In mid-November we provided you news only for use in Spain the first to try the new MacBook Pro 16 ” Apple launched during the Christmas season – this year, with no keys in between. This much-awaited new Mac comes to cover an important gap between the range of laptops: a model that once housed 17 "losers" professionals who need a non-road laptop, which is strong and sacrifices less energy and nutrient quality. This new 16 "MacBook Pro is the company's answer to those who need it all, showing us some important changes to the design (not just physical) that makes Apple's bet possible and how it's done Listen to the users In recent years.
Last month we showed you the first impression of Spain: today, the feeling when you use it daily
In those first visions we saw an obvious change of six points of this new laptop, which strengthens almost every important pillar of the device. Now, after a month, I would like to share with you feelings and experience how to use it daily. My personal laptop is a 13 ″ MacBook Pro from late 2016, so I will also tell you in my opinion about the change of inches for those not used to working with this size.
An intelligent but effective design
Or I would love to see the manzanita shine again on the back of the screen (I never give up hope that one day I will return), The design of this new 16 Mac Pro Pro continues to work excellent: built from standard aluminum housing, with dimensions 1.62 cm (with closed lid), width 35.79 and down 24.59 cm, the look is exactly the same as its 15 "predecessor (in its place, by the way) In fact, Apple has taken the opportunity to reduce the edges and add a larger screen without growing too much set size in relation to that model, so that you can use accessories as cover in most cases. For an example, I use a wordpress bag designed for 13/14 "laptops and this 16" MacBook Pro runs just fine.
Screen size increased without increasing size by reducing the size of the edges of the screen
Weight up to 2 kg, will note strong and shiny and this is what we will be most careful with when it comes to 13 laptops, which are currently 1.37 pounds. However, this model is 16 " It is not overly heavy or uncomfortable to travel and its thin structure is very useful. The feeling of using it daily has a huge computer without much change (or from a 13 ”laptop like me) – But then we see a new screen and there we enjoy a new working environment in all its expansion – so it's worth a bet on this team.
Although Apple has developed many important points for this model, the * * screen is a very stimulating feature that will provide a a rapid improvement in our daily work: the feeling that the cut-edge has declined as we see in the photos disappear within minutes of working with him – not just finding more space to work, and also providing a modern group feeling
We would have wanted the company to be more aggressive by offering a more sophisticated model, leaving the screen frame lower, but I have to say that with daily work and leisure. the screen of this MacBook Pro is absolutely amazing, with or without OLED or 4K. In this model the resolution goes up to 3072×1920 at a figure of 226 pixels per inch – Apple has sought a limited resolution for user specification and performance that does not affect storage price or power consumption.
The level of refreshment is now adjustable from the Catalina control panel for this model – ideal for video professionals who want complete sync in their design
In fact, the base model 16 "costs exactly the same as the previous 15" model, which is ready to go or high light area such as airports or train stations. Outside, 500 light power makes the screen look as long as it doesn't have direct sunlight against it and it's a fun change in this model refurbishment brochure adjustment, which will be very useful for video professionals.
The Magic Keyboard comes in the MacBook Pro
The controversial butterfly keyboard that features the entire MacBook Pro since 2016 has given several headaches to Apple, which has had to introduce a recovery system for problematic models. The The MacBook Pro update was released this year, on the front of the analytical model, apparently they seemed to have a problem with solving due to the small modifications found in its design but nonetheless, the company liked to make major changes to this new model.
Apple & # 39; s Magic Keyboard was partially upgraded for the new MacBook Pro, and is working on design and implementation
I had the opportunity to discuss this topic with Apple. "In fact, we were trying to solve a problem we didn't have". It was absolutely true: the company it already has a keyboard that has long been used by experts and ameshaurs, they settle completely in the eyes of everything and are highly tested. This is a Magic Keyboard 2 installed with the iMac and can be purchased as a separate addition and for the first time, it comes to the MacBook Pro in this edition.
The design of this keyboard is completely different: using a scarf design – instead of the so-called "butterfly" of problematic keyboards in the past – is very common in the computer world. Apple slightly improved the design of this keyboard installing a small rubber extension under each key locks the impact of the pulsations, making it more comfortable when writing. Button sizes were saved, but now they are a short walk on all machines The look is very similar to the previous MacBook Pro, though this high-contrast design gives it a more "traditional" look.
In everyday life with the new keyboard, highlighting the comfort and convenience of the buttons – especially if we like low profile buttons
I have to say though that there are problems with the keyboard in front of me personally I used to use it, because I prefer low profile keyboards like these. With this change, it took me a few minutes to get used to the new buttons but I have to say that the feeling of having spent many hours was rewarding: a good walk, not a hard walk and great strength on all faces – even a laptop on the knee. During my month of testing, I saw no communication or sensitivity issues, so it seems Apple's decision after listening to usersAnd it was successful. And if you use the Magic Keyboard at home or at the office, it will be much easier to adapt when changing equipment.
As an anecdote, and if you dedicate yourself for example to the world of development, you would have found it as good news the return of the physical escape button, located on the left of the focused FocusBB separating the TouchID button (as we saw in the MacBook Air update). The highlight of this fact, and – despite the comfort of the console if you use that key most – is that Apple made this change after listening to users asking it to come back.
Power updated
The smallest design of the MacBook Pro does Intel processors should be customized of these types before the laptop enters the production line – which is why this Mac has nine-generation research companies but not the latest one developed by Intel. In practice, the difference should not be too obvious, but it should be known. It can be programmed between 6 and 8 cores and with chances of up to 64GB and 8TB for the first time of storage, these new models try to address the energy needs and the space and space the technicians need.
The analytical model is 2.3Ghz with 8 cores and 16GB of RAM, and calculates the AMD Radeon Pro 5500M with 4GB of GDDR6 memory, it is a "top" model for base configuration. These days here we have already seen Apple's interest in it Modifying this model is a tool for content creators: brightly, and powerfully, it's a total thrill to edit a video from it (let's not forget the largest screen that keeps the wings). When familiarizing with Final Cut Pro, the times provided are very short: in my tests with Final Cut Pro X and the BruceX test I reached in about 15,37 seconds on average – a standard desktop program rather than a laptop. Without a doubt, the making of the Catalina in Catalina helps a lot with this development.
This MacBook Pro is designed to be a useful tool for content creators: almost everything is developed thinking about them
The various improvements It's also useful every day if you're a web app developer: basically, we'll have more ability to do it multiple parallel calculation for a limited time, which will significantly reduce the compilation time of projects in Xcode – even in installation models. Here it is not so easy to look at graphics as in processors and RAM (especially if we are going to work on large projects). RAM and hard drive are sold on-board – one of sacrifices of this design – so I recommend investing in RAM for purchasing and reducing it to the hard disk, since it can always be supplemented with an external drive.
Although it is not a computer intended for gaming, it is clear that we can also make time for our hobby using the development of image capacity and power With new processors. I had the opportunity to try out the latest Tomb Raider and the ubiquitous Fortnite, which worked without any major issues in high resolution and specification. Catalina and very easy connect the Xbox or PS4 controller, so we can take our passion for video games wherever we go with this Mac.
Specifically these games will work for program for new fans who has this model: Apple has improved the stain by introducing some metals to enhance the addition and adding some of it to facilitate the transfer of hot and cold air. Had to do it from construction enhances the coolness of Intel processors It is not intended to be confined in a tight space thus avoiding problems.
The fans are more active and quiet in everyday life, due to small design changes in the colors
On a day-to-day basis, I noticed some differences in fan activation, which occasionally they are understandably more intelligent. With larger lines, it's a quiet pattern even though we compare it to other MacBooks. By using the temperature measurement tool, I find that the temperature detection looks very controlled: fans better adjust their transition to the need for dissolution and it looks like they are doing it very successfully, albeit not a major change. As fans are made to a higher level in critical situations, the sound is similar to the one we already had in previous versions.
Apple's new leather case is only made for the 16 ”MacBook Pro is a perfect accessory for moving and using.
If you are going to use a laptop on trips, airports, etc. When you think you will have to have it on your knees, I recommend you buy it Apple's new leather case Designed for this Mac specifically: it's lightweight and works to protect it properly and efficiently, but also to use it as a base in these situations (It helped a lot).
Abnormal noise and a developing battery
As I mentioned at the beginning of this article, Apple has wanted to motivate users to upgrade the key features that this generation-focused laptop has to content creators: one of the most surprising changes is that improvements to the speaker system far beyond any other AppleApp has been released so far, with the quality that even at first glance has left the whole media in awe. The meaning and power of sound quality It shows even in complex places such as offices, airports, outside … and even then, it sounds pretty cool.
The sound system is the best that Apple has ever built on any of its devices, even in a noisy or outdoor environment
I've tried them these days in between conference calls via FaceTime or Skype and it's a real pleasure How it sounds Undoubtedly this is one of the most important changes not only for audio professionals who want this quality, but also for video editors or content creators who do not need external speakers for their projects, wherever they are. Apple has and developed a microphone system so that it not only captures the conversations directly from the laptop with great quality, it also cancel the vibration of the device. During this time, i the answer based on company experience in World HomePods and AirPods when I put in this development. This is why the device business is “clothing, or accessories”It is very important: not only for economic efficiency no, and the interplay between the ecosystem.
As for the battery, the company provided this model for sizes permitted by the American FAA (management of your airline), 100 watts / hour, powered by the new 96W USB-C power adapter. In my daily tests, I managed to get up to 10-11 hours of usage and daily applications. If we use apps that require high calculations, or games, independence will be reduced by a few hours, depending on the is a well-developed Catalina software (such as Final Cut Pro, Safari or Quicktime) or not. It is my impression that the previous 15 "model improves for about an hour, which, given the improvements in power and graphics, is a good milestone.
MacBook Pro experience, upgraded
Apple wants to leave a few things in the way with this new 16 ″ MacBook Pro: it has listened to the users and improved all the points that make the new model important. After using it for a month, I think it's one of the best generations a Mac laptop has ever had, for a decent starting price – remember to keep that for the previous generation, without having to extend it – but it does offer features that eventually should be worth the distance.
The base model starts at € 2699 and is the best machine to pass has a whole range to offer: an improved approach to content creators makes the whole collection more rounded, lacking perhaps the most needed restores the FrontTime camera or record the content directly from the laptop and so forth unlikely Apple still maintains 720p.
In short a very round model in its standard and one of the best generation We have had it in recent years, with a mature design and benefits and a great renewal for those who need that extra energy, quality and comfort in their day to day, inside and out of the home or office. No doubt it is the MacBook Pro experience what we've all been waiting for, please – is finally strong.
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