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    iBook, Worth?

    Discussion in 'Apple and Mac OS X' started by Thomas, Dec 28, 2007.

  1. Thomas

    Thomas McLovin

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    Hi,
    I want to see if I like OS X before I spend $1000+ on one.
    So, I've decided on an iBook G4 from ebay & I'm wondering how much to bid.
    Link
    Thanks,
    Thomas
     
    Thomas, Dec 28, 2007
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  2. circa86

    circa86 Notebook Virtuoso NBR Reviewer

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    with a MacBook going for about $1000 brand new,

    I would think $600 would be the highest I would go, but you just have to decide what its worth to you.

    I think it would make more sense to just buy a new machine, and sell it at a slight loss if you find you do not like it.
     
    circa86, Dec 28, 2007
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  3. Thomas

    Thomas McLovin

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    Thing is I can't afford a new system.
    Since it has a dead touch pad(no problem for me) I think the price will be lower.
     
    Thomas, Dec 28, 2007
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  4. mbv

    mbv Notebook Enthusiast

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    $600 could buy you a brand new Windows laptop that runs everything you want to except for OS X. Think about what you're doing. I agree with the advice that you'd be better off saving for a used/refurbished/new Macbook, instead of investing in obsolete technology.
     
    mbv, Dec 28, 2007
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  5. Budding

    Budding Notebook Virtuoso

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    I personally would recommend you get a Titanium Powerbook instead of that iBook, as a Titanium Powerbook beats an iBook both in terms of looks and build quality.
    That said, I would not pay more than £300 (~$600 direct convertion, $500 real life convertion), as it has no touchpad, no warranty and is very outdated.
     
    Budding, Dec 28, 2007
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  6. Thomas

    Thomas McLovin

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    Actually, I prefer the iBook's look :D
    I just wanted to know the worth,
    I didn't want advice.
     
    Thomas, Dec 28, 2007
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  7. Rawjamaican

    Rawjamaican Notebook Consultant

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    Are there any comperables on eBay? Take a look at what they've sold for in the last 30 days. Then, decide how much you really want it. Is it a luxury (bid less), or a necessity (bid a little more)? Nothing wrong with wanting what you want, regardless of the technological soundness. I have a seven year old VAIO Picturebook I only keep because it's so darn easy to take places.
     
    Rawjamaican, Dec 28, 2007
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  8. Rawjamaican

    Rawjamaican Notebook Consultant

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    Reply to me... It looks like live ones have been selling for less than $600. A defective one should be had for less than $500. Dead ones are in the $200-$300 range. - Roger
     
    Rawjamaican, Dec 28, 2007
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  9. stealthsniper96

    stealthsniper96 What Was I Thinkin'?

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    im gona give it to ya anyway. you should think about trying a refurb base line macbook. thats what ive got and im very happy with it. :)
     
    stealthsniper96, Dec 28, 2007
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  10. circa86

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    oh, I'm sorry, I actually didn't see that you had a link posted, I thought you were just talking in general.

    If it were me, I think I would start at around $400, and go up from there if necessary, I definitely wouldn't go over $500 though.
     
    circa86, Dec 28, 2007
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  11. 00fez

    00fez Notebook Deity

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    Why not get a used core duo macbook? Should be cheap these days.
     
    00fez, Dec 28, 2007
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  12. Xander

    Xander Paranoid Android

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    The most I would pay for that iBook is US$0.00. Save your money and go play with Intel Macs at the <noparse>Apple</noparse> Store. Then buy one. ;)
     
    Xander, Dec 28, 2007
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  13. stealthsniper96

    stealthsniper96 What Was I Thinkin'?

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    + rep. love that idea

    ==edit==

    nevermind it wont let me rep u for that, but good idea anyway
     
    stealthsniper96, Dec 29, 2007
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  14. mc511

    mc511 Notebook Evangelist

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    I wouldnt buy a computer refurbrished let alone ebay. Save up for a macbook.
     
    mc511, Dec 30, 2007
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