Apple MacBook Pro 13.3in Intel Core i5 8GB 256GB - Grey

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Product name : MacBook Pro 13.3in Intel Core i5 8GB 256GB - Grey
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Long product name Apple MacBook Pro 13.3in Intel Core i5 8GB 256GB - Grey :
13.3" IPS 2560x1600, 2.0GHz dual-core Intel Core i5, 256GB Flash, 8GB LPDDR3, Intel Iris Graphics 540, 802.11ac, Bluetooth 4.2, 720p FaceTime HD, Force Touch, OS X Sierra
Short summary description Apple MacBook Pro 13.3in Intel Core i5 8GB 256GB - Grey :
Apple MacBook Pro 13.3in Intel Core i5 8GB 256GB - Grey, Intel® Core™ i5, 2 GHz, 33.8 cm (13.3"), 2560 x 1600 pixels, 8 GB, 256 GB
Long summary description Apple MacBook Pro 13.3in Intel Core i5 8GB 256GB - Grey :
Apple MacBook Pro 13.3in Intel Core i5 8GB 256GB - Grey. Product type: Laptop, Form factor: Clamshell. Processor family: Intel® Core™ i5, Processor frequency: 2 GHz. Display diagonal: 33.8 cm (13.3"), Display resolution: 2560 x 1600 pixels. Internal memory: 8 GB, Internal memory type: LPDDR3-SDRAM. Total storage capacity: 256 GB, Storage media: Flash. On-board graphics card model: Intel® Iris™ Graphics 540. Operating system installed: macOS Sierra. Product colour: Grey. Weight: 1.37 kg

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Updated:
2017-05-28 01:51:34

Average rating:81

Uk has collected 229 expert reviews for Apple MacBook Pro 13.3in Intel Core i5 8GB 256GB - Grey and the average expert rating is 81 of 100. The average score reflects the expert community’s view on this product. Click below and use Uk to see all ratings, product awards and conclusions.

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devontechsupport.com

Updated:
2017-05-28 01:51:33

Average rating:0

Apple's new 13-inch MacBook Pro, the version without the new Touch Bar, is a curious laptop. On one hand, the “Pro” moniker suggests that it's aimed at professionals just like every model in the line-up has been since the MacBook Pro debuted in 2006.On th...

It's been a long wait for a new MacBook Pro, and in many ways it feels like this new 13-inch model has been worth it. There are just so many positives about the machine that make it a joy to use – from its svelte dimensions to its eye-popping display, gre...

reviewed.com

Updated:
2017-05-28 01:51:33

Average rating:81

Apple's latest 13-inch MacBook Pro is a strange development given this long-running narrative. Sure, it has a stunningly engineered chassis and an unbelievably gorgeous screen, but the price is well above par for the market. Even with options like the ni...

Maybe, but it's only a sure thing if you're a devoted Mac fanIf you're looking for the best all-around MacBook in the 2016 lineup, you should definitely get the one that has an updated Retina screen, fast Intel Core i chip, plenty of ports, and a great ke...

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gadgetguy.com.au

Updated:
2017-05-28 01:51:33

Average rating:86

As we reported three months ago, Apple has recently released a whole new replacement range of MacBook Pro computers. The MacBook Pro is the higher end of Apple's notebook computer range, which start with the MacBook Air, then the MacBook, and then the Pr...

Excellent all round performance, very good battery life, brilliant touch pad, very good screen...
I know what I'm doing more with Windows than with a Mac. But I must say that this entry level 13 inch MacBook Pro makes the thought of switching extremely tempting.Tags AppleMacBook ProRetinaUSB Type-CUSB-CPrevious article Review: Oppo R9s smart phoneThom...

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expertreviews.co.uk

Updated:
2017-05-28 01:51:33

Average rating:80

The thing is, that 2015 MacBook was marred by a particularly drab flaw. That Core M processor just wasn’t good enough for me. That MacBook felt more like a companion for your desktop rather than your sole work device and it and myself never really hit it...

As good as last year's model was, I felt like a really needed an excuse in order to justify buying one. This year's model, however, with its better battery life, faster storage and quicker CPU is a laptop that needs no such vindication. If portability is...

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canadianreviewer.com

Updated:
2017-05-28 01:51:33

Average rating:80

The previous MacBook Pro line has been the standard bearer of professionals and creatives. A step up from trusty MacBook Airs, the Pros didn't just have great battery life, they had the top processing speed, and all the fine features that made getting wor...

The MacBook Pros usher in a new era for personal computing. Apple's refusal to add touch functionality to macOS (lest it cannibalize iOS) has resulted in two workarounds that assist users in interacting more intimately with their technology and the work t...

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wovow.org

Updated:
2017-05-28 01:51:33

Average rating:0

Apple MacBook Pro 13, the new notebook prosumer of Apple introduces the Touch ID for security and a brand new way to interact with the innovative Touchbar.Cutting-edge, it does not mean necessarily know they innovators, but at least know how to follow the...

The Apple MacBook Pro 13 with Touchbar being tested for this review is a great notebook. Durable but stylish as usual, very versatile but with a price that is difficult to reach the end consumer, it has technical features that can satisfy the prosumer ran...

macworld.co.uk

Updated:
2017-05-28 01:51:33

Average rating:80

Welcome to our MacBook Pro 2016 review. If you'd like to read about last year's models, read our 15in MacBook Pro 2.5GHz, 2015 review, 15in MacBook Pro 2.2GHz, 2015 review and 13in MacBook Pro 2.7GHz, 2015 review.Apple's new MacBook Pro is here at last. U...

Glorious vast trackpad with Force Touch, Unlock with Touch ID, Tremendous possibilities of Touch Bar...
Cramped and slightly rattly keyboard with almost unusable arrow keys, Very expensive...
We're rather in love with the new MacBook Pro, but as with many love affairs there are irritations.The trackpad is huge and wonderful to use; but it's so big that the keyboard has been pushed up to make room, as well as flattened down to make the laptop s...

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theguardian.com

Updated:
2017-05-28 01:51:33

Average rating:60

Apple's latest laptop, the new 13in MacBook Pro, is a much anticipated re-design of the company's notebook range and represents a brave new USB-C-only future. But is it worth sacrificing ports and spending the best part of £2,000 to use?The last update to...

beautiful, great screen, interesting Touch Bar, Touch ID, massive trackpad, thin and relatively light, USBC...
short battery life, no USBA ports, no ethernet, no native display ports, no upgrading after purchase, very expensive...
The 13in MacBook Pro could be a wonderful computer, but it isn't. Is it great to use? Absolutely, it's brilliant, it's beautiful, it's almost everything Apple said it was, I absolutely love it… until it runs out of battery. Or you have to dig out yet ano...

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itpro.co.uk

Updated:
2017-05-28 01:51:33

Average rating:100

Sign up for our daily newsletter Apple has finally unveiled an updated MacBook Pro and, while the new notebook is suitably impressive, the company has also caused consternation by hiking the price and removing most of the ports. The tech giant is hoping...

Phenomenal keyboard, Apple's thinnest and lightest MacBook Pro to date, Truly staggering disk speeds...
Major price hike, Features Thunderbolt 3 ports only, Touch Bar only available on most expensive model...
If you can stomach the eye-watering price and you don't mind going without the traditional complement of ports, the new MacBook Pro is one of the best laptops money can buy. Speed, power and razor-sharp design sensibilities make it an absolute delight...

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trustedreviews.com

Updated:
2017-05-28 01:51:33

Average rating:90

The 2016 MacBook Pro lineup represents Apple's biggest laptop shake-up in years, taking what was already a a premium brand and pushing it up a notch. The end result is probably the best laptop you can buy today, but also one of the most expensive. As I e...

Outstanding design and build, Lots of Thunderbolt ports, High-quality screen, Great performance...
Please, sir, can I have some adapters?, Inconsistent battery life with some workloads...

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stuff.tv/my/

Updated:
2017-05-28 01:51:33

Average rating:80

We've already delivered the Stuff verdict on one of Apple's new MacBook Pros - and that verdict being it's an absolutely brilliant laptop.That was the entry-level version, too: the version that's down on power, short of connections, and misses out on the...

A beautifully made, fantastically compact device, The screen is fabulous, There's nothing nicer to type on, Touch Bar looks awesome and has loads of potential, More ports can only be a good thing...
Lack of Touch Bar-supported apps limits its usefulness right now, Not a huge real-world jump in power from entry-level model, You'll need adapters - at least in the early days...
That was the entry-level version, too: the version that's down on power, short of connections, and misses out on the headline-grabbing, Function button-replacing, contextual actions-adding sliver of OLED loveliness that is the Touch Bar.Seeing as the vers...

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stuff.tv

Updated:
2017-05-28 01:51:33

Average rating:80

We've already delivered the Stuff verdict on one of Apple's new MacBook Pros - and that verdict being it's an absolutely brilliant laptop.That was the entry-level version, too: the version that's down on power, short of connections, and misses out on the...

A beautifully made, fantastically compact device, The screen is fabulous, There's nothing nicer to type on, Touch Bar looks awesome and has loads of potential, More ports can only be a good thing...
Lack of Touch Bar-supported apps limits its usefulness right now, Not a huge real-world jump in power from entry-level model, You'll need adapters - at least in the early days...
The new MacBook Pro is an awesome thing. It's beautifully made, fantastically compact and an absolute delight to use each and every day. Looking at the range as a whole, though, this 13in Touch Bar model looks the least compelling to me. The power boost...

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Digitaltrends.com

Updated:
2017-05-28 01:51:33

Average rating:60

Have you grown bored of seeing your local Starbucks awash in silver, mid-sized laptops, all sporting that glowing Apple logo? We don't blame you. Apple has remained committed to the MacBook Pro's design over the last four years, counting on engineering ex...

Exquisite look and feel, Screen is among the best we've tested, Loud, enjoyable speakers, Spacious, responsive touchpad, Top-tier hard drive performance...
Adapters needed to connect most devices, Keyboard is well below average, Touch Bar lacks an obvious purpose, Battery life takes a step back...
Probably not, even if you prefer a Mac.The MacBook Pro 13 with Touch Bar is not a bad laptop. On the contrary, it's good. But the $1,800 price tag demands more than just good. A laptop sold for that, as an entry-level model, must be among the best of the...

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trustedreviews.com

Updated:
2017-05-28 01:51:33

Average rating:80

The MacBook Pro line has long represented the pinnacle of stylish and sturdy laptop design, and the overhauled 2016 edition is a huge refinement on Apple's already great formula. However, when it comes to value for money, the MacBook Pro is less appealin...

Stunning design and build quality, Pro-quality screen, Super-fast SSD, Silky-smooth macOS...
Middling processor, Where are the ports?, Too expensive given performance...

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bit.com.au

Updated:
2017-05-28 01:51:33

Average rating:83

Following our early hands-on look at the new MacBook Pro, we've spent some more time with Apple's latest flagship notebook – and, in particular, we've been able to run it through our benchmark tests. And overall, our early impressions remain: it's an am...

Despite that, there's no doubt that the new MacBook Pro is a great laptop. It's slimmer, lighter, has a slightly nicer display and in general is a more pleasant device to use than its predecessor.It even sounds better, but there is a price to pay, and it'...

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macworld.com.au

Updated:
2017-05-28 01:51:33

Average rating:70

Physically, the MacBook Pro got a pretty dramatic overhaul, even though this model keeps the row of function keys along the top of the computer. The MacBook Pro is thinner and lighter than previous generations—this one weighs just a hair over 3 pounds. Wh...

Great battery life, first P3 color gamut Retina display in a Mac laptop...
Keyboard is a step backward from old MacBook Pro keyboards, Two Thunderbolt 3 ports instead of four, Limited to 16GB RAM maximum, and graphics aren't upgradeable, From $2199...
As solid as this entry-level MacBook Pro is compared to the aging MacBook Air I use day-in and day-out, pro users seeking a real MacBook Pro replacement will probably compare this model's specs and price against the Touch Bar versions and find them lackin...

goodgearguide.com.au

Updated:
2017-05-28 01:51:33

Average rating:0

The wait for overhauled MacBook Pros is over, so let the shakeup begin. This entry-level 13-inch MacBook Pro with a 2GHz Core i5 and function keys is a great replacement for my 13-inch MacBook Air. Whether it's powerful enough for MacBook Pro power users...

Which should you buy? As solid as this entry-level MacBook Pro is compared to the aging MacBook Air I use day-in and day-out, pro users seeking a real MacBook Pro replacement will probably compare this model's specs and price against the Touch Bar ver...

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alphr.com

Updated:
2017-05-28 01:51:33

Average rating:100

The Apple MacBook Pro (2016) has arrived in the office, but for once I'm feeling a little deflated. Not because it's a disappointing laptop, or that it's considerably more expensive than last year's model, or even because it lacks certain slots and ports...

The New MacBook Pro was released just a few months ago, but it looks like Apple is already planning to update its new flagship. Code in Apple's macOS 10.12.4 beta suggests that Apple will be updating all three of its MacBook Pro models with new efficient...

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crn.com.au

Updated:
2017-05-28 01:51:33

Average rating:0

The Apple MacBook Pro (2016) has arrived in the office, but for once I'm feeling a little deflated.Not because it's a disappointing laptop, or that it's considerably more expensive than last year's model, or even because it lacks certain slots and ports (...

and pricesDespite that, there's no doubt that the new MacBook Pro is a great laptop. It's slimmer, lighter, has a slightly nicer display and in general is a more pleasant device to use than its predecessor.It even sounds better, but there is a price to p...

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digitalspy.com

Updated:
2017-05-28 01:51:34

Average rating:0

Finally! It's been an age since the MacBook Pro was handed a serious update, but now we've got a couple of new models, and it looks like they've been worth the wait. Yes, yes, it might be that innovative new Touch Bar that's got you really excited, but si...

Lining up 67% brighter and with a 67% higher contrast ratio than past models, this panel really pops. Throw in a 25% wider colour gamut, and you've got a 13.3inch display with true wow factor, Whatever you're using the laptop for, be it picture editing, s...

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expertreviews.co.uk

Updated:
2017-05-28 01:51:34

Average rating:0

I’m not griping about the now-absent SD card slot – although I am mildly irked – and nor am I grumbling about the fact that there’s now nothing more than two USB-C ports and a headphone socket to keep me connected. No, these are things I can live with. Wh...

Good performance, Blazingly fast SSD, Brilliant wide-gamut display, Superb touchpad...
Only USB Type C, Very, very expensive...
Apple has ushered the MacBook Pro into the future with its new design, but the changes aren't all for the better...

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pocket-lint.com

Updated:
2017-05-28 01:51:34

Average rating:0

Apple has released a new entry-level MacBook Pro that is likely to woo MacBook Air users looking to upgrade without pushing the budget too hard. In a slightly confusing move, Apple has launched various different models in its new MacBook Pro family. If yo...

Great keyboard, Stunning screen, Big trackpad...
Lack of ports...
The entry-level MacBook Pro delivers a flagship laptop design from Apple that many will be happy with, without getting caught up in the new Touch Bar and Touch ID option.The looks, design, new keyboard and trackpad are all lovely. The screen is delicious...

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digitalspy.com

Updated:
2017-05-28 01:51:34

Average rating:100

It's been a while since a laptop really wowed us. Okay, the positively diddy nature of the Apple MacBook was seriously impressive, but sub-sized dimensions aside, nothing's really changed the whole screen, keyboard, shell dynamic that's been the laptop fo...

Innovative Touch Bar improves usability, Simply stunning, high-end design, Oodles of power and a joy to use...
Additional ports would be nice, Can get a bit toasty, Need for adapters is frustrating...
© Digital SpyMore than laptop evolution, the 2016 MacBook Pro Touch Bar is computing revolution, and not just because of its innovative new input option. Yes, the OLED strip is a brilliant way to speed up whatever you're working on, but it's still early i...

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techradar.com/au/

Updated:
2017-05-28 01:51:34

Average rating:0

It's finally here: the new-and-improved MacBook Pro, and it seems to have closed the gap between the Pro line and the competition – and them some.But the MacBook Pro has done so in ways that matter perhaps even more than gigahertz and pixels. This is no...

Superthin and light, Touch Bar smartly designed, Loads of USBC ports, Huge trackpad...
Touch Bar needs more app support, Direct light washes out Touch Bar display...
To say the new MacBook Pro is a massive improvement over the previous model would be an understatement. It's more portable and more powerful, not to mention more enjoyable to use. But it's tough to justify the premium for that Touch Bar, no matter how coo...

pickr.com.au

Updated:
2018-04-26 17:22:13

Average rating:88

It's been a long time coming, but Apple's MacBook Pro has finally, finally (finally) been updated, and while the super special models with Touch ID and the interactive Touch Bar are coming, the entry level option is a good taste of what's to come. Is it t...

Beautifully designed and built, Brilliantly bright and clear screen, Second-generation keyboard feels better than the first, Trackpad is massive, Battery life is good, especially for the size and specs...
Keyboard won't be ideal for all, Only two USB/Thunderbolt ports, No SD card slot...
We're going to sound a little different from many of the other reviewers, but we actually think it's good that Apple jumped to USB Type C and Thunderbolt 3 without including the standard USB port, and it's not the first company to do so.HP did so earlier...

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au.pcmag.com

Updated:
2018-04-26 17:22:13

Average rating:80

The 15-inch MacBook Pro (starts at $2,399; $2,799 as tested) is the closest you can get to toting the power of an Apple desktop like the iMac around the office or in your carry-on luggage. The 2016 redesign is slimmer and lighter, with the formidable comp...

App-aware Touch Bar is functional and cool, P3 color spectrum, Four USB-C/Thunderbolt 3 ports...
Shallow key travel, No USB 3,0 ports, USB-C/Thunderbolt 3 isn't ubiquitous yet...
Apple's MacBook Pro finally gets an update. Just make sure you're ready to buy adapters for your existing peripherals...

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techadvisor.co.uk

Updated:
2018-08-09 20:58:42

Average rating:0

If you're in the market for a powerful laptop , Microsoft and Apple have both just unveiled their latest wares: the Surface Book i7 and the 2016 MacBook Pro . On paper their specifications may look similar, but these are two very different beasts. Here we...

It's too early to come to any firm conclusions since we haven't yet run our benchmarks on these laptops. But even without confirmed battery runtimes or performance scores, it's clear that they are two different machines. The Surface Book is much more vers...

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engadget.com

Updated:
2017-05-28 01:51:33

Average rating:86

Good news: Apple finally revamped the MacBook Pro, after sticking with the same design for more than four years. The bad news: It's not quite the notebook we at Engadget had been waiting for. Though the refreshed MBP ushers in a series of improvements --...

Attractive and well-built, Thinner and lighter, Retina screen is brighter and more colorful than ever, Impressive audio quality, Fast performance, especially the disk speeds, Touch ID is a useful addition, Spacious trackpad...
Expensive with the Touch Bar, Easy to accidentally hit the Touch Bar instead of the Delete key, No memory card slot, The only ports are USB-C ports, Rated battery life is shorter this year, No more MagSafe...
The entry-level 13-inch MacBook Pro has the typical Function row instead of the new Touch Bar, but depending on your preferences, that could be a good thing. The lower price also means you get half as many ports as the higher-end models -- just two US...

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appleinsider.com

Updated:
2017-05-28 01:51:33

Average rating:80

Apple's new 13-inch MacBook Pro with Touch Bar embraces the future, delivering it in a super light, portable, attractive and expensive package. But are users ready to embrace that future? And does the 13-inch model have enough horsepower and connectivity...

The first MacBook Pro with Retina display debuted in October of 2012. Its starting price was $1,699— $100 cheaper than this latest-generation model with Touch Bar and USB-C. We can't help but feel that the new 13-inch MacBook Pro with Touch Bar would hav...

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notebookcheck.net

Updated:
2017-05-28 01:51:33

Average rating:0

Live Review // The better 13-inch Pro? The MacBook Pro 13 Touch Bar is Apple's new 13-inch flagship model. Besides the obvious OLED display above the keyboard, however, there are more differences compared to the entry-level model with function keys. Is it...

excellent chassis and build quality, huge trackpad with great precision, quiet and good cooling, high WLAN transfer speeds, very good display with perfect scaling, good speakers, good battery runtimes, steady performance, also on battery, 4x Thunderbolt...
but reduced bandwidth for the ports on the right side, neither USB-A nor HDMI-out, 2.4 GHz WLAN issues with attached USB-C device, poor webcam, very expensive – especially the upgrades...
The two models of the new Apple MacBook Pro 13 are – as expected – similar in many respects. This includes the excellent chassis, which is still extremely sturdy despite the diet. You also get one of the best and brightest displays on the market, independ...

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arstechnica.com

Updated:
2017-05-28 01:51:33

Average rating:0

The new design of the MacBook Pros is nice, and Apple's decision to put in nothing but Thunderbolt 3 ports has prompted a fresh wave of dongle talk, but the signature feature of the new MacBook Pros was always going to be the Touch Bar.This little touch-e...

Nice new designs that are thinner and lighter than their predecessors, Four Thunderbolt 3 ports each, two on each side—this is super convenient for charging, especially, Low-travel keyboard still isn't for everyone, but it's a marked improvement over the...
13-inch Touch Bar model doesn't have the same battery life as the non-Touch Bar model, Extremely limited repairability and upgradeability, Intel's CPU speed increases in the last few years have been discouraging, Need for dongles will be inconvenient, esp...

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pcmag.com

Updated:
2017-05-28 01:51:33

Average rating:80

The mid-level 13-inch Apple MacBook Pro ($1,799) gives you better connectivity and a faster 2.9GHz Core i5 processor than you get from the $1,499 base model. But the big draw here is Apple's new Touch Bar with Touch ID, which gives you an adaptable row of...

Useful, versatile Touch Bar, Compact and sturdy chassis, Four USB-C/Thunderbolt 3 ports, Display supports DCI-P3 color spectrum...
Shallow key travel, No USB 3,0 ports, Requires adapters for legacy peripherals...
The sleek new Touch Bar adds some genuine innovation to the well-designed and powerful 13-inch MacBook Pro, but as with all new Apple laptops, you'll need to carry lots of adapters or buy all-new peripherals...

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mashable.com

Updated:
2017-05-28 01:51:33

Average rating:0

In the long history of Apple MacBooks, there is finally a touchscreen. That fact may or may not sit well with the ghost of Steve Jobs, Apple's founder and late CEO who once said it's “ergonomically terrible” to touch a laptop screen.The redesigned 13-inch...

Gorgeous design, Lighter, thinner, smaller than last MacBook Pro, Touch Bar will win you over, Another great showcase for macOS, Excellent Butterfly keyboard...
This is a pricey 13-inch device, Information on Touch Bar too easy to miss...
Apple 13-in MacBook ProThe GoodGorgeous design • Lighter, thinner, smaller than last MacBook Pro • Touch Bar will win you over • Another great showcase for macOS • Excellent Butterfly keyboardThe BadThis is a pricey 13-inch device • Information on Touch B...

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wired.com

Updated:
2017-05-28 01:51:33

Average rating:80

The new MacBook Pro comes in three flavors: two 13-inch models and a 15-incher. They all have thinner bodies, better screens, and trackpads so big they blot out the sun. And you can buy it in space gray. But the important addition is the Touch Bar. This c...

Thinner, lighter, prettier. There's no such thing as a toobig trackpad. The Touch Bar is remarkably wellexecuted. The ability to charge from any port is pretty great...
The world is not quite ready for USBC, and you're not either. The Touch Bar needs more customization, and soon. Laptops aren't supposed to be this expensive, are they?...

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appleinsider.com

Updated:
2017-05-28 01:51:33

Average rating:80

Apple's new 13-inch MacBook Pro sans Touch Bar and Touch ID is in many ways an evolutionary update, offering would-be buyers a lightweight, relatively powerful portable rig with a beautiful Retina display and solid keyboard and trackpad. But is a major re...

Overall, the 13-inch MacBook Pro without Touch Bar is an achievement in industrial design that fulfills Apple's commitment to usability and user experience. It is a happy middle ground between the thin-and-light 12-inch MacBook (MacBook Air is going away...

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Laptopmag.com

Updated:
2017-05-28 01:51:33

Average rating:70

Part mesmerizing, part helpful and part distracting. I have mixed emotions about the new Touch Bar on the 13-inch MacBook Pro, which Apple calls revolutionary. A narrow strip above the keyboard, this interactive display lets you do everything from togglin...

Excellent overall performance, Brilliant display, Powerful speakers, Superfast SSD...
Expensive, No USB Type-A ports...
The 13-inch MacBook Pro with Touch Bar offers a fresh way to interact with apps, as well as more ports and speed than the base model, but the experience doesn't yet justify the premium...

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macworld.com

Updated:
2017-05-28 01:51:33

Average rating:70

The wait for overhauled MacBook Pros is over, so let the shakeup begin. This entry-level 13-inch MacBook Pro with a 2GHz Core i5 and function keys is a great replacement for my 13-inch MacBook Air. Whether it's powerful enough for MacBook Pro power users...

Great battery life, First P3 color gamut Retina display in a Mac laptop...
Keyboard is a step backward from old MacBook Pro keyboards, Two Thunderbolt 3 ports instead of four, Limited to 16GB RAM maximum, and graphics aren't upgradeable...
Which should you buy? As solid as this entry-level MacBook Pro is compared to the aging MacBook Air I use day-in and day-out, pro users seeking a real MacBook Pro replacement will probably compare this model's specs and price against the Touch Bar ve...

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pcworld.com_techhive.com

Updated:
2017-05-28 01:51:33

Average rating:70

The wait for overhauled MacBook Pros is over, so let the shakeup begin. This entry-level 13-inch MacBook Pro with a 2GHz Core i5 and function keys is a great replacement for my 13-inch MacBook Air. Whether it's powerful enough for MacBook Pro power users...

Great battery life, First P3 color gamut Retina display in a Mac laptop...
Keyboard is a step backward from old MacBook Pro keyboards, Two Thunderbolt 3 ports instead of four, Limited to 16GB RAM maximum, and graphics aren't upgradeable...
Which should you buy? As solid as this entry-level MacBook Pro is compared to the aging MacBook Air I use day-in and day-out, pro users seeking a real MacBook Pro replacement will probably compare this model's specs and price against the Touch Bar ve...

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wired.com

Updated:
2017-05-28 01:51:33

Average rating:90

Earlier this year, Phil Schiller stepped onto a stage on Apple's campus and threw some sick burns at the PC industry. “As we all know,” he told the crowd, “Windows PCs were originally conceived of before there was an Internet. Before there was social medi...

So light, and so thin. Never buy a laptop without a screen this good. The battery is actually allday this time. There's almost certainly enough power here for you...
It is so, so very expensive. The transition from many ports to one is scary. No one's going to look good in this webcam...

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computershopper.com

Updated:
2017-05-28 01:51:34

Average rating:70

While Apple has been busy trotting out the Apple iPhone 7 and a new Apple Watch in recent months, the company hadn't done a whole lot with its laptop lineup (apart from the super-thin Apple MacBook , refreshed earlier this year) in quite some time. And th...

Superb screen, Thinner and lighter than previous MacBook Pro models, Excellent touch pad is now bigger...
Pricey, given the components, Only two ports, requiring added-cost adapters for most users, Shorter battery life than previous-gen model, Last-generation CPU means some similarly slim Windows machines perform better, last longer...
The entry-level version of Apple's 2016 MacBook Pro line is impressively slim and solid. But the battery life, keyboard, and (overly) future-looking ports are tricky trade-offs for a bigger touch pad and a brighter, more colorful Retina display. Read Mor...

arstechnica.com

Updated:
2017-05-28 01:51:34

Average rating:0

You can't fault longtime die-hard Mac users for being a little frustrated with Apple. In the space of just a decade, they've watched their favorite platform go from being the center of the company's attention to a minor line item . The iPhone gets refresh...

Rock-solid design that looks and feels great, Thunderbolt 3 is a tremendously versatile port, and Apple will benefit from increased adoption in the wider PC industry, Low-travel keyboard still isn't for everyone, but it's a marked improvement over the fir...
Limited number of ports, limited port selection, and need for dongles will be inconvenient, especially at first, Extremely limited repairability and upgradeability, Intel's CPU speed increases in the last few years have been discouraging, Occasional probl...

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notebookcheck.net

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2017-05-28 01:51:34

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Live-Review // Brilliant, even without Touch? The new MacBook Pro laptops have arrived. The most striking new feature: a Touch Bar instead of function keys. Apple still offers a model without this novelty, and wants to target the "entry-level sector" – pr...

excellent chassis and build quality, huge trackpad – still best in class, silent without high workloads, very good speakers, fast WLAN, very good display with perfect scaling (typical for macOS)...
connectivity issues with 2.4 GHz WLAN and USB-C devices, clattering fan on our test model, only 3 ports, very expensive – especially the upgrades, poor webcam...
Before we can get our hands on Apple's highly praised Touch Bar, we can review the entry-level model of the new MacBook Pro 13, which is already available. It is also supposed to replace the less expensive Air models in the medium-term if you ask Apple. A...

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pcmag.com

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2017-05-28 01:51:34

Average rating:80

The latest 13-inch Apple MacBook Pro ($1,499) is the least expensive model in Apple's high-end laptop line. The redesigned ultraportable resembles the 12-inch MacBook, and features a 6th Generation Intel Core i5 processor with Intel Iris graphics and a Re...

Almost 12 hours of battery life, Compact and sturdy chassis, Two USB-C/Thunderbolt 3 ports, Display supports DCI-P3 color spectrum...
Shallow key travel, No USB 3,0 (Type-A) ports, Requires adapters for legacy peripherals...
The redesigned Apple MacBook Pro laptop is undeniably slim and sleek, with a better screen and improved performance over its predecessor. But because of its sole reliance on USB-C/Thunderbolt 3 ports, you'll have to either update all of your old periphe...

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mashable.com

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2017-05-28 01:51:34

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Apple's entry-level 13-inch MacBook Pro would be considered an exciting, if not innovative, laptop, if it wasn't for the fact that Apple already teased us with the Touch Bar-sporting version.Instead, the $1,499 MacBook Pro comes across as a strong, sexy u...

Excellent design, Great keyboard and trackpad, Lighter and thinner than ever, Beautiful Retina screen, Solid performance, Excellent battery life...
No legacy ports, No signature innovation, You're still paying an Apple premium...
Entry-level 13-inch MacBook ProThe GoodExcellent design • Great keyboard and trackpad • Lighter and thinner than ever • Beautiful Retina screen • Solid performance • Excellent battery lifeThe BadNo legacy ports • No signature innovation • You're still pay...

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Laptopmag.com

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2017-05-28 01:51:34

Average rating:80

The entry-level, 13-inch MacBook Pro doesn't have the buzz-worthy Touch Bar everyone is talking about, but that doesn't mean this isn't a formidable laptop. For $1,499, you get a brighter and more colorful screen than the previous 13-inch MacBook Pro, a b...

Compact design, Very bright and colorful display, Improved butterfly keyboard, Excellent battery life, Impressive stereo speakers...
Not as fast as 7th-gen Intel-powered laptops, No SD card slot...
The new MacBook Pro is an excellent ultraportable with a brighter display, more compact design, and superb battery life, but it's not the fastest...

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imore.com

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2017-05-28 01:51:34

Average rating:45

Twelve hours with Apple's new MacBook Pro.For the last twelve hours, give or take, I've been working on the new 13-inch MacBook Pro. No, not the one with the fancy Touch Bar instead of function keys — that'll come in a week or two — but the superlegere ve...

An incredibly portable pro laptop, Blisteringly fast storage, The latest ports, Touch Bar and Touch ID, Strong, sleek unibody design...
High end graphics, Large amounts of RAM, Legacy ports, Touch screen, Low, low pricing...
Apple has been making computers into appliances for years now. It started with the iMac and, more recently, the MacBook Air and iPad. Step by step, Apple has sealed up everything from the minis to the pros and, in so doing, made them better for the mainst...

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mobiletechreview.com

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2017-05-28 01:51:34

Average rating:80

Apple claims 10 hours of battery life, and unlike most PC manufacturers, their claims are generally accurate if not conservative. In a mix of productivity work, photo editing using Adobe Photoshop CC and streaming video with brightness set to 150 nits and...

Fantastic build and good looks. Superb display, OS X Sierra is a fine OS...
Expensive- what a price hike! More for good looks than Pro work: oddball butterfly low travel keyboard, no legacy ports except headphone jack...
I've been a Mac user since the late 1980's when they were tall beige boxes with floppy drives. Apple has had their ups and downs, but I've stuck with them because their OS is solid, their build and materials excellent, the hardware and features often abov...

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macworld.com

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2018-08-06 17:13:17

Average rating:80

Apple gave its new MacBook Pro a thinner, sleeker case, which demanded a new, lower-travel keyboard, a new venting system, and even a smaller battery. But while I appreciate a Mac that's smaller and lighter, I'd rather have a Mac that's easier or just mor...

These new MacBook Pros have a lot going for them. Their biggest weakness, across the whole Touch Bar line, is price. The 13-inch model I tested is $1799 without any upgrades, and the 15-inch is $2399. Going to 512GB of storage is $200 extra, and 1TB i...

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