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Software => Apple => Topic started by: mark.jovanovski on September 06, 2015, 06:07:08 AM

Title: Which Mac should I buy?
Post by: mark.jovanovski on September 06, 2015, 06:07:08 AM

I am allways on the go and need something lightweight. I need it for handling everyday staff, sending and receiving emails, browsing the web, using office applications.
Could you please help me make a buying decision?  :-\

Title: Re: Which Mac should I buy?
Post by: camerongray on September 06, 2015, 06:45:11 AM

What sort of budget?

At the cheaper level you would probably end up looking at the MacBook Air but if you can afford it I'd recommend looking at the MacBook Pro as it's a bit more powerful (not super important for your usage) but also has a far better screen which makes a huge difference to the experience when using the machine.  Pretty much any current Apple laptop is very thin and light so you won't have a problem in that respect although I'd stick to 13" or 11" ones from the portability perspective.

Also, if you are a student, make sure you take advantage of Apple's student discounts as these are pretty hefty.

Title: Re: Which Mac should I buy?
Post by: strollin on September 06, 2015, 10:43:18 AM

Why a Mac?  Virtually any laptop on the market will suffice for your requirements, even a Chromebook.

Title: Re: Which Mac should I buy?
Post by: Geek-9pm on September 06, 2015, 02:14:36 PM

He likes Mac. A lot of people do. If you want the Apple OS, then you buy a Mac.  :)

Title: Re: Which Mac should I buy?
Post by: Whitie III on September 10, 2015, 02:24:10 AM

for what you discribed, and if you don't use lots of usb devices, the new 2015 Retina MacBook may be a good choice for you

Title: Re: Which Mac should I buy?
Post by: Chartreusea on February 24, 2016, 08:51:27 PM

Both MacBook Pro and Air are good! However, If you will need it for web browsing, office works and photo editing then I would suggest a  MacBook Air ( Intel I7 running at 1.7 GHz). It would really depend if you want portability or power in selecting the best Mac.

Title: Re: Which Mac should I buy?
Post by: Geek-9pm on February 25, 2016, 04:07:52 AM

By now this post is six months old. And he may have found the answer nelsewhere.
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