Hey guys,
I have been looking into taking the plunge on purchasing a new 17" Macbook Pro. I am currently a comp sci student nearing the end of school. I would be using it to do some Java programming, web development, etc, as well as daily computing and some light gaming. The main appeal to me was the screen and build quality (as well as ability to do some iOS development). I would probably spend equal time in OSX and Windows 7 in bootcamp.
Recently, I've seen some closeout deals (new, in box) on the last iteration of the Macbook Pro 17 at $1,799.99, glossy screen. Seems to be a hell of a deal compared to the cost of a new one is $2,499.99.
I guess what I am asking is: do you think the retina display (if it even happens) is worth paying a premium on the new device? Same question with regards to Ivy Bridge as well.
I don't care so much about the possibility of Macbook Air sizes (especially if it comes at the cost of the GPU, in regards to cooling).
Just wanted to get some opinions from current Apple users and people that use these as developer box's, etc. This would be my first foray into Apple products (outside of iPhones and iPads).
Thanks!
I have been looking into taking the plunge on purchasing a new 17" Macbook Pro. I am currently a comp sci student nearing the end of school. I would be using it to do some Java programming, web development, etc, as well as daily computing and some light gaming. The main appeal to me was the screen and build quality (as well as ability to do some iOS development). I would probably spend equal time in OSX and Windows 7 in bootcamp.
Recently, I've seen some closeout deals (new, in box) on the last iteration of the Macbook Pro 17 at $1,799.99, glossy screen. Seems to be a hell of a deal compared to the cost of a new one is $2,499.99.
I guess what I am asking is: do you think the retina display (if it even happens) is worth paying a premium on the new device? Same question with regards to Ivy Bridge as well.
I don't care so much about the possibility of Macbook Air sizes (especially if it comes at the cost of the GPU, in regards to cooling).
Just wanted to get some opinions from current Apple users and people that use these as developer box's, etc. This would be my first foray into Apple products (outside of iPhones and iPads).
Thanks!