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Apple MacBook Pro MD101LL/A 13.3-Inch Laptop (NEWEST VERSION) by Apple. The Apple MacBook Professional options Intel's new third-era Core architecture for a lift in processor and memory speeds. New next-technology graphics deliver efficiency ranges which might be as much as 60 percent sooner than before. And high-speed Thunderbolt I/O helps you to switch information at rates as much as 10 GBps. The MacBook Professional is a superb pc that simply got even greater. The 13.3-inch MacBook Pro (view larger). 

As with earlier models, the MacBook Professional incorporates a precision unibody enclosure crafted from a single block of aluminum, creating a thin and light cellular computing workhorse (lower than 1 inch thin and simply 4.5 kilos) that is also extremely durable. It includes a 13.three-inch, LED-backlit glass display in addition to a glass trackpad that doesn't embody a button (for larger tracking area) that features Apple's Multi-Touch technology. 

You'll also get up to 7 hours of battery life whereas on the go. The MacBook Pro additionally now includes each a excessive-speed Thunderbolt port and two USB three ports, enabling you to simply connect with exterior shows and all kinds of excessive performance peripherals. This model of the 13.three-inch MacBook Pro (mannequin MD101LL/A) features a 2.5 GHz Core i5 twin-core processor, 500 GB arduous drive, and 4 GB of installed RAM. Other options embrace an 8x SuperDrive, ultra-quick Wi-fi-N Wi-Fi networking, Bluetooth 4.0 connectivity, an SDXC card slot, and a FireWire 800 port (see full specs below). The MacBook Professional packs plenty of energy due to the latest Intel Core i5 processor, which includes a sooner processor, more powerful graphics, and a memory controller integrated into a single chip. The third-technology twin-core Intel Core i5 has a 2.5 GHz pace, which can dynamically accelerate as much as 3.1 GHz to match your workload due to up to date Intel Turbo Boost Technology. And with the Intel HD Graphics 4000 processor, you get up to 60 % sooner graphics. So the video you watch, the FaceTime calls you make, and just about every little thing else you do is smoother and extra detailed. 

 After proudly owning my MacBook for a month I finally really feel ready to assessment it accurately. Let me start off by saying that I used to be extremely reluctant to spend so much money on a laptop. I've at all times been a Home windows guy so I've known you could buy laptops with equivalent specs to Macs for a very good deal cheaper. Though after comparing different laptops I used to be not capable of finding one that had a satisfactory build quality. The closest I could find had been laptops made by Asus, however even then I learn of too many build high quality points that made me uneasy. Ultrabooks made by other firms had good quality, but by then they value just as much as the MacBook but with decrease specs. So I decided to make the leap with this MacBook after demoing it in a Apple Store. Listed below are the things that made me assured with my buy: 

 Build High quality - Significantly, you may't beat a unibody construction. Whereas different laptops creak when you decide them up due to the various plastic parts screwed collectively, the Macbook feels firm. The only factor that initially involved me was that the lid would barely creak if you closed it. Working waxed dental floss via the hinges solved this. 

 Trackpad and Keyboard- This further large trackpad is heavenly to use. Having the whole trackpad operate as a giant button is a lot more snug to use. Plus two finger clicking as a replacement for the right click on button is surprisingly intuitive. The keyboard keys are effectively spaced and the led backlighting is very cool. 

Energy System - I frequently get round 6 hours from the battery, which I'm greater than happy with. The magsafe plugin system is extra helpful than I thought it could be, and there is a neat led battery indicator on the aspect of the pocket book that makes checking the battery level with the pc off easy. 

 OS X - Mine initially came with Lion, however after upgrading to Mountain Lion I am even more satisfied. All the things runs quick and animations are fluid. I like the multi contact features, which once more is one thing I initially did not think I would really need. It took me a little time to get used to utilizing finder after being accustomed to home windows explorer, but I am confident now in my capacity to navigate via files simply as quickly as in Windows. 

 Dual Booting - I've a couple of engineering programs that only run on Home windows so I made a decision to put in Home windows 7 by means of bootcamp. Because it boots natively from the exhausting drive, it runs just as smoothly as any other Windows laptop. Keep in mind people, this computer doesn't have any magical inner components. The Intel Chipset is similar utilized in every other laptop computer and thus Home windows runs just the same with the proper drivers installed. 

Chipset - The Intel Core i5 runs very quick with minimal heat. The Intel Graphics 4000 is more than adequate for most applications. I might even run Portal 2 on maximum graphics settings and play 1080p video with out it breaking a sweat. The fan virtually never revs as much as an audible level. This is partly to the aluminum body being a giant warmth sink. So sure, the laptop physique can get warm at times. However it is by no means uncomfortably heat after I apply it to my lap. Sick most likely upgrade the RAM and the harddrive to an SSD in the future, however for now they're fine. 

So all in all I am very pleased with my purchase. I'm officially a Mac convert and will use this laptop for a really lengthy time. 

 Also, all the Home windows "players" who're trashing Macs need to gain some perspective. Sure, I can get a Core i7 laptop computer with a dedicated graphics card for lots cheaper than the MacBook. But I made a decision to spend the extra money to get a greater engineered laptop computer with some nifty additional features.

Apple MacBook Pro MD101LL/A 13.3-Inch Laptop (NEWEST VERSION)

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