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  • I finally pulled the trigger. My 17" MBP arrived today (first Mac ever). I got it with 3GB because I will need to be running several Windows apps under Parallels at the same time as my Mac applications. I also went with the matte screen as a matter …
  • Ok. I just got back from my local Apple store (actually an hour away, but I was passing by). Anyway, according to the manager, the official policy on dead pixels is that they are handled on a case by case basis. In other words, there is no official …
  • Sorry to hear about the dead pixel. I thought the industry had mostly moved past that problem. I have not had a dead/stuck pixel on a laptop or monitor in several years (which is at least 8 or 9 screens). I assume that it is only happening very rare…
  • I can't speak for the Apple glossy vs matte displays, but I see PC laptops with the glossy displays frequently. They are nice for some things, but in an office environment, they drive me nuts with the office lights. I know it's a personal preference…
  • Thanks for the replies. I hope that RSS is indeed gone. The Magsafe adapter issues are frustrating, but easy to workaround. I hear good things about Apple customer service, but the nearest Apple store for me is an hour away. In general, I'm guessing…