Yeah, aren't we all sick and tired of Windows <lol> but unfortunately
(whether we like it or not) we're stuck with the damn thing because
90% of the worlds computer systems use it.
I use a Mac for 9% of everything I do here but I still have to use
Windows for some tasks.
On 28/01/2008, at 4:03 PM, CHRISTOPHER PEPPEL wrote:
Hi Dane,
I also second Esther's remarks. The pod cast was great. I keep
dreaming of
a Mac, and at some point, when I have the money, I will definitely
get one.
Sick and tired of windows.
Chris Peppel
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[mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Esther
Sent: Sunday, January 27, 2008 10:41 PM
To: General discussions on all topics relating to the use of Mac OS
X by the
blind
Subject: Re: Apples and Macbooks
Hi Dane,
Thanks for the Blind Cool Tech podcast. I also enjoyed hearing about
your experiences in "the early days" using precursors to VoiceOver..
What with the extensive(!) discussion of the MacBook vs. MacBook Pro
over the last day or so, this should help people come to a decision.
It's still probably best for folks to try these out themselves, if
they have
the opportunity, as you and others have said. (And, neat touch your
reminding everyone how to start up VoiceOver!).
A couple of comments that I don't think have been much discussed
recently: the MacBooks can be purchased with either a Combo drive
(read CDs and DVDs and write CDs) or a SuperDrive (read and write
CDs and DVDs), while I think the SuperDrive is standard with all the
MacBook Pro models now. With the larger format disks it can be
really convenient to be able to burn DVDs, so this is an option that
potential MacBook buyers should consider.
Another point to consider is the keyboard and layout feel of the
laptop.
(I actually like the action of the shaped keys on the old G4
PowerBooks
best, but that's not an option.) The MacBook form factor is more
comfortable for me -- I'd love it if the processor option of the
MacBook
Pros were available in a smaller unit.
Thanks for the review.
Cheers,
Esther
On Jan 27, 2008, at 03:40PM, Dane Trethowan wrote:
Hi everyone!
Ok, its taken a while for Larry to put this up but my little piece on
Apple and Macbooks (along with a few additions) <smile> is up at
http://www.blindcooltech.com
if anyone would like to have a listen. This contribution may be of
particular interest to those who are thinking of purchasing a
Macbook,
and who may be interested in some of the computers that Apple is
responsible for.
Please take some time to have a look around the site, enjoy some of
the other contributions made (you'll see some familiar names there
I'm
sure) <smile> and perhaps you may consider subscribing to the Blind
Cool tech podcast in Itunes.
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Phone +613 9747 3975
Voiceover Tech Support +613 8732 9237
Fax +613 9743 7954
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From Melton Victoria Australia
Phone +613 9747 3975
Voiceover Tech Support +613 8732 9237
Fax +613 9743 7954
mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]
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skype: callto:grtdane12
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