Apple MacBook Pro (2016)

Apple MacBook Pro (2016)

Apple MacBook Pro (2016)

Apple MacBook Pro (2016)

Apple introduced three new models of its MacBook Pro at today’s event. Two of those models feature the company’s new Touch Bar, a multi-touch OLED bar which replaces the function keys and also contains a built-in Touch ID sensor. Touch Bar is essentially a thin, full-color touchscreen that can perform many functions based on software — it also offers quick access to commands, function “key” access, predictive text suggestions, and more. The 13” MacBook Pro with Touch Bar ($1,799-$1,999) features a 2.9GHz dual-core Intel Core i5 processor, Turbo Boost up to 3.3GHz, 8GB 2133MHz memory, 256GB or 512GB PCIe-based SSD, Intel Iris Graphics 550, and four USB-C Thunderbolt 3 ports, which can be adapted to support power, Thunderbolt, USB, HDMI, DisplayPort, and VGA with the correct dongles. The 15” MacBook Pro ($2,399-$2,799) offers a 2.6GHz or 2.7GHz quad-core Intel Core i7 processor, Turbo Boost up to 3.5GHz or 3.6GHz, 16GB 2133MHz memory, 256GB or 512GB PCIe-based SSD, Radeon Pro 450 or 455 with 2GB memory, and the four Thunderbolt 3 ports. Optional upgrades, such as a 1 or 2TB SSD, will increase the price dramatically — when selecting all possible top-of-the-line options, the 15” Pro actually tops out at $4,299, not including any extra pre-installed software.

There’s one more MacBook Pro ($1499) model, as well — a 13” entry model that lacks the Touch Bar and Touch ID, instead coming with typical function keys. That model comes with a 2.0GHz dual-core Intel Core i5 processor, Turbo Boost up to 3.1GHz, 8GB 1866MHz memory, 256GB PCIe-based SSD, Intel Iris Graphics 540, and just two Thunderbolt 3 ports. All models boast improved speakers, a larger Force Touch trackpad, and a second-generation “butterfly” keyboard. The MacBook Pro comes in silver or space gray, and includes a 61W (13”) or 87W (15”) USB-C Power Adapter, and a 2m USB-C Charge Cable. The entry-level non-Touch Bar model ships today, while the other models will ship in two to three weeks.

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Phil Dzikiy

Phil Dzikiy was the Editor-in-Cheif at iLounge. He mostly edited and oversaw all site editorial content, managed staff and freelancers, made the final call on product review grades and awards, and led online coverage of all Apple events and live coverage of the International CES in 2015.