Pros: fast processor and upgrade friendly! Cons: I can't marry this thing!!
I have been an avid Macintosh user for well over 15 years now. I enjoy the simplicity of the software and the clearness of the picture, especially when I was doing web design.
For the past 5 years I have been using a Mac Powerbook 1400c, and...
Pros: Great Value, extra sharp screen, solid keyboard, fast, svelte, good drive selection, stylish, superior connectivity Cons: ludicrous memory prices, awkward CDtray eject, disappointing combo-drive burn speeds, slow 66mhz bus
The first iBook was, like the first iMac, trying to make too radical of a statement. The monstrosity weighed in at nearly 7 pounds. When opened, it looked like an orange toilet seat. When closed, it looked like a Hello Kitty purse (especially with that...
I remember the night I received my first iBook (the blueberry variety) in October of 1999, it was an exciting evening, I remember even hugging the courier because I was so excited to see him walking up my steps with not 1 but 2 boxes from Apple (we...
Pros: portable, internal modem, macintosh user-friendly, sufficient speaker Cons: no floppy disk drive, only one USB port
I have used and enjoyed Macintosh computers for years, preferring them over the "C:" cursors of the pc's - I LIKE cute little icons, and "pointing and clicking" - I bought the iBook in October 2000, and have enjoyed it immensely- it actually has...
Pros: Drive choices, Small, Light, Fast, Good Screen, Airport, Cheap Cons: No slot-loading drive
As soon as I saw Apple's new iBook I wanted one. The new variation of Apple's entry level laptop was introduced on May 1, 2001. Absolutely everything was changed on the new iBook. It is smaller, lighter, faster, has a CD-RW drive available, and is...
Pros: new color, faster processor, larger HD Cons: no DVD
As the owner of an iBook (okay, actually 2 of them) here are the reasons, Apple won't get another $1800 of my hard earned cash. But if you haven't yet purchased an iBook this is the one to buy. Confused? Okay let me explain, if you don't already own an...
Pros: Bright, sharp display, durable, made by Apple! Cons: A/V cable not included
I have admired the new generation of Apple PowerBooks for some time but could not really justify the expense, so after much debate, I decided to lease a new iBook, which looks kind of like the PowerBook's kid brother. Instead of a 15" extra wide screen,...
Pros: Like a Fiat on an Xterra platform with two shuttle boosters placed on each side. Cons: Too cute, does it come with Starbucks Coffee and a Volkswagon Beetle?
The Greeks have pioneered the notion that to live long, you must indulge yourself within reason and moderation. Will I go to hell for indulging myself in this incredible piece of machinery? Ever since my lab issued the Apple iBook Special Addition...
First off, I'm by no means a Mac fanatic and spend as much time in front of Windows as the Mac. Although for my personal use I always retain a recent PowerMac, my previous two laptops have been Wintel - a Powerbook was just too expensive.
Pros: Active Matrix screen, battery life, speed (with additional RAM), design, ease of use, uniqueness Cons: annoyingly loud CD drive, weight, mono speaker
I am a computer teacher at an elementary school and purchased the iBook to determine if it would be a laptop that would benefit our teachers. This is what I think:
Pros: Complete package; easy to set up and use Cons: Pricey
I'm a Mac person from way back. 1985, to be precise. I've always had Macs around due to my work, but never actually owned one until the iBook. I wanted to buy a computer for my daughter to use that could double as something that her mother could take...
Pros: Fast, smooth running, high tech look, simple to use, convenient, long battery life, etc. Cons: The trackpad is sometimes too sensitive (but that is a personal opinion).
It all started about a month ago...
I was desperate to have a laptop for the time I spend travelling in the summer. At first, I was contemplating purchasing an old/used laptop from my brother. I used his laptop last summer and hated it....
Pros: Software and hardware and accessory alike. Cons: Highly unappreciated by anyone and everyone, charger is poorly designed
(Last Updated: 8/15--at bottom) As soon as I saw the delicious looking iBooks on television I had to have one. I've been on a Mac for about 9 years now, and even though I had not purchased an iMac (I wasn't ready to buy new USB compatible...
Pros: Beautiful industrial design, perfect size, good performance, well-made, great value Cons: limited expansion options, somewhat smallish display, won't run PC software but that's a separate issue...
My brother was looking for an inexpensive laptop for law school in the fall. I originally suggested to him the G4 Titanium Powerbook, but it was out of his budget so I began looking for a decent PC laptop under $1500. I looked at some of the cheaper IBM...
Pros: Ease of use, appearance, Airport, battery life, durability, stability Cons: small HD and memory, no firewire, DVD, airport difficult to set up, no external storage
I have had this machine over a year, and I love it. It is a beautiful machine in terms of appearance, you get it and immediately want to hug it.
The machine runs well out of the box, with easy internet set-up. It runs most Macintosh apps just...
Pros: Style, Wireless Networking, Great Design and attention to detail Cons: Heavy, Screen a little small, default memory config a little skimpy
Whatever any one may say about the iBook’s resemblance to either a toilet seat or a makeup case, the longer I spend with the iBook, the more I like it. Everything about this machine is well designed, and I appreciate the design that obviously went to the...
Pros: Incredibly small, light, fast, and durable. Cons: Limited battery options (but who really cares?)
I decided to buy the new iBook (officially called the iBook Dual USB) after lugging around, for nearly three years, a PowerBook G3 Wallstreet 233. That computer was nice but too large and fragile; I'm a college student, and its nearly 9-pound weight was...
Pros: portable, efficient, inexpensive, CUTE!!! Cons: only one USB port, which is on the wrong side of the computer for a right-handed mouse user. Also, there's no room for an internal disk drive.
After three years of battling with my brother for internet access, this summer my parents shelled out some cash to purchase me a computer of my own. I did some research, and after determining what I wanted and needed in a computer as a college student,...
Pros: Everything but video mirroring Cons: Direct video output.
I have owned a Blueberry iBook for seven months and have tried to put it through it's paces. Each time it has performed wonderfully...even better then the Compac laptops on my fellow employees have, that is until now.
For years home computers were all the same: little beige boxes. Ugly. The designers gave no thought to aesthetics. Function was their only concern, and it really showed.
Apple changed all that. First it introduced the iMac; a beautiful little...
Pros: Overall Improvement, speedy Cons: Too little upgrade for the higher price
SE, huh?
The Apple iBook, contrary to my predictions, was a large success for Apple Computer, Inc. The reasons I assumed it would be a marginal success were: Small hard drive, low clock speed, and slow non-DVD cd-rom drive. However,...
Pros: Fast, runs multimedia applications well Cons: More expensive to upgrade or buy software, no Floppy Disk Drive
One of my Co-Workers just bought one of these notebooks, and brought it in to show me. Why she didn't buy a Sony I will never know (we work for Sony...but she works for the Consumer Products part and I work for the PC Side) but I personally think she...
Background: I worked at Apple from 1993 to 1996 in Hardware Diagnostics QA and went on to work in the Internet Industry since, buried in all types of hardware and software, Mac, PC and UNIX.
I purchased an iBook for use as a testbed at work....
Pros: Ultra-small, nice extra features, fantastic screen, looks cool. Cons: Finish shows fingerprints, takes a while to charge, no handle.
You can tell the comments about the 'girly' nature of the original iBook really got to the industrial design team at Apple. Or maybe they didn't; even though they are from completely different design philosophies, the old and new iBooks look like cousins...
Pros: Great looks, durable, wirelesss networking, and awesome OS. Cons: Heavy, small screen, needs more ram and bigger hard drive
Blueberry. That is the color of my Apple iBook laptop computer. Yes, I know I should say that is the "flavor" of my computer, and I guess that would be an apt description either way. I love the color, the look and especially the performance...
Pros: Unique style, Rugged, Colourful! New(er) iBooks are loaded with goodies! Cons: No firewire, One USB port, No built-in microphone, Poor internal speaker.
I bought the second release of the Apple iBook (tangerine) in March of 2000, for $2,400. Cdn. Its intended use was mainly wordprocessing and internet/email access. This release of the iBook has a PowerPC G3 300MHz processor, 64Mb RAM, 6Gb Hard Drive,...
Pros: Fast, study design, low cost, beautiful screen. Cons: mono-speaker, almost too large of trackpad.
I am typing this epinion using my brand new iBook/SE. I purchased it just fourty-eight hours or so ago, and let me tell you this much... I love every part of it.... Well minus a few minor things that is...
Pros: Looks sleek- really cool- Optional Air Port works just like it's supposed to! Cons: Hmmm, price
I own an iMac Special Edition and the new 'cube'. I love Apple. I love Macs. Having been in the graphic design field- (not any more) I was bottle fed on Macs for a long time. Sure- i have a PC too, but I really love my Macs. I suppose anyone who buys a...
Pros: Runs like a dream with all the bells and whistles you could need. So inexpensive! Cons: CD-ROM eject stinks and the OEM RAM isn't quite enough.
Upon first glance, I particularly noticed how tiny this iBook was. It’s a mere 11.2 by 9.1 inches and is only 1.5 inch thick, weighing just about 5 pounds. The screen is rather small at 12.1 inches, but for a portable computer, it truly is the perfect...
Pros: Fast, expandable, lightweight, mobile, affordable and stylish Cons: F12/Eject key not too responsive.
As a pro-user, I tend to sneer at consumer products and refuse to settle for anything less than the best. The old iBook was no exception. I never took the original iBook seriously. The fruit colors and lack of substance to me was just weak and tacky and...
Pros: Nice features at a great price! Cons: No DVD available.
First of all, I had researched many laptops before deciding on this particular model. I had a very limited budget, and wanted to get the most for my money. I happened to come across this ibook in MacWarehouse for $1199.00 and I made up my mind right then...
Pros: Quite fast, durable, and, well - it's a Mac. Cons: A bit heavy. Prone to hard disk noise.
Too expensive.
April, 2001 UPDATE
I would recommend the iBook SE to anyone, /except/ that a fully-loaded Powerbook G3/400, with a 14" screen, much larger L2 cache, more RAM, and more ports, can now be had at the same price. Apple is no longer selling PB...
Pros: DVD, Video Out, Key Lime color, Movies anywhere!! Cons: No microphone port (minor con)
My life is usually going in at least three to four directions at once and I needed a laptop that could keep up with me. The requirements it had to fulfill were simple; it needed to be tough, fast, and expandable and multimedia. My original iBook met...
Pros: hipster looks for inferiority-complex teens Cons: "Service" plan makes any little problem a big problem
It all started when I noticed that the ibook display models in the authorized Apple store I visited had missing delete keys: every one of them. When I asked the sales guy about the missing keys he told me, straight-faced, that somebody was stealing...
Pros: cheap, fast, nice screen, light weight, and long lasting battery Cons: too hot, screen size is small
small hard drive
This is another nice little thing from Apple. Steve Jobs has done it again making his apple product a real hip-hop. Right after the release of titanium powerbook he released this new version of ibook to replace the old chunky ibook.
Pros: very friendly platform , easy to take with you. Cons: Needs more memory then the 32 megs it comes with.
I was a diehard PC person, while My daughter has always been a diehard mac user. I had a great lap top that did what I needed it to do, unfortunately one of my clients stepped on it. Now Lets put this straight right from the start. I am what my...
Pros: OS X: a sleek Aqua interface, stable Unix core, non-Windoze OS. Cons: Doesn't power up, need to reset the computer. Maybe specific to Combo Optical Drives.
Two weeks ago, I ordered the new Apple iBook directly from Apple's online store. Boy, was I excited: G3 500 mhz processor, 256 mb RAM, 20 gb HD, CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive... and it comes pre-installed with OS X, Apple's new OS and challenge to Linux and...
Pros: Entry level model is $200 less than original version with improved benefits. Can add expansion Cons: The connections on the sides appear more cluttered with wires.
Apple’s new iBook has many distinctive features that set them apart from its PC competitors. This is an opportunity for Apple to regain more market share from the users, who have strayed to the PC laptop models.
Pros: Sexy enclosure, durable, AirPort-ready, loads of nifty features. Cons: Bad internal speaker, CD tray rattling, a wee bit heavy
The iBook is definitely one of the coolest pieces of computer equiptment that I've come across recently. As Apple's slogan goes, it's an "iMac to Go." More than a catchy line, this description sums up the iBook to a tee. In the end, this is a...
Pros: Lightning speed, portability, good looks Cons: If you want a floppy or Zip drive, you'll have to buy it separately.
The birthday present I was most hoping to get finally arrived -- a brand new iBook Special Edition. Picture this: there I am, kicked back on the recliner, my sleek, graphite-gray iBook in my lap, typing away at my newest novel... I'm just having way too...
Pros: Good price and keyboard, incredible design and extremely durable Cons: Somewhat underpowered, low amounts of default RAM
At first sight, the Apple iBook is a piece to behold. However, actually using the laptop is another matter. The iBook is somewhat underpowered, with only 32MB of default installed RAM. The maximum screen resolution is okay for most people, although it...
Pros: Rugged , ready-to-use, long battery life, PORTABLE DVD PLAYER, and oh-so-stylish..yeah, baby. Cons: Pricey, on the heavy side, disc tray unnervingly fragile, not enough RAM.
A month or so back, I was given a rather extravagant (I'm so spoiled ^_^) birthday present: my very first laptop.
I have a graphite iBook SE - 466MHz G3 processor, 64megs of RAM, 10gig harddrive, and DVD player. And I love it. It's durable...
Pros: solid durable construction, simplest OS you'll ever use, good conversation starter, does everything your computer does only with style, cheapest apple laptop, and if you've never used a laptop, imagine chatting form your couch, or writing an essay in a p Cons: All the drooling onlookers that want to touch it, a little to round to fit in some bags but if it doesn't fit, it probably wasn't as cool as the iBook anyway, dinky speaker good for little more than beeps and alerts,
In February, of this year, I turned 18. My parents bought me an iBook so that I can stay in touch, while I'm at college. I had had my eye on the little notebook for sometime, but had been waiting for a faster version to come out. When apple updated...
I'm a programmer by trade, and got the iBook strictly because it looked "cute". Yeah, it's a little "girlie", but that's part of its appeal -- it looks different. It's not just skin-deep either; other design features add to its...
Pros: Fast, cool looking, powerful Cons: That STUPID handle! I cut mine off.
I purchased my iBook S.E. last week and was pleasantly suprised when I booted it up for the first time. It's speed was incredible, a huge boost over the standard iBook. Sure, you may say, but its only 66 MHz more, but I kid you not, the difference is...
Pros: Light for sub $2000 machine, crisp screen, good battery, rugged design Cons: Very white, somewhat small screen for resolution, a tad sluggish under OS X
I was amazed when I first saw the new iBook on the web. Very sleek and very white, it is a stark contrast to the neon toilet seat that it replaces (I usually love Apple products, but I had to say no to the old iBook). I was somewhat less amazed when...
I wanted to add my personal experiences to this growing list of feedback on the new iBooks. I think I have a unique perspective, having been an Apple employee from 1992 to 2000, I watched the portable experience, from 'the inside', go through valleys and...
I was sorry and surprised to read some postings re. problems with Tech Support. I ordered a 466Mhz Graphite iBook SE from Club Mac. I bumped the RAM up by 128MB for 192MB total. When it arrived, the hard drive was WAY too noisy -- there was definitely...
Pros: Fast processor, tons of ram, great looks, nice software bundle! Cons: Cheezy keyboard, not as durible as earlier ibooks, many printing problems!
I've been around computers all of life, and so far this is the best consumer laptop I've ever used! In my house we have six computers, both windows and Mac and my iBook smokes my mom and dads Toshibas, Compaqs, and Gateways! It's also a lot faster than...
Pros: Quality construction, minimalist design, very silent, nice crisp screen, amazing value for money Cons: single button trackpad, no eraser head option, awkward eject button for optical drive
I have been a windows user for several years. A couple of months ago, I purchased the "state of the art" Dell Inspiron 8000. After about a month I had a hardware failure and had to return it back and had it replaced by a brand new one which also failed...
Pros: showy, ingenious, priced right Cons: not for the business person
Well, let me preface this by stating for the record that I am a die hard Mac user. I refuse to use anything PC or Windows related and would only consider another platform should it be Linux capable. That being said, on to the opinion!
The iBook is Apple's consumer portable computer, and the iBook Special Edition (SE) is the upscale version. It has two differences from the standard iBook. First, its PowerPC chip operates at 366MHz (up from 300). Second, it comes in a graphite and...
Pros: Fast Machine, Extremely Lightweight, Great Battery Power Cons: Small Screen, Slow CD Burn Speed
I purchased this computer for my mother. This is her first computer, and I recommended a MAC since it would be much easier for her to use and receive support. She is an educator, and will have no compatibility problems with her school. We decided on a...
The best thing I can say about this is I think it is a super, super unit. It's my first notebook and I must confess to prejudice. What limited research I was able to do prior to purchase of the Apple iBook provided me with enough info to make a...
Pros: This laptop is inexpensive with lots of features. Cons: An extra USB port and a slightly larger screen would help.
Having included some of the information about the iBook SE in another review I wrote here on the iBook, I still decided I needed to give the SE its own space.
Dollar for dollar, the new firewire iBook SE is the best portable Apple has ever...
Pros: Compact, elegant, nice screen, bargain price, full featured, good battery life Cons: No audio in
The iBook is small. You won't believe how small it is until you start to use it, and afterwards, other computers will seem as clunky and noisy as steam powered locomotives.
On the outside, it's white, a little rubbery and shiny, and slightly...
Pros: Great Value, Long Battery life, Great attention to detail Cons: Loud with CD, No audio input, first version is skimmpy on the RAM and Hard Drive space
I was one of the first people to recieve an iBook after Apple introduced it last July. I got it through Apple's Applestore on the web. After months of waiting my Blueberry iBook finally arrived in October and I was very excited. My first impressions of...
Pros: easy to use, dependable, cool looking Cons: Not the fastest. Keyboard is definitely different
I purchased the I-book as a machine to use on vacation and as a portable to be used in conjunction with my home machines. I have been a mac user for 5 years so I know what to expect from the operating system. Yes I have known my machines to lock up or...
I have had both an IBM compatible and now an iBook, and I think that what the iBook makes up for in speed it loses in its design. The screen in my opinion is far smaller than any lap top I have owned, and the machine itself is much to clunky and far...
Pros: Unique design Cons: Seems to be lacking in power!
I'm not an owner of the iBook and I don't even own a laptop of any kind but I do sell computers where I work and I feel that my opinion should count for something.
When we get a new item into the department, I'm usually the one that sets it up...
Pros: Great looking, fast, has a DVD drive, good battery life, easy to use! Cons: I can't think of any! Its GREAT!
Ah... Apple Computer has done it agian. They have released an update to thier iBook. This Macintosh Computer has everything you need for school, work, or even home. It runs at a blazing 466mhz, has a DVD drive for watching DVD movies, comes with the...
Pros: Absolutely beautiful. Very fast. Light and comfortable. Cons: The case scratches easily. A larger hard drive.
I have owned my Apple Ibook for two weeks now and I am consistently impressed by it.
I had been wanting to break free from the MS monster for some time, but Apple's are consistently too expensive. Finally, they created a consumer priced...
Those of you who held off purchasing an iBook until Apple resolved the original model's problems should get your wallets ready: beefed-up RAM and increased hard-disk space make Apple's latest portables more than just pretty faces. Both the iBook and the...
Pros: Looks great, great graphics, great software package Cons: it's an apple
The future of computers the way I see it, is somewhat in trouble. The computer is a prime example of it. It seems to be selling on the amount of gadgets it has. Do you know what A "Analog Modulation Protocal" is? I surely don't. Anyway I don't...
Pros: size, style, speed, power, ease of use Cons: none
And let me tell you, I am so happy. I placed my order for the DVD version on May 9th through MacMall and it arrived on the 24th. Well worth the wait. I've been a mac user for 2 years now and i am very impressed at how much the iBook has improved. Kudos...
Pros: Fast, Inexpensive, screen quality, style, exceptional battery life Cons: Small screen size
The firewire iBook SE combines great looks and functionality with an outstanding price. I have owned my iBook SE (graphite) for over two months and have no complaints. In fact it is the best laptop that I have owned (I have owned other Apple Powerbooks,...
Pros: Excellent balance between features
,aesthetics and price. This is a no brainer-buy it! Cons: Keyboard is light-weight, somewhat
flimsy. Case may scratch easily.
Apple Computer had me when they redesigned the iBook case. The White case reminded me of the Beatles' "White Album" which was so refreshing when it came out (this is dating me)in the late 60's. Right out the box Apple's packaging is a thing of beauty. ...
Pros: High-Resolution Screen; DVD/CD-RW Combo; OS X-compatible; only $1299-$1799 Cons: Not much software available for Macs at current time
This is a nice computer for someone who is into Macs. That's only about 4% (compared to about 40% for PCs), though. But the laptop has something for everyone. First of all, it has lots of inputs - USB, FireWire (IEEE 1394), and more. So you can...
Pros: Pretty reliable OS, upgradeable Cons: small speaker, won't fit on airline tray easily (coach)
The ibook was easy to get started with, right out of the box. If you're familiar with the Mac OS already, you won't have any trouble. PC users will need some time getting used to the menus and toolbars, but not much. The ibook came with 64 MB of RAM,...
Pros: Lighter than the old iBook and more compact volumetrically. Cons: Not as fast as the G4 Powerbook.
When the original iBook debuted in the second half of 1999, critics and the general public were less than impressed. Although the iBook came in several nifty colors, it was simply too heavy at ~3.2 kg, and its clamshell case was too bulky. Some computer...
Pros: Price, power, versatility Cons: No disk drive
I have never owned a laptop before, but I have always sworn by Apple products. My new iBook has not let me down. I bought my tangerine-colored iBook from MacConnect a few months ago. I am a teacher and having this laptop has proved invaluable. I can...
Pros: Gorgeously stylish, petite & light. Great warranty! Cons: Not so comfortable for extended use, expensive Apple peripherals.
White iBook, 256 RAM DVD 10G HD OS 9.1
Everything about this machine is aesthetically pleasing. Even the box it comes in. The styrofoam packing was even beautifully shaped to hold the ibook, OSX, yo yo adapter, & small instruction booklets. Even a...
Pros: Nice looking Cons: Small hard drive, trouble connecting to the internet, problems handling java and shockwave
The apple i-book is a very good idea. The idea behind it was to make an ultra-trendy light weight and functional notebook computer to catch the sales trend that was started by its sister product the i-mac. But, and it is a big but, this product wasn't...
Pros: Stylish design; easy to setup and use; very well made Cons: Only one USB port; no FireWire port; only one speaker
First of all, it should be noted that I have the Japanese edition of the iBook. Other than a different keyboard layout and the Japanese OS, it's the same as the US version.
I was so glad when they released the iBook SE. I had wanted to get an...
Pros: The Best thing Apple has come out with since a long time Cons: Needs More comfort with Keyboard
A Beautiful Piece Of Work By Apple.Asthetic wise better than the IBM i-Series Notebooks.Available in the most varied no of colours my favourite being Red.
The most attractive thing however is the screen that extends over the entire top...
Pros: Excellent graphics best I've seen, light and thin Cons: Overheats quickly, mouse sticks, poor keyboard, fast battery consumption, cluttered on the left, poor sound
As I write this opinion with my apple iBook I think to myself about the money I wasted. I thought this laptop was what I wanted and was looking for but it is basically useless to me.....for now anyway. I see all of these raving reviews for it but...
Pros: A good, easy to use, Mac laptop. Cons: Software can be hard to find, but that's a given with Macs.
This little guy is quite expandle. I've since upgraded just about everything on it. However, it all is not without a high cost, as Macs are prone to being. If you don't mind paying the few extra bucks, it's definetly worth it. You get a system that's...
Pros: Nice design, long battery life, good OS. Cons: reset button hard to get at, BAD speaker, paying mostly for color
I recently purchased the new iBook special edition because I was going to be away from home for the summer and I didn't want to have to lug a desktop computer back and forth. I also became interested in the Apple Macintosh platform at this time, and I...
Pros: See above. Cons: Pricy, but worth it. No infrared support. Few inputs aside from a single USB.
Not needing the extras included with the PowerBook (Firewire for DV Cameras), but needing a powerful portable computer, the iBook was an easy choice for my next computer. It has the rock solid OS 9 powering its G3 366 processor and an ample 6 gigabytes...
Pros: easy to use, portable, CD-rom drive Cons: no floppy disk, heavy
I've had a PC for five years. The same PC. It was never top of the line, even when it was new. I managed to make it last for five years, but by the beginning of this summer it was obvious to me that it would not make it to college. It had started to...
Pros: Stability, OS X, Speed, Memory, Weight, Style, Software Cons: only 128 meg only double the pc standard
Style
Every time I look at my iBook I am motivated to get up and use it. It sreams style and will be a lasting trend setter. Its sytle is simple but goregeous. I would recommend this to everyone it has it all. I burn cds all the time as...
Pros: Great Quality, reliable machine Cons: Small monitor, no VGA outs
I think the apple iBook could be the best machine, or the worst machine, all depending on your needs. I personnaly think the ibook is an excellent laptop for the average user. Its a good, sturdy machine for its price.
Pros: 4.9 lbs, CD burner, friendly trackpad, extremely durable, very compact, 500 Mhz G3 Cons: No light for nighttime writing
When you first open the briefcase-sized box the new iBook comes in, you're in awe. Apple is known for its packing with unique designs. The color. That's what hits you first. Smooth, durable, milky white. It's smooth on all edges, aerodynamic and...
The iBook is a wonderful computer for a college student on a low budget. For only about $1,500 I was able to purchase my ibook (blueberry color) from MacZone.com. While the iBook is a good purchase for what I'm looking for it may not be the right thing...
Pros: cute, easily upgraded, fast Cons: doesn't support most software
I received a blueberry ibook for graduation a few months ago. Granted, I was already biased towards Macs; I was raised on them. But the ibook has exceeded my expectations.
The ibook is a very fast computer and supports all Mac software well. The...
Pros: excellent performance, easy use Cons: difficulty connecting non-USB peripherals
I bought this machine because my Powerbook G3 broke and repairs are often inconvenient and sketchy on out-of-warrantee Macs, particularly if you live in the hinterlands, as we do. I use the ibook for word-processing and graphics and plan to use it with...
Pros: speed, easy of use Cons: would like DVD player built in
I travel all the time on business and need a quality computer that I can take with me. I've had Powerbooks before and love the Mac platform, so the iBook was definitely the way to go for me.
This is a rock solid machine that has done very...
Pros: Fast and incredible attention to design details Cons: Video out is composite NTSC, not VGA.
The new (Fall, 2000) iBook SE (FireWire) makes a superb traveling companion for the Mac lover or anyone who wants a reliable, easy to use, powerful and fast portable computer. It's a snap to get it on the Internet, and the optional ($99) AirPort wireless...
Pros: Fast, durable, easy to use, and the competitive price. Cons: Limited software and too many external peripherals (i.e. floppy drive and USB hub... only 1 USB port in the ibook).
When I first began my search of laptops I stumbled upon the new arrival of the Apple ibook. I was still young and did not know much about computers but for some reason I just had to get one of these. I am a student and desperately needed a laptop....
Pros: Mac computer, compact, video editing, ton of ports, light weight, easy to use. Cons: Hot spot in screen, comes with only finger mouse, needs better speakers
People say that computers are for people who don't have anything else to do with there time. Boy are they wrong. Since apple started with the origanal Ibook, great things have started happening to apple.
Pros: Verry easy to use. Cons: None but it is not a PC
I borrowed this product form a friend for about a month and i loved it. I had no problem playing diablo on it online. Pss dont tell his ok this is out little secret. It is verry nice i had it networked with my home network and if i had a g4 i would use...
The only thing that I think are wrong with the new iBook is that it is made out of plastic and what is it 500mhz
right? Well for your money I think the iBook is perfect investment.
It also has cool games like Bugdom and Cro Mag Rally....
Pros: Fast enough for me, looks cool, rarely crashes, it's a Mac! Cons: LOUD, limited out/inputs, kind of big and heavy, small HD.
I knew what I was getting into when I bought this computer in December '99 so my complaints of limited HD space, inputs/outputs, and the size and weight were not exactly surprises to me (I do wish I had bought the orange instead of blueberry- mea culpa)....
Pros: Nice design and tactile feel, sturdy, handle for portability Cons: loud CD-ROM drive, pricey
Being an avid Mac user and having the need for portability I decided upon the iBook as my choice of laptop. There are plenty of laptops available but I didn't need anything super fast nor did I want something in its traditional "formal" wear....
Pros: Yummy colors, a lot of space, great for trips and at home use! Cons: I wish Windows came with it!
The Apple iBook is the greatest laptop computer I have ever used. This laptop has more space than my computer at home! I can take it outside, on trips, or just use it in the office. The price suits the item, I don't know what better way to explain...
Pros: Fun to use. Great for digital video, music, and internet. Cons: Costs a bit more than a PC laptop.
I had never purchased an Apple before and have previously used mostly unix and pc machines. I bought the new iBook to do video editing for movies of my daughter, to make music cd's, and to browse the internet. All of these things are done exceptionally...
Pros: DVD, large Hard Drive, Cute Cons: Much too heavy for its capability, slow and small screen.
I purchased an Apple iBook expecting a lot. I work in design, as obviously do my colleagues who raved on and on about the "new Apple" industry. I was recommended the iBook. I expected something fancy, but did not get it.
Pros: sturdy, handle, won't get lost in dark colored sand Cons: it would probably be better if it did get lost n sand
I have a considerable amount of experience with both Macs and PCs, and I
understand arguments from either camp, but I know of no one who thinks that an iBook is a good deal. First of all, the stats just aren't that good for a $1600 computer.
Plus,...
Pros: light, cute, works great Cons: needs more memory than 64 M
I just got a new iBook-- tangerine. I DO recommend getting the memory upgrade-- sad to say it, but it seems that 64 M just does not do the trick anymore. This laptop is ergonomic, light, cute as the dickens, easy to use, and the handle is WONDERFUL for...
Pros: It's beautiful. It's also fast, light, and averages 4hrs of battery life. Cons: I waited almost two months for it! (Worth every second.)
I ordered my iBook (CD-RW model) the week it was announced. After waiting for nearly two months, during which time Apple decided to make the Cd-RW models build to order, the iBook was delivered to my door.
Pros: Speed, price, DVD, battery life Cons: no audio in, no security loop
The first generation of iBook was not for me.
It was not as quick as the iMac, rather expensive and relied on USB for peripherals. It looked nice, particularly in orange, and the battery lasted a long time (comparatively) but for the first time in...
Pros: Small, light, portable. Cons: Limited in the ability to have add-ons.
Well, this iBook may look cute with its colors, but it has a great deal to offer. With it's 300 MHz proccessor, it can make desinging a web page, or working with graphics, it's a well rounded laptop. It comes with 64 MB RAM, with is also upgradable,...
Pros: Sleek, light, cool, good battery life, sharp screen, great snoozer Cons: trackpad jumps a little
This is my favorite Mac ever (so far). I have used Macs since the '80's and just love this one. I use PCs at work and have used PCs since the late '80's, but Macs are so much cooler.
If you don't like small type, you might have a problem with...
Pros: Stable, reliable, sturdy, fast, and comfortable to use. Cons: Too big for use on a coach airline seat.
I've been using Macs since 1985 and I can say without reservation that this is the best Mac I've ever owned. Macs as a whole are known for their ease-of-use and reliability, but I think the iBook line epitomizes these features.
Pros: Great design, fast speed, beautiful display Cons: Battery life is less than Apple's claim
First off, I have to say I LOVE MY NEW iBOOK SE! The design is gorgeous, the spring loaded handle is very cool, and the clam shell closure design is just so neat (there are no latches to fuss with, no edges to catch on anything...). Set-up couldn't have...
First and foremost, I love Apple computers. I grew up using them and have spent most of my school years defending them to my IBM-loving friends. Having said that, let me now say that my iBook was one of the worst purchases of my life. OS9 is a horrendous...
Pros: Convenient, wireless internet, easy to carry, excellent Track Pad. Cons: Price is far too high and can't really be called "affordable", as Apple suggests.
I tried this product out at Sears, at the display counter. The most impressive feature is the memory, speed, and the Track-Pad (the gray square that allows you to use your finger as the mouse). I honestly wish I had the money to buy one of these.My only...
Pros: easy memory access, wireless internet Cons: slow processor, small hard drive
The apple ibook is still not one of those (must have)laptops. It g3 processor is still rather slow, the 6 gig hard drive has been upgraded from 3 gigs, and the 64 mg of ram is rather tight. All of this for $1599 is pretty expensive a definitely is not...
Pros: 1. The color variety.
2. The screen.
3. Easy to Upgrade.
4. AFFORDABLE!! Cons: 1. This product isn't sold anywhere except on auction sites.
Personaly i think that the older ibooks are really cool. They may not be as fast as the newer ones but they can be upgraded which is really cool. When i was looking to buy a new laptop all i saw when i went into shops like best buy and circuit city was...
Try to thik yourself this situation: I am working as a project manager for a german event agency. This causes that I have to present a concept some times. Last month during one of these presentations my PC laptop crashed showing my client 'System shut...
Pros: colorful, DVD, firewire, TV-out, cheap Cons: no PC card slot, no VGA out, tiny speaker
I have owned an iBook previously, but the new incarnation rocks. DVD player, composite video-out, and firewire let me watch DVDs, play them on a TV screen, and use the firewire jack to create an imovie, or plug in anything from hard drives to joysticks....
Pros: the most portable portable Cons: slightly large case, smallish screen
When I first got my iBook, I was terrifically excited about having a laptop for the first time. I carried it everywhere, did all my computing on it, for at least two weeks. It was everything I'd hoped it would be. I couldn't understand why no one else I...
Pros: Everything included to get on the net within minutes of unpacking. Cons: Price is high for entry level, but it's not an entry level computer.
When my daughter went off to college this past fall, she needed a computer to use in her dorm room. The college has a network throughout the dorms and classrooms so connecting to this was vital. In addition, it was important for her to be able to bring...
Pros: Allot of perks in this one. Cons: Not for high end 3D games, and no DVD Rom drive.
The AppleiBook has aesthetics that set it apart from other notebooks. It comes in translucent hip colors with an aerodynamic design. There is no floppy disc drive in this model unless you choose one. There are no ports and bays giving way to a sleek...
Pros: Has a nice handle to it. Cons: The modem is very slow even though it's 56k
The ibook laptop from Apple is such a neat computer. I got it for my birthday in 1999 and has been great. I use it because I like Macs. It's easy to navigate and I can work anywhere in the home with it. It comes with a long cord so you can be away from...
Pros: nice design, no ventilation, pretty fast, large battery Cons: only 1 USB-port, CDdrive is very weak
The iBook is a good computer with a good operating system. He is also very quiet because he has no ventilation. This one of his strong points. The only thing you will hear is the processor and the hard disk. The mouse of the iBook is pretty futuristic,...
Pros: fast and easy Cons: still has some bugs to be worked out...
Apple computers are easy to use for those who are not on the up and running in the computer field. My school district provided the computer for my use between school sites. I was able to manage my caseload, keep schedules organized, hold meetings and...
Pros: Portable networking, excellent multi-media tool and very sexy! Cons: Screen too small. Memory upgrades etc bit pricey.
Theres no getting away from the cuteness of this little machine, but you have to oversee it's slight imperfections to love it. It ain't got much memory but once you beef it up with extra RAM you are all the bash, there is no stopping you and the pure...
Pros: Modern look, Macintosh OS Cons: Speakers, not enough inputs.
I am a freshman college student and I got my iBook for school. I love my computer to death, but there are a few complaints that I have with it. First, because the keyboard on the iBook is removable, it tends to move when you don't want it to. I have...
Pros: Fast, easy to use, nice display Cons: Limited expandability
I recently purchased an ibook and I love it. I first became interested when i noticed the price. I had been looking for a laptop and had done quite a bit of research. Everything out there was priced $400-$500 more than what i paid for the ibook. It's...
Pros: Light, Small, Very Fast, Durable, well equiped and looks great! Cons: None that come to mind
What I mean by the title is that apple poured all the heart and soul possible in to their new comp. Steve Jobs new baby is doing wonderfully in the market and I hope to soon have one as soon as I get the money. I don´t expect a long wait because the...
Pros: works perfectly, lightweight, cheap, fast Cons: needlessly slow bus, gets really hot
I'm going to go to college next year, so this is the laptop that I got. I did a lot of research, and I believe that it is the most sensible choice. There's no question that it is the most economical Mac laptop, and I think it is about equal to a Windows...
Pros: the design, the feel, very sexy Cons: the fact that I only have one
I'd love to have a higher end laptop and be at the top of the geek envy food chain, but I couldn't afford one. That is not to say I don't have enough money to buy one if I really wanted to, but I would be nervous carrying it around with me, for fear of...
Pros: 3GB,built-in CD rom drive, 32 Mega bytes RAM Cons: The USB port problem i was talking about
This is the best computer there ever was!!! But the thing I don't like about this computer is how you can't hook up a hole lot of stuff into it because it ownly has a USB port, sound port, internet port and an ethernet port. You can put a CD burner,...
Pros: Stylish Cons: Not too much software readily available for Macs.
This ibook is sweet and to the point of fast applications, boot up, and graphics rock! My brother purchased a Graphite ibook, recently and brought it over here to show me. I was very impressed by the boot up time, close down time, and the smooth...
Pros: Great Value, Great Speed, very easy to use and long battery time Cons: Small hard drive, not alot of apple software
I have been an PC users all my life untill now. I got this Ibook as a present from my parents. This Little laptop came with alot of ram and good speed. The Hard drive is about 10gigs. The only major problem that I have found with Mac is the fact that...
Pros: functional design; lightweight yet packed with hardware; high-quality, high-resolution display; good price, Cons: Only a little faster than its predecessor; slight flex in center of keyboard when typing.
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I am going to break it down for you folks in three parts: The good, the bad, and the bottom line. (You thought I was going to say ugly.)
The good: I have to admit that this thing is eye...
Pros: Very, very fast and easy to use. Cons: Can't find enough time to be with it.
Wow... Apple has just came out with the best computer I have ever used. Prior to buying my boy (the iBook) I was an avid fan of IBM PC's. I never would use anything else, and bought this computer out of spite. Well I was in for a big surpise when I...
Pros: Easy, fun, simple, Apple, cute! Cons: Not everyone has one
My iBook SE is my very first computer. For years I have worked with computers on the job, both PCs and Macs, but I was waiting for the exact right computer to hit the market to put my own cash on the line.
Pros: Internet Access, Its APPLE, Very Kewl Looking Design Cons: Hard Drive Space
I think that these computers look so super kewl. They seem to function very fast and efficiently and accomplish mostly everything that would deem necessary and appropriate to do with a computer. Unfortunately I don't have one yet so if any of you out...
Pros: Fairly fast, well built, nice screen quality Cons: Limited to 800x600 screen resolution, not a desktop replacement
I got my ibook SE Graphite at 366mhz and with 64mb of RAM. Although it isnt as fast as a new 733 G4 desktop, I find that it serves my mobile computing needs. I am a high school senior and I bring it to school about once a week. It is very very well built...
Pros: Gorgeous screen. Keyboard is so comfortable. Fun looking! Cons: Battery Problems and Apple's repair policy is appalling!
I've had my iBook for two years now. I love the keyboard. It's keys are spaced perfectly and designed so the keys have a pleasant feel. The screen is very easy on the eyes. I like the touch pad but find my wrist taps it occasionally. Overall, I have...
My opinion about the apple ibook special edition is that i like laptops.And they are so cool that i think you can play dvds on them but i don't know if you can or not.And laptops are portable and that is fun to because you can be anyway with out using a...
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