So everyone's going crazy over this new MacBook Air. I admit, I'm also pretty impressed. The computer is less than an inch thick, but retains a full-sized keyboard and a 13" display.
But what confused me initially was the lack of a CD-ROM drive.
Apparently the computer wirelessly connects to the CD-ROM drive of any other PC or Mac and transfers data wirelessly. Alright, so you have to have two computers. Users can also shell out an extra $100 for an external SuperDrive that's apparently "slightly larger than a CD case" and connects via USB. So...am I supposed to carry this with me everywhere?
After watching the walkthrough on Apple's website, I've come to the conclusion that this computer is for businesspeople on the go. The host, John, talks about meetings, presentations, and dark conference rooms. He speaks of connecting projectors, or using the computer on a plane. He also wirelessly installs Microsoft Office.
I've decided that if you're involved with music production, graphic design, or video, this is probably not the computer for you.
Though I will say, I love the new trackpad. It has multiple functions based on the gestures you use. In addition to the one-finger click, two-finger right click, and two-finger scrolling, Apple has added the "pinch" feature (used for zooming in/out), and the three-finger "swipe" (pages you back and forward while surfing the web).
Aesthetically, it's beautiful, aside from the black keyboard! I demand keys that match the shell.
Add a SuperDrive, give me 4GB(+) memory, change that keyboard, and I'll buy it.
1 comment:
You rock. Thanks for reviewing it for me. I was wondering where all the ports were. Now I know what I'm not missing. Great job, you sound like a pro.
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