Apple MacBook

The MacBook is a line of Macintosh notebook computers developed and marketed by Apple Computer. The MacBook was introduced on May 16, 2006 to immediate availability in all United States Apple online and retail stores. more...

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The MacBook replaced the iBook G4 series as well as the last of the PowerBook series, the 12" PowerBook G4.

The MacBook is based on the Intel Core Duo processor and is available in three configurations: 1.83 GHz and 2.0 GHz with a white polycarbonate enclosure, and a 2.0 GHz model in a matte black case. Every model has a built-in iSight webcam, and a magnetic latch mechanism. The MacBook line is the companion to the higher-end MacBook Pro line.

Specifications

The 1.83 GHz and 2.0 GHz Core Duo (retailing at US$1099 and US$1299, respectively) are equipped with a 60 GB 5400-rpm Serial ATA hard drive and the 2.0 GHz Core Duo premium black model (US$1499) features an 80 GB 5400-rpm Serial ATA hard drive. The two higher end models are equipped with an internal SuperDrive (DVD±RW, CD-RW), while the low end model features a Combo Drive (DVD-ROM, CD-RW).

All MacBooks come with integrated iSight, mini-DVI, MagSafe power connector, upgradeable 512 MB (2x256) RAM, built-in 10/100/1000 BASE-T Gigabit Ethernet, AirPort Extreme, Bluetooth 2.0 +EDR, Sudden Motion Sensor and Scrolling TrackPad, as well as an Apple Remote. The ATI Radeon 9550 GPU used in the iBook has been replaced by an Intel GMA 950 graphics processor with 64 MB of DDR2 SDRAM (shared memory). The MacBook features a 13.3" glossy LCD display (1280x800) which is 79% brighter and provides 30% more viewing area than the iBook. The MacBook weighs 5.2 lbs (2.36 kg). It also includes a Trusted platform module chip, which may be used for Digital Rights Management.

The MacBook comes preloaded with iLife, Front Row and Photo Booth.

Appearance

The MacBook's appearance is largely based on that of its predecessor, the iBook G4. In addition to the classic white case, Apple is offering a premium black case option, both cases made from polycarbonate, the thermoplastic Apple is known for using in many of its products. The two color decision has already received some criticism due to the fact that the base black model costs US$150 more than a white model using the same hardware configuration. Also, some Apple fans think the black MacBook looks more like a generically designed portable from PC manufacturers such as Dell and HP . However, Apple laptops such as the PowerBook G3 came in black cases as well, so this is not quite as unusual as it may at first seem.

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