MacBook Pro Speed Bump

MacRumors · May 16, 2006, 09:27 AM

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In addition to the MacBook introduction today, Apple has quietly bumped the specs of its MacBook Pro line, leaving pricepoints unchanged.

The lineup currently stands as:
15.4" 2.0Ghz Core Duo, $1,999
15.4" 2.16Ghz Core Duo, $2,499
17" 2.16Ghz Core Duo, $2,799

Customers are also now able to custom-build their MacBook Pro with a glossy screen at no additional charge.

shabbasuraj · May 16, 2006, 09:29 AM

End-Users/Apple are finally realizing the advantages of Intel...

MacRumorUser · May 16, 2006, 09:31 AM

As I said they would.

badlydrawnboy · May 16, 2006, 09:32 AM

haven't heard of this

~Shard~ · May 16, 2006, 09:32 AM

It's nice to see that Apple is stepping up the pace with respect to its updates now that they are an Intel shop. Hopefully we will continue to see frequent speed bumps, etc. like this. To compete with the likes of Dell, etc., Apple pretty much has to - updates every 6 months simply doesn't cut it anymore.

finchna · May 16, 2006, 09:32 AM

but still no FW800 or DL DVD burner support on the 15"

berkleeboy210 · May 16, 2006, 09:33 AM

My MBP is obselete already

I'm really intrigued by those Black MacBooks this thing might go on eBay soon once i read some reviews!

surroundfan · May 16, 2006, 09:33 AM

As was pointed out in this thread (beat you Macrumors

), there have also been price cuts on the 17" model in some jurisdictions. For example, in Oz, the price has dropped from $4599 to $4399...

aristobrat · May 16, 2006, 09:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by finchna

but still no FW800 or DL DVD burner support on the 15"

Is there a drive that does this that fits in the 15" case yet? I thought the only reason the 17" got this was because the trackpad didn't sit over the drive (so there was more room for a bigger drive)?

pincho · May 16, 2006, 09:34 AM

bought the 1.83ghz version 3 weeks ago, now im wanting 2.0ghz and the shiny screen

Aaon · 09:45 AM

Well, as a 1.83 owner, I admit to some disappointment, but hey, life's tough in the aluminum siding business.

I'm happy to see that updates in the intel era won't be limited to 6 month or longer major releases, but will in fact be updated to keep up with the bleeding edge of technology. Good job Apple!

I am also pretty intrigued by the glossy screen that Apple is offering. I love the colors on that style of screen in general, but always feel like they suffer from quite a lot of glare. I'm nto sure which I would have picked had there been a choice when I bought!

Quote:

Originally Posted by pincho

bought the 1.83ghz version 3 weeks ago, now im wanting 2.0ghz and the shiny screen

I'm feelin' for you, I'm in the same boat exactly!

pincho · May 16, 2006, 09:39 AM

do u think some of my defects that i have not sent in for repair yet can be traded for a new glossy one

guzhogi · May 16, 2006, 09:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by pincho

bought the 1.83ghz version 3 weeks ago, now im wanting 2.0ghz and the shiny screen

You might be able to use Apple's trade-in program or up-to-date or whatever it's called to get the new 2 GHz one

61132 · May 16, 2006, 09:40 AM

so glossy or not glossy? Im getting my mbp replaced,lol. Maybe they added that cool right click thing also?

amac4me · May 16, 2006, 09:42 AM

I have to commend Apple for another round bumps with no charge. I do however feel for those who have already purchased MacBook Pros.

Mitch1984 · May 16, 2006, 09:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by badlydrawnboy

haven't heard of this

Check this out.
http://www.pcworld.com/howto/article...,118951,00.asp

pincho · May 16, 2006, 09:44 AM

guzhogi, whats this trade in u talk about?

ibble9012, how? :P are u in the two week period, or just out of it and complaining a lot :P

bbrosemer · May 16, 2006, 09:45 AM

Is it just me that noticed that the 2.0ghz MacBook has nearly the same specs speed wize as the 2.16 MBP. Granted it is nice that the consumer laptop is that nicley priced but is is absurd that the MBP came out costing as much as it did. What are the benefits of the MBP at this point other than the screen and the hard drive. The 15'' MBP is pretty much obselete right now and I could not see anyone paying the money for that computer.

thefunkymunky · May 16, 2006, 09:45 AM

UK prices have gone up by £100 on each model.

Aaon · May 16, 2006, 09:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by guzhogi

You might be able to use Apple's trade-in program or up-to-date or whatever it's called to get the new 2 GHz one

I can't say I've ever heard of this.... What is it?

longofest · May 16, 2006, 09:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bbrosemer

Is it just me that noticed that the 2.0ghz MacBook has nearly the same specs speed wize as the 2.16 MBP. Granted it is nice that the consumer laptop is that nicley priced but is is absurd that the MBP came out costing as much as it did. What are the benefits of the MBP at this point other than the screen and the hard drive. The 15'' MBP is pretty much obselete right now and I could not see anyone paying the money for that computer.

two words: dedicated video

61132 · May 16, 2006, 09:48 AM

Ok, My replacement MBP order was changed, but what actually got changed? lol, maybe a model without whine, with right click? what does "no Optional SW" mean in the top order?

http://i65.photobucket.com/albums/h2...2/untitled.jpg

iGav · May 16, 2006, 09:48 AM

glossy screen = designers nightmare...

pincho · May 16, 2006, 09:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by longofest

two words: dedicated video

dedicated video + bigger screen + backlit keyboard (although minor, it come out handy, using it right now)

bbrosemer · May 16, 2006, 09:50 AM

Ok I now see a huge difference that graphics card on the MacBook is an Intel... Ehhhh... More $ to get the Nvidia.

May 16, 2006, 09:27 AM	#1
MacRumors macrumors bot Join Date: Apr 2001	MacBook Pro Speed Bump http://www.macrumors.com/images/macrumorsthreadlogo.gif In addition to the MacBook introduction today, Apple has quietly bumped the specs of its MacBook Pro line, leaving pricepoints unchanged. The lineup currently stands as: 15.4" 2.0Ghz Core Duo, $1,999 15.4" 2.16Ghz Core Duo, $2,499 17" 2.16Ghz Core Duo, $2,799 Customers are also now able to custom-build their MacBook Pro with a glossy screen at no additional charge.

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May 16, 2006, 09:32 AM	#4
badlydrawnboy macrumors regular Join Date: Oct 2003	what is a glossy screen? haven't heard of this

May 16, 2006, 09:32 AM	#5
~Shard~ macrumors Demi-God Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: 1123.6536.5321	It's nice to see that Apple is stepping up the pace with respect to its updates now that they are an Intel shop. Hopefully we will continue to see frequent speed bumps, etc. like this. To compete with the likes of Dell, etc., Apple pretty much has to - updates every 6 months simply doesn't cut it anymore. __________________ My riches consist not in the extent of my possessions, but in the fewness of my wants. - J. Brotherton

May 16, 2006, 09:33 AM	#7
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May 16, 2006, 09:29 AM	#2
shabbasuraj macrumors member Join Date: Mar 2004	End-Users/Apple are finally realizing the advantages of Intel...

May 16, 2006, 09:32 AM	#6
finchna macrumors regular Join Date: May 2002	but still no FW800 or DL DVD burner support on the 15"

May 16, 2006, 09:33 AM	#8
surroundfan macrumors regular Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Melbourne, Australia	As was pointed out in this thread (beat you Macrumors ), there have also been price cuts on the 17" model in some jurisdictions. For example, in Oz, the price has dropped from $4599 to $4399... __________________ MacBook Pro: CD 2.0GHz 2GB RAM 320GB 7200RPM HDD Mac minis: CD 1.66GHz 2GB RAM 80GB HDD, C2D 2.0GHz 2GB RAM 320GB HDD iPod: 3G 20GB iPhone: 2G 8GB

May 16, 2006, 09:34 AM	#10
pincho macrumors regular Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Sydney, Australia	bought the 1.83ghz version 3 weeks ago, now im wanting 2.0ghz and the shiny screen

May 16, 2006, 09:39 AM	#12
pincho macrumors regular Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Sydney, Australia	do u think some of my defects that i have not sent in for repair yet can be traded for a new glossy one

May 16, 2006, 09:40 AM	#14
61132 Guest Join Date: Oct 2005	so glossy or not glossy? Im getting my mbp replaced,lol. Maybe they added that cool right click thing also?

May 16, 2006, 09:42 AM	#15
amac4me macrumors 65816 Join Date: Apr 2005	Nice move Apple I have to commend Apple for another round bumps with no charge. I do however feel for those who have already purchased MacBook Pros. __________________ Switch To A Mac http://switchtoamac.com

May 16, 2006, 09:44 AM	#17
pincho macrumors regular Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Sydney, Australia	guzhogi, whats this trade in u talk about? ibble9012, how? :P are u in the two week period, or just out of it and complaining a lot :P

May 16, 2006, 09:45 AM	#18
bbrosemer macrumors 6502a Join Date: Jan 2006	2.0 ghz Macbook nearly as good Spec as MBP Is it just me that noticed that the 2.0ghz MacBook has nearly the same specs speed wize as the 2.16 MBP. Granted it is nice that the consumer laptop is that nicley priced but is is absurd that the MBP came out costing as much as it did. What are the benefits of the MBP at this point other than the screen and the hard drive. The 15'' MBP is pretty much obselete right now and I could not see anyone paying the money for that computer.

May 16, 2006, 09:45 AM	#19
thefunkymunky macrumors 65816 Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Cardiff, Wales, UK	UK prices have gone up by £100 on each model. __________________ PSN ID: kraized \| facebook

May 16, 2006, 09:48 AM	#22
61132 Guest Join Date: Oct 2005	Ok, My replacement MBP order was changed, but what actually got changed? lol, maybe a model without whine, with right click? what does "no Optional SW" mean in the top order? http://i65.photobucket.com/albums/h2...2/untitled.jpg

May 16, 2006, 09:48 AM	#23
iGav macrumors 601 Join Date: Mar 2002	glossy screen = designers nightmare... __________________ "Flick the Gestapo.... No, I said Flick, the Gestapo!"

May 16, 2006, 09:50 AM	#25
bbrosemer macrumors 6502a Join Date: Jan 2006	Graphics Card on MacBooks!!! Ok I now see a huge difference that graphics card on the MacBook is an Intel... Ehhhh... More $ to get the Nvidia.

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