The current G4 PowerBooks are 2nd generation products with the exception of the 15". My 12" G4 doesn't scald left palms the way the first models did.
I would recommend getting a current model, which are in the sweet spot of being 3 or 4 months since introduction, proven reliable and the recipients of recent price drops. My 12" 1GHz G4 hasn't crashed yet and feels as though it was built from a single block of aluminum.
Oh yeah, Panther is very nice. I too switched from Windows last month, and yes, there are many things that Panther does better than XP, while a few where it falls short. On the balance, I'd say Panther is slicker, but even on a fast G4 doesn't feel as fast as XP on fast PC hardware. Of course, my main reason for switching was the "virus a day" trend in the PC world, and the peace of mind that I get from using a (antivirus-protected) Mac is enough justification to switch on its own.
Andrew
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© Tom Lehrer, 1965 On Mar 13, 2004, at 5:00 AM, Bob wrote:
Way to go, by switching to Mac. I was in the PC world for a while and have NEVER looked back. You will be utterly stoked with Panther. By far the rockingest OS on the planet.
That's a tough call, get a Mac now and enjoy it (the new G4's are pretty sweet), or wait for the G5 PowerBook? I have an old powerbook and a new G5 dual 2ghz. Let me tell you the G5 flat out rocks. The thought of a G5 in a powerbook is way cool.
I wouldn't worry about the first generation of a G5 powerbook. Apple puts out quality machines, especially now. They are better than ever.
As far guessing when the G5 powerbook will come out...who knows. But you could look at the release laps between PowerMacs and the PowerBooks after the G3 was released and then the G4, and see if there is any consistency.
As you may see, I'm in favor of waiting for the G5. If you wait and get one, get all the options you can have put inside it. Pull out all the stops, it makes it's edge in your computing last a lot longer, and alot more fun!
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