a macbook pro isn't a computer that ought to miss an optical drive. Apple is on an artificial crusade to get rid of optical drives because it will push more people to buy programs and software via itunes and the app store.
this isn't gentle nudging and giving consumers decisions, it is literally telling consumers what to do.
makes me think about windows 8 and what the more consumer friendly windows market and hardware looks like.
Windows is going the same way. They just are not as blatant with it.
Bring on the 15 inch Air. I'll buy, no doubt.