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Do you like the new MacBook?
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If smooth web operation is your priority, you shouldn't be running Chrome which is a cpu and power hog. Run Safari and things will be fine.
I'd buy it instantly, when it receives a 14 inch brother.
I really don't understand why the screens are becoming smaller and smaller with Apple, while the phones get bigger and bigger.
A 12 inch screen (or 13 inch on the Pro) just isn't big enough for watching a netflix video with two persons, or doing reading stuff the whole day, or just browsing the web in full glory.
And since the macbook pro 15" is full of specs I really don't need (even without any upgrade lately) which makes it expensive,
now offers no notebook for me.
So, i'll just keep my Late 2008 15" model running till the moment comes a 14/15 inch model is affordable ($1500 or so).
And yes, I use a 13" too every day, but connected to a big 27" screen on the job.
Conclusion:
* Create a Macbook Retina (non-pro) 14", i5, 8GB, 256GB SSD but do have the ability to connect to 4K screen (core usage: play video, do internet!), price it $1500, and Apple opens up a whole new market they never had.
I really don't understand why the screens are becoming smaller and smaller with Apple, while the phones get bigger and bigger.
A 12 inch screen (or 13 inch on the Pro) just isn't big enough for watching a netflix video with two persons, or doing reading stuff the whole day, or just browsing the web in full glory.
And since the macbook pro 15" is full of specs I really don't need (even without any upgrade lately) which makes it expensive,
now offers no notebook for me.So, i'll just keep my Late 2008 15" model running till the moment comes a 14/15 inch model is affordable ($1500 or so).
And yes, I use a 13" too every day, but connected to a big 27" screen on the job.
Conclusion:
* Create a Macbook Retina (non-pro) 14", i5, 8GB, 256GB SSD but do have the ability to connect to 4K screen (core usage: play video, do internet!), price it $1500, and Apple opens up a whole new market they never had.
I like it
but I will have to take a look at it, type on it.
See how "slow" it actually is.
I'm currently using a souped-up 2012 Mini i7 with 16G RAM and Crucial SSD, so I expect this thing to be a bit slower in the CPU department but faster in the SSD-department. And of course the Intel GPU is faster, too.
I want it strictly for mobile use.
I could see myself getting a 11" MBA for that purpose (with i7 and 8GB RAM).
But at that point, it's already about as pricey as the new MB - and that has arguably the better screen.
I just "fear" I might hate my current 1920x1200 display of eight years and only ever use the MB even when at home. Then, I'd "have" to by a 4k display....
I can already see my self at the store, second-guessing myself for hours if I should get the one or the other and each time when I'm close to buying, getting back at the 12" and 11" again.
;-)
Store-employees are going to love the new lineup, I'm sure.
but I will have to take a look at it, type on it.
See how "slow" it actually is.
I'm currently using a souped-up 2012 Mini i7 with 16G RAM and Crucial SSD, so I expect this thing to be a bit slower in the CPU department but faster in the SSD-department. And of course the Intel GPU is faster, too.
I want it strictly for mobile use.
I could see myself getting a 11" MBA for that purpose (with i7 and 8GB RAM).
But at that point, it's already about as pricey as the new MB - and that has arguably the better screen.
I just "fear" I might hate my current 1920x1200 display of eight years and only ever use the MB even when at home. Then, I'd "have" to by a 4k display....
I can already see my self at the store, second-guessing myself for hours if I should get the one or the other and each time when I'm close to buying, getting back at the 12" and 11" again.
;-)
Store-employees are going to love the new lineup, I'm sure.
I like the specs but hate that due to Apple making is thinner and thinner we loose usability with the lack of ports. Let the Air be thin not the MacBook. Apple just can't help themselves.
I think it would be terrific for travel. I went from a 2008 15" MBP to a 2011 13" MBA to a 2013 11" MBA. Thinner and lighter is great when you're travelling, the 11" MBA is already very nice for that.
Before I retired, I could have justified buying the rMB as a second computer to use on the road. But since I only do occasional consulting jobs now, that doesn't make sense. My 11" MBA has the i7 processor, 8GB RAM and 512gb SSD. I run Logic Pro, Final Cut Pro and other powerful software. I connect it to a big monitor, USB audio interface, USB control surface, USB keyboard, USB mouse, Thunderbolt and USB disks, USB ethernet adapter.
The 11" MBA handles all of this very well. I just don't see how the rMB could do all these things.
Before I retired, I could have justified buying the rMB as a second computer to use on the road. But since I only do occasional consulting jobs now, that doesn't make sense. My 11" MBA has the i7 processor, 8GB RAM and 512gb SSD. I run Logic Pro, Final Cut Pro and other powerful software. I connect it to a big monitor, USB audio interface, USB control surface, USB keyboard, USB mouse, Thunderbolt and USB disks, USB ethernet adapter.
The 11" MBA handles all of this very well. I just don't see how the rMB could do all these things.
I watched the event waiting for the rMBP updates, as I was looking to buy the mid-range 13". I was disappointed that it still had just 256GB, and to buy the top end model with 512GB and a beefed up processor comes in at £1399. But today I have revisited the new MacBook, which I discounted when watching the event because I was focused on the rMBP. For £1299 I can have my 512GB, a force touch trackpad, and something that is going to look up to date for many years.
I think the single port will work, because with the USB-C Digital AV Multiport Adapter I can have all that I need at home, and with the 512GB, all that I need on the road.
Just need to try the keyboard as I type a lot. Anyone think the processor and graphics will cause issues with MS Office apps (including graphics and animations in PowerPoint) and Photos editing? This is pretty much what I need it for.
I think the single port will work, because with the USB-C Digital AV Multiport Adapter I can have all that I need at home, and with the 512GB, all that I need on the road.
Just need to try the keyboard as I type a lot. Anyone think the processor and graphics will cause issues with MS Office apps (including graphics and animations in PowerPoint) and Photos editing? This is pretty much what I need it for.
I expect VMware to have issues.
Either because the CPU lacks the required virtualization-extensions or because it is plain too slow.
Everything else should be OK.
I think I read that it performs along the lines of the 2012 MBA.
After all, I/O should be super zippy.
Right now, they cannot be bought anyway.
Don't forget that in 2 years you will not need usb flash storage because the icloud storage with iOS9 will be sync flawless between any ios and osx with a dedicated apple app for ios.
And the next apple display will be wireless
So why you need extra port?
If you are a guy that like to be wired than go with the clasic still selling 13" MBP
The real hope is that HD5300 with that PPI its ok , lets not forget the 2012 rMBP lag
And the next apple display will be wireless
So why you need extra port?
If you are a guy that like to be wired than go with the clasic still selling 13" MBP
The real hope is that HD5300 with that PPI its ok , lets not forget the 2012 rMBP lag
it looks interesting, but for my money I will wait. I have a 2014 11" Air and it suits me just fine, remember when the Air came out $1799.00 do believe was the price. I paid 850.00 for a new Air that is ten times the computer and is now at a level of performance and a price point that makes sense.
It has enough battery life, memory and storage for me so a 1300.00 computer with a slightly better screen and more memory and storage doesn't mean anything to me and probably a lot of others, BUT it is a cool product, whether it is too close to the 11" and 13" only the market will tell.
It has enough battery life, memory and storage for me so a 1300.00 computer with a slightly better screen and more memory and storage doesn't mean anything to me and probably a lot of others, BUT it is a cool product, whether it is too close to the 11" and 13" only the market will tell.
I am middle of the road right now. It could be a nice mobile machine for me, because I write, take a class and surf, watch movies and use a little pixelmator here and there.
The fact that it is an appliance computer and $79 adapter are negatives for me. I am also not sure I could roll with a screen that small, retina or no.
That said, It looks beautiful. I'll definitely test one at the Apple store in the coming months. If I am comfortable using it (eyes and wrist-wise), I might consider.
When it comes to Apple computers, I'm more than a bit overwhelmed these past few years. So I am like a crow with Apple computers: ooh new shiny thing and then reality sinks in.
The fact that it is an appliance computer and $79 adapter are negatives for me. I am also not sure I could roll with a screen that small, retina or no.
That said, It looks beautiful. I'll definitely test one at the Apple store in the coming months. If I am comfortable using it (eyes and wrist-wise), I might consider.
When it comes to Apple computers, I'm more than a bit overwhelmed these past few years. So I am like a crow with Apple computers: ooh new shiny thing and then reality sinks in.
I really like it. So much to like.
It's not for me though. Just too in love with my 2011 Air to accept some of these 'advancements'.
It's not for me though. Just too in love with my 2011 Air to accept some of these 'advancements'.
