any of the threads about small dents or grounding issues.