Apple MacBook Pro MB990LL/A 13.3Inch Laptop
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MacBook Pro brings high performance and precision design to everyone. Every new MacBook Pro features a breakthrough, long-lasting battery that delivers up to 7 hours of wireless productivity on a single charge and can be recharged up to 1000 times—nearly three times the lifespan of typical notebook batteries. The new LED-backlit display has a 60 percent greater color gamut than that of previous generations, giving you richer, more vibrant colors. Every MacBook Pro features the NVIDIA GeForce 9400M integrated graphics processor, which provides an outstanding graphics experience for everyday tasks. Power your way through the latest 3D games—including Call of Duty and Quake—and enjoy improved graphics performance with iWork, iLife, and everything you do in Mac OS X. And with the latest 2.26GHz Intel Core 2 Duo processor, it’s the most powerful Mac notebook ever. All in a precision aluminum unibody enclosure that’s less than an inch thin. more info
The Price Difference: Worth Every Penny
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I think the best way to justify getting a higher end notebook like a MacBook Pro is to think about how long you sit in front of the computer each day. Most of us rely on our notebooks a lot more than a few years ago, and so if you get this kind of mileage out of a computer, doesn’t it make sense to spend a couple hundred dollars more on it? We throw away money every day on useless junk, but a computer is such a necessity, doesn’t it make sense to get a high quality one?
Speaking of high quality, a MacBook isn’t just all hype and marketing. It’s mostly in the engineering, and it definitely is well thought-out and flawless. The aluminum unibody is amazing and sturdy, and you feel the quality on every edge and laser-etched surface. The precision is astounding. The keyboard is tough and elegant, and the little features and attention to detail are marvelous.
The screen is a huge selling point for this notebook. It is absolutely stunning and vibrant. Not owning other LED screen products, this one definitely got to me a bit more than usual, and it beats the heck out of LCD technology, far and away. Viewing angles are great and the color gamut lends itself to an awesome amount of depth in images that I previously had not seen with such realism.
THE best feature of the computer’s hardware is definitely the multi-touch trackpad. Never have I come even close to feeling that a touchpad was anywhere close to the ease and intuitiveness of a regular old mouse. However, Apple has truly done it here. In many ways, the trackpad is superior to most other pointer devices on the market, including mice. It’s so large that you can move around the screen in one swipe no matter where you start on the pad. The multi-touch is a feature that is so easy to use and so useful, you will want it on every computer you own and ever use. The ability to start expose is fantastic, and so handy that you won’t miss the Windows taskbar one bit. Also, the trackpad’s surface is so smooth with its brushed glass finish, it’s a joy to use.
Aside from all of the cool hardware features, the OS is fantastic as well. This is not a computer for gamers, and everyone knows that. The most I would play on this would be simpler games and RTS games. If you’re a fan of graphics-heavy shooters, then you should be looking into easily upgradeable desktops or larger notebooks anyway, not a tiny 13.3″ computer of any kind. If you’re a moderate gamer but otherwise a user who wants lots of productivity tools, seamless multitasking, and apps that just work, this is a great solution to your woes.
I use lots of the packaged software that OSX has, like iMovie and especially Garage Band. I couldn’t believe that such a powerful program would come pre-packaged with my Mac, but it totally blew me away. I record my electric guitar straight through the computer, with so many software loops, and not to mention with tons of apps loaded in the background. The interfaces are incredibly easy to learn to use, and the entire OS is just fun.
All in all, I don’t understand all the complaints about the price premiums. If you can’t afford a Mac, it’s not even part of your discussion, so it’s a moot point to argue against it anyway. If you can, it’s worth checking out because of the quality of the product you get. Ultimately, $300-400 of a price difference isn’t a whole lot when you think about how much computers are integrated into our lives. For such an incredible machine, it’s worth that price premium, because in the long run, it’s just a few cents a day that you’re spending in order to avoid headaches with system issues, slowdowns, and time spent just stressing over why your computer isn’t doing what it’s supposed to.
You Must have an Apple!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
This is the best personal computer I’ve ever had! If you don’t have one, you should definitively buy one! MAC is the best!
Just a perfect laptop
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Nothing else can be said. Macbook Pro 13.3 is the best notebook I ever earn.
Love It!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I bought this 2.26 13 inch Macbook Pro on Black Friday 2009 for $1,049. It’s the best purchase I’ve ever made! The computer is more than I ever imagined. I received it just 3 days after purchase after I paid for standard shipping. It’s so elegant that I’m never going back to a PC. The quality, vividness, and clarity of the screen is incredible. I love the backlit keyboard and the top menu bar with everything I need in reach. The glass trackpad is taking some getting used to but I’ve only had it for a few hours.
MacBook Pro Issue
Rating:1 out of 5 stars
I purchased this Macbook Pro 2.53 with 4GB DDR3 ram. A month later I noticed the processing speed slowed significantly and the cooling fan became lower. I took it in an Apple store nearby and I was told that the the fan works and there is nothing they can do about the noise. I asked them if they could replace it with another one considering it was only a month old, but I was told that replacement is never an option unless the computer is broken. I am very disappointed considering how much I paid for this computer.
Best Laptop Purchase in Years
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I finally switched to a Mac Book and I’m loving it. I previously owned a HP 9500 model, which crapped out on me recently. It was not under warranty anymore even though there were articles and complaints about the graphics card. Back to the Mac, it’s fast, plays well with games with high end graphics such as The Sims 3. The 13.3 inch screen does not feel small at all. It’s just right. The Mac Book Pro is simple to use and it’s easy to learn all the functions and shortcuts. Also if you service on it, there’s an Apple Store willing to help you unlike other laptop brands.
Worth it? YES!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I don’t usually gush about computers. Computers are a tool for me. I’ve been in the computer industry for over twenty years now and seen computers come, seen computers go. But this computer just makes me go all wobbly with wuvvy doveys, uck! It is fast, beautiful, perfect, I stroke it lovingly before putting it into its case to carry it to work in the moment (how ucky!), I have never, ever, had a computer that hit so perfectly that magic median of weight, performance, size, and connectivity. It is small enough to fit on an airline tray (unlike larger Macbooks) yet fast enough to handle even the gnarliest multi-track mixing I’ve thrown at it with Logic Pro, and with its MiniDisplayPort it will easily drive a *huge* monitor. Stroking the gigantic all-one-piece glass trackpad is the closest thing to computer sex you’ll ever have (ooh, he’s getting ucky again!). I’ve bumped mine up to a 640GB drive and 8GB of RAM and use it for everything, whether it is computer music at home, or hard-core Linux development at work (via VMware). If it were possible to give something ten stars, this guy would get ten stars. It is an amazing technological accomplishment, not so much on the pure specs of the little darling, but on the complete package. Buy it, buy it, buy it!
Oh yeah, don’t believe the “7 hour battery” hype. In normal use doing Internet browsing and viewing the occasional YouTube video I get about 4 hours, maybe 5 if I lay off the YouTube. Still, I would not trade this laptop for any other laptop on planet Earth.
Great notebook computer
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
This is my first Mac and i’m not dissapointed. The notebook has very solid build quality and the battery life is out of this world.
Apple MacBook Pro
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
This is the best computer I have ever owned. It is very user friendly. I love the fact that I can hook up any new device ie: printer, and it picks it up and I don’t have to download drivers or use a disc. I LOVE IT.
MacBook Pro is best computer I’ve owned so far…
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Recently made the switch from windows to mac and as far as I’m concerned there is no looking back. It was a great feeling starting up my macbook and not being inundated with garbage software that is encountered on pc’s. I personally enjoy the iphoto software with its face recognition. It makes organizing photos easy and fun. I love the look and feel of my macbook. The precision cut aluminum unibody is very rigid and feels solid. The screen is bright and crisp. I have had no issues with my computer yet which is more than I can say for pc’s I’ve owned. Both pc notebooks I owned had serious issues within a month of purchasing them. I really haven’t found anything I don’t like about my macbook pro. It took a day or two to learn and get acquainted with apple’s OS, but now I find it easier to use and more intuitive than Windows OS. I hope this helps.
Almost Perfect
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
Apple sure has come a long way from the all-plastic PowerBook G3 to the first all-metal Titanium PowerBook G4 and now a mono-block Aluminum series of laptops known as the MacBook Pro.
After my PowerMac G4 desktop failed on me, I was left with a lonely Cinema Display. I transitioned from video editing to photo editing and figured I didn’t need as much processing power as before. After much fiddling with the various MacBook Pro sizes, I settled for a MacBook Pro 13 (2.53GHz) because it has the extreme portability requirement, but with the same processing power and features as the basic MacBook Pro 15.
If I’m home, I connect the bigger Apple Cinema Display for dual monitor power use. On the road, I have a light and powerful laptop that doesn’t take up much bulk.
Features / PROS:
- Dual monitor support up to 24″ (If you have the older Apple LCD Cinema Display 23″ as I do, you will need the optional Apple Mini DisplayPort to DVI Adapter Model# MB570Z/A). Otherwise, the latest Apple LED Cinema Display 24″ will plug right in.
- 2 x USB ports
- 1x FireWire 800 port
- 1 x Gigabit LAN
- SD card slot
- Battery level
- Multi-purpose Audio In / Audio Out jack. Unlike it bigger brothers, you only have one slot which generally wouldn’t be a problem because not many users feed analog audio in signal these days and would rather opt for USB digital audio.
- IR remote to support Apple Remote
- Bright LED screen that does not need warming up
- Aluminum monobloc build gives it more strength and is a good insulator for better heat dissipation
- Glossy screen for prettier-looking videos
- Elegant back-lit keyboard with adjustable brightness that puts even Apple’s own Aluminum desktop keyboard to shame
- Multi-touch trackpad that can virtually replace the need for a mouse
- WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n support
CONS:
- Glossy screen (Too pretty and too much glare. Not my liking.)
- Hidden stereo speakers produce a tinny sound with no perceivable stereo separation
- Non-user replaceable battery (I don’t get how Apple can design and have the resource for a monobloc case, but cannot come up with an easy to replace battery. Most likely a marketing gimmick to either facilitate faster notebook replacement or generate more income for the Apple Retail store with after-service replacement cost. I’m just saying, it’s perplexing.)
- Not-for-the faint-of-heart method to replace/upgrade hard drive and memory
- A 14″ screen would have been more perfect for screen real estate and portability (and just leave the 13″ screen for the MacBook)
- It really is expensive compared to Windows laptop counterparts
IS THIS FOR YOU?
- YES if you have excellent vision and can tolerate a 13″ screen as your main viewing method OR if you have a larger display as your second or dual-monitor source
- YES for processing power as the larger MacBook Pro models without the bulkiness
-NO if you plan to use only one screen as you will run out of space quickly. I would recommend a MacBook Pro 15 in this case.
I would advise to thoroughly test it out at your nearest Apple Store / Dealer and try all laptop models until you find one that you can comfortably sink into in terms of use and budget.
don’t fall for the “SPEEDY SHIPPING” option
Rating:1 out of 5 stars
I love the MacBook but not Amazon order fullfilment!
I placed my order (Product IN STOCK) with the “Saturday Delivery” option, but amazon CANNOT ship nor deliver the order as promised. They emailed me a sorry notice and “gladly” refunded the shipping charge. Big deal! You can’t cancel nor change order at this time. And the web site continue to advertise next day or 2-day delivery when they know that they cannot do so. FALSE ADVERTISING. I called and nobody knew when or where the order was!!
Can’t handle World of Warcraft on Lowest Graphics Settings.
Rating:2 out of 5 stars
Don’t expect to be able to play in any highly populated areas in World of Warcraft, even on the lowest possible graphics settings. This computer doesn’t deserve to be called Pro, in my humble opinion.
first mac
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I bought this MacBook Pro for two reasons. The first was Vista and the second was my IPhone. Fed up with one and loved the other. This laptop is every thing my two year old HP wasn’t, including a black screen when it didn’t like the new virus program. It will take you a couple of days to get up to speed and then it’s smooth sailing. There are extensive videos that show every aspect of “how to” on each program. If you are not a computer geek and you love your IPhone and had troubles with Vista, buy this MacBook Pro.
Great
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
The laptop was cheaper than on the Apple’s site. It arrived in mint condition in less than a week.