Spike 12,049 Posted March 12, 2013 Share Posted March 12, 2013 What exactly are your needs? If you just need a computer to perform basic functions like Web surfing or word processing, it might be hard to justify buying a Mac. There are plenty of PC choices out there that are less expensive. The relative value of a Mac or PC really depends on the consumer's needs.For many, software development has to be done in a powerful desktop machine, and that might be true if what you are developing requires it. However, if you are a software developer building web apps or phone apps then you don’t really need that much hardware power. Macs do seem popular with the trendy people, but I don't think they are appropriate for everybody. For example, AutoCAD doesn't run on a Mac, so if you were going to do engineering or drafting or any other program that included the use of AutoCAD, I say go with a PC. And remember, you’ll probably end up using the laptop for things other than software development, you should also consider getting a laptop that you’ll enjoy even when not coding, and more importantly, a laptop with a great keyboard, you’ll do a lot of typing! You see I have a PC for a lot of those things and it seems like a waste buying a Windows Laptop when I already have desktop PC. There is less incentive for me to use it given that I have a superior machine just sitting in my room. If I get a PC laptop I'm liable to nuke it and install Ubuntu...I don't care if it's trendy or not. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rmpr 8,977 Posted March 12, 2013 Share Posted March 12, 2013 As a Uni student won't Apple give me a discount?They used to, now they just give you 100 dollars to spend at their Apple Store.... Spike 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve 10,227 Posted March 12, 2013 Share Posted March 12, 2013 The 15" is a bit beyond my price range. I would prefer under 1500. It's not that I can't afford it, I just need to be a savvy consumer.I was thinking a "13 with a 128GB SSD whilst just using a portable HDD.I'm only first year at Uni and we have been mostly using Python and whatnot (the tutor uses a Mac). Even if I can't use my laptop, I always have my PC at home.As a Uni student won't Apple give me a discount?Yes they will give you 10% off depending on which uni you're at. But if you do a custom build they might not depending on the parts. Also you may not need the i7 unless you intend on doing video editing. It won't really help much for basic use but anything with rendering involved it will be handy. For example if you use flash and a file is rendering the i7 will help alot. Something for you too consider. If you want to put a bigger ssd, just buy it separately and put it in yourself, then buy an external case and put in the hard drive from the mac into the case. I've no connections, I just moved to Brisbane! I might be able to get you discount on stuff but you will have to say you know someone who works in vic and they sent me in and they will give you discount. Spike 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spike 12,049 Posted March 12, 2013 Share Posted March 12, 2013 They used to, now they just give you 100 dollars to spend at their Apple Store....That's stupid. I suppose I could get an HDMI cable or something... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stingray 9,441 Posted March 12, 2013 Share Posted March 12, 2013 I have a superior machine just sitting in my room. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rmpr 8,977 Posted March 12, 2013 Share Posted March 12, 2013 That's stupid. I suppose I could get an HDMI cable or something...No no, it is even worse. I meant App Store! Stingray and Spike 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve 10,227 Posted March 12, 2013 Share Posted March 12, 2013 They used to, now they just give you 100 dollars to spend at their Apple Store....They still do here in Australia. Have to price match it all the time Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stingray 9,441 Posted March 12, 2013 Share Posted March 12, 2013 No no, it is even worse. I meant App Store! I know right! There isn't even any porn on there! We Hate Scouse and Rmpr 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve 10,227 Posted March 12, 2013 Share Posted March 12, 2013 That's stupid. I suppose I could get an HDMI cable or something...You still get up too 10 percent off plus the give voucher. Spike 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spike 12,049 Posted March 12, 2013 Share Posted March 12, 2013 Yes they will give you 10% off depending on which uni you're at. But if you do a custom build they might not depending on the parts. Also you may not need the i7 unless you intend on doing video editing. It won't really help much for basic use but anything with rendering involved it will be handy. For example if you use flash and a file is rendering the i7 will help alot. Something for you too consider. If you want to put a bigger ssd, just buy it separately and put it in yourself, then buy an external case and put in the hard drive from the mac into the case. I might be able to get you discount on stuff but you will have to say you know someone who works in vic and they sent me in and they will give you discount. I don't know how'd that would go down. How much is Microsoft Office for Mac? Can I just...'pirate' it?Whaaat? Stingray 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spike 12,049 Posted March 12, 2013 Share Posted March 12, 2013 You still get up too 10 percent off plus the give voucher. What's the give voucher? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rmpr 8,977 Posted March 12, 2013 Share Posted March 12, 2013 They still do here in Australia. Have to price match it all the time Really? SO UNFAIR!Aussies got more money than Brazilians, this is not fair... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve 10,227 Posted March 12, 2013 Share Posted March 12, 2013 I don't know how'd that would go down. How much is Microsoft Office for Mac? Can I just...'pirate' it?$169.00 for home and student and yes you can just pirate it! ($129 with my discount )It's for the app store as they said earlier which is a load of shit to be honest. But you could just buy a few decent apps for your comp with it. Rmpr, Spike and Stingray 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spike 12,049 Posted March 12, 2013 Share Posted March 12, 2013 2.5GHz Dual-core Intel Core i5, Turbo Boost up to 3.1GHz8GB 1600MHz DDR3 SDRAM — 2x4GB128GB Solid State DriveSuperDrive 8x (DVD±R How about that for $1560? Is that a good deal? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve 10,227 Posted March 12, 2013 Share Posted March 12, 2013 2.5GHz Dual-core Intel Core i5, Turbo Boost up to 3.1GHz8GB 1600MHz DDR3 SDRAM — 2x4GB128GB Solid State DriveSuperDrive 8x (DVD±RHow about that for $1560? Is that a good deal?Give me a few minutes ill have a look. Spike 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve 10,227 Posted March 12, 2013 Share Posted March 12, 2013 2.5GHz Dual-core Intel Core i5, Turbo Boost up to 3.1GHz8GB 1600MHz DDR3 SDRAM — 2x4GB128GB Solid State DriveSuperDrive 8x (DVD±RHow about that for $1560? Is that a good deal?With student price it will drop too around $1229 for the computer. Plus upgrade the ram yourself for around $30 (really easy to do). The SSD buy online, 256gb Samsung for $129. Spike 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rmpr 8,977 Posted March 12, 2013 Share Posted March 12, 2013 2.5GHz Dual-core Intel Core i5, Turbo Boost up to 3.1GHz8GB 1600MHz DDR3 SDRAM — 2x4GB128GB Solid State DriveSuperDrive 8x (DVD±RHow about that for $1560? Is that a good deal?Yeah, that is how I would build it... It is Apple man, it is never a good deal! Spike 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spike 12,049 Posted March 12, 2013 Share Posted March 12, 2013 With student price it will drop too around $1229 for the computer. Plus upgrade the ram yourself for around $30 (really easy to do).What shop do you work at? Should I buy online, at JB Hi-Fi or at an Apple store? I want to barter with the salesmen.What type of RAM does a Mac use? I doubt I can just buy any old DDR2 and shove it in there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve 10,227 Posted March 12, 2013 Share Posted March 12, 2013 What shop do you work at? Should I buy online, at JB Hi-Fi or at an Apple store? I want to barter with the salesmen.I work at JB HI FI. Just go into the Brisbane store and tell him that your cousin works at a store in Victoria. He said you will be able to match the student price for me. If they say they want to call me shoot me a message on here and i'll give you my work info so they can look me up. Mundaka and Spike 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spike 12,049 Posted March 12, 2013 Share Posted March 12, 2013 I work at JB HI FI. Just got into the Brisbane store and tell him that your cousin works at a store in Victoria. He said you will be able to match the student price for me. Awesome. I live next door to a JB Hi Fi. I can see it right now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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