New macbooks getting released thursday?
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JeffTD
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I really like the new MBP designs (especially the keyboard) over my now 3-year old non-unibody 15" MBP, but it makes zero sense for me to upgrade until they release a quad-core machine. Apple used to be a powerhouse when it came to laptops, and while I still think they have the absolute best hardware, they're trailing behind other manufacturers who have put a quad-i7 into their machines.
Totally agreed, i was planning on picking up a new mac soon though, just debating on going with another macbook, imac, or, whats really appealing atm, is the mini but idk how it is for recording purposes.
The Unavoidable
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AudioGeekZine
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i didn't even realize the i7 macbook pros were only dual core.
Processor speed is important, but really what would you consider to be a comparable PC in terms of : Power, weight, graphics, construction, design, multitouch trackpad, ports, out-of-the-box ready to use with your DAW.
I'd never go with a PC for a laptop. A desktop of course. I haven't seen anything that competes with the full package that the Macbook pro is.
Don't want a debate, just show us the competition.
Josh Burgess
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A while back I saw someone on here talking about a custom PC company who builds laptops for recording, and they were setup so that they could use desktop processors... which is a huge advantage, as desktop processors are pretty far ahead of their mobile processor counterparts.
I forget the name of the company at the moment, but they were comparable to macs in price and much more powerful machines.
I think it may have been Adam who was talking about the company. Can't remember...
MarcusGHedwig
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AudioGeekZine
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uhh, and still made of plastic?
MarcusGHedwig
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Who cares? 
I always take great care with my stuff, so the durability of aluminum is nice but unnecessary to me
I always take great care with my stuff, so the durability of aluminum is nice but unnecessary to me
JeffTD
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Who cares?
Yeah, but it looks and feels like total shit in comparison, and good luck taking one of those on tour.
The hinge mechanism alone kills it - only Apple/Google have that component right.
