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Re: Preserving Laptop Stickers on MacBooks

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Post by jaclaz » Thu, Jul 11, 2019, 9:55 AM UTC

Theodores wrote: post #64

I like the idea of using the wrap plastic used for cars, maybe with fancy colours, skipping the stickers. When I am done with the machine I could remove the wrap and have a brand new looking case. Actual hard shell covers do protect the machine but they do get dirt inside that does add wear patterns. Has anyone done anything really cool with automotive wraps and laptops? Not necessarily on Apple products but on PCs t…

See my comment above, about a couple of pre-made (and customizable) resources:

https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=20410335

Re: Preserving Laptop Stickers on MacBooks

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Post by mcv » Thu, Jul 11, 2019, 9:55 AM UTC

pvarangot wrote: post #160

mattschmulen wrote: post #92

Earlier quoted context omitted.

How else do you identify your mbp going through TSA. Call me laptop roulette paranoid.

Mine is the one with no stickers

Mine is the one with the gunk.

Re: Preserving Laptop Stickers on MacBooks

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Post by bdowling » Thu, Jul 11, 2019, 9:58 AM UTC

raptorraver wrote: post #167

MiscIdeaMaker99 wrote: post #127

Earlier quoted context omitted.

Stickers are purely an extension of one's ego.

No, they are our industry's equivalent for prison tattoos.

> prison tattoos

Pretty much. They reveal what tribes you’re a part of and your history, allowing others to identify and categorize you. And they’re inappropriate in a traditional professional setting, requiring sleeves to cover them up.

Re: Preserving Laptop Stickers on MacBooks

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Post by Razengan » Thu, Jul 11, 2019, 10:01 AM UTC

Another way is to just use a body case or "shell" and applying the stickers to that. It may not perfectly match the original aluminum look but it provides more protection and personalization.

I got an Incase one from the Apple Store:

https://www.apple.com/shop/mac/mac-accessories/cases-protect...

https://www.incase.com/devices/macbook/mackbook-pro-2016-wit...

Re: Preserving Laptop Stickers on MacBooks

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Post by rawTruthHurts » Thu, Jul 11, 2019, 10:02 AM UTC

coldtea wrote: post #197

want2know wrote: post #180

It's sad to see that in this thread most people jump in conclusions because they only assume there is only one reason why people put stickers on laptops. Without giving it much thought you place people in a 'category' that only exists in your mind. There are a million reasons why people put stickers on laptops. And also a million why people don't. I guess it's best to keep an open mind and don't think you know why pe…

> There are a million reasons why people put stickers on laptops. And also a million why people don't. Well, let's not get carried away. There are a handful of reasons at best: 1) they feel the laptop is drab/empty and want to decorate it 2) they are fans of an artist/band and want to promote it 3) they want to broadcast the world the company they work for and/or their choice of frameworks and tools 4) they want to c…

You pretty much forgot fatuity and territorial pissing.

Re: Preserving Laptop Stickers on MacBooks

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Post by tapland » Thu, Jul 11, 2019, 10:25 AM UTC

Razengan wrote: post #254

Another way is to just use a body case or "shell" and applying the stickers to that. It may not perfectly match the original aluminum look but it provides more protection and personalization. I got an Incase one from the Apple Store: https://www.apple.com/shop/mac/mac-accessories/cases-protect... https://www.incase.com/devices/macbook/mackbook-pro-2016-wit...

Aren't these transparent film like the vinyl that one can use?

https://www.bestskinsever.com/macbook-pro-15-inch-with-touch...

Re: Preserving Laptop Stickers on MacBooks

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Post by jimnotgym » Thu, Jul 11, 2019, 10:26 AM UTC

Am I the only person who is sick to death of Macs on their network? My mac users take up so much more time than the Windows majority for their overpriced hipster-books.

The ones that really get me are the ones that use MS Office all day. Wrong computer for the job.

Re: Preserving Laptop Stickers on MacBooks

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Post by libertine » Thu, Jul 11, 2019, 10:32 AM UTC

want2know wrote: post #180

It's sad to see that in this thread most people jump in conclusions because they only assume there is only one reason why people put stickers on laptops. Without giving it much thought you place people in a 'category' that only exists in your mind. There are a million reasons why people put stickers on laptops. And also a million why people don't. I guess it's best to keep an open mind and don't think you know why pe…

Oh I've seen this plenty of times when it comes to the possible idea of one being influenced by a brand to the point of carrying their logo/promoting them for free.

Like those who do it are shills, easily influenced, sheeps, etc - and the ones who don't are completely immune to any branding/advertising/marketing, because of reasons (usually there's a sense of superiority bound to it).

Funny enough, this is just an illusion to them, because it doesn't matter what they think, they're still influenced by brands, by the simple fact that every single product/service is branded and signals something to someone, even if the signaling is "I don't buy into corporate brands". Because that's how humans work, with symbols and signals.

To make matters worst, it's when you think you're immune to such thing that you're most vulnerable. It's like you're a sitting duck.

The sooner you embrace we're influenced everyday, the sooner you'll be more aware of it and prepared for it.

Re: Preserving Laptop Stickers on MacBooks

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Post by hknd » Thu, Jul 11, 2019, 10:40 AM UTC

meerita wrote: post #89

Call me weirdo but I never jumped on the sticker wagon. I don't see the point of advertising companies for free. My support would be more in terms of using their services (paying, yes) than paying and also putting stickers on my laptop. Is just because fanatism or feeling proud of using something? I'm not trying to be jerk, but I never understood that movement.

I'm working with >100 engineers in my team and >1000 engineers in my building, and nearly everyone has a mbp.

We usually just drop our macbooks somewhere if we attend an event, or a meeting, or go for lunch in our building.

Not having stickers (or any other unique feature) makes it very difficult to find your computer.

Re: Preserving Laptop Stickers on MacBooks

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Post by demarq » Thu, Jul 11, 2019, 10:41 AM UTC

coldtea wrote: post #197

want2know wrote: post #180

It's sad to see that in this thread most people jump in conclusions because they only assume there is only one reason why people put stickers on laptops. Without giving it much thought you place people in a 'category' that only exists in your mind. There are a million reasons why people put stickers on laptops. And also a million why people don't. I guess it's best to keep an open mind and don't think you know why pe…

> There are a million reasons why people put stickers on laptops. And also a million why people don't. Well, let's not get carried away. There are a handful of reasons at best: 1) they feel the laptop is drab/empty and want to decorate it 2) they are fans of an artist/band and want to promote it 3) they want to broadcast the world the company they work for and/or their choice of frameworks and tools 4) they want to c…

you'd be wrong on all points when it comes to my mac. A closer inspection would reveal that the stickers aren't really stickers, they are concert tickets, train tickets and basically memorabilia I collect as I go along and it has little to do with promoting any company.

Being a software dev has taken me around the world and given me many opportunities, those "stickers" are to remind me how lucky I am.