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Still 128gb base model?
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Why would they not try to increase the MBP sales by increasing the storage though? they still end up making money both ways..
I can understand the new Macbook costing a LOT less to produce due to the cheaper ssds, graphics card, and stupidly slow intel core m chip.. but come on :3
It's the marketing point. So people can switch to a new/back to the macbook instead of going for pro which might be more expensive to produce lol.
Any downside to getting the 128 version and adding a jetdrive lite 128gb card?
the card is only $73 cheaper than the 256 option from apple
the card is only $73 cheaper than the 256 option from apple
kept the MBP at 128gb. I was all geared up to buy a new MBP this year, but only if I didn't have to spring for 256gb.
If you leave cards like that plugged in the machine will not go into stand by mode when asleep, and the battery will not last as long in sleep mode. That might not be an issue depending on your usage.
https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT202124
I want a new rMBP so bad. 128GB is a no go for me.
Trying to decide between a refurb ($1149) or the new one ($1349). I really want the new one though.
Trying to decide between a refurb ($1149) or the new one ($1349). I really want the new one though.
With so few companies selling the SSDs compatible with the current Macs, Apple could make a killing by offering upgrades after purchase.
Granted I really don't use much storage at all, but I think that the 128 is just fine. With all the cloud storage nowadays (I have 1TB from OneDrive) for less crucial things, on top of SD Cards, I didn't see the need to buy the 256.
But I could understand it in a lot of use cases.
But I could understand it in a lot of use cases.
Apple has neutered us as customers from going our own routes as you mentioned.
Always been the case with iOS, a recent and cozy implementation in the mac world.
$200 premium for a drive that you can get under $200 easily not to mention +128 bump, meh.
Watch 6s/6s+ have 16gb standard too, as I wouldn't be surprised
Surprised apple gave rMB 8/256 tbh but I guess for the price they needed something.
Actually, no company sells compatible SSD's for late 2013 and beyond. Apple has not licensed it. It's Apple or nothing. And talk about selling Applecare, the replacement costs are through the roof. This is where Apple really squeezes one's nuts.