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[Akia]

Wow the deal goes on till tomorrow. I'm buying a Powerbook and with a student discount I also get a free iPod Mini (mail in rebate). I'm still undecided on which screen size I should get. 15" widescreen or 17" widescreen. You can also use this deal on any computer or notebook $500 or more. I already have a iPod mini though

Could anyone give me any suggestions on which screen size I should choose?

 

[fugimax]

I use a 15" and it's perfect. Some people swear by the 17", but I think it hinders portability a bit too much.

 

[Akia]

What do you use it for and is your laptop widescreen?

 

[fugimax]

Sorry, I meant to mention it was a PowerBook. I've used it for the last 3 years in college and will continue to do so. It's nice because it's got a nice big screen but still fits on most desks and on your lap comfortably.

I mostly do coding, email, browsing, write papers, etc. I don't really play games or anything, so I can't comment on that.

I have a 1.25gHz with 512mb RAM. Make sure you buy some more RAM for it. You need at least 512, but I'd recommend 768 or 1GB.

 

[Akia]

If you had to choice to have a 17" instead of a 15". Why would or wouldn't you want the 17"? I'm looking for pros and cons bascally.

 

[Phoenix]

If you had to choice to have a 17" instead of a 15". Why would or wouldn't you want the 17"? I'm looking for pros and cons bascally.

The 17 is a lot bigger than it sounds. Its a lot of machine to lug around all the time. I use a 17" at work but all the machines that I own are 15s. They are a balance between the too damn small 12 and the a bit to large and heavy 17.

 

[fugimax]

They are a balance between the too damn small 12 and the a bit to large and heavy 17.

Yup. My thoughts exactly.

Why would you want the 17" anyways? You get more screenspace, ya...but really, 15" is a lot.

 

[Cerebral Palsy]

I don't see anything about this on the CompUSA site. Link?

This makes me want to get a 20" Cinema Display. But I'm soooo poor. Might have to do it.

 

[Akia]

Linky

Thanks for the help guys, I think I'll get a 15" but my last question is: should I choose widescreen version or not?

 

[Goreomedy]

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