42 posts tagged with mac and laptop (View popular tags)

My laptop recently died, and I need to replace it. I'm thinking of getting the cheapest macbook or an equivalently priced Dell or Lenovo. Help me figure out which. [more inside]
posted on Jul 23, 2008 - 17 answers

I've had my Macbook Pro for a year now and I originally used it just for personal activities, the problem is, now I use it for work as well. [more inside]
posted on Jun 11, 2008 - 12 answers

A question about reselling an ibook g4 with a broken screen. [more inside]
posted on Jun 4, 2008 - 4 answers

I'm looking for instructions, guides, or suggestions of something fun to do with my camera or laptop during an upcoming cross-country drive. [more inside]
posted on Jun 4, 2008 - 8 answers

Is there a definitive source I can point to or glean knowledge from in order to justify the purchase of a Mac for web development and design? [more inside]
posted on May 8, 2008 - 19 answers

Are the illuminated logos on post-G3 Apple laptops the same size? [more inside]
posted on Feb 27, 2008 - 2 answers

What's the best strategy for buying new laptops and selling old ones? I usually buy a new computer once every five years or so and then sell my old one. Say I spend $3000 for a new one and sell the old one for $300. Would I be better off buying a new one every year and selling the old one each year? In other words, would I get more for the old one that it would make up for the depreciation in waiting five years? [more inside]
posted on Feb 14, 2008 - 17 answers

which is the best laptop if you're working with graphics ? [more inside]
posted on Jan 11, 2008 - 21 answers

MacBook + Exchange + Air Force = trouble? [more inside]
posted on Nov 8, 2007 - 10 answers

Where can I get a replacement Macbook Pro power cord fast? [more inside]
posted on Oct 20, 2007 - 9 answers

Another what-kind-of-laptop-should-I-get question. [more inside]
posted on Aug 26, 2007 - 16 answers

It's time for a new laptop. I have very strong thoughts on this subject, but I need your help, suggestions, and guidance. [more inside]
posted on Jun 7, 2007 - 29 answers

Help me save my theoretical new MacBook Pro from my Sweat of Doom! [more inside]
posted on Jun 7, 2007 - 20 answers

The tip (inside stem) of my power adapter broke off in my wife's computer (White iBook G4). Thus, its unable to recharge. How do I get it out? What are these parts called so I can look it up at an appropriate place? [more inside]
posted on Apr 24, 2007 - 16 answers

Is there any way that I can easily use my iMac Desktop (Current Intel Model) monitor as a second or primary monitor for my Powerbook using either the wireless network or a monitor adapter? [more inside]
posted on Mar 14, 2007 - 6 answers

Are the displays on the MacBook Pro really as bad as I hear they are? [more inside]
posted on Feb 27, 2007 - 28 answers

Ack! New long term contract position requires me to have a PC laptop! [more inside]
posted on Feb 15, 2007 - 15 answers

Is it possible for me to use my PowerBook G4 as a display -- meaning, can I connect some input source and view it just like I would an external LCD? [more inside]
posted on Dec 2, 2006 - 5 answers

Macbook Pro graphics query: For a Photoshop user, is it necessary to get the 256MB graphics card?... [more inside]
posted on Oct 21, 2006 - 23 answers

Just got a new little white macbook. It's beautiful - and I want to keep it that way.... [more inside]
posted on Oct 8, 2006 - 10 answers

Will I be at any disadvantage if I buy the most basic of the Macbooks? What would I NOT be able to do that I might have to do? This would be my first laptop, I'm on a limited budget (less than $1300), and I live both inside and outside the United States, so I have a few (sub-)questions. [more inside]
posted on Sep 24, 2006 - 17 answers

I'm a PC user, but I'm itching to switch over to a Mac, esp. now that I can run Parallels. I need help deciding on the MacBook versus the MacBook Pro. [more inside]
posted on Sep 8, 2006 - 28 answers

My wireless router and my iBook G4 aren't playing nice. Our iBook G3 connects wirelessly without fail. [more inside]
posted on Aug 30, 2006 - 6 answers

Looking to buy a MacBook. Wanting to make sure it's ready for primetime. [more inside]
posted on Jul 7, 2006 - 42 answers

Is there any software for OSX that will let me make my G4 PowerBook's screen brighter? [more inside]
posted on Jun 16, 2006 - 13 answers

My brother is going away to college this upcoming fall, and for a high school graduation present, my mom is getting him a laptop to take with him. He is interested in trying a Mac. We are both life-long PC users. I am the most technologically-inclined in my family. My brother knows the basics and has no trouble with them, but anything more is my job. [more inside]
posted on May 10, 2006 - 37 answers

Help save my laptop! I was using my G4 iBook last night, and suddenly the screen went black. [more inside]
posted on Apr 26, 2006 - 10 answers

I'd like my gateway mac to be a 'clamshell' G3 ibook. Is this a wise decision? [more inside]
posted on Apr 17, 2006 - 29 answers

Possible water spill on the trackpad and button; is my iBook damaged? [more inside]
posted on Apr 8, 2006 - 6 answers

What is the best way to remotely access a Mac computer from a Windows machine? [more inside]
posted on Mar 17, 2006 - 7 answers

I've had my Powerbook G4 for just a touch under 3 years and i've aquired a healthy amount of personal files, photos, music, and work documents. Last night i had a scare with the drive, it failed to boot for the first time since i've had it. Feeling a tad twitchy about the reliability of my drive i ask: Is there a automated backup solution thats flexable enough for me... [more inside]
posted on Feb 23, 2006 - 9 answers

Linux for a web designer! Need advice of what versions to use. [more inside]
posted on Feb 21, 2006 - 12 answers

The power connector to my G4 Powerbook is almost dead. It only charges in one very specific position, and I have to twist it around for a few seconds to find the sweetspot (rotating it in situ). Nothing is loose and nothing is visibly wrong. I tried squeezing the metal sleeve slightly to make it more elliptical in the hope this would create a tighter connection, but it made no difference. [more inside]
posted on Feb 16, 2006 - 18 answers

How to manage the limited disk space of laptops? [more inside]
posted on Jan 13, 2006 - 14 answers

I'm a longtime PC user who is considering purchasing a Mac laptop for personal use. I'm relatively unfamiliar with Macs, and need advice! [more inside]
posted on Dec 27, 2005 - 34 answers

Can you advise me on getting a laptop? Mac or PC? [more inside]
posted on Oct 16, 2005 - 33 answers

my powerbook seems to have developed narcolepsy. [more inside]
posted on Jul 9, 2005 - 7 answers

Mac Vs. PC I am in the market for a new Laptop and am an avid PC user. What are some pro's and con's of making the switch to a Mac? [more inside]
posted on Jul 7, 2005 - 28 answers

A couple of months ago, I noticed a small black spot on the bezel around my laptop's screen, and on the spot that was directly under it when the laptop is closed. Today it oozed. What is going on? [more inside]
posted on Jun 18, 2005 - 6 answers

I recently acquired a G3/Pismo via ebay and decided to upgrade the hard drive. Upon doing so, my dvd/cd drive no longer functions; Help me sort through my options! [more inside]
posted on Jun 8, 2005 - 4 answers

MacHeads: I'm a good son and am going to get my mom a laptop. All she does is play Mahjong, and shop/check e-mail online. I've had unusually bad luck with Toshiba widescreen laptops for her, and a Compaq. All were taken back because of fundamental problems (blue screening, wireless card with crappy range). I'm wanting to stick around $1000. How's the standard 12-inch iBook? Good wireless range? Is the 256MB of RAM enough for a Mac? I'd go up to the 14-inch iBook if I won't be spending another $200 to get it up to spec. Thanks!
posted on Oct 26, 2004 - 18 answers

Dedicated Mac user needs to perform Wintel-only dev work, needs new laptop. Thinkpad, or iBook/Powerbook? [+]
posted on Aug 13, 2004 - 16 answers