Apple PowerBook 15.2" Notebook - PowerPC G4 1.67 GHz

This is an awesome laptop. My most satisfying Mac purchase to date.

Pros: - Brilliant 15" widescreen display. - Striking hardware design, aluminum casing. - Mac OS X, The most elegant and stable consumer operating system I've experienced. - Compared to several Windows laptops I've seen, the PowerBook seems more rugged, less flimsy, higher quality components (inside and out). - Up to 2gb of RAM possible. - Auto screen dimming, backlit keyboard. - Zero...
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Pros:
- Brilliant 15" widescreen display.
- Striking hardware design, aluminum casing.
- Mac OS X, The most elegant and stable consumer operating system I've experienced.
- Compared to several Windows laptops I've seen, the PowerBook seems more rugged, less flimsy, higher quality components (inside and out).
- Up to 2gb of RAM possible.
- Auto screen dimming, backlit keyboard.
- Zero configuration to connect to any wired or wireless network.
- Top notch Apple service and support, I highly recommend purchasing AppleCare.
- Size and weight, compact and lightweight.

Cons:
- Battery could be better. A friend of mine just bought an Inspiron 6000. While the 6000 seems cheapish, the battery lasts twice as long as my PowerBook battery.
- I really can't think of any others, you'll love this laptop!

By garrettks - Oct 28, 2005

15inch pbook

Strengths: not a dell or microsoft dependent

Weakness: I have dropped mine and the case is dented pretty baddly, but still works

I had a top of the line Dell with all the extra warrenties and it and they were nothing but a huge pain in my life. I will never buy anything from Dell or Microsoft again if I can. Dells service is horrible they hardley speak english and new nothing about fixing their and my POS computer.

By anonymous; - Oct 7, 2005

The Perfect Replacement for My Aging TiBook

Strengths: The 1.67GHz G4 processor combined with 1 GB RAM and an 80GB 5400RPM hard drive make this thing smoking hot in the performance department. Kudos to Apple for packing so much into such a small package.

Weakness: This machine runs hot! Invest in an elevated stand to prolong the life on your machine. Also, the battery life leaves something to be desired. Invest in a spare one if you are a heavy traveler.

I purchased this laptop to replace my old 15.2" titanium PowerBook G4 667MHz. I considered purchasing a new computer from several other manufacturers, but I eventually settled on the PowerBook. I just fell in love with the responsiveness of the machine and all the great software that comes pre-loaded from the factory. Apple's track record for great support and reliability are unmatched by other...
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I purchased this laptop to replace my old 15.2" titanium PowerBook G4 667MHz. I considered purchasing a new computer from several other manufacturers, but I eventually settled on the PowerBook. I just fell in love with the responsiveness of the machine and all the great software that comes pre-loaded from the factory. Apple's track record for great support and reliability are unmatched by other companies. I am involved in PC support for more than 2000 machines in a mixed environment (Linux, UNIX, Windows, Mac, etc). I have first hand experience with the support departments of various vendors and I must say that Apple is always the most responsive. As long as Apple keeps improving their products, I will continue to buy them without hesitation. Congratulations to Apple on developing such a great product!

By ktubaugh - Aug 18, 2005

First Mac, very impressed

Strengths: Sleek design, lightweight, and performs at great speeds

Weakness: Battery life not enough

I've never had a Mac before, so this being my first one it's great. It has a great look to it, and performs masterfully. It has a lot of memory space and easy to use software. For all you PC users out there, it is different to function at first glance, but give it a half hour and you'll have all of it covered

By anonymous; - Sep 12, 2005

G4 PowerBook worth every penny

Strengths: 2G Ram, 2 USB ports and 1 Firewire port, power on and access wireless networking out of the box.

Weakness: Machine heats up and only 80G hard drive

I purchased this Mac after a nearly 10 year lapse since my last Mac (a PowerMac 7200/90). I have become addicted to the ease of the interface as well as the ability to use Microsoft Office and connect with my office's wireless network. I am the only Mac user in my office and none of my coworkers know it. The machine is slim and its sleek design makes it easy to take it anywhere. The wireless card...
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I purchased this Mac after a nearly 10 year lapse since my last Mac (a PowerMac 7200/90). I have become addicted to the ease of the interface as well as the ability to use Microsoft Office and connect with my office's wireless network. I am the only Mac user in my office and none of my coworkers know it. The machine is slim and its sleek design makes it easy to take it anywhere. The wireless card allows access to the Internet in any airport, hotel or coffee shop with Wi-Fi. My Powerbook in conjunction with a .Mac account with 2G of storage allows me to continue to be productive no matter where I might find myself. If Apple increases the size of the hard drive in its next offering and installs next generation wireless technology as well, I see no reason not to continue using a Mac. Hopefiully, more professionals will begin understanding that the costs and time associated with using a Windows network are not worth the trouble when Apple continues to develop extraordinary products like this mobile computer. I urge average to above average computer users to take the 15" Powerbook for a spin because you will fall in love with it as I did...again.

By brads79 - Oct 10, 2005