Better deal? 1.83ghz C2D or 2ghz CD
I have the choice between these two models:
Refurbished MacBook 2.0GHz Intel Core Duo $899
w/ superdrive (though I will probably rarely burn dvds)
Refurbished MacBook 1.83GHz Intel Core 2 Duo $949
w/o superdrive
All other specs are the same. Is it better to have the core 2 duo with less processing speed or vice versa? Which is the better deal?
That would be a good question, how much faster is the 1.8ghz CD2 than the 2.0 CD. There isn't much difference in the speed (1.8 vs 2.0) - but the difference lies in the architecture of the chips. The 1.8 CD2 might be just as fast, if not slightly faster than the 2.0 CD because of the architecture.
The other thing to know is, the CD2's have the ability to upgrade to 802.11n if you buy the Airport Express Base Station. The CD's are not able to do this.
Hope this helps.
D.A.M.O.N
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New Customer: What is better deal, 3g or 3gs?
Hey everyone,
I'm a new customer and am planning on getting an iphone. Since majority of you have experience with both phones, I was hoping you could shed some light on what deal you think is best.
For $199, I would love to get the 16g 3gs because it has everything i could possibly need and more, but i am concerned there are a few major quirks that need to be worked out since it is apple's newest phone. My biggest concerns are the signal strength, scratchable screen, battery life, and internet download speeds.
For $99, the 8g 3g is still probably enough, but i would not have the peace of mind knowing i have the latest and greatest. On the otherhand, I would not have to worry about all the concerns I'd have with the 3gs because the 3g has been around for a while and im sure all its problems have been worked out.
What do you guys think, is the 3gs the better deal and should I be concerned about what I mentioned above?
ThanksiPhone 3GS FTW!
Specs that you should know why 3GS >>> 3G
CPU
3G: 620 MHz underclocked to 412 MHz, PowerVR MBX Lite 3D GPU
3GS: ARM Cortex-A8 833 MHz underclocked to 600 MHz, PowerVR SGX GPU (Equivalent to 1.2 GHz ARM 11, VERY SNAPPY INTERFACE)
RAM
3G: 128 MB (Apps and Safari often crash due to limited memory)
3GS: 256 MB
*VOICE CONTROL*
3G: Not integrated into the system, only supported by 3rd party apps and most of them require Internet access for audio post processing and recognition.
3GS: Integrated voice recognition system.
*DIGITAL COMPASS*
3G: NONE (Augmented Reality Browser cannot be supported)
3GS: YES (Augmented Reality Browser can be supported, able to rotate Google Map to the direction you are facing without moving an inch)
*BROWSER SPEED*
Please click on the link below to check the comparison among iPhone 3G, 3GS, Palm Pre and G1
http://www.tuaw.com/2009/06/25/speed-test-comparing-iphone-3g-3g-s-and-palm-pre- has-surprisin?icid=spherecnninlinetech
CAMERA
3G: 2 Mpix without video recording (Jailbroken one can only do 15 fps, weak!)
3GS: 3 Mpix with video recording (Video is QVGA = 640 X 480 @ 30FPS) Excellent White Balancing!!!
*In Conclusion*
iPhone 3GS provides a better value even compare to Palm Pre, 3G, G1, and even Nokia N97 (Base on CPU specs and actual performance)
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Um, what? Your posting makes no sense.
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What's the better deal? - same price, different specs
I've got a tough choice between two good Macbook pros at the same price. Which do you think will perform better? Which is the best overall deal? Why?
The most computer intensive things I do will be basic movie editing, 3d modeling with CAD, maybe gaming. So I guess graphics are pretty important.
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Thanks!the 2.3GHz Quad Core will be faster than the 2.4GHz Quad Core because of the system bus of 1600MHz....
with the 1600MHz system bus and faster 1600MHz RAM, this will be a better deal for you.
in any event, either macbook pro will be fine with what you'll be using it for....
although the 2.4GHz might seem faster because of the speed of the processor, do keep in mind that the 2.3GHz is running on the new ivy bridge processor/chipset..
you will be however, happy with either one....
or you can buy one and if you're not happy with it, you have a 14 day return/exchange policy and replace with the other one...
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I was on a promotion from online but was called with a better deal that just bit me... why is this?
I was on a promotion and was not happy but OK with the service.I was also to get a $250 gift card but a month later, I get a call from customer service stating they have a better deal.The rep stated I would be paying less than $100 every month!To confirm I asked the rep multiple times and she stated that it is for every month moving forward.I agreed to this. A month later....I am paying $120+ a month.... I called up today and the rep stated the rep I talked to before noted only 1 month for the price.... Now I have to pay more than I was paying before and I won't get my gift card. Seems like it was planned. And the rep I talked to today can say is you are getting a good deal.... while I am feeling very very cheated.
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Well I would just like to share the good news with all of you...
After going onto www.hpshopping.com , I have noticed that a similiar in power Windows XP Professional laptop with the same speciifications costs more than the all new MacBook Pro when the educational discount is used.
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Not at aimed at you RobG1, but many others who are obsessed with this price comparison, including a heated debate going on at the MacWorld site.
Apples may or may not be more expensive than a Dell (why is it always Dell? Surely as better brand comparison would be with Sony or Toshiba).
I switched and use a Mac for a variety of reasons, none of which was price. Going into a business meeting and knowing it will work. Never having that embarrasing moment went the machine won't boot up, or won't work with the projector, or the application fails etc etc. Using Keynote or even Powerpoint for mac always looks better on screen than using Powerpoint on a PC. It very often prompts favourable comment.
My powerbook always seems to promote a discussion beyond work leading to a connection with a client that would normally take dinner.
Finally there is something about OSX that makes using a computer easier and more pleasurable. I can't explain it but is there.
Put a "price" on the above then a comparision can be made.
RobG1 I notice from your sig you use XP. If you needed equitable pricing, for whatever reason, to make your switch it is great you now have the ammunition. You should make the switch you will not regret it.
I do not hate Dells, they have done a great job in bringing cheap computers to market. I don't particularly hate Microsoft (I don't like their business practices, nor do I think they make "great" software). But to compare the two systems on the basis of price entirely misses the point.
regards
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Original iPhone plus 2.0 better deal than 3G?
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How can I get a better deal for cheaper?
I've been a customer with you for many years, and have to say I thought I was getting a great deal- Until speaking with other people on different providers I'm rather concerned about how much I'm paying for what I'm getting.
Then vote with your feet.
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Adobe "Photography Program" The Price is right better deal then old PS Standard + Upgrades..
Adobe Photography Program:
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To be clear, $9.99 is not an introductory price. It is the price for those of you who sign up by December 31, 2013. This offer will be available at the same time we introduce the new version of Lightroom 5.2 in a couple weeks.
I will only use
Photoshop CC
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$9.99 is a good price... to get current ACR and possibly some Photoshop bug fixes..Photonic, you said: "I can say Adobe "will" do these things because it is just good business for a company that has the leverage of a monopoly in this market segment -- which is what Adobe is all about today." I would suggest that you are assuming the very worst, and that your business model is flawed. There is only so much a company can alienate its customers before a very lucrative alternative market would spring up for a competitor. "Screw the Customer" really has never been Adobe's way of doing business.
Consider Photoshop. I bought my first version in 1996. The price? $1000 Cdn - about $850 USD. And it was a far far cry from the amazing piece of software that it is today. PsCs6 was about $700 before the CC model and it is now cheaper, much cheaper. Consider Lightroom. When I first bought Lightroom it was $300, upgrade $150. Now it is $150, upgrade $75. Lightroom is a lot more robust than it was initially. It has replaced Photoshop for many people, and even for some professionals.
Back to Ps. There are no longer two versions of the program, the Extended version being quite a lot more expensive. That might not have flown very well. The two programs are now one again and the price is lower than the standard version was.
It seems that some people are saying that despite the fact that Adobe has constantly lowered the price of their products and in fact, has made the initial cost so low that almost anyone could afford it if they need to have it, it is clear that they are just waiting until ... what .... everyone is addicted? Then they will jack up the price until it is as expensive as a car? Pardon my lifted eyebrows.
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What will be better deal and better for gaming?
Ok here is my dilemma, I just got from Best Buy an open box macbook pro it's a i7 2.66mhz dual core with a Nvidia GT 330m 512mb graphics card, I have an oppurtunity to return it for a quad core i7 2.0mhz but thing is it only has a radeon 6490 256mb graphics card, ultimately whIch machine is going to be better for gaming under bootcamp? Is it worth the $600'price difference?
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Wait until you are enrolled after which you may get it free or at low cost from your school.
Don't bother with iWork. Schools are pretty standardized on Office. You could also download one the Office-like suites:
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