MacBook & MacBook Pro
The macbook is a laptop, which is a portable computer, made by the company Apple Inc. The macbook ended up replacing the ibook. It is also the first laptop created by Apple to use Intel processors. It was released in the year 2006. It has a glossy LCD screen. It has a built in camera, built in speakers, and built in mic. It can play CDs and DVDs. It uses a rechargeable battery pack. The battery on the laptop can last up to two hours and thirty minutes without a charge. Different models contain different amounts of memory on the hard drive. They can hold from 60 GB to 500 GB on the hard drive.
Most of the macbook casing is made from aluminum. They also come in different sizes. The macbook also contains a magnetic power cord so that if the power cord is yanked the laptop does not go down with it. Earlier models of macbook didn't come with Firewire 800 but later models did include the Firewire 800. The macbook can connect to the Internet using wifi. Many models include an Ethernet port incase one wants to use a cable as oppose to wireless Internet connection. It also contains USB ports to connect to other accessories like an external hard drive, thumb drive, wired mouse, and many other things. The macbook also contains Bluetooth, which allows it make a wireless connection to other devices like a headset or mouse.
The macbook pro can also run a program called boot camp, which allows it run Windows on its software. The macbook pro also has two central processing units, which makes the computer run faster as oppose to a single central processing unit. It also has a backlit light on the monitor, which allows one to use the laptop in the dark. It has a trackpad, which can be used to move the cursor and a single button for clicking. You can press control and the mouse button at the same time to left click. The laptop is upgradeable unlike laptops of the early 1980s. Its display can be altered to show the image on the screen in different sizes.
Earlier models of the macbook tend to build up heat causing the bottom of the laptop to be hot to the touch but with later models are able to disperse more heat thus reducing the heat build up the macbook produces. With the early models of the macbook it would tend to create noise when the computer is running or is doing a task but with later models of the macbook noise have been reduced significantly. The macbook can display a wide range of colors. The macbook has the ability to adjust the brightness setting on the screen. Using less brightness on the macbook can make the battery last longer. Many macbook models have backlight keyboards making it more visible to see especially if one is in the dark. The later models are thinner and weighs less then the earlier models.
There are a lot of notebooks and laptops available in the market right now, so why choose a Macbook? The Macbook is not only very light at 4.7 pounds, it is also only 1.08 inches thick. The unbody enclosure is made of polycarbonate which withstands the rugged activities of everyday life. It has seamless, rounded contours that make it easy to slip in and out of bags.
The new redesigned Macbook features a 13.3 inch widescreen, making it ideal for superb multimedia experience. It has LED backlighting which makes colors more stunning and pictures superbly detailed. The backlighting also enables full-screen brightness once you open the lid. The screen has a 1280 x 800 resolution despite the Macbook's size.
The Macbook's trackpad has a multi-touch response. There are no left and right buttons because the trackpad itself is the button. This allows plenty of room to move your fingers in, also allowing you to click anywhere within its surface. Aside from the wonderful trackpad, the keyboard is also built to allow free movement. Depite the Macbook's size, the keyboard is a full-sized one. The keys are curved and highly responsive to the touch, no need for extra pressure to get your work done. The keyboard also features one-touch access to music and video controls, adding to the widescreen's full multimedia experience. The built-in battery lasts up to 7 hours and all connection ports are easily accessible, providing a hassle-free work and play experience with the user.
For a more complete multimedia experience, Macbook uses NVIDIA GeForge 9400M graphics processor, providing outstanding graphics display with up to 5x performance boost. Due to NVIDIA's advanced technology, the graphics are very smooth, completely immersing the user in game worlds without compromising battery life.
The Macbook is also equipped with 2.23GHz intel Core 2 Duo processor, making emailing, web broswing and working with documents a breeze. It also provides more power for intense activities such as photo detailing, movie creation, or even playing online. The Macbook comes with a 2GB memory with support up to 4GB to enable smooth and efficient use of multiple programs.
The 250GB internal hard drive offers plenty of storage space for users to save music, photos, documents, and movies in. But it doesn't end there, the user has an option to choose up to 500GB of storage with a Macbook.
As compared to other notebooks in the market, charging a macbook's battery is easier and safer. The power cord is equipped with MagSafe. The power cord connects to the port via magnetic means instead of the run-of-the-mill port connectors. The battery can be charged 1000 times, roughly about five years' use.
All in all, the macbook is a powerhouse of new and innovative features that will certainly make users forget other brands out there. And since Apple makes both the hardware and the software, everything in the Macbook is in synch. Every suer will have the best computer experience possible. Not only is it work-efficient, but it is also created to be environmentally friendly by being energy efficient and highly recyclable. |
