SeanjaNZ wrote:
1. To my knowledge MS does in fact manufacture PC's and have done so for many years now. See here:
http://www.microsoftstore.com/store/msnz/en_NZ/cat/categoryID.65890300?icid=TopN avSurface&tduid=a8a2260c88493319635e980b4b3a40f8
In all the years I used Windows I never had a single virus. But I don't download pirate software, I don't open email attachments from people I don't know and I don't surf dodgy websites. However, I note that OS X & IOS is no longer immune to viruses so you might want to temper your sarcasm there.
2. Yes, Dell does make high-res displays that don't fail just outside of warranty - we have 3 of them in our studio. Congrats, you got that one right but it is spelt Dell and not DELL. It's the surname of Michael (who founded the company); it's not an acronym. The question is, wouldn't you (and shouldn't you) have expected the same from Apple?
I certainly did, and based on the number of failures you have had I think you've just proved my point about the perception that is rapidly dying that 'Apple just works" ... when right now, it clearly doesn't. Thanks for helping to illustrate my point. I think its time Apple focuses a little less on social issues and soft icons, and focuses more on putting the QC back into QC.
Don't you think?
3. The UAE (where I was living at that time) does not sell AppleCare warranties, because as part of the agreement to sell Apple in that region they do not honour AppleCare warranties. This may have changed in the last few months as I see that Apple has or is about to formally open a store. However, because I was in the UAE, I was out of luck, and now I'm out of pocket.
It's disappointing that Apple appears to be unable to supply a screen that can last longer than 7 months without pixels dying.
4. No, I think you have got that one right too, the WIFI issues may not be linked to the dead pixels. You seem to be quite technically informed, so what do you think my chances are, of Apple posting me 2 new pixels to replace the dead ones?
Personally, I'm happy to pay a premium for a premium product but I do expect it to last longer than 1 year. Also, considering Apple writes software for a closed group of hardware (unlike MS who have to write for millions of combinations), is it really that unreasonable to have expected Apple to not screw up the primary I/O for my machine (WIFI) ?
Thanks for your input. It appears your love affair is so strong that you're happy to accept failures, but I'm not.
One does not need to download pirated software nor visit dodgy websites to catch a virus for a PC. Nor for a Mac. But chances of catching one using Windows goes into infinity compared to Mac. That will change it the years to come. As will Mac's popularity eventually far exceed that of Windows. Mind you... I could NOT care less which OS I use to deliver my work. I'll use the best one giving me the most intuitive workflow and fastest results.. Be that Apple, Dell or DelL or DELL..... There's some sarcasm for you although I'd refer to it as irony. But lets leave it @ that ;-)
Yes - you are right.. OS X is not just Plug, Play & Be Happy anymore. It has gotten stronger and much more capable than it ever was. And that perhaps on the costs of plug n play. I personally welcome that. Not all will.
I think Apple did an amazing job with Yosemite. Bugs in it ? YES. Plenty. But the system is fantastic. Even with them in it. And I can get by easily. As I wrote here, I have been on 10.10 for about 2 months. Dealt with numerous workarounds for network drops. I smile over Handoff and look 4ward to the day it works. But I am a happy 10.10 user. I think people who have a running system and otherwise have little OS X experience should lay off on the Upgrade-Finger and let a few iterations pass before jumping on the latest greatest. Let it rife for month or two... Or if they wanna be on the bleeding edge of technology, enjoy the ride for better and worse. And via Bug reporting help make this system better for everyone.
1) OK - I was referring to heavy duty PCs. Not Fun Smart boxes (Not meant disrespectfully)
2) I was referring to Dell's Laptops. And I don't believe that I was dissing them in any way. Just pointing out the fact that one can also buyh high-end PCs. Most tend to erroneously compare a rMBP with a $600 Walmart PC. Dells (I know about Dells history, does it really matter how I spelled it.. Jesus...) displays are great. I have two myself. But nothing they make on a Laptop comes close to rMBP. Otherwise I am sure you would have bought that and not the Mac you keep hating.
3) If two dead pixels gets you out of dough... Then I am happy you don't have to work in field ;-) Does it suck to have them. Yes. Does it prevent you from being creative; I don't know. Try taking it to the Apple store anyway. I believe that if you had one screen replaced within the first year of warranty, then you will get another year of warranty on that part. I might be mistaken. But in germany where I currently live, that was the case.
4) See answer number three... On a personal note. IF the thing isn't under warranty no more, is two pixels gonna make that big of a deal. If yes, sell it to someone who don't care about those two pixels. And get a new one. This time with 3 year warranty. If you left the UAE
Hopefully they'll show compassion ;-)
