Just upgraded my 2008 13" MB to a late 2013 15" 2.3GHz MBP from the refurb store. Going to be a huge upgrade...can't wait to get it. I almost went with the 2.0Ghz model but figured I'd futureproof. Can't wait to run Lightroom on the retina display!
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I've been on a first generation 11" MBA with a whopping 4gb ram. My wife has the same machine but bought it stock with 2gb ram. These were the best computers we've ever owned, but alas all good things eventually come to an end. Our respective 13" MBP just arrived today. Hers was the i5 256 w 8gb ram, and mine was the 2.8 i7 512 with 16gb ram. I have yet to get home to unbox mine, but she is ecstatic with hers.
I can't wait!
I can't wait!
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Hey everyone! So I'm planning on buying a new rMBP in the fall, and recently I've been checking out the refurb store. Turns out the 15" with twice the RAM and storage I had been looking at for a new model is the same price ($600 off, $2100). The increased RAM and storage are not imperative, they would just be a "nice" addition...but I've never purchased a refurbished model before. Do they run as efficiently/last as long as new models in your experience? I'll have to get over the need to have something ~new and shiny~ because I saw that they can have cosmetic damage. How bad does the cosmetic damage usually get?
Refurbs are usually returned or cancelled orders, and some consider refurbs to be better, because these models have been inspected and checked.
I've had couple of refurbs, they both look new, the difference is the box, brown instead of white.
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Hey everyone,
I'm considering purchasing the highest-end 15-in rMBP. I know we're near the end of the product cycle, but I just cannot wait any longer. The PC I currently have is a beast, however I can't stand the instability of Windows 8. My brother currently owns the same 15-in rMBP. I've taken a few looks at it and it looks absolutely stunning. How has everyone's experience with it been? I had a 13-in MBP a few years ago but sold it for this hunk of a PC.
I'm considering purchasing the highest-end 15-in rMBP. I know we're near the end of the product cycle, but I just cannot wait any longer. The PC I currently have is a beast, however I can't stand the instability of Windows 8. My brother currently owns the same 15-in rMBP. I've taken a few looks at it and it looks absolutely stunning. How has everyone's experience with it been? I had a 13-in MBP a few years ago but sold it for this hunk of a PC.
I just purchased mine, the high end 15-in with an upgraded processor, and it is simply amazing. I could not be happier with the purchase! Go ahead and purchase now if you need it.
Awesome! I'll probably be purchasing next week. I miss the simplicity of OS X and the design of the MBPs. Unbeatable.
I now know to never deviate from Apple products... Lol I've had too many problems with non-Apple devices (both phones and computers). I purchased this gaming computer because I thought I was going to game. WRONG. Two years later I rarely game on it. It's nice to know that the rMBP has a 750M in case I want to play the occasional game.
I just bought the same thing without the upgraded processor. How much of a performance boost would the upgraded one have over the non upgraded one? 2.3 vs 2.6 GHz?
I just bought myself my first Mac pc, it's the MBP 2.4/8/256. Can't wait for it to be here! 
I still have a desktop as main pc tho, for gaming & such. But I think it'll be a great combo.
I still have a desktop as main pc tho, for gaming & such. But I think it'll be a great combo.Need some advice here
My new MacBook Pro retina 13 inch arrived yesterday.. It's seven years since I last bought my white MacBook and the times have changed!
Obviously I was a bit naive. I had no idea there was no dvd drive on the retina macbook pro's and I presume I now need to buy a usb superdrive to transfer my precious files from my old macbook.
Also, to my dismay, I can't connect my broadband router to the new machine. The cable doesn't fit! Is the answer to purchase a Thunderbolt ethernet connector?
I would appreciate it, before I purchase these products, if someone would confirm for me that I'll be able to connect my broadband router and transfer my files over? Thanks heaps.
My new MacBook Pro retina 13 inch arrived yesterday.. It's seven years since I last bought my white MacBook and the times have changed!
Obviously I was a bit naive. I had no idea there was no dvd drive on the retina macbook pro's and I presume I now need to buy a usb superdrive to transfer my precious files from my old macbook.
Also, to my dismay, I can't connect my broadband router to the new machine. The cable doesn't fit! Is the answer to purchase a Thunderbolt ethernet connector?
I would appreciate it, before I purchase these products, if someone would confirm for me that I'll be able to connect my broadband router and transfer my files over? Thanks heaps.
Why use cd's to transfer the files? I'd say , buy an external hard drive , or use a usb stick to transfer the files. ^^ No need for a superdrive just to transfer some files.
Ordered a refurbed 13" rMBP 128gb ssd, 8gb ram, 2.6ghz i5 processor.
Received it today and got an upgraded laptop with 16gb ram and a 2.8ghz i7 processor. Could not be happier!
Received it today and got an upgraded laptop with 16gb ram and a 2.8ghz i7 processor. Could not be happier!
Yup, I couldn't wait for the next year early quarter as there aren't any new release for 2014. Just bought a pre own 13' MBPr 8/512GB c/w 3 years warranty,though is a 6 months old but I thought is was a great deal compare to a brand new set. The ex-owner sold at a loss one third of the original retail price. Is a beautiful and the beast machine.
macbook pro 13 retina: keep or ditch
So, I'm new to Apple. Returned a new pc because of frustration with Windows 8.1. A couple weeks ago I purchased a new 13.3 pro retina at best buy. First one locked up a few hours out of the box. I'm guessing it's the well-documented track pad problem. Beach ball just freezes, and after closing the cover for a few minutes, it unfreezes. My wife (more tech oriented than me) brought it to the genius bar, where they feigned ignorance of the problem and told her to return it to best buy for a new computer. She did so. Second one, a day out of the box, same thing. Froze up, close lid and let it sleep, unfreezes. Wife called apple support, which again feigned ignorance of any such problems, told her to do a couple things and it should be fine. She did what they said. Next day, which is today, it freezes up. Close lid, let it sleep, and it's fine. Not a real practical solution for work computer, and I expect more for my $1500 investment.
So, here's my question(s): First, how can Apple continue to plead ignorance and fail to offer a fix for this problem? I've read a hundred threads and some articles documenting it. Second, now that this has happened on two new, out of the box computers, I'm skeptical about number three. The best buy had some of the older model 13.3's with a cd drive. Do I ditch the new retina's for an older model or maybe just try to buy one direct from an Apple Store hoping that maybe Apple has supplied best buy with older 13.3 retinas that do not include a fix, but have stocked their own stores with books that are free of the problem. Ugh.
So, I'm new to Apple. Returned a new pc because of frustration with Windows 8.1. A couple weeks ago I purchased a new 13.3 pro retina at best buy. First one locked up a few hours out of the box. I'm guessing it's the well-documented track pad problem. Beach ball just freezes, and after closing the cover for a few minutes, it unfreezes. My wife (more tech oriented than me) brought it to the genius bar, where they feigned ignorance of the problem and told her to return it to best buy for a new computer. She did so. Second one, a day out of the box, same thing. Froze up, close lid and let it sleep, unfreezes. Wife called apple support, which again feigned ignorance of any such problems, told her to do a couple things and it should be fine. She did what they said. Next day, which is today, it freezes up. Close lid, let it sleep, and it's fine. Not a real practical solution for work computer, and I expect more for my $1500 investment.
So, here's my question(s): First, how can Apple continue to plead ignorance and fail to offer a fix for this problem? I've read a hundred threads and some articles documenting it. Second, now that this has happened on two new, out of the box computers, I'm skeptical about number three. The best buy had some of the older model 13.3's with a cd drive. Do I ditch the new retina's for an older model or maybe just try to buy one direct from an Apple Store hoping that maybe Apple has supplied best buy with older 13.3 retinas that do not include a fix, but have stocked their own stores with books that are free of the problem. Ugh.
I am sorry to know your frustration and the situation you are facing,as I always say once bitten twice shy,if I were you I will demand for a refund and purchase from Apple online directly. I am pleasantly surprise by the way the store handle this situation. BTW, I am new here and also a recent convert to Mac. I am happy with my decision and now really loving this beautiful machine, is really a beast.