It does suggest no redesign for the 13" model, which isn't surprising since recently only the 15" have been rumoured for a redesign, but it still say nothing about it only being a speed bump. I made my point in my last post, things like an upgraded screen can be one of the many customization options offered. We have to wait and see.
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New Macbook Pro 13 specs?
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It does suggest no redesign for the 13" model, which isn't surprising since recently only the 15" have been rumoured for a redesign, but it still say nothing about it only being a speed bump. I made my point in my last post, things like an upgraded screen can be one of the many customization options offered. We have to wait and see.
The whole pro/consumer/pro-sumer thing is way overthought, it's a word on a product, it means nothing.
What you use a product for is what's important, over 80% of Macbook Pro's are used by internet surfers and students, Pro? pah!
Three Things!
1) Mac OSX was the prodominate name at the time of shipping all previously released Macs. It's a production line, they wouldn't get rid of the old boxes. But when they release new macs, they'll (if the thin changes are in fact real) have to change the box and include a change to OSX on the box, to which even Apple refers to Lion now.
2.) These specs don't say what computer they go to, just that they are for a 13 inch display. An some Apple Employee, who may of found something that was worked on but not release and post a picture.... Just a rumor.
3.) Remember People. Doubling Down On Secrecy.... Maybe this Apple Employee was told to send this fake thing out to make what's released 20x more enjoyable.
1) Mac OSX was the prodominate name at the time of shipping all previously released Macs. It's a production line, they wouldn't get rid of the old boxes. But when they release new macs, they'll (if the thin changes are in fact real) have to change the box and include a change to OSX on the box, to which even Apple refers to Lion now.
2.) These specs don't say what computer they go to, just that they are for a 13 inch display. An some Apple Employee, who may of found something that was worked on but not release and post a picture.... Just a rumor.
3.) Remember People. Doubling Down On Secrecy.... Maybe this Apple Employee was told to send this fake thing out to make what's released 20x more enjoyable.
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Maybe it's just that Apple is continuing the trend of treating the 13" MBP as a redheaded step child in the display department. This might offer evidence that they are gonna keep selling the 13" Pro and Air, with the Air having a premium screen and price tag to go along with it, just like it currently does (even if it is only a $100 premium). Still, I would rather see a retina display in the 13" MBP and all the models across the board.
Basically, what I'm getting at is, even if this is true for the 13" Pro, it might not be true for all the rest of the models. Maybe the pricier MacBooks, all get resolution bumps. Or at the very least each model gets a BTO display upgrade option. We'll see soon enough.
Basically, what I'm getting at is, even if this is true for the 13" Pro, it might not be true for all the rest of the models. Maybe the pricier MacBooks, all get resolution bumps. Or at the very least each model gets a BTO display upgrade option. We'll see soon enough.
Anyone remember the leaked GeekBench result for the Macbook Pro 9.1? Well that was using a much faster CPU, so whats to say this 13" we're referring to isn't actually an ordinary Macbook and the 9.1 is the real 13" Pro?
Or then again, they could be dropping the 13" Macbook Pro, making a 13" Macbook and reserving the 'Pro' moniker for the 15 and 17 inch Macbooks.
Or then again, they could be dropping the 13" Macbook Pro, making a 13" Macbook and reserving the 'Pro' moniker for the 15 and 17 inch Macbooks.
Anythings overrated if you don't intend to use it.
I have to virtualize Windows for a lot of my engineering software. What do you think would be better? 2GB to Lion, 2GB to the VM (Windows 7), or 4GB to Lion and 4GB to the VM?
Virtualizing + all the standard Lion apps I use simultaneously = Quite a memory hog. Having more than 4GB (for cheap, mind you) is crucial.
Yeah I believe he said the current builds had some ways to go. Technically if they released it in mid-August it would still be summer.
I gotta question Apple decision to go Retina on MacBook line here. It looks great on iPhone since it is still a manageable 960X640, but on an iPad, this super high resolution format would render images on websites (a lot of which is of lower resolution than a 800p display) poorly because the OS would upscale them. A Retina display on iMac would serve those creative professional dealing with , say Nikon d800 Mpx raws & jpegs very well. But on an iPad or a MacBook, whose primary purpose is to browse the net and occasional touch ups, these mega resolution display would turn a lot of images on website & your low megapixel images from digital compacts into pixellated mess.
Yes that was my point. Mac refresh will come first and then you'll get 10.8 later at a discount if you buy before release. Apple isn't going to sit on the Mac hardware refresh too much longer given how sluggish sales have been lately (according to analysts, who I know aren't exactly 100% accurate).
The upscaling wouldn't be noticeable due to the nature of a quadrupled pixel density.
Perhaps a minimal of change to the 13" MBP (like shown in the OP) with a lower price range but more signiciant of changes to the 15" and 17"... or I might be dreaming
Either way, bring on Monday!
Either way, bring on Monday!
Only Minor Changes?
Are you kidding me..do you even know what you are talking about? Ivy Bridge is a HUGE upgrade chip wise. The addition of USB 3.0 and Bluetooth 4 is fairly major also. So what..they didn't round an edge on the case..big whip. The foundational function of the unit changed in a large mannor. The processor alone is a major deal...both boost in performance and the addition of a GPU processor built into the CPU.
Are you kidding me..do you even know what you are talking about? Ivy Bridge is a HUGE upgrade chip wise. The addition of USB 3.0 and Bluetooth 4 is fairly major also. So what..they didn't round an edge on the case..big whip. The foundational function of the unit changed in a large mannor. The processor alone is a major deal...both boost in performance and the addition of a GPU processor built into the CPU.
Nothing to do with TDP and space inside the chassis then? Just because Apple think power users want a big screen? Thanks for the lesson
PS: Those non glare MBP 13's are just the shiznit aren't they?
oh i seee now.......lolol you are a bitter ex-MBA owner.. selling that was a smart choice..lol
and PS. nike is better than adidas..lolo
Big improvement
The Ivy Bridge processor will show significant performance increase for you in these task.
The Ivy Bridge processor will show significant performance increase for you in these task.
Macbook making a comeback?
The new 13" Pro leaked spec sheet may actually be the new Macbook?
https://www.macrumors.com/2012/06/0...t-addition-of-usb-3-0-and-only-minor-changes/
The specs point to a low-end machine not suitable for the "pro" moniker especially in 2012. There hasn't been a fully featured laptop at a low price for a long time, which is what the old macbook was.
This would be great for students, schools, people on a small budget.
The new 13" Pro leaked spec sheet may actually be the new Macbook?
https://www.macrumors.com/2012/06/0...t-addition-of-usb-3-0-and-only-minor-changes/
The specs point to a low-end machine not suitable for the "pro" moniker especially in 2012. There hasn't been a fully featured laptop at a low price for a long time, which is what the old macbook was.
This would be great for students, schools, people on a small budget.
oh i seee now.......lolol you are a bitter ex-MBA owner.. selling that was a smart choice..lol
Bitter? Over the years I have owned 13" & 15" MBP's and 11 & 13" MBA's.
Does your mom know your on the internet typing stuff?
I suggest you buy a model newer than 2008. The current 13 inch MBP is 1440 by 900...one of the largest in the industry for the price point.
YES, for those business users who STILL use optical discs; too bad for the pissers and moaners!!