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Join Date: May 2003
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I'm looking to purhcase a 12 or 15 inch powerbook and am concerend about all the posts that state how the powerbook becomes very hot very quickly. I plan on using it on my lap often and was wondering if that's possible without putting some sort of pillow or book underneath. Thanks.
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Join Date: Dec 2000
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I have a 15" Ti. I've played Quake 3 with it on my lap. It gets /quite/ warm, but handle-able if you're wearing pants. Just don't touch the top edge above the keyboard (if it's the same on newer models) - that area gets quite hot, maybe not enough to burn but it can hurt a little.
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Join Date: May 2004
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I'd recommend using a right-sized board underneath the PB when using it on your lap. I have a thick custom cut Alu plate for under the PB, that way I'm sure I don't block any of the vents it needs to cool off, and the plate dissipates some of the heat, so I don't suffer needlesly ; ) plus you have a solid underground, so you can't warp or scratch the underside of your PB ...
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Join Date: Apr 2004
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i have a new 12" pb and the heat issue is there. it doesnt get to the point where it burns etc but it can be a bit unbearable. pillow, blanket, pants will be fine. its just a matter of comfort really. iirc, theres a product called the ilap, which are these two sponge like thingies that act as a pad for the pb to be placed on your lap w/o the heat problem
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Join Date: Jan 2003
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Originally posted by vexingv:
i have a new 12" pb and the heat issue is there. it doesnt get to the point where it burns etc but it can be a bit unbearable. pillow, blanket, pants will be fine. its just a matter of comfort really. iirc, theres a product called the ilap, which are these two sponge like thingies that act as a pad for the pb to be placed on your lap w/o the heat problem
I like the looks and concept of the EZ Lap for $10 (I don't know anyone that has one, but the design allows for great heat dissipation and elevates the laptop on your lap for better angle.)
http://www.cyberguys.com/templates/s...sp?T1=141+0367
Plus, if you take it with you in your bag/backpack, it'll give just a little bit more protection on one side...
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