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I'm really thinking about getting the 13.3" 4GB ram 128GB model which will come out to $1473 with a student discount. I currently have a 13.3" MBP with 8GB ram and an 80GB SSD and 1TB HDD. Not counting the ram upgrade and second hard drive and enclosure, my sort of similar setup cost me roughly about $1300(picked up the laptop and SSD on sale).
I hardly ever need more than 4GB of ram and don't mind carrying around around my 1TB HDD in an enclosure. All I use my computer for is web browsing, music and movie playback, photo editing and some word processing. I plan on doing some digital illustrating down the line, but that's about it.
I find the 1440x900 resolution to be very enticing. I'm even willing to give up the backlit keyboard for it. Losing a few hours of battery life isn't too big of a deal for me since my laptop is almost always plugged in. Now I need to decide wether it's worth it to take a $100+ loss on my current setup and fork up almost $300 for a shiny new toy and lose a bit of performance all around. I sorta don't think its worth it...
I hardly ever need more than 4GB of ram and don't mind carrying around around my 1TB HDD in an enclosure. All I use my computer for is web browsing, music and movie playback, photo editing and some word processing. I plan on doing some digital illustrating down the line, but that's about it.
I find the 1440x900 resolution to be very enticing. I'm even willing to give up the backlit keyboard for it. Losing a few hours of battery life isn't too big of a deal for me since my laptop is almost always plugged in. Now I need to decide wether it's worth it to take a $100+ loss on my current setup and fork up almost $300 for a shiny new toy and lose a bit of performance all around. I sorta don't think its worth it...
If I need a full portable computer I have the MBP, if I need a extremely portable screen to surf the web, watch movies, etc, I have the Ipad.
while the MBA is a cool gadget, personally I honestly can't see a use for it.
damn it, now I'm going to have to wait for the next cool gadget to come out from apple.
while the MBA is a cool gadget, personally I honestly can't see a use for it.
damn it, now I'm going to have to wait for the next cool gadget to come out from apple.
The 1.6GHZ is maybe 3%faster than the old 1.8 because the L2 Cache doubled to 6mb
Some one lied to me
I ordered the 13 incher with 1.86/4GB/256GB I decided that opting for more RAM and storage was more important than the faster processor, as this BTO will suit my needs perfectly.
I decided that opting for more RAM and storage was more important than the faster processor, as this BTO will suit my needs perfectly.just signed up from canada...
purchased the 13" MBA today. waited till i was done my midterms to even LOOK at the apple website in fear of distraction.
2.13 ghz
4gb ram
256 flash
office presintalled student
2069.70 is not bad at ALL.
25th of october my life will change.
purchased the 13" MBA today. waited till i was done my midterms to even LOOK at the apple website in fear of distraction.
2.13 ghz
4gb ram
256 flash
office presintalled student
2069.70 is not bad at ALL.
25th of october my life will change.
Ordered as soon as the store came back up this morning. 13"/4GB/128GB done.
This will make a nice secondary (travel) laptop to my 15" mid 2010 MBP.
This will make a nice secondary (travel) laptop to my 15" mid 2010 MBP.
How much of a speed difference do you think the 1.6 ghz has between the 1.4ghz? Do you think it will be that noticeable i ordered the 1.4ghz.
About to place an order for:
13" 2.13/4GB/256GB SSD
Just need to get rid of my iPad before I click the check-out button.
I think it is going to be my main computer until Christmas.
Basic Lightroom or Photoshop, Adium, Browsing, and some videos. It has the same GPU as the current MBP 13" right?
13" 2.13/4GB/256GB SSD
Just need to get rid of my iPad before I click the check-out button.
I think it is going to be my main computer until Christmas.
Basic Lightroom or Photoshop, Adium, Browsing, and some videos. It has the same GPU as the current MBP 13" right?
It's probably minimal. I just figured I could go ahead and get the 1.6 as I haven't bought a notebook for a long time.
I doubt either of us will be doing anything too intense on an 11 inch screen, so 1.4 might even be the smarter choice. I don't know.
Question...
Does anyone know if you get the $99 rebate on printer, IF you have to send in UPC labels, or if it's just submitting the order number online?
I don't want to have to cut up the box, but if I can just submit an online form, I'll get the freebie and use it until the ink runs out.
Does anyone know if you get the $99 rebate on printer, IF you have to send in UPC labels, or if it's just submitting the order number online?
I don't want to have to cut up the box, but if I can just submit an online form, I'll get the freebie and use it until the ink runs out.
About to place order for MBA 13"/2.13/4GB/256 to replace my trusty MBA Rev: 1/Runcore 125. Need to have 4GB RAM to run an essential Win 7 package via Parallels. However, I just noticed Apple have discontinued the backlit keyboard? This is a strange decision given the use of portables in dark airplanes and poorly lit hotel rooms. Further, the keyboard on the existing MBA is superb. Sadly, I must wait longer and continue to lug around the Vostro.
About to place order for MBA 13"/2.13/4GB/256 to replace my trusty MBA Rev: 1/Runcore 125. Need to have 4GB RAM to run an essential Win 7 package via Parallels. However, I just noticed Apple have discontinued the backlit keyboard? This is a strange decision given the use of portables in dark airplanes and poorly lit hotel rooms. Further, the keyboard on the existing MBA is superb. Sadly, I must wait longer and continue to lug around the Vostro.
I don't understand. My desktop's keyboard is hidden inside my desk, in a drawer type thing. I don't pull it out.
I don't need to see my keyboard. I know the keyboard and how to type.
Just my 2 cents. The illuminated keyboard just seems like a fancy cool factor.
OK, I am buying. But I cannot help but feel slightly cheated: The specs are similar to the way outdated MBA Rev C. I even have to downgrade on the screen (glossy), keyboard (non-lit) and SSD size (tops out at 128GB on the small one).
And C2D? Seriously? Im I supposed to be happy that Steve did not have old Pentium Ms lying around any more?
Thus, we can expect a substantial upgrade in spring (i7, better GPU, moar SSD, 8GB?), and I will have to buy again. Hrmpf.
Anyway, thanks for giving me an ultraportable with 4GB. I hate you, Windows users will laugh at me like crazy if they see the poor specs, but I will buy it.
And C2D? Seriously? Im I supposed to be happy that Steve did not have old Pentium Ms lying around any more?
Thus, we can expect a substantial upgrade in spring (i7, better GPU, moar SSD, 8GB?), and I will have to buy again. Hrmpf.
Anyway, thanks for giving me an ultraportable with 4GB. I hate you, Windows users will laugh at me like crazy if they see the poor specs, but I will buy it.
Previous MBA also has a similar style glossy screen (one without glass).
I will be surprised if i5 or i7 come to the MBA that soon. The entry level 13" MBP is still C2D and even the 21.5" iMac only come in i3 configurations.
I bought a LaCie external Lightscribe dvd/cd writer which works a treat with all model Airs and is less expensive than the Apple external S/Drive and more versatile.
using Remote Disc you can of course connect to either another Mac or PC, but to use an external optical drive is heaps quicker and much less hassle
hope this helps a little
wow so jealous of all those getting it tomorrow. i really wish this thing came with 4gb standard so i could just buy a bto