New Core 2 Duo MacBooks Released

For those who were asking.
http://appleinsider.com/article.php?id=2212

For those who were asking.
http://appleinsider.com/article.php?id=2212

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  • New Core 2 Duo MacBook Pro

    So Apple released a higher spec MBP within a year of launching the MBP, and the new MBP costs less too. This is a bit sore for me, even though I have been using my MBP a lot since April when I bought it.
    Now the entry level MBP comes with 2.16GHz Core 2 Duo, 120GB HDD(50% more), 1 GB RAM (again 50% more than the 1.83GHz MBP) and the DVD writer is now dual layer. All these upgrades in 6 months of my purchase. I felt a bit shortchanged.
    I got some freebies,like a free upgrade to 1GB RAM plus some accessories, when I bought my MBP but none can compensate for the newer specs at lower price. The next time I buy a Mac, I am going to squeeze more freebies of the retailer to guard against such drastic upgrades.
    It seems like Mac products obsolete at a much faster pace after the switch to Intel chips. Anyone from the PowerPC, Motorola or IBM chips era know whether the non-Intel powered Macs have longer lifespan?
    MBP   Mac OS X (10.4.7)   1.83Ghz, 1GB RAM, No Dual Layer DVD Writer
    MBP   Mac OS X (10.4.7)   1.83Ghz, 1GB RAM, No Dual Layer DVD Writer

    I can't believe some people are complaining about the launch of a new MBP with Core 2 Duo's powering them!
    The iMac was upgraded to Core 2 Duo around a month or so ago, this was a big give away folks, so anybody buying an MBP after the iMac upgrade must have no deductive reasoning or lives in a box (with no internet access).
    Tan Kia, what do you expect? Technology to remain in one place, never to move on and never improve? Do you read the discussion threads on here? People have been talking about Core 2 Duo machines from about May or June onwards (if not before that).
    If you were so interested in the Intel Mac's why not shimmy over to Intel's website, they explain in detail where they're planning to move their technologies to and even give a time frame for the release of these new technologies, like for example a Quad Core Xeon in January 2007 - hold on to your hats Mac Pro owners - are you going to feel cheated too? Knowing this I still bought a Mac Pro. Will I feel cheated when the quad core beast is unleashed? Nope. The current one is way fast enough for my needs. If it starts to slow down and ceases to perform (which could take years), then I will replace it with a faster more powerful machine. It's the best in it's class at present and a joy to use, as I'm sure your MacBook Pro is.
    I held off buying a MBP as soon as they were first announced because they only had a 32 bit CPU. I checked Intel's site and saw their roadmap for Core Duo. It was obvious that Apple would launch an upgraded MBP with a 64-bit Core 2 Duo at some point before the end of 2006 (and no doubt a quad core before the end of 2007 and so on as processors evolve more and more cores).
    The fact is you made a decision to buy a MBP when you did, becuase it suited you then. There's no need to feel sore about your purchase. You have a MacBook Pro, one of the best laptops around (although not as good as the new upgraded MacBook Pro) it still performs well for you.
    Apple didn't need to upgrade their PowerPC machines as often, as it was a completely different architecture working differently to x86 based PC's. Now that Apple have (in some people's views) gone to the dark side (Intel x86), Apple are now on the same footing as PC makers.
    Intel launch new technologies quickly, PC makers respond quickly. It's always been the way with PC's. If Apple want to compete squarely in the same market as PC's, Mac's run Windows too, they have to lauch new technologies either before or as soon as a competitor does. If they don't, Apple couldn't trumpet their best, fastest, cheaper (as far as direct comparisons go etc) claims.
    Just enjoy your computer and be grateful you bought a Mac over a PC.
    Everything constantly evolves . . . evolution is the natural order.

  • Problems with core 2 duo macbook?

    Hey all,
    I was just wondering if anyone had experienced problems with the new core 2 duo macbooks since I will probably be getting one soon.
    Many thanks,
    Jason

    Day 2 on my new Black MacBook, no issues. I had done plenty of reading up before buying, and actually wanted the white - but opted for the black simply because no one in my area had the white in stock.
    I've configured half of my drive with BootCamp and XP, since I'm an avid Windows user also (it's my job to). So far, no issues with anything. Is warm on my lap and I can hear the fan run every now and then, esp when I'm doing something intensive (Parallels XP install), but nothing other than normal. LOVE the keyboard on this - everything else just simply runs and runs well. So far, loving it. My hope was to get back into the Mac world much heavier. I've been away far too long...my 2 cents...

  • Ram on a Core 2 Duo Macbook

    are the new Core 2 Duo Macbooks able to take 3 gigs of ram? (1* 2GB and 1 * 1GB) i got this macbook for christmas, so will it work???? Thanks!

    The official Apple specifications for MBP C2D machines is 2 GBs of RAM. However, Apple has acknowledged that the memory controller in them is capable of addressing 4 GBs of RAM. However, because the upper address range is already reserved for the system only the lower 3 GBs is available to the user. That means it's a unnecessary expenditure of money to buy two 2 GB DIMMs rather than buy a 1 GB and a 2 GB DIMM. This combination is less expensive. There is a minimal reduction in performance from not using paired DIMMs. According to others that reduction is barely noticeable if at all.
    MacBook's memory controller in the C2D model will only support a maximum of 2 GBs.
    You will find the technical information here.

  • When does apple integrate the new Core 2 Duo Processors into the MacBooks?!

    Does anyone know if apple decided to integrate the new Core 2 Duo processors from Intel into the Macbooks, yet?
    When does it happen?!?!?
    Thx
    backbeat

    In order to keep up with the core 2 duo processor enabled laptops, apple must sooner or later have the new processors in either the MB lineup or the MBP's...however, if you want to fully take advantage of the new core 2 duo processors, might as well wait 'til next spring..when they come out with the new logic boards for the core 2 duo's...the current core 2 duo's share the same pin lay-out with the core duo's, so they can be used in the same logic boards,....(the people who buy the MB's with the core 2 duo processors are gonna regret buying it if they buy it before spring....cuz of this..)
    wait 'til next spring so you'll be fully happy with your MB...or , like me, you can just wait for your order right now and be satisfied with it.....
    when you do wait 'til spring, they'll probably have another new technological advancement, so you'll wanna wait for that.....sooner or later....we'll get 3D computer screens!!!!~~~
    my point is, you must evaluate what you'll be using your MB for...if the current MB's can fully service you, don't wait...

  • What is the latest Mac OS X that I can run on my 2.33 GHZ Core 2 Duo Macbook Pro?

    My MBP was running the fan almost constantly and otherwise acting odd so I decided to just refresh the installation from scratch. At that time I was running Lion 10.7.5. Before rebuilding everything with that version I want to make sure running Lion on this machine isn't contributing to my issue.
    What is the latest Mac OS X that I can run on my 2.33 GHZ Core 2 Duo Macbook Pro?
    I have every OS release since the original purchase so I can rebuild on the one that's most stable on this laptop.

    You can run Mt. Lion if you so wish:
    http://www.apple.com/osx/specs/
    If you want the most efficient OS, I would suggest Snow Leopard.
    However I suggest doing some investigation prior to installing a new OS.  First do a SMC reset:
    http://support.apple.com/kb/ht3964
    Also run an Apple Hardware Test.  Use the #2 disk on your original install disk.
    If there is no improvement, post back.
    Ciao.

  • Slow wireless connection 802.11n AEBS and Intel Core 2 Duo MacBook Pro

    I have three Macs all currently connected wirelessly to the new 802.11n AEBS.
    Mac #1 - PowerMac G5
    Mac #2 - 17" MacBook Pro Intel Core Duo
    Mac #3 - 15" MacBook Pro Intel Core 2 Duo
    The wireless connection speed (when using the web browser) is fine for both Mac #1 and Mac #2 but noticable slower for Mac #3. All three Macs are sitting right next to each other. All three Mac are getting an excellent signal. All three Macs are running the same version of the OS. All three Macs have identical network setting (as far as I can tell).
    When connecting Mac #3 to the AEBS via an ethernet cable, performance is good. I've also tried configuring the channel manually in the AEBS to channel #1 but this did not help (seemed to help others in a different thread). Additionally, I ran the 802.11n enabler and performance was bad both before and after its installation.
    Any idea why the Intel Core 2 Duo MacBook Pro would be performing differently?

    Ok eveyone. I did some digging and was able to get the network speed back with my Core2Duo machine. I put the Airport Extreme into Bridged mode and connected the Ethernet cable to one of the LAN ports, not the WAN port. After that everything works great. for more information check out this lengthy thread...
    http://discussions.apple.com/thread.jspa?messageID=3989864&#3989864
    and this site mentioned...
    http://www.macintouch.com/reviews/airportn/#performance
    Apparently the new base stations have a few issues that need to be worked out so I'd consider this a workaround. There should be no reason to have to do this. Good luck.

  • Will the Black 2.4 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo MacBook work with the Thunderbolt Display?

    I'm looking into buying a new Thunderbolt Display, but do I need to buy a new MacBook Pro or will the Thunderbolt Display work with my Black 2.4 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo MacBook?

    Yes. You'll need to create a Mavericks USB installer from the App Store download, and the App Store is only available with 10.6 and above, so that's a challenge for you to overcome, but that SSD will install just fine.
    Matt

  • 17" 2.6Ghz Intel Core 2 Duo MacBook Pro, Poor Wireless Performance.

    I have a (brand new refurb) 17" 2.6Ghz Intel Core 2 Duo MacBook Pro. The wireless drops down to null every minute. My old G4 Powerbook works better connection wise. Could there be a problem with the strength capability of the MacBook Pro?

    This will fit:
    http://store.apple.com/us/product/MA458LL/A/rechargeable-battery-17-inch-macbook -pro?fnode=5a
    Ciao.

  • No Audio on my New Core 2 Duo Mac Book Pro

    I have a couple of video files that will play the video just fine but there is no audio at all. I can play them fine on my G4 laptop and a Mac Pro. I have re-installed Quicktime twice and tried in vain to download codec's with no difference. i take the files off the C2D with a portable drive and they play fine on other machines..... any help would be MUCH appreciated!!!
    p.s. the files are both .mov and .mpg that do not play the audio

    it smokes your old 2.0 ghz G5 dual??
    lovely. I am waiting for my 2.33 core 2 duo macbook pro to arrive, to be honest I was just looking for performance that would be similar to my old dual G5 (also a 2gig) so it wouldn't feel like a dog to work with. I thought it might slightly eclipse the desktop, just looking at the clock speed, but I didn't expect it to be wiping the floor with it. I'd be interested to hear what kind of performance you're getting (mostly cos I'm just bored waiting for mine).. what kind of plug in use do you get out of it? wasn't there a platinumverb test song that could be downloaded somewhere to test how many you could run before it choked? not very scientific, but fun to know, it's always fun getting a new machine any being excited for 5 minutes about how fast it is..
    btw did you stick with the 2GB RAM?

  • Do Core 2 Duo Macbooks have the screen-flicker problem?

    Hi,
    I have an Intel Macbook (single core) and the screen has started to flicker regularly (its a problem that has built-up over the six months I've owned it....) I'm going to take it for repair, but was wondering whether the Core 2 Duo Macbooks have the same problem... if not, I might consider e-baying mine and geting a new one...
    Any responses much appreciated.
    Steve.

    From what I've heard... Apple corrected all those problems the first generation Macbooks had in the C2D model. Even though no computer will be perfect, these are a good improvement.
    You're much more likely to get a "good" macbook, I think. It's a great purchase (though you may want to wait till after macworld), enjoy it when you get it!

  • New Core 2 Duo iMac Memory specification confusion

    I'm confused about the memory specification for the new iMac (late 2006). In the article 303084, it says that the new iMac models, other than 17 " model, accept DDR2 PC2 5300 667Mhz SO DIMM. But in the other article ( 304284 ), it says that the memory is DDR2 PC2 5400 667Mhz SO DIMM. So which one does it take? I'm just about to pick up the new iMac tomorrow and I already have 2 sticks of 1GB of DDR 5300 lying around. Can I use these 2 sticks in the new iMac? The brand of the memory is Samsung. Are they compatible with the new iMac? For all you guys out there who upgraded the memory in the new iMac, which brand do you use? I live in Australia, so brands like Crucial and OWC are hard to find. The popular local brands here Samsung, Corsiar, Twin Mos and Kingmax. I bought the Samsung from a friend who pulled them out from a Dell Laptop which he hated and sold it after a week of ownership. Now he's a proud owner a new Macbook Pro with 2GB of RAM installed from the factory. I would like to a make good use of these 2 Samsung RAMs. Thank you.
    iMac Core 2 Duo 20"   Mac OS X (10.4.7)   PBG4 1.67Ghz, 30gb iPod, PMG4 MDD DP 1.42Ghz
    iMac Core 2 Duo 20"   Mac OS X (10.4.7)   PBG4 1.67Ghz, 30gb iPod, PMG4 MDD DP 1.42Ghz

    P'Boy,
    No worries. The PC2-5400 that appears in the article you cite is a misprint. The iMac Core 2 Duo takes PC2-5300 memory. I have the new Core 2 Duo and verified this by looking at the memory modules. While PC2-5400 may well work in the iMac Core 2 Duo, PC2-5300 is the type of memory specified by Apple to work with this computer.
    Samsung is a fine brand, and is one of the brands used by Apple, so it should function just fine. Cosair is another fine brand, though I have not had occasion to use Cosair memory in a Mac (I've used it in a number of PCs).
    Bottom line. Your Samsung PC2-5300 modules should work just fine. Enjoy your new Core 2 Duo!
    Joe

  • Core 2 Duo Macbook wireless problem

    hey everyone, i am new to this as i have had my macbook for 3 months and nothing has gone wrong until now. I have had problems with my macbook and my linksys wireless router. the other computers in my house are pcs and they work fine with the router. the minute i connect my macbook using airport, the network crashes or loses its signal strenght with all of the comps. does anyone know how to solve this problem or have there been any other situations like this. any help would be greatly appreciated.

    Hi all & especially any Apple Support engineers who may be able to help with a fix on this!
    I've just purchased my first mac (Dec 06), one of the new 2GHz Intel Core 2 Duo Macbooks, and I'm very very pleased with it, apart from this one thing...
    I also have wireless access problems - I can't get the Macbook to AirPort connect to my BT-supplied 2-Wire 1800HG (Home Gateway) router, even after applying the recent 'AirPort Update 2006-002 13-Dec-06'. It seems to be a problem with just particular router families (may be wider than just 2-Wire products) as I could AirPort connect just fine to my parents wireless network while staying with them over Christmas. They use a UK phone company (BT) provided Voyager Wireless router, so a different brand, but with exactly the same wireless security as I do (128 bit WEP).
    Before anyone asks, I know my router wireless setup works because other wireless products in my home (including an Apple Airport Express I use for iTunes streaming) work just fine! It seems to be a MacBook vs. 2-Wire thing!
    The Macbook works fine when connected into one of the router Ethernet ports directly using a cable, but that's not exactly convenient for use in other rooms in the home!
    So it looks like another revision of 'AirPort Update xxxx-xxx' is needed, this time with the necessary data for the 2-Wire router family (as must already exist in my 1.5 year old Airport Express!)
    Please can you fix this for me Apple (and let me know when it's been done!)
    Many thanks and Happy 2007!
    Mark
    Ipswich, UK
    Macbook (Core 2 Duo)   Mac OS X (10.4.8)   2-Wire 1800HG Wireless Router

  • Replacing/Upgrading the 15" 2.16 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo MacBook Pro HDD?

    I was wondering if it is possible to replace the 15" 2.16 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo MacBook Pro HDD from a 5400 RPM to a 7200 RPM. I plan on recording using Logic Pro so I will most likely need a faster hard drive. If so, what are some good, compatible hard drives to look into.
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    As asked here perhaps 1000 times a day, and findable
    with a simple search you can, but you can void your
    warranty if you don't do it right and there is some
    work involved. Spare the grief and get an external
    drive with a fast 2.5" drive in it and add to your
    capacity the entire value vs. the difference.
    It is very tiring to see you respond to everyone who asks this question with "get an external drive". I'm sure there are a lot of people out there who want more storage WITHOUT having to tote extra gear around.
    Yes external drives are useful, but they don't answer the question asked.
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  • I would like to access an old Time machine back up from a Core 2 Duo Macbook, but no longer have a Mac. Can I access the backup from a cheaper old ibook, or would I need a Macbook. Is the OS important?

    I would like to access an old Time machine back up from a Core 2 Duo Macbook, but no longer have a Mac. I am going to buy a used machien to acess this. Can I access the backup from a cheaper old ibook, or would I need a Macbook. Is the OS important?

    right click on the folder that shows with the red negative sign, and select to "get info".  In the long skinny window that appears, look in the "sharing and permissions" section.  In the "name" column, you should see your current user name.  Ensure the "privilege" is set to Read and Write.  If your user name is not in the name column, click the + sign, and add it, ensuring the privileges are set to Read and Write

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