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Breathtaking Liquidmetal MacBook Pro Mockup Emerges

Inspired by an Intel advertisement on which Softpedia reported earlier this week, the mockup of a dark-colored MacBook Pro theoretically forged from Liquidmetal is truly breathtaking. Envisioned by Italian illustrator Dario Crisafulli, the Liquidmetal MacBook Pro hits all the right spots from a design standpoint. ...

18 February 2011
08:07 GMT

Potential New MacBook Pro with Stunning Dark Design Featured in Intel Ad

Just as we’ve finished dusting off rumors of new MacBook Pros shipping in March with Intel Sandy Bridge architectures, a potential such Apple laptop is being featured in the chip maker’s recent advertisements for Core i5 processors. Intel is known to have leaked previous MacBook hardware refreshes in the ...

16 February 2011
14:51 GMT

Sandy Bridge MacBook Pros on Track for March Release - Report

A well-placed source is telling AppleInsider that Sandy Bridge-equipped MacBook Pros are on track for early March shipment, with production actively underway, the source reports. Apple presumably wanted to have the systems shipped in February, but a design flaw in the chipsets that support Intel's new Sandy B...

16 February 2011
09:41 GMT

Evidence of MacBook Pro Refresh Continues to Mount - 15-inch Models Now 'Unavailable'

Various sources indicate that certain MacBook Pro models are unavailable for reservation at many of the Cupertino giant’s retail stores across the United States, with the 2.53 GHz 15-inch model being particularly hard to find. The 17 inch 2.53 GHz MacBook Pro also shows the ‘unavailable’ sign at ...

9 February 2011
05:42 GMT

Apple Rumored to Launch New MacBook Pros with Sandy Bridge CPUs

Apple is reportedly on track to launch refreshed MacBook Pro computers sometime in the near future, stock availability listings at major U.S. retailers would indicate. Reports citing an initial piece by MacRumors agree that Apple is most likely eyeing Intel’s Sandy Bridge microarchitecture for a hardware upg...

27 January 2011
05:36 GMT

Apple MacBook Pros Getting New Ruggedly Elegant Cases from Booq

Since, after all, MacBook Pro notebooks require only the most luxurious and interesting accessories, Booq has just revealed that it's rolled out two new additions to their high-end Cobra line, namely the slim work-in Cobra hardcase and the custom-tailored Cobra courier M messenger.Featuring a hard molded ballist...

19 December 2010
03:31 GMT

Chinese MacBook Pro Clone Actually Runs Mac OS X

The topic of Chinese knock-offs seems to be without an end (given the huge number of such products making their way onto the market), and the latest addition to the pack is one that delivers a very good resemblance to the original, since the Qingging (aka Dragonfly) company from China released a notebook that not onl...

24 November 2010
14:01 GMT

Apple Issues EFI Update, Addresses Startup Issue on Mid-2010 MacBook Pros

Apple has acknowledged a rare issue that can cause the MacBook Pro (15-inch, Mid 2010) or MacBook Pro (17-inch, Mid 2010) to stop responding during startup or operation, following with an EFI Firmware Update for affected customers.A note posted on the Support / Downloads area of Apple’s web site reveals that Ma...

27 August 2010
03:16 GMT

New Unibody MacBook Pro Teardown

iFixit has popped open Apple’s new, Core i5 MacBook Pro (15 inch) and has been able to list quite a few differences, compared to the older MacBook Pro models. A summary of such changes is available courtesy of 9to5mac, which posts the following interesting tidbits from iFixit's mid-2010 MacBook Pro teardow...

20 April 2010
01:50 GMT

MacBook Pro Software Update 1.3

Less than a day into the release of its revamped Pro laptops, Apple issued a software update which aims to improve stability for graphics-intensive apps and tasks, as well as to squash a number of bugs which, apparently, the company missed just before the systems’ introduction. “This update is recommended...

14 April 2010
03:46 GMT

The New (Mid 2010) MacBook Pros - Complete Specs

Today, Apple updated the MacBook Pro line with faster processors, next-generation NVIDIA graphics and longer battery life. The systems are set to be showcased at this year’s NAB show, where Apple expects visitors to check out “their latest hardware and software products.” The new line of MacBook Pr...

13 April 2010
10:39 GMT

Apple Store Goes Down, Then Back Online with New Core i5 and i7 MacBooks

Apple took its online store down earlier today only to bring it back online hours later, featuring upgraded hardware. Rumors had it that it was planning to equip its entire line of notebooks with Core i5 and Core i7 CPUs from Intel. The rumors were proven partially true, as Apple has updated its 15-inch and 17-inch M...

13 April 2010
09:30 GMT

With iPad Out, Apple’s Focus Is to Upgrade MacBooks

With most of the public's attention recently shifted towards the iPad, Apple’s line of notebooks hasn’t been the subject of much debate lately. That was until a MacRumors forum poster provided the translation of a report from Taiwanese newspaper Apple Daily, which appears to claim that new MacBook, M...

6 April 2010
08:27 GMT

Reseller Lists Core i5, i7 MacBook Pros

A curious listing has emerged over at Tosh Computers, an Apple reseller. Although regarded as a publicity stunt, Tosh lists 17-inch and 15-inch MacBook Pros featuring Intel’s Core i5 and i7 processors, configurations that are yet to be confirmed by Apple. In fact, Tosh itself notes that, “Only Apple can ...

8 March 2010
10:05 GMT

Prototype MacBook Pro Emerges on eBay, Boasts Red Motherboard

Prototype Apple products always make waves, and this item should be no different. Listed as “PROTOTYPE - Apple 17" MacBook Pro - Red Motherboard,” a computer purporting to be coming from Apple’s tool shed has surfaced on eBay. The current bid is of US $255.00, but that’s because it’s not...

17 February 2010
09:10 GMT

Benchmark Logs List Core i7 MacBook Pro

A report showing benchmarks for a new-generation MacBook Pro has been spotted online. Labeled somewhat credible (although it could easily be a fake), the report talks of an unreleased Apple MacBook Pro employing Intel's upcoming dual-core 2.66GHz Core i7 mobile processor. AppleInsider picked up this scent soon ...

8 February 2010
08:48 GMT

Core i5 MacBooks Coming, Advert Says

A Spanish site has stumbled across a piece of promotion material, which seems to indicate that Apple is on the verge of releasing new Core i5 MacBook computers. Two lucky winners will recieive MacBook Pros with the new Core i5 processors, according to the advert. Faq-Mac.com reveals that the promotion was included i...

14 January 2010
03:47 GMT

New MacBook Pros Referenced in OS X 10.6.2 Developer Build

A report by AppleInsider mentions some interesting findings on behalf of Spanish-language website Applesana.es. According to the latter, the configuration files included with the latest Snow Leopard developer build contain references to two new MacBook Pro models. Apple issued Mac OS X 10.6.2 Build 10C531 to develop...

26 October 2009
11:42 GMT

Apple Addresses MBP Hard Drive Issues with Firmware Update 2.0

Responding to complaints from hundreds of users buying MacBook Pros with 7200-rpm hard drives, Apple has, at last, issued a firmware update to address beeping / freezing issues. The update is highly recommended for users of a “June 2009 MacBook Pro.” In regular Apple fashion, the company headquartered in...

20 August 2009
04:42 GMT

Apple Confirms Fix for MacBook Pro Hard Drive Issue

Complaints about malfunctioning hard drives have prompted Apple to take steps into solving this issue, and, as such, initially confirmed by the company’s support staff, and now by spokesperson Bill Evans, the Mac maker is working on a firmware fix for it. "We are aware of the issue and are working on a softwar...

11 August 2009
03:13 GMT

Apple Working on Fix for Beeping Hard Drives

Apple is reportedly working on a fix for MacBook Pro owners whose 7,200RPM hard drives randomly click and beep as the computer accesses data on the drive. Hundreds of users on the Apple Discussions forums have complained of the issue, with some of them confirming that Apple’s tech support staff is aware of ongo...

10 August 2009
03:08 GMT

Microsoft Changes Ads Following Apple's Legal Threats

Microsoft has changed 'Laptop Hunters' ads after having stated last week that Apple's legal department had contacted it to ask for the ads to be removed. The modified ads should now reflect the current prices of the MacBook Pro. The advertisement has been tweaked, and the customer, Lauren, doesn't...

24 July 2009
09:16 GMT

MacBook Pro EFI Firmware Update 1.7 Available for Download

Apple has recently released a new EFI Firmware update for MacBook Pro users, namely version 1.7. According to the company, the update addresses some issues that have been experienced on MacBook Pro 13-inch, Mid 2009; MacBook Pro 15-inch, Mid 2009; and MacBook Pro 15-inch, 2.53GHz, Mid 2009.The change log for the new ...

23 June 2009
03:03 GMT

Apple Lauded for Supporting FireWire800

The 1394 Trade Association is a worldwide organization dedicated to the advancement of the IEEE 1394 standard. In a press release issued by the organization yesterday, Apple’s decision to include 1394b in its newest MacBook Pro computers is lauded, as it “emphasizes the superior performance of FireWire800...

11 June 2009
10:49 GMT

Apple Upgrades MacBooks, Makes the 13-Incher a Pro

Apple has announced upgrades to its range of Mac laptops at yesterday's special event hosted by the company's execs in San Francisco. Excluding the MacBook Air, all unibody notebooks now feature an improved, built-in battery, an LED-backlit display with greater color intensity, an illuminated keyboard (new ...

9 June 2009
03:46 GMT

Apple Extends Warranty for MacBook Pro Graphics

Apple has updated its Support section with a re-iterated stance on video corruption and failure issues experienced by MacBook Pro owners. In typical Apple manner, the company has quietly added an extra year to its coverage, allowing affected customers to apply for free replacements three years from the date of the pu...

3 June 2009
05:12 GMT

Installing MacBook Pro SMC Firmware Update 1.3

Apple has recently released new updates for Mac users, including Server Admin Tools 10.5.7, iWork 09 9.0.2 and a certain MacBook Pro SMC Firmware Update 1.3, which should help MacBook Pros use their cooling systems at optimum efficiency. Apple has posted a Support document outlining the particularities, as well as pr...

29 May 2009
08:39 GMT

MacBook Pro Catches Fire Over Night

A MacBook Pro user writing over at MacForums claims his laptop caught fire during an over-night backup session. Apple instructs Mac users to leave their notebooks running with the MagSafe adapter plugged in while long backup sessions take place. The user reveals this is actually the third MagSafe adapter his MBP has ...

21 May 2009
06:02 GMT

Windows Laptop Hunters Ad Shrugs Off MacBook Pro

The latest Windows Laptop Hunters ad from Microsoft shrugs off MacBook Pro on the same arguments that the Redmond company has used so far: higher price and lower performance. Only that this time around Microsoft has had the audacity to step on what is perceived to be Apple's home territory, by implying that a Wi...

4 May 2009
09:06 GMT

Installing and Using MacBook Pro Graphics Firmware Update 1.0

A certain MacBook Pro Graphics Firmware Update 1.0 is the latest available software update for Apple computers. The Mac maker claims that all 17-inch, unibody MacBook Pro users are advised to download and install the update. However, there are a few important things to be noted before proceeding with the installation...

26 March 2009
03:54 GMT

Download MacBook Pro Graphics Firmware Update 1.0

Apple has released the first graphics firmware update targeting MacBook Pro 17-inch, Early 2009 users, addressing what could be described as “vertical lines or distorted graphics on the display.” The firmware update is available as a downloadable standalone installer (available here on Softpedia), or via ...

26 March 2009
03:30 GMT

Bernie Madoff Is a MacBook User

The American businessman, and former chairman of the NASDAQ stock exchange who, on March 12, 2009, admitted to perpetuating the largest investor fraud ever committed by a single person, has been confirmed as a MacBook Pro user.Surely, those affected by the Ponzi scheme Mr. Madoff used to steal their money could give ...

13 March 2009
10:54 GMT

17-Inch MacBook Pro Experiencing Video / Cooling Issues

Apple Discussions (forum) users have revealed that Apple's latest introduced unibody MacBook Pro (17-inch Early 2009) might have some video issues. The problems seem to stem from heat building up inside the machine as the user enables the more powerful GFX graphics solution.Discussions poster forcefedmedia, a ca...

10 March 2009
10:49 GMT

Apple Posts Addendum to Software License Agreement for iLife

Apple has updated the manual base for the unibody MacBook Pro (15-inch, Late 2008) with an ADDENDUM to the Software License Agreement for iLife. In the document, Apple discloses that the first two sentences of Section 2A of the Software License Agreement for iLife have been revised.Updated March 3, 2009 and weighing ...

10 March 2009
10:09 GMT

17-Inch MacBook Pro Battery Is Easily Removed

During the Macworld 2009 keynote address, Apple revealed that the new 17-inch MacBook Pro would ship with a huge, built-in battery pack, that offered its user eight full hours of work time. Apple called this a true breakthrough in battery-life.The company later decided to let everyone in on how it did it and released...

18 February 2009
05:06 GMT

MacBook Pro 17-Inch Shipping as of Friday, Sources Say

Last week, those who ordered their 17-inch MacBook Pro allegedly received an e-mail from Apple, being reassured that their powerful notebooks were on their way. Apple noted that a few parts were being waited on, hence the delay. Now, those who ordered the newest member of the unibody family claim they've receive...

16 February 2009
10:33 GMT

Apple Missing Some 17-Inch MB Pro Components, Report Says

Softpedia has recently reported that Apple started sending out e-mails to buyers of its newly introduced MacBook Pro (17-inch). The letter sent out to those who pre-ordered the system claims that Apple is doing the best it can to ship the notebooks out to them as fast as possible, mentioning February 19 as the arriva...

6 February 2009
06:38 GMT

MacBook Pro 17-inch Shipping Pushed to Feb 19

Apple customers commenting over at SlashGear have revealed that the Mac maker is having some trouble shipping its newest MacBook model on time. It is not known whether or not the hold up is hardware-related.The people in question posted an e-mail from Apple's Online Store. In the e-mail, Apple doesn't expla...

5 February 2009
06:18 GMT

Apple Prepping 15-Inch Air Pro (Rumor)

The same source divulging Apple's plans before launching the unibody line of notebooks is now speculating that the Cupertino-based Mac maker is hard at work on a 15-inch variant of the word's thinnest notebook, the MacBook Air. “It is understood that Apple is producing more than the current MBA size ...

19 January 2009
04:36 GMT

MacBook Pro (Early 2009) Battery Replacement Policy Posted Online

In a knowledge base article, Apple outlines the methods for users to replace the battery in the new 17-inch MacBook Pro  (Early 2009). The unibody notebook is advertised by Apple as sporting the longest lasting battery in its family. Nevertheless... “The battery in your MacBook Pro (17-inch, Early 2009) is...

15 January 2009
10:55 GMT

New MacBook Pro TV Ad Airs

The new 17-inch, unibody MacBook Pro has seen more advertising than any of its siblings, the 13-inch MacBook and the 15-inch MacBook Pro. One aspect Apple greatly emphasizes about the notebook is the extended battery life, which is in strong relation with the greenness of the laptop. The latest notebooks available fr...

9 January 2009
02:36 GMT

The Story Behind the 17-inch MacBook Pro Battery in 26 Pictures

During the Macworld 2009 keynote address, Apple revealed that the new 17-inch MacBook Pro featured a huge, built-in battery pack, which offered its user eight full hours of work time. Apple called this a true breakthrough in battery-life. The company decided to let everyone in on how it did it. Just like it did with...

8 January 2009
05:00 GMT

Apple Didn't Make Good on Detox Promise, Greenpeace Says

In a Greenpeace blog post, we were astonished to find that the organization we believed was really into the environment thing (and less into publicity) was bashing Apple for the third time in less than a few months. Although the company's new family of notebooks is by far less toxic than most other laptops (and ...

8 January 2009
03:25 GMT

New 17-inch MacBook Pro Delivers 8 Hours of Work Time

The third announcement made yesterday by Apple's Senior Vice President of Worldwide Product Marketing, following the introduction of iWork '09 and iLife '09, was the much anticipated 17-inch MacBook Pro. Besides confirming the obvious, Apple also revealed that new technologies employed by the unibody n...

7 January 2009
04:51 GMT

MacBook Pro 17-Inch to Launch at Macworld 2009

Rumor has it that the biggest member of Apple's new family of notebooks is on track for a Macworld 2009 release. However, Apple was already expected to unveil the 17-inch MacBook Pro this year, following claims that hardware issues were delaying the the product's release. AppleInsider is citing its own sou...

5 January 2009
08:36 GMT

New MacBooks Receive Fix for Trackpad Issues

Apple has finally addressed issues surrounding the glass trackpad on its new, unibody MacBook and MacBook pro models, by releasing MacBook, MacBook Pro Trackpad Firmware Update 1.0. The update is free for all users of Late 2008, and is aimed at notebooks that have experienced issues with trackpad clicks. Not long af...

18 November 2008
03:27 GMT

FedEx Staff Allegedly Tampers with Customer's MacBook Pro

An Apple Discussions poster reveals that FedEx staffers might have tampered with his new MacBook Pro. According to the post, “MacBook Pro Received Today and Tampered With,” Apple is taking care of everything so that the customer gets a new notebook as soon as possible, even though FedEx was to blame for t...

6 November 2008
05:17 GMT

Apple Continues Monitoring Discussions

The second piece of evidence that Apple is keeping a close eye on its Apple Discussions forum comes from MacBook Pro owner and forum user Jkosh. The guy experienced some trouble with his laptop and decided to seek resolutions on the forum, rather than bother the company. As it turned out, Apple decided to “both...

29 October 2008
10:18 GMT

Weak MacBook Pro Display Hinge Injures User

An Apple Discussions user has revealed that Apple's new MacBook Pros are prone to injuring whoever might be using them. In an attempt to read the on-screen information from a closer distance, this particular user lifted the base of the Pro towards his face when, all of the sudden, the heavy display fell on his n...

28 October 2008
02:25 GMT

17-Inch MacBook Pro Due out Next Year

People familiar with Apple's plans claim to have spotted the 17-inch next-gen MacBook Pro “undergoing tests in Apple's labs.” The notebook is, of course, a larger version of the 15-inch MacBook Pro, AppleInsider reveals. Currently, the 17-inch MacBook Pro costs $2,799.00. The upgraded model is e...

16 October 2008
06:32 GMT


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