07-07-2007, 11:05 PM

Okay, weird question, I know -- but do you ever think your MBP is a bit too big?

Just wondering...

It seems like 14.1 x 9.6 is fairly large footprint that takes up a good amount of desk space.


EDIT: I'm referring to the 15.4" MBP. The 17"er is way too big for me!

07-08-2007, 01:40 AM

I'd imagine the people who actually bought them don't mind the size too much.

Now, ask a 12" PowerBook owner if he/she thinks the 15" MacBook Pro is too big. Go on, ask.

07-08-2007, 03:30 AM

I've never thought my mbp was too big I think its just the right size. Even the 17" mbp is a good size, my friends have 17" hp laptops and those are monsters compared to either sized mbp. Us mac folks have it lucky with such a great design, we dont have to lug such beasts around.

07-08-2007, 03:56 AM

Originally Posted by Red Snapper

I've never thought my mbp was too big I think its just the right size. Even the 17" mbp is a good size, my friends have 17" hp laptops and those are monsters compared to either sized mbp. Us mac folks have it lucky with such a great design, we dont have to lug such beasts around.

Haha I agree. Some 17" laptops are HUGE.

07-08-2007, 09:03 AM

Originally Posted by technologist

I'd imagine the people who actually bought them don't mind the size too much.

Yeah, true... but ya know how sometimes people buy something, use it for a while, then say "Gee, I wish it was smaller/bigger/whatever"

EDIT: To be honest, I prefer the small footprint of the Macbook. But the features of the Pro are tempting. If the Pro came in the Macbook size, it would be a no brainer for me.

07-08-2007, 10:33 AM

I love my Powerbook G4 Titanium

but i prefer my G3 ibook..becuase it might be heavier...... but is smaller.

O would prefer my 15 inch to be a12

07-08-2007, 11:20 AM

same boat SoundsGood. i actually just sold the pro to a new mac user, told her to get her butt on here too.

hope she likes it.

07-08-2007, 11:23 AM

Originally Posted by kgeier82

same boat SoundsGood. i actually just sold the pro to a new mac user...

So what will you be using?

07-08-2007, 12:03 PM

Yes, all the time.

07-08-2007, 12:11 PM

I like the size, I don't know if I could handle a smaller screen. The extra 2 inches is almost critical for me for working in photoshop/dreamweaver. I also like to see movies a bit bigger when watching them on my MBP.

I love it!

07-08-2007, 01:40 PM

i find the size of my 15" MBP to be perfect. 12 and 13" are a bit too small for my liking and 17" would be too large for me to carry around.

07-08-2007, 03:42 PM

I think the 15 incher is just PERFECT. Weird question, but a good one.

07-08-2007, 05:47 PM

I really enjoy the 15" MBP. My 17" e1705 was a monster. This MBP is about 3lbs lighter, smaller, thinner, and more powerful.

07-08-2007, 07:02 PM

i have the 17" PB and hate it when I take it places... sitting on the desk it is awesome though

07-08-2007, 08:03 PM

Originally Posted by SoundsGood

So what will you be using?

lets just say i bought another brand. and i know ill hear it after all this for not buying another mac, but lets face it, theres nothing wrong with a properly ran PC laptop.



i love my macs, but i need a windows based laptop. Having the ability to run osx and windows on a mac is greeat, but i just play with osx too much to get what i need done.

that, and the fact they run so darn hot, just not feelin another purchase for now.

for now : )