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MacBook Pro for GCSE

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GreySheep · 23/11/2019 14:38

Does anyone know if a MacBook Pro will be a good laptop to use for GCSE years?

I’m clueless on this but DD is into photography so know it’s good for that but wondering if it’s good as an all round laptop for the GCSE years too?

I’ve tried googling but it’s all so technical. I’d love to hear from any parents whose DC have used a MacBook Pro during GCSE courses or hear if any other laptop recommendations.

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GreySheep · 23/11/2019 14:51

Thanks for the replies. @Confusedbeetle this would be a gift from an inheritance so it’s a one off special chance to get something she’d really love as opposed to something that ‘will do’.

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Confusedbeetle · 23/11/2019 14:45

Do you have money to burn?

Pipandmum · 23/11/2019 14:43

It's fine and quite expensive but don't see why you need it in particular. My son's girlfriend is doing A level photography and doesn't use a Mac. I like Macs as that's what l learned on but there are plenty of alternatives. She should ask her teacher.