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The next generation of the Macbook Pros were released on February 26th, 2008. This release includes several upgrades over the previous generation Macbook Pro; most notably they will include new Intel Core 2 Duo Penryn core processors running at 2.4 GHz or 2.5 GHz. Also, the Macbook Pros will feature the same Multitouch trackpad as found on the Apple Macbook Air released a month earlier.
MSRP $2,799.00
Release date February, 2008
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Upgrades over previous-generation
• New Core 2 Duo Penryn core, which are supposed to be about 50% faster and more power efficient.
• New GeForce 8600M GT with 512MB.
• Multitouch pad on MacBook Pro.
• New LED option on top of the line 17" screen.
Versions
- 15.4-inch: 2.4GHz (MB133LL/A) - $1999
- 15.4-inch: 2.5GHz (MB134LL/A) - $2499
- 17-inch: 2.5GHz (MB166LL/A) - $2799
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Apple Macbook Pro | 15.4-inch, 2.4GHz, MB133LL/A
• Apple MacBook Pro MB133LL/A 15.4-inch Laptop (2.4 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo Processor, 2 GB RAM, 200 GB Hard Drive, DVD/CD SuperDrive)
• 15.4" MacBook Pro Notebook
UPC: 885909174966
EAN: 885909174966
MPN: MB133LL/A
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MSRP $1,999.00
Released June, 2007
Pros
- Dual-boot Windows XP/Vista because Intel CPU
- Great looking laptop. Very sleek and stylish (par for the course from Apple)
- Great performance with Intel Core 2 Duo
Cons
- Fairly poor batterly life (~3 hrs of wireless productivity)
- ExpressCard34 slot instead of PC Card slot
- has the uncommon Mini DisplayPort instead of HDMI or DVI
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Reviews
November 5, 2009
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Pros
- LED option available on top of the line 17" version
- Macbook Air inspired multi-touch trackpad
- Faster Penryn Core 2 Duo Processor
- Matte screen options available
- Built-in FireWire 400 and 800
Cons
- no Blu-Ray drives available, not even external ones
- MacOS X doesn't support Blu-Ray playback, and can burn Blu-Ray only with 3rd party software
- only 2 USB ports (15" and smaller models)
- no integrated flash memory card reader (17" model), and only SD card reader in smaller models
- display adapters (DVI, VGA etc) are expensive! (and your only option for connection an external display)
- no integrated 3G WWAN available
- has the uncommon Mini DisplayPort instead of HDMI or DVI
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December 11, 2008
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2 out of 2 people found this review helpful.
Pros
- LED option available on top of the line 17" version
- Matte screen options available
- 1920x1200 resolution option available in 17" model
- Built-in FireWire 400 and 800
- Full-sized DVI-I port allows HD playback to any monitor
- Nvidia GeForce 8600M GT provides decent gaming graphics
Cons
- GeForce 8600M GT is showing its age; some newer games run slowly at high resolutions
- Built-in audio is susceptible to electronic interference (can hear hard disk activity over headphones)
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February 26, 2008
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2 out of 2 people found this review helpful.
Pros
- LED option available on top of the line 17" version
- Macbook Air inspired multi-touch trackpad
- Faster Penryn Core 2 Duo Processor
Cons
- Same chassis as predecessor
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February 26, 2008
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1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.
Pros
- LED option available on top of the line 17" version
Cons
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1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.
Pros
- LED option available on top of the line 17" version
- Macbook Air inspired multi-touch trackpad
- 1920x1200 resolution option available in 17" model
Cons
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May 14, 2008
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0 out of 1 people found this review helpful.
Pros
- LED option available on top of the line 17" version
- Macbook Air inspired multi-touch trackpad
- Faster Penryn Core 2 Duo Processor
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February 26, 2008
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Pros
- Macbook Air inspired multi-touch trackpad
Cons
- Same chassis as predecessor
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August 20, 2009
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Pros
- Glossy screen for excellent brillance and nice photo display
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