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4.0 out of 5 Mice, May 19, 2006

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Pros

Excellent performance with Universal software
MagSafe power connector
8x SuperDrive with double-layer support
Much improved AirPort reception
Virtually silent operation
1GB of RAM now standard
Adds a third USB 2.0 port
Includes FireWire 800
Big, bright, beautiful widescreen display
Built-in iSight

Cons

No internal modem option
No PCMCIA or ExpressCard/54 slots
Mediocre performance with non-native applications
Disappointing battery life

Price when rated: 2799

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17-inch MacBook Pro/2.16GHz The widest MacBook Pro retains a few PowerBook options missing from the 15-inch MacBook configurations -- namely, a FireWire 800 port and an 8X dual-layer SuperDrive. The 17-inch MacBook Pro runs on a 2.16GHz Intel Core Duo chip -- the same processor available as a $300 build-to-order option on the 15-inch MacBook. While slightly wider and deeper than the 15-inch model, the 17-inch configuration retains the 1-inch height of Apple's pro laptop line.
17-inch MacBook Pro The 17-inch MacBook Pro is a fabulous machine for anyone who concludes that its high performance, huge screen, and impressive versatility more than justify its size and weight. The remaining question for those Mac users: Buy the 17-inch model now or wait for more Intel-native apps to arrive?

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