Thanks dude...I was in the short pump apple store tonight checking out the new macbooks. I like the new track. Pretty sweet...not too crazy about the keyboard tho. I have the old macbook pro where the keys actually butt up against each other and that feels more comfy to me. I have backlit keys and I agree...they are a must have. Also not too crazy about the glossy screen, but all the concerns I could deal with...nothing major. I actually won't mind going down to a 13 inch screen. Since I'll be toting it around quite a bit in my backpack the smaller size will be nice. The peeps at the apple store said it's only $50 off right now for academic discount, so I'll sit tight until I hear of a better deal..hopefully after snow is out as you mentioned. I'm in no hurry so we shall see. I'm pumped to be joining you at VCU bro!! Can't wait to get in that dent sim lab!!! Talk to you soon!
Scotty
That's funny you were in Short Pump~that's only a couple miles away from me.
Yeah I can see how the different keyboard would be an adjustment. I came from the blackbook & the chicklet keys were the same (minus hawt lighting, of course). I actually have grown to like them quite a bit. Nice solid feel.
13" is the Bee's Knees. I love the portability of this thing~I bring it with me nearly every single day.
I've always liked glossy screens, but I must say this one is the king of gloss. It's gorgeous in low light (like powerpoint lectures), but using it outside would prolly suck.
I haven't looked recently, but the $50 education discount should only be for the 2.0 aluminum MB and the white classic. The more expensive 2.4 w/backlit keyboard should still have the $100 discount. Apple had a black Friday sale with additional savings, but other than that the price shouldn't drop too much anytime soon. Maybe a lil cheaper by Summer tho.
You're gonna love VCU! DentSim was awesome, I can't believe we're already out of it. The mannequin lab is a lot of fun tho too.
'night.