Is the new MacBook Pro 17" worth buying?

Question

I'm a graphic designer (mostly web designer) and will be moving to Spain next year to work. I decided to buy a laptop because I need to work at home, as well as keep in touch with friends, play games in spare time and because I honestly can't live without a computer.

Though I've never used a Mac before (not even at job), I was thinking of buying the recently released MacBook Pro 17" when I arrive there, but then I've read about some flaws it has (annoying noises in speaker and overheting were the most common) and that dissapoints me a little bit.

I like its design, but the "flashy graphics" and so is not enough reason for me to buy it. Yet, I do like that they are Intel based (THAT is, for example, a very good reason for me to buy it)

Is a MacBook Pro 17" worth buying for me as a designer? What else do I need to connect it in a WiFi area? Or should I buy a PC laptop instead? If so, which model?

If you own one, please tell me your experience as well. Thanks to everyone in advance!

Answer 1

the MacBook is a great option for two reasons. First it is really meant for the graphic professional (such as yourself), and it has WORLD WIDE support. Apple is the best company for international support options. Just do a little research to see if there are any apple certified service centers where you are going to be living in Spain. It comes with WiFi built in, and because it is an international standard it will work in Europe as well as it works in North America.

Answer 2

That would be your best bet for what you do. You'll enjoy the user-friendly interface and little things that make your life easier. Then when you've accomplished something, you'll have the advantage of being able to view your work from both OS X and Windows from a single machine.

What's more is the robust of the Mac OS plus the hardware will last much longer than most PCs.