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expiredDr.W posted Jun 08, 2024 06:07 AM

Apple MacBook Pro (Cert. Refurb) 13.3", M1 chip, 8GB Memory, 256GB SSD, Space Gray $599.99

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  • Apple M1 8-Core CPU
  • 8GB Unified Memory
  • 256GB Solid State Drive
  • 8-Core GPU/16-Core Neural Engine
  • macOS
  • 802.11ax Wi-Fi 6
  • Bluetooth 5.0
  • 13.3" Retina LED-backlit Display with IPS Technology

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  • Apple M1 8-Core CPU
  • 8GB Unified Memory
  • 256GB Solid State Drive
  • 8-Core GPU/16-Core Neural Engine
  • macOS
  • 802.11ax Wi-Fi 6
  • Bluetooth 5.0
  • 13.3" Retina LED-backlit Display with IPS Technology

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Model: Geek Squad Certified Refurbished MacBook Pro 13.3" Laptop - Apple M1 chip - 8GB Memory - 256GB SSD (Latest Model) - Space Gray

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Jun 08, 2024 04:23 PM
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NavyDolphin310Jun 08, 2024 04:23 PM
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When we can find m1 macbooks for 400 I will bite
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Jun 08, 2024 04:26 PM
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brando37Jun 08, 2024 04:26 PM
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Quote from Mainah04915 :
I've been looking for a cheap Mac laptop to try and deal with my photos better… should I get this? Decisions decisions…
Depends on what you are doing with photos. Are they raw images you are processing with Photoshop or Lightroom? This only has 256gb of local storage so if you are dealing with high rez raw files you would likely want to add a larger external hard drive. I used my m1 air for editing in Lightroom and Photoshop for years performance was fine, but the 13" screen was't ideal so I use a dedicated desktop with a large monitor now.
Jun 08, 2024 04:38 PM
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turns2stoneJun 08, 2024 04:38 PM
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Quote from ads2000 :
I think thats an AIR? This is a PRO?
The performance difference between M1 Air and Pro in this deal is minimal. Pro has more battery life and can run a bit better under full loads. But Air had physical function keys, which are probably a better trade off for the typer of user shopping for $600 laptops.
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Jun 08, 2024 04:40 PM
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spec2Jun 08, 2024 04:40 PM
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Quote from brando37 :
Depends on what you are doing with photos. Are they raw images you are processing with Photoshop or Lightroom? This only has 256gb of local storage so if you are dealing with high rez raw files you would likely want to add a larger external hard drive. I used my m1 air for editing in Lightroom and Photoshop for years performance was fine, but the 13" screen was't ideal so I use a dedicated desktop with a large monitor now.
8GB RAM is a bigger issue than storage if using a RAW editor. My main editing machine is a M1 Mac Studio w/ 1TB SSD. Even still I use external SSDs for my LR libraries.

But that's if you are editing RAW files. For those using Apple Photos and maybe PS Express they can get away with 8GB. You can store your Apple Photo library on an external drive.
Jun 08, 2024 04:49 PM
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edgarwongJun 08, 2024 04:49 PM
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Quote from rustum :
can we utilize screen like ipad for taking notes in college? Everyone suggested to buy a windows laptop and ipad for CS Undergrad. Wondering if we can get by just macbook.
No mac has a touchscreen
Jun 08, 2024 05:03 PM
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brando37Jun 08, 2024 05:03 PM
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Quote from spec2 :
8GB RAM is a bigger issue than storage if using a RAW editor. My main editing machine is a M1 Mac Studio w/ 1TB SSD. Even still I use external SSDs for my LR libraries.

But that's if you are editing RAW files. For those using Apple Photos and maybe PS Express they can get away with 8GB. You can store your Apple Photo library on an external drive.
8gb on the m1 Macbook air has been fine for me but everyone's expectations are different. Mostly editing 20-megapixel canon raw files in Lightroom classic.
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Jun 08, 2024 05:13 PM
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piratelife187Jun 08, 2024 05:13 PM
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Quote from LavenderChicken705 :
How about this one for 669$

16GB /512GB /i5 /13.3 display

Is it too legacy?

https://www.bestbuy.com/site/geek...22Deals%22
Totally not worth it.
Jun 08, 2024 05:26 PM
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middlefiddleJun 08, 2024 05:26 PM
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Feels crazy to say but I'd definitely buy the M1 Air over this. Physical buttons and no fans are big wins.
Jun 08, 2024 05:46 PM
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JasonR9389Jun 08, 2024 05:46 PM
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MacBook Air vs. Pro comparison https://www.laptopmag.com/article...acbook-pro
Jun 08, 2024 05:50 PM
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itsGREGSWORLDJun 08, 2024 05:50 PM
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Quote from MetsToWS :
Great deal, but 8GB isn't enough.
For what? I am a photographer and have this Pro. Maybe for extreme video editing or gaming, but 8GB with that M1 chip is plenty for most needs.
Jun 08, 2024 05:54 PM
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bieberwhole69Jun 08, 2024 05:54 PM
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Quote from sshlyk :
$700 brand new at Walmart

https://www.walmart.com/ip/Apple-...gIxyvD_BwE
??????????? this is a macbook pro 13.3"
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Jun 08, 2024 05:56 PM
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itsGREGSWORLDJun 08, 2024 05:56 PM
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Quote from LavenderChicken705 :
How about this one for 669$

16GB /512GB /i5 /13.3 display

Is it too legacy?

https://www.bestbuy.com/site/geek...22Deals%22 [bestbuy.com]
No way. That i5 is awful. And the fan in those older Pros will drive you nuts!
Jun 08, 2024 05:56 PM
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bieberwhole69Jun 08, 2024 05:56 PM
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Quote from brando37 :
One nice thing about the m1 air is that it's passively cooled and performs great for general use.
one nice thing about the macbook pro 13.3 is that it can also be passively cooled.. but it can also utilize fans so that it doesn't thermal throttle... that said I don't know how well that works out, but it's nice to have both options.. and since m1 is cool.. and apple is aggressive with letting things throttle at the expensive of lower noise (not turning fans on) you get the best of both worlds. and i'm sure this is great for general use, too lmfao. there is no downside of having fans in M series macs.

ppl saying that "no fans" is a big win are .. well, let's just say special. mbp users always boast about how the fans rarely turn on.. it's no different here. lmfao.. apple consumer logic is so bizarre

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