Apple MacBook Pro Laptop w/ Retina Display (MD213LL/A): Intel Core i5 2.5GHz Dual Core, 8GB DDR3, 256GB SSD, 13.3" Retina LCD 2560x1600, WiFi N, OS X Lion + Parallels Desktop 8 $14

Quote from KarateB0b : why would i waste $1500 on a dual core laptop that can't drive a source game @ native res?

maybe because most MBP users don't play a source game? hate all you want. it is a machine that is well built.

Quote from someones1 : I bought a $2000 Dell XPS in 2007 and sold it two years later for $400. Meanwhile, a Mac that I bought in 2009 for $1100 sold two years later for $900. Hmmm.

You got probably ripped off on the Dell. I wouldn't pay $2000 for any XPS. If it was a Precision with an IPS panel , then maybe.

I bought a refurbished Fujitsu Lifebook T5010 for less than $700 and sold it 2 years later at a $200 loss so that's comparable to the resale value of your Mac

There was tax to NY, but I ordered anyway. Seems like my web design side business is starting to flow some real income, so I can write this puppy off. Thanks OP.

Ordered earlier...if you do a phone order, you also get a $100 restaurant.com gift card.

Quote from dubleo : You got probably ripped off on the Dell. I wouldn't pay $2000 for any XPS. If it was a Precision with an IPS panel , then maybe.

It was back when XPS's were actual high quality, high performance machines. Not now when they're just another laptop line.

Quote from someones1 : It was back when XPS's were actual high quality, high performance machines. Not now when they're just another laptop line.

On the flip side in 2011 I bought a decked out air (256gb, i7) for close to 1800 and now it goes for under a grand...

Quote from virtuoso88 : On the flip side in 2011 I bought a decked out air (256gb, i7) for close to 1800 and now it goes for under a grand...

Really? Wow.

My fiance had an October 2010 (first gen of the new design) C2D 13" 128gb and I sold it about four months ago for $750. I thought that was a decent deal, given she got two solid years out of it and I paid $1300+tax for it. I gave her my 2011 13" i7/256gb (same one you have). I figured it would be worth more than a g-note. Oh well, glad it's still in perfect condition. I bought Applecare a couple of days before the first year ran out. The thing is running very strong and is still super-quick. Honestly, I could see it lasting another few years for her.

She's in fashion and uses the Adobe suite all of the time, along with email/internet/etc. It's great for her, especially when she brings it into work. Nice and light, doesn't really take up much room in her bag.

I'd hold on to your Air. If she didn't have the C2D I bought her in 2010, I'd have just bought her something new and kept my Air.

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Quote from ejimmyjj : Your Vaio probably uses some cheapo Chinese panel, e.g Optima. My Gigabyte notebook runs at 1080p on a 15.6 inch screen, 1 ft away from the monitor and I cannot perceive the quality difference.

No matter what I say, you'll come up with some reason why "retina display" isn't worth it. It's like people who can't see the difference between iPad and iPad with retina display. The difference is MONUMENTAL. Same with the iPhone 1/2/3 to iPhone 4 + devices. The difference is huge to me.

Now, some people may not notice the difference, but I do. It's painful using anything other than a retina display after using one. It's that simple.

Quote from WilliamG : Now, some people may not notice the difference, but I do. It's painful using anything other than a retina display after using one. It's that simple.

That's great! We're happy for you.

The only thing holding me to pull the trigger is that
1. HD4000 GPU is not enought for the resolution, there are several complains about scrolling lag.

2. in June 2 the new gen intel will be ready to ship and they are a beast, 300% faster CPU, 200% faster GPU, low power.

3. Per roadmap of intel a "mid" entry laptop should have a 1900x1080 screen, I want to think that finally the macbook pro will receive this much needed upgrade. Apple cannot ignore this issue anymore. therefore normal mbp would be also awesome
http://www.tomshardware.com/news/...15329.html

Don't think that these discounts are simply bc apple is so kind.

I want to keep my next laptop for 4 years at least if i'm paying 1500usd

Quote from KarateB0b : only dual core and no NVIDIA GPU....giving this the title of Macbook "Pro" is like giving Obama the title of "American"

Quote from 575rider : But the aluminum body will go nicely with your tin foil hat.

Quote from KarateB0b : why would i waste $1500 on a dual core laptop that can't drive a source game @ native res?

I think he's saying you need a tin hat because of the second part of your comment, not your argument for better processor & discrete chip.

Quote from jeremym : Really? Wow. My fiance had an October 2010 (first gen of the new design) C2D 13" 128gb and I sold it about four months ago for $750. I thought that was a decent deal, given she got two solid years out of it and I paid $1300+tax for it. I gave her my 2011 13" i7/256gb (same one you have). I figured it would be worth more than a g-note. Oh well, glad it's still in perfect condition. I bought Applecare a couple of days before the first year ran out. The thing is running very strong and is still super-quick. Honestly, I could see it lasting another few years for her. She's in fashion and uses the Adobe suite all of the time, along with email/internet/etc. It's great for her, especially when she brings it into work. Nice and light, doesn't really take up much room in her bag. I'd hold on to your Air. If she didn't have the C2D I bought her in 2010, I'd have just bought her something new and kept my Air.

I'd have loved to hold onto the air but it was stolen recently and replaced with a 15" retina. Which already lost at least 400 dollars (if not 600) if i were to sell it used now.

Nice... holding off for a 15" for my girl, why? She said size matters

~S

Quote from dubleo : You got probably ripped off on the Dell. I wouldn't pay $2000 for any XPS. If it was a Precision with an IPS panel , then maybe. I bought a refurbished Fujitsu Lifebook T5010 for less than $700 and sold it 2 years later at a $200 loss so that's comparable to the resale value of your Mac

I bought a Lenovo Thinkpad for $330, used it for a year and sold it for $350.