MacBook Pro has just been updated on 13 April 2010. There are no upgrades and no changes between this year and last year's model, described below.
UPGRADE
1) The MBP 13 now, has 4 GB of RAM standard (2 x 2GB sticks). This allows you to multi-task easily with no problems (last year's model had only 2 GB of RAM, which was insufficient) Now there's no need to spend more money to upgrade the RAM, unless you are really heavy multimedia work
2) It is also equipped with Nvidia GeForce 320M integrated graphics processor with 48 cores. This is an improvement over the GeForce 9400M chip in last year's model and will contribute to the graphics and content.
3) The supplied hard disk is 250 GB (160 GB in last year's model).
4) Mini Display Port now support video and audio with a compatible mini-DP to HDMI adapter (last year's model is only supported video)
STANDARD EQUIPMENT - from last year's 13-inch model (minor changes noted in parentheses)
An aluminum unibody;
Core 2 Duo processor (2.4 GHz - up from 2.26 GHz),
1280 x 800 resolution glossy LED-backlit screen;
iSight camera
8x SuperDrive DVD Burner
Large glass Multi-Touch trackpad (Intertial scrolling is now activated)
Backlit keyboard with comfortable chiclet keys
MagSafe Power Adapter (with redesigned the tip to reduce the load on the cable)
One FireWire 800 port
2 USB 2.0 ports
SD card slot
Wi-Fi - 802.11n, 802.11a/b/g, Bluetooth 2.1 and Gigabit Ethernet -10/100/1000.
Included software is OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard and iLife 09 suite of tools to create content. A 1-year warranty on parts and 90 days of telephone technical support is standard.
The lack of the latest Intel Core i5 and processors i3 processors in this machine is a disappointment (Anyone paying $ 1200 for a laptop positioned as a PRO expect new instead of 'old' processors to be part of the configuration), but I would still recommend MBP 13 for people who want to buy the lightest and most portable MacBook Pro and an accomplished machine in its own right. Demanding applications such as Skype, Photoshop, Lightroom, iMovie are smooth.
I would also consider purchasing AppleCare - AppleCare Protection Plan MC258LL / A - For Apple notebooks 13.3 inches and below, along with the laptop.
The truth is that Apple uses most of the same parts (hard drives, processors, DVD drives, wireless cards) to other laptop manufacturers use so their reliability is no worse or better than other laptop manufacturers. Unfortunately, what most customers do not know is that if a product / part failure occurs after the first year warranty is over Apple charging extremely high fees for repairing and replacing parts (as compared to other laptop manufacturers) If you do not have AppleCare.
Remember, it A.P.P. only covers hardware failure - no damage, so it's still expensive for what you get, but it's better than paying Apple's prices for repair / replacement of parts.
Another warranty extension options to consider are SquareTrade (which also covers damage protection). It is better to pay once for AppleCare or SquareTrade (your preference) and be covered for another two years after the first year is over, but to pay exorbitant repair / replacement of sanctions on some errors.
If the battery Apple advertises it as lasting for 9 to 10 hours of use. In fact, it allows you to be mobile in 3 to 6 hours - depending on the task using the computer. It is also an internal battery, so when it is finished, you have to take your machine to an Apple Store or an Apple Authorized Service Provider for replacement. However, Apple, the battery will hold 80% of the fee for up to 1000 charges, which means that about 3 to 4 years of daily use. So it will be a while before you have to go in favor of changing the battery.
Moreover, because MBP has a Mini DisplayPort, you must purchase a MiniDP to VGA converter or MiniDP to DVI converter if you ever want to connect the MB Pro to a larger screen - because Apple does not include it with the machine it will cost you $ 30 more if you buy it from Apple. Here is a cheaper solution - Mini DisplayPort to DVI female adapter cable for Apple MacBook, MacBook Pro, iMac, MacBook Air, Mac Mini Laptop
For those who are confused about whether they should buy $ 1199 MBP 13 or $ 1499 MBP 13 - the only difference between this model and the more expensive model's processor speed and disk space - the $ 1199 MBP 13 has a 2, 4 GHz processor and 250 GB hard drive and $ 1499 MBP 13 has a 2.66 GHz processor and 320 GB hard drive. If a 266 MHz (10% difference) and 70 GB more hard drive space is worth $ 300 more is your call. (Although you can buy a 500 GB portable hard drive for about $ 80 and install it yourself. Instructions on MBP 13 manual and you need a Phillips # 00 screwdriver. Installation videos are also available online)
Hope this helps!
UPDATE - The MBP has a good quality screen, but I must add that it might not be for everyone. Online reports on Apple's MB Pro support forums and personal experience suggest that the bright LED screen will cause tremendous eye strain and headaches for some people. Some users have said they can not use the computer for more than an hour at a time because of eye strain and headaches.
My and others' problems with the screen is an individual case, but there is a possibility that the monitor can not fit you and eyestrain and other health problems. While you can meet any of these questions. My advice would be to use the MB Pro has an extensive notebook within fourteen days return window, and if you are facing some of these questions do not hesitate to return it. If you are not facing any of these questions, then you might want to use your MB Pro.
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