The 17 inch Macbook Pro MD311LL/A is now available at Apple Store and Amazon.com for $2,499. This newest version introduces quad-core Intel i7 processor, which provides ultimate performance and multitasking management and with speed up to 2x times faster than previous MacBook Pro series.

One key feature of the unit is the built-in thunderbolt technology. It is the first notebook to acquire it, making it to transfer files with an incredible speed up to 12 times than FireWire 800 and up to 20 times faster than USB 2.0 (10 gigabits per second) to any supported peripheral or external devices.

Matching the wide screen refers to Face Time HD camera, is another powerful highlight with a resolution three times clearer than previous camera, and well suited when viewing sharp picture for your friends and also for video calling with quality images up to 720 pexils.

With regards to flexibility, Dual Graphic processor offers a unique experience to Macbook Pro MD311LL/A 17 inch users to switch from one processor to another when necessary. First, its AMD Radeon HD 6770M processor (with 1 GB of GDDR5 video memory) provides performance for harder applications while the integrated Intel HD Graphics 3000 processor allows the battery life to last longer.

To top it all, Buttonless multi-touch trackpad delivers a lot of mobility around the large silky glass surface for unique user experience.

Macbook Pro MD311LL/A 17 inch Specifications:

• 17-inch LED-backlit glossy widescreen display (1920 x 1200-pixel resolution).
• 2.4 GHz Intel Core i7 quad-core processor ("Sandy Bridge") with 6 MB shared L3
• Dual graphics processors with automatic switching between AMD Radeon HD 6770M (with 1 GB of GDDR5 video memory) and integrated Intel HD Graphics 3000 (with 384 MB of DDR3 SDRAM shared with main memory)
• 750 GB Serial ATA hard drive (5400 RPM)
• 4 GB installed RAM (1333 MHz DDR3; supports up to 8 GB)
• 8x slot-loading SuperDrive with double-layer DVD support (DVD±R DL/DVD±RW/CD-RW)
• Built-in FaceTime HD camera
• Wi-Fi wireless networking (based on 802.11n specification; 802.11a/b/g compatible)
• Gigabit Ethernet wired networking (10/100/1000)
• Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR (Enhanced Data Rate) for connecting with peripherals such as keyboards, mice and cell phones
• Three USB 2.0 ports, one FireWire 800 port
• ExpressCard/34 slot
• Thunderbolt port with native Mini DisplayPort output plus support for DVI, VGA, dual-link DVI, and HDMI (requires adapters, sold separately)
• Multi-Touch trackpad for precise cursor control
• Full-size backlit keyboard
• Stereo speakers with subwoofers
• Weight: 6.6 pounds
• Up to 7 hours of battery life

Macbook Pro MD311LL/A 17 inch is not yet available from other countries except U.S.

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I still don’t know if Filipino’s are ready for online purchasing.  I have made post before and ask my readers if Online Banking is safe in Philippines and I receive some good feedback on that time. Now I would also like to know thought from the Filipino Consumers, Do we now trust online banking? Because online banking is also synonymous with Online store since you also have to provide you credit card details in purchasing. And I believe that the success of paypal in Philippines is also one of an indication that one could really transact online.

Let us compare price in US Online Store and Philippines Apple Online Store , A Macbook Pro cost US$ 1,999 in US and in Philippines online store it is Php 109,990 which is almost 15% more compared in US price.I believe it is fare price since it is due to the tax and delivery of the unit from US to Philippines.

So I just hope that Apple Online store will not be the only one to do the online store and I think by Next year more and more company will do the same. I suggest that those company open it’s affiliate marketing system so that we bloggers can earn from the referrals

What do you thinks is it a good idea ?

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This is a follow up post from my post the other day regarding the meeting at cupertino the new line of Macbook Pro is now released. And it only proves that the leaked photos of Macbook is true. The rumored Macbook Touch Screen was not included in the release. Anyway it might be released soon. Who knows ?

Apple’s also put in some effort on slimming down the computer, bringing it down to a mere 0.95-inches thick (though at 5.5 pounds it’s a hair heavier than the original)

The specs as per Engadget

the specs. Apple’s using NVIDIA’s new 9400M GPU + chipset 1-2 punch for integrated graphics, supplemented by 9600M GT switchable discreet graphics chip for heavy lifting, and pumping out those graphics over a Mini DisplayPort connector, if you’d like to supplement the LED backlit screen. As expected there’s an SSD option, with drive accessible underneath the battery. The 15.4-inch base model retails for $1999, with a 2.4GHz Core 2 Duo processor, 2GB of DDR3 RAM and both GPUs. Step up to $2499 and you get a faster CPU, 4GB of RAM and a 320GB HDD. The 17-inch MacBook Pro comes in a similar configuration with a 2.6GHz processor, starting at $2799, but sans the redesign and GPU love. Hit the jump for a breakdown of the configurations.

Below are some specification taken during the conference

So here is the full specification of the New MacBook

2.4GHz MacBook Pro (MB133LL/A) – $1,999

• 2.4GHz Intel Core 2 Duo, 3MB L2 cache, 1066MHz System Bus
• 2GB 1066 MHz DDR3 memory
• 250GB 5400 rpm HDD
• NVIDIA GeForce 9600M graphics processor, 256MB GDDR3 memory

2.53GHz MacBook Pro (MB134LL/A) – $2,499

• 2.53GHz Intel Core 2 Duo, 6MB L2 cache, 1066MHz System Bus
• 4GB 1066 MHz DDR3 memory
• 320GB 5400 rpm HDD
• NVIDIA GeForce 9600M graphics processor, 512MB GDDR3 memory

Shared Specs:

• Precision aluminum unibody enclosure, 14.35 x 9.82 x .95-inches, 5.5 pounds
• 15.4-inches LED-backlit display, 1440 x 900 resolution
• 8x Slot-loading SuperDrive
• Multi-Touch glass trackpad
• NVIDIA GeForce 9400M graphics processor
• Mini DisplayPort output port with support for DVI, VGA, and dual-link DVI
• Built-in iSight camera, stereo speakers, microphone
• Optical digital input / analog line in/out
• Built-in AirPort Extreme WiFi, Bluetooth 2.1
• 2 USB 2.0 ports
• Gigabit Ethernet Port, 1 FireWire 800 port
• ExpressCard/34 slot
• Mac OS X v10.5 Leopard & iLife ’08
• 5 Hour Battery life

In The Box:

• MacBook Pro
• Display Cleaning cloth
• 85W MagSafe Power Adapter, AC wall plug, and power cord
• Lithium-polymer battery
• Install / restore DVDs
• Printed and electronic documentation

{ via engadget.com }

MobileMe stores all your email, contacts, and calendars on an online server — or “cloud” — and pushes them down to your iPhone, iPod touch, Mac, and PC. When you make a change on one device, the cloud updates the others. Push happens automatically, instantly, and continuously. You don’t have to wait for it or remember to do anything — such as docking your iPhone and syncing manually — to stay up to date.

It will synchronize all your Apple Gadgets. I wonder if they will make a crossover platform where they can also link to Windows Mobile 5 users.  Although this might not happen because it is their competitor but having a collaboration will be great in the future.

Macrumors.com reported that MobileMe will launch on the evening of July 9th as shown in Mac site as follows :

MobileMe Launch
7/9/2008, 6pm-12am PT
As part of the MobileMe launch, www.mac.com will be taken offline at 6pm PT on Wednesday, July 9th.
Members will be unable to access www.mac.com or any .Mac services during this time with the exception of .Mac Mail accessed via a desktop application, iPhone, or iPod touch.
MobileMe will be available as soon as possible during this maintenance window.

I believed that this New Apple application will be released earlier than iPhone 3G so that iPhone 3G users will be able to take advantage of the service.

Existing .Mac subscribers should already be able to send and receive emails at their new @me.com addresses. MobileMe retails for $99/year, but iPhone 3G (or Mac) buyers will be able to pick up a year subscription for $69 on July 11th.

Now I really have to save to buy a new Macbook Pro Laptop. And it will cost me about SAR 7,000+.

Via macrumors

Pictures taken from Canon EOS 400d using EF50 lens

I have seen some link love at the net and I would like to Thank Karlo . I would presume that most of the bloggers as well as readers are now having their vacation because today is the Easter Sunday.Well I would like also to share some worthy to read articles around the web as follows :

Madhur shares his ” 5 Tips to optimize your site for Search Engines ” a good read , this might be discussed in other blogs but you might find this in different approach.

Barbara Ling (aka Owlbert) shared her tips regarding Feedburner redirects as response to my post, a great tip since it teaches me that it is possible to retain my permalink even the feeds is supplied by Feedburner. ( replacing those feedburner url ) You might want to try her tips and let me know if it work. You just have to change your account to PRO which is free. BTW it works for me.

Abe shares information regarding ” Mozilla CEO calls Safari a malware “. Unit now I am still planning what to purchase Toshiba 14 in with good specs or Macbook Pro. ( Although still waiting for my budget )

Karlo also links to other blogs . You must check it since he provided worthy links to read.

So that’s it for now. You just have to remember that real meaning of Easter , It is none other than Jesus Christ who died in the cross to redeem our sin.

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