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Ultimate MacBook Air 2013 holds its own against the MacBook Pro

Posted June 19, 2013 - 4:16 pm

We put together an "ultimate" configuration of the new MacBook Air, and the performance gains are so significant that our configure-to-order (CTO) MacBook Air competes well against Apple's current $1699 13-inch Retina MacBook Pro.
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Upgrades make Retina MacBook Pro a better bargain

Posted February 23, 2013 - 8:43 am

In the latest update to the Retina MacBook Pro, some models got price cuts, some received slightly faster processors, and some got a healthy bump in the amount of RAM.
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Apple boosts performance, lowers prices on MacBook Pro with Retina display

Posted February 13, 2013 - 5:39 pm

Apple early Wednesday announced that the MacBook Pro with Retina Display is now a bit faster--and cheaper, to boot. The updated laptops boast speedier processors and lower price tags.
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If Tim Cook recapped Apple's 2012

Posted December 20, 2012 - 12:05 pm

The Apple CEO’s (hypothetical) holiday letter to family and friends, recapping the company’s eventful 2012
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Buying guide: 2012 Macs

Posted December 11, 2012 - 4:43 pm

It’s the holiday shopping season, and if you’re reading this article, you’re thinking about buying a new Mac and in need of a little guidance. Fortunately, we’ve tested (almost) every standard-configuration Mac model currently in Apple’s lineup. We’re quite familiar with Apple’s Macs, and we’re happy to help you choose the right Mac for you.
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My holiday tech wish list... for 1982

Posted December 6, 2012 - 10:41 am

Need to get a gift for a 40-something geek? How about one of 1982’s newest tech gadgets?
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Apple 13-in. Retina MacBook Pro review: vibrant screen, perfect size?

Posted November 25, 2012 - 8:03 am

After spending some time with Apple's new 13-in MacBook Pro with a Retina display, columnist Michael deAgonia is ready to dump his 15-in. laptop for good.
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Top 10 tech gadgets of 2012

Posted November 5, 2012 - 9:00 am

Here are 10 gadgets that made a significant impact in the industry this year
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Lab tested: Ultimate 13-inch Retina MacBook Pro

Posted October 29, 2012 - 1:23 pm

In addition to the standard configurations of its Macs, Apple offers a number of build-to-order (BTO) upgrade options that include more RAM, more storage capacity, and faster processors. An "ultimate" configuration is a customized machine with the fastest options available. We’ve tested the ultimate configuration of the 13-inch Retina MacBook Pro and found that the performance—as well as the price tag—were both considerably higher than the standard high-end configuration.
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Review: 13-inch Retina MacBook Pro offers optimal choice for lightweight laptop users

Posted October 28, 2012 - 8:45 pm

When Apple released the 15-inch Retina MacBook Pro (), it was only a matter of time before the Retina display made its way to other Apple laptops. That time is now, and with the 13-inch MacBook Pro with Retina display, a compelling argument can be made that Apple’s newest laptop is a perfect combination of performance, portability, and features.
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Mac Gems: QuickRes helps you get the most out of Retina displays

Posted October 27, 2012 - 7:20 am

Apple’s 15-inch Retina MacBook Pro has a problem: OS X doesn’t allow users to easily take full advantage of the Retina display. Specifically, OS X doesn't provide a simple, quick way to switch between the many supported screen resolutions; in addition, the Retina display supports higher resolutions than OS X provides access to. Fortunately, several developers offer software tools to fix this problem, and the one I’ve come to favor is Inertiactive’s QuickRes.
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Lab Tested: 13-inch Retina MacBook Pro benefits from flash storage

Posted October 25, 2012 - 11:19 am

Tuesday was a very busy day for Apple and we in the Macworld Lab were ecstatic to see the Mac so well represented. Luckily, we didn't have to wait long to get our hands on a new 13-inch MacBook Pro with Retina display.
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Where to sell your iPad or MacBook for the most money

Posted October 23, 2012 - 4:35 pm

Sell your now-obsolete iPad or MacBook Pro laptop for the most cash
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The 'sealed-box' Mac: Cutting-edge design or planned obsolescence?

Posted August 21, 2012 - 12:04 pm

Apple's new top-of-the-line 15-in. MacBook Pro, with its ground-breaking Retina display, is drool-worthy, says columnist Richard Hoffman. But it comes with a cost: There are no user-replaceable parts whatsoever.
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Swapping Retina MacBook Pro battery costs DIYers $500

Posted August 11, 2012 - 7:35 am

Replacing the battery in the nearly impossible-to-repair Retina MacBook Pro laptop will run do-it-yourselfers $500, two-and-a-half times what Apple charges for the service, said iFixit.com today.
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Review: MacBook Pro impresses, Retina MacBook Pro dazzles

Posted August 4, 2012 - 7:05 am

The new 15-inch MacBook Pro is blazing fast, but the all-new Retina MacBook Pro is unsurpassed
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Apple releases MacBook Air and MacBook Pro Update 1.0

Posted July 18, 2012 - 9:19 pm

If you're sitting in front of your brand-spankin' new MacBook Air or MacBook Pro (or standing, which seems to be the trend nowadays), you might want to take a break after reading this and run Software Update. Apple has released the MacBook Air and MacBook Pro Update 1.0.
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The best time to buy a laptop may be now: prices at record lows

Posted July 14, 2012 - 7:35 am

If you've been waiting for the perfect time to purchase a new laptop, you may want to grab your credit card now. Price-predicting service Decide.com says late June to mid-July is one of the best times of the year to get the best deal on a new notebook.
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MacBook Pro: 15-in. Retina screen is revolutionary

Posted July 7, 2012 - 7:55 am

As the old saying goes: Seeing is believing.
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Run a retina MacBook Pro at Full 2880-by-1800 resolution, induce eye strain

Posted June 23, 2012 - 7:43 am

Want to experience all that the new retina MacBook Pro has to offer? Now you can: One avid user managed to make full use of the massive 2880-by-1800-pixel resolution without any scaling.
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Retina MacBook Pro battery will cost 54 percent more to service

Posted June 23, 2012 - 7:35 am

Apple’s MacBook Pro with Retina display is not only very difficult to repair, but it will also cost you 54 percent more to replace the battery. Apple updated the pricing list for MacBook battery replacements, highlighting the increased price battery service for the new laptop to $199 before tax.
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Use Looky to turn on your Mac's camera in a hurry

Posted June 23, 2012 - 7:25 am

Editor’s note: The following review is part of Macworld’s GemFest 2012 series. Every weekday from mid June through mid August, the Macworld staff will use the Mac Gems blog to briefly cover a favorite free or low-cost program. Visit the Mac Gems homepage for a list of past Mac Gems.
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Students: has Apple got a MacBook and iPad deal for you!

Posted June 23, 2012 - 7:03 am

While some students are still waiting to be released from classes, Apple has begun offering back-to-school discounts on its MacBook and iPad.
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Retina display MacBook Pro reviews: critics are raving

Posted June 17, 2012 - 7:03 am

The reviews are in for Apple's MacBook Pro with Retina Display, and you can probably guess what they say.
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Retina MacBook Pro vs. PC Laptops: who wins?

Posted June 16, 2012 - 7:48 am

Apple took a big leap ahead of competing PC makers Monday introducing a new 15-inch MacBook Pro with Retina display that borrows from the design concepts of the MacBook Air. The new laptop isn't cheap, but for its class it is very thin (0.71 inches) and light (4.46 pounds) thanks to losing the optical drive, FireWire port, Ethernet jack, and offering nothing but flash storage. Putting this device over the top, however, is its impressive new LED-backlit display with 2880-by-1800 resolution at 220 pixels per inch.
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