Pros/Cons of Macbook Pro used as laptop & desktop

[Hatchet]

I use my 15" MBP as my primary machine. The only limitation I have found is when playing high graphic intensity video games, otherwise my MBP works great as a desktop replacement. Don't worry about overheating. If it is sitting on a desk you will not notice the overheat issue.

By the way, congratulations on getting your first mac.

Thanks! As for me, I don't do any gaming so that should solidify this purchase.

Let the countdown begin!

 

[eXan]

The main reason why i was asking is when i go to my local apple store, the MBP units feel warm to the touch as they are on all day. But, they are open as well.

man, its a computer... and computers get warm (hot) when they are working... nothing wrong with that

 

[aquajet]

As mentioned, there is no worry with using any MB or MBP in clamshell mode. Apple specifically specify that this is a feature.

I've used my Core Duo MBP in clamshell mode many times without any issues. And the Core Duo is supposedly the hottest of all in the family.

 

[Hatchet]

man, its a computer... and computers get warm (hot) when they are working... nothing wrong with that

I understand they can get warm when they are working, but some get really warm to the touch and shut themselves down. I've seen it multiple times with pc's so I was just checking before i made the same mistake.