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So, I got a new computer

Started by Gary Arndt · 8 months ago

The laptop I’ve had with me since the start of my trip is in pretty rough shape. It is dented, the batteries (both) are pretty much shot and can’t carry a charge, the track pad doesn’t work anymore, and there are large openings in the case. I also think ... Continue reading »

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  • Tricon

    8 months ago

    Gary,

    Glad you are doing well. I've been eyeing the new Macbook Pros myself, but mine will continue to suffice for now. It's a shame the damn batteries and power supplies are so expensive.
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  • Mickie

    8 months ago

    How much did it cost you there in Vietnam?
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  • Gary Arndt

    8 months ago

    From what I've seen on the web, almost the same as what it costs in the US. Unlike PC's, you wont see big discounts for Apple products. Honestly, I was surprised they had the new models here so soon. I figured it would take a few more weeks, and even then they'd probably be in Bangkok or KL before Vietnam. I was wrong.
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  • Francoise

    8 months ago

    Congrats on the new MacBook! :) Did you get the 13" or the 15"?

    I'm still on an iBook which keeps on ticking despite cracks in the case and the odd spare part. The new MacBook will likely be my next computer as well. I'm curious to see how well the new MacBooks travel, do keep us posted.
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  • Nina

    8 months ago

    Well, good luck to you with your MacBook Pro. Mine's survived 1 1/2 years and the only travels it had to endure was to University and back home, no moisture, no anything. I'm deeply disappointed. Friend of mine owns an old iBook for over 5 years now, they seem to be much more stable.
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  • Marina5

    8 months ago

    hey! I'm new to your blog and I love it. I have a question for you. I'm planning on doing some traveling. Actaully, I'm a totally seasoned traveler, but never with a laptop. so this is my question. how do you do it? I mean, are you scared that someone is going to steal it from you. do you leave it in your hotel room?
    thanks!
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  • Gary Arndt

    8 months ago

    Just bring a cable lock with you and lock the laptop whenever you are out of sight. I see a lot of travelers with laptops now. You need to be careful, but it isn't something I really worry about.
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  • MalHavoc

    8 months ago

    I'm going to be replacing my Macbook Pro soon, probably with another one. I've had this one for almost three years, it has served me well, and has taken quite a bit of abuse. I even dropped it in a swimming pool once, and i had my old power adaptor catch fire right on my desk because of that design flaw where the low voltage side of the magsafe plug frays where it goes into the brick. Electrical tape is holding it together now.
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