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    I did it. Just ordered my first Mac :)

    Discussion in 'Apple and Mac OS X' started by risidoro, Oct 21, 2008.

  1. risidoro

    risidoro Newbie

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    Hi all,
    this is my first post but i've been lurking this forum (especially this section) for months, convincing myself (thanks to your great posts) I needed to switch.

    Well, I did it. Ten minutes ago I ordered my first MacBook (a.k.a. glassbook, a.k.a. alubook :).

    So, ten days from today, i will join the family!

    After 20 years, i'm finally closing the 'windows', no more 'vista' (in italian, it means 'sight') for me :)

    Wish me luck,
    Bye bye,
    Isidoro
     
    risidoro, Oct 21, 2008
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  2. elijahRW

    elijahRW Notebook Deity

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    Good for you.
    I've never used a mac before but I'm now considering one because of windows vista.
    Though I'm not to close to buying one yet.

    Hope you like it ;)
     
    elijahRW, Oct 21, 2008
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  3. rsd22

    rsd22 Notebook Geek

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    Congrats and good luck. I bought my very first MBP this week.

    We will probably feel mentally like a 12 yr old when we boot it up for the first time -- but I'm also pretty sure we BOTH will never regret the purchase and will love the move away from windows.

    Check out Sams sticky thread for newbies.
     
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  4. Bog

    Bog Losing it...

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    Why do people make these threads? What is their purpose?
     
    Bog, Oct 21, 2008
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  5. risidoro

    risidoro Newbie

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    The same purpose you answering them. If you don't like this kind of posts just don't read them.

    BTW, when you register in a new forum, netiquette wants you to introduce yourself and greet people on the forum in your first post. I always do this. Bye
     
    risidoro, Oct 21, 2008
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  6. Bog

    Bog Losing it...

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    I could say the same of spam mail.
     
    Bog, Oct 21, 2008
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  7. risidoro

    risidoro Newbie

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    Ok, ok. Sorry for spamming you all guys.

    The fact is, i just ordered my first Mac, and I'm so happy and I wanted to tell someone.
     
    risidoro, Oct 21, 2008
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  8. Bog

    Bog Losing it...

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    Excited? Getting a new computer is always fun.
     
    Bog, Oct 21, 2008
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  9. risidoro

    risidoro Newbie

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    Already checked, thanks! And congratulations for your new MBP! :)
     
    risidoro, Oct 21, 2008
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  10. Jiten

    Jiten Notebook Consultant

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    Congrats! I hope you get years of fun and productivity from your new Mac!
     
    Jiten, Oct 21, 2008
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  11. Douten

    Douten Notebook Consultant

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    Congrats on your purchase! I've ordered mine recently too (friday). Can't wait for it to arrive, we'll be the new generation of mac owners :p

    Edit: I just checked the order status (I have been staring at the screen like a zombie since I ordered refreshing the page every other second) and it's finally preparing to ship : )
     
    Douten, Oct 21, 2008
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  12. rsd22

    rsd22 Notebook Geek

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    Most of us here are just as happy as you are. I for one am very happy for you!! Some people just need to get some fresh air more than once every 3 days. :eek:
     
    rsd22, Oct 21, 2008
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  13. bravefire

    bravefire Notebook Consultant

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    congrats on your new mac! although im a bit sketchy on generation 1 unibody macbook, felt that they are holding back some tech for future upgrades. I'm going to get the early 08 macbook pro for uni. Since my wait for alienware have been nothing but a waste of time.

    BTW i don't see anything wrong with this kind of thread, don't be shy to share! :)
     
    bravefire, Oct 21, 2008
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  14. phungy

    phungy Notebook Evangelist

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    Congrats! You'll love it and never want to switch back.
     
    phungy, Oct 21, 2008
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