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I've just been informed that, yes, people still "pimp" things out, no matter how silly the term seems. Uncrate put together a list of 10 items that will make your MacBook, um, really pimp, I guess. There's the usual assortment of software, like Windows XP, which may or may not have more street cred than Mac OS X, and Parallels Desktop, the VMware-like software that lets you run Windows alongside Mac OS X; the ubiquitous RAM upgrade; various carrying bags and cases also populate the list.
The most eye-catching, thereby the most "pimp," however, is the Colorware custom paint job. Just like in that MTV show about turning old piece of junk cars into painted over old piece of junk cars, Colorware will paint your MacBook for $450 with one of 28 different colors. If you want, they'll even mix paints for an extra $100. While you're at it, send 'em your Mighty Mouse or battery and for $20 they'll paint it for you.
There you go, pimp'd out MacBook. How proud you must feel.
Pimp Your MacBook [Uncrate]
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I've actually seen this done to an iPod, and I believe it was the same company doing it at that time.
However...You can save about $200 or more by simply taking your MacBook case to an auto body shop and get a choice enamel paint job. They're usually happy to take on the new business concept and shoot you a really good price. Of course, you have to remove the guts from the Mac and then re-install them. But, if you're a serious modder, something like that is already routine business to you.
I'm glad to find another soul who believes that Pimp My Ride show on MTV is crap.
That is really all they do, is take a piece of junk, put some frivolous frippery inside, give it a thumpin' stereo and a paintjob, thereby making it a loud, pretty piece of junk. And I'm supposed to be impressed? And the ridiculously staged "reaction" shots of the kids. Puh-leez...
I prefer Overhaulin' for true vehicle restoration.
Hey - not a bad idea if you want to avoid the discoloration issues plaguing the white Macbooks now...
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