Any mid-2012 rMBP owners upgrading?

[scottct1]

I have been using my 2012 Retina Macbook pro and have been happy with it, the specs on it was the fastest processor, 16 gb ram and 512 GB SSD.

Over the years I have had it the trackpad / keyboard was replaced twice which means I also got new batteries each time as well. It has run good, but now the screen is starting to go, I have about 10 dead pixels on the screen, but again still runs well.

I pulled the trigger yesterday and ordered a 15 Inch, 2.9 Ghz Quad Cre I7, 1TB SSD Hard Drive, 16 GB of ram (I guess 16 GB is the max you can go), Radeon Pro 460 with 4GB Memory as wel as a USB-C to USB Adapter and USB-C to Lightning Cable and protection plan all for a total of $3,735.01 including tax.

I thought it was a lot of money and it IS a lot of money, but in thinking about it, my last Macbook pro has lasted more than 4 years and has served me well. My last Mackbook Pro before that served me well and lasted a long time as well. Before buying Macbook Pros, I was buying PC laptops from companies such as Toshiba and HP, and it was normal for me to go through a laptop in around 6 months. If I look back at that I guess I was spending MORE to have laptops then then what I do now for Macbook Pros. They are more money but the life given by them and the performance over time to me has made them worth it to me.

My wife wasn't happy with me for spending almost $4,000 on a laptop, but when I explained it like that she agreed.

Now November 17th can't get here fast enough.

I do wish they left ONE single standard USB 3 port... I do carry a USB memory stick with me on my keychain and it sucks now that I can't just directly plug that into my laptop. Something seems wrong with that.

 

[Chupa Chupa]

I do wish they left ONE single standard USB 3 port... I do carry a USB memory stick with me on my keychain and it sucks now that I can't just directly plug that into my laptop. Something seems wrong with that.

Yes, or at least include a fricken adapter in the box. USB2 sticks are still very prevlent and dongles are such a PITA to keep up with. A Pro machine should be like a swiss army knife not a spork.

 

[BenTrovato]

Yes, or at least include a fricken adapter in the box. USB2 sticks are still very prevlent and dongles are such a PITA to keep up with. A Pro machine should be like a swiss army knife not a spork.

Well the USB C lightning cable will probably debut in the next iPhone? Or at least the adapter will. But I agree, they should have left one USB 2 port with how prevalent USB keys are. It's stupid as a Mac user when someone hands you a USB key and you can't do anything with it. It's not going to convert non Mac users when they see it. Not that Apple cares.

 

[shareef777]

I have been using my 2012 Retina Macbook pro and have been happy with it, the specs on it was the fastest processor, 16 gb ram and 512 GB SSD.

Over the years I have had it the trackpad / keyboard was replaced twice which means I also got new batteries each time as well. It has run good, but now the screen is starting to go, I have about 10 dead pixels on the screen, but again still runs well.

I pulled the trigger yesterday and ordered a 15 Inch, 2.9 Ghz Quad Cre I7, 1TB SSD Hard Drive, 16 GB of ram (I guess 16 GB is the max you can go), Radeon Pro 460 with 4GB Memory as wel as a USB-C to USB Adapter and USB-C to Lightning Cable and protection plan all for a total of $3,735.01 including tax.

I thought it was a lot of money and it IS a lot of money, but in thinking about it, my last Macbook pro has lasted more than 4 years and has served me well. My last Mackbook Pro before that served me well and lasted a long time as well. Before buying Macbook Pros, I was buying PC laptops from companies such as Toshiba and HP, and it was normal for me to go through a laptop in around 6 months. If I look back at that I guess I was spending MORE to have laptops then then what I do now for Macbook Pros. They are more money but the life given by them and the performance over time to me has made them worth it to me.

My wife wasn't happy with me for spending almost $4,000 on a laptop, but when I explained it like that she agreed.

Now November 17th can't get here fast enough.

I do wish they left ONE single standard USB 3 port... I do carry a USB memory stick with me on my keychain and it sucks now that I can't just directly plug that into my laptop. Something seems wrong with that.

I must be your twin cause I'm in the same exact situation. Solution: buy a new USB-C thumb drive. You'll still be under $4k ;-)

Come on people, we're all spending $1k+ and people complain about buying a new $10 USB-C stick. They sell them now with USB-C and A connections now.

 

[terraphantm]

Currently have a 2012 15" 2.6GHz, 16GB RAM, and 512GB storage. Asides for the battery being a little less than I'd like these days, the machine works great for me.

Tempted to upgrade, but I think it's just too much money right now (would probably do 2.7, 1TB, Radeon 460) + Applecare, USB-C -> Lightning, and USB-C -> Ethernet. Total would be $3548 w/ tax and student discount.

Do wish they left the HDMI port

 

[scottct1]

Come on people, we're all spending $1k+ and people complain about buying a new $10 USB-C stick. They sell them now with USB-C and A connections now.

None of the other computers I use have USB C stick, so thats not a solution.

 

[shareef777]

None of the other computers I use have USB C stick, so thats not a solution.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00V...C_SX280_SY350_QL65&keywords=usb+c+flash+drive

 

[CodeSpyder]

Hi Folks,

Not long to go till we get new MBPs!

Anyone with a retina mid-2012 model looking to upgrade?

Mine is a 2.3GHz, 512GB SSD, 16GB RAM - finding it hard to justify upgrading as it works extremely well and has no issues. Listed it on eBay to test the waters.

Upgrading here. I have a 750 GB SSD in my mid-2012 rMBP.

 

[TooManyRichards]

In response to OP, No. **** No!

I program heavily in my workflow and for that I require a keyboard with good tactile feedback as well as travel. I also need quick and easy interconnectivity with my other devices. This macbook pro is a regression in almost every way sacrificing productivity for "thinness." The apple that Steve Jobs built is 100% dead.

 

[shareef777]

None of the other computers I use have USB C stick, so thats not a solution.

64G if needed : https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01H...C_SX280_SY350_QL65&keywords=usb+c+flash+drive

Point is that USB-C IS the future and we'all have a ton of relatively cheap options to get in the near future. The fact that we have FOUR TB3 ports puts us well ahead of the curve.

 

[Foss]

I have been using my 2012 Retina Macbook pro and have been happy with it, the specs on it was the fastest processor, 16 gb ram and 512 GB SSD.

Over the years I have had it the trackpad / keyboard was replaced twice which means I also got new batteries each time as well. It has run good, but now the screen is starting to go, I have about 10 dead pixels on the screen, but again still runs well.

I pulled the trigger yesterday and ordered a 15 Inch, 2.9 Ghz Quad Cre I7, 1TB SSD Hard Drive, 16 GB of ram (I guess 16 GB is the max you can go), Radeon Pro 460 with 4GB Memory as wel as a USB-C to USB Adapter and USB-C to Lightning Cable and protection plan all for a total of $3,735.01 including tax.

I thought it was a lot of money and it IS a lot of money, but in thinking about it, my last Macbook pro has lasted more than 4 years and has served me well. My last Mackbook Pro before that served me well and lasted a long time as well. Before buying Macbook Pros, I was buying PC laptops from companies such as Toshiba and HP, and it was normal for me to go through a laptop in around 6 months. If I look back at that I guess I was spending MORE to have laptops then then what I do now for Macbook Pros. They are more money but the life given by them and the performance over time to me has made them worth it to me.

My wife wasn't happy with me for spending almost $4,000 on a laptop, but when I explained it like that she agreed.

Now November 17th can't get here fast enough.

I do wish they left ONE single standard USB 3 port... I do carry a USB memory stick with me on my keychain and it sucks now that I can't just directly plug that into my laptop. Something seems wrong with that.

I completely agree with you Scott. This is the first time I've spent over $3,000 on a laptop, but if it lasts me another 4 years (like my 2012 rMBP) and performs well, I'm fine with it. Hopefully in 2020, when I'm due for an upgrade, I can sell the 2016 for $1,000 and pay another 2 grand for the new one. I'm fine with paying essentially $500/year for my laptop and $200-$300/year for a phone.

My only concern at this point is how to best utilize new USB ports. That is going to be a painful transition. It looks like the ideal currently is to go with the LG monitors with USB C ports to act as docking stations. The 5K isn't out yet and a bit pricey for me, I'm considering the 4K's, http://www.lg.com/us/monitors/lg-27UD88-W-4k-uhd-led-monitor Then my current work/home USB 2/3 devices can plug into the monitor, and all I need to connect to my laptop are USB C cables (and no power!) For the road, it looks like I'm gonna need to get either the USB C to USB2/3 dongle or buy the actual USB C to Lightning/Micro-USB cables. Neither are particularly appealing options...

 

[shareef777]

I completely agree with you Scott. This is the first time I've spent over $3,000 on a laptop, but if it lasts me another 4 years (like my 2012 rMBP) and performs well, I'm fine with it. Hopefully in 2020, when I'm due for an upgrade, I can sell the 2016 for $1,000 and pay another 2 grand for the new one. I'm fine with paying essentially $500/year for my laptop and $200-$300/year for a phone.

My only concern at this point is how to best utilize new USB ports. That is going to be a painful transition. It looks like the ideal currently is to go with the LG monitors with USB C ports to act as docking stations. The 5K isn't out yet and a bit pricey for me, I'm considering the 4K's, http://www.lg.com/us/monitors/lg-27UD88-W-4k-uhd-led-monitor Then my current work/home USB 2/3 devices can plug into the monitor, and all I need to connect to my laptop are USB C cables (and no power!) For the road, it looks like I'm gonna need to get either the USB C to USB2/3 dongle or buy the actual USB C to Lightning/Micro-USB cables. Neither are particularly appealing options...

Wait if you can. More TB3 monitors will be released for cheaper. Especially as more people buy the new MBP and other TB3/USBC computers.

 

[Foss]

Wait if you can. More TB3 monitors will be released for cheaper. Especially as more people buy the new MBP and other TB3/USBC computers.

I'm sure that's the case but I wanted one or two monitors ready to go once my new laptop arrives ideally. The LG seems the best choice at this point. Any other suggestions?

 

[Chupa Chupa]

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Well the USB C lightning cable will probably debut in the next iPhone? Or at least the adapter will. But I agree, they should have left one USB 2 port with how prevalent USB keys are. It's stupid as a Mac user when someone hands you a USB key and you can't do anything with it. It's not going to convert non Mac users when they see it. Not that Apple cares.

It's an interesting conflict between what Apple says and what it does. Just yesterday this post quoted Schiller as saying Apple designs for the experience, not price. But surely Apple designers must realize dongles are a "band-aid" and create a poor user experience. So, I think you are right, Apple really doesn't care with actions being louder than it's empty rhetoric about user experience.

Even when Apple started de-emphasising things like CD drives, modems, and other soon-to-be-out-the door technology, it started with the consumer line and desktops where add-ons are not such a burden. Apple wants professionals that use Macs to believe PCs don't exist in that world and everyone transfers files with Airdrop and syncs with iCloud.