Noticed that alot of MBPs are

ultrablue662 · 18th July 2008, 09:44

being sold. In the want to sell section. There are 3 ads on the home page, I was wondering why everyone thinks that happens, as opposed to say a MacBook or iMac?

fangpyre · 18th July 2008, 10:42

True.
Interesting.

I wonder, are they switchers that gave up or is there something else?
One thing about the MBP is that it is big (even though it is only 200 grams heavier than the MB)
People get taken away with how beautiful it looks, and think I want the best.
Not knowing that the best also means the most appropriate.

hanzo · 19th July 2008, 18:20

While I don't know the specific reasons behind those sales...

One could argue that the MBP is geared towards power users or, heh, Pros. Both of which tend to have a significantly shorter ownership life-cycle.

ultrablue662 · 19th July 2008, 20:44

I dont know... Im more leaning towards fangpyre's reasoning.

A new trainee (who I just turned into a switcher, THANK YOU!) went out and bought a MBP even though when describing his needs he didnt need much more than the entry level macbook.

That might be it, oh its pretty, oh I WANT the best! then its oh... this is huge for a notebook.

Though That should also apply to the top of the line iMacs shouldnt it? and I dont see many f those being slod.

Or do people just prefer notebooks? I know I dont.

fangpyre · 19th July 2008, 21:09

A lot of people DO prefer notebooks over desktops.
Especially if the notebook will do the job.

However, if you buy an iMac it won't get in the way, even if it too much (unless you put it into a really small place).
But an MBP is big, and if you don't need the extra power, you are taxed for that burden, with no benefit.

But I'm hoping Hanzo is correct.
I'd feel better with the thought that people are selling it after taking their full use out of their machines.

Pawan · 19th July 2008, 21:50

It could also be a lot of users are anticipating a new design for the MBP?

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18th July 2008, 10:42	#2 (permalink)
fangpyre Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Dubai Posts: 1,416	True. Interesting. I wonder, are they switchers that gave up or is there something else? One thing about the MBP is that it is big (even though it is only 200 grams heavier than the MB) People get taken away with how beautiful it looks, and think I want the best. Not knowing that the best also means the most appropriate.

19th July 2008, 18:20	#3 (permalink)
hanzo Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Abu Dhabi Posts: 178	While I don't know the specific reasons behind those sales... One could argue that the MBP is geared towards power users or, heh, Pros. Both of which tend to have a significantly shorter ownership life-cycle.

19th July 2008, 20:44	#4 (permalink)
ultrablue662 Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Abu-Dhabi Posts: 741	I dont know... Im more leaning towards fangpyre's reasoning. A new trainee (who I just turned into a switcher, THANK YOU!) went out and bought a MBP even though when describing his needs he didnt need much more than the entry level macbook. That might be it, oh its pretty, oh I WANT the best! then its oh... this is huge for a notebook. Though That should also apply to the top of the line iMacs shouldnt it? and I dont see many f those being slod. Or do people just prefer notebooks? I know I dont.

19th July 2008, 21:09	#5 (permalink)
fangpyre Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Dubai Posts: 1,416	A lot of people DO prefer notebooks over desktops. Especially if the notebook will do the job. However, if you buy an iMac it won't get in the way, even if it too much (unless you put it into a really small place). But an MBP is big, and if you don't need the extra power, you are taxed for that burden, with no benefit. But I'm hoping Hanzo is correct. I'd feel better with the thought that people are selling it after taking their full use out of their machines.

19th July 2008, 21:50	#6 (permalink)
Pawan Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Posts: 189	It could also be a lot of users are anticipating a new design for the MBP?