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Originally Posted by Roboman
I think it depends. If an internal drive really wouldn't add any size or weight, then sure, why not.
But I'm pretty sure that isn't the case.
I vote external - preferably, a super-sleek, bus-powered, Apple-designed external.  |
See, I'm convinced that eliminating the internal optical really won't make the unit much lighter or smaller, nor will they be able to boost performance or battery life substantially enough to make a difference. There's only so many processor selections that can fit in a case that small and not burn a hole through your table. And face it, Apple has been challenged enough in this area with their larger notebooks that I don't think it's wise for them to 'push the envelope' anymore.
As I said in another thread, if someone can point me to a sub-compact notebook that is on par with the Sony TX or TZ series ala size and weight, but that has any improvements in battery/processing by eliminating the optical drive, then I may believe it. I don't think such a product exists.