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TSstringfellow
post Oct 10 2011, 04:31 PM, updated 14y ago

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Reloaded, this is Version 8. Proclaim, explain and elaborate on your joy and sorrow, trials and tribulations of using your MacBooks(White, Pro and Air)!


Current 2011 Lineup

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2011 MacBook Air

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11.6/13.3" screen
1.6Ghz Core i5/1.7Ghz Core i5/ 1.8Ghz Core i7
2GB/4GB 1333Mhz DDR3 RAM
Intel HD3000 Graphics 256MB/384MB VRAM
64GB/128GB/256GB Flash Storage


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2011 MacBook Pro

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13.3/15.4/17" screen
2.3Ghz Core i5/ 2.0Ghz Core i7/ 2.2Ghz Core i7/ 2.3Ghz Core i7/ 2.7Ghz Core i7
4GB/8GB 1333Mhz DDR3 RAM
Intel HD3000 Graphics 384MB VRAM/ AMD Radeon HD 6490 256MB GDDR5 VRAM/ AMD Radeon HD 6750 1GB GDDR5 VRAM
320GB,500GB,750GB 5400rpm HDD/ 128GB,256GB,512GB SSD


For any other past Apple-related devices and/or Macs, download MacTracker for free.


RULES

I - NO SPAMMING ALLOWED!

- One-liners and posts like "<insert product> sucks!" without further elaborations on why it sucks will not be tolerated, and should not be entertained by others. At least be contentious and tell us why it sucks. There's a reason why this is called a forum, not a 140-characters social network outlet.

II - BE POLITE AND COURTEOUS

- Respect other member's opinions even it does not coincide with yours. Should you need to voice your disagreement, do so in an ambiance that foster discussions, not mudslinging or name-calling.

Version 5.0 http://forum.lowyat.net/topic/1391606
Version 6.0 http://forum.lowyat.net/topic/1513971
Version 7.0 http://forum.lowyat.net/topic/1756111

USEFUL LINKS

Online Apple Store Malaysia http://store.apple.com/my
Online Apple Education Store Malaysia http://store.apple.com/my-k12
MacBook Casing/Sleeves/Bags http://forum.lowyat.net/topic/994556
Should you buy your Mac now or wait? MacRumors Buyer's Guide http://buyersguide.macrumors.com/
General Mac Upgrade Discussion http://forum.lowyat.net/topic/990177

Begin!


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post Oct 10 2011, 04:55 PM

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I've posted it there at the useful links section.
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post Oct 10 2011, 07:24 PM

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Au contraire, I have pleasurable experience with my current 2011 11" MBA 1.8Ghz 256GB flash storage. Agree, Lion doesn't instant on anymore (not advertised as such anymore for MBA, compared to during the Snow Leopard MBA), but the app opening and execution is faster, no heat whatsoever, and file transfer via File Sharing and Airdrop went without a hitch. Trust me, I took the file transferring to the point of abuse already, with transferring GBs of TV shows for iTunes and Plex between the MBA and the Mini, and it went blissfully smooth.

I guess to each, his own.
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post Oct 10 2011, 07:47 PM

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Appreciate it. Corrected.
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post Oct 11 2011, 08:59 PM

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QUOTE(macduck @ Oct 11 2011, 08:26 PM)
Bro Stringfellow,

Yes have attempted the verify/repair disk permission and it's better.

but after doing so,from time to time i will need to turn the airport off and back on, otherwise my wifi/internet cannot work! sad.gif
is it that my airport is having problems?
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Interference from your neighbor's WiFi? Try switching to difference channels on your WiFi router and see if that fixes it.
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post Oct 11 2011, 10:18 PM

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I changed mine from 2010 11" MBA to the 2011 11" MBA Ultimate config (4GB RAM, 1.8GHz Core i7, 256GB Flash Storage), and did not turn back. I'm so used to carry such light weight that anything heavier would be a a burden.

I can now add Photoshop CS5.5, FCE and Plex to its previous usage, particularly enamored by Plex. Imagine an HTPC interface, 1.5TB external drive powered by USB plugged into the MBA, and Displayport/HDMI it to an HDTV. MY work requires traveling and staying in hotels and I've turned the MBA into a very portable HTPC with Plex, plugged into the HDTVs at the hotels I'm staying.
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post Oct 11 2011, 10:32 PM

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I have Office for Mac 2011 as well, but I admit, I'm more of a consumer rather than a creator, hence my usage for that is more to read documents rather than create them.

Personally, this is the biggest improvement since the MBA was introduced. And I've been there since the beginning, since the MBA was still fitted with 60GB HDDs.

Also, I moved between the two sizes, and opted for 11". Reason being, it's meant to be portable, and I'd like to shave as much weight and volume off the travel bags I carry each day with me. The 11" fits in my Muzetto meant for the iPad, and that allows me to move around quite effortlessly.

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post Oct 12 2011, 01:42 AM

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QUOTE(dawn152 @ Oct 12 2011, 01:18 AM)
How's the performance of Photoshop on the Air?

I've ordered the same exact model as yours and will (hopefully) be getting it this week (or next week. Apple delivery time lies sometimes, right? Lol). I own a 2010 13" MBA and was conflicted initially whether to upgrade to the 11" or the 13", especially since I could get the maxed out 13" at a cheaper price than a maxed out 11" (based on the quotes that bruceleestore gave me). But ultimately, I've decided that I want it as portable and taking up as little space as possible when I travel/move around. Also, I looked at my order details earlier and the "part number" gave me a chuckle.

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ZOMG is right, Apple.  tongue.gif

I think right now is one of the best times to upgrade your machines, what with the introduction of Thunderbolt and hopefully the Ivy bridge next year (or end of this year, please Apple?. I'm dying, just dying to upgrade my Macbook Pro.  sad.gif ) Not just evolutionary updates, but actual useful new technologies.
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Effects addition takes some times, but the 2011 additions makes its more than usable, actually pleasurable to use. The SSD helps speed things up too. It is advisable to do all this on a larger screen, so ACD, HDTV or any external display is a godsend for your eyes. Processing-wise, it is very much a productive little machine.

P/S: ZOMG indeed! wink.gif Trust me, you will ZOMG when you get yours, congratulations!
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post Oct 16 2011, 06:37 PM

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iKlear. Sold at EpiCenter Pavilion, although I got mine from Amazon while was in the States.
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post Oct 16 2011, 11:34 PM

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4GB RAM for the "graphics stuff", you'll thank me later. 2GB only if you treat your MBA like a NetBook.
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post Jun 16 2012, 11:32 AM

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Just received my 2012 Retina Display MacBook Pro. High End non-BTO model. Come to Machines KLCC for first look if you like, I'll be here all day. Video of unboxing coming up, 16 minutes to go on Youtube.
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post Jun 16 2012, 11:54 AM

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First 2012 MacBook Pro Retina Display in Malaysia Unboxing. WOOHOO!
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post Jun 16 2012, 12:25 PM

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No overheat so far. Yes my own unboxing.
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Happy to report that my MBP Retina Display I just received has no lags whatever when left on automatic switching mode. Which is Apple's way of saying "we use the HD4000 on normal, discrete graphics on other graphics-heavy apps".

Retina-ized apps looks gorgeous, and looks miles better than the non-Retina ones. Example, I'm scrolling through iPhoto and everything looks razor sharp, but going through Plex, my movies/TV Show artworks looks significantly blurry.
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Thread limit approaching. Continue discussion here:- http://forum.lowyat.net/index.php?showtopic=2389621

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