| So now we need 2 computers, a high-speed network which won't work when on the go, and a complex remote configuration to do what another brand's pro laptop could on one machine. Really, what Apple is saying with this is that the MBP is much more a Dell Latitude or XPS15 and not a Precision or a Lenovo P50/70. On the Dell Precision, you can get a few different quad-core xeons, Thunderbolt 3, 64GB ECC DDR4, ISV certified Quadro M5000 GPU w/8GB VRAM, 3x drives (can do 3X 1TB PCIE SSDs), 4K IGZO screen, choice of batteries including 91wh LiPo, smart card reader, and up to 5 years on-site + accidental damage support for what ends up being about 10% more. Base price on the 17" is $1599. The Lenovo P70 is available in similar configurations. HP has the ZBook series which is also "designed to pass 14 MIL-STD 810G tests" and comes with up to 4TB of storage, and starts at $1429: http://store.hp.com/us/en/mdp/business-solutions/zbook-17-mo... That's what a pro laptop looks like, and Apple no longer sells anything close. Lots of professional software is moving away from macOS because of this. Video production / editing is moving away from Mac due to this. It's sad because Apple used to make real tools for professionals, and now tries to sell them thin-and-lights targeted to rich consumers. Lastly, the keyboard on the newest gen is awful to type on due to having almost zero key travel. It feels like drumming your fingers on a desk. The old 17" had a great keyboard IMO and I'd gladly give up a few more MM of thickness for a better battery and a fantastic keyboard. |