09-05-2017 05:00 PM
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  1. PrincessB's Avatar
    PrincessB
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    Hello,

    I am looking for an older MacBook to buy just to carry around everywhere. I already have a mac laptop but I want an older one that I can use for just writing, emails, and possibly to listen to cds. Any ideas on how old of an laptop I can get that will satisfy my needs? Oh and I don’t want anything super expensive
    07-20-2017 09:38 AM
  2. Just_Me_D's Avatar
    Just_Me_D
    I wouldn’t recommend anything prior to a 2012 model, but that’s Just Me, D........I have a 2009 model MacBook, but it’s barely hanging on. Anyway, I hope other members offer their recommendations to you soon.
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    07-20-2017 10:09 AM
  3. Spencerdl's Avatar
    Spencerdl
    Originally Posted by Just_Me_D
    I wouldn’t recommend anything prior to a 2012 model, but that’s Just Me, D........I have a 2009 model MacBook, but it’s barely hanging on. Anyway, I hope other members offer their recommendations to you soon.
    I have to agree with JusMeD. I think this is sound advice.
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    07-20-2017 10:40 AM
  4. Just_Me_D's Avatar
    Just_Me_D
    Originally Posted by Spencerdl
    I have to agree with JusMeD. I think this is sound advice.
    Thank you, sir...
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    07-20-2017 12:59 PM
  5. tigerinexile's Avatar
    tigerinexile
    Ancient thread, but no more replies, so why not. Either it's been bought or it hasn't.

    The 2012 13" MBP is going to be supported for awhile longer on Apple's side. Can probably get an i5 for pretty cheap on eBay (I got an i7 a couple of weeks ago to upgrade) and then get a solid state drive on sale cheap to make it boot super-quick.

    Leaves option open of bigger upgrades (16 GB RAM, 1TB SSD) if wanted, but can get one at the price of an Ultrabook right now.

    Has a CD drive too.
    09-05-2017 05:00 PM
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