Macbook with CD-RW drive for $1,099?

[vnisarg]

I am considering buying my first Macbook. I was surprised to find out that the $1,099 version comes with a DVD/CD-RW drive. At this price point wouldn't you expect a DVD burner which is standard these days?

Do you think they will upgrade this at Macworld?

 

[jsw]

It's not impossible, but they have a history of keeping DVD burners out of the lowest spec systems to prompt upgrades to the next level. I expect that to change eventually... maybe in a few weeks.

 

[Eraserhead]

It does read DVD's, I wouldn't expect a DVD Burner until Combo drives are more expensive.

 

[SheriffParker]

Yeah, its pretty annoying that you can't upgrade just the optical drive... but that's how Apple makes so much money.... Looks like you'll have to either spring for the high-end MB or just use an external DVD burner.