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To: Joe Donato who wrote (25619)7/21/1999 12:03:00 PM
From: rhet0ric  Respond to of 213186
 
In all seriousness, don't forget that the iMAC has a handle. 6.7 pounds with a handle is much better then 6.7 pounds without a handle.

Yes, but I wouldn't expect to carry it by itself much--I would normally put it in a briefcase or knapsack. And ultimately, handle or no handle, if you're carrying it for a long time it's the weight that matters.

I think it's telling that they don't put the weight in any of the up-front feature list; to find out the weight you have to dig into the specifications.

Don't get me wrong, I like the iBook. It's just not what I was looking for.

rhet0ric



To: Joe Donato who wrote (25619)7/21/1999 12:40:00 PM
From: Rocky Reid  Respond to of 213186
 
To those here disappointed by the iBook's weight of 6.7 lbs, don't forget that the target market here is for educational institutions, students, and the younger set in general.

This thing is probably built like a tank to put up with abuse it is sure to receive from this demographic.


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