Pink Laptops World

I can’t help but wonder why Apple still chooses not to add colors as an option to their MacBooks. Sure, white, black and silver are colors, but you know what I mean. Fun, vibrant, brilliant, like the colored laptops so many of the other companies make. With such a devoted following of die-hard Apple fans, I know they would be a smash hit. But alas, we have to keep waiting.

In the meantime, those who have their hearts set on a MacBook and want to jazz it up a bit do have some options, ranging from the very inexpensive to some serious customized luxury.

Skins
Starting with the least expensive alternative, skins - best described as perfectly sized vinyl stickers for the top of your notebook - are available in every color and design you can think of. Some companies even let you upload your own photos and designs, so there is almost no limit to the customization options here. The skins are really easy to apply, and come off just as smoothly, leaving no sticky residue or ugly markings behind. In fact, since they provide a protective cover in addition to looking great, once you remove one, you’ll notice how scratched up the rest of your laptop looks in comparison! Most skins go for around $20-$30, making them a very affordable option.

Cases
Another option is to put a form-fitting case around your laptop. Most are made from hard plastic and encase the entire outside of your notebook (with cutouts so that you can still access all the sockets, ports, buttons and drives). Even though they have a very snug fit, they are easy to snap on and off, and will also protect your computer. They are available in a myriad of colors, and most cost around $50.

Customized Color
The next step up is to have your MacBook customized. ColorWare, located in Winona, MN, will apply any color of your choice to your laptop. You can either send in one that you already own, or buy a customized one directly from them (they also customize mice and many other electronics such as iPods and iPhones). Make sure you choose your color carefully though - once it’s applied, there is no un-doing or changing it. The price? $450.

Custom Plating
If you really want to go all out and splurge, check out Computer Choppers. They will plate your laptop in precious metals (such as rose, white or 24k gold, platinum, copper, chrome and nickel) and build the Apple logo out of diamonds, rubies, sapphires, or any gemstone of our choice. The logo will cost you from $500 and up, and you have to contact them to get a price for the plating.