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    Is it necessary to calibrate the battery and register my MBP?

    Discussion in 'Apple and Mac OS X' started by WillNeverLogOnAgain, Apr 8, 2008.

  1. WillNeverLogOnAgain

    WillNeverLogOnAgain Guest

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    Calibrating I can see the supposed usefulness but are there any benefits in registering my MBP?
     
    WillNeverLogOnAgain, Apr 8, 2008
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    Isn't it necessary to register for AppleCare?

    Registering pairs your name with your serial number for future reference right?
     
    asmallchild, Apr 8, 2008
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  3. Sam

    Sam Notebook Virtuoso

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    You get a free 6-month subscription to a Mac magazine :D.

    But really, there's no drawback to registering either...I'm not sure if its mandatory, but when it comes time for any need for servicing, having your Mac registered will help.
     
    Sam, Apr 8, 2008
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    How would one un-register if they wanted to sell their mac?
     
    xprohx, Apr 9, 2008
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  5. Sam

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    You don't. The warranty on Macs are user-transferable.
     
    Sam, Apr 9, 2008
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    I am aware of that. However, my name would still be linked to computer after sale. For instance, I sold my macbook to my friend. He takes it in to get it checked with a Mac Genius a few months later. The Mac Genius says it is registered to a XXX. I tell him that I am XXX, and I sold the macbook to my friend. Understand?
     
    xprohx, Apr 9, 2008
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  7. Kaushal

    Kaushal Notebook Consultant

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    is it??

    i didnt now that

    is it a hard copy or via email? :D
     
    Kaushal, Apr 9, 2008
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    Generally, when you install OS X, you will register it during installation (as long as you can connect to the internet). You can also sign up for the free .Mac trial while doing that.
     
    hollownail, Apr 9, 2008
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    probably it is US only :(

    they always get the best offer/service at cheapest price for most stuff :eek:
     
    wobble987, Apr 10, 2008
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    wobble987 Notebook Virtuoso

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    i think he meant the mac magazine... which i also wonder :p
     
    wobble987, Apr 10, 2008
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  11. Sam

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    Nopes, I'm in Canada and got the free 6-month subscription to Macworld magazine. Eh! :p
     
    Sam, Apr 10, 2008
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  12. Kaushal

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    u did :eek:

    and i subscribed for macworld by paying 50$ + for getting it in india :(
     
    Kaushal, Apr 11, 2008
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    okay... it must be US and Canada things then :p

    in here (aus) i do not get any free magazine... how do i get one (if it is possible)
     
    wobble987, Apr 11, 2008
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    Isn't that what they mean to say when referring to North America?
    Europe no free stuff....ever.
    America rox taxwise I guess. In holland we pay triple tax that is tax on tax which is taxed. :( . On a car we pay in total over 40% tax on top of the sales price.
    Sorry I went stray here,..I just hate Dutch tax climate!
     
    SsuRReaLL, Apr 12, 2008
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  15. Sam

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    Canada's taxes are pretty bad too. Oregon, USA for the win :p. No sales tax, I love shopping in Oregon.
     
    Sam, Apr 12, 2008
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