Why no Firewire? Apple is touting this as a great new iteration of the MacBook series. It looks like a downgrade to me. There are those of us out here who just don't need the bells and whistles of the MacBookPro but still need a Firewire connection.Thanks Apple. Why no Firewire? Apple is touting this as a great new iteration of the MacBook series. It looks like a downgrade to me. There are those of us out here who just don't need the bells and whistles... » Read More Why no Firewire? Apple is touting this as a great new iteration of the MacBook series. It looks like a downgrade to me. There are those of us out here who just don't need the bells and whistles of the MacBookPro but still need a Firewire connection.Thanks Apple. « Show Less
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I would say this computer is not really not intended for audio or video editing, and that for the vast majority of users, the absence of Firewire is a non-issue. For even semi-serious video editing, I would want a much faster processor, much bigger and faster HD and a much bigger and higher quality screen. But as a highly portable, reasonably high-performance, super-slick computer, this things is sweet.
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Actually, Apple's removal of Firewire is a definite minus. There were many in the 'prosumer' crowd who liked doing audio and video work on Macbooks, now they can't because Apple wants to squeeze more money out of 'em by making them move up to the $2000 Macbook Pro.Don't believe the 'you can't do any video editing or audio work on a Macbook' silliness. I, and many others, have, and that USED to be one of the really cool things about the Macbook. But now it's neutered.
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Come on Sam, you love the new notebooks and you just don't know it yet. We feel like this at least two times a year. If they stopped making the good stuff we would really yell. Buy the one that you want and you will be happy again. Enjoy it now. You can't take it with you.
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Yes, it does come with a firewire cable. When I bought mine a couple of years ago, what was included was a 6-pin to 6-pin type (also known as FireWire 400-400), like this: http://www.showmecables.com/product/Firewire-6-Pin-to-6-Pin-Cable-IEEE-1394-3-FT.aspx I had to go to the Apple Store to buy a FireWire 6-pin to 9-pin (also known as FireWire 400-800) to connect it to my MacBookPro, but it may be that now it comes with the 6-pin to 9-pin type; I'm not sure about that.
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I don't know what firewire I need to transfer files---2006 imac mac OS X--10.6.8 and newer 2013 imac 10.10.1------so are both 800 compatiable or is the older a 400 firewire and the newer 800 firewire. Or is there a cable that will take care of both of them?
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I have upgrade both versions of the iBook and also the new MacBook. There is no comparison, the MacBook is the easiest Mac laptop ever for upgrading the hard drive. (The iBook being the worst!) You might need a Torx 8 (??) screwdriver, I can't remember now, but it was in my standard Mac toolkit. :-)
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Siska - my newest one just broke last week. Less than 6 months old. Losing count of how many this makes that I've shelled out good money for. Brand new each. I'm looking....I may be a fool, but I'm thinking of trying the wireless. Doubt it will be much better - Apple doesn't seem much interested in making decent, reliable keyboards or mouse for their MacBook Pro ---- and considering how much they both cost, why would they want to stop gouging the customers now when there is money to be made? I'll write a review when I get a wireless. I will warn you, however: I once tried a non-Apple wireless system, and it destroyed my macbook pro. I mean....ate it up. I had to send it away for serious repair.
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Yes you would need to purchase the firewire to thunderbolt cable. This adapter is Firewire 400 to 800. I know the adapter I have for my MBP with Retina it is Thunderbolt to Firewire 800.
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The Firewire model I purchased from Amazon is an older model that is being closed out. The newest model from WD is USB 3.0 and the newest iMacs are USB 3.0. My iMac is Firewire 800 and USB 2.0. I am very pleased with the WD drive and I use the Firewire cable(supplied) and the Firewire 800 port on my Imac.
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That's also what Apple said about USB 2.0, not compatible with USB 1.1. Apple was wrong. I have four Apple computers; two are on my desk right now. One uses 1.1 USB and the other uses 2.0 USB. I can use any USB accessories on either computer with no problem. All of my computers have Firewire, but 400. In your shoes, I would buy the 400 drive and if it didn't work, return it. Most things are backwards-compatible, you just won't be able to take advantage of the speed boost.
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Yes, at least mine were using Firewire. This one also has Firewire and a USB 3.0 port, while earlier models do not. That worked out great for connecting USB 3.0 to a new 5k iMac, which is faster than FW anyway; but my older ones cannot as the 5k iMac has no Firewire port.
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No. You'd need a Thunderbolt-to-firewire adapter, which Apple sells, in addition to a firewire cable such as this one. And I don't think any MacBooks used the mini Firewire connector, only the larger FW400 and the newer FW800 connectors. So this cable wouldn't help you at all.
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The next generation of mac minis (which should be here in maybe 6 months, no less than 4, if apple sticks to its rough routine of updates) will definitely not have an I5. Not even the 2 lower end iMacs have i5's.My guess is that when the iMacs get a processor upgrade, we'll see the mac minis get the next generation processors. Of course now with the new sandybridge chipset coming out, it'll essentially be an update to keep only 1 step behind the curve rather than 2...Still, for the majority of users, the core 2 duo's in the mac mini are decent enough. While the price-point and usage is insulting to customers, in reality most people overestimate how powerful of a processor they need. The next generation of mac minis (which should be here in maybe 6 months, no less than 4, if apple sticks to its rough routine of updates) will definitely not have an I5. Not even the 2 lower end iMacs have i5's.My guess is that when the iMacs get a processor upgrade, we'll see the mac minis get the next generation processors. Of course now with the new sandybridge chipset coming out, it'll essentially be an update to keep only 1 step behind the curve rather than 2...Still, for the majority of users, the core 2 duo's in the mac mini are decent enough. While the... » Read More The next generation of mac minis (which should be here in maybe 6 months, no less than 4, if apple sticks to its rough routine of updates) will definitely not have an I5. Not even the 2 lower end iMacs have i5's.My guess is that when the iMacs get a processor upgrade, we'll see the mac minis get the next generation processors. Of course now with the new sandybridge chipset coming out, it'll essentially be an update to keep only 1 step behind the curve rather than 2...Still, for the majority of users, the core 2 duo's in the mac mini are decent enough. While the price-point and usage is insulting to customers, in reality most people overestimate how powerful of a processor they need. « Show Less
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I just recently purchased a MacBook pro with a DVD burner. I asked at the Apple Store about the newest MacBooks and was told they no longer make them with a built in DVD burner. You have to purchase that separately and connect using the USB port.
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Don't get me wrong I think macbooks are a great computer and I own an early 2008 model. However, while these new aluminum look really nice and have new features such as trackpad, graphics card, etc....the price has gone up 20% over earlier 2008 macbooks with the same processor speed(checkout macworld's benchmarks). This is revision 1 of these new macbooks....thus you are going to pay top dollar for something that has a few known bugs already(screen, trackpad). Like anything else, you will get more bang for your buck if you wait until early next year when revision 2 comes out at cheaper price points. I love the macbooks but can't recommend this one to ppl based on value for your money. Not to mention apple's new improved snow leopard OS will be coming out mid next year too.
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I've been wondering that myself so I emailed customer service. The response I got back said she had confirmed it was shipping with iLife '08, but then as proof, she copied the details from the product page that said iLife '06. I wrote back asking for verification since there was the discrepancy. The next customer service person to answer couldn't even find the Macbook Pro and sent me a link to a Family Tree software product (???) and suggested calling Apple for help. I called Amazon customer service, but the person I spoke with also could only refer to the webpage and wasn't sure how recently their stock was purchased from Apple. Now, I love amazon as much as the next regular customer, but only being able to give me information I could already get myself is not my idea of helpful customer service! (I did try calling Apple, too, but as expected, they had no way of knowing how recent Amazon's stock is.) Anyway, sorry I don't have the answer, but if anyone else has purchased it recently, I'd be interested to hear as well.
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Yes. I connect mine to the Firewire on my 15" MacBookPro. I've got a 2TB that's used to back up my entire laptop, plus I created a second partition for old photos. Plus I don't keep the G-Drive on all the time. I turn it on every two days, run a backup, then turn it off.
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Did I read right? On this LaCie the USB 2.0 transfers at 480 mbs and the 400 firewire at 400mbs? This is in the spec section describing the product. I have a new MacBook Pro and had to use the USB cable since the 400 firewire LaCie cable would not fit the Mac's 800 port. I found that it transferred very fast. However I bought this for the firewire capability and expect to use it. When will LaCie make the 800 firewire, I wonder?
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It's now 12/28/07. So what's the situation w/ leopard etc? Has any one ordered a macbook from Amazon since nov 25th 07?Amazon.com? What's the deal with not stating what OS comes with the Macbooks you are shipping out? It might be actually causing drop in Macbook sales for you guys. Get with it and state that 'yes they do come with Leopard now!' I'd rather purchase from Amazon (less scary return policy) but I might have to order from Macconnection.com as the price is the same (actually with them you don't have go thru the hassle of the rebate as their price reflects $100 discount) and their site clearly states that they do come with Leopard and iLife 08.... It's now 12/28/07. So what's the situation w/ leopard etc? Has any one ordered a macbook from Amazon since nov 25th 07?Amazon.com? What's the deal with not stating what OS comes with the Macbooks you are shipping out? It might be actually causing drop in Macbook sales for you guys. Get with it and state that 'yes they do come with Leopard now!' I'd rather purchase from Amazon (less scary return policy) but I might have to order from Macconnection.com as the price is the same (actually with them you don't have go thru the hassle of the rebate as their price reflects... » Read More It's now 12/28/07. So what's the situation w/ leopard etc? Has any one ordered a macbook from Amazon since nov 25th 07?Amazon.com? What's the deal with not stating what OS comes with the Macbooks you are shipping out? It might be actually causing drop in Macbook sales for you guys. Get with it and state that 'yes they do come with Leopard now!' I'd rather purchase from Amazon (less scary return policy) but I might have to order from Macconnection.com as the price is the same (actually with them you don't have go thru the hassle of the rebate as their price reflects $100 discount) and their site clearly states that they do come with Leopard and iLife 08.... « Show Less