Some Mac prospective buyers are often confused when trying to choose a MacBook. Whether choosing a MacBook Air, or MacBook Pro. many are still hesitant to choose between MacBook Air and MacBook Pro. For those who need a small size and lightweight, of course, the MacBook Air 11. So also with the need of large size: 15 "and 17", of course will go directly to the MacBook Pro.
About MacBook Air.
At the same price as the 13 "MacBook Pro, 1,199 USD. no doubt often a choice that makes the confused. But of course if you glance at the MacBook Air 13 ", definitely because the size 11" is too small for you.For the use of everyday computing, MacBook Air be a great choice. worth noting is its relatively limited storage capacity (128GB / 256GB). could be increased in the future, but the price of a relatively expensive SSD needs to be considered. RAM capacity is also limited in terms of flexibility, can not be added. SuperDrive for now is no longer a problem. if you are intense enough to use optical pieces, consider buying an external SuperDrive. Or, if you do not want to bother bringing an external SuperDrive, choose a MacBook Pro. port Ethernet, absent in this product. The connection will rely on Wi-Fi.
using a wired LAN network, need to consider installing an access point or using a USB-Ethernet adapter. Screen resolution is slightly higher than the MacBook Pro, 1440 × 900 pixels. If interested to use the MacBook Air for presentations, please note that the MacBook Air can not be used with Apple's infrared remote. So must use a remote solution. or use your iPhone or iPad via wifi.
About MacBook Pro.
Firewire ports, and Ethernet ports will select the MacBook Pro, More rugged processors are certainly suitable for heavyweight use by power users and professionals. Plus, the RAM capacity can be increased up to 16GB and a more spacious hard drive (500GB / 750GB). But although both 13 inches, the screen resolution is lower when compared to the MacBook Air, which is only 1280 × 800 pixels. If weight is not a problem is 710 grams, MacBook Pro is perfect for you. if you still hobby watching DVD, with additional infra-red remote will be more comfortable to watch.
AboutMacBook Pro Retina.
Thta make considering the price starts from 1,699 USD. the problem is for traditional users: no SuperDrive. also other problem is a RAM that can not be added. But with 8GB, it should be enough. Like the MacBook Air, SuperDrive, Firewire ports, Ethernet ports, and infra-red remote support are also absent in this product. slightly heavier than the MacBook Air, 1.6kg. brilliant retina display with a resolution of 2560 x 1600 pixels which will certainly spoil the eye.
storage capacity is also not so roomy you can just replace the SSD with the capacity that more. if it is still dependent on Firewire connection (and can not yet be replaced with Thunderbolt), there is an adapter that can bridge your Firewire device with Thunderbolt port. it's basically a MacBook Pro Retina similar to the MacBook Air, only with a much faster performance like a MacBook Pro. there is an additional HDMI port, so no need to bother anymore using the adapter if you want to connect to the television or an additional monitor.
Generation of the Future :Water Platform.
"Air Platform" (MacBook Air & MacBook Pro Retina) that will become the mainstay of Apple in the future: SSD, minus optical drive, and wireless connection. Apple itself calls the MacBook Pro with Retina Display as Next Generation MacBook Pro. The traditional MacBook Pro is still maintained for two things: there are still traditional users (optical drives and cable connections), and price factors. users will adapt and leave the Mac with the platform. the price will go down, according to nature of technology business. It could be, in the next few years, MacBook Pro Retina can be purchased with prices starting from 1099 USD.
It should also be noted that this article is written based on specifications and prices. Obviously if Apple made changes to the specifications and product prices after this writing is downgraded, there is the possibility of this article become irrelevant and shopping recommendations are no longer valid. there are three factors that determine, namely: the price (cheaper), the load (lighter), and performance (more powerful).the three factors, choose the two most important factors for you. Cheap and light, then choose the MacBook Air. Cheap and powerful, please select MacBook Pro. Lightweight and vibrant, suitable MacBook Pro Retina. after reading each of these MacBook profiles, which one best suits your needs
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