Just bought a Powerbook G4
Is there an address where I can email a question for support? The Apple Store told me their support was great but I haven't been able to locate a support desk on this site.
Here is the question I have. When I bought the powerbook last Tuesday the sales person assured me it had ilife 06 on it. It doesn't and it wasn't in my bag of software when I left. Does it come with it or do I have to buy it?
Welcome to the Apple discussion forums.
According the Apple web site, under hardware, PowerPC G4 PB, it says iLife 05 comes with the currently shipping product. So, sounds like you got what Apple is shipping, and the sales person was wrong. However, if you want iLife 06, and the sales person told you it was included, you might go back to the store and insist on it....maybe you'll get it. Otherwise it's $79, or less with an educational discount.
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