Screen Size Transition From MacBook Pro

I'm thinking of upgrading from a first generation MacBook pro, to the current MacBook. The only thing I'm hesitant about is the difference in screen size, I'm afraid the smaller size could get on my nerves.

Does anyone have any advice?

(Preferably anyone who has made a similar transition)

Is it difficult to test this out yourself? IE. go to the Apple/Best Buy store and test it out?

I have both and screen size does make a difference for things when I'm working or watching a movie. For stuff like web browsing, IMing, and word processing it's not much of an issue.

really depends on your work and how much you need to see at once

it's always nicer to have a bigger screen for say programming or photo editing, although i have worked at small resolution with images and you can manage ...

I agree with Crimson, for IMing and web you won't know the difference, it's actually more convenient since you can carry it around a bit more easily


also note that the new MacBook has a glossy screen, for some people that's a real issue, but I'm sure that has been discussed at length elsewhere

I have a hard time with my work Macbook compared to my home Macbook Pro. I usually keep the work machine plugged into one of my external lcds.

I personally don't think its worth upgrading from your pro, if anything save up a bit more and get a new 15".

just my 2 cents