Sidebar Sidebar
Become a MacRumors Supporter for $50/year with no ads, ability to filter front page stories, and private forums.

New clues that may point to Macbook pros refresh

kopite19 said:
That would be pretty slick. That way I can keep the ODD I never use, and have the slow HDD for files and the SSD for Applications and OS. It'll still have to be a minimum 32GB SSD for that but it will be a much cheaper option. Does mean definately no dedicated graphics on the 13" though :(
Click to expand...

Why must it be 32 GB ?
I thought Max OS X had a small footprint?
 
Is it just me, or would 8-16GB be way too small for the OS and applications?

Perhaps they will have it only for the OS, which will speed boots - but as someone who only ever puts computers to sleep, I'd much rather fast applications than fast boots.
 
laser71 said:
Is it just me, or would 8-16GB be way too small for the OS and applications?

Perhaps they will have it only for the OS, which will speed boots - but as someone who only ever puts computers to sleep, I'd much rather fast applications than fast boots.
Click to expand...

I still think it's too soon to comment on how really it's going to play out. SSD for OS will definitely be a huge benefit, but at what cost? Also at the same time, are we really sure if its going to be 8-16 GB or more than that? How well the new models play with the SSD hard drives that we may want to install later? And what's the price? Does SSD for OS mean we have to pay more? Too many questions but no answers so far. Come on Apple!
 
MultiBat said:
Why must it be 32 GB ?
I thought Max OS X had a small footprint?
Click to expand...

It's stated it will also be for applications. The OS is relatively small but if they're on about integrating the App Store apps in there (iLife, iWork, CSetc) it'll need to be 32GB unless we're housing certain apps on the HDD. Also it needs to be larger to cater for updates, the release of Lion and all other bits and bats.
 
laser71 said:
Is it just me, or would 8-16GB be way too small for the OS and applications?

Perhaps they will have it only for the OS, which will speed boots - but as someone who only ever puts computers to sleep, I'd much rather fast applications than fast boots.
Click to expand...

Snow Leopard only takes up about 5GB.

My current applications folder(60 Apps) is only 4.54 GB (applications themselves are not as large as people think they are).
 
aiqw9182 said:
Snow Leopard only takes up about 5GB.

My current applications folder(60 Apps) is only 4.54 GB (applications themselves are not as large as people think they are).
Click to expand...

I use my SSD for OS, apps, VMs, caches, and Lightroom catalogs. If it isn't a 100GB SSD, I'll still want an SSD in the second slot, too. Even 32GB isn't enough for me.
 
TheHoff said:
I use my SSD for OS, apps, VMs, caches, and Lightroom catalogs. If it isn't a 100GB SSD, I'll still want an SSD in the second slot, too. Even 32GB isn't enough for me.
Click to expand...

I'm sure there will still be an upgrade option to a full SSD for people who want it.
 
aiqw9182 said:
I'm sure there will still be an upgrade option to a full SSD for people who want it.
Click to expand...

I would love to have full ssd in my MBP, but it is way too much for a decent amount of memory. The cost is the only thing holding me back from going full ssd. I'm hoping to get a cheaper full ssd option with a decent amount of memory (for me) with this refresh.
 
fel10 said:
Am I the only one that feels that Thursday just doesn't sound right, and that March 1st makes more sense?
Click to expand...

Thursday is Steve Jobs's birthday. It makes quite a bit of sense, actually, if Jobs was involved with this MBP refresh at all.
 
fel10 said:
Am I the only one that feels that Thursday just doesn't sound right, and that March 1st makes more sense?
Click to expand...

I think Thursday makes way more sense, as it's been claimed by multiple sources. Also we need to keep in mind that the Intel delay probably delayed the MBPs, and so Apple might have to settle for a Thursday introduction instead of waiting for a Tuesday, to avoid messing up their release schedule further. The iPad 2 is expected to be announced soon, so I'm guessing Apple want to keep a window between the MBP and iPad releases, hence they will go with Thursday not to delay the iPad announcement as it's very likely to be after the MBP.

But the biggest giveaway is that even the US Apple online store has a delay of 3-5 BD on all MBPs.
 
Perfect! Now can someone let me know how Billmelater works on Apple.com? I don't have all the cash now and I'd rather use BME.
 
lshirase said:
lol @ monthly payments for a laptop. americans :confused:
Click to expand...

Uh excuse me? It's called managing your money. Why drop $2000 on a laptop right away when you can pay it off monthly? Money in my pocket is better than money in your pocket. I'd rather be given the option to pay off my purchases slowly.
 
laser71 said:
Is it just me, or would 8-16GB be way too small for the OS and applications?

Perhaps they will have it only for the OS, which will speed boots - but as someone who only ever puts computers to sleep, I'd much rather fast applications than fast boots.
Click to expand...

You don't turn it off to take it somewhere? Would you (audience) keep the MBP in sleep mode to transport it in a backpack or carrying case?
 
aCondor said:
You don't turn it off to take it somewhere? Would you (audience) keep the MBP in sleep mode to transport it in a backpack or carrying case?
Click to expand...

I put mine in Sleep mode all the time when i travel, it's one of the reasons why fast boot doesn't bother me.
 
aCondor said:
Would you (audience) keep the MBP in sleep mode to transport it in a backpack or carrying case?
Click to expand...
I've heard of many people doing this. As long as you are sure it is in sleep mode, it shouldn't cause a problem in a bag or case.
 
iTabone said:
Uh excuse me? It's called managing your money. Why drop $2000 on a laptop right away when you can pay it off monthly? Money in my pocket is better than money in your pocket. I'd rather be given the option to pay off my purchases slowly.
Click to expand...

I can see arguments for and against. I personally wouldn't get credit for a laptop, nor would I pay for it on credit as the last thing I'd want is for a set of unfortunate circumstances to arise in an increasingly volatile employment world and not have the funds to make the repayments/have to juggle other financial responsibilities on top of having a "luxury" item like a $2k MacBook Pro.

There's no right or wrong way about it, especially with interest free credit cards, and at a time when disposable income is quite low (especially here in the UK) it can make sense to ride the recession wave and take advantage of it. I personally don't want the burden and choose to pay all my things upfront by saving up. This means I don't have a large amount of capital in the form of £££'s, but I have the assets.

Ipso facto, I'm bored waiting for the MacBook so thought I'd bulldoze into this conversation.

Hurry up Thursday :(
 
You must log in or register to reply here.
Register on MacRumors! This sidebar will go away, and you'll see fewer ads.
Top Bottom
Back