Hi all!
I'm preparing to finally take a plunge and get myself a new MacBook Pro. I've been a Mac user for years, but this will be my first laptop!
Let me first say I'll be using it largely for graphic and web design, as well as for productivity/personal. The plan is to connect it to a monitor at home, and take it with me to work (where I have a Mac Pro). I have a few questions I hoping someone can help me with:
- Size. I'm torn between the 15" and 17" models. I'm sure the 15" is easier to pack around, but I'd love the real estate of the larger one
- Screen: Glossy or Antiglare? I'm thinking the matte screen would be nicer, but I was wondering if there are any downsides to it.
- AppleCare: Worth it?
- Financing: Use Apple's or bring your own? How do most of you pay for it?
Any other tips or tidbits are also appreciated!
Thanks!
I'm preparing to finally take a plunge and get myself a new MacBook Pro. I've been a Mac user for years, but this will be my first laptop!
Let me first say I'll be using it largely for graphic and web design, as well as for productivity/personal. The plan is to connect it to a monitor at home, and take it with me to work (where I have a Mac Pro). I have a few questions I hoping someone can help me with:
- Size. I'm torn between the 15" and 17" models. I'm sure the 15" is easier to pack around, but I'd love the real estate of the larger one
- Screen: Glossy or Antiglare? I'm thinking the matte screen would be nicer, but I was wondering if there are any downsides to it.
- AppleCare: Worth it?
- Financing: Use Apple's or bring your own? How do most of you pay for it?
Any other tips or tidbits are also appreciated!
Thanks!