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07-21-2006
04:40 PM ET (US)
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Dan Ridley
03-13-2003
02:47 AM ET (US)
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F, I guess phrases like "nothing but good things to say" might have colored many of our impressions as well. This is a new computer, and Rob is pointing out the things he notices, little annoyances included.
(As an iBook - Dual USB - owner, I find the left-side ports a mild visual distraction, but I wouldn't trade the hinge for back-side ports.)
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Rob McNair-Huff  03-12-2003
11:30 PM ET (US)
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F, Believe it or not, you can offer critical comments about a product, even if you like it...
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F
03-12-2003
09:33 PM ET (US)
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Hmmm... I guess phrases like, "definate knock", "pet peeve", "visual mess...runs counter", "bad move", and "eliminates the possiblity...design challenge", may have colored our impression of your impression. If you weren't slamming Apple on this, I guess I'll wait for your disclaimers next time I think I see a slam. (;
F
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Rob McNair-Huff 03-12-2003
03:43 PM ET (US)
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Thanks to all of you for your comments. I should clear up something though. Some folks seem to think I am slamming on Apple's design or that I am dissatisified with my Little AlBook after seeing how it looks with the cords connected to the left of the machine. This is not the case. I am just trying to make sure that people are aware of the issues.
Thanks again for the comments.
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W. Ian Blanton
03-12-2003
12:30 PM ET (US)
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While I understand the problem with visual clutter, I have found that I prefer the cables on the side, especially on my iBook SE, which can open to be completely flat, like a giant tablet. Whenever I work on machines with the ports in the back(laptops, that is), I find it really annoying, usually requiring you to lift the machine or peer over the back. It really comes down to what you need/want, and, as I said, I find that I really do prefer the cables attachments on the sides. Edited 03-12-2003 12:31 PM
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bob
03-12-2003
10:21 AM ET (US)
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I purchased the 12" PB to replace my one-year-old iBook. I bought this form factor because of its size. Why do I care about the size? I carry the damn thing around with me all day -- I'm a consultant. Being able to plug and unplug various devices without playing the "lean over screen" or "spin 180" is a great boon. Left-handed or right-handed, you have to be a spaz to smack the connectors. The machine is designed for maximum portability and Apple did a brilliant design job.
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nick
03-12-2003
04:09 AM ET (US)
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In order to have the ports in back, the screen hinge would have to be totally different, and therefore so would the speaker placement. In short, a complete case redesign.
For what? Less conveniently located ports? This is a 12.1" ultraportable laptop, not a desktop replacement.
Get a desktop replacement if that's what you need. Apple makes them in both a 15" and a 17" form factor.
Next people will be whining about the lack of dual processor Apple laptops, and what a horrible problem it is. Sheesh...
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hazzan
03-12-2003
12:24 AM ET (US)
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I too have a Pismo and recently bought the 12" PB. I thought I would be bothered by the left side ports, but have found that it is easier to remove and hook up when everything is on the side, rather then the back. Since this unit is meant to be portable, I like the fact that I can hook up or remove quickly.
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dxtr
03-11-2003
11:18 PM ET (US)
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Mine works great as a desktop replacement. I have been using a laptop as a desktop for five years now and love the ability to pick up and go at a moments notice. The cables on the left are definitely easier to remove than the rear location. If I get tired of the scenery I just unplug and go sit in the easy chair in the living room. Some things are worth a little inconvenience this is one of them.
seeya
dxtr
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Another Doug
03-11-2003
10:29 PM ET (US)
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I couldn't agree more with "F". This is the closest apple has produced an ultra-portable in some time, long since the Duo series. But to have all that the little AlBook has, and be a G4 processor, you could have the cords protruding from the front for all I care and it still be the most functional device in my house. Rule to apply - the better it is as a portable, the less likely it is to perform as a main desktop machine. And vice versa I suppose (I wouldn't want to lug around a few "Mirrors" around, but I could live if I needed to move my iMac occasionally.)
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JC
03-11-2003
10:24 PM ET (US)
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Big deal about absolutely nothing.
I have a PB 12" and am quite happy with the location of ports.
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indo
03-11-2003
08:36 PM ET (US)
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I, too, have a Pismo and my daughter has an Ibook. There are definite advantages to both. Sometimes with my Pismo I run out of space in a tight area because of the cables that are not too flexible sticking out the back. If the hookups were on the side, I wouldn't have this problem.
It is an advantage to have the cables in the back if you have lots of room. This allows you to center the laptop as needed.
About the docking station.... those that create them will always be able to design one that'll do the job.
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ceec
03-11-2003
04:19 PM ET (US)
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It's not just a matter of asthetics. It also interferes with using auxilary input devices for those of us who are left-handed. It's too easy to knock out the cable of the device while you're using it.
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