hi gang,any idea of the best pdf editor for MBP?
just need simple document editing will do.
preferably if FOC

thanks

The Mac OS X built in App Preview is pretty good. It may be best for your basic editing needs

Hi Gang,
Reporting in rMBP 13" 256Gb

arrived earlier than expected..hehe

Hello, would like to get opinions from someone who only uses MBPr for excel, word, power point, surfing and opening pdf files. I've read reviews that Office for Mac is not really good.

I'm only going to use the laptop for my assignments (excel, word, power point) or some light surfing, may be 2-3 times a week the most since i already have a desktop.

How long do Macs last and generally are they more problem free that other manufacturers?

Kind of at crossroads now to get this or stay with windows..... but each time i pass a Mac store, the poison is so so strong

This post has been edited by silverwave: Dec 26 2014, 06:21 PM

You mean photoshop and Lightroom ?
For cc version, every month rm 30.00 only..

Hi there. This is my opinion of the rMBP. Bought it last month and loving it. All the while a PC user.

Pros.
1. Retina display, high res, beautiful. Looking at normal monitors is not so nice anymore. I am a photographer and somehow all my old photos I created since 2004 is very much nicer now than before. The best LCD i have prior to rMBP was the Dell Studio series, and now even that is not on par with retina display.
2. Battery life. i5/13/8gb/256ssd. So far with 51 cycles still achieving 97% capacity of 6330mAh. Runtime around 8 hours is normal. With light surfing not much power usage with safari. Games on the other hand uses much more processing power so around 5 hours. Charging is also quick, its probably just a tad after 1 hour from 15%.
3. Bundled software, with the mac version of word/excel/powerpoint/. I am liking the mac's pages/numbers/keynote. Easy to use and learn. I am relying less and less on my PC now. On top of that, there is garangeband, iPhoto, and many2 other softwares that help me move along the day smoothly.
4. Trackpad. Mac uses gestures and with 1 to 4 fingers, a lot of commands can be given. Its customisable too. With PC or a PC notebook, a mouse is a minimum for work. With rMBP its easy peasy with just the trackpad and gestures command. Easy to learn and master and very responsive.
5. No fear of virus attacks however malware is a concern. Apple tackles the virus issues at their side. Any issues, updated will be released and Mac auto updates seamlessly. For malware, there are good software to combat the issues and most are free downloadable from apple store itself.
6. On most parts, whatever can be achieved by PC can also be done on the MAC, but somehow the MAC does it easier though. Its more user friendly. Of course, being a new MAC user, one does need time to familiarise the commands etc but once you know how the MAC ticks, you are good to go.
7. Seamless sync with all your other Apple product. My iPad, iPod, iPhone sync in unison now.
8. Multiple desktop and multiple platform. I can now do multitude of tasks on different desktops which is cool. Also with proper software can also run windows on it. I wanted to do that previously but now do not see the need though. I am happy with just MAC. If I do want to get files or use softwares on the windows I use remote desktop instead. And its way easier to configure in MAC than in windows.

Cons.
1. Expensive softwares from the app store. Games are even more expensive. But I don't mind so much as I play my games on my iPad.IPad games are much much cheaper.
2. Extra effort in taking care of the casing. Sleek aluminium casing promotes scratches, dings etc. So manhandling the unit is a no-no.
3. rMBP does not come with any accessories except the power adapter , a cable and thats it. So prepare to fork out some RM for suitable bag/sleeves/for the notebook.
4. Does not have a built in dvd rom drive and apples' own version is expensive at RM249. If you need one, then any one from samsung or LG is recommended at just RM100 a pop.
5. Thunderbolt ready accessories still cost a bomb but usb3 is also fast enough.
6. Current versions of rMBP is not upgradeable unlike its predecessors, as the ram, processors etc are all soldered/mounted to the board. So when buying, think carefully what u need. My advise is get the best bang for your buck.
7. Certain websites with shockwave can't be displayed with MAC properly. So do expect this disadvantage. Nonetheless, my banking and most of my surfing areas are good to go.

I think thats covers it. Indeed Apple products is expensive, and yes it does have its limitations, but what it can do it does it with ease and proper. Best Rm4600 i've spent on a apple product

Good luck in your choices. All the best.

rm30 per month for both.. I'm using it.. worth it coz using it often..

Thank you for the detailed insight.

Some questions:
1) Just curious on item 3, pages/numbers/keynote, do u feel any limitation compared to Office for PC? Can it be opened in Office for PC? This is my main concern actually since it's going to be meant for my assignments.
2) Is it a good time to get MBPr or the 2015 models will be out soon?
3) For those sites that can play shockwave properly (although there are Adobe Flash for Mac), what sites are these?
4) I know in the past Mac generally do last longer than PC but how about nowadays?

If i get it, it's defintely the 13" with 256Gb.. around Rm4399 if i remember correctly for students.

Can buy it permanently?

Hi. I use that 3 software (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) a lot for my daily works at office. For me, those software are almost the same like Windows version eventhough they are Office 2011 version. I'm using Office 365 btw.
Heard that Office for Mac will be upgraded in 2015. So Office 365 will get the updates, as long as the license is still not expired.

IMHO..

1) I do not whether both have all the same functions. As for me what I want to use is there in the MAC version, after a while it gets easier IMO. The files can be converted to and fro but sometimes its not perfect as both uses different settings/fonts etc. You could use 365 for a fee though.
2) I have no idea whats in store for the 2015 models.
3) I was referring to a general note. So far surfing is no issues for me with safari on MAC.
4) I have yet to experience the reliability of MACs since I am also new to this system. Most probably the first to go on the mac would be the battery. And when that happens usually other stuff will start to degrade etc. From what I have searched through the net, the lifespan for a MPB would be around 4 -7 years depending on the level of TLC it received from the user. For me thats good enough as based on previous encounters with PCs, with the advancement of hardware as well as softwares will eventually make you want to change or upgrade.

All the best in your choices.

That's good news, thanks

Thanks for the input

Does the office application supports retina display? I've installed all the patches and they still looks ugly with low resolution menus.

Sadly, no. Hopefully Microsoft will update for RD in Office 2015 for Mac.

You can use any USB-powered DVD-ROM drive.

I am just like you - only use macbook for work i.e. word, outlook etc. At the moment i am using Office for Mac via Office 365. No complaint so far, and its more or less similar to windows. Just a matter of getting used to it.
What are you waiting for, just drink the poison already

Where can I buy a decent case and leather case for my rmbp 13' , with reasonable price:)

Try at lowyat, got a lot with affordable price.

hello guys, I have something to ask here regarding my 2014 MBP retina 13"... ever since I bought it sometimes it suffers from "random sleep" (i.e. using halfway screen turns black no response, need to wake from sleep, typically takes about 10 sec to resume from random sleeping mode)...

I searched Apple forum online and called the Apple Support, did the reset SMC thingy 2-3 times but recently this issue happened again, very annoying...

do u guys think this is software bug or hardware fault? also wanna ask for my case does it qualify for exchange new one? using MBP so far so good only frustrated by this problem, previous late 2012 unit doesn't even have such issues T_T