Ever think your MBP is too big?

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!

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.

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.

Red Snapper said:

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.

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Haha I agree. Some 17" laptops are HUGE.

technologist said:

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

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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.

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

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.

kgeier82 said:

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

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So what will you be using?

Yes, all the time.

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!

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.

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

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

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

SoundsGood said:

So what will you be using?

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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 : )

too big, NO WAYYY I love my 17" and if they made the MBP in 19", I would still buy that !!

I like the size. If I could have the 17 inch in the 12 inch laptop size that would be ideal, but I think the 15.4 is perfect considering the laws of physics and everything. Going back an using a 12 inch now .. it just seems like a toy.

. . . if you think your 15 inch is big ...




... the first time I say this it was at Comp USA. For about 3 minutes I just stared in disbelief at how ugly and awkward it was. I suppose it's perfect for someone though .. I hope Acer told that someone that it's available .. ;D

Here's a short video: http://reviews.cnet.com/laptops/acer-aspire-9800/4505-3121_7-31958939.html