Comments on: New MacBooks Look Great!

By: Paul Guy

Paul Guy — Wed, 22 Oct 2008 01:09:38 +0000

Hi Terry!

I like the look and the design of the new MacBooks as well and I welcome the much needed boost in their graphics performance, however I don’t think it was wise for Apple to remove their Firewire 400 port.

I’ve read your very recent comments about this, and although I might not like what they have done, I too have noticed the trend of moving away from Firewire in the Consumer space. I’m just glad I bought one of their new iMac models 2 weeks ago which HAS both Firewire 400 and 800 ports, so it won’t really bother me that much.

The other thing I don’t like though Terry about the new laptops from Apple is that they have changed the display connector on them for their new line of Cinema Displays. Anyway, I’ll quit whining on about the things I don’t like about Apple and just be greatful, which I really am about my new iMac 20inch 2.66GHz, connected to a HP 22inch HD display it ROCKS!!!!

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Early Comments on the new Mac Book Pros « mikelao photography — Tue, 21 Oct 2008 13:45:54 +0000

[...] White’s Tech Blog – based from his post here, he will be post a review of the new machine once he has one from a photographer/graphic [...]

By: David

David — Sat, 18 Oct 2008 07:24:54 +0000

It is my understanding that the glass screen design is integral to the stability and the structure of the unit. With a large amount of complaints and griping from pro users (often photographers on location) I feel it is only a matter of time before Apple will figure out how to integrate a glass screen that has an anti reflective coating.

Those that have purchased the 15 inch in that last 8 months now have a hot commodity until that happens.

I like the other adjustment that have been made, especially moving the cd drive.

With respect to the Wacom or Wacom type tablet integration on the pad, Ive often thought why on earth have they not done that. Its probable that its more than just a design issue such as technology licensing and such. Much like Dobo not having firewire from the get go and Adobe not allowing music in slideshow exports from Lightroom.

Minor issues that no doubt will not swing most users one way or another. The macs are still the sexiest machines by far on the market.

By: Brad Vautrinot

Brad Vautrinot — Thu, 16 Oct 2008 21:56:28 +0000

I had a chance to play with the new Mac Book Pro today at my local Apple store. It’s nicely designed, thin, and light. The new trackpad is terrific. But, it’s likely not for me. I like the added real estate of the 17-inch screen AND I need a matte screen since the vast majority of my work is with photos. I loaded up a photo on the new Pro and the screen picked up the reflections of every light in the store. The glare was awful and my nearly white shirt cast a nice reflection on the screen as well. The photo was basically unwatchable and working on it in Photoshop was nearly impossible. The loss of about half the i/o ports is also an issue. I assume that the “refreshed” 17-inch Mac Book Pros will be available sometime in January, 2009 and have the same “features” as the 15-inch model including that dreaded glossy screen. Apple may have screwed the pooch on this one and with that glossy screen, it’s basically useless to me. No sale here unless it’s for the old 17-inch model with the matte screen. I’d give the new Mac Book Pro 2 out of 5 stars.

Brad

By: Terry White

Terry White — Thu, 16 Oct 2008 16:17:56 +0000

Jonathan,
I think the Glossy screen is a potential issue, but it’s not the first glossy screen on a MacBook Pro. It’s the first glass one. Rather than pass judgement on the unknown, I’m waiting until I actually have mine in front of me and can do some real-world testing to see if it’s an issue or not. I’ll report back with a new post as soon I actually put it to the test.
As far as HP and Sony coming out with the things you’ve mentioned, I think it’s cool and keeps the pressure on Apple. More competition is always a good thing.

By: Jonathan Perez

Jonathan Perez — Thu, 16 Oct 2008 15:55:33 +0000

Terry, What do you think about apple using glossy screens on the macbook pros. I know that with glossy screens have a smaller color gamut, and i was wondering why there hasn’t been an uproar in the creative community yet. I also was wondering what you think about HP and Sony coming out with the laptops with adobe RGB capable screens, raids, and wacom tablets built in, even though I know you are apple guy.

By: Dave

Dave — Thu, 16 Oct 2008 01:27:15 +0000

Terry,

Had a chance to play with both models today. The new MacBook is a reincarnated 12″ PowerBook with a ton of modern features. The trackpad on both is a thing of beauty and design excellence.

By: Erik Bernskiold

Erik Bernskiold — Wed, 15 Oct 2008 15:07:41 +0000

Terry, in the Q&A session they said that the 17″ will be updated in due time. At least that’s what I gathered. =) No matte screens is indeed a big pain, especially for the new Cinema Displays…

By: Mike Lao

Mike Lao — Wed, 15 Oct 2008 14:35:14 +0000

Hey Terry, I’d be curious to see how the glossy displays perform. That’s one of the reasons why I’m holding off on upgrading to this model…

I hope you do a review when you get your new machine!

By: Josh Kaufman

Josh Kaufman — Wed, 15 Oct 2008 14:05:58 +0000

Hi Terry,

From what I understand, the new mouse trackpad on the MacBook Pro does physically click … it’s just the whole pad that is the button. Seems cool to me, but like you, I need to play with one before giving a real opinion.

Josh Kaufman