PRESS RELEASE
05 June 2007
Apple Updates MacBook Pro
Latest Intel Core 2 Duo Processors, Memory Up to 4GB and Higher Performance Graphics Across the Line
AUCKLAND, New Zealand—6 June 2007—Apple today updated its MacBook Pro lineof notebooks with the latest Intel Core 2 Duo processors, memory up to 4GB and high-speedgraphics in a stunning, lightweight, aluminium enclosure that is just 2.59 cm (one-inch) thin. The newMacBook Pro is available in 15-inch models with a new mercury-free, power-efficientLED-backlit display and a 17-inch model with an optional high-resolution display. All modelsinclude a built-in iSight video camera for video conferencing on-the-go, Apple’sMagSafe Power Adapter that safely disconnects when under strain, and built-in 802.11nwireless networking for up to five times the performance and twice the range of 802.11g.*
“With Intel Core 2 Duo performance, more memory and state-of-the-art graphics, thisMacBook Pro is a portable powerhouse for creative and professional users,” said PhilipSchiller, Apple’s senior vice president of Worldwide Product Marketing.“Apple’s notebooks have always led the industry in innovation with features likebuilt-in 802.11 and the MagSafe Power Adapter, and now the industry’s first 15-inchLED-backlit display is another step toward completely eliminating mercury from ourdisplays.”
Every MacBook Pro model includes an Intel Core 2 Duo processor with 4MB of shared L2 cache, an800 MHz frontside bus and 2GB 667 MHz DDR2 SDRAM memory, running professional applicationslike Final Cut Pro 6 and Logic Pro 7 more than 50 percent faster than the original MacBook Prowith Core Duo. Delivering more realistic graphics for animation and gaming, every MacBook Pronow includes the state-of-the art NVIDIA GeForce 8600M GT and is more than 50 percent fasterthan the original MacBook Pro with Core Duo.**
The MacBook Pro’s lightweight, aluminium enclosure is just 2.59 cm (one-inch) thin and is availablein three models: 2.2 GHz and 2.4 GHz 15-inch MacBook Pro models, and a 2.4 GHz 17-inch MacBookPro model. The new 15-inch MacBook Pro models feature a brand-new, power-efficient LED-backlitdisplay and are the first of Apple’s notebooks to transition to LED backlighting as partof the company’s effort to eliminate the use of mercury in its products. The 17-inchmodel now offers a new optional 1920-by-1200 high-resolution display, providing over 30percent more screen real estate than the standard 1680-by-1050 display.
Designed for mobile professionals, the MacBook Pro includes a built-in iSight video camera forvideo conferencing on-the-go, Apple’s MagSafe Power Adapter that magnetically connectsthe power cord to the MacBook Pro and safely disconnects when under strain, and the latestgeneration of 802.11n wireless networking for up to five times the performance and twice therange of 802.11g. Every new MacBook Pro also includes built-in 10/100/1000 BASE-T GigabitEthernet for high-speed networking, Bluetooth 2.0+EDR (Enhanced Data Rate), a FireWire 800 anda FireWire 400 port, a backlit illuminated keyboard, an ExpressCard/34 expansion card slot forexpansion solutions such as 3G wireless networking, and a DVI video output to connect up to a30-inch Apple Cinema HD Display.
The MacBook Pro comes with iLife ‘06, the next generation of Apple’s award-winningsuite of digital lifestyle applications featuring iPhoto, iMovie HD, iDVD, GarageBandand iWeb. The MacBook Pro also comes with the latest release of the world’s mostadvanced operating system, Mac OS X version 10.4.9 Tiger, including Safari, Mail, iCal,iChat AV, Front Row and Photo Booth.
Pricing & Availability
The new MacBook Pro models are now shipping and will be available through the Apple Store(www.apple.co.nz) and Apple AuthorisedResellers.
The new MacBook Pro models are now shipping and will be available through the Apple Store(www.apple.co.nz) and Apple AuthorisedResellers.
The 2.2 GHz, 15-inch MacBook Pro, for NZ$3,399 inc GST, includes:
- 15.4-inch widescreen LED-backlit 1440-by-900 LCD display;
- 2.2 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo processor;
- 2GB of 667 MHz DDR2 SDRAM, expandable to 4GB;
- 120GB Serial ATA hard drive running at 5400 rpm, with Sudden Motion Sensor;
- a slot-load 8x SuperDrive with double-layer support (DVD±R DL/DVD±RW/CD-RW) optical drive;
- NVIDIA GeForce 8600M GT with 128MB GDDR3 memory;
- DVI-out port for external display (VGA-out adapter included, Composite/S-Video out adapter sold separately);
- built-in Dual Link support for driving Apple 30-inch Cinema HD Display;
- built-in iSight video camera;
- Gigabit Ethernet port;
- built-in AirPort Extreme 802.11n wireless networking and Bluetooth 2.0+EDR;
- ExpressCard/34 expansion card slot;
- two USB 2.0 ports, one FireWire 800 port, and one FireWire 400 port;
- one audio line in and one headphone out port, each supporting optical digital audio;
- Scrolling TrackPad and illuminated keyboard;
- the infrared Apple Remote; and
- 85 Watt Apple MagSafe Power Adapter.
The 2.4 GHz, 15-inch MacBook Pro, for NZ$4,199 inc GST, includes:
- 15.4-inch widescreen LED-backlit 1440-by-900 LCD display;
- 2.4 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo processor;
- 2GB of 667 MHz DDR2 SDRAM, expandable to 4GB;
- 160GB Serial ATA hard drive running at 5400 rpm, with Sudden Motion Sensor;
- a slot-load 8x SuperDrive with double-layer support (DVD±R DL/DVD±RW/CD-RW) optical drive;
- NVIDIA GeForce 8600M GT with 256MB GDDR3 memory;
- DVI-out port for external display (VGA-out adapter included, Composite/S-Video out adapter sold separately);
- built-in Dual Link support for driving Apple 30-inch Cinema HD Display;
- built-in iSight video camera;
- Gigabit Ethernet port;
- built-in AirPort Extreme 802.11n wireless networking and Bluetooth 2.0+EDR;
- ExpressCard/34 expansion card slot;
- two USB 2.0 ports, one FireWire 800 port, and one FireWire 400 port;
- one audio line in and one headphone out port, each supporting optical digital audio;
- Scrolling TrackPad and illuminated keyboard;
- the infrared Apple Remote; and
- 85 Watt Apple MagSafe Power Adapter.
The 2.4 GHz, 17-inch MacBook Pro, for NZ$4,699 inc GST, includes:
- 17-inch widescreen 1680-by-1050 LCD display;
- 2.4 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo processor;
- 2GB of 667 MHz DDR2 SDRAM, expandable to 4GB;
- 160GB Serial ATA hard drive running at 5400 rpm, with Sudden Motion Sensor;
- a slot-load 8x SuperDrive with double-layer support (DVD±R DL/DVD±RW/CD-RW) optical drive;
- NVIDIA GeForce 8600M GT with 256MB GDDR3 memory;
- DVI-out port for external display (VGA-out adapter included, Composite/S-Video out adapter sold separately);
- built-in Dual Link support for driving Apple 30-inch Cinema HD Display;
- built-in iSight video camera;
- Gigabit Ethernet port;
- built-in AirPort Extreme 802.11n wireless networking and Bluetooth 2.0+EDR;
- ExpressCard/34 expansion card slot;
- three USB 2.0 ports, one FireWire 800 port and one FireWire 400 port;
- one audio line in and one headphone out port, each supporting optical digital audio;
- Scrolling TrackPad and illuminated keyboard;
- the infrared Apple Remote; and
- 85 Watt Apple MagSafe Power Adapter.
Additional build-to-order options for the MacBook Pro include the ability to upgrade to a160GB (5400 rpm), 160GB (7200 rpm), 200GB (4200 rpm) or a 250GB (4200 rpm) hard drive, up to4GB DDR2 SDRAM, Apple MagSafe Airline Adapter, Apple USB Modem, glossy widescreen display,17-inch 1920-by-1200 high-resolution display and the AppleCare Protection Plan. Additionalbuild-to-order options also include pre-installed copies of iWork ‘06, Logic Express 7,Final Cut Express HD 3.5 and Aperture 1.5.
*AirPort Extreme is based on an IEEE 802.11n draft specification. Actual performance will varybased on range, connection rate, site conditions, size of network and other factors. iChat AVand video-conferencing require broadband internet connection; fees may apply.
**Based on estimated results comparing a pre-production 2.4 GHz Core 2 Duo MacBook Pro with a2.16 GHz Core Duo MacBook Pro.
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