Improvements and Innovations of the Next Generation 15 Inch Macbook Pro

UnibodyMacBook Pro at short notice.
The MacBook Pro boasts Apple’s new MacThe Cinema Display’s cable, for instance, branches
computer design concept: the unibody. The unibody isinto three connectors. One of these goes into the new
a laptop casing manufactured with incredible precisionMacBook Pro’s Mini DisplayPort; another plugs into
from a block of aluminium. The result is not only aa USB port; and the third is a MagSafe that you
laptop that looks fantastic with its brushed finish andconnect to the MacBook Pro’s Power Port. In other
smooth edges; it’s also more than capable ofwords, you can display your images on both the
absorbing the rough and tumble of life on the move.MacBook Pro and the Cinema Display; use the Cinema
Furthermore, the unibody has enabled Apple to makeDisplay’s iSight camera, microphone, and speakers;
the MacBook Pro lighter and thinner. This powerful,and charge the MacBook Pro via an adaptor built into
feature-packed laptop now weighs just 2.49 kg (5.5the Cinema Display.
pounds), and at its thickest point is 2.41 cm (0.95 inch).NVIDIA graphics
The monitorApple has teamed up with NVIDIA to produce an
The MacBook Pro’s 15.4 inch monitor is still an LEDintegrated graphics processor that’s ideal for
backlit glossy widescreen with 1,440 x 900 pixelprofessional applications and advanced games. The
resolution. The fact that these specs haven’tNVIDIA GeForce 9600M GT graphics processor
changed is certainly no cause for concern becausecomes with dual-link DVI support and, for the 2.4GHz
the quality is first-rate. Apple has managed to enhance15 inch MacBook Pro, has 256MB of GDDR3 memory.
it, however, with a glass front that stretches acrossThe memory capacity doubles to 512MB on the
the whole of the interior surface and does away with2.53GHz and 2.8GHz MacBook Pro models.
a metal frame. The glass looks better, is tougher andThis isn’t the only graphics processor in the new
lasts longer. It’s also free from arsenic, a toxinMacBook Pro, however. Recognising that users will
released when glass is recycled.sometimes require less intensive power, Apple also
Multi-Touch trackpadinstalls the NVIDIA GeForce 9400M processor with
Another striking feature of the MacBook Pro is the256MB of DDR3 SDRAM shared with the main
larger, more versatile trackpad. The smooth etchedmemory. This means you can save battery power by
glass of the trackpad now has a surface area 39%opting for the 9400M whenever you’re working on
greater than before. This gives you plenty of room foryour day-to-day applications.
your fingers to make every trackpad signal.Storage
These signals have also developed, and nowStorage on the new MacBook Pro has increased to
incorporate some useful extras. Apple has introduced250GB on the 2.4GHz model, and 320GB on the
a four finger swipe, for example, that takes full2.53GHz. Both of these hard drives run at 5,400 rpm,
advantage of the trackpad’s size increase. Swipebut you can opt to increase the speed to 7,200 rpm if
four fingers to the right or left, and you triggeryou choose. There’s also a 128GB solid-state drive
Application Switcher. This allows you to view all youravailable.
open applications. Swipe four fingers up or down, andThe environment
you prompt Exposé to show desktop or all yourApple’s innovations continue with the MacBook
open windows.Pro’s environmental credentials. Traditionally, laptop
If you’re more used to right-hand clicking, themanufacturers have used brominated flame retardants
trackpad gives you the chance to do this by tapping(BFRs) in logic boards; PVC in cables; arsenic in glass
with two fingers. It’s also possible to arrange forcomponents; and mercury in the CCFL (cold cathode
the trackpad to give you a specific right-hand clickfluorescent lamp) backlights of LCD monitors. Apple
zone.has successfully eliminated these toxins from the new
Current Mac owners will spot the lack of a button lyingMacBook Pro.
along the bottom of the trackpad. Apple has replacedApple has also worked hard to ensure every aspect
this by simply turning the whole trackpad into a button.of the design and manufacturing process considers
In other words, you can click the trackpad anywhereenvironmental impact. As a result, the new MacBook
on its surface.Pro reaches the gold standard of EPEAT (electronic
Mini DisplayPortproduct environmental assessment tool). EPEAT
The new Mini DisplayPort connector on the MacBookmeasures the way in which a product affects the
Pro is a tenth of the size of a normal DVI port. Itenvironment; the amount of energy it consumes; and
provides a fast, no-nonsense method of connectingthe ability to recycle its parts. A gold rating is proof of
the 24 inch Apple Cinema Display, or peripherals suchApple’s ecological commitment.
as projection systems. Various Mini DisplayPortThe new MacBook Pro also meets the exacting
adaptors also enable you to connect VGA, DVI, andstandards required to give it Energy Star status. In fact,
dual-link DVI monitors.the MacBook Pro uses just 33% of the electricity
Cinema Displayneeded for one light bulb.
Apple’s 24 inch LED backlit Cinema Display is theA high calibre product
perfect complement to the new MacBook Pro. It’sThe new 15 inch MacBook Pro has a range of
just what you need if you’re making a presentation,exceptional features as well as industry-leading
or you just want the advantages conferred by aimprovements in technology and green standards. With
larger screen. Apple has also designed the Cinemathe unibody, it also has a remarkable design concept.
Display so that you can connect and use thePut all these innovations together, and you have a truly
MacBook Pro as simply as possible. Similarly, you cansuperior laptop.
disconnect with ease and walk away with the