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10-25-2012, 11:04 AM
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10-25-2012, 11:09 AM
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Any mac with the TB connector can do that. I would notice the difference, but not sure if its worth getting a new Mac over.
10-25-2012, 11:09 AM
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10-25-2012, 11:12 AM
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10-25-2012, 11:16 AM
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10-25-2012, 11:20 AM
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Keep in mind the 13" and some 15"s without retina comes with the Intel HD4000 for graphics. In my experience, it heats up quickly and the fans kick in anytime you do anything resembling a Youtube video.
On the 15" retina I own, the fans have only kicked in (quietly too) once. I tried out Diablo III.
In fact, my laptop never gets beyond slightly warm. Not sure if that matters or not to you.
On the 15" retina I own, the fans have only kicked in (quietly too) once. I tried out Diablo III.
In fact, my laptop never gets beyond slightly warm. Not sure if that matters or not to you.
10-25-2012, 11:50 AM
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My 2007 MBP gets hot as fawk! Sometimes so hot that I can't put it in my lap. I don't even do anything that serious either 
10-25-2012, 12:40 PM
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How would one go about selling their kidney or part of their liver?
10-25-2012, 12:43 PM
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Cut out said part and sit in bath tub filled with ice.
Call 911 and tell them your organs were robbed.
Call 911 and tell them your organs were robbed.
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10-25-2012, 12:49 PM
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10-27-2012, 03:09 AM
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Got a buyer for my 2011 MBpro and HP Spectre. Getting a 15 inch retina this week.
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10-27-2012, 01:01 PM
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I told you it was only a matter of time 
10-27-2012, 05:35 PM
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10-27-2012, 06:01 PM
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2.6GHz Quad-core Intel Core i7, Turbo Boost up to 3.6GHz
16GB 1600MHz DDR3L SDRAM
512GB Flash Storage
Backlit Keyboard (US) & User’s Guide (English)
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10-27-2012, 06:05 PM
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10-27-2012, 06:08 PM
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Aren't UK and US keyboards different? Is your buyer in the UK?
10-27-2012, 06:08 PM
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Well, my friend is ordering it on Monday, he gets a 9% discount, but £2,458.99 incl. VAT sucks.
10-27-2012, 06:09 PM
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10-27-2012, 06:29 PM
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10-28-2012, 03:34 AM
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2,200.00 gbp = 3,543.65 usd
10-28-2012, 03:36 AM
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$2,999.00 for the same config in the US.
But my wife would notice if I flew to the US to get a new laptop. Plus you cant think about the conversion, Im still charging 30 pounds an hour for consulting.
But my wife would notice if I flew to the US to get a new laptop. Plus you cant think about the conversion, Im still charging 30 pounds an hour for consulting.
10-28-2012, 05:20 PM
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Looked at the 13" at the apple store today...damn nice.
They carry the 2.9 i7 in the store...but only with the 512GB ssd...tempted.
They carry the 2.9 i7 in the store...but only with the 512GB ssd...tempted.
10-28-2012, 05:51 PM
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hmm.. im going to drop by the apple store on saturday to take a peek at the iPad mini and 13" retina.
10-28-2012, 05:59 PM
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hmm.. am i mistaken here? but i just priced out a non-retina 15" to the same specs as the retina model and its actually cheaper to go with the retina version by 200-300.
but when i price out the non-retina 13" model to the retina specs, its an additional 200 to go with the retina.
anyways im just thinking out loud.
but when i price out the non-retina 13" model to the retina specs, its an additional 200 to go with the retina.
anyways im just thinking out loud.
10-29-2012, 04:05 PM
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Been reading reviews on the Intel 4000 graphics chip in the 13"....ugh.
Why apple....why did you think that ALL serious pros wouldnt want the 13?
Personal testing must be done...problem is I doubt they'll actually load up any pro suites on those machines...if I could find one with final cut and aperture...I could at least "play" with apps similar to what I use.
Why apple....why did you think that ALL serious pros wouldnt want the 13?
Personal testing must be done...problem is I doubt they'll actually load up any pro suites on those machines...if I could find one with final cut and aperture...I could at least "play" with apps similar to what I use.
10-29-2012, 08:30 PM
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hmm.. am i mistaken here? but i just priced out a non-retina 15" to the same specs as the retina model and its actually cheaper to go with the retina version by 200-300.
but when i price out the non-retina 13" model to the retina specs, its an additional 200 to go with the retina.
anyways im just thinking out loud.
but when i price out the non-retina 13" model to the retina specs, its an additional 200 to go with the retina.
anyways im just thinking out loud.
10-29-2012, 09:30 PM
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hmm.. am i mistaken here? but i just priced out a non-retina 15" to the same specs as the retina model and its actually cheaper to go with the retina version by 200-300.
but when i price out the non-retina 13" model to the retina specs, its an additional 200 to go with the retina.
anyways im just thinking out loud.
but when i price out the non-retina 13" model to the retina specs, its an additional 200 to go with the retina.
anyways im just thinking out loud.
10-30-2012, 03:35 AM
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About to leave to get it. Going on 8GB since I am too impatient to wait for delivery.
10-30-2012, 05:46 AM
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Damn you paypal!!!!!
10-30-2012, 01:00 PM
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its nice
10-30-2012, 02:18 PM
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Boot Camp looks crazy.
10-30-2012, 02:29 PM
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Retina porn sites??? 
10-30-2012, 02:30 PM
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The more I think about it....the more I think I realize the internals of the 15 are what I will need for long term use...
Its annoying as shit...I REALLY want the 13 form factor.
Still have to take a SD to an apple store and play more...but Im in no rush, not a financial investment I'm in the position to make right now...especially if I have to go 15....fuck that bums me out.
Its annoying as shit...I REALLY want the 13 form factor.
Still have to take a SD to an apple store and play more...but Im in no rush, not a financial investment I'm in the position to make right now...especially if I have to go 15....fuck that bums me out.
10-30-2012, 02:53 PM
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10-30-2012, 03:15 PM
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Because the wife isnt going to notice at all???