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Shopping New York
Thanks for the info- do the stores ever sell upgraded models or are they only available online? Will be in New York for a week I could try ordering online and pick up in store at a push.
Think I'm more excited by the new retina pro than visiting New York- Sad!
Thanks for the info- do the stores ever sell upgraded models or are they only available online? Will be in New York for a week I could try ordering online and pick up in store at a push.
Think I'm more excited by the new retina pro than visiting New York- Sad!
I just ordered mine 2 minutes ago, hope to god for ML
Just so freakin excited, but I read reviews that some apps look like crap?
I have one question, why is 2.6 to 2.7 an extra 225$, from 2.4 to 2.7 it was about 100?
I got almost maxed out
16gb
512
2.6
Just so freakin excited, but I read reviews that some apps look like crap?
I have one question, why is 2.6 to 2.7 an extra 225$, from 2.4 to 2.7 it was about 100?
I got almost maxed out
16gb
512
2.6
BTW I got the same exact mac as yours
Their are currently no good sleeves or cases you can buy on amazon or apple store (their will be soon). Waterfield makes all of those items, but cost $$$
I was in the 5th Avenue Store this past Thursday night around 10pm. I was told they only had the mid range model:
2.6GHz
8GB RAM
512GB SSD
They were out of the Base and High End:
2.3GHz
8GB RAM
256GB SSD
2.7GHz
16GB RAM
768GB SSD
Shopping New York
Thanks for the info, guess i'll just have to cross my fingers and see what happens when I get there. Looking forward to visiting the USA from the home of 'Brave'!
Thanks for the info, guess i'll just have to cross my fingers and see what happens when I get there. Looking forward to visiting the USA from the home of 'Brave'!
I'm waiting on hold trying to figure out when my local store gets them, so I can exchange my old 13inch macbook
did you buy it less than 7 days ago?
Bought the base 15 inch cMBP today at the first ever apple store!! (Tyson's Corner, VA).
Really was lusting after the rMBP but then reality struck and I remembered that I still need my ethernet port and firewire and then BOOM there go the 2 thunderbolt ports on the rMBP.
Just ordered 16gb of aftermarket ram and will eventually get an SSD once all my software supports officially them (weird that not all does).
Very happy with it, though. the IPS panel on the rMBP (can't wait until the "Retina" marketing name is gone, I hate it) is gorgeous but I need my ports!
Other thing that made me less concerned about not going with the rMBP is that the actual computer tech is still the same so there will not be any real hardware advantage (the retina GPU is overclocked, though, so that's something, albeit something I don't work with). Extraordinarily happy with it, and even more excited for 16gb DIMMS to come out so I can pop 32gb RAM in this bad boy and just run an obnoxious amount of virtual machines.
Can't shake my love for the classic unibody chassis. Just amazing industrial design.
Really was lusting after the rMBP but then reality struck and I remembered that I still need my ethernet port and firewire and then BOOM there go the 2 thunderbolt ports on the rMBP.
Just ordered 16gb of aftermarket ram and will eventually get an SSD once all my software supports officially them (weird that not all does).
Very happy with it, though. the IPS panel on the rMBP (can't wait until the "Retina" marketing name is gone, I hate it) is gorgeous but I need my ports!
Other thing that made me less concerned about not going with the rMBP is that the actual computer tech is still the same so there will not be any real hardware advantage (the retina GPU is overclocked, though, so that's something, albeit something I don't work with). Extraordinarily happy with it, and even more excited for 16gb DIMMS to come out so I can pop 32gb RAM in this bad boy and just run an obnoxious amount of virtual machines.
Can't shake my love for the classic unibody chassis. Just amazing industrial design.
Just Ordered My First Mac!! - a MacBook Pro Retina
Well, after analyzing if I needed the 16GB RAM vs the 8GB RAM over the weekend, I just ordered my first Mac.
I decided to go with the base model:
MacBook Pro Retina
2.3 GHz
8GB RAM
256GB SSD
I chose the 8GB after reading the following on the MacBook Pro Retina Apple Store Configuration Page:
How much memory is right for you?
With 8GB of memory standard, you can multitask with ease and run memory-intensive applications without compromising performance. This allows you to work on complex tasks such as editing photos and video, creating illustrations, and building complex presentations.
Max out the memory in your MacBook Pro with 16GB
to allow your professional applications like Aperture and Final Cut Pro to run at peak performance.
I dont plan on doing the professional apps that are similar to what is stated above.
However, I did read the recommendations for the 4GB RAM on the MacBook Air:
How much memory is right for you?
Choose the standard memory to support day-to-day tasks such as email, word processing, and web browsing as well as more complex tasks such as editing photos, creating illustrations, and building complex presentations.
Max out the memory in your MacBook Air with the 8GB option to enjoy the greatest possible performance for all your computing tasks.
So based what I read found that my uses were more than the 4GB that so the 8GB should be perfect for my uses.
But one thing I am concerned with is that the 8GB will start lagging after 2 more OSX releases after Mountain Lion. Hope that doesn't happen.
Well, after analyzing if I needed the 16GB RAM vs the 8GB RAM over the weekend, I just ordered my first Mac.
I decided to go with the base model:
MacBook Pro Retina
2.3 GHz
8GB RAM
256GB SSD
I chose the 8GB after reading the following on the MacBook Pro Retina Apple Store Configuration Page:
How much memory is right for you?
With 8GB of memory standard, you can multitask with ease and run memory-intensive applications without compromising performance. This allows you to work on complex tasks such as editing photos and video, creating illustrations, and building complex presentations.
Max out the memory in your MacBook Pro with 16GB
to allow your professional applications like Aperture and Final Cut Pro to run at peak performance.
I dont plan on doing the professional apps that are similar to what is stated above.
However, I did read the recommendations for the 4GB RAM on the MacBook Air:
How much memory is right for you?
Choose the standard memory to support day-to-day tasks such as email, word processing, and web browsing as well as more complex tasks such as editing photos, creating illustrations, and building complex presentations.
Max out the memory in your MacBook Air with the 8GB option to enjoy the greatest possible performance for all your computing tasks.
So based what I read found that my uses were more than the 4GB that so the 8GB should be perfect for my uses.
But one thing I am concerned with is that the 8GB will start lagging after 2 more OSX releases after Mountain Lion. Hope that doesn't happen.
Am I the only one whose Macbook Pro has a rattling/buzzing/crackling sound from the left speaker area?
I've only had it for a week. It's sometimes noticeable even at medium volumes. It will rattle/buzz to the tune of the music.
Dont know if it's a minor thing I should live with or go to the reseller since it's within 14 days of purchase. I understand that most laptop speakers are too weak to handle music at high volumes. Dont know if it is exacerbated by the FLAC file format.
Anyone finds this unacceptable?
I've only had it for a week. It's sometimes noticeable even at medium volumes. It will rattle/buzz to the tune of the music.
Dont know if it's a minor thing I should live with or go to the reseller since it's within 14 days of purchase. I understand that most laptop speakers are too weak to handle music at high volumes. Dont know if it is exacerbated by the FLAC file format.
Anyone finds this unacceptable?
I ordered the base rMBP on Friday evening. It's my first ever Mac and I am so excited!
I have a question though: since it has no optical drive and I quite fancy installing Windows 7 via BootCamp for gaming purposes, is it possible to install Windows via an external hard drive? I don't want to buy an optical drive because it will barely ever get used, and I'm going to keep my old Dell for when I do need it.
I have a question though: since it has no optical drive and I quite fancy installing Windows 7 via BootCamp for gaming purposes, is it possible to install Windows via an external hard drive? I don't want to buy an optical drive because it will barely ever get used, and I'm going to keep my old Dell for when I do need it.
Just realised I didn't have an account before this.
But yes I signed up to say I've finally ordered a rMBP! It's my first Mac ever as well as my previous experiences with macs (school ones) were absolutely awful. However I'm glad to know that it's since become a much better experience (I've spent a lot of time going to apple stores to test run the new rMBPS) and finally bit the bullet and ordered it so it's ready by the time I start my Uni course.
Going to be doing animation so I went for these specs:
-2.6GHz Quad-core Intel Core i7, Turbo Boost up to 3.6GHz
-16GB 1600MHz DDR3L SDRAM
-512GB Flash Storage
But yes I signed up to say I've finally ordered a rMBP! It's my first Mac ever as well as my previous experiences with macs (school ones) were absolutely awful. However I'm glad to know that it's since become a much better experience (I've spent a lot of time going to apple stores to test run the new rMBPS) and finally bit the bullet and ordered it so it's ready by the time I start my Uni course.
Going to be doing animation so I went for these specs:
-2.6GHz Quad-core Intel Core i7, Turbo Boost up to 3.6GHz
-16GB 1600MHz DDR3L SDRAM
-512GB Flash Storage
Just ordered my first Mac ever! After my whole life using Windows machines I decided to switch to Apple today. I'll be receiving -hopefully - my brand new 13'' cMBP (i5/4GB/500HDD) this Friday or next Monday if everything goes as scheduled. I'll going to be saving from now on to upgrade both the RAM and the HDD to a faster SSD.
- my brand new 13'' cMBP (i5/4GB/500HDD) this Friday or next Monday if everything goes as scheduled. I'll going to be saving from now on to upgrade both the RAM and the HDD to a faster SSD.received my rMBP last night, this is my setup. I'm very happy.
retina MBP, 2.3, 16GB, 256GB.
Windows 7 in Boot Camp, 192GB
OSX 60GB + permanent 64GB MicroSD (NiftyDrive ordered)
I set the windows partition to be that large so there would be plenty of room for games and mods. OSX partition should be fine with 60gb on the SSD and 64GB for slower storage.
I also followed a guide online to tweak Win7 for performance and size - turned off all visual effects, disabled hibernate, etc.
Some initial observations:
- Windows 7 looks very good @ native res if you turn the DPI to 200%.
- Chrome for Windows 7 is NOT READY. Where is Safari 6 for windows?
- OSX is totally usable when the resolution is turned to the max, even at ~3ft. I was worried i'd have to turn it down.
- this is the best computer i've ever used. no doubt.
- the rMBP keyboard is not as responsive as my 2011 Macbook Air. it's a little disappointing.
About RAM:
I'm coming from a Macbook Air with 2GB that was running like hell. Right now I have a modest amount of stuff open (2 word documents, 4 Safari tabs) and i'm sitting at 4GB in use. It will be nice to be able to open Photoshop & Illustrator and not have the machine explode. I may not need the full 16GB now, but I'm sure i'll be happy when the next version of OSX comes out.
About gaming:
In OSX, I had no trouble playing Half Life 2 at native res. I turned the resolution down just a touch to get a higher framerate.
In Windows, I attached a Microsoft Wireless Receiver and an xbox controller and tried Kindoms of Amalur. The framerate wasn't acceptable at native res, but the game runs beautifully at 1920x1200.
Also, the IPA. I'm very happy with the setup.
retina MBP, 2.3, 16GB, 256GB.
Windows 7 in Boot Camp, 192GB
OSX 60GB + permanent 64GB MicroSD (NiftyDrive ordered)
I set the windows partition to be that large so there would be plenty of room for games and mods. OSX partition should be fine with 60gb on the SSD and 64GB for slower storage.
I also followed a guide online to tweak Win7 for performance and size - turned off all visual effects, disabled hibernate, etc.
Some initial observations:
- Windows 7 looks very good @ native res if you turn the DPI to 200%.
- Chrome for Windows 7 is NOT READY. Where is Safari 6 for windows?
- OSX is totally usable when the resolution is turned to the max, even at ~3ft. I was worried i'd have to turn it down.
- this is the best computer i've ever used. no doubt.
- the rMBP keyboard is not as responsive as my 2011 Macbook Air. it's a little disappointing.
About RAM:
I'm coming from a Macbook Air with 2GB that was running like hell. Right now I have a modest amount of stuff open (2 word documents, 4 Safari tabs) and i'm sitting at 4GB in use. It will be nice to be able to open Photoshop & Illustrator and not have the machine explode. I may not need the full 16GB now, but I'm sure i'll be happy when the next version of OSX comes out.
About gaming:
In OSX, I had no trouble playing Half Life 2 at native res. I turned the resolution down just a touch to get a higher framerate.
In Windows, I attached a Microsoft Wireless Receiver and an xbox controller and tried Kindoms of Amalur. The framerate wasn't acceptable at native res, but the game runs beautifully at 1920x1200.
Also, the IPA. I'm very happy with the setup.
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I'm curious you say the keyboard is worse.
My typing seems significantly faster on it compared to the MBA and ever the Apple Wireless Keyboard.
A few people have been moaning that the distance has been reduced too much for keystrokes, so if anything, you should find it more responsive.
My typing seems significantly faster on it compared to the MBA and ever the Apple Wireless Keyboard.
A few people have been moaning that the distance has been reduced too much for keystrokes, so if anything, you should find it more responsive.
Well, everyone's experience will be different. I have all three keyboards in front of me right now. they're very similar, but there are slight differences in feel. The bluetooth wireless keyboard is fastest for me - the keys have the most pushback...the closest to "clicky" i think you can get with a non-mechanical keyboard.
that's not to suggest that any of them are bad, of course.
This will probably blow your mind. Internet explorer seems to be optimized for retina.
As for the keyboard. I find it much less responsive in comparison to the standard macbook pro. I'm missing the springy feeling.
This will probably blow your mind. Internet explorer seems to be optimized for retina.
Thanks, i just wanted to make sure i want totally crazy.
This will probably blow your mind. Internet explorer seems to be optimized for retina.
As for the keyboard. I find it much less responsive in comparison to the standard macbook pro. I'm missing the springy feeling.
yea, to my amazement, chrome was a horrorshow at native res with the DPI @ 200%,, but IE9 looks fine. Still, I would prefer safari. even without bookmark sync, IE9 is a bit too stylized for me...trying to hard to be different.
i wonder what the problem is with Chrome...there are plenty of very large, very high-res displays out there in the world that are connected to windows machines.
Whatcha drinkin'?
Also, what are you thoughts on the running temperature - while gaming, web browsing, editing?
Beer: http://21st-amendment.com/beer/brew-free-or-die-ipa
bought it on a whim at a grocer. good stuff, very strong taste.
I haven't had much time with it to really give you an answer on operating temperature, but:
- today, normal operation all day (lots of open apps), cool to the touch
- last night, gaming, didn't hear the fans at all. I don't remember whether the heat was a big deal...i was using the controller...but i'll try again tonight and update.
for comparison, it may be worth noting is that playing Half-Life 2 in OSX at native res had my Macbook Air heating up like the surface of the sun and fans blowing like jet engines.
i read the engadget review about heat / battery life when gaming, and honestly i don't think anyone can really expect "great" battery life or cool temps when doing any modern gaming. the vast majority of my gaming use will be on a desk with the AC cord plugged in.