Apple 15.4" MacBook Pro Notebook Computer
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Discontinued
The 15.4" 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 antiglare widescreen display features a resolution of 1440 x 900, 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 250GB 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.
- Intel Core 2 Duo processor delivers superior performance
- 15.4" antiglare LCD display features a native resolution of 1440 x 900 and an energy-efficient LED backlight
- 15" display delivers a 60% greater color gamut than previous generation systems. The antiglare matte finish is a great choice for photographers and other professionals who need to calibrate their display for screen-to-print color accuracy
- Advanced integrated battery provides up to 7 hours of runtime
- Aluminum unibody notebook is cut from a single block of aluminum by space-age CNC milling machines
- The multi-touch glass trackpad supports pinch, swipe, rotate, and navigation gestures. The traditional button is omitted in order to increase the trackpad's surface area: the entire trackpad is clickable
- Mac OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard includes iTunes, Time Machine, Front Row, iChat, Safari, and more
- The included iLife '09 suite includes the popular iPhoto, iMovie, iDVD, iWeb, and GarageBand programs
- User-serviceable hard drive and RAM for easy upgrades
- iSight camera and microphone make video conferencing a reality
- MagSafe power connector disconnects in the event of a cable snag, ensuring that your computer won't land on the floor
- FireWire-800, USB 2.0, and Secure Digital interfaces for device and memory card connectivity
- Magnetic latch mechanism doesn't require a physical latch or button for opening or closing
- The MacBook Pro is an extremely green notebook; it features a recyclable enclosure, a mercury-free LED-backlit display, arsenic-free glass, BFR-free components, and PVC-free cables
- The computer weighs only 5.5 lb and is less than an inch thick when closed, allowing you to take it with you with ease
- Apple provides 90 days of free phone support and a 1-year limited hardware warranty on the computer. You can opt to add an AppleCare Protection Plan, at additional cost, which covers support and repairs for 3 years from the date of purchase. AppleCare can be purchased at any time within the first year of ownership of the computer
| 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 Antiglare TFT-LCD with LED Backlight Size: 15.4" Native Resolution: 1440 x 900 Supported Resolutions: 1440 x 900 (native), 1280 x 800, 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; 1024 x 768, 800 x 600, and 640 x 480 pixels at 4:3 aspect ratio stretched; 720 x 480 pixels at 3:2 aspect ratio; 720 x 480 pixels at 3:2 aspect ratio stretched 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 1440 x 900 External Resolutions: Up to 2560 x 1600 Dual Display: Yes Video Mirroring: Yes |
| Storage and Expansion | |
|---|---|
| Hard Drive |
Bays: 1x Installed: 250GB 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 (located under left speaker grille) 1x Combo Analog Headphone/Optical Digital Audio Out 1x Combo Analog Line-In/Optical Digital Audio 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 73-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: 85W |
| 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) | 14.35 x 0.95 x 9.82" (36.4 x 2.41 x 24.9cm) |
| Weight | 5.5 lb (2.49kg) |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 11 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
90%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Comfortable keyboard (10)
- Fast (10)
- Long battery life (10)
- Quiet (10)
- Quality display (9)
Cons
- Heavy (3)
Best Uses
- Graphics (9)
- Video (8)
- Web browsing (8)
- Word processing (7)
- Business use (6)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Tech savvy (4)
- Primary use:
- Personal (7), Business (3)
Most Liked Positive Review
Anti-glare screen is amazing
For me, I work as a graphic/web designer 8-10 hours a day on this laptop. The anti-glare screen really makes it a pleasure to work on... Its just as bright as...Read complete review
For me, I work as a graphic/web designer 8-10 hours a day on this laptop. The anti-glare screen really makes it a pleasure to work on... Its just as bright as all the other ones, yet without any reflection. Your eyes focus instantly on the screen without needing to look through the glare.
This machine is also very fast, with 4GB ram, and handles everything I've thrown at it so far pretty well.
The only cons, which you can get past easily, is that it gets quite warm when working on it... At first I thought there was something wrong, but that's actually normal for it.
Another con, which I have now got used to, is the sharp edges. When you're typing, your fore-arms are resting on quite a sharp edge. I'm used to it now, and its no longer a problem.
Other wise, best laptop I've ever had!
VS
Most Liked Negative Review
Somewhat Disappointed
I've been a PC user since the mid 1980s but lately all my friends had been raving about their desktop and laptop Macs. So, I bought a Macbook Pro after my old Sony began ...Read complete review
I've been a PC user since the mid 1980s but lately all my friends had been raving about their desktop and laptop Macs. So, I bought a Macbook Pro after my old Sony began breaking down. I guess I was primed for a glorious, trouble-free experience. However I find that my new Macbook Pro seems to hang and freeze up almost as often as the PC laptop I am replacing. I am seeing that swirling rainbow disk stay on my screen for way too many minutes. My primary use of this computer is for web site development and perhaps my wireless broadband device creates some of the problems. I do like the look and feel, the fact that it is quiet and cool to the touch, the touch pad and keyboard are very nice. It's supposed to have very long battery life but I've not tested that yet. I am very disappointed that Apple does not make an auto cigarette lighter power adapter. Just selling one for airplanes doesn't help those of us that need 12v power every now and then. Third party products exist but I'm reluctant to buy something Apple doesn't "sanction."
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Pros
- Comfortable Keyboard
- Fast
- Lightweight
- Long Battery Life
- Powerful
- Quality Display
- Quiet
Cons
Best Uses
- Graphics
- Music
- Video
- Web Browsing
- Word Processing
Comments about Apple 15.4" MacBook Pro Notebook Computer:
Pricing made a difference to buy the MacBook Pro through B&H and this enabled me to buy a more powerful computer for my daughter to get her through High School and College. [...]
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Comfortable Keyboard
- Fast
- Lightweight
- Long Battery Life
- Powerful
- Quality Display
- Quiet
Cons
- No cons so far
Best Uses
- Video
- Web Browsing
Comments about Apple 15.4" MacBook Pro Notebook Computer:
Using my new MacBook Pro for home use. This is my first Mac and it's very easy to set up and started quickly. It's pretty intuitive in terms of operations. It's fast, has great battery life and looks great. Love that sleek aluminum design.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Comfortable Keyboard
- Fast
- Lightweight
- Long Battery Life
- Powerful
- Quality Display
- Quiet
Cons
Best Uses
- Business Use
- Graphics
- Music
- Video
- Web Browsing
- Word Processing
Comments about Apple 15.4" MacBook Pro Notebook Computer:
I bought this computer for my son for college. He loves it and I love the price.[...]
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Comfortable Keyboard
- Fast
- Long Battery Life
- Powerful
- Quality Display
- Quiet
Cons
Best Uses
- Business Use
- Graphics
- Music
- Video
- Web Browsing
- Word Processing
Comments about Apple 15.4" MacBook Pro Notebook Computer:
The product it's amazing. So easy to use. It's a beatiful laptop. It's has a fast processor and the led display it's incredible. I recommend to all my friends!
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Comfortable Keyboard
- Fast
- Lightweight
- Long Battery Life
- Powerful
- Quality Display
- Quiet
Cons
- none
Best Uses
- Business Use
- Graphics
- Music
- Video
- Web Browsing
- Word Processing
Comments about Apple 15.4" MacBook Pro Notebook Computer:
Use this machine for graphic design, music editing, and multitasking, in addition to the all around every day emailing, word processing and web browsing. The OS and operating system is so easy to use, even if you're coming over from Windows. Highly HIGHLY HIGHLY recommend this / any Apple Macbook Laptop. This was such a good deal as well!
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Comfortable Keyboard
- Fast
- Long Battery Life
- Powerful
- Quality Display
- Quiet
Cons
- Heavy
Best Uses
- Business Use
- Graphics
- Music
- Video
- Web Browsing
- Word Processing
Comments about Apple 15.4" MacBook Pro Notebook Computer:
Apple has outdone itself with this box. I haven't used a Mac for years and it was just like riding a bike.
Everything is SO EASY. Adding hardware, software, hardware detection - this Mac just does it.
It IS a little heavy for a laptop, but that's what I get for the larger monitor. Otherwise it is thin, powerful, and FUN.
Even Microsoft Office works better on the MacBook Pro.
I highly recommend it!
- Primary use:
- Business
Pros
- Comfortable Keyboard
- Cool
- Lightweight
- Long Battery Life
- Quiet
Cons
- Freezes Up
- Not as fast as i expected
Best Uses
- Business Use
- Graphics
- Web site development
Comments about Apple 15.4" MacBook Pro Notebook Computer:
I've been a PC user since the mid 1980s but lately all my friends had been raving about their desktop and laptop Macs. So, I bought a Macbook Pro after my old Sony began breaking down. I guess I was primed for a glorious, trouble-free experience. However I find that my new Macbook Pro seems to hang and freeze up almost as often as the PC laptop I am replacing. I am seeing that swirling rainbow disk stay on my screen for way too many minutes. My primary use of this computer is for web site development and perhaps my wireless broadband device creates some of the problems. I do like the look and feel, the fact that it is quiet and cool to the touch, the touch pad and keyboard are very nice. It's supposed to have very long battery life but I've not tested that yet. I am very disappointed that Apple does not make an auto cigarette lighter power adapter. Just selling one for airplanes doesn't help those of us that need 12v power every now and then. Third party products exist but I'm reluctant to buy something Apple doesn't "sanction."
- Primary use:
- Business
Pros
- Comfortable Keyboard
- Fast
- Quality Display
- Quiet
Cons
- Heavy
Best Uses
- Business Use
- Graphics
- Web Browsing
- Word Processing
Comments about Apple 15.4" MacBook Pro Notebook Computer:
We use the computer any where in the house for mail and google search mostly and iPhoto for organizing some 4000 photos. Photo mgt. is easy with the event separation and recognition feature that separated similar faces or scenes.
We both like the back lit keyboard that has a very comfortable, soft yet positive feel.
The computer is heavier to carry than expected.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Comfortable Keyboard
- Fast
- Long Battery Life
- Powerful
- Quality Display
- Quiet
Cons
- Heavy
Best Uses
- Graphics
- Music
- Video
- Web Browsing
- Word Processing
Comments about Apple 15.4" MacBook Pro Notebook Computer:
Yes, it's pricey but it is the best I've ever owned. Great display, sturdy construction, speed, much cooler than old MacBook, lit keyboard, smart touchpad, and a great battery make it worth the $$ for me. Snow Leopard is a great OS. I think it was made for Photoshop.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Comfortable Keyboard
- Fast
- Lightweight
- Long Battery Life
- Powerful
- Quality Display
- Quiet
Cons
Best Uses
- Graphics
- Video
Comments about Apple 15.4" MacBook Pro Notebook Computer:
I am a videographer/editor/graphic designer and this Mac has served me well without hiccups, the matte screen really helps and is a must for video editors spending hours of time. the battery can run up to 7 hours if fully charged. I only wish that apple will add more firewire 800 ports on it.
- Primary use:
- Business
Pros
- BEAUTIFUL
- Fast
- Great Screen
- Keys feel good
- Long Battery Life
Cons
- Can get warm
- Edges are sharp
Best Uses
Comments about Apple 15.4" MacBook Pro Notebook Computer:
For me, I work as a graphic/web designer 8-10 hours a day on this laptop. The anti-glare screen really makes it a pleasure to work on... Its just as bright as all the other ones, yet without any reflection. Your eyes focus instantly on the screen without needing to look through the glare.
This machine is also very fast, with 4GB ram, and handles everything I've thrown at it so far pretty well.
The only cons, which you can get past easily, is that it gets quite warm when working on it... At first I thought there was something wrong, but that's actually normal for it.
Another con, which I have now got used to, is the sharp edges. When you're typing, your fore-arms are resting on quite a sharp edge. I'm used to it now, and its no longer a problem.
Other wise, best laptop I've ever had!
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What's in the Box
- 85W MagSafe Power Adapter
- AC Wall Plug
- Power Cord
- Display Cleaning Cloth
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Software:
Mac OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard (includes Time Machine, Quick Look, Spaces, Spotlight, Dashboard, Mail, iChat, Safari, Address Book, QuickTime, iCal, DVD Player, Photo Booth, Front Row, Xcode Developer Tools)
iLife '09 (includes iTunes, iPhoto, iMovie HD, iDVD, iWeb, GarageBand) - Install/Restore DVDs
- Printed and Electronic Documentation
- 1-Year Limited Warranty with 90 Days of Telephone Support
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