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Mac Computers

Mmsfoxxie — Tue, 05 Aug 2014 13:32:44 GMT

I was just about on Amazon and the positive reviews are over the top even though it has no DVD slot. You have to buy an external on which is a deal killer for me. If you have one, do you love it above other brands? If so, why do you love it?

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Buck-i-Nana — Tue, 05 Aug 2014 13:35:57 GMT

As with all computers, different models have different configurations.

There are Macs available that have DVD drives.

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Sweetbay magnolia — Tue, 05 Aug 2014 13:49:00 GMT

I have two Macs and they both have DVD capability. The ease of use with the Mac is superior to a PC. In my experience, the PC craps out (seemingly) just when you need it (which is all the time), doesn't play well with the iPod and iTunes, and is susceptible to viruses.

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brii — Tue, 05 Aug 2014 13:50:44 GMT

What model are you looking at? I have 2 Macs also, and they both have DVD capability.

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addiegal — Tue, 05 Aug 2014 13:53:42 GMT

The newer iMacs do not have internal DVD drives but you can use an external. They can't get them so thin otherwise. I love my Mac and will stay with Apple products over a PC. I would rather have the DVD drive but it is not a deal breaker for me...

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Buck-i-Nana — Tue, 05 Aug 2014 14:00:43 GMT

I was just looking on the apple website and the external cd/dvd superdrive is only $79. It's not a deal breaker IMHO.

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Boehm Collector — Tue, 05 Aug 2014 14:08:29 GMT

My husband and I each have a MacBook Pro and an iPhone. We have purchased Apple products for 10-12 years. I have a PC in my office. The Apple products, imho, are superior products and more user friendly. Since we both have the newer MacBook Pros we do not have a DVD drive .... and we don't miss it at all. Also, if you do purchase a MAC computer, I would suggest going directly through Apple. And also purchase the AppleCare. which is the hardware warranty and support device offered by Apple. I have a Dell PC in my office ..... and find that it is not as good or as user friendly or as reliable a product as my MACs

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Sweetbay magnolia — Tue, 05 Aug 2014 14:28:35 GMT

Absolutely, the extra $79 is nothing, if you want and need it. Stash it away when not needed. Absolutely, buy direct from Apple. I would recommend the track pad over the mouse if you buy an iMac. Much more intuitive and simple, and settings can be adjusted. The back lit keyboard on the MacBook Pro is fabulous, too. I did research and then ordered over the phone for my two machines, direct from Apple. So pleasant to get a few pages of black and white instructions about setting them up, so easy and simple. You are in business right away. Three years and going strong - even spilled a drink on the MacBook and it survived. My dear decrepit husband loves the iMac and he is not a computer savvy person (though he still insists on the mouse). If they still offer the rechargeable batteries for the track pad and wireless keyboard, with a charger, I would get those too, if you choose the desktop.

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Buck-i-Nana — Tue, 05 Aug 2014 14:30:42 GMT

On 8/5/2014 Sweetbay magnolia said:
Absolutely, the extra $79 is nothing, if you want and need it. Absolutely, buy direct from Apple. I would recommend the track pad over the mouse if you buy an iMac. Much more intuitive and simple, and settings can be adjusted. The back lit keyboard on the MacBook Pro is fabulous, too. I did research and then ordered over the phone for my two machines, direct from Apple. So pleasant to get a few pages of black and white instructions about setting them up, so easy and simple. You are in business right away. Three years and going strong - even spilled a drink on the MacBook and it survived. My dear decrepit husband loves the iMac and he is not a computer savvy person (though he still insists on the mouse). If they still offer the rechargeable batteries for the track pad and wireless keyboard, with a charger, I would get those too, if you choose the desktop.

My macbook pro is 4 years old and it's still going strong and I'm not even tempted to look at or buy anything else! Now THAT is a first for me, as when I was a PC gal, I was always having to repair, replace or upgrade.

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Sweetbay magnolia — Tue, 05 Aug 2014 14:35:06 GMT

So true!!! We don't even think about a replacement! Elegant simplicity that WORKS. Had no idea that beyond the "Air" the DVD drive no longer existed internally, b/c I haven't had to think about a new one.

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glb613 — Tue, 05 Aug 2014 14:38:12 GMT

I use a mouse with both my iMac and MacBook Pro. I hate trackpads!

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Buck-i-Nana — Tue, 05 Aug 2014 14:39:14 GMT

On 8/5/2014 Sweetbay magnolia said:
So true!!! We don't even think about a replacement! Elegant simplicity that WORKS. Had no idea that beyond the "Air" the DVD drive no longer existed internally, b/c I never have to think about a new one.

The only need anymore for a DVD drive would be to access and utilize older material you've got. All the programs now are available for downloading and storage/backup is on-line either in the cloud or through another on-line service. USB drives now also hold as much and more than DVDs.

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I am still oxox — Tue, 05 Aug 2014 14:41:49 GMT

On 8/5/2014 Buck-i-Nana said:
On 8/5/2014 Sweetbay magnolia said:
So true!!! We don't even think about a replacement! Elegant simplicity that WORKS. Had no idea that beyond the "Air" the DVD drive no longer existed internally, b/c I never have to think about a new one.

The only need anymore for a DVD drive would be to access and utilize older material you've got. All the programs now are available for downloading and storage/backup is on-line either in the cloud or through another on-line service. USB drives now also hold as much and more than DVDs.

My husband downloads music from borrowed CD's so he could not live with out the CD drive

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Sweetbay magnolia — Tue, 05 Aug 2014 14:44:05 GMT

Yeah, I get it. I worked for a fitness franchise that STILL uses DVDs to disseminate info, and I have a truck from 2006 that has a player that I still use for my home-made discs. Part of the routine, I guess.

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BichonEmma — Tue, 05 Aug 2014 15:41:55 GMT

On 8/5/2014 Buck-i-Nana said:
On 8/5/2014 Sweetbay magnolia said:
Absolutely, the extra $79 is nothing, if you want and need it. Absolutely, buy direct from Apple. I would recommend the track pad over the mouse if you buy an iMac. Much more intuitive and simple, and settings can be adjusted. The back lit keyboard on the MacBook Pro is fabulous, too. I did research and then ordered over the phone for my two machines, direct from Apple. So pleasant to get a few pages of black and white instructions about setting them up, so easy and simple. You are in business right away. Three years and going strong - even spilled a drink on the MacBook and it survived. My dear decrepit husband loves the iMac and he is not a computer savvy person (though he still insists on the mouse). If they still offer the rechargeable batteries for the track pad and wireless keyboard, with a charger, I would get those too, if you choose the desktop.

My macbook pro is 4 years old and it's still going strong and I'm not even tempted to look at or buy anything else! Now THAT is a first for me, as when I was a PC gal, I was always having to repair, replace or upgrade.

Me too! Except my Mac is 6 years old. I love that thing.

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jaxs mom — Tue, 05 Aug 2014 16:37:17 GMT

Yes I love my iMac. I never ever want to use Windows again. I hate it when my husband needs me to help him with his windows machine because there is yet another problem with it.

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Apple Crisp — Tue, 05 Aug 2014 17:10:36 GMT

Love my Mac Book Air, my iPad and my iPhone. I have the external drive. It is no problem at all. I would never go back to PCs. Apple customer service is also outstanding and you speak to an American in the USA.

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gidgetgh — Tue, 05 Aug 2014 18:24:59 GMT

I have a 27 inch iMac. Best computer I've ever had. I bought the super drive, cd thing from Apple when I bought the iMac.

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Mmsfoxxie — Tue, 05 Aug 2014 18:53:00 GMT

On 8/5/2014 Buck-i-Nana said:
I was just looking on the apple website and the external cd/dvd superdrive is only $79. It's not a deal breaker IMHO.

No, it's not so much a deal breaker but I was surprised but the Mac is expensive in the first place without one. I have 2 ipads and love them!

In the last few years I'v only bought Gateway and Dell. I always have problems after a couple of years. My hubby has HP and he has problems.

So I went on Amazon to check the reviews on the 2013. I could still get Applecare but if I buy it, I will go through Apple. I think Apple requires you to come to their facility with the item if bought someplace other than directly from them before they allow you to purchase Applecare.

The reviews were exceptional except for the lack of the dvd drive.

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glb613 — Tue, 05 Aug 2014 19:53:10 GMT

You don't have to buy directly from Apple to buy Applecare.