Apple Macbook pro retina 15''

[Night-Fury]

I want to buy a mbpr , but keep reading thread after thread of faults , bugs & defects , i have used mac's for 3 years at campus, i'm mostly going to be doing graphic work and photography, is getting a mac worth it ? image retention bugs with the automatic graphics switching bugs with the WiFi and Bluetooth while using magic mouse dead pixels numerous kernel panics freezing and crashing poor face time camera quality , hows the customer service with CORE ? any body had experience with them ? turnaround time for repairs ? and stuff like that , am i better off getting a cheaper machine with the same/similar specs. was thinking the lenovo Z580A its way cheaper for a quad core 2gb ram . . . . . , just wanted to ask for advice before spending a wad of cash . anybody own a mbpr that can comment ? also how is the skype video quality ? and Photoshop performance ,will be opening multiple large files



Thanks in advance

 

[Space_Chief]

I want to buy a mbpr , but keep reading thread after thread of faults , bugs & defects , i have used mac's for 3 years at campus, i'm mostly going to be doing graphic work and photography, is getting a mac worth it ? image retention bugs with the automatic graphics switching bugs with the WiFi and Bluetooth while using magic mouse dead pixels numerous kernel panics freezing and crashing poor face time camera quality , hows the customer service with CORE ? any body had experience with them ? turnaround time for repairs ? and stuff like that , am i better off getting a cheaper machine with the same/similar specs. was thinking the lenovo Z580A its way cheaper for a quad core 2gb ram . . . . . , just wanted to ask for advice before spending a wad of cash . anybody own a mbpr that can comment ? also how is the skype video quality ? and Photoshop performance ,will be opening multiple large files



Thanks in advance

Have not used it for PS yet, but have run video encoding jobs on it and it's very fast. Much faster than 2010 MBP 15 2.6GHz Core i7 and MP 3 GHz quad core Xeon.

The image retention bugs are an issue with LG screens, not Samsung. It's possible to check using a script which one you have. Maybe you can then return the computer within 7 days for a refund, if you buy from Incredible or DigiCape. The screen has incredible contrast and resolution, and shows no banding so it must be at least an 8 bit display.

The Wifi BT issue is an issue with 2.4GHz Wifi networks and Magic Mouse. But if you use a different mouse, such as a wired Magic Mouse (which I prefer anyway) or any other wired mouse OR you use the 5GHz Wifi network, then you'll have no problems. Also likely, when you're using your Mouse for PS, you won't need the internet.

This machine is significantly lighter than the previous MBP 15. Its USB ports are on either side so no need to use an angulator or replicator/hub. Performance wise it's very fast.

The difference between MBP and rMBP is not big. It is also possible to buy a bigger SSD in the future and replace it yourself. Macsales.com sells an upgrade including the necessary screwdrivers. I plan on putting in a 1TB when OWC comes out with such an SSD size next year. (They actually have a 960GB SSD but in a different format.)

Only problem is that memory is not upgradable. Also if memory fails, well you have to replace whole logic board.
But memory did not fail in my previous MBP so I'm hopeful.

Re CORE. I don't know. Maybe if you buy from DigiCape you won't have issues. But then Digicape should also help you if you buy from Core too. I've purchased a Mac Pro and several iPods from Core and have not had problems with these devices during warranty so I can't say.

 

[Velenoso]

Dude its worth it. I've got the retina. Brilliant. No laptop can compare.

 

[VG008]

I got my rMBP for three months now and haven't had any issues.
The machine has the Samsung display, so no ghosting issues there. I don't use the magic mouse - I have a logitec mouse; So can't comment on that.

There might be better hardware buys out there, but that display - nothing can beat it

Opening large files hasn't been an issue with me. The SSD helps quite a bit. I haven't use photoshop but I'm running Windows as a VM and developing in visual studio & SQL management studio. The machine handles the load quite fine. I'm using the base model btw.

 

[Sensorei]

I originally got a rMBP 2.6Ghz 512GB last July at a discounted price and ended up selling it for what I paid for it. It's a stunning laptop but seriously overpriced and I didn't really need the top of the range.

I then found a deal on a 2.3Ghz 256GB rMBP like new in the box on gumtree for R20k and now this is pretty funny- I restored my bootcamp backup from my old rMBP which had 3D Mark 2011 and my old benchmark scores, and when I benchmarked the slower 2.3Ghz rMBP it scored higher in 3DMark than the 2.6 rMBP! WTF? Same drivers, same settings.

Stunning laptops but don't waste the extra money on the more expensive model.

 

[zippy]

Bought a mac book pro in December. Decided against the extra cash for the retina.

No regrets. I have a magic mouse as well. Haven't experienced any problems it.

The only issue I have is that when the wife is browsing Netflix on our apple tv with the apple remote, then my iTunes opens and starts playing whatever I last played

 

[vinodh]

The only issue I have is that when the wife is browsing Netflix on our apple tv with the apple remote, then my iTunes opens and starts playing whatever I last played

Make sure the Apple remote is paired to the Apple TV. This should stop it interfering with your MacBook. If it still does it, switch off infrared on your MacBook unless you need it for something.

 

[Night-Fury]

Does anybody have Image retention or ghosting ? how'd you fix that ?

 

[Space_Chief]

Does anybody have Image retention or ghosting ? how'd you fix that ?

That happens on LG displays only. If your machine's display is made by Samsung, you should not have problems.
I'm not having issues with my Samsung based one.

As said, Apple or even Core may replace your device. Maybe if you purchase from DigiCape you can be assured that you can order a specific model with the Samsung display. See what they can do for you.

Apple's behaviour has been shameful. They know the problem is with the LG display and they should allow easy exchange, including through their authorised resellers (such as Core). But of course profits trounce all.

 

[zippy]

That happens on LG displays only. If your machine's display is made by Samsung, you should not have problems.
I'm not having issues with my Samsung based one.

As said, Apple or even Core may replace your device. Maybe if you purchase from DigiCape you can be assured that you can order a specific model with the Samsung display. See what they can do for you.

Apple's behaviour has been shameful. They know the problem is with the LG display and they should allow easy exchange, including through their authorised resellers (such as Core). But of course profits trounce all.

It's been said many times before, Core is not Apple. I know that Apple replaces faulty equipment quite fast in the UK.

 

[MadMailMan]

I have a 2009 MBP and the fscking thing wont die so I can't justify buying a new one, yet. If you can afford a rMBP then get it you wont regret it.

 

[noxibox]

It's been said many times before, Core is not Apple. I know that Apple replaces faulty equipment quite fast in the UK.

Not if Apple claims or pretends there is no fault.

 

[clasqm]

I have a 2009 MBP and the fscking thing wont die so I can't justify buying a new one, yet. If you can afford a rMBP then get it you wont regret it.

PM me your street address and I'll send over my four-year old. He can destroy anything.

 

[MadMailMan]

PM me your street address and I'll send over my four-year old. He can destroy anything.

Do you ship to Europe?

 

[zippy]

Not if Apple claims or pretends there is no fault.

Take it to an Apple Store. Show them. New machine. Done. But then you don't have Apple Stores down there.

I wouldn't buy a Mac under those circumstances.

 

[noxibox]

Take it to an Apple Store. Show them. New machine. Done. But then you don't have Apple Stores down there.

If Apple does not acknowledge there is an issue the Apple Store staff will not just exchange it.

 

[Ou grote]

It's been said many times before, Core is not Apple. I know that Apple replaces faulty equipment quite fast in the UK.

Any particular reason why apple do nothing about core?

 

[Space_Chief]

Any particular reason why apple do nothing about core?

Apple doesn't care. They have no profit incentive to be here to grow the brand and offer superior service. Market in SA is not big enough and people will buy the same number of iPhones and Macbooks regardless.

Not that Apple service is always superior. They also lie about issues such as Macbook Retina Wifi connectivity - with which I'm struggling despite using AEBS at full power and not using the Magic Mouse or the rMBP screen issue, at least initially.

But perhaps that adds to the appeal. Apple has a rare, exclusive image. It's a BMW to the Toyotas and VWs.

 

[Rode]

Apple macbook pro retina 15

Thank yourl very much for this chance. If i win this i Can finally be like other children and show my father before he dies of his heart. This is the biggest chance to have such technology at home so thank you very much for this chance. I dont even know what to say thank yourl everyone in my family says thank yourl! <3

 

[crysis]

Thank yourl very much for this chance. If i win this i Can finally be like other children and show my father before he dies of his heart. This is the biggest chance to have such technology at home so thank you very much for this chance. I dont even know what to say thank yourl everyone in my family says thank yourl! <3