MBP and the Apple store
I am going to be ordering my MBP, Final Cut Studio, and various and sundry items very shortly. I live 150+ miles from the nearest brick and morter store. Would yall order online or drive the 2 1/2 hrs to get there? My wife is a teacher so we want the academic discounts.
JD
It really depends. If you're going to buy online, I would recommend buying from amazon.com. They have gret, super-fast free shipping, no tax and the best return process/policies out of all online stores in my experience. If something is wrong with the computer, it will be a no-hassle experience. The online applestore is fine, but not as fast shipping and you have to pay tax. The return period is also shorter (14 days compared to 30 days with amazon). So, to sum up, amazon is the way to go for online purchases.
I've bought at my local apple store a few times and it was fine. It's like buying cookies behind the counter: you tell them what you want, they get it for you and you pay. through your ears! The only benefit I can see with buying at a store is that it will always be less hassle if you have a problem and need a replacement, but that's only valid if you live near the store.
Just for your reference, and I hope I don't scare you, I've returne MANY defect macbook pros to amazon without a hitch - problems ranging from squeaky keyboards to uneven illumination of the display. They are great to deal with and , unlike Apple sometimes, they don't question the defects. Apple often dismisses things as being 'within specifications' even if they guy who bought the computer before you doesn't have the issue.
Just go with whoever you think provides the most convenient and flexible experience, but don't forget to take into account how problems will be dealt with!
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