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I have a 2008 Mac Pro 2.8 with dual quad and 14 gig 800 ram. What will give me a good upgrade for photoshop and aperture editing large photo files

I also have a hi Res display. Will any of the MacBook pros approach the Mac Pro for speed?

• Asked by Paul B from Port Hope
• 22-May-2013
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MacBook Air vs MacBook Pro with retina display

I am going into high school next year, and I know I'll need a new laptop, but I'm debating between the MacBook Air and the MacBook Pro with Retina display 13in. I would upgrade the processor on both models, and the RAM on the air. I don't know how much faster the MacBook Pro with retina would be though. I program in X-code (cocoa), would run Boot Camp, Use FCPX, and Logic Pro 9 as well as other basic programs for school. I know I can't afford the 15in MacBooks which are much faster, so I don't know if there would be much difference between the two. Thanks in advanced!

• Asked by Connor B from Golden
• 21-May-2013
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Macbook pro or macbook air for junior high

I'm in junior high and I'm looking for a laptop that would be great for doing homework,research,and listing to music. I need something that is also cool and is always up to date.

• Asked by Andres R from Stevenson Ranch
• 21-May-2013
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Which mac would suit me?macbook pro, the air, or the retina?

Hello everyone,
I am going to go in 11th and would be requiring a laptop. After some research, I decided to buy a MacBook. But here is the problem, which MacBook should I buy?
I would be using my macbook for-
-web surfing
- essays and presentations
- light or basic photo and video editing. These videos would be at least 720p.
- really basic gaming.
These uses are my estimated uses and might change according to the time.
I want a light machine that doesn't add bulk to my bag, but also want a powerful machine too. For this power, the weight of the machine would be ignored. I want a really responsive machine, which looks really stunning.
I have decided to go with the 13 inch form factor as it is a lot more portable, and also reasonably cheap. So, should I buy a MacBook Pro or the air or MacBook Pro retina?
This is a really important decision for me as once I buy this machine, it would be with me for at least 5 years.
Also, would 4gb ram be ample for me or should I go for the 8gb?

• Asked by Manjiri N
• 20-May-2013
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Which Mac is suitable for Mechanical Engineering?  MacBook Air 2012 edition or MacBook Pro with retina display 2012?

Basically, my course is mainly towards C++ programming, Solidwork designing program. Also, I need a laptop that can help me in minor photo editing, also playing games like FIFA or PES.

I need to know which Macbook shall help me in these situations. That is all. :)

• Asked by Farhan M from Kuala Lumpur
• 13-May-2013
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What are the best laptops to use for Djing with the laptop only..and what requirements do I need to do so?

• Asked by Froilan V from Doral
• 05-May-2013
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Which Retina Macbook Pro(13 in vs 15 in) suits best for a Computer Engineer?

I'm a computer engineer student and I will like to know which Mac works better for programming software(compiling), parallels and etc.

• Asked by Sebastian R from San Juan
• 04-May-2013
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I am trying to decide between what mac to get as a university student

I currently have an ipad and I feel that it is not reaching its needs as my course is heavily loaded with presentations etc.
I want to get a MacBook Pro 13" but I do not know whether I should get the retna or standard one.

Which mac would run better if I undertake these activities on it:
-word documents constantly 5+ hours 3-5 days a week
-power point presentations
-occasional movies
-occasional games ... Mainly league of legends
-lots of web browsing.. Multiple tabs open at a time
Etc


I understand that the processor is the only thing I cannot upgrade, and the dual core worries me for the occasional game, I am not sure how it will go as I'm new to mac. It is necessary to get the top end retna (I'm leaning towards the retna) over the lower end as they only have a minor difference in the processors I.e. 2.5 & 2.6 with a turbo boost of 3.1 and 3.1.

Thanks!!!

• Asked by Erin D from Cromer
• 29-Apr-2013
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WHAT COMPUTER WOULD BE BEST FOR ONLIE EDUCATION?

I AM DOING A COLLEGE 100% ONLINE AND I DONT KNOW IF I SHOULD GET A MACBOOK PRO 15'' WITH RETINA DISPLAY OR AN IMAC 27''? PLEASE HELP ME OUT

• Asked by Jordan F from Mesquite
• 25-Apr-2013
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Can I mirror from iPhone to mac?

I want to be able to mirror from my iPhone 5 to my mac desktop I think it has Lion.

• Asked by Andrew M from Skillman
• 21-Apr-2013
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