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Apple MacBook Pro 15-inch (2006)

Apple MacBook Pro 15-inch (2006)
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alaScore 81

353 reviews

Apr, 2024

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 353 reviews of Apple MacBook Pro 15-inch (2006). The average rating for this product is 4.5/5, compared to an average rating of 4.0/5 for other products in the same category for all reviews. Opinions about the energy efficiency and performance are overall positive. The portability and design are also appreciated. There are some mixed opinions about the usability, and the image quality and battery get negative reviews.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other products in the same category the Apple MacBook Pro 15-inch (2006) is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 81/100 = Very good quality.

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Consumer review (amazon.co.uk)

Amazon.co.uk review summary for Apple MacBook Pro 15-inch (2006)

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 3 user reviews of Apple MacBook Pro 15-inch (2006) from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 3.7/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other products in the same category on Amazon.co.uk.

67% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

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Amazon.com review summary for Apple MacBook Pro 15-inch (2006)

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 287 user reviews of Apple MacBook Pro 15-inch (2006) from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.6/5, compared to an average user rating of 3.9/5 for other products in the same category on Amazon.com.

94% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

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Expert review by : Cisco Cheng (pcmag.com)

Apple MacBook Pro (15-inch)

 

The Intel-based MacBook Pro (15-inch) is a big deal for most consumer Mac users, with improved performance and beefed-up multimedia capabilities, but professionals should hold off until essential software packages are updated to work with its Intel...

Intel components improve speed. Added FrontRow multimedia interface and remote. Integrated iSight Webcam. Excellent software bundle in the iLife '06 suite.

No improvement in battery life. Some multimedia applications that aren't universal binary will run more slowly on Intel-based Macs. System runs hot. One-button mouse. Only two USB ports. Dual-layer DVD support is gone.

my one complaint about the design is that it still has a one-button mouse. sure, you can hold down the ctrl key and the mouse button to get right-click effects, but if the usb mighty mouse has added left and right click buttons, i expect something...

Mar, 2006
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Expert review by : Dan Ackerman (cnet.com.au)

Apple MacBook 2006 Model review: Apple MacBook 2006 Model

 

Cheaper than the MacBook Pro, with nearly comparable performance; great design; built-in Webcam and remote control; can run Windows XP via Boot Camp.

No ExpressCard slot or FireWire 800; lacks media card reader; only 90 days of toll-free technical support.

The new MacBook, updated to Intel's Core 2 Duo CPU, compares very favorably with Apple's high-end MacBook Pro line, offering premium performance at a reasonable price.

Nov, 2006
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Expert review by : Dan Ackerman (zdnet.com.au)

Apple MacBook Pro (15.4-inch 2.33GHz Intel Core 2 Duo)

 

If you've been holding off on making the leap to a MacBook because of the lack of Core 2 Duo processors, this new update adds the latest Intel CPUs and provides a great overall computing experience, albeit at a premium price.

Nov, 2006
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Expert review by : Jeffrey Smith (goodgearguide_com_au)

Apple MacBook Pro

 

Slim and sexy, Magnetic Power connector, iSight Webcam, Faster than previous models

Expensive, Poor Screen Resolution, Graphics need work

It's expensive, but the MacBook Pro offers better performance and speed than its predecessors and ships standard with a whole range of intuitive features

May, 2006
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Consumer review (newegg.com)

Great learn tool

 

I order it to learn Mac OS getting use to it big change from Windows XP but I must say it is fastand I may let my MS Windows go and stay with Mac

It is too bad that it came with a old OS had to upgrade to the newest one before I could install any thing

Aug, 2011
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Consumer review (epinions.com)

My Right Brained Mac Computer

 

I bought this computer when it first came out a few years ago. I have never regretted a moment of owning it. I also have a Dell PC laptop from work that I can use and it just doesn't work for me. The fact that the Mac is Window's based is a big ...

The finest computer that I've ever owned -- fun, intuitive, easy to use.

Battery life fair. Full charge is generally good for about 75-90 minutes of use.

Aug, 2008
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Consumer review (epinions.com)

PC is the past MAC is now!

 

After the very, very minimal learning curve from switching to a PC to a MAC you will never turn back. Switching to a MAC is the best thing any regular labtop user could do, it is worth the investment. Mac brings you the best of both worlds. Its work ...

Convienient, user friendly, work efficent, A+ entertainment

There is a learning curve when switching from PC

Jan, 2008
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Consumer review (epinions.com)

Simply supurb!

 

I spent a lot of time battling back and forth between the 15" and the 17" screen. I really wanted the compactness of the 15" but wanted the screen real estate of the 17". I'm so glad I went with the 17". I bought this machine because I do a lot of ...

Big screen. High resolution. Backlit keyboard. Great keyboard - easy and fast to type on.

Almost seems too big - but duh, it's a 17"-er.

Jan, 2008
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Consumer review (epinions.com)

The best computer ever (Almost!)

 

As a die hard PC user since the original IBM XT with MS DOS, I never thought I would get a Mac. However, I bought my first iPod about 5 years ago, and fell in love with the sexy design, ease of use, and the best in its class user interface. So, ...

Fast, Magsafe power adaptor, Spotlight search, sexy design

heat issues, lack of built in card reader, poorly placed power connector

Jan, 2008
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Consumer review (epinions.com)

PC User turned Mac User

 

My husband and I recently got two Apple MacBook Pro Notebooks. The product information is as follows: Mac OS X Version 10.4.10 2.16 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo Processor Memory: 1 GB 667 MHz RAM Startup Disk: Macintosh HD Apple Bluetooth Software ...

Easy to use, excellent customer support.

Not all programs are compatible with Macs yet.

Aug, 2007
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