Please don't switch all iBooks to larger form factor!!!

[sequoiaman96]

Well....why would u complain about the weigh....5.99 lb 14 inch ibook is NOT heavy....look at the old Mac portable (first Mac) was over 15 lbs...that is HEAVY....just accept it and get what u pay for. U need to grow up and gain some more muscle to lift a ibook, except whoever has muscle disease or health problems are excused...but not the muscular Mac users

[vitaboy]

Using the sour grapes argument shouldn't be a reason to like a product. "Well, so they couldn't make it lighter than 6 lbs. I guess that's not so bad" is not a very inspiring perspective to have on industrial design. The fact is, while 5.99 lbs may not weigh much compared to, say, an adult elephant, it is considerably more than the 12" iBook. In fact, it's also considerable more than the TiBook which, surprisingly, has a bigger screen than the 14" and even more features (such as a PC Card slot).

The 14" iBook is a move *backwards* in terms of product design for Apple, that is why most people responding on this thread prefer the 12" model over the 14" model. As the title of this thread makes clear, more than a few people would be very disappointed if we were left with just 14", 6 lb iBook left to consider for purchase.

[googolplex]

I'd hate to have a bigger ibook. The ibook is so nice to use on my lap or to carry it around anywhere. Its the perfect size. Since there isn't a higher resolution on the bigger screen it makes no difference to me. The smallness of the ibook is what makes it cool. Whenever somebody sees mine they comment on how small it is.

It would be a really stupid move for Apple to do that.

[Kelena13]

For me! I have the 14" and love it. I am constantly reading threads with people bashing the 14" iBook (Poor design, screen etc.). The size does not hinder me in any way. Come on people hit the gym! I really like the 12" as well, but it comes down to personal preference. Most people are reacting like Apple is going to force them to trade their beloved 12"ers in for 14"ers! End of rant

Kelena

[originaljohn]

I agree that it is personal preference. I just hope that Apple doesn't force a 14" on me. What I mean is that by the time I need a replacement for this iBook in 2-3 years, i hope that they won't have shifted the entire line to 14" screens and the larger form factors. I like the small size, and its not because I can't lift the extra pound :-)

Regards,
John

[Kelena13]

John,
Believe me, from what I have experienced you will be safe. The 12" iBook owners would never let that happen! There would be an uprising up great magnitude! Sleep well my friend, I believe the 12" is here for the long haul. I too would have to trade up if there was a G4 iBook.

Peace,

Kelena

[neutrino23]

One more vote for the 12.1 inch form. Just wish it was lighter. Three pounds would be nice.