17-inch. PowerBook G4
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- k0na_an0k0
i like box
- rh0
A little off subject, but do the 17-inch screens flicker? I have a 15-inch Ti 400Mhz, and while I love it, the lower left corner of the screen flickers after being left on for awhile. I've had Apple look at it several times (they couldn't duplicate the problem), so I'm thinking it's a design flaw in the PowerBooks. I might upgrade to the 17-inch (after I win the lottery), and was wondering if this was an issue.
- xrusos0
haven't ever seen my 17" flicker, or heard about others having this problem.
- o0o0
I have a 15", never seen it flicker...
- archinoid0
Have a 15", 400MHz Titanium G4 for $2500 Canadian. Super sweet. Slow at startup but rivals my G4 tower. Love the mobility. Worth every penny. Yes, the keyboard fights with the screen but that's cause its only 1 inch thick. So light, worth the $30 for a simple slip sheet between the covers and looks even sweeter
- baglunch0
I got the 17", works great, only gripes are that the edges of the screen marks the palm rest because it's aluminum rubbing against aluminum, buying a sheet or screen cover resolved that issue. Also, the headphone jack, when using headphones, doesn't sit all the way into the jack, but this does not affect usage. And yes, it does get a tad warm in heavy usage for an extended time, but it's not an issue for me.
If you're planning on carrying it around with you, invest in a well padded laptop sleeve.
- piperboytoy0
baglunch, does the DVD writer work well?? Have you had trouble and is it built in or external?
thanks
- xrusos0
it's [dvd-r/cd-rw/cd-rom/dvd superdrive] built in. no trouble yet. it does get a bit hot if it's on your lap, but then again, same with every laptop.
- kpl0
and really, wouldn't we all want something hot on our laps? i mean, a little sumthin sumthin?
hahahahaha!http://kpl
(apr 24 03)...sorry.
- baglunch0
Works well, burned 7 dvds (using various $1 dvd media, for testing) so far, one coaster.. I blame it on the media used.
- chilaquil0
sure...
i'd like a HOT piece of ass on my lap.
but back on track... does anyone here know anything about the 12" powerbook? I'm wondering if it can be hooked up to a larger flat panel monitor. I've heard you may need a different video card 'cause it has a shitty one, but I'd like some confirmation.
- sketch0
yes you can - from Apple.com:
"NVIDIA GeForce4 420 Go graphics processor with AGP 4X support and 32MB of DDR SDRAM video memory (12-inch model)
- Dual display and video mirroring: Simultaneously supports up to 1024 by 768 pixels on the built-in display and up to 1600 by 1200 pixels on an external display, both at millions of colors"
- unknown0
I dont understand it... I went to go touch and see one once they hit the stores. The new metal feels cheap- like some funky Gateway or Compaq computer. the keys feel like a cheap cell phone. Sure I know the Ti's scratched- but this just doesnt feel like $3000 dollars. Plus I thinnk it looks sort of silly with all the extra space at the bottom- what do I 12 inch hands? The one at the store was already dirty and scratched from wrist watches and bracelets and it was only on display for a day.
So you have a 17 inch screen... all that means is its not as portable... its heavy and awkward.... and screens "steal me" in the city.
I predict that this product will do the way of the cube...
Save some money and buy a 15in Ti ... perfornace test show that the new 17in is only 4 seconds faster than the Ti. Save the $1000 on go buy a 17 Apple Display for the boner.
- chilaquil0
that's why i'm looking at the 12"
Aside from being closer to my penis size, it's more portable and lighter. And if I do work at home, I can always hook up the display.
- kpl0
the problem with the 12" is the processor. as in, max 867. which sucks. Otherwise, a 1ghz would have worked nicely to replace my desktop.
I'm waiting for the 15" updates and the new 970 desktops before I make a move.
- chilaquil0
kpl,
right about the processor...
but considering what I'm working on right now, that's lightning fast...
plus it's cheaper... which is at the end of things, what it comes down to...
- unknown0
don't buy an ibook.
go BIG!
- xrusos0
wow radiosilent, i've had the complete opposite reaction. i believe the aluminum to be an amazing quality and very much a value added to the product. my boss even catches me "petting" my new powerbook ocassionally due to the tactile-ly goodness that encases the beast.
as for portability, you're right. don't get it if you want to go mountain climbing with it. but in terms of sheer weight, it is less than most other laptops with much smaller monitors.
it's not for everybody, but as a replacement for a desktop, it fits the bill for me. i take it to work everyday, and to coffee houses and parks to do freelance work on my off time. i use a normal messenger bag. (until my booq bag comes in on may 1st).
the added space on the monitor is much more than just 2". it is also a much higher resolution. and the screen is a lot higher quality (viewable from almost every angle).
as for the keyboard, it is a true step up from the tibook of old. the keys have a much better feel and response to the touch... especially for fast typing. it's definitely not like an external keyboard, but it is the best for the size i've ever seen/used. and the illumination is very cool. i thought it was kind of gimmicky at first, but have since used it on more than one ocassion.
all in all, i'm very satisfied. it's not for everyone, but there are pleny of people for whom it fits the bill.
- unknown0
again to each there own...processor gimmacks aside- go to macworld (forgot the link) and look at the results of the 17 in against the 15in and the 12 in... 4 seconds faster than the 15 in and 8 seconds faster (doing heavy video and graphic type work) against the 12 in.... I would gladly save 1500 bucks for 8 seconds...
i am a huge Apple fan but personally I feel this release was nothing more than a gimmakc to shut people up who are waiting for the G5's....
Again- most love it- but to me its empty wasted space.
- sauerbraten0
i just bought one. yikes, that was alot of $$$.