Apple 13" MacBook Pro Review and Specs

Apple 13" MacBook Pro

This 13 inch notebook is the smallest of the Apple MacBook Pro family. Apple 13" MacBook Pro 13 inch has previously used the older Intel Core 2 Duo processors, which are still using the white MacBook, the latest model using one of the latest Intel Sandy Bridge chips - the Core i7-2620M. At 2.7GHz it has the highest clock speed of each mobile Intel dual-core processor and is borne out in our benchmarks.

This excellent performance is undoubtedly helped by the processor Turbo Boost ability while increasing the clock speed to 3.4GHz when performing certain tasks. The fan is usually quiet can be harder when the processor is working, while the bottom can be a bit warmer too. Details relating to the specifications of the Apple 13" MacBook Pro are discussed below.

Apple Macbook Pro 13 Specs :

• Mac OS X v10.5.7 (9J3032)
• Intel Core 2 Duo P8400 2.26GHz (3MB L2 cache, 1066MHz frontside bus)
• 2GB 1067MHz DDR3 SDRAM
• 160GB 5400rpm SATA hard disk drive
• 13.3″ glossy widescreen TFT LED backlit display (1280 x 800)
• NVIDIA GeForce 9400M graphics (256MB of DDR3 shared memory)
• 8x slot-loading SuperDrive (DVD±R DL/DVD±RW/CD-RW)
• iSight webcam
• AirPort Extreme WiFi (IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n)
• Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR (Enhanced Data Rate)
• Mini DisplayPort, Ethernet, two USB 2.0 ports, FireWire 800, Audio out and microphone, SD-Card reader
• Dimensions : 0.95″ x 12.78″ x 8.94″ (H x W x D)
• Weight: 4.51 pounds
• Integrated 58-watt-hour lithium-polymer battery
• 60W MagSafe power adapter with cable management system

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Apple MacBook Air 11-inch (Thunderbolt) Review, Specs and Price

Apple MacBook Air 11-inch (Thunderbolt)

Apple has been launched the latest generation of MacBook Series, namely Apple MacBook Air 11-inch (Thunderbolt). The Apple MacBook Air 11-inch (Thunderbolt) brings new designs and brings fresh air for the Apple MacBook Series. 
 
The Apple MacBook Air 11-inch (Thunderbolt) retains the super-slim design seen on the previous versions. Measuring 0.68 by 11.8 by 7.56 inches (HWD), and tapering to 0.11 inch at its thinnest edge, the 2.32-pound Air is still thinner and lighter than any competitor. The Acer Aspire AS1830T-68U118 and the Lenovo ThinkPad X120e are two of the lightest units we've seen, and they still outweigh the Air by noticeable margins (3 and 3.3 pounds, respectively). The iconic aluminum Unibody construction keeps the MacBook Air 11-inch both slim and strong. For more details, here are the full specifications of Apple MacBook Air 11-inch (Thunderbolt): 

 Apple MacBook Air 11-inch Specifications

Display
Diagonal Size : 11.6"

Supported Resolutions :
• 1366 x 768 (native), 1344 x 756, 1280 x 720, 1024 x 576 pixels at 16:9 aspect ratio
• 1152 x 720, 1024 x 640, and 800 x 500 pixels at 16:10 aspect ratio
• 1024 x 768, 800 x 600, and 640 x 480 pixels at 4:3 aspect ratio
• 720 x 480 pixels at 3:2 aspect ratio

Technology : LED-backlit glossy display

Graphics Card
NVIDIA GeForce 320M with 256MB DDR3 SDRAM shared with main memory

Processor
Type : Intel Core^TM 2 Duo processor
Speed : 1.4 GHz
FSB : 800 MHz
Cache : 3MB L2

Type : Intel Core^TM 2 Duo processor
Speed : 1.4 GHz
FSB : 800 MHz
Cache : 3MB L2

Memory
2GB 1066MHz DDR3 SDRAM onboard
Max : 4GB

Storage
64GB flash storage
128GB flash storage

Optical Drive
No built-in optical drive
Use DVD or CD Sharing to wirelessly "borrow" the optical drive of a nearby Mac or PC. Install applications from a DVD or CD and have full access to an optical drive.

Communication
LAN : Apple USB Ethernet Adapter (sold separately)

WLAN :
AirPort Extreme 802.11n Wi-Fi wireless networking
IEEE 802.11a/b/g compatible

Bluetooth : Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR

Inputs and Controls
• Full-size keyboard with 78 (U.S.) or 79 (ISO) keys, 12 function keys, 4 arrow keys (inverted “T” arrangement)

• Multi-Touch trackpad for precise cursor control; supports inertial scrolling, pinch, rotate, swipe, three-finger swipe, four-finger swipe, tap, double-tap, and drag capabilities

Audio
Stereo speakers
Omnidirectional microphone
Headphone minijack
Support for Apple Earphones with Remote and Mic

Interface
1 x DVI
1 x VGA
1 x Dual-Link DVI
1 x HDMI
1 x MagSafe power port
2 x USB 2.0 ports (up to 480 Mbps)
1 x Mini DisplayPort
1 x Headphone
1 x Microphone

Camera
FaceTime camera

Power
Battery : Li-Po 35 Whr
Adapter : 45W MagSafe power adapter with cable management system
Up to 5 hours wireless web
Up to 30 days standby time

Dimensions and Weight
Width : 299.5 mm (11.8")
Depth : 192 mm (7.56")
Height : 3 - 17 mm (0.11 - 0.68")
Weight : 1.06 kg (2.3 pounds)

Environmental
Operating temperature : 10 to 35°C (50 to 95°F)
Relative humidity : 0 to 90 %, non-condensing

Operating System
Mac OS X Snow Leopard

Software
Software included :
• iTunes
• Time Machine
• Quick Look
• Spaces
• Spotlight
• Dashboard
• Mail
• iChat
• Safari
• Address Book
• QuickTime
• iCal
• DVD Player
• Photo Booth
• Front Row, and more

iLife includes :
• iPhoto
• iMovie
• GarageBand
• iWeb
• iDVD
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Apple MacBook Air Thunderbolt 13-inch Review, Specs and Price

Apple MacBook Air Thunderbolt 13-inch

Apple MacBook Air Thunderbolt 13-inch is loaded with new features on its specs to be a significant performance improvement over the previous Air 13-inch i.e.: an Intel Core i5 processor, standard memory configuration to 4GB, and having a new graphics subsystem. And still, it brings unique Apple features like and Thunderbolt high-speed data transfer technology, backlit keyboard, attractive design, and lightweight construction. This 13-inch system only weighs at 2.9 pounds, makes it a king in ultrathin and ultraportable laptop category. Apple MacBook Air Thunderbolt 13-inch price is offered at $1,299 (direct). It also loaded with recently introduced Apple OS, Mac OS X Lion. With $300 higher, it has better system than MacBook Air Thunderbolt 11-inch ( price $999 direct).


Apple MacBook Air Thunderbolt 13-inch system is supported by a low-voltage processor: 1.7GHz Core i5-2557 processor - Sandy Bridge platform. Its memory configuration is uprgared from 2GB on series to be 4GB. On PCMark Vantage testing, it scored at 3186 points. Apple MacBook Air Thunderbolt 13-inch graphical performace is supported by Intel HD Graphics 3000. But its performace is not better than  integrated Nvidia graphics placed in previous MacBook Air.

Apple MacBook Air Thunderbolt 13-inch doen't bring significant changes to the design from its predecessor. A lightning bolt icon next to the mini-DisplayPort as a sign of 2011 MacBook Air. Its ultrathin profile body is measured at 0.68 inches (in the back) and 0.11 inches (at the front bezel). Its the most ultraportables laptop. It weighs at 2.9 pounds, which falls to Sony Z214GX (2.5 pounds). Apple MacBook Air Thunderbolt 13-inch enclosure is made from iconic aluminum Unibody construction to supports it slim and strong. Apple MacBook Air Thunderbolt 13-inch has 13.3-inch widescreen with 1,440-by-900 maximum resolution. This resolution is the best in 13 inch category. It screen is brilliance and sharp which surpassed only by the number of pixels it packs in. For more details, Please see the full specs below :

Apple MacBook Air Thunderbolt 13-inch features and full specs :

Processor	1.7GHz Intel Core i5-2557M
Operating System	Mac OS X 10.7 - Mac OS X Lion
Video Graphics	Intel HD Graphics 3000
Memory	4 GB DDR3
Display	13.3 inches widescreen displays 1,440-by-900 maximum resolution
Hard Drive	SSD 128 GB
Optical Drive	none
Network	integrated 802.11n Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 4.0 no wired networking connection
Ports	Thunderbolt technology on Mini DisplayPort jack, two USB ports, SD slot, an audio jack
Weight	2.9 pounds
Battery	50WH battery up to 5 hours 46 minutes
Audio	stereo speakers
Price	$1,299 (direct)