Discussion Which mac should I get for school?

[halcyon]

A big reason to select the Pro over the Air is that I infer this machine has got to last you 2-3 years, perhaps more. I'd recommend getting the most powerful machine you can. The MacBook Pro is a bit faster than the MacBook Air (even though the Air is quite fast). As far as weight...you're a guy. 4.5lbs vs ~3lbs. Not a tremendous difference there. The Pro offers better expandibility as well. The Air is nice machine, but I'd not let the slight weight savings be the driving push to get one.

Again, I've had both machines and they're both nice.

 

[musical marv]

A big reason to select the Pro over the Air is that I infer this machine has got to last you 2-3 years, perhaps more. I'd recommend getting the most powerful machine you can. The MacBook Pro is a bit faster than the MacBook Air (even though the Air is quite fast). As far as weight...you're a guy. 4.5lbs vs ~3lbs. Not a tremendous difference there. The Pro offers better expandibility as well. The Air is nice machine, but I'd not let the slight weight savings be the driving push to get one.

Again, I've had both machines and they're both nice.

What macs do you use now? Curious did you ever receive my email to you? Thanks Marv

 

[halcyon]

What macs do you use now? Curious did you ever receive my email to you? Thanks Marv

Heya Marv, I use a 2010 Mac Pro, a 2011 15" i7 MacBook Pro, and a 2009 13" Core 2 Duo MacBook Pro. I didn't get your email but I'll PM you my email address.

 

[PedroJohnston]

Dude, get the 11" macbook air 100%. It just fit's beautifully in you backpack and it's really easy to manage. It occupies minimal space in your desk/sideways thing.
If it's only for school and taking notes and browse wikipedia and such, definitely get the 11" Air. Trust me, the 13" Air is just to big.
If you really want a bit more screen reel estate, get the MBP 13", but it'll be heavier and slower to boot up, which is important in class context.

What i recomend:
Get the 11" MBA
13" MBA is a waste
13"MBP > 13"MBA any day of the week

 

[halcyon]

Dude, get the 11" macbook air 100%. It just fit's beautifully in you backpack and it's really easy to manage. It occupies minimal space in your desk/sideways thing.
If it's only for school and taking notes and such, definitely get the 11" Air. Trust me, the 13" Air is just to big.
If you really want a bit more screen reel estate, get the MBP 13", but it'll be heavier and slower to boot up, which is important in class context.

What i recomend:
Get the 11" MBA
13" MBA is a waste
13"MBP > 13"MBA any day of the week

The 11" MacBook Air is a great 2nd machine, if high-portability is desired. ...but as your only machine? If you're going to have an external monitor and you're going to go with the more-expensive Core i7 model, then maybe...otherwise I don't think that's the best choice for you.

 

[PedroJohnston]

The 11" MacBook Air is a great 2nd machine, if high-portability is desired. ...but as your only machine? If you're going to have an external monitor and you're going to go with the more-expensive Core i7 model, then maybe...otherwise I don't think that's the best choice for you.

Exactly, but he stated that he already has a good main laptop, and that's why i think the 11" MBA is the perfect candidate for the job.

 

[halcyon]

Exactly, but he stated that he already has a good main laptop, and that's why i think the 11" MBA is the perfect candidate for the job.

Yeah, as a 2nd ultra-portable machine...its a good choice. ...and the i7 model is surprisingly fast.

 

[circumventor]

I got the new 13" pro for school and I love it. Works great!

 

[musical marv]

I got the new 13" pro for school and I love it. Works great!

I wish you well with it.Enjoy.

 

[halcyon]

I got the new 13" pro for school and I love it. Works great!

Nice. Enjoy it.

 

[das_stig]

@leandrodafontoura - It's pr!cks like you calling people trolls for trying in inject a bit of humour in a post that p!sses off people and they never come back.

Plenty of postings that MBP have issues, and I recommended the MBA based on them.

https://discussions.apple.com/thread/2797196?start=0&tstart=0

I suggest you have a little more respect for other members around here.