“The new MacBook Pro is as advanced on the inside as it is stunning on the outside,” said Philip Schiller, Apple’s senior vice president of Worldwide Product Marketing, in the press release. “With faster processors, amazing graphics and up to three more hours of battery life, the new MacBook Pro delivers both performance and efficiency.”
All 13-inch MacBook Pro models now include faster Intel Core 2 Duo processors, 4GB RAM, a 10-hour built-in battery and the new NVIDIA GeForce 320M graphics processor. With 48 processing cores, the new NVIDIA GeForce 320M is the fastest integrated graphics processor on the market, ideal for graphics intensive applications or high performance games. The 13-inch MacBook Pro is available in two configurations: one with a 2.4 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo and 250GB hard drive priced at $1,199; and one with a 2.66 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo and 320GB hard drive priced at $1,499.
The new 15-inch and 17-inch MacBook Pro models are up to 50 percent faster than the previous systems. Using Intel’s state-of-the-art 32 nanometer process, Intel Core i5 and i7 processors integrate the memory controller and Level 3 cache for faster access to system memory. Hyper-Threading technology improves data throughput by creating virtual processing cores, while Turbo Boost optimizes performance between the two processor cores, accelerating the system from 2.66 GHz to 3.06 GHz for intensive dual core tasks, and up to 3.33 GHz for single core tasks.
All 15-inch and 17-inch models include two graphics processors, the new NVIDIA GeForce GT 330M for peak performance and Intel HD Graphics for energy efficient operation. More than twice as fast as the GeForce 320M, the powerful new GeForce GT 330M provides incredibly smooth, crisp on-screen graphics for the most demanding 3D games, creative software and technical applications. Apple’s automatic graphics switching determines which graphics processor an application needs and switches instantly between processors to deliver peak performance and long battery life. Tightly integrated hardware and software allow the new 15-inch and 17-inch MacBook Pro to deliver 8 to 9 hours on a single charge.
The new 15-inch MacBook Pro is available in three models: one with a 2.4 GHz Intel Core i5, NVIDIA GeForce GT 330M and 320GB hard drive at $1,799; one with a 2.53 GHz Intel Core i5, NVIDIA GeForce GT 330M and 500GB hard drive at $1,999; and one with a 2.66 GHz Intel Core i7, NVIDIA GeForce GT 330M and 500GB hard drive at $2,199. The new 17-inch MacBook Pro features a 2.53 GHz Intel Core i5, NVIDIA GeForce GT 330M and 500GB hard drive for $2,299.
The MacBook Pro glass Multi-Touch™ trackpad now supports inertial scrolling, an intuitive way to scroll through large photo libraries, lengthy documents and long web sites. All MacBook Pros feature bright, LED-backlit wide-angle displays with a broad color gamut. The 17-inch MacBook Pro includes a high resolution 1920 x 1200 display, and the 15-inch MacBook Pro is now available with an optional high resolution 1680 x 1050 display. Customers can also upgrade their MacBook Pro with new 128GB, 256GB and 512GB solid state drives.
As the industry’s greenest notebook lineup, every Mac notebook achieves EPEAT Gold status and meets Energy Star 5.0 requirements, setting a new standard for environmentally friendly notebook design. Each unibody enclosure is made of highly recyclable aluminum and comes standard with energy efficient LED-backlit displays that are mercury-free and made with arsenic-free glass. Mac notebooks contain no brominated flame retardants, are PVC-free and are constructed of recyclable materials.
Apple uses advanced chemistry, intelligent monitoring of the system and battery, and Adaptive Charging technology to create a notebook battery that delivers up to 10 hours of wireless productivity on a single charge and up to 1,000 recharges. The built-in battery design results in less waste and depleted batteries can be replaced for $129 or $179, which includes installation and disposal of your old battery in an environmentally responsible manner. A properly maintained MacBook Pro battery is designed to retain 80 percent or more of its original capacity during a lifespan of up to 1,000 recharge cycles. Battery life and charge cycles vary by use and settings. For more information visit www.apple.com/macbookpro/battery.
All Macs come with Mac OS X Snow Leopard, the world’s most advanced operating system, and iLife, Apple’s innovative suite of applications for managing photos, making movies and creating and learning to play music. Snow Leopard builds on a decade of OS X innovation and success with hundreds of refinements, new core technologies and out of the box support for Microsoft Exchange. iLife features iPhoto, to easily organize and manage photos; iMovie® with powerful easy-to-use new features such as Precision Editor, video stabilization and advanced drag and drop; and GarageBand® which introduces a whole new way to help you learn to play piano and guitar.
The new 13-inch MacBook Pro, 15-inch MacBook Pro, and 17-inch MacBook Pro are now available through the Apple Store, Apple’s retail stores and Apple Authorized Resellers.
The 2.4 GHz, 13-inch MacBook Pro, for a suggested retail price of US$1,199, includes:
• 13.3-inch widescreen LED-backlit 1280 x 800 glossy display
• 2.4 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo with 3MB shared L2 cache
• 1066 MHz front-side bus
• 4GB 1066 MHz DDR3 SDRAM, expandable to 8GB
• NVIDIA GeForce 320M integrated graphics
• 250GB serial ATA hard drive running at 5400 rpm, with Sudden Motion Sensor
• a slot-load 8X SuperDrive with double-layer support (DVD+/-R DL/DVD+/-RW/CD-RW) optical drive
• Mini DisplayPort (VGA, DVI and HDMI adapters sold separately)
• AirPort Extreme 802.11n wireless networking and Bluetooth 2.1+EDR
• Gigabit Ethernet port
• iSight video camera
• two USB 2.0 ports
• one FireWire 800 port (FireWire 400 compatible)
• SD card slot
• combined headphone/line in (analog/digital)
• glass Multi-Touch trackpad and illuminated keyboard
• built-in, 63.5WHr lithium polymer battery
• 60 Watt MagSafe Power Adapter
The 2.66 GHz, 13-inch MacBook Pro, for a suggested retail price of $1,499, includes:
• 13.3-inch widescreen LED-backlit 1280 x 800 glossy display
• 2.66 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo with 3MB shared L2 cache
• 1066 MHz front-side bus
• 4GB 1066 MHz DDR3 SDRAM, expandable to 8GB
• NVIDIA GeForce 320M integrated graphics
• 320GB serial ATA hard drive running at 5400 rpm, with Sudden Motion Sensor
• a slot-load 8X SuperDrive with double-layer support (DVD+/-R DL/DVD+/-RW/CD-RW) optical drive
• Mini DisplayPort (VGA, DVI and HDMI adapters sold separately)
• AirPort Extreme 802.11n wireless networking and Bluetooth 2.1+EDR
• Gigabit Ethernet port
• iSight video camera
• two USB 2.0 ports
• one FireWire 800 port (FireWire 400 compatible)
• SD card slot
• combined headphone/line in (analog/digital)
• glass Multi-Touch trackpad and illuminated keyboard
• built-in, 63.5WHr lithium polymer battery
• 60 Watt MagSafe Power Adapter
Build-to-order options for the 13-inch MacBook Pro include the ability to upgrade to 8GB 1066 MHz DDR3 SDRAM, a 320GB 5400 rpm or a 500GB 5400 rpm hard drive, a 128GB, 256GB or 512GB solid state drive, Mini DisplayPort to DVI Adapter, Mini DisplayPort to Dual-Link DVI Adapter (for 30-inch DVI display), Mini DisplayPort to VGA Adapter, Apple Remote, Apple MagSafe Airline Adapter and the AppleCare Protection Plan.
The 2.4 GHz, 15-inch MacBook Pro, for a suggested retail price of $1,799, includes:
• 15.4-inch widescreen LED-backlit 1440 x 900 glossy display
• 2.4 GHz Intel Core i5 with 3MB shared L3 cache
• 4GB 1066 MHz DDR3 SDRAM, expandable to 8GB
• integrated Intel HD Graphics + NVIDIA GeForce GT 330M discrete graphics with 256MB of VRAM
• 320GB serial ATA hard drive running at 5400 rpm, with Sudden Motion Sensor
• a slot-load 8X SuperDrive with double-layer support (DVD+/-R DL/DVD+/-RW/CD-RW) optical drive
• Mini DisplayPort (VGA, DVI and HDMI adapters sold separately)
• AirPort Extreme 802.11n wireless networking and Bluetooth 2.1+EDR
• Gigabit Ethernet port
• iSight video camera
• two USB 2.0 ports
• one FireWire 800 port
• SD card slot
• audio line in (analog/digital)
• audio line out/headphone (analog/digital)
• glass Multi-Touch trackpad and illuminated keyboard
• built-in, 77.5WHr lithium polymer battery
• 85 Watt MagSafe Power Adapter
The 2.53 GHz, 15-inch MacBook Pro, for a suggested retail price of $1,999, includes:
• 15.4-inch widescreen LED-backlit 1440 x 900 glossy display
• 2.53 GHz Intel Core i5 with 3MB shared L3 cache
• 4GB 1066 MHz DDR3 SDRAM, expandable to 8GB
• integrated Intel HD Graphics + NVIDIA GeForce GT 330M discrete graphics with 256MB of VRAM
• 500GB serial ATA hard drive running at 5400 rpm, with Sudden Motion Sensor
• a slot-load 8X SuperDrive with double-layer support (DVD+/-R DL/DVD+/-RW/CD-RW) optical drive
• Mini DisplayPort (VGA, DVI and HDMI adapters sold separately)
• AirPort Extreme 802.11n wireless networking and Bluetooth 2.1+EDR
• Gigabit Ethernet port
• iSight video camera
• two USB 2.0 ports
• one FireWire 800 port
• SD card slot
• audio line in (analog/digital)
• audio line out/headphone (analog/digital)
• glass Multi-Touch trackpad and illuminated keyboard
• built-in, 77.5WHr lithium polymer battery
• 85 Watt MagSafe Power Adapter
The 2.66 GHz, 15-inch MacBook Pro, for a suggested retail price of $2,199, includes:
• 15.4-inch widescreen LED-backlit 1440 x 900 glossy display
• 2.66 GHz Intel Core i7 with 4MB shared L3 cache
• 4GB 1066 MHz DDR3 SDRAM, expandable to 8GB
• integrated Intel HD Graphics + NVIDIA GeForce GT 330M discrete graphics with 512MB of VRAM
• 500GB serial ATA hard drive running at 5400 rpm, with Sudden Motion Sensor
• a slot-load 8X SuperDrive with double-layer support (DVD+/-R DL/DVD+/-RW/CD-RW) optical drive
• Mini DisplayPort (VGA, DVI and HDMI adapters sold separately)
• AirPort Extreme 802.11n wireless networking and Bluetooth 2.1+EDR
• Gigabit Ethernet port
• iSight video camera
• two USB 2.0 ports
• one FireWire 800 port
• SD card slot
• audio line in (analog/digital)
• audio line out/headphone (analog/digital)
• glass Multi-Touch trackpad and illuminated keyboard
• built-in, 77.5WHr lithium polymer battery
• 85 Watt MagSafe Power Adapter
Build-to-order options for the 15-inch MacBook Pro include the ability to upgrade to 8GB 1066 MHz DDR3 SDRAM, a high resolution 15-inch 1680 x 1050 display in glossy and antiglare, a 500GB 5400 rpm or 500GB 7200 rpm hard drive, a 128GB, 256GB or 512GB solid state drive, Mini DisplayPort to DVI Adapter, Mini DisplayPort to Dual-Link DVI Adapter (for 30-inch DVI display), Mini DisplayPort to VGA Adapter, Apple Remote, Apple MagSafe Airline Adapter and the AppleCare Protection Plan.
The 2.53 GHz, 17-inch MacBook Pro, for a suggested retail price of $2,299, includes:
• 17-inch widescreen LED-backlit 1920 x 1200, glossy display
• 2.53 GHz Intel Core i5 with 3MB shared L3 cache
• 4GB 1066 MHz DDR3 SDRAM, expandable to 8GB
• integrated Intel HD Graphics + NVIDIA GeForce GT 330M discrete graphics with 512MB of VRAM
• 500GB serial ATA hard drive running at 5400 rpm, with Sudden Motion Sensor
• a slot-load 8X SuperDrive with double-layer support (DVD+/-R DL/DVD+/-RW/CD-RW) optical drive
• Mini DisplayPort (VGA, DVI and HDMI adapters sold separately)
• AirPort Extreme 802.11n wireless networking and Bluetooth 2.1+EDR
• Gigabit Ethernet port
• iSight video camera
• three USB 2.0 ports
• one FireWire 800 port (FireWire 400 compatible)
• ExpressCard/34 expansion card slot
• audio line in (analog/digital)
• audio line out/headphone (analog/digital)
• glass Multi-Touch trackpad and illuminated keyboard
• built-in, 95WHr lithium polymer battery
• 85 Watt MagSafe Power Adapter
Build-to-order options for the 17-inch MacBook Pro include a 2.66 GHz Intel Core i7 processor, 8GB 1066 MHz DDR3 memory, a 500GB 7200 rpm hard drive, a 128GB, 256GB or 512GB solid state drive, antiglare display, Mini DisplayPort to DVI Adapter, Mini DisplayPort to Dual- Link DVI Adapter (for 30-inch DVI display), Mini DisplayPort to VGA Adapter, Apple Remote, Apple MagSafe Airline Adapter and the AppleCare Protection Plan.
Source: Apple Inc.
the 15″ price seems very much in line with the Dell i-5 15″ offerings…which appear to be only in the precision line of laptops…tweak a HD size here, memory there – pretty much same machine; the outliers are the diff in graphics “cards” and value of 10 hr battery;
I like the fact that the 17″ gets all the upgrades including the quad core i5 and the price DROPS $200! Looks like a pretty nice gaming laptop.
It’s amazing to see a MacBook Pro 13 that has the same clock speed, 2.66 ghz, same amount of memory 4g and same hard drive 320g as my old Mac Pro tower. And the MacBook video card is probably way better than the old ATI card in my tower. And all for $1499; over $1000 less than my tower was.
I don’t “need” any of these… don’t “need” an iPad… don’t… neeeed….don’t…….buy….must….resist…arg
Realistsun: No USB 3 on a “pro” labtop?? WTF??
Current Intel chipsets for the Nehalem architecture unfortunately have only crippled PCIe ports, so it comes down to either crippling the GPU connection (diverting some of the only full PCIe 2.0 lanes available) or to fiddle with kludgy PCIe multi-lane adapter solutions in order to get USB3 at least halfway to its capability.
Intel has screwed the pooch on that – it seems they’re betting on people first paying for new systems due to the Nehalem CPU performance increase and then all over again when they finally deign to release another set of CPUs and chipsets which actually have full USB3 support.
Not much Apple could do there without making major compromises at this point.
MDN word: past – as in: reminds me of the…
Flush loaded sd card? That’s likely the biggest error I’ve noticed. That sd card should not stick out. Fortunately, it’s of little consequence as I likely (mdn mw: Very Ironic!!) won’t be getting a new laptop anyway ;(
Still bangin’ away on the original Intel MacBook Pro 15″ (2.16 Core Duo equipped; not even Core 2 Duo).
The machine is still awesome—all original components. Use it everyday. Yeah. You get what you pay for. I don’t mind paying the price when I can still be a completely satisfied daily user of the product 4 years after purchase.
@Boy
“You’d think Apple could get close the gap a little. Even at $1199 I won’t be buying a MBP anytime soon.”
Yeah, I hear you. I wish Mercedes and BMW would close the price gap and compete a little better with Hyundai.
Hear me now, listen to me one day next week:
PC=CAR (for your average moron)
MAC=EXPERTLY ENGINEERED AUTOMOBILE (made for the moron with better taste and extra cash)
But no four core processors? What gives?!!
@Orenokotodaze,
If you’re using a G4 iBook every day, you sure as hell don’t need an i5 – a Core 2 Duo would be more than fine. For Pete’s sake, go ahead and upgrade! Pick up a refurb 13″ C2D MacBook and don’t look back – it’s a FAR superior machine in every way to your old iBook.
@ jocknerd;
One of Apple’s biggest Macbook customers is education.
Edu requires, above all else, a low price tag.
I own the previous generation MacBook Pro. My daughter just cracked the hinge on my laptop yesterday. Is that a hint to upgrade?
It’s a shame the 15 inch lower end version went up to 1799.
I really want Apple to continue to pressure the other PC makers. Gradually lowering the price (whilst maintaining profitability) is the smart way to do it.
Probably these new chips are more expensive and it will take 6 months for the price to drop.
Get ’em while you can. From here on, it’s all iPad all the time.
Want proof: these upgrades are small stuff missing essential next generation features.
Last word: when will Steve Jobs retract his edict – “Everyone wants glossy” – apparently the company has now fully confirmed that this command from the most high did not change the world.
Oh Great!!!
Now it’s $150 more for the anti-glare screen.
A$$-holes!
My friend Tom just bought two MacbookPros, three weeks ago. He didn’t tell until after he bought them. I would have said, “Wait for a month.” Does he have any recourse with Apple?
@ Realistsun – Once again, you confirm my theory that anyone who feels compelled to put “reality” or “realist” in their online user name, is also strangely compelled to hold a completely unrealistic viewpoint.
@ Numbered Days – That’s right, just keep trying to spread that FUD. But Apple’s Bugs Bunny will always defeat your Elmer FUD.
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Mr. Matte: Oh Great!!!
Now it’s $150 more for the anti-glare screen.
No. It’s $100 for the upgrade to the higher-resolution screen and just $50 on top of that for the matte option.
Mr. Matte: A$$-holes!
Projecting much…?
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It’s still $50.
You also get the high resolution screen.
who’s the A$$-hole now?
@ Mr. Matte It would have been nice to get the anti-glare, with out the hi res screen. I’ll know by Apr. 16 – 22 if its worth it.
Notice that Apple isn’t even featuring it on their home page – it’s at the bottom just below the magical device that will replace real computers like the MBP.
What’s the deal with the iMacs now? The “normal” sized one seems really outdated compared to these.
@NCIceman – trade ins are easy to do – try selling your existing machine on Craigslist, through a local user group, or thru the local want ads.
Example – my dad has a MBP 15 2.16. He wants a faster machine. Found a 2.5 GHz MBP 15 on Craigslist for $1150 (still under Applecare extended warranty). Selling his machine to a co-worker for $700. For $450 he gets a faster machine – $235 more to add a bigger drive and more RAM.
Yes Macs are more expensive, but they retain trade in value.
@@ Mr Matte
$150 for the higher resolution no glare
Solid upgrades.
No ExpressCard restoration in the 15-incher. Bummer, but I can deal with it.
15″ i7 with h-res anti-glare display, 500GB x 7200rpm hard drive and 8GB RAM for me! What’s there not to love about it?
To all fanboys…
Bottom line is that I’m still $150 down to get an anti-glare screen.
It once was free (no matter what resolution).
I love all the great stuff Steve has done, but he still can be off on some things. No one is perfect (except for the fanboys).
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What a joke…
For what you get for the money you spend on these new updates is preposterous.. aside from the increased battery life, there really is nothing to rave about…
I just bought a Asus G73JH-A2 w/ Core i7-720QM, 8GB, 1TB 7200 RPM drive, DVD+/-RW, 17.3in Full HD, Radeon HD 5870, Win 7 Home Premium 64-bit for just under $1700 Canadian which included a back pack and gaming mouse … I sold my October 09 Macbook, sick of the slower than windows 7 OS and the heat too …
My ASUS has a better graphics chip, does not heat up like the Macbook ( I swear I had a waffle iron sitting on my lap at times), it has the heating vents out of the back and Windows 7 does not have the habit of OS X which has the spinning beach ball occur more every-time a new Snow Leopard update comes out.. and the new stealth look of Asus looks great and is a durable rubberized finish…
My point is that Macbook Pros are way over priced and they need to change their ways as in offer more for the money people are spending if they want to truly got a larger market share for their laptops…