Apple PowerBook G4 (M8980LL/A) Mac Notebook

Pros: Stunning widescreen video, thin and light enough to travel
Cons: A bit expensive and still a bit large for the truly mobile

This marks my third review of an Apple PowerBook, and is for the middle 15” (actually 15.2”) model. Previously I reviewed the 12” aluminum and 17” aluminum PowerBooks, and in both cases hinted that those are, in fact, niche products. The 12” is a ...

Pros: Beautiful, small, well-designed, amazing keyboard, best OS currently available
Cons: Could use more DVD options, one button mouse, minor details

After ogling the macs in the mac lab on my campus and campus computer store, I finally made the jump and got a 15'' Powerbook G4 and I don't think that it could possibly make me any happier. This has been one of the most joyous experiences I have ever ...

Pros: Wide Screen, lightweight, fast processor speed, ergonomically correct
Cons: Battery life, no IrDA, minor problems with latch

I bought this laptop as a birthday gift for me this week when I saw it on the Hot Deals section in Apple - it's a refurbished 15" Aluminum Powerbook. My trusty Pismo was stolen in a house break-in and I had to have a laptop - and with me, I have to have ...

Pros: I personally like the new track pad with scrolling capability.
Cons: Yesterday my powerbook shut down for no apparent reason.

I personally like the new track pad with scrolling capability. It seems feather sensitive. It's like a fine tuned musical instrument rather than a keyboard. My fingers don't hurt to use this keyboard. It requires little effort. Your fingers just glide ...

Pros: Love the operating system
Cons: Case warping!!

I bought my Powerbook Aug. '05. I am overall happy with its performance, although I have one major problem. Severe warping where my hand rests above the CD drive. I noticed this happening about the first month or so after purchasing. When I shut the case ...

Pros: Beautiful, durable, powerful, value.
Cons: Some of the power adaptors have a tendency to fail. Price.

I need computers that are able to multi-task well. I often have several applications running at once and I also do photo editing. While Macintosh computer traditionally carry a heavy price tag, they are well worth the money and this Powerbook is no ...

Pros: Everything...looks, speed, power is in the name, only 1.1" thin, widescreen display!
Cons: Nothing really...gets a little warm, but not uncomfortable like some say. Battery life is tolerable.

The Apple PowerBook G4 not a computer for anyone, if you are looking for a great value, get an iBook G4! However, if you are a power user like myself get the PowerBook G4 15-inch. The fit and finish is amazing and all the "bugs" have been worked out. ...