So... it is a good idea to get a specked-up MacBook Air now, right? If I want to get the redesigned one in 2022 or even the second model after the redesign in 2023, waiting 2 or 3 more years is not worth it anymore, I guess...
Why the hell would I want to do that? There are perfectly fine hotkeys in IDE's, working across platforms.you can't set named keys to 'build', 'run', 'test', 'compile', etc in your IDE.
That's how I picture all these "touchbar is faster" people.Let me guess. Still using a VCR at home?
Same here, but want 1 TB and maybe 32 GB of Ram. And a few more GPU cores, please.Feels like I've been waiting on a smaller bezel 14" MBP for 2 years already. My wallet is so ready. 14" M1 (also please dual monitor support), 16gb, 512gb... ready to add to cart, Apple. 🤞
I loved the Touch Bar all these years I have had it. Not a single issue and dynamic content was def. a smart and advantageously implemented idea.Function keys where removed precisely because they have very little it not no use. The touch bar has added function where there was non. You can't scrub a time line with function keys and you can't set named keys to 'build', 'run', 'test', 'compile', etc in your IDE.
I did not understand the article, it does not say anything about when the new MBP 16 or 14 come out. is it early or late 2021? what is the point of this article?
Apple plans to release two redesigned MacBook Pros in 2021 and a new MacBook Air in 2022, all with mini-LED displays and Apple Silicon chips, according to TFI Securities analyst Ming-Chi Kuo.
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In a research note to investors, seen by MacRumors, Kuo explained that two new MacBook Pro models equipped with an all-new form factor design are expected to launch in 2021, and a new "affordable" MacBook Air is expected in 2022, all with Apple Silicon chips and mini-LED displays. This appears to be a clarification of a previous report that simply said redesigned MacBooks would launch in late 2021.
Kuo also believes that Apple will be able to offset the increased cost of using mini-LED panels in Mac devices because the cost of Apple Silicon chips is significantly lower than that of Intel processors.
Upcoming Apple devices with mini-LED displays are also projected to see much higher than expected shipments. TFI Securities has revised its shipment forecasts by 350 percent for 2021 and 450 percent in 2022. Apple is presumed to ship 10 to 12 million mini-LED devices in 2021 and 25 to 28 million mini-LED devices in 2022. Epistar is anticipated to make major gains as a result, with the company now expected to serve as Apple's sole mini-LED supplier.
The reason behind the revised estimates are lower than expected costs for mini-LED components over the next few years and faster adoption of mini-LED panels in MacBook devices.
MacBooks are projected to be the main driver of mini-LED panel shipments since they will purportedly gain mini-LED before the iPad and see faster shipment growth. Kuo has previously said that at least one new iPad model will be released with a mini-LED display in the first half of 2021.
Within the next three years, Kuo's optimistic scenario sees MacBook shipments grow significantly by 100 percent with up to 35 million units per year, thanks to the adoption of Apple Silicon and refreshed designs.
Article Link: Kuo: Two Redesigned MacBook Pros in 2021 and New MacBook Air in 2022, All With Apple Silicon and Mini-LED Displays
I think the best option would to bring back the function keys as physical keys and have the touchbar.Dear Apple, please scrap the TouchBar on the next MacBook Pro redesign.
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Some find it useful. I don't. Let's join our forces, and nag Apple to make it optional. They already made the first step returning Esc.Dear Apple, please scrap the TouchBar on the next MacBook Pro redesign.
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Most professional apps rely on the function keys for Keyboard shortcuts. You can easily scrub a timeline with the trackpad. The touch bar was just a way for Apple to test touch screen functionality on their laptops and a fancy way to display emojis. It was a cool idea and a good marketing differentiator. The problem with Apple is that they try to appeal to general consumers and professionals at the same time. The exception would be the Mac Pro and the matching Pro Display XDR, with features and price that only professionals can justify.Function keys where removed precisely because they have very little it not no use. The touch bar has added function where there was non. You can't scrub a time line with function keys and you can't set named keys to 'build', 'run', 'test', 'compile', etc in your IDE.
Also marketing business laptops with "Pro" moniker.The problem with Apple is that they try to appeal to general consumers and professional at the same time.
Glad I wasn't the only one thinking the same thing!I did not understand the article, it does not say anything about when the new MBP 16 or 14 come out. is it early or late 2021? what is the point of this article?
Too? Your TouchBar has failed you, it has to go.I and many others now rely on the TouchBar daily, for everything from word suggestions too quick access to tools in pro apps.
I'd like to see the same footprint as the current 13" with smaller bezels allowing the larger 14" screen, although I wouldn't be upset with a smaller 13" MBP with a slightly smaller footprint as long as the keyboard size wasn't compromised.I suspect those 2 redesign MBP with mini Led will be the rumoured 14" and 16"
I'm not sure bringing back the function row would be any better. They added the escape key which was the only real key on that row that needed to be physical. If they can update it with a higher density display so that it doesn't look so cheap and add force touch to make it more like buttons, that will (I think) finally round it out as the product it was meant to be.Too? Your TouchBar has failed you, it has to go.
Glad I wasn't the only one thinking the same thing!
Brave ! 😃My card is ready for 16 inch!!!