How likely is it that a mid-2014 MacBook retina will be released? I am planning on buying one at best buy with the $75 discount but I have a feeling that since it's been 228 days since the last update that a speed bump on the retina will be released in July. Has the Buyers Guide really been that accurate in the past?
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How accurate is the Buyers Guide? (Mid-2014 Retina)
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The guide is very reliable. But the MBP is still somewhat of a mystery because of the Broadwell issues. But if you can wait, then I suggest doing so. But if you get a good deal and decide to buy, the current gen rMBP's is really good so you won't regret it at all.
I start school in mid august so technically I have 2 months left, the only reason id strongly consider buying now is to save $75 but I guess that's a silly reason when I'm planning to spend $1000+ to begin with.
Edit: also I don't really care for broadwell, I would prefer to have a speedbump and a mid-2014 mbp as opposed to a late-2013 for resale purposes down the line in a few years.
Edit: also I don't really care for broadwell, I would prefer to have a speedbump and a mid-2014 mbp as opposed to a late-2013 for resale purposes down the line in a few years.
Hi,
A speed bump is possible in the new next few months. Broadwell won't be here until mid-2015. If Apple decides to refresh the 13" before the 15", Broadwell 13" rMBPs might land in Q1-2015.
I would say that you should wait for the last moment. If the speed bump doesn't arrive by then, buy the current models.
Raptor
A speed bump is possible in the new next few months. Broadwell won't be here until mid-2015. If Apple decides to refresh the 13" before the 15", Broadwell 13" rMBPs might land in Q1-2015.
I would say that you should wait for the last moment. If the speed bump doesn't arrive by then, buy the current models.
Raptor
If you have a .edu email address register for the student discount. You'll get another $150 off on top of that $75. I just bought one last week with that deal.
I wouldn't hold my breath for an update before the end of this year for the MacBook Pro... but as a student it may be worth while waiting until the fall as Apple typically runs a back to school promo where they hand out ~$100 iTunes Gift Cards with the purchase of a new Mac.