Apple MacBook Pro MC700LL/A Review

Introducing the new 13-inch Apple MacBook Pro MC700LL/A. The state-of-the-art dual-core Intel i5 processor delivers up to 2x faster performance (over the previous generation of MacBook Pro).

New Thunderbolt technology lets you connect high-performance peripherals and high-resolution displays to a single port, and transfer files at lightning speeds. And with all-new quad-core processors, thunderbolt technology, the FaceTime HD camera, Apple MacBook Pro MC700LL/A has more than its share of innovations., you can make astonishingly crisp HD video calls.

With the revolutionary Thunderbolt technology, you'll be able to achieve bi-directional channels with transfer speeds to peripherals like external hard drives and servers up to an amazing 10 Gbps--while also connecting to a DisplayPort-compatible high-resolution display.

Apple MacBook Pro MC700LL/A Features & Specifications:

Apple MacBook Pro MC700LL/A Features :

• Developed by Intel with collaboration from Apple, high-speed Thunderbolt I/O (input/output) technology delivers an amazing 10 gigabits per second of transfer speeds in both directions
• With all-new quad-core and dual-core processors, the new Apple MacBook Pro MC700LL/A isn’t just faster. It’s phenomenal.
• New input/output technology lets you connect high-speed peripherals and high-resolution displays.
• Now when you make video calls with FaceTime, your friends will see you three times more clearly than before.
• The spacious Multi-Touch trackpad lets you use gestures to control and interact with what’s on your screen.
• Even with faster processors and graphics, the new Apple MacBook Pro MC700LL/A lasts an amazing 7 hours on a single charge.
• This MacBook Pro is powered by a second-generation Intel Core i5 dual-core processor "Sandy Bridge

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Apple MacBook Pro MC700LL/A Specifications :

Display	13.3-inch LED-backlit glossy widescreen
Processor	2.3 GHz Intel Core i5 dual-core processor
L3 cache	3MB shared
Memory	4GB (two 2GB SO-DIMMs) of 1333MHz DDR3 SDRAM; supports up to 8GB
Hard drive	320GB Serial ATA; 5400 rpm
Slot-loading optical drive	8x SuperDrive (DVD±R DL/DVD±RW/CD-RW)
Graphics	Intel HD Graphics 3000 processor with 384MB of DDR3 SDRAM shared with main memory
Video	FaceTime HD camera; Thunderbolt port with support for DVI, VGA, dual-link DVI, and HDMI (requires adapters, sold separately)
Expansion	One Thunderbolt port (up to 10 Gbps), one FireWire 800 port (up to 800 Mbps), two USB 2.0 ports (up to 480 Mbps), SDXC card slot
Audio	Stereo speakers with subwoofer, omnidirectional microphone, combined headphone/line in (supports digital output)
Networking	10/100/1000BASE-T (Gigabit) Ethernet
Wireless	Wi-Fi (based on IEEE 802.11n specification); Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR (Enhanced Data Rate) wireless technology
Hardware accessories	60W MagSafe Power Adapter, AC wall plug, power cord
Warranty	The MacBook Pro comes with 90 days of free telephone support and a 1-year limited warranty, which can be extended to 3 years with the AppleCare Protection Plan.
Operating System	This Mac comes pre-installed with OS X Snow Leopard, but you can order a free upgrade to OS X Lion via Apple's OS X Lion Up-To-Date program for a limited time (depending on the date of your purchase).

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Apple MacBook Pro MC700LL/A Review

Apple MacBook Pro MC700LL/A Pros:

• Beautiful design. Sleek and professional looking aluminum body
• Perfect sized keyboard. Great tactile feedback and well implemented in this computer
• Very lightweight and very portable
• No hassle with drivers! Install a program and it works
• Much faster cpu (latest Sandy Bridge processors)
• Faster memory
• Support for fastest data drives (sata III connection)

Apple MacBook Pro MC700LL/A Cons:

• Graphics Performance : Inferior graphics compared to 2010 model
• Small hard drive, but easily replaceable with a kit from mac-sales.com

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