[P1] Clamshell vs. IceBook

[david]

On 11/25/02 8:51 PM, "Robert R. Daniel" <rrdaniel2 at mac.com> wrote:

> For traveling, I am certain the clamshell is a better choice.
> It's much sturdier and will stand up to the stress of being
> jammed into an overstuffed backpack or carry-on bag.  I have
> handled the IceBook and now have a TiBook at work.  I would be
> very reluctant to travel with either of them.  I certainly
> would not schlep them between office and home when I commute
> by bicycle.  With my clamshell, on the other hand, I have no
> hesitation:  I pack it and go.

I certainly agree that the iBook is more sturdy than the TiBook. I borrowed
one for a conference not long after they came out because I needed a video
out. I liked using it - my motel was really chilly and it kept me warm - but
I was glad to return it. The darn thing scared me it felt so flimsy.

But I cannot agree that the dual USB iBook feels less sturdy than the
clamshell one. I schlepped my dual USB on my trip to Canada this summer and
never gave a second thought to throwing it into the boat or jumping around
on the rocks with it in my backpack.

david

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