The 13" MacBook Notebook Computer from Apple is a full-featured Macintosh computer, delivered in a portable form factor. Housed in a durable white polycarbonate plastic enclosure, the notebook weighs only 5 pounds.
The computer's glossy widescreen display features a resolution of 1280 x 800, giving you enough screen real estate for daily tasks. The computer is powered by an Intel Core 2 Duo processor with 2GB of RAM, and features 802.11n Airport Extreme Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth. The 120GB 5400rpm hard drive provides ample storage space. All this hardware runs on Apple's Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard operating system.
| Performance | |
|---|---|
| Processor | 2GHz Intel Core 2 Duo Processor |
| Cache | L2: 3MB shared |
| System Bus | 1066MHz |
| Hardware Platforms |
Slots: 2 SO-DIMM Type: PC2-5300 667MHz DDR2 RAM Installed: 2GB (2x1GB) SO-DIMM Capacity: 4GB main memory Configuration: 1GB, 2GB, or 4GB total memory |
| Display |
Type: Glossy Active matrix TFT-LCD Size: 13.3" Native Resolution: 1280 x 800 Supported Resolutions: 1280 x 800, 1152 x 720, 1024 x 768, 1024 x 640, 800 x 600, 800 x 500, 720 x 480 and 640 x 480 at 16:10 aspect ratio; 1024 x 768, 800 x 600 and 640 x 480 pixels at 4:3 aspect ratio; 720 x 480 at 3:2 aspect ratio External Resolutions: Up to 1920 x 1200 |
| Graphics Display Card |
Interface: Integrated Installed: nVIDIA GeForce 9400M Graphics Processor with 256MB DDR2 SDRAM Shared with Main Memory Internal Resolutions: Up to 1280 x 800 External Resolutions: Up to 1920 x 1200 Dual Display: Yes Video Mirroring: Yes |
| Storage and Expansion | |
|---|---|
| Hard Drive |
Bays: 1 Installed: 120GB 5400rpm hard drive Type: SATA |
| Optical Drive |
8x SuperDrive DVD Burner Reads DVD: 8x CD: 24x Writes DVD-R: 8x DVD-RW: 4x DVD+R: 8x DVD+RW: 4x DVD+R DL: 4x CD-R: 24x CD-RW: 10x |
| Expansion Slot | None |
| Input/Output Connectors | |
|---|---|
| Ports |
1x 6-Pin FireWire-400 2x USB 2.0 |
| Display Output |
1x Mini-DVI VGA, DVI, S-Video and Composite video via optional adapters |
| Audio |
2x Integrated Stereo Speakers 1x Integrated Microphone 1x Combo Analog Headphone/Optical Digital Audio Out 1x Combo Analog Line-In/Optical Digital Audio In |
| Video | None |
| Webcam | 1x Integrated iSight Camera |
| Flash Media Slot | None |
| Communications | |
|---|---|
| Wired |
Network: 10/100/1000Mbps Gigabit Ethernet (RJ-45) Modem: None |
| Wireless |
Wi-Fi: 802.11n Airport Extreme Bluetooth: Bluetooth 2.1+EDR |
| General | |
|---|---|
| Operating System | Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard |
| Security | Kensington Cable Lock Slot |
| Internet Access | None |
| Keyboard Zones | Built-in full-size keyboard with 78 (U.S.) or 79 (ISO) keys, including 12 function keys, 4 arrow keys (inverted "T" arrangement) and embedded numeric keypad |
| Pointing Device | Solid-state scrolling trackpad for precise cursor control; supports two-finger scrolling, tap, double-tap and drag capabilities |
| Battery | 55-watt-hour lithium-polymer battery (with integrated charge indicator LEDs) providing up to 6 hours of battery life |
| Power Requirements |
Meets ENERGY STAR requirements AC: 100-240VAC, 50-60Hz Consumption: 60W |
| Environmental Requirements |
Operating Temperature: 50-95°F (10-35°C) Relative Humidity: 0-90%, non-condensing Maximum Altitude: 10,000' (3048 m) Storage Temperature: -13-113°F (-24-45°C) Relative Humidity: 0-90%, non-condensing Maximum Altitude: 15,000' (4572 m) |
| Dimensions (WxHxD) | 12.78 x 1.08 x 8.92" (32.5 x 2.75 x 22.7cm) |
| Weight | 5 lb (2.3kg) |
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Comments about Apple 13" MacBook Notebook Computer (White):
I got a fantastic price on this top notch polycarbonate MacBook computer. Very fast and reliable. I've been using it for a couple of weeks; running codes for my research work at school and it is awesome. Way better than my old PC. Everything works great and I'm proud to own a MacBook Notebook.
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Comments about Apple 13" MacBook Notebook Computer (White):
You plug it in, it works. You hook up a printer, it prints. Slight learning curve as a lifetime PC user but it is a small price to pay for near-perfection. The keyboard is quite comfortable for a laptop and I love the magnetic power supply cord.
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Comments about Apple 13" MacBook Notebook Computer (White):
It was a grad gift for my daughter, graduating High School, she says it is the best gift she has ever received. She is totally satisfied with the Laptop.
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Comments about Apple 13" MacBook Notebook Computer (White):
I needed to replace my iBook, and I didn't need more than I already have. This one is faster and has a bigger screen, and the keyboard with its separated characters is comfortable too. The port for the AC supply seems to be an improvement, and the battery life seems longer as well. It's lighter. I still wish the on-off button would indicate if I've used it correctly; I hate the delay and having to listen for the "ding". [...] I expect I will learn about many more features of this machine in the months to come. Great machine, great purchase.
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Comments about Apple 13" MacBook Notebook Computer (White):
Great for basic functions such as music, email, internet, web chat, movie watching and photos. Not as light as the Macbook Air, not as versatile as the Macbook Pro, and not as compact as the Mini. But it is a great "bang for the buck" as it can probably do 99% of what you want in a computer. I use mine mainly for photo archiving images in iPhoto and running Photoshop Elements. If you want to run Photoshop CS4, I suggest moving up to the Macbook Pros. You'll need the power to handle the complicated multi-layers. It's light enough but when carried for extended times, you will notice the weight. So if you're an avid traveler, look into the Macbook Air. The Macbook White does have the FireWire 400 so if you need this, you don't have a choice as the new unibody laptops don't possess it. You'll have to get the desktop iMac otherwise. This laptop is a jack-of-all-trades, capable of everything but doesn't really excel at any one thing. If you can live with that, then you'll get one heck of a computer! (5 stars is the Mac Pro. 4 stars is the Macbook Pro and iMac. 3 stars is the Macbook Unibody/White/Air and Mac mini)
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Comments about Apple 13" MacBook Notebook Computer (White):
Well not as cool as the new aluminum MacBooks, it will still handle its job as a computer great, and at only [$], the price is right too.
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