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Apple 15" PowerBook G4 Notebook (1.25GHz PowerPC G4, 512MB, 80GB, CD-RW/DVD, Mac OS X, 15" TFT - MPN: M8981LLA)
Description: Take a high-performance PowerPC G4 processor, add a widescreen display and enclose it all in a lightweight aluminum case. What you get is the cutting edge of portable PC technology, the new PowerBook G4 from Macintosh. This revolutionary no.... Read More Description: Take a high-performance PowerPC G4 processor, add a widescreen display and enclose it all in a lightweight aluminum case. What you get is the cutting edge of portable PC technology, the new PowerBook G4 from Macintosh. This revolutionary notebook is configured with a 1.25GHz PowerPC G4 processor with the Velocity Engine vector processing unit, a 512KB on-chip L2 cache, a 1MB DDR SDRAM L3 cache for an extra performance boost, integrated floating-point unit, 512MB PC2700 DDR SDRAM (expandable to 2GB) and an 80GB Ultra ATA/100 hard drive. In addition to the 167MHz system bus, this PowerBook contains a slot-loading SuperDrive with CD-RW and DVD-R functions and DVD-Video playback.Built-in video output capabilities let you give crisp presentations on a VGA monitor, large-screen TV or projection system. You have a choice in connectivity with the built-in 56K V.92 modem, the integrated 10/100/1000BaseT Ethernet adapter and the built-in AirPort Extreme for when you're roaming. There is also an IEEE 1394 Firewire port for easy connection of digital cameras or camcorders. The ATI RAGE Mobility Radeon 9600 video controller with AGP 4X and 64MB DDR SDRAM delivers knockout visuals and supports resolutions up to 1280 x 854 in millions of colors on the 15.2" TFT display. It supports displays in millions of colors to external monitors up to 2048 x 1536 through its DVI port; hook up the included VGA adapter for use with VGA monitors or the optional ADC adapter for Apple flat panels. The built-in CD-quality stereo audio provides awesome sound through a pair of integrated speakers. The PowerBook comes with a full-size keyboard with 12 function keys and an embedded number pad, a touchpad, a rechargeable Li-Ion battery pack and an AC adapter. Minimize |
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| Date Reviewed: 11/29/2005 |
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Strengths: Sleek design. Excellent GUI. No hassle manufacturer repairs and replacements. Excellent screen. A must have for designers.
Weaknesses: Case scratches easy (aluminium). Kinda of slippery case—hold onto it tight (not for the clumsy). Wish it had 2 Firewire ports instead of 1. Had to replace HD 1 time. Battery runs out fast.
Summary: I've had this model for a year. Had to send it in once because I damaged the case and loosened the power jack. Apple® replaced at no charge. Screen has excellent color (a must for my profession).
Recommendations: 1) Get a hardcase to protect this investement. 2) If you're a professional designer, recommend maxing out memory to 2GB. 3) Get a spare battery.
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| Date Reviewed: 03/08/2004 |
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Strengths: Speed, capacity, style
Weaknesses: A little less ergonomic than my old G3
Summary: OK, let's face it, this is a hot machine. I mean, this kind of processing speed, drive capacity, and portability are not something you see in your garden-variety laptop.
I've owned and loved a G3 PB for four years now, and I must say that switching to the G4 does take some getting used to. The housing is more robust--the hinge, the ports and their placements, the display itself.
But there was something ergonomically satisfying about the PB G3 that the designers have missed here. Nothing major--just an abundance of right angles and silvery-smooth surfaces.
But I do love the lighted keyboard, not to mention the firewire 800 port, and the built-in airport extreme!
This machine is likely near the end of the line for the G4 powerbooks. After this, it's G5 time, so you can be sure that they've perfected things in this line by now.
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| Date Reviewed: 08/30/2004 |
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Strengths: Looks, operating system, ease of use, iLife, iTunes, .mac, (all bundled software) Apple support, etc....
Weaknesses: Battery life, hinge feels a little off.
Summary: I got this PB from CompUSA for $1750. It was returned after 2 weeks by original owner because of hinge. I was looking at the top of line iBook, but when the Rep. showed me this model, I could not pass it up. Super drive, back lit keyboard, enough power and memory for almost anyones needs. I have been a PC user and was attracted to Apples products with it's apps. like iMovie, iPhoto, etc. Could not be happier. Bought apple care for the extended 3 years of service. Have called them a couple of times and they have been very helpful. For what I paid, it was a great deal. Went out and bought a 3rd Generation 20 gig iPod from CompUSA for $237. Love it.
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| Date Reviewed: 11/30/2003 |
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Strengths: Usability, Bundled software, Build quality, Screen
Weaknesses: Weight, Battery life
Summary: My first experience with apple was buying a 30 gb Ipod over the summer. I bought this laptop because I didnt have an ounce of regret spending a little more for the Ipod. I have to admit, my first Powerbook was DOA. However, there were issues with the first production run. I returned the unit and apple shipped me this unit straight from the factory in Taiwan. Overall the experience with the tech people was good. They were friendly and helpful and best of all, in the country!!!! They seemed to have a good understanding of Apple's products and were not just reading from a script. It took me about a week to get used to the way Apple does things (more keyboard shortcuts than M$), but I am starting to find it is faster to work like that. OS X 10.3 panther came standard on my powerbook and is a dream to work with. I cant give Apple enough praise for their "total package" approach to computing. People complain about the lack of alternatives with Apple. For most users (even power users like me), you just want things to WORK! Well, apple software and hardware does just that, and it works well!
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