BinaryData Posted August 27, 2015 Share Posted August 27, 2015 Hey Ladies & Gents, I'm looking at purchasing a laptop for iOS Development features. However, I don't know squat about Mac. As an IT person, this is also a really good learning opportunity.What I'm asking for is;- Suggestions (With Links)- Why that specific one.- New or Used (Price isn't really an issue, I expect to pay between $500 - $1,500)The only requirement I have is, the screens gotta be 13" or above. 11" screen is tiny as hell for me.I have other reasons as to why I'm getting a Mac. But thanks in advance people! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+JHBrown Subscriber¹ Posted August 27, 2015 Subscriber¹ Share Posted August 27, 2015 It's pretty simple to choose a 13" and above laptop from Apple. If you don't mind refurbished, while saving money at the same time, check out: http://www.apple.com/shop/browse/home/specialdeals/mac I would purchase AppleCare with the money saved from buying refurbished. If you can wait a while longer, Apple should update their laptop lineup with the Skylake processors soon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
binaryzero Posted August 27, 2015 Share Posted August 27, 2015 Really? This is a no brainer - they're PCs with some proprietary software... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ultimate99 Posted August 28, 2015 Share Posted August 28, 2015 It's pretty simple to choose a 13" and above laptop from Apple. If you don't mind refurbished, while saving money at the same time, check out: http://www.apple.com/shop/browse/home/specialdeals/mac I would purchase AppleCare with the money saved from buying refurbished. If you can wait a while longer, Apple should update their laptop lineup with the Skylake processors soon. Oh, how "soon"?? I've just purchased a retina macbook pro. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+JHBrown Subscriber¹ Posted August 28, 2015 Subscriber¹ Share Posted August 28, 2015 Oh, how "soon"?? I've just purchased a retina macbook pro. Apologies for the wrong choice of words. The 13-inch model received an update featuring the Force Touch trackpad back in March of this year. The 15-inch model received the same update back in May. Both are currently in mid-product cycle, and both are expected to be updated to the new Skylake processors within the next 6 months or so. However, you never know with Apple. I'd say, enjoy your new Macbook Pro. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BinaryData Posted August 28, 2015 Author Share Posted August 28, 2015 It's pretty simple to choose a 13" and above laptop from Apple. If you don't mind refurbished, while saving money at the same time, check out: http://www.apple.com/shop/browse/home/specialdeals/mac I would purchase AppleCare with the money saved from buying refurbished. If you can wait a while longer, Apple should update their laptop lineup with the Skylake processors soon. Hmm.. I'm not opposed to refurbished, as long as it doesn't have stickers all over it, doubt it would, knowing Apple.I don't know how Apple Care works. Haha. Apologies for the wrong choice of words. The 13-inch model received an update featuring the Force Touch trackpad back in March of this year. The 15-inch model received the same update back in May. Both are currently in mid-product cycle, and both are expected to be updated to the new Skylake processors within the next 6 months or so. However, you never know with Apple. I'd say, enjoy your new Macbook Pro. So, buy new or refurb'd? I'm lost @_@ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+JHBrown Subscriber¹ Posted August 28, 2015 Subscriber¹ Share Posted August 28, 2015 Hmm.. I'm not opposed to refurbished, as long as it doesn't have stickers all over it, doubt it would, knowing Apple.I don't know how Apple Care works. Haha. So, buy new or refurb'd? I'm lost @_@ It depends on you. Some people might have a problem buying a refurbished laptop. Additionally, you are correct, there will not be stickers all over the laptop. You won't even be able to tell the difference between a new or refurbished one, only your bank account will take notice. There are quite a few on their website that will fit your needs. A few 2015 versions as well. I would put up a few links for ya, however, I'm away from home, and on a mobile phone. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BinaryData Posted August 28, 2015 Author Share Posted August 28, 2015 It depends on you. Some people might have a problem buying a refurbished laptop. Additionally, you are correct, there will not be stickers all over the laptop. You won't even be able to tell the difference between a new or refurbished one, only your bank account will take notice. There are quite a few on their website that will fit your needs. A few 2015 versions as well. I would put up a few links for ya, however, I'm away from home, and on a mobile phone. No worries dude! I'm doing research on it. I've built a list of things I'm buying for my schooling. I need a new Desktop, laptops, and my ESX Server. Laptop will be for when I'm at work, along with the Mac. Desktop to run all my school programs. Bachelor's in IT Security from WGU is going to be fun @_@. I'll be posting a lot here! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
binaryzero Posted August 28, 2015 Share Posted August 28, 2015 ESX - www.dell.com. Sounds like you'll have plenty to put on your tax return. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BinaryData Posted August 28, 2015 Author Share Posted August 28, 2015 ESX - www.dell.com. Sounds like you'll have plenty to put on your tax return. This, I don't get. Haha. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
binaryzero Posted August 29, 2015 Share Posted August 29, 2015 Well, I'm saying go to dell.com for a server to use with ESX. You don't claim your equipment on tax? It's for school purposes, should get some money back at least. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BinaryData Posted August 30, 2015 Author Share Posted August 30, 2015 Well, I'm saying go to dell.com for a server to use with ESX. You don't claim your equipment on tax? It's for school purposes, should get some money back at least. you can do that?! WHAT THE ****!?!!!?? I hate my tax person, Ironically, it's through my work now. FML.I work for Intuit in the IT/DC side of things, for those that didn't know. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
binaryzero Posted August 30, 2015 Share Posted August 30, 2015 ^ Then you can most defiantly claim your equipment purchases...they're for work!! Speak to your tax man. offroadaaron 1 Share Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DeadEndAccount Posted August 30, 2015 Share Posted August 30, 2015 ^ Then you can most defiantly claim your equipment purchases...they're for work!! Speak to your tax man. you can do that?! WHAT THE ****!?!!!?? I hate my tax person, Ironically, it's through my work now. FML.I work for Intuit in the IT/DC side of things, for those that didn't know. Keep in mind though that Jared is in Australia where as BinaryData is in the United States so the tax code will be completely different. In the case of New Zealand, where I am, we have lower marginal tax rates but with fewer deductions. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
binaryzero Posted August 31, 2015 Share Posted August 31, 2015 I'd speak to his tax man lol. offroadaaron 1 Share Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BinaryData Posted September 1, 2015 Author Share Posted September 1, 2015 TurboTax - BinaryData's QuestionHmm... I sent an email to my POC at Western Governor's University asking for documents that state anything about this. I remember being asked if I had access to a computer, and I said yes. However, my current PC won't last much longer. It's an LGA775 CPU. It's dying hard! D: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+BudMan MVC Posted September 1, 2015 MVC Share Posted September 1, 2015 you can not just go deducting stuff you buy on your taxes because you use it for X.. For starters you need to itemize to be able to deduct stuff even if for work.. Which I highly doubt he is doing unless he owns a home, or his own business as form of income. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
offroadaaron Posted September 2, 2015 Share Posted September 2, 2015 you can not just go deducting stuff you buy on your taxes because you use it for X.. For starters you need to itemize to be able to deduct stuff even if for work.. Which I highly doubt he is doing unless he owns a home, or his own business as form of income. You can tax stuff for self study purposes. binaryzero 1 Share Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
binaryzero Posted September 2, 2015 Share Posted September 2, 2015 ^ Budman, every year I claim a PC because I use it.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
binaryzero Posted September 2, 2015 Share Posted September 2, 2015 TurboTax - BinaryData's QuestionHmm... I sent an email to my POC at Western Governor's University asking for documents that state anything about this. I remember being asked if I had access to a computer, and I said yes. However, my current PC won't last much longer. It's an LGA775 CPU. It's dying hard! D: Well the purchase needs to have happened within the taxable year lol. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adrynalyne Posted September 2, 2015 Share Posted September 2, 2015 you can not just go deducting stuff you buy on your taxes because you use it for X.. For starters you need to itemize to be able to deduct stuff even if for work.. Which I highly doubt he is doing unless he owns a home, or his own business as form of income. You can tax stuff for self study purposes. School supplies are deductible if its for a course. I don't think self study counts unless in Australia. https://ttlc.intuit.com/questions/1899852-what-are-qualified-education-expenses Generally, under the American Opportunity Credit you could count the laptop as an expense as long as the computer was needed for a course of study. Under the American Opportunity Credit there is no requirement that equipment must be purchased from the educational institution. Ian W 1 Share Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
offroadaaron Posted September 2, 2015 Share Posted September 2, 2015 School supplies are deductible if its for a course. I don't think self study counts unless in Australia. https://ttlc.intuit.com/questions/1899852-what-are-qualified-education-expenses Arrhhh I'm in Australia, so fair enough if that's not something that happens in the US. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adrynalyne Posted September 2, 2015 Share Posted September 2, 2015 Arrhhh I'm in Australia, so fair enough if that's not something that happens in the US. Tis a nice perk to have. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+BudMan MVC Posted September 2, 2015 MVC Share Posted September 2, 2015 (edited) tax laws are different in different parts of the world yes... In the US you can not just deduct stuff unless for starts you itemize your taxes. To itemize you need to have enough deductions to exceed the standard deduction or it makes no sense. I would bet a LARGE amount of money, they sure I could deduct from my gambling winnings on my taxes that BD is not itemizing his taxes to start with - so doesn't matter what he uses the computer for. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DevTech Posted September 3, 2015 Share Posted September 3, 2015 If you can wait a while longer, Apple should update their laptop lineup with the Skylake processors soon. Since the planned usage is for development which often can take advantage of virtual machines it is nice to have lots of RAM The main advantage I see coming out of Skylake is the increased density of DDR4 RAM which can have 16 gig on a single DIMM. So even ultralight laptops can in theory have 32 gig RAM as a possible option. We will have to see in the next couple of months how that plays out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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