First, apologies if this has already been answered, but I couldn't find a post that exactly matched my question, which is:
Is there any value in buying the 2016 MBP over the 2015 model?
I need to replace my current Macbook urgently, and my first thought was the 2016 13", with or without the touchbar. But the reviews aren't too encouraging, and I'm struggling to find a reason not to get the 2015 model. Obviously, the price of the newer model is an issue - more because I resent being ripped off by Apple than anything else - but I wondered if the 2015 model is flat-out better. I should say that I regard the OLED touch bar as a silly gimmick - or does it have a utility that I don't appreciate? Also, any other compelling reasons to get the newer model?
I'll be using it mainly for writing and general Office, with some work in Photoshop and Lightroom. No gaming!
thanks in advance
David
Is there any value in buying the 2016 MBP over the 2015 model?
I need to replace my current Macbook urgently, and my first thought was the 2016 13", with or without the touchbar. But the reviews aren't too encouraging, and I'm struggling to find a reason not to get the 2015 model. Obviously, the price of the newer model is an issue - more because I resent being ripped off by Apple than anything else - but I wondered if the 2015 model is flat-out better. I should say that I regard the OLED touch bar as a silly gimmick - or does it have a utility that I don't appreciate? Also, any other compelling reasons to get the newer model?
I'll be using it mainly for writing and general Office, with some work in Photoshop and Lightroom. No gaming!
thanks in advance
David