Editorial Product Review:Item Description:Apple MacBook - The Apple MacBook features the latest in mobile computing technology. At it's heart is an Intel Core Duo processor. A processor with 2 separate cores. In English, that means it's like having 2 processors in one. The MacBook also features a glossy 13.3' widescreen display. It's 79% brighter and has 30% more viewing space than the previous iBook model! You also get a suite of Apple created software titles like Front Row for navigating your computer via the included Apple Remote, and iLife '06, which handles...well, your life. Everything from music, photos, video, calendars, blogs, podcasts, and more. These are some amazing features, but the MacBook has a lot more to offer.... 80GB 5400RPM SATA HDD SuperDrive Double Layer DVD Writer Write Speeds - up to 2x DL DVD+R, 4x DVD-R, 4x DVD+R, 4x DVD-RW, 4x DVD+RW, 24x CD-R & 10x CD-RW Read Speeds - up to 8x DVD-ROM & 24x CD-ROM Intel GMA 950 Graphics Processor with 64MB of shared memory (memory is taken from the main system's RAM) Built-in iSight Camera 13.3 Glossy Widescreen Display 1280x800 Native Resolution Ports - 10/100/1000 Ethernet, 1 FireWire 400, 2 USB 2.0, Mini-DVI (support for DVI, VGA, S-Video & Composite Video Out via optional adapters), Combined Optical Digital Audio Input/Audio Line Input, Combined Optical Digital Audio Output/Headphone Out Built-in Stereo Speakers Built-in 54Mbps AirPort Extreme Wi-Fi (802.11g) Support Built-in Bluetooth 2.0+EDR (Enhanced Data Rate) Module Color - Black Unit Dimensions - 1.08 (h) x 12.78 (w) x 8.92 (d) Unit Weight - 5.2 lbs.
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Average Buyer Rating:
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My MacBook turned out to be a LEMON!
I am an IT product manager for a large AV technology companyt that has over 2500 employees. I specify and recommend IT products to our locations, both in the US and overseas. I will no longer recommend Apple products based on my own personal experience. This laptop has given me nothing but issues over the 2 years I had it. I won't go over the minute details, but basically it was in for repairs at least 5-6 times to replace the battery, hard drive, random reboot issue, discoloration on the plastic, SuperDrive, etc.
The last issue I had was just two days ago. The screen began to flicker constantly and I was about to take it to my local Apple store when my wife accidently spilled water on the keyboard. As I said before, the logic board (motherboard) was already defective before the spillage. Because of the water damage, even though I have AppleCare, the repair is not covered--Apple wants close to $1000 to repair a system that at this point, it's not even worth that anymore.
I have always been a big Apple fan for many years and own many of their products. I have bought and recommended MacBooks/Pro, iMacs, CinemaDisplays, MacPros, etc. Many of our locations complain about the premium price that our company pays for an Apple product as opposed to a Dell or HP system. After the way I've been treated, I no longer feel that the premimum price for a Mac system is worth it.
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Great Product, Even better customer service
Ok, first things first. This is my first mac. I bought if after my 2006 high school graduation. That was almost 2 years ago and I LOVE this computer still. I recommend, though, that you purchase the applecare protection plan with this. It is an extra warranty that adds 3 years to the parts and labor warranty. Also, if you live near an apple store, purchase procare. It will get you to the front of any tech support line. I walked in to a store and the wait was about 4 hours. I was at the genius bar in 15 minutes. When my macbook needed a repair, the average time on repairs was 5 days. It took them 4 hours for mine. Also, the applecare has more than paid for itself. I think for me, being a student, it was around $80 USD. I had to get a new battery just yesterday. I walked in, told them what was up, and no questions asked, "Ok here's your new battery!" and I walked out. I have had problems with some of the hardware, but the customer support is so good that I honestly don't remember what the problems were. Calling tech support is nice too. It is based out of California so, unlike Dell, you can talk to someone without an accent and they can understand you perfectly. All in all, even with problems that people might have, the customer support MORE than makes up for them.
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Best laptop I have ever owned
I have owned several laptops, from various manufactors. This one is by far the best. I have been converted from a one-time Mac user turned PCer back into a Mac-lover. I will never buy another PC again. It's lightweight, powerful and jut the right size. Transportability is a big + for this laptop. No lugging that heavy 15 lb monster around airports where EVERYONE can tell I have a laptop to potentially steal.
The MAC platform makes digital photography and video such a simple job, as well as posting on the web (no more long hours trying to figure out HTML). Who has time for that? I still have a Windows platform on this laptop just in case I need it for school related software. But I essentially use the MAC side 99% of the time.
Great piece of technology. I will teach my children how to use both platforms, but it is APPLE who will get my money.
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Read before buying - these computers have issues.
Nice looking hardware, beautiful display, but very poor performance. I've had mine for 9 months and already the battery is dead and the energy system gets worse every day - it shuts down just like that, no warning.
Go to the forums on the apple page and read about the common problems these computers usually have, you'll be shocked!
I used to love mine, but since 2 months ago it's been nothing but a pain. I would never recommend it to anybody.