rMBP is a GREAT computer...

I have a MBPr 2.6/16/512 and it smashes! It's AWESOME

The only problem I had was a dim backlight on my first one. Other than that, nothing wrong with it, current one is great.

I just ordered one too and the IR problem can be scary on the internet. However, people tend to be louder on the internet and I believe there are a lot of non faulty rMBP.

Best of luck to both of us though

I have one of the first ones - delivered a week after announcement. It performs very well.

Not to get all serious but if you are looking for verification from others for your purchase then you probably should not have made the purchase in the first place.

You're not going to run over to MacRumors and shout through the forums that you got a Perfect MacBook Pro with Retina Display... So don't sweat it. If there is a Problem Apple will fix it. If it was as widespread as you might be lead to believe here Apple would have done a recall.

Aldaris said:

You're not going to run over to MacRumors and shout through the forums that you got a Perfect MacBook Pro with Retina Display... So don't sweat it. If there is a Problem Apple will fix it. If it was as widespread as you might be lead to believe here Apple would have done a recall.

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Well said.

I love mine - best laptop I've ever had!

Unfortunately i am experiencing some graphics tearing issues in Safari when using the integrated GPU – which seems to be pretty widespread.

bjarkebech said:

I love mine - best laptop I've ever had!

Unfortunately i am experiencing some graphics tearing issues in Safari when using the integrated GPU – which seems to be pretty widespread.

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Yes, I have that sometimes, its a common bug on safari, maybe apple is fixing it

personally i dont think 10.8.2 made any noticeable difference in performance on the rmbp. i use mine daily for work (design and dev) and for regular other stuff.

spec-wise its a great machine. its a shame the retina modes make the UI seem a bit sluggish. my 2008 macbook can scroll websites and switch spaces etc super smoothly. my rmbp sometimes does it smoothly and sometimes doesn't. its the inconsistent performance thats a downer for the rmbp.

At last...

Was going to say the same thing. I know this is predominantly a place where people share problems and challenges but having defected from windows after 20 years I am delighted with my RMBP. I have had a couple of challenges such as screen mash when browsing but very rarely and much better of late. I push my laptop really hard, use Logic 9, VMWare fusion, edit videos and well frankly its stood up to every task. Never let me down once which is amazing.

Am literally delighted with my purchase though my missus keeps saying 'you bought it, you didn't invent it. Shut up!'

I've had mine for over a week now and it has not had any of the issues that have been reported here. No IR, No dead pixels, minimal backlight bleed, and no lag or other performance issues. The screen is beautiful, plays games very well, SSD is great, and USB 3.0 has been a huge difference for my external drives. I loved my iMac, but this is even better, especially since I can easily take it with me.

SpitUK said:

Its a light hearted thread, chill.I am looking forward to it arriving and I feel as though its actually the right time to get one now that 10.8.2, EFI, updated programmes and Office 2011 are available.

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I understand, I figured maybe if I prefaced it that it would not sound negative but evidently not. My reply was not meant to be rude, it's genuine insight - only you can validate your own purchases.

Just picked mine up from the Apple Store an hour ago (had it delivered there to save a few bucks). 2.6/16/512.

So far the machine runs like a champ. LOVE the display even though it is a bit dim (Samsung).

My only complaint is a tiny dent on the bottom panel - going to run back to the Apple Store in 20 minutes to see if they'll replace the metal panel. Definitely came out of the box with it, barely noticeable except for the light distortion but I don't want it to affect my warranty down the road.

They replaced it no charge. Crazy that the panel would have cost me over $100 if I damaged it myself.

Took me 6 tries to get a cosmetically perfect machine with an excellent Samsung display and no creaking. I gave up after #5 but there was simply no alternative to the design and power of the rMBP.