Nicole,
I, usually, hate those replies that seem to ignore the OP’s actual question.
In this case, basically, what new computer can I afford. But, I’m gonna go out
on a limb & ask the pertinent question, IMO. What for?
Based on your described usage, why do you want to have a computer that is
“still receiving updates?” If it’s able to surf the net, check email, & do
word processing, where’s the problem? Seems like your “work-flow” need is met.
I do understand the battery issue. Here in Arizona, we have a place in Tempe,
part of the Phoenix metropolitan area, called The Mac Exchange that takes care
of those kinds of issues. I’ve sent two Mac’s from Tucson & had them back
within a week to a week-&-a-half. In both cases, I spent less than $100 & the
computers were cleaned out thoroughly—dust & pet hair removed—& batteries
replaced. Did I mention the results were great?
I’m not questioning your right to spend your money anyway you want to. It’s
your business & your right. However, I see so many people wanting the latest &
greatest device, when the truth is what there holding in their hand or on their
lap has much more processing power than they could ever use. But, keep in
mind I just upgraded from my iPhone 5, because my 16-year-old needs a phone.
And, I had that thing for a really long time.
Just my two cents & probably not worth even that much. But so that this MSG is
not an entire waste, my mother-in-law got a Mini last year & I think, because
she had a monitor, we were able to get the Mini, the mouse, & the bluetooth
keyboard for $650 or there about. But, seriously consider replacing the
battery & if there’s any room for more memory maxing it out. You never know,
it might serve or be a great backup for years.
Good day,
CJ
On Mar 12, 2017, at 10:25 AM, Nicole Helmkamp <nkhutch86@xxxxxxxxx> wrote:
Hi list,
I have had my MacBook Pro for several years now and it is no longer getting
updates. It is also not keeping a charge unless it is plug-in. So I am in the
market for a new computer… I really can't afford to get another MacBook Pro,
but I was wondering if there's anything else Apple offers that might work
which might be a little more affordable. Any thoughts?
I mostly only use my computer for Internet browsing, wordprocessing, and
checking email.
Nicole
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