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CUPERTINO, Calif., Feb. 26 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ — Apple(R) today
updated its popular MacBook(R) and MacBook Pro notebook lines with the
latest Intel Core 2 Duo processors, larger hard drives and 2GB of memory
standard in most models. In addition, MacBook Pro includes the latest
NVIDIA graphics processors, now with up to 512MB of video memory, and
Apple’s innovative Multi-Touch(TM) trackpad, first introduced in MacBook
Air(TM). All Mac(R) notebooks include a built-in iSight(R) video camera for
video conferencing on- the-go*, Apple’s MagSafe(R) Power Adapter that
safely disconnects when under strain and built-in 802.11n wireless
networking for up to five times the performance and twice the range of
802.11g.**
The new MacBook Pro features the latest Intel Core 2 Duo technology
with up to a 2.6 GHz processor with 6MB of shared L2 cache; up to 4GB of
667 MHz DDR2 SDRAM memory and up to a 300GB hard drive, plus NVIDIA GeForce
8600M GT graphics with up to 512MB of video memory. Every MacBook Pro now
includes a trackpad with Multi-Touch gesture support for pinch, rotate and
swipe, making it more intuitive than ever to zoom and rotate photos in
iPhoto(R) or Aperture(TM) 2 or browse web pages in Safari(TM); an
illuminated keyboard that makes it ideal for dimly lit environments such as
airplanes, studios or conference halls and a built-in ambient light sensor,
which automatically adjusts the brightness of the keys as well as the
brightness of the display for optimal visibility.
Featuring a gorgeous 13-inch glossy widescreen display, and with prices
still starting at just $1,099, the new MacBook lineup comes in three models
and includes faster processors and larger hard drives across the line;
sleek white 2.1 GHz and 2.4 GHz models with 120GB or 160GB 5400 rpm hard
drives and a stunning black 2.4 GHz model with a massive 250GB 5400 rpm
hard drive, previously only available as an option. The 2.4 GHz MacBook
models ship with 2GB of memory standard, expandable up to 4GB across the
line.
Every MacBook and MacBook Pro includes a built-in iSight video camera
for video conferencing on-the-go; Apple’s MagSafe Power Adapter that
magnetically connects the power cord and safely disconnects when under
strain; the latest generation of 802.11n wireless networking for up to five
times the performance and twice the range of 802.11g; built-in 10/100/1000
BASE-T Gigabit Ethernet for high-speed networking; Bluetooth; analog and
digital audio inputs and outputs; USB 2.0; FireWire(R) and a built-in
SuperDrive(R).
Every Mac in the Apple lineup comes with iLife(R) ‘08, the most
significant update ever to Apple’s award-winning suite of digital lifestyle
applications, featuring a major new version of iPhoto and a completely
reinvented iMovie(R), both seamlessly integrated with the new .Mac Web
Gallery for online photo and video sharing***. Every Mac also includes
Leopard(R), the sixth major release of the world’s most advanced operating
system which introduces Time Machine(TM), an effortless way to
automatically back up everything on a Mac; a redesigned Finder(TM) that
lets users quickly browse and share files between multiple Macs; Quick
Look, a new way to instantly see files without opening an application;
Spaces, an intuitive new feature used to create groups of applications and
instantly switch between them; a brand new desktop with Stacks, a new way
to easily access files from the Dock and major enhancements to Mail and
iChat(R). .Mac members can use the new Back to My Mac feature to browse and
access files on their home computer from a Mac over the Internet while out
on the road.
Pricing & Availability
The new MacBook and MacBook Pro models are now shipping and will be
available through the Apple Store(R) (http://www.apple.com), Apple’s retail
stores and Apple Authorized Resellers.
The 2.1 GHz, 13-inch white MacBook, for a suggested retail price of
$1,099 (US), includes:
* 13.3-inch glossy widescreen 1280 x 800 display;
* 2.1 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo processor with 3MB shared L2 cache;
* 800 MHz front-side bus;
* 1GB of 667 MHz DDR2 SDRAM, expandable to 4GB;
* 120GB Serial ATA hard drive running at 5400 rpm, with Sudden Motion
Sensor;
* a slot-load Combo (DVD-ROM/CD-RW) optical drive;
* Intel Graphics Media Accelerator X3100;
* Mini-DVI out (adapters for DVI, VGA and Composite/S-Video sold
separately);
* built-in iSight video camera;
* Gigabit Ethernet port;
* built-in AirPort Extreme 802.11n wireless networking and Bluetooth
2.0+EDR;
* two USB 2.0 ports and one FireWire 400 port;
* one audio line in and one audio line out port, each supporting both
optical digital and analog;
* Scrolling trackpad; and
* 60 Watt MagSafe Power Adapter.
The 2.4 GHz, 13-inch white MacBook, for a suggested retail price of
$1,299 (US), includes:
* 13.3-inch glossy widescreen 1280 x 800 display;
* 2.4 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo processor with 3MB shared L2 cache;
* 800 MHz front-side bus;
* 2GB of 667 MHz DDR2 SDRAM, expandable to 4GB;
* 160GB Serial ATA hard drive running at 5400 rpm, with Sudden Motion
Sensor;
* a slot-load 8x SuperDrive with double-layer support
(DVD+/-R DL / DVD+/-RW / CD-RW) optical drive;
* Intel Graphics Media Accelerator X3100;
* Mini-DVI out (adapters for DVI, VGA and Composite/S-Video sold
separately);
* built-in iSight video camera;
* Gigabit Ethernet port;
* built-in AirPort Extreme 802.11n wireless networking and Bluetooth
2.0+EDR;
* two USB 2.0 ports and one FireWire 400 port;
* one audio line in and one audio line out port, each supporting both
optical digital and analog;
* Scrolling trackpad; and
* 60 Watt MagSafe Power Adapter.
The 2.4 GHz, 13-inch black MacBook, for a suggested retail price of
$1,499 (US), includes:
* 13.3-inch glossy widescreen 1280 x 800 display;
* 2.4 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo processor with 3MB shared L2 cache;
* 800 MHz front-side bus;
* 2GB of 667 MHz DDR2 SDRAM, expandable to 4GB;
* 250GB Serial ATA hard drive running at 5400 rpm, with Sudden Motion
Sensor;
* a slot-load 8x SuperDrive with double-layer support
(DVD+/-R DL / DVD+/-RW / CD-RW) optical drive;
* Intel Graphics Media Accelerator X3100;
* Mini-DVI out (adapters for DVI, VGA and Composite/S-Video sold
separately);
* built-in iSight video camera;
* Gigabit Ethernet port;
* built-in AirPort Extreme 802.11n wireless networking and Bluetooth
2.0+EDR;
* two USB 2.0 ports and one FireWire 400 port;
* one audio line in and one audio line out port, each supporting both
optical digital and analog;
* Scrolling trackpad; and
* 60 Watt MagSafe Power Adapter.
Build-to-order options for the MacBook include the ability to upgrade
to up to 4GB 667 MHz DDR2 SDRAM, a 160GB or 250GB hard drive, Apple USB
Modem, Apple Mini-DVI to DVI adapter, Apple Mini-DVI to VGA adapter, Apple
Remote, Apple MagSafe Airline Adapter and the AppleCare(R) Protection Plan.
The 2.4 GHz, 15-inch MacBook Pro, for a suggested retail price of
$1,999 (US), includes:
* 15.4-inch widescreen LED-backlit 1440 x 900 LCD display;
* 2.4 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo processor with 3MB shared L2 cache;
* 800 MHz front-side bus;
* 2GB of 667 MHz DDR2 SDRAM, expandable to 4GB;
* 200GB Serial ATA hard drive running at 5400 rpm, with Sudden Motion
Sensor;
* a slot-load 8x SuperDrive with double-layer support
(DVD+/-R DL / DVD+/-RW / CD-RW) optical drive;
* NVIDIA GeForce 8600M GT with 256MB GDDR3 memory;
* DVI-out port for external display (VGA-out adapter included,
Composite/S-Video adapter sold separately);
* built-in Dual Link support for driving Apple 30-inch Cinema HD Display;
* built-in iSight video camera;
* Gigabit Ethernet port;
* built-in AirPort Extreme 802.11n wireless networking and Bluetooth
2.1+EDR;
* ExpressCard/34 expansion card slot;
* two USB 2.0 ports, one FireWire 800 port and one FireWire 400 port;
* one audio line in and one audio line out port, each supporting both
optical digital and analog;
* Multi-Touch trackpad and illuminated keyboard; and
* 85 Watt Apple MagSafe Power Adapter.
The 2.5 GHz, 15-inch MacBook Pro, for a suggested retail price of
$2,499 (US), includes:
* 15.4-inch widescreen LED-backlit 1440 x 900 LCD display;
* 2.5 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo processor with 6MB shared L2 cache;
* 800 MHz front-side bus;
* 2GB of 667 MHz DDR2 SDRAM, expandable to 4GB;
* 250GB Serial ATA hard drive running at 5400 rpm, with Sudden Motion
Sensor;
* a slot-load 8x SuperDrive with double-layer support
(DVD+/-R DL / DVD+/-RW / CD-RW) optical drive;
* NVIDIA GeForce 8600M GT with 512MB GDDR3 memory;
* DVI-out port for external display (VGA-out adapter included,
Composite/S-Video out adapter sold separately);
* built-in Dual Link support for driving Apple 30-inch Cinema HD Display;
* built-in iSight video camera;
* Gigabit Ethernet port;
* built-in AirPort Extreme 802.11n wireless networking and Bluetooth
2.1+EDR;
* ExpressCard/34 expansion card slot;
* two USB 2.0 ports, one FireWire 800 port and one FireWire 400 port;
* one audio line in and one audio line out port, each supporting both
optical digital and analog;
* Multi-Touch trackpad and illuminated keyboard; and
* 85 Watt Apple MagSafe Power Adapter.
The 2.5 GHz, 17-inch MacBook Pro, for a suggested retail price of
$2,799 (US), includes:
* 17-inch widescreen 1680 x 1050 LCD display;
* 2.5 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo processor with 6MB shared L2 cache;
* 800 MHz front-side bus;
* 2GB of 667 MHz DDR2 SDRAM, expandable to 4GB;
* 250GB Serial ATA hard drive running at 5400 rpm, with Sudden Motion
Sensor;
* a slot-load 8x SuperDrive with double-layer support
(DVD+/-R DL / DVD+/-RW / CD-RW) optical drive;
* NVIDIA GeForce 8600M GT with 512MB GDDR3 memory;
* DVI-out port for external display (VGA-out adapter included,
Composite/S-Video out adapter sold separately);
* built-in Dual Link support for driving Apple 30-inch Cinema HD Display;
* built-in iSight video camera;
* Gigabit Ethernet port;
* built-in AirPort Extreme 802.11n wireless networking and Bluetooth
2.1+EDR;
* ExpressCard/34 expansion card slot;
* three USB 2.0 ports, one FireWire 800 port and one FireWire 400 port;
* one audio line in and one audio line out port, each supporting both
optical digital and analog;
* Multi-Touch trackpad and illuminated keyboard; and
* 85 Watt Apple MagSafe Power Adapter.
Build-to-order options for the MacBook Pro include the ability to
upgrade to up to 4GB 667 MHz DDR2 SDRAM, a 2.6 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo
processor, 200GB (7200 rpm), 250GB (5400 rpm) or a 300GB (4200 rpm) hard
drive, Apple Remote, Apple MagSafe Airline Adapter, Apple USB Modem, glossy
widescreen display, 17- inch LED-backlit 1920 x 1200 high-resolution
display and the AppleCare Protection Plan.
Additional build-to-order options for both MacBook and MacBook Pro
include pre-installed copies of iWork(TM) ‘08, Logic(R) Express 8, Final
Cut(R) Express 4 and Aperture 2.
*iChat video conferencing requires broadband internet connection; fees
may apply.
** Actual performance will vary based on range, connection rate, site
conditions, size of network and other factors
***The .Mac service is available to persons aged 13 or older. Annual
membership fee and internet access required. Terms and conditions apply.
Apple ignited the personal computer revolution in the 1970s with the
Apple II and reinvented the personal computer in the 1980s with the
Macintosh. Today, Apple continues to lead the industry in innovation with
its award- winning computers, OS X operating system and iLife and
professional applications. Apple is also spearheading the digital media
revolution with its iPod portable music and video players and iTunes online
store, and has entered the mobile phone market with its revolutionary
iPhone.
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