But yesterday I realized something. The proverbial wrench in my proverbial gears. The 27-inch iMac is cheaper than the MacBook Pro that I want. And it's faster. And it has a bigger hard drive. And it has a (much) bigger screen. And it has better graphics. So the smart-shopper/patient-saver in me say, "Why don't you just get the bigger, better, awesomer computer for less money, stupid?!" But the main reason I wanted a laptop was for the portability. A laptop would go anywhere. We could rent a redbox movie and watch it in bed. We could update our
The words of the Dread Pirate Roberts keep echoing in my mind. ("We are at an impasse.") I don't feel like I'd be making a smart decision by paying extra for the portability by giving up the strength of the iMac. But the whole point of getting a laptop computer was that I could use it on the top of my lap. Then there's the argument that it's not money I'm spending out of pocket, so I'm not making a bad financial decision by picking the laptop. (Clearly, I have a dizzying intellect.)
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I had the same argument with myself in December. I had decided I wanted a MacBook Pro, but when I got to the store and saw the lovely iMac that gave me second thoughts.
How did I decide:
1. The iMac is newer technology. The MacBook Pro is older and I think about ready for a refresh. (Just a feeling I have).
2. We discussed how I use my computer and I like to have my computer at the ready (on) and I find I prefer to go to my computer desk rather than sit with a computer on my lap. (They usually get very warm too.)
3. I got an iPod touch to help with portable communications
I say this all from my iMac (21.5 inch screen....which is just beautiful).
I completely understand your dilemma
I lean toward the laptop. Portability is key for me. I have to be able to access farmville from anywhere or else I get a little crazy. Okay - I'm a little crazy anyway but you know what I mean. Lindalou I am not flaming BUT I have some thoughts on your responses:
1. Okay I have no comeback for this because it's one of my underlying (and somewhat paralyzing) fears. Just like I got the 3Gs because it was the "newest" thing...now 4g is here. What the crap should I do now? I want the "newer" phone...will I ever be satisfied? That's what she said....bwaahaahaa. Sorry. Back to my comebacks...
2. Of course that's how you're used to using it because that's how you're using it now, right? I was used to using my computer too but once I got my laptop, well, I got used to that. I use mine on a tv stand. They sell stands specifically for laptops and at BB&B they have little dinner tray type things you can put your laptop on. And yes they do get warm but you buy a cooling pad for that.
3. How much is the iPod touch? I still like having my laptop for the portability factor.
4. Oh wait - you didn't have a four but I've had two mimosas so here we go!
I've debated on purchasing an Mac laptop then the iPad came out and I've thought which one do I want? I haven't begun researching and my current laptop and iPhone combo is working out just fine but I think I need something and then it becomes a fixation. I am sticking w/ what I've got and working on my 4g jealousy issues....
Good luck with your decision which my ramblings may have hampered.
Definitely go for the portability. I would hate life without my laptop. 'Course you could save up for both, but perhaps you would need Miracle Max for that.
I didn't even want to comment but my verification word was track. I can't believe they actually gave a real word. I had to let the world know.
and we thank you for sharing your verification word. I feel somehow comforted and concerned at the same time.
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