Ask HN: Are there any reasonable alternatives to MacBook Pro for developer?

Re:Ask HN: Are there any reasonable alternatives to MacBook ... by valuearb on Sunday April 08, 2018 @04:50PM (#16788297)

I have a top of line new MBP and love it. I don’t use the keyboard, the touchbar, the screen or the hinge. Instead it drives two 17 inch monitor and bluetooth keyboard and track pad (yes i paid extra for slate gray trackpad).

I will argue that its nearly impossible for a developer to pay too much for their computer system. When you spend close to 2,000 hours a year using it, every moment saved by faster processor/memory IP, everything that was easier to read, write and do thanks to the best keyboard, input device and best monitors, pays for the extra investment many times over.

Of course, I have to admit at some point when I have to travel, I will need to use the built in keyboard and at that point I will be very sad.

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Re:Ask HN: Are there any reasonable alternatives to MacBook ... by RyanShook on Sunday April 08, 2018 @04:57PM (#16788342)

Just got the 13” MBP. Love the form-factor and power, still enjoy MacOS over others. Miss MagSafe power, annoyed by the touchbar and lack of inputs, really dislike the keyboard (shallow/cheap feeling).

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Re:Ask HN: Are there any reasonable alternatives to MacBook ... by cmcginty on Monday April 09, 2018 @03:50AM (#16791162)

Spot on regarding price comparisons between brands. The cost difference is really not significant over life of the device, and in historical context of computing power per $. I get that maybe the MBP is not bleeding tech right now, but fit and finish is well above all others, and the larger user base and local support stores means the consumer experience is hard to beat.

BTW, I must be one of the few that actually like the new (non-touchbar) keyboard. The only thing I would change are the arrow keys.

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