I'm ordering the 17" MBP in a few weeks. I keep dropping by the local Apple Store to check it out. Pretty unbelievable compared to my first PowerBook (PB 140). That one had only a 40MB hard drive, less memory than the video RAM on this new beauty.
I'm ordering the 17" MBP in a few weeks. I keep dropping by the local Apple Store to check it out. Pretty unbelievable compared to my first PowerBook (PB 140). That one had only a 40MB hard drive, less memory than the video RAM on this new beauty.
The chip's cache is probably larger than the memory in the PB140.
I remember spending over $500 (in 1988 dollars) to upgrade my Mac Plus to 4MB.
What year do we expect 1GB RAM to become standard? 2008?
I think for most people it already is (almost everyone I know upgrades to 1GB, no matter what computer they buy) but to answer your question I believe by the beginning of next year, 2007. (I've read that to be able to run Vista you'll need a minimum of 1GB)
But Apple already has there higher end Pro laptops with 1GB of Ram and most people believe the Pro Macs (or whatever they will be called) will also come with 1GB.
Anyways back on topic, I reserved mines yesterday, a white Macbook 2.0 GHz plus 1GB of RAM. I Should be getting it, in the next 2 weeks so I'm very happy
Premium Ready guidelines will call for a 1GHz processor, 1GB RAM and 128MB of dedicated graphics memory.
But, having met those, a PC's graphics processor must also adhere to DirectX9, WDDM (the Windows device driver model format for writing drivers) along with supporting Pixel Shader 2.0 and offering a color depth of 32 bits per pixel, in addition to a minimum bandwidth requirement, the sources said.
Microsoft is expected to say that 128MB of graphics memory will be capable of serving a display with up to 1.9 million pixels, a resolution of up to 1200 by 1600 pixels.
It's expected to say that higher resolutions will call for another step up in memory, an allotment of 256MB or more.
The requirements mirror several suggestions made by Gartner Group, which said in a March 28 report that Vista would require at least 1GB of memory to show its full colors.
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For its part, Gartner has suggested that corporate buyers specify, at a minimum, that their desktops include the 945G chip set, a Pentium 4 processor and at least 1GB of RAM, while notebooks start with a Core Duo processor, the 945GM chip set and 1GB of RAM.
Technology-minded buyers looking for greater performance, particularly in notebooks, should look at stepping up to 2GB of RAM and a discrete graphics chip, the firm said.
It is interesting how the black 2.0 took an early lead, but now with 71 votes it trails the 2.0 white by a small margin. Can't wait until this reaches 100.
MacBook White 2.0 for me....i can always upgrade the RAM myself at a later date. As far as hard drive goes, i can always use my old mp3 player as an external. plannin to buy the next gen of iPod (if it supports more video formats...grrr). Personally i don't see much difference between the white 2.0 and the 15" MBP. I'm sure the MPB performs better with graphics, but not enough to warrant an extra $500.
With 90 votes, 85% of the respondents chose the 2.0 models, so, though it has been argued the 1.83 is the best value, Apple is going to make money off of those who want better machines at a slight premium.
Also, about 66% of the respondents chose the models with increased memory or HD, suggesting few are satisfied with the "as is" models and that perhaps Apple is hoping to make a bunch of money off of people upgrading.
I picked MacBookPro 2.16 (1GB, 100GB, super) $2499. Later, I went to the Apple.com and noticed that $2499 couldn't get me a 17-inch MBP. I want the 17-inch MBP.
My Macbook Pro 15" 2.0 just arrived today, and so far so good. I wanted the Black Macbook, but gave in to the 'old' look because of the desire for better graphics.
No heat or whine as far as I can tell so far. A little warm in the left hand corner, but probably cooler than the 15" 1.25 Ghz Powerbook it replaces.
Still, I wish they had done a more radical re-design, as it feels too much like I'm using the same Mac (though faster and with a vastly better screen).
Eh. To me it would be about having fewer devices I need to have hanging around and plugged in. External super drive means two more cables...desk space...yech. I hate cables. I think Steve Jobs and I are "soul mates" in that regard.
Who says there won't be an internet Superdrive you can install with half a page of instructions?
Comments
Originally posted by audiopollution
I already have a 20" iMac Core Duo for my dvd-burning needs.
I sold my final revision 17" PB and the proceeds were just enough to purchase the iMac with almost enough left over for the low-end Macbook.
That's a really good point. I have a 20" iMac G5 (w/Super Drive).
Hmmm...
Now you have me re-thinking.
Originally posted by Chris Cuilla
A mere 7% for the as-is low-end.
Well, don't forget that this is a board for Apple enthusiasts. Not entirely representative of the market as a whole.
Originally posted by Mr. H
Well, don't forget that this is a board for Apple enthusiasts. Not entirely representative of the market as a whole.
Right.
( not a scientific poll
Originally posted by neutrino23
I'm ordering the 17" MBP in a few weeks. I keep dropping by the local Apple Store to check it out. Pretty unbelievable compared to my first PowerBook (PB 140). That one had only a 40MB hard drive, less memory than the video RAM on this new beauty.
The chip's cache is probably larger than the memory in the PB140.
I remember spending over $500 (in 1988 dollars) to upgrade my Mac Plus to 4MB.
I wish I had that money back.
Originally posted by Chris Cuilla
What year do we expect 1GB RAM to become standard? 2008?
I think for most people it already is (almost everyone I know upgrades to 1GB, no matter what computer they buy) but to answer your question I believe by the beginning of next year, 2007. (I've read that to be able to run Vista you'll need a minimum of 1GB)
But Apple already has there higher end Pro laptops with 1GB of Ram and most people believe the Pro Macs (or whatever they will be called) will also come with 1GB.
Anyways back on topic, I reserved mines yesterday, a white Macbook 2.0 GHz plus 1GB of RAM. I Should be getting it, in the next 2 weeks so I'm very happy
Premium Ready guidelines will call for a 1GHz processor, 1GB RAM and 128MB of dedicated graphics memory.
But, having met those, a PC's graphics processor must also adhere to DirectX9, WDDM (the Windows device driver model format for writing drivers) along with supporting Pixel Shader 2.0 and offering a color depth of 32 bits per pixel, in addition to a minimum bandwidth requirement, the sources said.
Microsoft is expected to say that 128MB of graphics memory will be capable of serving a display with up to 1.9 million pixels, a resolution of up to 1200 by 1600 pixels.
It's expected to say that higher resolutions will call for another step up in memory, an allotment of 256MB or more.
The requirements mirror several suggestions made by Gartner Group, which said in a March 28 report that Vista would require at least 1GB of memory to show its full colors.
For its part, Gartner has suggested that corporate buyers specify, at a minimum, that their desktops include the 945G chip set, a Pentium 4 processor and at least 1GB of RAM, while notebooks start with a Core Duo processor, the 945GM chip set and 1GB of RAM.
Technology-minded buyers looking for greater performance, particularly in notebooks, should look at stepping up to 2GB of RAM and a discrete graphics chip, the firm said.
sorce: yahoo news http://news.yahoo.com/
(click tech and then go to Software news, you should see it)
and for all your Vista needs: http://www.microsoft.com/windowsvist...s/default.mspx
(EDIT: Sorry this was meant to be an edit to the post above not a new post.)
thats my rant
No need for a superdrive or a larger harddisk. And I don't play games.
I have a Dual 1.8 G5 for DVD burning and I prefer a faster Firewire harddisk instead of the expensive and slow 2.5" 5400 PRM drives.
The price of the MacBook is great.
But before I buy, the temperature of the MacBook must come down. I am afraid it's too high to keep all the components reliable in long term...
15" Macbook Pro 2.16 GHz, maybe + 7200 RPM HD.
Tasks:
Student stuff (studying to become a teacher)
Photoediting
DVD playing (on TV via DVI converter) and burning
Serious gaming - WOW, Battlefield 2 via Windows XP etc.
The new Macbook is great, but not for me.
Enjoy!
PS. Would you recommend the optional faster harddrive for these purposes?
Also, about 66% of the respondents chose the models with increased memory or HD, suggesting few are satisfied with the "as is" models and that perhaps Apple is hoping to make a bunch of money off of people upgrading.
In the first comment, I said if you had to buy one. I do not consider anything non-Mac to be a computer.
i just assumed you were asking how we'd buy it from Apple.
cause i'm gonna upgrade to 2GB memory and a 7200 rpm harddrive but im not gonna get raped buy Apple to do it for me.
No heat or whine as far as I can tell so far. A little warm in the left hand corner, but probably cooler than the 15" 1.25 Ghz Powerbook it replaces.
Still, I wish they had done a more radical re-design, as it feels too much like I'm using the same Mac (though faster and with a vastly better screen).
I am replacing a iBook which I love, because I want to add Windows ( for one single program I need)
I think the Windows option is going to sell a lot of Macbooks
Originally posted by onlooker
Where is the option for none?
or "GIVE ME MY FOOKIN' MAC PRO OR WHATEVER YOU WANT TO CALL IT PLEASE APPLE PLEASE"
Originally posted by Chris Cuilla
Eh. To me it would be about having fewer devices I need to have hanging around and plugged in. External super drive means two more cables...desk space...yech. I hate cables. I think Steve Jobs and I are "soul mates" in that regard.
Who says there won't be an internet Superdrive you can install with half a page of instructions?