Well I finally did it... bought my first Mac.

[phobic99]

Finally after weeks of bouncing back and forth between a MB, MBP, whether I wanted a black one, white, refurb one, new one, Amazon, AAFES (military) store, JR.com...

I finally decided that I liked my current laptop (Dell M1210) due to it's portability and while I like the MBP's specs a lot, I just couldn't justify the price jump. I probably spent a little more than I wanted but I really wanted a black one. There's just something about it. I dunno. Anyway, I paid $1160 with shipping for a new previous gen (2.2Ghz) black Macbook. A refurb from the Apple store (which seem to go quick) would've cost me about $25-30 less so not too bad I don't think.

I'm really looking forward to playing with my first Mac. If things go well (and I'm sure they will, I'm probably going to buy an iPhone and a new Macbook pro when the newer models are released. I act as if I'm rich or something.

 

[basesloaded190]

congrats, enjoy your new computer!

 

[Hello.there]

I act as if I'm rich or something.

I know the feeling - I used to be reasonably comfortable before I was bitten by the Apple bug, now down-and-outs are offering me their spare change.

Enjoy your Mac, you'll love it!

 

[dborja]

Congrats! The 2.2GHz model is the Nov 2007 generation which is expandable to 4GB RAM; good choice!

Welcome to the rebellion!

 

[DaBrain]

Finally after weeks of bouncing back and forth between a MB, MBP, whether I wanted a black one, white, refurb one, new one, Amazon, AAFES (military) store, JR.com...

I finally decided that I liked my current laptop (Dell M1210) due to it's portability and while I like the MBP's specs a lot, I just couldn't justify the price jump. I probably spent a little more than I wanted but I really wanted a black one. There's just something about it. I dunno. Anyway, I paid $1160 with shipping for a new previous gen (2.2Ghz) black Macbook. A refurb from the Apple store (which seem to go quick) would've cost me about $25-30 less so not too bad I don't think.

I'm really looking forward to playing with my first Mac. If things go well (and I'm sure they will, I'm probably going to buy an iPhone and a new Macbook pro when the newer models are released. I act as if I'm rich or something.

WTG! Congrats! I also purchased a Black refurb about 2 weeks ago and I love it. It came with 2 gigs of ram, so I got lucky there. I didn't think Id like the glossy screen, but it's fine also! Have fun and let us know when it comes in!

 

[GfulDedFan]

Welcome to the good life....the way computing was meant to be. You'll be happy using a computer instead of constantly nursing one back to health.

Here's some good links to become familiar with while you're waiting for your delivery:

Switch 101

Mac 101

Portables Fast Start: The New User's Guide to Apple Notebooks

Enjoy

 

[::Lisa::]

Congratulations on your 1st Mac, you'll never look back

[EDIT] In addition to the above poster posting the switch links, take a look at this one... My First Mac offering a 1 page crash course in Mac's

 

[AppleFan360]

Welcome to the Apple experience. Be very careful though. Apple products tend to multiply much quicker than you think.

 

[mbopy22]

I also purchased a Black refurb about 2 weeks ago and I love it. It came with 2 gigs of ram, so I got lucky there

Same thing happened to ME, it arrived YESTERDAY, I'm so happy!!!

Welcome to the Apple experience. Be very careful though. Apple products tend to multiply much quicker than you think

I'd add WELCOME to the BRIGHT SIDE OF COMPUTERS... and the DARK SIDE OF YOUR WALLET!!!!

Ever since I started buying apple products, I've been looking for an Applecoholic association..... anybody knows where to go????

 

[phobic99]

Thanks for welcome everyone. Seems like I made the right choice as far as community goes.

GfulDedFan, those links will be really helpful as I'm sure I'm going to be really confused when I start using Leopard.

Can't wait!

 

[hookem12387]

I'm sure you'll be switching to all mac soon

 

[GfulDedFan]

I'm sure I'm going to be really confused when I start using Leopard.
Can't wait!

Most likely, after a short time, the only confusion will be why you waited so long to switch. Macs are easy....just watch the kids playing on them at the Apple Store.

 

[CalmEnvy]

Congrats, I'll be getting my first Mac next week.

 

[dsnort]

Congrats and welcome to the cul....er, club! The Kool Aids free!

 

[Domofloge]

Enjoy bro. I just got my first Mac for Christmas. Kinda makes all those years of using windows seem like a waste of time. haha I love my !!