Apple MacBook Pro 17" - Expert Reviews

Award: Editor's Choice!

Review summary: apple macbook pro (2008 edition, 2.4ghz) review: A solid, if predictable, upgrade to the MacBook Pro line, but noteworthy for stealing the MacBook Air's best feature -- expanded gesture controls for the touch pad.

Pros: Updated CPUs, Improved battery life, Adds touch pad gestures from the MacBook Air

Cons: Small performance premium over the cheaper 13-inch MacBook, Only 90 days of toll-free technical support, Still no SD card reader

Verdict: A solid, if predictable, upgrade to the MacBook Pro line, but noteworthy for stealing the MacBook Air's best feature--expanded gesture controls for the touch pad.

Pros: Updated CPUs, improved battery life, adds touch pad gestures from the MacBook Air

Cons: Small performance premium over the cheaper 13-inch MacBook ; only 90 days of toll-free technical support ; still no SD card reader

Verdict: A solid, if predictable, upgrade to the MacBook Pro line, but noteworthy for stealing the MacBook Air's best feature--expanded gesture controls for the touch pad.

Review summary: Apple's most desirable Macbook gains an LED backlight and a brand new processor. Does it still stand out from the PC pack?

Pros: The LED backlight is beautiful and the performance remains admirable

Cons: Two USB ports is a little frugal for most people

Review summary: Apple was the launch of their new Macbook Pro Series called Apple Macbook Pro MA895LL / A with 15-inch display. The Intel Core 2 Duo 2.22 GHz within the beauty

Award: Recommended!

Review summary: Has Apple's largest notebook got it where it counts? Wil Harris finds out.

Verdict: In conclusion, the 17in MacBook Pro is really a fantastic machine for creatives and anyone else looking for a high-powered, high-style laptop with a large screen. Sure, it does cost a little more than your average Windows laptop - around -2,100 for ...