Apple MacBook Pro MD313LL/A 13.3-Inch Laptop (NEWEST VERSION)With the revolutionary Thunderbolt technology, you'll be able to achieve bi-directional channels with transfer speeds to peripherals like external hard drives and servers up to an amazing 10 Gbps--while also connecting to a DisplayPort-compatible high-resolution display. As with previous models, the MacBook Pro features a precision unibody enclosure crafted from a single block of aluminum, creating a thin and light mobile computing workhorse (less than 1 inch thin and just 4.5 pounds) that's also highly durable. And it includes a 13.3-inch, LED-backlit glass display as well as a glass trackpad that doesn't include a button (for larger tracking area) that features Apple's Multi-Touch technology. You'll also get up to 7 hours of battery life while on the go. This version of the 13.3-inch MacBook Pro (model MD313LL/A) features a second-generation 2.4 GHz Core i5 dual-core processor, 500 GB hard drive, and 4 GB of installed RAM. Other features include integrated Intel HD Graphics 3000 graphics, ultra-fast Wireless-N Wi-Fi networking, Bluetooth connectivity, an SDXC card slot, two USB 2.0 ports, and a FireWire 800 port (see full specifications below). |
FaceTime HD camera built into the bezel for crisp, widescreen video chats (see larger image).
The backlit keyboard--great for typing in low-light settings (see larger image).
OS X LionEvery Mac comes with OS X Lion, the latest release of the world's most advanced desktop operating system. With over 250 features including Multi-Touch gestures, Mission Control, full-screen apps, and Launchpad, OS X Lion takes the Mac further than ever. Key OS X Lion Features
Key FeaturesRevolutionary Thunderbolt TechnologyDeveloped by Intel with collaboration from Apple, high-speed Thunderbolt I/O (input/output) technology delivers an amazing 10 gigabits per second of transfer speeds in both directions. Built into the MacBook Pro, the Thunderbolt port allows you to connect to new Thunderbolt-compatible peripherals as well as existing USB and FireWire peripherals using simple adapters. You'll be able to move data up to 20 times faster than with USB 2.0 and more than 12 times faster than with FireWire 800, and you can daisy-chain multiple high-speed devices without using a hub.And because Thunderbolt is based on DisplayPort technology, you'll be able to connect to a high-resolution display from the same port. Any Mini DisplayPort display plugs right into the Thunderbolt port, and you can also connect displays that use DisplayPort, DVI, HDMI, or VGA connections with an existing adapter. You'll also be able to include your display into a daisy-chained set of peripherals.  Next-Generation Dual-Core Intel ProcessorThis MacBook Pro is powered by a second-generation Intel Core i5 dual-core processor, which provides breakthrough digital media management, content creation, and 3D gaming capabilities. With updated Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, the latest Core i5 increases speed automatically for whatever you're doing, dynamically accelerating performance to match your workload.Intel's Hyper-Threading Technology enables each core of your processor to work on two tasks at the same time, delivering the performance you need for smart multitasking. And you'll enjoy a rich set of new features for a stunning and seamless visual experience with no additional hardware. The Core i5 processor also provides faster access to the installed RAM, with an integrated memory controller to connect fast 1333 MHz memory directly to the processor. With new microarchitecture, the graphics processor resides on the same chip as the central processor and has direct access to the 3 MB of shared L3 cache--helping your applications run at peak performance. And an integrated video encoder enables HD video calls with FaceTime, while an efficient decoder gives you long battery life when you're watching DVDs or iTunes movies. Buttonless Multi-Touch TrackpadWith no button on the glass trackpad, there's more room to track and click--left, right, center, and everywhere in between. Without a separate button, the trackpad gives your hands plenty of room to move on the large, silky glass surface. It also incorporates Multi-Touch gestures--including swipe, pinch, rotate, and four-finger swipe. And it also now supports inertial scrolling, an intuitive way to scroll through large photo libraries, lengthy documents and long web sites.Key Specifications
What's in the Box13.3-inch MacBook Pro, display cleaning cloth, 60W MagSafe Power Adapter, AC wall plug, power cord, printed and electronic documentationLimited Warranty And ServiceThe MacBook Pro comes with 90 days of free telephone support and a 1-year limited warranty, which can be extended to 3 years with the AppleCare Protection Plan.Installed SoftwareAt the heart of every MacBook Pro--and every Mac--is OS X Lion, an operating system that's both easy to use and incredibly powerful. It's built on a rock-solid UNIX foundation and engineered to take full advantage of the technologies in every new Mac. So everything works together perfectly. And features like Multi-Touch gestures and Mission Control let you interact with your computer in amazing and intuitive new ways.
 AppleCare Protection PlanBecause Apple makes the hardware, the operating system, and many applications, the Mac is a truly integrated system. And only the AppleCare Protection Plan gives you one-stop service and support from Apple experts, so most issues can be resolved in a single call. Extend the complimentary service and support on your Mac to 3 years from the original Mac purchase date with the AppleCare Protection Plan. You get direct telephone access to Apple experts for technical questions, and you get global repair coverage--including both parts and labor--for your Mac and select Apple peripherals. |
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By
Harry Austin (Colorado)
(REAL NAME)
Amazon Verified Purchase
This review is from: Apple MacBook Pro MD313LL/A 13.3-Inch Laptop (NEWEST VERSION) (Personal Computers)
I recently made the switch from PC to Mac, and I can say that I'm not
sure why I waited so long. Considering that I have only had my computer
a few weeks I can't say much about the durability and longevity of the
hardware, but I can say that the operating system (mine shipped with
Lion) and software is top notch.I labored for a long time trying to decide whether the 13" MacBook Pro (MBP) or MacBook Air was the right choice for me. I liked the form factor, screen resolution and weight of the Air, but couldn't get comfortable with the comparatively small hard drive and the RAM fixed at 4GB. Considering these factors along with the significant price premium for an Air, I decided that the MBP was right for me. I also thought long and hard about whether to go with the base model with the 2.4Ghz i5 processor and 500 GB HDD or the 2.8Ghz i7 processor with the 750GB HDD. after looking at reviews and benchmark tests I decided that for my uses, the less expensive model would be perfect and that the incremental added performance of the more expensive model is not worth the additional cost. When large solid state drives become more affordable I will probably switch my HDD out, but until then 500GB should provide plenty of storage. I opted to get my computer locally, but purchased the Crucial 8GB Kit (4GBx2), 204-pin SODIMM, DDR3 PC3-10600 Memory Module (CT2KIT51264BC1339) from Amazon for a great price. Once I got my computer home I installed the RAM in 10 minutes, start to finish. If you are planning this upgrade just be sure that you have the right Phillips head screwdriver. After using this computer for the past few weeks and carrying it on weekly business trips I am very pleased with my choice of computers. It handles the Microsoft office suite flawlessly, and the added ram allows me to open and view very large pdf files without any lag. I have done minor video and photo editing on this computer and it performed very well. The added weight compared to the Air hasn't proven to be too noticeable, but I am a big guy at 6'4" and 210 pounds. So far I am pleased with this computer and my Mac experience overall. The process of learning a new OS and overall user interface was daunting at first, but Apple has done a great job creating a system that is intuitive and easy to learn. I would recommend this computer to anyone looking for a new laptop that they expect to have for awhile and would like to be able to customize to fit their needs.
5.0 out of 5 stars
No More Windows for Me!,
By
J. Ferris "tunawish" (Rio de Janeiro, Brasil)
(REAL NAME)
This review is from: Apple MacBook Pro MD313LL/A 13.3-Inch Laptop (NEWEST VERSION) (Personal Computers)
I waited a month before writing this review to make sure my initial impression would hold up & it did.MacBook Pro's - 1. Track Pad (Fantastic!) 2. No Trial Software (everything installed is fully functional - no more nag screens) 3. Battery Life (I get around 5 or 6 hours on a charge) 4. Incremental Backups with Time Machine (You can use almost any external HD instead Apple's expensive Time Capsule) 5. Support is Awesome (Nuff said) 6. It's Just Plain Sexy (No more Windows bricks for me...) MacBook Con's - 1. No HDMI out 2. USB Ports too close together 3. Steve Jobs is Dead If you're a long time Windows user; ask yourself if this story sounds familiar? You've got a girlfriend/boyfriend who annoys you on a daily basis, but you stick with her/him year after year because you don't want to spend the time learning the ins & outs of a new one? Then one day, a sleek, sexy chick/dude catches your eye & you start hanging out with her/him & pretty soon you're kicking that old broad/bum out on the street.That's me & Microsoft. I started; decades ago, as a DOS user with an 8088 machine & continued all the way up to Windows 7. I've got a new girlfriend now & she blows the old one away. The old one just blows.
5.0 out of 5 stars
MD 314LL/A 2.8 GHz, 750 GB HDD,
By
Steelers Fan
This review is from: Apple MacBook Pro MD314LL/A 13.3-Inch Laptop (NEWEST VERSION) (Personal Computers)
The reviews here are for the MD313LL/A, yet the computer is actually
MD314LL/A, which has a faster processor and bigger hard drive.The
MD314LL/A features a 2.8 GHz i7 processor, integrated Intel 3000
graphics and a 750 GB hard drive. I've never owned an Apple laptop
before, so there was a little bit of a learning curve. Now that I'm
getting the hang of it, I'm beginning to like OSX Lion better than
Windows. Programs can be run on separate virtual desktops, and the
computer never misses a beat when several programs are active.
Switching between different desktops or open programs can be done by
merely sliding three fingers forward on the large touchpad.
Control-clicking on words or phrases in Safari brings up a context
sensitive menu which allows the user to select to view a dictionary,
Wikipedia, or do a Google search in a pop-up window in the browser. You
can also ask the computer to speak the word or phrase, if you have any
doubts about pronunciation. Safari also includes links to a library of
plug-ins at extensions.apple.com, which includes a plug-in for Flash, so
you can now watch free Hulu videos and other videos online. The
network preferences window makes it far easier than Windows to set up a
list of public DNS servers to bypass the sometimes slow, glitchy ISP
servers.This computer is completely silent. I wasn't even sure
it had a cooling fan until I downloaded a utility to monitor the fan
speed. This computer is super fast, and the base plate never gets more
than lukewarm. The light weight, small footprint, lighted keyboard,
crisp screen and speed really make this computer shine.The attention to detail is really outstanding. The cooling vents on the back of the base are completely covered by a sliding plate when the lid is closed, keeping dust out of the innards. The power supply has flip out legs for winding the cord for storage and the prongs can be removed so it can be used as a brick type supply with the supplied AC cord. The computer also has a green LED battery status gauge built into the left side of the base, which is activated by a flush button. The lid snaps shut quietly even though there are no cheesy stick-on rubber bumpers, and it is held closed by magnets. The built in light sensor shuts off the keyboard backlighting and brightens the display in bright ambient light. The computer also has a 3 axis accelerometer to protect the hard drive from damage. The attention to detail is why Macs are more expensive than the various PC clones.
5.0 out of 5 stars
MacBook Pro: Think Different,
By
John Williamson "JargonTalk" (Bucks County, PA USA)
(VINE VOICE) (TOP 500 REVIEWER) (REAL NAME)
This review is from: Apple MacBook Pro MD313LL/A 13.3-Inch Laptop (NEWEST VERSION) (Personal Computers)
Steve Jobs had returned to Apple, which had been a struggling company,
and it was time to align it once again with world of creative users. In
1997 an ad was run with actor Richard Dreyfuss reading the voiceover,
which began with: "Here's to the Crazy Ones. The misfits. The rebels.
The troublemakers. The round pegs in the square holes. The ones who see
things differently." Think Different... that was the 1997 slogan and
theme for Apple's comeback to the world of serious computing after the
return of Steve Jobs, and perhaps it was a cynical reference to IBM's
famous "Think" slogan. Whatever it was, this was the ad campaign that
restored Apple's reputation under the leadership of the late Steve Jobs.Take this MacBook Pro review as one from a dedicated Windows PC user who made the switch awhile ago, with time enough to put it through its paces, to do side-by-side comparisons. I've owned a Mac before, back in the day of the Macintosh SE, and though I found it to be extremely useful for desktop publishing in the days when Aldus PageMaker reigned supreme in that area, I saw things blend as Microsoft slowly got its act together, for the most part. When it came time to upgrade back then, I stuck with the Windows PCs... until recently, when I found the need to diversify a bit. To make this easy for those who just want to get to the facts quickly, I'll list the positive and negative points that I've personally found with the MacBook Pro first, then elaborate with details a bit further on. Please also remember that these are coming from a satisfied Windows 7 PC user, and one with multiple computers. MacBook Pro Positives: * Well thought-out packaging, easy out of the box setup * Excellent build quality, unparalleled detail in workmanship * Superb aluminum unibody chassis construction, has a good solid feel * Sharp 13.3-Inch backlit display, first-rate 1280-by-800 Resolution * Screen display has excellent color resolution and contrast for photos * First class backlit keyboard, easy to use in low-light situations * Very fast boot up even with password protection enabled * Proven Mac OS X operating system; based on UNIX (like a server) * Built-in SD card slot; great for transferring photos to computer * Responsive ergonomic multi-touch trackpad; no buttons, excellent cursor control * Well-engineered 60W power adapter with decent cable management system * Automated incremental backups with Time Machine, works with almost any external HDD In Between: * Claimed 7 hour battery life; 3-4 hours is more like it Negatives: * No built-in HDMI or VGA output, adapters must be purchased separately * Only 2 USB 2.0 ports, and they are too close together The Details: We each have our reasons for the computers that we own. Mine were primarily to have a compact yet sturdy platform for word processing, accessing the Internet, and digital photo processing. That stated, there's little to not like about this MacBook Pro. The Intel Dual-Core Processor is fast and efficient, and even better than the Pentium Dual-Core 2.20GHz processor on my Windows 7 notebook PC. It's one thing to see it in the store, but when one gets it home and takes it out of the well-designed box, it's apparent that this is a better grade computer than might have been anticipated. The first thing that is noticed once it's unwrapped is the workmanship. The unibody main enclosure, constructed from a single block of aluminum, is proof of this attention to detail and it helps add to its durability. The 13-inch backlit LCD display is sharp, and has the excellent color resolution and contrast that I need, especially when working with photos. The glossy screen actually helps to see images with their full clarity. Using both Adobe software apps and Nikon Capture NX 2, having clear and sharp resolution is an absolute necessity, and this MacBook Pro offers that. The backlit keyboard is a pleasure to use, and quite functional in low-light mobile locations. I'm also very impressed with the quick boot up, even with the password startup screen enabled, a security necessity when at some mobile locations. It's hard to fault OS X in any way. This operating system is UNIX-based, and therein lays its strength, along with its ability to run 64-bit applications. It works right out of the box without fiddling or tweaking. It's far better than Mac OS 9 and its predecessors, and the security while on the `Net is reassuring. The tiny built-in SD card slot has proven itself to be good for transferring photos from the digital cameras to the computer. I've also used it to transfer other media files and documents between computers in a pinch. It took awhile to get used to the trackpad, with its so-called "multi-touch gestures," but once mastered it's easy to use. Must admit that I do revert to using a mouse when using the computer at home... call it years of conditioning. This computer really shines with the inclusion of the Time Machine application, and I was happy to find that I could use a reasonable priced off-the-shelf hard drive to do automated incremental backups. I have a Toshiba 500 GB USB Portable Hard Drive, and all I did was reformat it to HFS+ Journaled file system to use the Time Machine backup software. It works like a champ. The external 60W power adapter is well engineered and keeps my computer running cooler than PC notebooks with internal power supplies. I appreciate the magnetic DC connector as it pops off easily if some klutz trips on the cord, necessitating a costly repair as I found out when someone did that to one of my PC notebooks. The LED in the connector head helps: amber it's charging, green it's charged; very simple and effective. Other Notes: The battery life being less than advertised I can live with. I would have expected HDMI and/or VGA output to be built-ins with a computer of this quality. But I have yet to buy the adapters. But to have only two built-in USB 2.0 ports is irritating, and those are too close together. Problem solved with an external 4-port ISB adapter, so that issue is closed. I have had issues with laptop carrying bags in the past, and now carry my MacBook Pro in a ThinkTank Artificial Intelligence 15 V. 2.0 Laptop Bag. I picked this one over many others from heavy experience with photo gear, and know that Think Tank makes exceptionally good pro gear. It protects my computer from the elements quite well, holds more gear than I can explain here (I have reviewed it), and can highly recommend it to anyone who wants to protect their MacBook with the kind of case that it really deserves. Browser note: I've used the included Safari browser, but my de-facto standard remains Google Chrome. Safari is a decent browser, but because I find it necessary to synchronize my email on the Mac, the PCs and even one older Linux-based notebook (it's a geek/support thing), Chromes just works better, and I find it faster. Your experiences may differ, so try whichever works for you. I'm running Office for Mac 2011 and have found its interface to be even better than Microsoft Office 2010 or 2007 on the PC. Didn't know if the implementation of Outlook for Mac 2011 would be better than Entourage, which was buggy, but Outlook turned out to be excellent, and it's become my mainstay over the PC version. Heat is an issue that I had heard of by some, yet I have not experienced. The heat level is better than my old HP, Compaq or Dell, and far better than my VAIO (which was very bad). The only one that has been better heat-wise is my current ASUS notebook running Windows 7, but not by much. Had been tempted to get a keyboard skin for general protection in the field, but heard that these interfere with the ventilation, so that idea has been tabled for the present. Future: I may upgrade to 8 GB of RAM, which has been recommended by a number of people if and when system performance issues arise. The RAM upgrades are quite reasonable, but I'm pleasantly surprised at how well it runs with the standard 4 GB at this point. In Conclusion... I could say more, but the best advice that I can offer is that if you get one, take it out of the box, plug it in and charge it. After that, turn it on and see how easy it can be... the MacBook Pro just works, as you'll see. Think Different is a reality, and this one proves it.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Fastest Laptop I have ever Owned,
By
Janice Edwards
(REAL NAME)
This review is from: Apple MacBook Pro MD313LL/A 13.3-Inch Laptop (NEWEST VERSION) (Personal Computers)
The MacBook Pro line is, of course, at the top of Apple products. The
setup of this machine was smooth. I was able to transfer all of the data
and applications from my previous MacBook Pro to this new gadget
without any issues at all. At setup it asked if I had another Mac I
wanted to use to load documents, etc, from and it gave me an option for
methods of doing so.The picture quality is simply incredible, I love that the keyboard is backlit, and the touchpad is so streamlined it actually makes it easier to use. It is faster. It has more memory. It's, without a doubt, the best laptop I've ever owned. I'm constantly on the go, so the thin size of the laptop is also a huge plus. I should of bought a laptop sleeve when I first bought my Mac, my only regret. After spending over a grand on this amazing device, I'm doing like everything I can to protect it. I highly recommend getting some type of laptop sleeve with it, Laptop Sleeve 15 inch Neoprene Surf Art Style, there's something about this particular design that I just love. Makes such a difference now that I use it daily. Besides the actual case being lightweight and tough, it fits my Mac like a glove, I recommend it. In summary, the Apple Macbook Pro is second to none. The speed of the processor alone is worth the purchase price, my internet speed literally tripled when I first got online with my Mac. Highly Recommended!
5.0 out of 5 stars
MacBook Pro is the best laptop for your money.,
By
Misanthrope™
(TOP 1000 REVIEWER)
Amazon Verified Purchase
This review is from: Apple MacBook Pro MD313LL/A 13.3-Inch Laptop (NEWEST VERSION) (Personal Computers)
I debated about getting a Macbook Pro rather than getting a Windows
laptop, even though I personally have several Macs, had PCs in the past,
and am well aware of the advantages and disadvantages of each. I was
not sure whether I would want to spend that much money on a laptop that I
may not use nearly as much as my desktop. I considered purchasing a
Windows laptop that was about half the price.When researching various brands of laptops, however, I found it difficult to decide on what exactly to purchase. There are so many different choices, and choice is a good thing normally. However, I have had only one PC (a Dell) out of several over the years that was not a problem in some way. Others were another Dell desktop, a Dell laptop, and an HP desktop. My most recent attempt was an ASUS laptop, and the charger was able to go through two charging cycles before it died. I've experienced the "service" of all of the above, and I'm not impressed. There are a few things I considered: + Reliability / Quality + Service + User friendliness - Crapware / bloatware - Viruses and other malware After considering where I am more likely to find the desirable characteristics and a lack of undesirable ones, Apple wins again. Call me a fanboy, if you must, but anyone that sticks to Windows through thick and thin, considering the alternatives (Mac, Linux), with the exception of business users that for some reason cannot escape, is more fanboy than anyone. *** Now, as for the performance of this MacBook, I think it is stellar. Great speed, RAM appears to be sufficient (less RAM is needed for OS X than for Windows 7), very responsive, goes to sleep and wakes up promptly, and battery life appears to be wonderful (remember to calibrate the battery in the first week and every month or so, regardless of what Apple or anyone else says about it not being required for the built-in batteries). I know many people are getting extra RAM right off the bat for this product, and one of the choices is one from Crucial. I would recommend using Crucial's advisory tool before purchase, as some things that are suggested by Amazon are not compatible according to Crucial. This goes for any other RAM manufacturer, as well.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Quality Product,
By
Abraham Jeyakumar (MO)
(REAL NAME)
This review is from: Apple MacBook Pro MD313LL/A 13.3-Inch Laptop (NEWEST VERSION) (Personal Computers)
I have been a Pc user for all my life. I am an art major and I needed
something that runs reliably with some of the heavy software that I
would be using. I had used a iMac at school to finish up a a project
with Photoshop (this was a public computer) and it worked amazingly. The
first thing I noticed was the fact that there is only one clicking
button, not the left and right click that you would see on a PC. The
stability of the OS X 10.7.2 is amazing. I have never used such a quick
computer before. The computer comes beautifully packaged and the shape
of the laptop is just remarkable. I don't know how they were able to fit
such a fine mechanism into such a drastically aesthetic design. It's
like Apple thought carefully about ease of use, neutrality in color,
while also being fully aware of the software. The finger swipes are
addictive. You CANNOT do anyhing like this on a PC that I know of. The
trackpad is revolutionary in my mind. It is just one solid gray square
made of glass. It feels your fingers swipes and seemlessly manages to
switch from window to window, screen to screen. The camera is high
quality. There is no random, no-name software in here either. This is
one of the main things that really almost brought be to tears. I didn't
have to uninstall all the useless junkware. The computer turns on,
welcomes you, and prompts a few start up questions. Then you have the
desktop. I don't, in any way feel pretentious about having this
computer. This IS a very expensive computer, but I know that it is a
high quality computer, well worth the price. I spend very little time on
forums, trying to figure out how to use it. I don't have to call up the
geeks to do the things I want, which is nice. In the long run, I may
end up spending less money on repairs. I am fotunate that this device is
within my grasp, but the truth is, if I couldn't dish out this kind of
money, I would have had to settle for a PC.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Review from a long time windows user - Excellent Notebook,
By
SamTheTechy (Chandler, AZ, USA) -
This review is from: Apple MacBook Pro MD313LL/A 13.3-Inch Laptop (NEWEST VERSION) (Personal Computers)
First of all, I am a systems engineer doing systems development for the
past 15 years or more. I have used the very first versions of windows
until windows 7. I have used all kinds of other operating systems like
Android, Linux, Unix, Ubuntu etc etc.This is my first Mac and I am very impressed with my 2 days of of usage so far. Getting used to trackpad and gestures took a while but I think I am comfortable now. I upgraded RAM to 8GB (bought Crucial sticks from Amazon). Removing back cover needs some mastery of tools but when I removed the factory RAM and installed new sticks, they were recognized instantly and the macbook became even faster. If you are a normal email/simple app user, there is absolutely no need to upgrade memory. 4GB of memory is more than enough for this OS. I could configure VPN in minutes (compared to hours on a windows PC) and it works right out of the box. There is no unnecessary software that came with this Mac and no need to uninstall anything. No virus issues as well. Everything simply works. No crashes or freezes so far. I am an avid Google chrome user but when I saw how fast the Safari browser is, I didn't even think of installing Chrome on this. When the screen backlight is set to 50%, battery lasts for about 7.5 hrs with light usage. Video/Youtube etc strains the battery a bit more. Hardware is a work of art and there are no complaints about it. Looks and feels beautiful and very sturdy. I expect to use this notebook for at least 5 years if not more. If you are also a windows user and thinking of moving to Mac, just don't think. Do the plunge and you won't repent. I gaurantee it.
Amazon Verified Purchase
This review is from: Apple MacBook Pro MD314LL/A 13.3-Inch Laptop (NEWEST VERSION) (Personal Computers)
Okay, I'm the first to admit that I'm not a computer person. I barely
know anything about technology-only that I need it to survive. I had a
Macbook for a couple of years that I bought from a friend and needed an
upgrade. As this was the cheapest option available, I figured I'd go for
it.And I'm so glad I did. It is incredibly user friendly. At the setup it asked if I had another Mac I wanted to use to load documents, etc, from and it gave me an option for methods of doing so. I ended up using my external hard drive for it. The computer remembered everything the way I had it on my other system-right down to the last detail. Setting it up took almost no time. I got the 500gb with 4gb of RAM and it runs so well. I am going to be upgrading it to 8g just because I want it to be even faster but from what I can tell it doesn't need it. The picture quality is incredible, I love that the keyboard is backlit, and the touchpad is so streamlined it actually makes it easier to use. I highly recommend this product whether you are a first time Mac user or a Mac lover from way back in the day. You won't be disappointed. *Note* I bought this product on Black Friday and received it two days ahead of schedule. Good job, Amazon. Excellent work.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Love it!!,
By
Bethany D.Amazon Verified Purchase
This review is from: Apple MacBook Pro MD313LL/A 13.3-Inch Laptop (NEWEST VERSION) (Personal Computers)
As a previous Windows user (11+ years), I was a little skeptical
switching to Mac. However, due to my new career in photography, this was
a must! I'm so highly impressed with this computer -- automatic
updates, no pop-ups, no virus problems, and I don't have to wait an hour
to restart the system! It was a little difficult for me to fork out the
extra cash, but I'm so glad I did! No regrets whatsoever--I'm totally
sold on Mac!
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