Ask HN: What computer do you develop on?

I really like Macs, but it's ultimately about your preferences. I was very focused on getting a *nix machine (have coded on Unix since starting 2 years ago), but didn't want to spend time setting up drivers and solving hardware issues. So I went with a Mac.

What do you develop for? Are your tasks memory- or CPU-intensive? How often do you work away from home? Do you prefer to replace your computer often, or do you run your laptops into the ground? I ran my last Macbook into the ground (and use it as a media server now), and I expect to do the same for this MBP.

For what its worth, if I wanted to roll my own Linux laptop I would've bought a Lenovo. I hear they're engineered very well and weigh almost nothing.

Get a MBP. You can always install and boot Windows natively w/Boot Camp if you need to or if you're a gamer. It'll run Windows, natively, better than any other hardware you can buy. The displays are gorgeous. You won't need a dock but I would recommend investing in a Griffin Elevator stand.