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Apple issues fix for MacBook Pro SATA interface
In an apparent response to user complaints, Apple Inc., released a firmware upgrade that it said fixes an issue with the drive interface in new MacBook Pros.
Analysis: Did Apple downgrade the new MacBook Pro's SATA interface?
Apple Inc.'s latest MacBook Pro laptops came with a number of upgrades to processor speeds, RAM and hard drives -- not to mention reduced price tags. Apple also reduced something else: the serial-ATA (SATA) drive interface.
Review: Apple's 15-in. MacBook Pro now faster -- and cheaper
In the past, Apple's M.O. has been to add features, bump up processor speeds, and boost RAM and hard drives in its new hardware -- usually while holding the line on prices. This time it did all those and cut the bottom line.
New MacBook Pro speed tests
Overall, the new 13-, 15- and 17-inch MacBook Pros offer a very good speed boost over the respective models they replace--a boost that has more added value when you consider that the new laptops are priced lower than the older models they replace.
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- Dann
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