Buying new laptop - should I finally go Apple?
Posted: Wed Jul 27, 2016 4:19 pm
I've been a windows user basically forever.
I recently upgraded my desktop windows machine with good kit which should last me the next 5 years. I use it for everything including modern gaming. But a lot of the time I don't want to be in my office, so I need a laptop too - for when I'm writing on my website, writing my book or doing basic web design/dev.
I have a large 15" Asus Laptop with windows 10, but the battery life is abysmal and it's extremely heavy. Windows 10 is also a bit weird. In my new job, I use a 13" Macbook Pro which is a much nicer form factor, has a great screen and battery life, but I don't like the OS. I'd love a machine this sort of size, but I'm not sure about making the full switch to Mac OS, especially since I've heard lots of complaints about Apple software recently. I also hate that Apple do not know how to make a proper UK keyboard (!)
Does anyone have good advice on whether I should finally switch to Apple for my laptop? What are the pros/cons, (ignoring cost).
I know that's kinda hard to ask, since it's subjective, but opinions would be very welcome.
I recently upgraded my desktop windows machine with good kit which should last me the next 5 years. I use it for everything including modern gaming. But a lot of the time I don't want to be in my office, so I need a laptop too - for when I'm writing on my website, writing my book or doing basic web design/dev.
I have a large 15" Asus Laptop with windows 10, but the battery life is abysmal and it's extremely heavy. Windows 10 is also a bit weird. In my new job, I use a 13" Macbook Pro which is a much nicer form factor, has a great screen and battery life, but I don't like the OS. I'd love a machine this sort of size, but I'm not sure about making the full switch to Mac OS, especially since I've heard lots of complaints about Apple software recently. I also hate that Apple do not know how to make a proper UK keyboard (!)
Does anyone have good advice on whether I should finally switch to Apple for my laptop? What are the pros/cons, (ignoring cost).
I know that's kinda hard to ask, since it's subjective, but opinions would be very welcome.