A very nice downgrade!

A very nice downgrade!
Originally uploaded by Alejandro Ramírez

Sold my Mac Pro and got a MacBook. Yup, not a MacBook Pro, and so far I've been fairly impressed with its speed and nice features. It should be called the MacBook Pro Jr.

Highlights:
- 1066 bus speed
- DDR3 memory -whosh!-
- 802.11n WiFi access rocks!
- Weight and size feel great too
- It doesn't get unbearably hot
- Size of AC adapter is great
- Accessing the back for HD, battery and memory replacement is simple and includes clear instructions in user's manual.
- A 4GB memory upgrade was cheap and mostly noticeable in bootup time, launching apps and running VMWare Fusion along with other apps -Wow!-
- Not having the speakers on top makes it for better hands-free Skype calls
- Battery status indicator on the side vs. bottom is nicer
- Backlit keyboard is a very nice feature (only avail. In 2.4GHz model)
- Best of all, I saved some money :-)

Cons
- Battery life is average ~3hrs (compared to my previous laptop, a PB 12")
- The multi-touch trackpad is its major drawback to me... I have big hands so I constantly place my palm unadvertently and cause quirky behavior on my mouse pointer and random clicking and dragging stuff.
- The lack of locking mechanism on the lid feels weird, but that's just me.
- Only available in glossy screen finish, but can get used to it...

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