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Veronica B.Sydney, NSW
- 3 reviews
Not good as my old MacBook
A little disappointed because the keyboard had problem and also the replacement of that caused other problem. I hope they will fix it because I was so happy with the old MacBook that lasts for 6 years!
Purchased in June 2021 at Apple Online store for A$2,000.00.
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Charles C.Sydney, NSW
- 7 reviews
- MacBook Pro with Retina Display 13-inch 2017 (without Touch Bar)
- Verified purchase
Excellent product
I’ve wanted a MacBook for a while now because of the build quality and the simplicity of the OS. I spend an average 6 hours a day using it for college and the battery still has a fair charge left. The screen looks great. Apple does a great job of integrating their products. Being able to unlock my laptop using my watch is great. It’s pricy, but I guess you’re also paying for the brand.
Purchased in April 2021.
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ErwinSydney, NSW
- 10 reviews
Good dependable laptop for everyday use.
Use it mainly for music editing, email and internet browsing. I bought it refurbished at the apple store and it does have a good battery life and speed. Been using it for two years now.
Purchased in August 2021 at Apple Online store for A$2,700.00.
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AkashSydney, NSW
- 4 reviews
- MacBook Pro with Retina Display 13-inch 2017 (without Touch Bar)
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Overheats but amazing
This laptop gets hot. I mean burning hot. But everything else is pure genius. This laptop is my daily driver and the laptop I'm using to write this review. Software and hardware side I've had no issues except that my butterfly keyboard sometimes gets stuck. Other than that it runs Mac OS which is amazing and everything is lightning fast, just the way it should be.
Purchased in June 2021 at Apple Store Australia for A$1,900.00.
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HCMcFinleyAdelaide
- 22 reviews
- 1 like
Best laptop I have owned
The design for this laptop is light and compact, which is an essential factor for those having to carry a full backpack. In terms of functionality, it operates much faster than other laptops I have owned (all with Windows operating systems), and throughout the 2 years of use, it has not exhibited one single glitch. Personally, I find it quite sturdy as no noticeable damage has been caused by rough handling - I frequently put it into my unpadded bag (without a case) and then sometimes accidentally set the bag quite firmly on a hard floor, as wel...Read more
l as leaving it in a hot car repeatedly. During operation it is whisper-quiet, and I have not yet noticed it emitting a high amount of heat, an attribute which differs from all my previous laptops. One other noticeable difference is that following a fairly quick charge, it has an impressive ability of maintaining battery life. However, the most striking difference between this MacBook and all my previous laptops and computers is that it has not lagged in terms of function in any way over time.Purchased in January 2021.
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JohnSydney, NSW
Expensive repairs
When it works it's great but when you need repairs $$$$$$ so expensive . Much better off with most other computers with a good ssd drive. Not worth the money and since Steve jobs isn't around service is also gone. Unfortunately now it's a run around to get anything sorted . Screen from $800 to $1100. Once kids done at school will be happy never to see another apple product and we have 5 loads 3 iPhones MacBook pro.....
Purchased in July 2021 at Officeworks Online store for A$1,800.00.
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StepheatsLaunceston, TAS
- 4 reviews
Would not use any other brand of computer
This is the second Macbook I have owned, my first having lasted from 2012-2017 and only broke because I dropped it and cracked the screen. As a full time engineering student a reliable computer is a must, and I can safely say this is very reliable. It is fast, ergonomic, well designed and overall one of the best laptops available.
Purchased in March 2021 at JB Hi-Fi.
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pgeeeMelbourne
- 19 reviews
- 5 likes
- MacBook Pro with Retina Display 13-inch 2017 (without Touch Bar)
- Verified purchase
Works as it should but wait !
So the item works fine, not fast or slow, just another computer, albeit costing more than the equivalent power windows notebooks. But I learned today the SSD is vulnerable to breaking down. Mass Recall !
My other macbook pro had a cracked screen because it had a sheet of paper in it when it was closed once. That cost 700 dollars to replace. Seems the screens are very fragile along with the SSD.
Giving it one star because of above
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ChrisAdelaide
- 3 reviews
Excellent product, however quite overpriced!
I have been a mac user for years, so buying another macbook was a simple decision. This laptop is definitely a step-up from the previous macbook pro with retina display from previous years. It took a little while to get used to the thin keyboard, however now I actually think it is easier to type on. My complaint is that this product is far too expensive for the components it has.
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Liam DAU
- 33 reviews
I honestly can't fault this
Purchased this in December 2017 after being fed up with my slow Lenovo Windows laptop. Yes, it's price is hard to swallow, but it's made up for in performance, design, build quality and of course, the software. If you are in the Apple ecosystem, the MBP will be a no-brainer! Even without owning other Apple products (at the time of purchase), this was still on my 'to buy' list. Some would say that I should've coughed up for the Touch Bar, but I think it's unnecessary (base model is fine). One thing to note is it doesn't have your traditional por...Read more
ts- instead the base model comes with 2 Thunderbolt 3 (USB C type) ports, which you'll need an adapter for if you want to plug basically anything in. This is something I'm willing to deal with though as the MacBook Pro is a great, reliable laptop capable of achieving what I want to achieve. I would consider myself to be somewhat impatient when it comes to load times- and I can testify that that isn't an issue with this laptop. Everything loads in an instant- it will most certainly outperform any Windows laptop you've probably owned. Boot times are also excellent thanks to its fast SSD (which comes in configurations of 128, 256, 512GB or 1TB). Overall, this is a great laptop I'd recommend in a heartbeat!Similar opinion? Write a review on ieatwords.com.au!
DarwinSydney
Crashed after 3 months
Bought this Mac Pro for my daughter for her uni and it crashed after 3 months during her exams week. She has to wait for 5 working days before it will be fixed even with warranty and apple care on it. we end up buying another laptop to get to her exams week. NEVER AGAIN
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Alberto6439South East Queensland, QLD
- 24 reviews
- MacBook Pro with Retina Display 13-inch 2017 (without Touch Bar)
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By far the best current design
The screen might not be 4k but the resolution is outstanding 2k is enough for a 13 inch screen, the keyboard feels solid can’t find a better one to compare the model I bought is customise with 16 Gb of Ram so the performance is impressive, it helps the apple apfs file system inside MacOs so the interface in my opinion is flawless, so light so compact I can’t find anything to whinge about I’m not a big fan of the usb type C but apparently is the future quite tiny for such capabilities, I’ve been working with Apple since 2000 I cannot expected less than this minimalistic and still powerful machine.
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JonBrisbane
- 5 reviews
- 1 like
- MacBook Pro with Retina Display 13-inch 2017 (without Touch Bar)
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Great laptop
This is a great laptop! I would recommend buying it. It is a bit expensive, but it's the best looking laptop. The good things about it include: Retina display, the soft feel of the keyboard and it's quick. Bad things that I have found include: it gets hot on my lap when watching videos and the battery drains pretty quickly.
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iddy
- 6 reviews
Reliable laptop that last a long time
Was looking for a replacement for my old broken MacBook which has lasted me for 5 years. This laptop is perfect for my use of browsing, watching movie and occasional video editing. It integrates very well with my iPhone, making my workflow very seamless. Battery lasts for 6 hours or so on normal use. Laptop also very light so it is easy to carry around.
The only complain I have is the lack of ports (only USB-C port), but a small price to pay for portability.
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AllenBrisbane
- 6 reviews
- 14 likes
Probably doesn't stand up to the macbooks of old, but still effective.
It's a nice laptop, but pricey. And for the price it doesn't exactly include top of the line specs. That being said, you can hunt down a bargain for one of these guys. I remember getting an air 13" in 2013 and it was actually better value than most any windows ultrabook out there when you were considering weight/size, battery life - which are probably the most key factors to an ultrabook. I find that this machine is heavier despite not really having an upgrade in hardware (i5 on both, no dedicated GPU), but it does feel a bit more solid. The sc...Read more
reen is definitely better with the retina, but it is at the cost of the battery life. The keyboard is amazing when it works, but if something gets stuck under it can jam it really easily, so best to get a cover. Still, at the end of the day, it works nice - and nice for those used to macs. Warranty/servicing is also much better compared to windows PCs.Similar opinion? Write a review on ieatwords.com.au!
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Louisa
- 5 reviews
- MacBook Pro with Retina Display 13-inch 2017 (without Touch Bar)
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Satisfied
More fashion than the original MacBook occupied Air use a lot, especially the new version of Lion 10.7, the radiating heat discharge more easily than the old one, excellent workmanship and gorgeous body design, the hardware configuration is also very awesome. The aluminium body has a very good texture, the screen does not say, the feel of the first class.
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JohnnyMaroochydore
- 6 reviews
- 1 like
Prefer the Air and it’s less
So I own both the air and MacBook Pro and love both but honestly the air is still fine and costs $500 less. Ideally Apple will release an upgraded air that’s even thinner and lighter again, but don’t feel you need the pro just because it’s newer and more powerful (the air can still do everyday tasks with ease and style!). Having made that point, the Pro is as you would expect a fine laptop with gorgeous display and I love using it. Downsides to be aware of are the USB C ports need an adaptor (but there are some for just a few $ online) and the keys are a bit more tappy sounding than the air.
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Element TechnologyBrisbane
- 4 reviews
- 4 likes
Honestly can't fault it
Everything about this computer is perfect! I need a computer that is reliable, light (as I'll be using it to complete my law degree in which entails travel) and fast. The MacBook Pro does not fall short of these expectations. Apple has excelled yet again! To complement Apple's outstanding products, the customer service is stellar as well!
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Thays BAU
- MacBook Pro with Retina Display 13-inch 2017 (without Touch Bar)
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Waste of money!!!!!
I hate this computer! I use it for programming and it started to freeze the screen, most of the times the fan is way too noisy and superhot! I just closed my mac on the night before and when I tried to turn it on this morning was a nightmare. I’m for one hour now waiting for this machine that is not even turning on, it is cooling down the heat and does not turn on! How come a pretty new computer does not turn on???
The worst money I spent in my life. Almost $3000 for this trash! I’m really disappointed because I just bought it 4 months ago...
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PrimMelbourne
- 7 reviews
- 2 likes
Perfect for media and visual communication subjects
I am a school student and use this for my subjects at school. This computer has an amazing track pad which means designing vector graphics, couldn't be easier. The Adobe programs run so well on it and overall it is a very smooth and easy to use laptop. It isn't very heavy and also the keypad feels so nice! I hardly have any crashes and if you're switching from a windows and scared you won't know how to use apple products, apple is much easier than any windows computer.
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