[OSX-Users] Re: anyone for an 11 air?

[Tim Chown]

On 20 Jul 2011, at 13:58, mc schraefel wrote:

> a number of the folks i've seen with airs in cs in the us got the 11.
> that seems just so small screen wise 
> is anyone contemplating an 11?
> 
> we have to get a few of something for a project, so curious about your
> thoughts...esp since the processor and drive can be the same on each now.

For me, it's screen real estate that matters if I'm going to take a laptop with me.

Since the option to have a hi-res 1680x1050 screen came out for the 15" MBP, the standard 1440x900 feels just too cramped.  The difference doesn't sound large, but it's about 33% more screen.  For longer conferences, I take a hi-res 15" MBP with me.  On a day-trip on a train, the iPad is invariably fine.

In comparison the 11" new Air is 1366x768, and the 13" is 1440x900.  So the 13" Air real estate is the same as a standard 15" MBP.  Note the 11" is a widescreen format screen, so the 11" size will be a little deceptive in terms of the 'depth' you get to work with applications.

Depends how much you value ultraportability :)

Those prices feel a bit higher when converted to GBP at the store. Academic entry level is £729.60.  Entry-level 13" is £945.60.

Tim

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