Poll: Will you buy a Mac PC?

[BigToque]

I'd consider it when I see how it compares to other systems available at the time.

 

[biostud]

would that be an x86 based Mac you're refering to?

 

[BigToque]

Originally posted by: biostud
would that be an x86 based Mac you're refering to?

Yes

 

[Insomniak]

Largely depends on software support for it and pricing compared to standard DIY PC.


So, chalk me into the "consider" column.

 

[islandtechengineers]

I'll consider after released, but I bet i'll mainly stick to traditional.... I wouldn't mind giving their OS a try through...

 

[Yreka]

Will most likely get an Intel Powerbook to replace my G4 Powerbook. Probibly wont buy a desktop, I prefer BYO.

 

[n0cmonkey]

I have 3 now: Mac mini, Powerbook, and iBook. I'm planning on buying a PowerMac G5 sometime in the future.

 

[Insomniak]

Originally posted by: islandtechengineers
I wouldn't mind giving their OS a try through...

QFT

 

[kuba]

id love to get a mac period, but $, and learning curve for me...plus the applications i fear would limit my usage on the mac.

mac pc tho'...?

 

[Oyeve]

Mmmmmm. Final Cut Pro HD 5 for intel.

 

[stevty2889]

Nope, I always build mine, and that won't be an option with MAC, so I'll never have one. Not to mention that on the rare occasion I've had to use one, I feel lost, and it's too simplistic, and there isn't as much software available.

 

[remagavon]

I will definitely be buying an Intel based Powermac as long as the specs are comparable to top end PCs, which they will be (not for the price of course). Having an extremely fast mac for entertainment and work would be fantastic, and the ability to reboot into windows to game will be a finalizing point for me.

 

[n0cmonkey]

Originally posted by: stevty2889
Nope, I always build mine, and that won't be an option with MAC, so I'll never have one. Not to mention that on the rare occasion I've had to use one, I feel lost, and it's too simplistic, and there isn't as much software available.

It's too simplistic, but you feel lost? :laugh:

 

[meatfestival]

No. They will be too expensive, difficult to upgrade and won't have any good games.

 

[mode101wpb]

No when you can assemble one yourself for less money and upgrade it as you please.

 

[remagavon]

Originally posted by: mode101wpb
No when you can assemble one yourself for less money and upgrade it as you please.

And, in order to use the software, you must pirate it. :roll:

 

[Oyeve]

Originally posted by: remagavon

And, in order to use the software, you must pirate it. :roll:

Too true.

 

[thirdlegstump]

It's a no brainer.

 

[The Boston Dangler]

An Intel-based Mac is just like an IBM-based Mac. Either you like it, or you don't. At least this move will give Apple some decent power for a change.

Much more interesting is the possibility of using OSX on a PC. I, and many, many others, would be willing to give it a try. Unfortunately, it's not likely to happen: Apple is all about controlling the user experience, and that means limited hardware and carefully controlled software. That is impossible when you put an OS up for retail sale.

 

[mode101wpb]

Originally posted by: remagavon

Originally posted by: mode101wpb
No when you can assemble one yourself for less money and upgrade it as you please.

And, in order to use the software, you must pirate it. :roll:

Who said anything about using software?

 

[anarchyreigns]

Sure. A dual core X86 Apple Powerbook running OS X and Vista and using virtualization technology. :thumbsup:

 

[remagavon]

Originally posted by: mode101wpb

Originally posted by: remagavon

Originally posted by: mode101wpb
No when you can assemble one yourself for less money and upgrade it as you please.

And, in order to use the software, you must pirate it. :roll:

Who said anything about using software?

You can't assemble a mac. The subject in your sentence is one and the topic's subject is an Intel based Macintosh.

 

[mode101wpb]

You can't assemble a mac. The subject in your sentence is one and the topic's subject is an Intel based Macintosh.

Exactly my point, I would rather assemble my own PC then buy an Apple period...x86 based or not. :roll:

 

[SynthDude2001]

I won't buy an Intel-based Mac, no. I would be interested in trying out the OS on my own hardware though, if they would allow it.

 

[Woody419]

Compatable devices, like printers, scanners, etc. is another expense most people don't think about when changing to a Mac. My scanner and camera is on the list, but I would need to buy a new printer.
Compatible devices and peripherals