Any Apple fans?

[AlexNet0]

I have used both Mac and PC computers over the years, and the Mac is definetely more suited to people who want a straightforward user interface and dont need anything fancy. Simple internet, email, and word processing applications. for those who use them for graphic, web, and program design, they are well suited because the operating system doesnt get bogged down by intruding applications, allowing all the power the computer is supposed to have be reflected in your running programs.

The PC is my system of choice, I can build it, upgrade it, configure it to my hearts desire, put whatever operating system I choose on it, multiple if I want. The very broad requirements of my job demand flexibility. I upgrade parts every six months or so, always keeping the system current.

So It really depends what you will use it for and the level of technical knowledge you have that will determine what is right for you.

[Altitude]

Originally Posted by AlexNet0

I have used both Mac and PC computers over the years, and the Mac is definetely more suited to people who want a straightforward user interface and dont need anything fancy. Simple internet, email, and word processing applications. for those who use them for graphic, web, and program design, they are well suited because the operating system doesnt get bogged down by intruding applications, allowing all the power the computer is supposed to have be reflected in your running programs.

The PC is my system of choice, I can build it, upgrade it, configure it to my hearts desire, put whatever operating system I choose on it, multiple if I want. The very broad requirements of my job demand flexibility. I upgrade parts every six months or so, always keeping the system current.

So It really depends what you will use it for and the level of technical knowledge you have that will determine what is right for you.

Good stuff.

I'm a programmer/IT guy by trade so PC's are pretty much the standard for me. As for home use, like you, I enjoy rolling my own. Haven't bought a pre-built since the early nineties.

[Morgan]

Originally Posted by Tamago

yes, the ipod is cool and all, but that is just one more thing to have to carry around if you want to listen to music :) any modern phone is .mp3 capable and with SDcards getting bigger and bigger, there's really no need to carry anything but your regular cell phone with you.

i challenge Apple to build a netbook that's comparable with my toshiba, and at the same price.

but they won't. a new iphone costs more than my netbook..

I wanna say there is a quote somewhere from Steve Jobs about how any computer less than $500 was a pos and there was no way you could make a quality product for less.... which I'm assuming means no Apple netbook - boo but I probably wouldn't give up my acer aspire one for it anyway....

Originally Posted by KRAZGRL

mac = quality. I don't have a problem paying a little more for that.

Besides, there are many ways to get discounts for apple products (student/teacher/gov't employee, etc)

I almost disagree with you. I bought a first gen iPhone and straight out of the box, mine was defective. My bf's first gen iPhone had a portion of the screen die and BOTH of us (hardened PC users) had to get new iPhones.... I just thought it was weird that the ONE product we bought on TWO accounts were defective - coincidence??? I feel like Mac's give the illusion of quality, yes the materials are more expensive but they are all made in China and marked up just as much, mostly more than comparable PCs

Originally Posted by Altitude

Good stuff.

I'm a programmer/IT guy by trade so PC's are pretty much the standard for me. As for home use, like you, I enjoy rolling my own. Haven't bought a pre-built since the early nineties.

I have several Mac-only/fan boys/cultists who to game and program. They each have a PC built especially for gaming and programming needs. Even they admit Macs are too expensive... the irony of this is that no matter what they say about their PCs, its always that they can't believe how easy it is to fix and cheaply buy replacement parts as needed...



OP its a difference of opinion with Apple and PC (or non Apple product). I really liked my iPhone (the one that actually worked ) and the UI was nice, we hacked both of our iPhones to run on Tmobile and they did the job flawlessly most of the time, but overall I can't recommend them to just anyone. Its not just the price, but the fact that I felt like I was personally insulting every Apple Fan boy when I had a complaint about my Apple product and that's not cool

[KRAZGRL]

Originally Posted by Morgan

I almost disagree with you. I bought a first gen iPhone and straight out of the box, mine was defective. My bf's first gen iPhone had a portion of the screen die and BOTH of us (hardened PC users) had to get new iPhones.... I just thought it was weird that the ONE product we bought on TWO accounts were defective - coincidence??? I feel like Mac's give the illusion of quality, yes the materials are more expensive but they are all made in China and marked up just as much, mostly more than comparable PCs

I know that the iphones have had some issues. My brother has gone through several himself. HOWEVER, when I made my comment, it was strictly on my own experience and that experience is with the computers, not phones.

My experience with apples (since I was 2 years old) has been a pleasant one. I have seen them stay ahead of the game with their software and overall technology. I admire a company that is willing to take risks and put products out there that others have to copy (ipods, for example). Besides, it's always nice never having to worry about email viruses attacking my computers since there are practically none that target macs. I feel a greater sense of freedom, control, and like I have a computer that is straight forward without having to know all the little codes like the PCs I've used. I dunno... don't knock down Macs just based on their newer products like the iphone (which is still pretty bad ass). lol