Should I buy a new MacBook?
Earlier this month, Think Secret reported that the MacBooks were poised for a product rev. Even MacRumor’s Buyer’s Guide says not to buy a MacBook now. Knowing that Leopard was on the way, but wanting a MacBook to replace my aging iBook G4, I thought that I would just wait till Apple updated its product line.
But after seeing Leopard, I just can’t wait for Apple any more! Plus there’s no way to tell if Apple will really update the MacBook line soon
So my dear readers, what do you think I should do? Should I buy my new Mac now and enjoy Leopard now anyway? Or should I take my chances and wait it out?
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Very, very good question. I’m struggling with the same issue. And as I’m a student I’m really in doubt because of the 130 euro’s rebate on any iPod.
I like the white MacBook very much… but how would I feel if they release a shiny new silver MacBook which is thinner, faster, cheaper and more beautiful? Probably bad!
So I guess I’ll wait. And for these reason, I guess you should too. It’s just too painfull to have a out-of-date MacBook.
Read this: http://www.thinksecret.com/news/0710macbookrev.html
The wait is probably almost over.
May be Apple is waiting for MacWorld Expo in January to release new hardware?
How would you feel in these two situations:
or
One’s Harder. One’s Easier. If we all took the easy path in life, life wouldn’t be satisfactory.
What do you think?
i bought my MBP(2.33ghz) 1 week before they update MBP to 2.4ghz,i spend 9k,hehehe,i just can wait to have MBP before,so i go for it,nothing to regret with any of Apple product,maybe just considering value for money…if u can wait,just wait,but for me,waiting is not my style,especially after Leopard release…
According to macrumors,
http://buyersguide.macrumors.com/
Product MacBook Recommendation: Buy only if you need it - Approaching the end of a cycle Last Release May 15, 2007 Days Since Update 167 (Avg = 202)
Better wait in my opinion.
If you really need it, go to machines. I believe they still have some black MacBook - the refurbished units for RM3+++. A bargain!
Get it if you really need it, no point regretting the price drop or feature upgrade when you can’t use it.
Haha, thanks for the opinions guys. I spoke to machines - they’re refurbished macbooks is a good deal, but only Core Duo, not Core 2 Duo. Looks like I’m waiting..
new macbooks are out. perfecting timing for your part too i’d say ;D
Agreed. Good thing you didn’t get one…
http://www.insidemacgames.com/news/story.php?ID=15825
Hmm.. i was wrong about them not upgrading the graphics card. Turns out they did. My bad.
Yes, yes. Great timing for me. The thing is, the updated Macbooks aren’t a fantastic upgrade. I’m seriously considering buying the older model for a discount. Thanks everyone for your feedback, and hi to the first time commentators.
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