Look here for comparison of iBook prices:
http://www.macprices.com/14ibooktracker.shtml

The 14" iBook only has 1024 x 768 screen resolution, no better than the 12" iBook.
Check http://pricewatch.com for memory - $80 for 512 MB. A wireless card is $77 dollars refurbished.

I bought a 12" iBook G4/800 for $1,124 at MacWarehouse (with 512MB memory, free printer, free backpack) and $77 airport extreme = $1,201.

If you're interested in refurbished computers,
http://www.macprices.com/refurblaptops.shtml
ClubMac has iBook G3/800 for $729.
Apple used to have iBook G3/700 for $679, but they've sold out.

A used computer to consider is the 15" Powerbook 800 or 867. Sells for about $1,050-1,600 on eBay. The 800 was about $3,200 brand-new just 1 year ago, and the 867 was just discontinued. Their screens do have better 1280 x 854 resolution.
http://www.everymac.com/systems/appl...4_800_dvi.html

For plane power, search eBay for "APC laptop power". There's an APC inverter for $29 + $5.50 shipping = $34.50. Make sure you get the airplane & auto version - some are automobile only.

Good backup options. 64-128MB flash disks for $20 to move files between Macs/PCs. 20 GB mini-HD from Archos for $99 to backup your files. 120 GB regular-size Firewire drive for $60 at some office supply store sales.

Check http://dealmac.com for good prices on lots of little stuff. http://pricegrabber.com and other comparison shopping sites for software.

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On the PC side, Dell is offering an Inspiron laptop for $600. They have relatively reliable computers, and it's cheap!

Not as cute as the iBook though.

Mitchell

[This message has been edited by mitchell (edited Dec 24, 2003).]