Reader Reviews: MacBook Pro

Today we’re introducing a new feature called Reader Reviews. We’ve invited some of our readers to share reviews of their current laptop and we’ll post them here as they come in. If you’re interested in participating, please use the contact form.

I own a 15 inch MacBook Pro with an Intel i7 processor and 8 Gigabytes of RAM. It was purchased in December of this year. I have always loved Apple’s computers, however, even I was surprised at how much I love the MacBook pro. I am somewhat of computer collector and this is the most impressive and powerful machine I have ever owned.

One of my favorite things about this machine is the keyboard. The keys are very well spaced and it feels great to type on. Also, it is back lit, which may not seem like a big deal—but once you have it, you will never want to go without it again.

The next thing that I would point out is the over-sized multi-touch track pad. Once again, I love Apple but I did not understand the level of usability that this track pad brings to the laptop. The best feature by far is the ability to scroll by dragging two fingers up and down on the track pad. Apple implements their “inertia” technology, used on the iPhone and their other touch devices, which gives scrolling a “flick” feeling. You can also move forward and back in your web browser by swiping three fingers across the track pad. Pinch to zoom also a fantastic feature. Finally, using four fingers down will show you all your open windows or up to move them out of the way to reveal your desktop.

The new uni-body case on the laptop is also a very nice plus. Most laptops have plastic bezels and will flex and eventually crack and break. The case on the MacBook Pro is machined from a solid block of aluminum.

Another plus specific to the 15 and 17 inch models is the speakers. Located on either side of the keyboard these speakers sound fantastic for on-board laptop speakers. They really bump.

In my opinion, one of the most impressive exterior hardware innovations is the MagSafe charging port. Apple really addressed a serious problem with this. The idea is that if someone trips over the power cord, it will not pull your laptop off a surface to meet its fate on the floor. It works as advertised and has already saved my laptop.

The last specification that I chose when customizing this laptop is my favorite. Most MacBook Pros feature a glossy glass cover over the LCD screen. However, I opted for the Hi-Res anti-glare screen. The screen is just like any other laptop used to be. These new glossy screens may make the laptops more aesthetically pleasing, however, they are not practical. If you are outside or just near a window, you will experience a crippling glare on your screen. I am very glad I went with the anti-glare screen.

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iPad 3G’s Are Now On Sale

The Apple iPad 3G version is now on sale and available through Apple. I personally own the Apple iPad in both the Wi-Fi version and the new 3G version and I believe that the 3G version is the best electronic device that I have used in the last 10 years because it includes all of the benefits of the iPod Touch and iPhone but on a much larger scale. The iPad has a 9.7 inch big screen and this means that listening to music is more enjoyable while pictures look better and games are easier to play because the touch screen is easier to touch. If you love the iPhone then you need this device because it has all the features of every other Apple product and it is not very expensive for a tablet computer device.

I purchased the 3G 16 GB version and the cost was $629 in addition to paying for the Internet service that is provided by AT&T. You can also purchase a limited Internet usage package for $15 a month but I think the unlimited package is the best deal. What I love about the 3G version is that you have access anywhere you go. I have been able to use this device to connect to the Internet while hiking up mountain trails. If you are looking for a device that will allow you to stay connected to the Internet then this is the one since the 3G service is built in. The webpages load fast and there is no lag which is something I love. The device also features the ability to listen to music, watch movies and play games. I also download applications from the iTunes app store and I have used the iWork programs to create presentations on the bus while traveling to work. The application also gives you the ability to store your work online which is a great feature because you can access it from any computer. What I love most about the iPad is that it does everything that the iPhone does and better so I can downgrade my phone plan and just use a basic plan. I can then use the money that I save on my phone bill to purchase a nice iPad case and some food at the store. I also love that it is light and easy to carry and I believe everyone should purchase this from the Apple store. The past Apple products include the inventions of the MacBook and iPod and if history is any indication then the iPad will evolve into something you can’t live without due to the amazing applications that are flooding the app store and making our lives easier than ever.

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The iPad And Accessories For Sale Online

The iPad is heralding a new era in laptop computing. In recent years laptops have becoming the most common type of computer due to their portability. This popularity has driven down the price too much lower levels and with the prevalence of laptop on sale online, they are becoming more and more affordable to everyone.

The iPad could be classed as a laptop, due to it’s portability, but really it is a completely new type of device. For many users it could perhaps even replace the need for a laptop at all. While more intensive users will always need the power of a laptop, for the casual computer user who just needs to surf the internet, listen to music, email friends and rearrange their photo collection, the iPad offers them a much more interactive and pleasurable user experience. There are also a good number of iPad accessories available to help you to really get the most out of your iPad.

One reason a lot of people have resisted getting touch screen devices in the past is due to the fact that a screen only input method can be limiting for a lot of people. For example, if you need to write a long email or a document for work, the multi-touch screen just isn’t going to cut it. Not to worry, the iPad keyboard dock, aside from allowing you to sync up and charge your iPad, also gives you a way to use a full sized keyboard with your iPad. This accessory is sure to be a hit with business and personal users alike.

When you are looking for your iPad’s on sale online, it is always worth considering what accessories are bundled with them. Out of the box from Apple, you pretty much just get the device and a charger, but it is worth considering what else you might need along with your iPad. These are small devices designed to be handheld so they are bound to get dropped every so often. Get your hands on an iPad case and you will give your shiny gadget the best chance of surviving in such situations. The aforementioned dock comes either with or without a keyboard and offers a great way to easy store, sync and charge your iPad. It also comes with an audio out port, which means that it will be very easy to hook up your iPad along with all the music stored on it, to a larger external amplifier and make use of it as a wonderful jukebox device.

We don’t think that the iPad will replace laptops at all, but you can be sure that they will offer an attractive alternative or complimentary device to all kinds of different users. We have already seen how the iPhone has been adopted in the medical and business world, and with the larger screen this is sure to happen even more with the iPad.

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