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I own a 27" iMac, wanted a laptop for mobile convenience. I did order a 13" MBP Monday and it will be here Wednesday, if I don't open it ; I have until January to return. I have a few concerns after reading several posts:
1.) How long will the present 13" MPB configuration be adequate ?? Meaning before it would get sluggish??
2.) I thought 13" screen got upgraded when other MBP's did, but it doesn't show having a high def screen. Is the current screen crisp??
3.) is it stupid to spend $1100 on almost a year old configuration?? I never would of in the pc market.
Please give me insight.

Most authorized retailers only give you two weeks to return.
The 90 day warranty is not a return policy.
Verify January really applies as return, and you aren't confusing AppleCare's free phone and software support for a return plan.
The speed of a Macbook is fine for all but heavy time gamers, high end video editing, and time sensitive photo manipulation.
Yes the screen is crisp, visit a store near you to see how much.
Read my tip regarding new versus old machines
http://discussions.apple.com/thread.jspa?threadID=1502615&tstart=0
Only you with your needs can determine the value of the machine

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From: [email protected]
To: [email protected]
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