The 13.3" MacBook Pro Notebook Computer from Apple is a powerful Macintosh computer, in a portable form factor. Housed in a sleek glass and aluminum enclosure, it features a keyboard with an ambient light sensor and backlit keys.
The computer's glossy widescreen display features a resolution of 1280 x 800, ideal for photographers working on the go, or for video editors cutting 720p video. The computer is powered by an Intel Core 2 Duo processor, includes 4GB of RAM, and features 802.11n Airport Extreme Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and the SuperDrive DVD burner. The 500GB 5400rpm hard drive provides ample storage space.
All this hardware runs on Apple's Mac OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard operating system, making the MacBook Pro a great choice for any creative professional.
| Performance | |
|---|---|
| Processor | 2.53GHz Intel Core 2 Duo Processor |
| Cache | L2: 3MB |
| System Bus | 1066MHz |
| Memory |
Slots: 2x SO-DIMM Type: PC3-8500 1066MHz DDR3 RAM Installed: 4GB (2x2GB) Capacity: 8GB main memory |
| Display |
Type: Active Matrix Glossy TFT-LCD with LED Backlight Size: 13.3" Native Resolution: 1280 x 800 Supported Resolutions: 1280 x 800 (native), 1152 x 720, 1024 x 640, and 800 x 500 pixels at 16:10 aspect ratio; 1024 x 768, 800 x 600, and 640 x 480 pixels at 4:3 aspect ratio; 720 x 480 pixels at 3:2 aspect ratio External Resolutions: Up to 2560 x 1600 |
| Graphics Display Card |
Interface: Integrated Installed: nVIDIA GeForce 9400M graphics processor with 256MB of DDR3 SDRAM shared with main memory Internal Resolutions: Up to 1280 x 800 External Resolutions: Up to 2560 x 1600 Dual Display: Yes Video Mirroring: Yes |
| Storage and Expansion | |
|---|---|
| Hard Drive |
Bays: 1x Installed: 500GB 5400rpm Type: SATA |
| Optical Drive |
8x slot-loading SuperDrive (DVD±R DL/DVD±RW/CD-RW) Maximum write: 8x DVD-R, DVD+R; 4x DVD-R DL (double layer), DVD+R DL (double layer), DVD-RW, DVD+RW; 24x CD-R; 10x CD-RW Maximum read: 8x DVD-R, DVD+R, DVD-ROM; 6x DVD-ROM (double layer DVD-9), DVD-R DL (double layer), DVD+R DL (double layer), DVD-RW, and DVD+RW; 24x CD |
| Expansion Slot | None |
| Input/Output Connectors | |
|---|---|
| Ports |
1x FireWire-800 2x USB 2.0 |
| Display Output |
1x Mini DisplayPort DVI, VGA, or Dual-Link DVI available via optional adapters |
| Audio |
2x Integrated Stereo Speakers 1x Integrated Omnidirectional Microphone 1x Combined Optical Digital Output/Headphone Out (User-Selectable Analog Audio Line-In) Supports Apple Stereo Headset with microphone |
| Flash Media Slot | 1x Secure Digital |
| Communications | |
|---|---|
| Wired |
Network: 10/100/1000Base-T Gigabit Ethernet Modem: None |
| Wireless |
Wi-Fi: Airport Extreme 802.11n Bluetooth: Bluetooth 2.1+EDR |
| General | |
|---|---|
| Operating System | Mac OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard |
| Security | Kensington Cable Lock Slot |
| Keyboard | Built-in full-size backlit keyboard with 78 (U.S.) or 79 (ISO) keys, including 12 function keys and 4 arrow keys (inverted "T" arrangement) |
| Pointing Device | Multi-Touch trackpad for precise cursor control; supports two-finger scrolling, pinch, rotate, three-finger swipe, four-finger swipe, tap, double-tap, and drag capabilities |
| Battery | Built-in 58-watt-hour lithium-polymer battery; charge indicator LEDs located on left side of notebook's casing |
| Power Requirements |
Meets ENERGY STAR requirements AC: 100-240VAC, 50-60Hz Consumption: 60W |
| Environmental Requirements |
Operating Temperature: 50-95°F (10-35°C) Humidity: 0-90%, non-condensing Maximum Altitude: 10,000' (3048 m) Storage Temperature: -13-113°F (-24-45°C) Humidity: 0-90%, non-condensing Maximum Altitude: 15,000' (4572 m) Shipping Maximum Altitude: 35,000' (10,688 m) |
| Dimensions (WxHxD) | 12.8 x 0.95 x 8.9" (32.5 x 2.4 x 22.7cm) |
| Weight | 4.5 lb (2.04kg) |
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Comments about Apple 13.3" MacBook Pro Notebook Computer:
It's a thing of beauty! It's easy to use and very useful in my research and studies. I have been a PC user for 20 years, but I decided to buy a Macbook Pro for a change. All the things that I do with the PC, I can do with a Mac and more!!! It just feels different, in a good way! I am referring to the user interface. The battery performance is great with 7 hours+ per charge. It has a lot of built-in utilities, too!
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Been a windows user for umpteen years, got my new Macbook Pro and am loving the editing features.
4GB RAM really works fast for start ups and opening programs and the lighting under the keypads help in low light work.
An instruction manual would be great for beginning Mac users, especially if you can't get online right away. Also, found out from a friend the Mail doesn't work with hotmail, go figure...
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Comments about Apple 13.3" MacBook Pro Notebook Computer:
Use it for everything. Can't believe it took me this long to convert from windows.
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I was a PC user since 1993. Last year I replaced my desktop for an iMac (thanks to the awful Windos Vista). Now I am finally finishing my complete migration to Mac, with this new notebook.
It is great, very intuitive and simply works... You open and it's ready to work!
You take a couple of hours to learn how to use the new touchpad, and then you don't need a mouse anymore...
If you are considering one of these, simple go for it!
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