Posted by richard
Mon, Sep 22 2003 08:09
I am still learning how to use the Powerbook. I had become
accustomed to using Linux with multiple desktops and that it is an
adjustment. Overall, I really like the Mac. My brother told me a
couple of useful tricks for setting up the Mac. I have probably used
this
site the most to find
out how to do things, but
Google
has been most helpful.
I still need to play with iMovie some more. There are a couple of
things that I couldn't figure out how to do the first time I tried,
but I really didn't look at it very long.
I really like Safari for web browsing. There are a couple of errors I
have (pages being cached too aggressively is one), but overall it is
slick. I am sure the next version will fix some of these problems.
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Posted by richard
Thu, Sep 18 2003 13:44
My powerbook is working with the wireless network. I think changing the channel
on the wireless router fixed the problem. My guess is that I was using
the same channel as a neighbor. I am glad that is fixed.
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Posted by richard
Wed, Sep 17 2003 08:01
Yesterday, we returned the 12" Powerbook and 20GB iPod and got a 15"
Powerbook and 15Gb iPod. At this point, I have only opened the
Powerbook and let me say that it is slick. Apple makes some good
computers (they should for the price). Last night I spent most of the
time trying to get it setup (downloading and installing programs).
I did run into some wireless network issues. The Powerbook comes with
802.11g which is supposed to be compatible with 802.11b which is what
I have. At first, it didn't work at all, but then it worked for a
while last night. Then it stopped again. I made some changes to my
wireless access point (switched channels because I thought I might be
competing with one of the neighbors). I ended up plugging it into the
network to do a couple of things before I went to bed. This morning,
it recognized the wireless network without a problem. I am interested
in seeing if the problem continues.
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Posted by richard
Mon, Sep 08 2003 22:19
Tonight we purchased a Powerbook and a 20GB iPod. The 20GB iPod was
eligible for the $200 rebate from Apple (educational). Suzanne and I
really debated whether or not to get the Powerbook.
While we are at the Apple store about ready to purchase the Powerbook
Suzanne asked Reia if she was excited and Reia let out a squeal. It
was pretty funny and Suzanne turned a nice shade of red.
Now it is a waiting game. I am going to wait until next week to see
if Apple announces new Powerbooks at the expo next week. There is a
slight chance if Apple reduces the Powerbook prices (or if they stay
the same), Apple will do an appeasement on the older powerbooks.
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Posted by richard
Mon, Sep 08 2003 11:06
I am new to the Apple scene. I have been a pretty heavy Linux user in
the last couple of years. For the past 3 months (since my daughter
was born), I have been considering getting a Powerbook from Apple.
The problem is there have been rumors of new Powerbooks coming, but
they haven't yet made it. There is also a special offer from Apple if
you buy a Powerbook and iPod, you get a $200 rebate (educational).
Today, Apple introduced new iPods that are not eligible for the
rebate. They have larger storage capacity. I am expecting the new
Powerbooks to be introduced next week at the Mac Expo, but they
probably won't qualify either. Do I go with the newest stuff or take
the rebate and go with the older?
humm....
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