Apple PowerBook Notebook 15.2" M8980LL/A (1.0-Ghz PowerPC G4, 256 MB RAM, 60 GB Hard Drive, DVD/CD-RW Drive)
As the mid-level model of Apples freshly unveiled PowerBook roster, the 15-inch PowerBook G4 M8980LL/A offers a good compromise between power and price. Though not the fastest notebook on the market, it nevertheless sports a bevy of truly high-end amenities and state-of-the-art connectivity opportunities, all wrapped up in distinctive and durable shell.
Surprisingly, the affordable 15-inch PowerBook G4 M8980LL/A is driven by the same processor used in last years top-of-the-line 17-inch PowerBook, the 1 GHz PowerPC G4 processor with 512 KB Level 2 cache for rapid retrieval of recently accessed data. Apple has added 256 MB of ultra-fast PC2700 (333 MHz) DDR SDRAM memory (upgradeable to 2 full GB) and an ATI Mobility Radeon 9600 graphics processor with 64 MB dedicated video memory, thus ensuring smooth operation during most high-complexity tasks. Serious gamers, 3-D designers and demanding businesspeople may want to look at either the more powerful 15-inch PowerBook G4 M8981LL/A or the top-of-the-line 17-inch PowerBook G4.
High-speed architecture is evident throughout the unit, where youll find connectivity options such a standard FireWire port, an ultra-fast Apple-designed FireWire 800 port, two 480 Mbps USB 2.0 interfaces, integrated 10/100BASE-T Ethernet, a DVI output for LCD monitors, and built-in Bluetooth for the new breed of cordless digital peripherals. 54-Mbps AirPort Extreme wireless communication is available with the addition of an AirPort Extreme card.
Storage facilities include a spacious ATA/100 60 GB hard disk and a DVD-ROM/CD-RW ComboDrive through which you can burn audio CDs, backup critical data and watch the latest movies on the systems 15.2-inch widescreen display (1280 by 854 maximum resolution). DVD burning is not supported in this configuration.
Measuring just 13.7 by 9.5 by 1 inch and tipping the scales at a mere 5.6 pounds, the 15-inch PowerBook G4 M8980LL/A is eminently portable. Battery life is estimated at an admirable 4.5 hours under ideal conditions.
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Apple PowerBook Notebook 15.2" M8980LL/A (1.0-Ghz PowerPC G4, 256 MB RAM, 60 GB Hard Drive, DVD/CD-RW Drive)
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I love my mac. I used PCs for years. bought a mac. havent used my PC since.
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I bought a 12-inch Powerbook after I gave my old Sony Vaio notebook the Pete Townshend treatment - I put my fist through it. (Yes, it looks like a stained glass window.) I hadnt used a Mac in years, but I decided Id had it with Microsoft and Windows. All it took was one weekend and a good book - "Ma
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Yes - it costs more. But Ive come to learn that you get what you pay for. Ive had my 15" PowerBook since October 2003, and its by far the best notebook Ive ever owned, and Ive had 6 or 7 over the past 10 years. And not cheap ones, either - Ive had a high-end Sony, three Dells, and an IBM. (and tempo
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