no it wasn't. where do you come up with these crazy claims?
do you just like the attention?
http://www.apple.com/pr/library/200...MacBook-Air-The-Worlds-Thinnest-Notebook.html
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no it wasn't. where do you come up with these crazy claims?
do you just like the attention?
http://www.apple.com/pr/library/200...MacBook-Air-The-Worlds-Thinnest-Notebook.html
Except Ford didn't invent the automobile. Karl Benz did in 1886. 22 years before the 1st Model T. It is doubtful that this quote is actually true, "if he had" ? Implies a lot of assumptions on the opinions of his (future?) customers.
Besides, the rMB is nothing radically different than similar ultrabooks, it just looks pretty.
The MBA looks like **** compared to this. Bezels looks like they're from a 2001 laptop.
Because its cool looking... Not a deal breaker, but still.... wouldn't u also want a gold iphone for the same reason ?
My iPad Air has no additional ports other than the power plug and the headphone jack. I use it for work every day. I have never seen it as a compromise. And BTW I happen to have an i7 Quad Core iMac on my desk with multiple ports in which I do my heavy work on. Both products satisfy my work needs. It's only a compromise if one buys a product knowing it's limited in design that will not allow them to do what they need to do with it without going through hoops looking for accessories and hubs. The consumer is making the compromise.
It is easily the best looking laptop on the market. If the software and hardware can come together it can be really great, and the future of the laptop as we know it. Apple just needs to do a better job at optimizing the hardware and the software. Anyone who has used Yosemite knows there is UI lag, no matter the device you are using. It just ranges from barely on the air, somewhat annoying on the rMBP, and a pain in the *** on the rMB.
a certain customisation. it seems your goal (and rogifan) is to show how expensive the mba was 7 years ago as some sort of defence for the new macbook.
The MacBook is priced right in line with the other Core M powered laptops with the same amount of RAM and memory AND its thinner, lighter and much more quality built then the competition. Why should they lower the price when they have the superior product? Not how it works. The price will come down in a few years. Just look at the history of the MBA pricing.
Well the problem there is many in that crowd still want the touch screen and form factor of an iPad.
Took getting used to, but I dig it.
First, let me begin by saying that this is not my standalone computer. Like the Apple Watch is for the iPhone, the Macbook is an accessory to my iMac and it works great.
During the first week I really wanted to return it. The processor on this thing is so freaking slow and it's extremely evident up front. When you first purchase a computer, you spend the first few days just loading software and processor speed is painfully evident. "What did I buy?" I thought to myself.
Once software was loaded, the computer quickly grew on me. I'm a fairly light user, I just use this machine for word processing and the web. The screen is better than any I've used and it works well for what I do. The battery life is pretty good (I can't tell if this is just a new computer thing), lasting from early in the morning until late afternoon. My one concern is how it'll last over the test of time.
I don't find it difficult to type on and I haven't noticed any port issues. I was planning on buying the USB adaptor Apple is selling for $20, but I haven't had a need. All of my important documents are put on to my personal and office DropBox accounts. My music is all on Spotify and I rarely save anything locally. I was a little nervous about transferring files using AirDrop since it is very hit-or-miss on my iMac. However, I can confidently say that I haven't had a problem using AirDrop between my iPhone and the new MacBook. It's so easy I wonder why I didn't use it before.
I'm typically not an 'early adaptor.' Even though I've been a Mac user since well before the iPhone, I didn't opt for the iPhone until the iPhone 4 when it made financial sense for me. Despite this, I took the plunge because I already have an iMac. I'm not sure it's ready to be anyone's only machine, but it's a great portable device.
First, let me begin by saying that this is not my standalone computer. Like the Apple Watch is for the iPhone, the Macbook is an accessory to my iMac and it works great.
During the first week I really wanted to return it. The processor on this thing is so freaking slow and it's extremely evident up front. When you first purchase a computer, you spend the first few days just loading software and processor speed is painfully evident. "What did I buy?" I thought to myself.
Once software was loaded, the computer quickly grew on me. I'm a fairly light user, I just use this machine for word processing and the web. The screen is better than any I've used and it works well for what I do. The battery life is pretty good (I can't tell if this is just a new computer thing), lasting from early in the morning until late afternoon. My one concern is how it'll last over the test of time.
I don't find it difficult to type on and I haven't noticed any port issues. I was planning on buying the USB adaptor Apple is selling for $20, but I haven't had a need. All of my important documents are put on to my personal and office DropBox accounts. My music is all on Spotify and I rarely save anything locally. I was a little nervous about transferring files using AirDrop since it is very hit-or-miss on my iMac. However, I can confidently say that I haven't had a problem using AirDrop between my iPhone and the new MacBook. It's so easy I wonder why I didn't use it before.
I'm typically not an 'early adaptor.' Even though I've been a Mac user since well before the iPhone, I didn't opt for the iPhone until the iPhone 4 when it made financial sense for me. Despite this, I took the plunge because I already have an iMac. I'm not sure it's ready to be anyone's only machine, but it's a great portable device.
I don't even want or care about the new Macbook. Please go back and read where my post originated.
Segments? More like fragments... especially lately.
It's like they keep avoiding the sweet spot at all costs.... $$$
Look what they did to the Mac Mini '14.
It seems Apple does some time get too obsessed with ID, or thinness and reduction. Sure good design reduces to a minimum, but the lack of ports and connectivity options are often a hindrance. And for what? Would a USB type A port just to charge an iPhone using Apple's extra power protocol really have been a detraction from the design? To me having to carry an extra adapter or a USB-C to Lightning cable, lessens the experience and useability.
It's a delicate balance, and one that over time has seen Apple relax certain boundaries, but there are so many more to relax. Can anyone say the launcher in iOS is not dated, with too many taps to get around? And frankly, if I could get another half day of battery life out of my iPhone at the expense of a millimeter of thickness, that would sound like a good compromise.
It's a delicate balance, and one that over time has seen Apple relax certain boundaries, but there are so many more to relax. Can anyone say the launcher in iOS is not dated, with too many taps to get around? And frankly, if I could get another half day of battery life out of my iPhone at the expense of a millimeter of thickness, that would sound like a good compromise.
A free adapter should be mandatory. My 2010 MacMini came with a HDMI-to-DVI adapter. Apple should have included at least a USB-C+USB+miniDP to USB-C adapter out of the box with the new Macbook.
The new Macbook was conceived as a mobile-only laptop. If you want using it as a desktop when at work, you'll spend so much in adapters and hubs that you'll be better off with a Macbook Air or a Retina MBP.
I like it, but I would buy a maxed out 13" MBpro, if I was in the notebook market. As it is what I currently have will last me another 5 years. Let's see what they have then!
It's a laptop for iPad granmas and granpas. However, it doesn't have a touchscreen nor a friendly iOS GUI. It should support touch and startup in the Launchpad app.
I don't even want or care about the new Macbook. Please go back and read where my post originated.
isnt it this post
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Each to his own I guess... I think it is hideous and pretentious. Or rather was pretentious in days gone by, and today it's just embarrassing.
No, I would most definitely never want a gold iphone or any other gold phone. Black iphone is fine for me.
Well... we're still waiting affordable Thunderbolt docks and external drives. They're still treated as premium accessories. Firewire 800 became affordable only when it was discontinued.
You and I are in the exact same boat. Same usage reasons and same more powerful system at home for when its needed.
Ultra portable with a screen I can stomach was a selling feature for me. Lack of ports is a fair tradeoff (to me) to get the size and profile of this laptop. Having to carry one extra cable around (once I can actually buy it) is no big deal. The power adapter for this is considerably smaller and more portable than that of my 15", (which also needs a bunch of add-on cables). Overall my bag is a few pounds lighter and so far I'm loving it.
As for the keyboard. Yes less throw, but honestly I don't mind it at all. Each person will have their own take on it. The reason it still works for me is that even though it move less, it still has a very distinctive click action when depressed fully. I've no problems typing on this keyboard at all even after a few minutes.
Right now i'm typing this with it resting on one knee, nestled nicely between the steering wheel and centre console of my truck. No problems typing or holding it firm enough to type with just my left palm. A near perfect fit that could otherwise only be achieved with the 11" Macbook Air. And even that's questionable because its a bit wider.
Speak for yourself. The MBA designed is dated and has way too big a footprint.
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This meme can die any time now. ARM doesn't compare to x86 in terms of complexity. There's a reason ARM chips cost like 20 bucks. Benchmarks mean nothing comparing 2 architectures.
