The SD card simply appears on the Mac desktop as though it were a USB storage device. You can then just copy files across by hand or set iPhoto to launch automatically when you insert an SD card containing photos. It’s also possible to boot the machine from an SD card, which will be handy for on-the-road troubleshooting.
The MacBook Pro now spans a range of screen sizes
Our only minor concern is that the SD card protrudes about 1/3 of an inch from the side of the machine, and there's no automatic mechanical eject when you dump the card into the Mac's trash can, so there's a potential snagging problem there if you forget to remove the card when you're finished.
Verdict
All other features aside, we’re simply pleased to see that Apple’s pricing on the 15in MacBook Pro is a bit more competitive than it was last October. This 2.8GHz model isn’t exactly cheap, of course, but it’s powerful enough to handle demanding tasks such as games or video-editing, while features such as the long-lasting battery and twin graphics cards will ensure that it earns its keep when you’re on the road. ®
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COMMENTS
HDD Access
Did you upgrade the Firmware to allow for the full 3Gbps SATA? Or were you stuck on the 1.5Gbps?
Superb battery life
I just got a 13" model and I have to say the battery life on these non-user replaceable models is quite something.
After using it in various ways I get no less than 6 hrs frequently getting almost 8 hrs out of it with continuous surfing and a reasonable level of brightness and after a full charge with the brightness right down and it reports 9 hrs even with wifi on.
My work HP laptop is crying at this kind of performance with it's paltry 2hrs if I gently massage it.
I can understand the issue of not being able to swap the field, but as a mostly home user this is a real win (and no longer constantly tied to a wall).
Still, and along with other manufacturers, I still find it annoying that such a robust machine ships with only a one year warranty. Does any manufacturer have the balls to guarantee their machine for longer as standard? It doesn't scream of confidence in their build quality, does it?
RE: Can we get our money back?
I'd keep it: if your machine has an ExpressCard interface you won't get this in the newer hardware except for the 17"
Nice hardware....
...shame about the price, OS and fanatical mouth foaming devotees.
I needed to buy a Mac as around half of my work is native Mac based. The new Macbook Pro IS a lovely laptop with plenty of power and great hardware, it runs Windows beautifully.
Now the people that sneered "Uh, WIN DOOOOZE....." and rolled thier eyes at me when I pulled out my trusty Toshiba now greet me warmly as if I've all of a sudden achieved enlightenment.
I'm full of praise for the hardware, can't stand the unintuitive OS though.
If I put a USB stick with some music on it into a PC, Windows asks me if I want to play it (using whichever apps will play it) or open the folder to view the files. In MacOSX, it asks me if I want to import them into iTunes and when I click "No" it assumes I'd rather do nothing at all with it....
Same with pictures. Import to iPhoto? No? Ok, I'll do NOTHING!!!
So much for "It just works".
RE: Can we get our money back?
I read somewhere else (an Engadget comment, I think) that Apple Stores will replace what you bought (and charge/refund you the difference) if an updated version comes out within 14 days of your purchase.
