Should i buy a Refurb Macbook Air or a new Macbook white?

[chris]

You can find more complete data of the first two models in this Arstechnica review.

[hankb]

Very helpful info! Storage isn't a big deal, so it seems like the best deal is the 64SSD model! I think it is interesting that they don't show the % savings on this model in the Apple Store.... Do you think that Snow Leopard will have any issues on the RevA models? The information I've seen sounds like it will make the MBA more efficient.

How is the battery on your new toy? Thanks again!!!

[hankb]

Chris......how's it going w/ the new MBA? I haven't pulled the trigger yet.....but, I'm close. Since you've had both, wanted to see if you are having any issues. Thanks for your help!

[chris]

It's been great. Hard to judge battery life, as I have spent enough time on the go to judge.

I'm real happy with it. If there is anything you need me to test, I'd be happy to. Specific videos online, etc.

[hankb]

That's all I needed to hear......do you see a big difference in terms load times and overall "snappiness" compared to the 80HDD? I'm glad your enjoying it!

[chris]

I think the choice is between the entry level MacBook vs the MacBook Air Rev. A SSD?

More value per-say in the MacBook, but the intangibles of the MBA are the size/form factor.

My Invisible Shield is coming today, so will start using it more often after the install. For me, the question is whether or not I eBay my early-2008 MacBook Pro. I'll challenge the Air over the next few weeks, months and then make a decision. I don't do a ton of design (more Photoshop work) and I'm not sure if the 13" will be sufficient. Then again, I do most of my work on the desktop.

If Apple ever does a 15" MBA with 2 USB ports, added RAM, I will have found my perfect laptop. (if the price isn't astronomical).


-Chris

[chris]

Opening programs is very snappy on the 64GB SSD. I notice a big difference from my original MBA. I think any processing issues will happen doing iMovie processing, etc. I don't expect to do much of that on the MBA, so I'm not concerned.

I did read of some people having issues watching HD video online. I checked some HD Apple trailers and not a single stuttering issue.

[hankb]

Just ordered mine.....I have read to many good things about the SSD and for my usage the additional $$ for a RevB HDD doesn't make sense. I've never owned a mac & I wanted a smaller notebook. Thanks again for your feedback and I'll let you know when I receive mine!!

[chris]

Originally Posted by hankb

Just ordered mine.....I have read to many good things about the SSD and for my usage the additional $$ for a RevB HDD doesn't make sense. I've never owned a mac & I wanted a smaller notebook. Thanks again for your feedback and I'll let you know when I receive mine!!

Congratulations! I hope I didn't build it up too much!

The interesting thing about the Air is that it's truly unlike any notebook. That's the first thing you'll notice. So, not only are you in for a treat with Mac OS X, but you've also got yourself an incredible looking laptop that is amazingly thin.

BTW, my understanding is that you'll have iLife 09' included in the package.

I'd love to hear how your feedback. I think you're going to love it.

-Chris

[Youngbinks]

Congratulations on the purchase! I also have a MBA and I love it more and more every day.