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Thinking of getting a MB

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tvbi

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the last gen. MB on Amazon is selling for $870 (after 5% off and $75 rebate).. I think I can sell my 12" PB for around high $500 .. is the upgrade worth $280? :(
 
It depends on what you plan on using it for. You didn't post specs of the MB you're looking at? But based on it being latest gen., I'd say it's a nice little speed boost. It would be worth it to me, but I have no idea for you, sorry.
 
Huge performance increase is a plus...
Larger screen size is a plus...
Larger form factor could be a minus, depending on how important it is to have the smallest size laptop...

To me the pluses far outweigh the minuses...
 
tvbi said:
the last gen. MB on Amazon is selling for $870 (after 5% off and $75 rebate).. I think I can sell my 12" PB for around high $500 .. is the upgrade worth $280? :(
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Where are you getting 5% off? I see the rebate, but it only brings it to like 920.
 
Why not go the Apple Store route?

If it's the $999 MacBook on Amazon that you're talking about, a refurb with the same specs from the Apple Store is only $849

Refurbished MacBook 2.0GHz Intel Core 2 Duo - White
13.3-inch glossy widescreen display
1GB memory
80GB hard drive
Combo drive (DVD-ROM/CD-RW)
Built-in iSight camera

Learn More

• Save 23% off the original price
Original price: $1,099.00
Your price: $849.00
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closeupman said:
Yes, but that's REFURB. The one on Amazon is new, plus no taxes!
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Just to make sure that you understand that situation correctly: When you buy from Amazon, you have to pay tax on it. Amazon will not charge you the tax and send it to your state, but you have to tell the IRS on your next tax return about it and pay your taxes.

Obviously 99% of people will "forget" to do that and 99% of those who forget will not be caught, but you shouldn't assume that Amazon is cheaper - they just give you an easy opportunity for tax evasion.
 
The 12 inch Powerbook is a beautiful machine. If you are becoming frustrated with your it, then get rid of it. Otherwise, keep it. If it ain't slow, don't dump it.
 
I went from a 1.33GHz iBook G4 to an original generation MacBook with a 1.83GHz Core Duo. That leap was huge. Going to this MacBook will be even greater.

I paid a LOT more than $280 to change too. I think at $280 it's definitely worth the money.
 
neiltc13 said:
I went from a 1.33GHz iBook G4 to an original generation MacBook with a 1.83GHz Core Duo. That leap was huge. Going to this MacBook will be even greater.

I paid a LOT more than $280 to change too. I think at $280 it's definitely worth the money.
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Depending on what the OP does with his computer, you may just have changed my mind. Owning both a 2.2GHz black MacBook and a 1.33GHz iBook G4, I can say that the MacBook is way faster, yes. However, when you're messing around on forums or browsing eBay, there's really no difference in speed.

So, if he uses any moderately CPU-intensive applications, then yes, go with the MacBook. :)
 
Another benefit with the macbook, you will be able to run Windows on it if you need or want to. So yeah, I would recommend upgrading.
 
closeupman said:
Yes, but that's REFURB. The one on Amazon is new, plus no taxes!
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From all of my recent research (about a month or so), there seem to be less problems here and on Apple's forums relating to refurbs, than to new ones. Plus they come will all the accessories, warranty, and look just like new. I'd suggest looking into the refurb.

My 2.2 refurb macbook is absolutely amazing.
 
skins0304 said:
From all of my recent research (about a month or so), there seem to be less problems here and on Apple's forums relating to refurbs, than to new ones. Plus they come will all the accessories, warranty, and look just like new. I'd suggest looking into the refurb.

My 2.2 refurb macbook is absolutely amazing.
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What he said :p

Honestly, if the last gen MBP 17" had LED displays, I probably would have went with a refurb from the Apple store than the current gen MBP I ordered. The way I see it, they're both last gen MBs, but I'd rather have the peace of mind with Apple than go with Amazon. Besides, and excuse my ignorance since I am Canadian and have no idea about taxes in the States, but how much in taxes would you be paying if you went through Apple? Would it come to more than the $20 difference?
 
FWIW, I've read of people ordering recent vintage MBs off Apple Store refurbs and being surprised to find that they rec'd what looks like a brand NEW machine. Go figure.
 
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