Apple launches new MacBook Pro laptops

Apple on Thursday introduced the latest MacBook Pro models. It is worth noting that this is the 25th anniversary of the company’s first PowerBook. The new MacBook Pro models were introduced at the company’s headquarters in Cupertino. The new MacBook Pro has a completely new design, faster components and a unique multi-touch screen controller. The 13-inch and 15-inch models are reported to be made available in the US within three weeks. Their prices are $ 1799 and $ 2399 respectively. In India, the price of the 13-inch MacBook Pro with Touch Bar and Touch ID will start at Rs 1,55,900, while the 15-inch model will start at Rs 2,05,900.

The most unique feature of the new MacBook Pro is the multi-touch control strip. Actually, it has now replaced the function buttons. Apple has named it Touch Bar. It is completely interactive and context sensitive. It shows many commands related to the system, and also adapts to different apps and workflows. During the launch, the company said that it also works as auto-completion of words, writing emails and filling tools. Apart from this, it can also be used during Photoshop tool selection, DJ mixing and video editing.

Moving the controls on the touch bar will make the app show content on the entire screen. Multi-touch gestures mean you can change the timeline as well. For those users who still love the function buttons, there are options available in the market. The price of the 13-inch model without a touch bar starts at $1499. The same model will be available in India for Rs 1,29,900.

The new MacBook Pro also features Touch ID sensors integrated into the power button. Apple also revealed a new chassis design that makes the 13-inch MacBook Pro smaller and thinner than the company’s 13-inch MacBook Air. The new speakers are also claimed to offer better sound. The speakers are now located on both sides of the keyboard.

Now let’s talk about the specifications. These include Intel Core i5 and i7 6th generation CPUs, 8GB or 16GB RAM and 256GB storage. The 13-inch model has a screen resolution of 2560×1600 pixels and has integrated Intel Iris 540 graphics. The 15-inch model has a screen resolution of 2880×1800 pixels and uses AMD Radeon Pro graphics.

The model with the Touch Bar has four USB Type-C ports that support USB 3.2 Gen 2 speeds along with Thunderbolt 3. The model without the Touch Bar has two ports.