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Apple MacBook Pro 15
The MacBook Pro 15-inch (Mid-2012) is instantly recognizable—it looks virtually identical to every iteration of the MacBook Pro 15-inch that we've seen since 2008. It measures the same 0.95 by 14.3 by 9.8 inches (HWD) and weighs 5.6 pounds—the sole exception to this is the MacBook Pro with Retina Display, which trims the thickness to 0.71 of an inch and drops the weight to 4.46 pounds. While the trained eye will be able to spot the differences in port selection, the newest MacBook Pro is otherwise indistinguishable from last year's Apple MacBook Pro 15-inch (Thunderbolt) $2,100.00 at Amazon Marketplace. Like these older models, the Mid-2012 MacBook Pro 15-inch features a backlit chiclet keyboard and glass surfaced trackpad. While the keyboard is comfortable to type on, we've felt better, including the keyboard on the Dell XPS 15 (Summer 2012) $1,938.98 at Dell, which adds a slight curvature to the flat tile keycap design for a more comfortable feel. The glass-surfaced trackpad remains the best, offering extensive multitouch gesture controls and a clickpad that is the envy of other premium laptop manufacturers.
Apple MacBook Pro with Retina Display Review
Apple's coveted Retina display has finally found its way to a full-size notebook courtesy of the latest MacBook Pro. But anyone familiar with this new system knows that Apple didn't simply add a higher resolution display to the standard MacBook Pro frame. Instead, there's an entirely reworked chassis that's nearly as thin as the MacBook Air and weighs more than a pound less than the standard Pro. Customers can also configure a Retina system with up to 16GB of RAM and 768GB of flash storage, versus a maximum of 8GB of RAM and 512GB of solid state storage on a standard Pro. But hey, who are we kidding, the only reason that most people are going to dish over the extra cash for Apple's latest and greatest is the 2880 x 1800 resolution goodness of the Retina display. And I'll go ahead and let you in a little secret: it's a thing of beauty. Our 'Retina' MacBook Pro review unit is equipped with a third generation Intel Core i7 quad-core processor clocked at 2.3GHz (Ivy Bridge, Turbo Boost up to 3.3GHz), 8GB of DDR3L 1600MHz RAM, 256GB of flash storage, Intel HD 4000 Graphics, a discrete Nvidia GeForce GT 650M GPU with 1GB of GDDR5 memory and a built-in FaceTime HD camera.
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Say goodbye to the 17-inch MacBook Pro, and hello to the MacBook Pro with Retina Display. Will Apple's new notebook maintain the same standard of excellence set by the previous models? Will it live up to fans' expectations? Answers and more in this review... Apple apparently decided not to change a winning team and gave the new MacBook Pro with Retina Display an all-aluminium unibody. The finishings demonstrate all the expertise we have come to expect from the brand—there isn't a wobbly piece on the device, everything's impeccable. But the contours of the glossy black screen will require a certain amount of upkeep, unless you actually want finger smudges. The keyboard and touchpad haven't changed an iota; they're just as enjoyable to use as the previous models. The backlit chiclet keys provide for soft and quiet typing and the large, clickable touchpad offers smooth movements and all the current multi-touch functions available (zoom, rotate, multiple-finger scrolling...). One big difference between this model and the "regular" 15-inch 2012 MacBook Pro is the connectivity. It's better on this one. On the right you have an HDMI port, one USB 3.0 port and a card reader.
Apple MacBook Pro with Retina Display Review
The next-generation MacBook Pro with Retina Display - it's a mouthful of a name. Apple's latest notebook represents the culmination of a number of trends from one of the industry's most visible players - from unibody aluminum construction to soldered-in components; from solid-state storage to the much-vaunted Retina Display. Apple clearly has a vision for where they want to take portable computing, and while impressive, it has its drawbacks, too. Let's jump into things by taking a look at the MacBook Pro's most talked about feature: its stunningly high resolution display. Apple started the trend of ultra-high resolution screens with the iPhone 4, back in 2010. The iPhone 4's display doubled each dimension of pixels over its predecessor from 480x320 to 960x640. The iPad 3 did the same thing - the best-selling tablet jumped from 1024x768 to 2048x1536. Apple MacBook Pro 2012 with Retina DisplayA Retina-enabled MacBook Pro follows the same trajectory. Previously, the 15-inch MacBook Pro shipped with a standard resolution of 1440x900. This new MacBook Pro, then, uses 2880x1800, which equals a more than 5 Megapixel image.
Apple MacBook Pro with Retina display review
Apple's MacBook Pros have become the go-to laptop for professionals who demand high performance for creative tasks like photo and video editing. The covers have been lifted off the latest revision to the 15-inch model, which includes a supremely high-resolution 'retina' display, the latest Intel Ivy Bridge Core series processors, a slimmer and lighter design and dedicated graphics cards. Before you get too excited though, be aware that the base model that I've reviewed here starts at a not inconsiderable £1,800. If you want the top spec with all the gubbins, you're going to have to shell out over three grand. It's on sale now at the Apple store.When you slide the Pro out of the typically minimal box, the first thing you'll notice is its slim new design. It comes in at only 18mm thick, which shaves 6mm off the previous model's thickness, although its footprint is roughly the same. That 6mm might not seem like much, but it looks and feels like a major improvement. In fact, I was rather taken aback at such a big machine being so slim. You can see the new model (left) is sleeker than its predecessor (right). The Pro is now slimmer than the legions of ultrabooks on the market that are extremely thin yet offer a lot of power.
MacBook Pro with Retina display review
Though Apple quietly discontinued the 17-inch MacBook Pro this week, hardly a tear was shed. In fact, the company went out of its way to replace the ultra-premium tier with something even more covetous — namely, a 15-inch MacBook Pro with such a pixel-dense screen that the company put “Retina display” prominently in its name. Apple went even further, shrinking the body down to “as thin as Air” dimensions thanks to some clever industrial design and a few sacrifices along the way. And that's without skimping on processing power — all of Apple's 2012 models use Intel's new Ivy Bridge chipset, and the 15-inch Pro models use Nvidia Kepler GPUs. The base model starts at 2.3GHz quad-core Intel Core i7 with a GeForce GT 650M, 8GB RAM, and anywhere from 256GB to 768GB of flash storage. It's the new gold standard for Apple's portable lineup, the new aspirational peak. But even starting a few hundred dollars less than the one-time behemoth 17-inch's base price ($2,199 vs. $2,499), is it yet worth your attention? As we are wont to say, read on to find out. Video Review Hardware / design Screen notwithstanding, the most impressive feat is how small and light the MacBook Pro with Retina is.
Apple MacBook Pro 15-inch (Retina Display)
The Apple MacBook Pro 15-inch (Retina Display) is the laptop you want if you care about performance, thinness, and the screen. It's not the vaunted "15-inch MacBook Air" that was rumored prior to 2012's WWDC - it's better, thanks to an up-to-date components, super-thin chassis, and impressive battery life. This "next-generation" MacBook Pro hasn't just caught up to the thin and powerful Windows laptops and ultrabooks on the market; it has surpassed them to become the high-end choice for media professionals, enthusiasts, and general Mac fans alike. As such, the MacBook Pro is our new Editors' Choice for high-end desktop replacement laptop PCs. The MacBook Pro 15-inch (Retina Display) carries the same Jony Ive–design DNA as previous systems - it's all aluminum unibody chassis, glass, and black plastic for the keyboard. In fact, it still looks like a MacBook Pro, which is good news, because the cachet of the Apple ID is part of the reason people go nuts for the company's products. It even feels similar to previous models in your hand, though it's noticeably thinner and lighter (4.46 pounds versus 5.6 pounds); if you've held a 13-inch MacBook Air, you're not too far off.
MacBook Pro with Retina Display review (mid-2012)
Faced with one of the most news-packed WWDC keynotes so far, it takes a very special product to stand out but the MacBook Pro with Retina Display managed it. Apple's collective interpretation of what a “next generation” pro-level notebook should be, the new model introduces the first design change in several iterations and marks the debut of Retina screen technology on a Mac. There's no questioning the specifications, but with prices starting from $2,199 - a $400 premium over the regular MacBook Pro, which stays on sale alongside - is the MacBook Pro with Retina Display too rich for the market? Read on for the full SlashGear review. A little evolution, a little revolution. Apple has a track record of making significant design decisions, particularly when it comes to dropping “old” technology from its products or adopting new, and the reworked MacBook Pro with Retina Display is no different. At first glance, then, it's familiar from the persistent design of the previous model (which stays on sale, of course, with updated Ivy Bridge processors and NVIDIA graphics). None of the Air's wedge-like taper, with new Pro instead resembling a flattened version of before.
Apple MacBook Pro 15-inch (Late 2011)
In the competitive desktop replacement laptop category, there's no question that laptop manufacturers have been gunning for Apple's top spot, emulating every aspect of the MacBook Pro, from its comfortable keyboard and clickpad to its thin, under-an-inch profile. The Apple MacBook Pro (late 2011) ($1,799 direct) keeps the iconic look of previous iterations, with the same unibody design and backlit chiclet keyboard as seen on the Apple MacBook Pro 15-inch (Thunderbolt) ($2,199 direct, 4 stars). It ratchets up the components, with all new graphics and processing hardware, and Apple's-award winning OSX Lion operating system. There may be one or two areas where competing desktop replacement laptops do better, but the total package is put together so well - design, software, and components are so well integrated - that it earns our Editors' Choice for desktop replacement laptops. The MacBook Pro 15-inch's distinctive unibody chassis, milled from a single piece of aluminum, weighs 5.5 pounds and measures just 0.95 inch at its thickest point. It's the same weight as the Dell XPS 15z (Microsoft) ($999 direct, 4 stars), but just a hair thinner.
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Following the 13.3 inch model, we're now running the 15.4 inch MacBook Pro through our test procedure. It's bigger, heavier and more powerful and has a discreet graphics card, something that's missing from the smaller model. However, they have something in common: battery life is announced as being the same on both models. Of course we tested this in practice... No surprises here, the 2011 generation MacBook Pro 15 inch model is based on the same design as previous generations. The finish is excellent, mainly in aluminium. The design is very similar to that on the 13.3 inch. The keyboard with separated keys is the same as the one used for the 13.3 inch. Apple hasn't used the additional space for a number pad but has put the speakers there instead. As things stand, the keyboard nevertheless offers supple and extremely quiet keying. Their positioning makes for instinctive typing that's still a pleasure for word processing. Nor is the touchpad any bigger here than on the 13.3 inch model. Is this a problem? Not really, as it is still bigger than on many laptops. Multi-touch (zoom, rotation, scrolling with several fingers and so on), wide and clickable, it has a very fluid, comfortable and precise glide.
Apple MacBook Pro 2011 (15-inch) review
Although there are no immediately obvious external changes to the notebook's form factor, the February 2011 refresh of Apple's MacBook Pro range is more than just a minor update. Other than a new Thunderbolt port, the overall build and design of the new MacBook Pros – including the 15-inch, quad core, 2.2GHz Core i7 model reviewed here – remains the same. But under the hood, the line-up takes a significant leap forwards in performance and power. The entire range of MacBook Pros has now moved over to the second-generation Core series processors, known by the code name Sandy Bridge and based on Intel's 32nm production process. Even the new MacBook Pro 13-inch model now uses Core processors. While the 15-inch and 17-inch versions moved to the first-generation Core processors with the mid-2010 refresh, the 13-inch model was unable to do the same because a legal dispute stopped Nvidia graphics chipsets being integrated into Core CPUs, whose own integrated graphics lacked power. Not so now. The second-generation, Sandy Bridge Core-series processors have Intel HD 3000 Graphics, which is on a par with Nvidia's integrated chipset.
MacBook Pro 15-inch Review (early 2011)
Apple's MacBook Pro refresh last week didn't get a press event with huge fanfare, but it's arguably the most important update to the notebook range in some time. Bringing in Intel's 2011 Core processor range across the board, and spicing up the larger models with AMD discrete graphics, the new versions may look the same but they promise a huge leap in performance. The high-end 15-inch MacBook Pro arrived on the SlashGear test bench last Thursday and we've been putting it through its paces ever since. Could this really be the best notebook around? Check out the full review after the cut. At first glance, there's little to differentiate this new MacBook Pro from the model it replaces. Apple has kept the unibody aluminum chassis, backlit keyboard and broad, glass multitouch trackpad, and the glossy display is the same 1440 x 900 resolution and 15.4-inch size. At first glance, even the ports look the same, thanks to Thunderbolt - more on which later - sharing the same form-factor as Mini DisplayPort.
Apple MacBook Pro 15-inch (Thunderbolt)
As fate would have it, an Intel chipset glitch delayed shipments of almost every laptop manufacturer, save one. Apple, which has typically been last in transitioning to new technology, is now among the first to launch laptops with Sandy Bridge (known officially as second-generation Core CPUs) - and arriving first has its privileges. The Apple MacBook Pro 15-inch (Thunderbolt) ($2,199 direct) is the fastest laptop on our bench, thanks to a component overhaul that involves the first ever quad-core processor on a Mac laptop and a rekindled romance with AMD graphics. And then there's Thunderbolt, a new connection technology that has mounds of potential, but I'll contain my excitement until compatible peripherals ship. This, and a new Facetime HD Webcam, places the MacBook Pro 15-inch (Thunderbolt) at the peak of technology's Mount Olympus and earns it an Editor's Choice in the desktop replacement laptop category. Design-wise, don't expect a thinner or lighter laptop. The only change to the design is the addition of a Thunderbolt icon next to mini-Displayport. The MacBook Pro 15-inch (Thunderbolt) keeps its wondrous shape and form, since all of the changes are from within.
Apple MacBook Pro 15-inch (2011)
Last year when Apple updated its 15-inch MacBook Pro, it packed a Core i7 CPU and switchable graphics into the company's iconic unibody aluminum chassis. Apple is upping the ante again, this time with Intel's second-gen Core processor, AMD graphics, a high-definition webcam, and Thunderbolt, a new high-speed connection that can transfer an entire HD movie in less than 30 seconds. Plus, this powerhouse still delivers excellent battery life. Apple kept the price the same as before (starting at $1,799; $2,199 as configured), but is 15-inch MacBook Pro still worth the premium?The 15-inch MacBook Pro sports the same carved-from-a-single-chunk-of-metal unibody design as before, with a sturdy aluminum chassis and rounded edges. The overall look is classy and modern, though it makes upgrading individual components (such as the RAM and hard drive) more difficult, as the entire bottom must be unscrewed.The 15-inch MacBook Pro has the same dimensions (14.4 x 9.8 x 1 inches) and weight (5.6 pounds) as the previous version. While we definitely felt the extra heft while carrying the machine home, it did fit in our messenger bag, which is more than we can say about most 15-inch notebooks.
Apple MacBook Pro 15-inch Review
With the latest iteration of its 15-inch and 17-inch MacBook Pro laptops, Apple finally jumped onto the Intel Core i3 and Core i5 bandwagon—bringing its flagship line of laptops up to the same performance level as the Windows-based competition (the 13-inch MacBook Pro laptops still use Intel Core 2 Duo processors). With a starting price of $1,799 for the 15-inch model, and $2,299 for the 17-inch version, MacBook Pros are far from your garden-variety bargain-basement laptops. But Macs have always come with a premium price tag—at least when compared against comparably configured Windows systems—and many will argue that their elegant designs and the intuitive user interface are well worth it. Many will choose a MacBook Pro over a Windows laptop, simply because it is a Mac. And this goes far beyond just members of "the cult of Mac" or those influenced by the iPhone's "halo effect." There are plenty of "switchers" too--former Windows users who, for a variety of reasons, have chosen to eschew the OS from Redmond, and gone down the path of the Cupertino OS. For some it is akin to taking the red pill or the blue pill.
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The MacBook Pro 15-inch is one of the computers with most visibility at the moment. After some significant changes last year, it has changed again for its 2010 version. The Intel Core i processors have made their appearance and are accompanied by an NVIDIA GeForce GT 330M graphics card. Enough to ensure continued high performance without especially modifying the rest. Physically identical to the previous version, the new MacBook Pro 15-inch 2010 retains excellent quality manufacturing as well as a very nice finish. Its simple, honed down style appeals straight off. The "unibody" aluminium shell offers solidity and is great to the touch. The screen is covered with a glass plate that also covers the sides of the screen. A very nice aesthetic but one that does cause refelections (see inset). Those who don't like glossy screens can go for the "antiglare" (matte) option at an extra £40 (£120 altogether as you also have to go for the hi-res). There is still a magnetic closure system and this keeps the machine nicely shut. The is perfectly centred in the shell, which means no number pad. This aesthetic and design choice won't be problematic unless you're a real number cruncher.
MacBook Pro 15-inch Core i7 Review
It’s taken Apple nine long months to update their MacBook Pro range, and most people would agree that the Intel Core i5 and Core i7 refresh has arrived not a moment too soon. Intel’s latest processors bring with them a new, intelligent graphics system and a slightly higher price of entry – $1,799 rather than $1,699 – along with the promise of greater battery life and better performance. Hyperbole or must-have? Check out the full SlashGear review to find out. Outwardly, there’s nothing to differentiate this mid-2010 MacBook Pro from the Core 2 Duo model it replaces. To be fair to Apple that’s no great hardship; the MacBook Pro range remains one of the more striking designs on the market, even with its unibody structure a few years old now, and built quality remains high. As before, ports line the left-hand side of the notebook, and you still get an SD card slot, audio in/out, Mini DisplayPort, two closely situated USB 2.0, FireWire 800, gigabit Ethernet and a MagSafe power connector. On the right-hand side is the slot-loading DVD burner, and Apple still refuse to fit a Blu-ray drive. One of the more tempting options on Apple’s updated spec sheet is a higher resolution display for the 15-inch MacBook Pro; the standard model comes with a 1440 x 900 glossy panel, but for $100 more you can have a glossy 1680 x 1050 screen while $150 gets you the same resolution but an antiglare finish.
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Updates to Apple's MacBook line of laptops are always closely watched, and they generally fall into two categories: there are major evolutions, such as the switch to aluminum unibody construction in 2008, and then there are minor spec upgrades, typically small bumps to processor speed and hard-drive size. The newest version of the MacBook Pro line surprisingly falls outside of those two extremes. The iconic unibody aluminum construction remains, as does its large glass multitouch trackpad (in fact, from the outside, the new MacBook Pro looks identical to its predecessor). But the revamped internal components are much more than a simple spec upgrade. The 15- and 17-inch Pro models have moved to Intel's newer line of Core-i CPUs, from the older Core 2 Duo models (the 13-inch Pro, unfortunately, still uses a Core 2 Duo CPU). Both mainstream Core i5 and high-end Core i7 versions are available. This requires a new chipset architecture (courtesy of Intel) and a switch from the integrated Nvidia GeForce 9400 to Intel's built-in integrated graphics for the systems' default GPU. Our review sample is the highest-end 15-inch base configuration, with a 2.66GHz Core i7 CPU, 4GB of RAM, a 500GB hard drive, and Nvidia GeForce GT330M discrete graphics.
Apple MacBook Pro 15-inch
For those Mac fans who have been waiting for the updated MacBook Pro line, the wait is over. Given that the company just launched what probably is the hottest product of the year in the iPad, followed by a slew of compelling iPhone OS updates a couple of days later, a delayed Intel refresh on the laptops was completely understandable. And that's exactly what you'll get with the new Apple MacBook Pro 15-inch (Core i5) ($1,799 direct). The new system has the same magnificent-looking aluminum chassis as the previous model, but what's inside has changed. And it includes a fast Intel Core i5 processor and the addition of a seamless graphics switching technology that Apple developed on its own. It's the must-have Apple laptop for performance-hungry Mac users. If you placed the MacBook Pro 15-inch (Core i5) alongside the previous-generation MacBook Pro 15-inch (SD Slot) ($1,699 direct, ), it would be impossible to detect any design differences. It still has the signature "Unibody" enclosure, a frame that is made entirely out of aluminum metals. The HP Envy 15 ($1,800 direct, ) and Dell Adamo XPS ($2,000 street, ) are also clad in metals, whereas laptops like the Asus UL50VF-A1 ($850 street, ) and Sony VAIO VPC-Z116GXS ($1,800 direct, ) only use them on the lid and palm rest areas and aren't nearly as attractive.
Apple MacBook Pro 15-inch
Nearly a year has passed since Apple released its updated 15-inch MacBook Pro, featuring a unibody aluminum construction, SD card slot, and a longer-lasting lithium-ion battery. Now, the Cupertino-based company has incorporated a few important upgrades under the hood to supercharge this elegantly designed machine (starting at $1,799, $2,199 as configured). These enhancements include the long-awaited Intel Core i7 processor, capable of overclocking on the fly, and automatic graphics switching technology that makes moving from integrated to discrete graphics mode all but invisible to the user. Best of all, even with the jump from Core 2 Duo to Core i7 Apple has managed to deliver all-day battery life. All told, these are welcome improvements, but are they enough to justify the premium? Yup.The 15-inch MacBook Pro sports the same carved-from-a-single-chunk-of-metal unibody design as its brethren, with a sturdy aluminum chassis and rounded edges. The overall look is classy and modern, though it makes upgrading individual components (like the RAM and hard drive) more difficult, as the entire bottom must be unscrewed.
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Apple MacBook Pro 15 : (8.6/10)
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