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Hi Everyone,
I want to know that should I purchase Macbook pro 2024 version with 24 GB Unified Memory + 512 GB SSD or wait for 2025/26 Macbook version
About me, Security Engineer role and i want to use macbook pro for personal use like learning and practising for cloud security , docker, kubernetes, bug bounty, AI Security, devsecops , python + golang automation and even making youtube video in future and Red Teaming as well
So Please suggest me
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So I’ve been eying up a used 2021 14” MacBook Pro (M1 Pro chip, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) for around £700 give or take. I’m wondering if that price is worth it or if I should get something else.
I’ll mostly use it for uni work (research, writing), browsing, and photo and video editing. I’m planning to use it for the next 4-5 years minimum, maybe longer.
My current one is a MacBook Pro from 2017 and it’s kinda struggling, especially when it comes to the battery, so I’m looking for a good upgrade.
Would you recommend I buy the Pro for that price and my use case?
Thanks in advance!
Edit: Here are the specs: MacBook Pro 14-inch (2021) - Apple M1 Pro 8-core and 14-core GPU - 16GB RAM - SSD 512GB
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I need to upgrade my 2018 intel Macbook Pro. If a new model was to be released in October-ish, I would regret updating at this point of the year. If Apple aren't releasing a new model until early 2026 though, I would prefer to upgrade now rather than wait. Are Mark Gurman's predictions usually accurate? Are most rumours still favouring an early 2026 release now for the M5 Macbook Pro's? Thanks.
I’m a heavy Logic Pro user and I’m already hitting the limits of my MacBook Pro M1 with 8GB RAM. I found an EXCELLENT deal on a MacBook Pro M1 Pro with 16GB RAM. Is it still worth it in 2025? Or should I save more money and go straight for the M4.
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What's your honest opinion on the need for Mac book pro vs a really high end Windows laptop like Dell XPS or any other similar high end models? Is MBP still the fastest to load multiple apps and run memory heavy programs like editors/ IDEs?
Need laptop for general use is it good deal and worth to buy in 2025 ?
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I'm a computer science student who does software/AI work in university. I currently use a 13" 2020 Intel MacBook Pro. It's getting a bit sluggish for doing the AI training and software work I do. I want to get a new MacBook Pro, so I'm considering get one after WWDC in June this year when they update it. However, I've seen the rumors saying 2026 will be a big year and they'll make the laptop thinner and get rid of the notch. That's very tempting, and I think I might be able to wait one more year for it.
https://9to5mac.com/2025/03/30/redesigned-macbook-pro-2026-upgrades/
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You can pick up this device for only $1349 right now.
And no, i will not be listening to the "just spend over double on the m1" cause yes, i know the m1 is much better in basically everything but then again it is over double most of the time,
How usable is this laptop for:
1: Day to day performance (Chrome, Powerpoint)
2: How is battery life
3: any cons if any are present
I would only ever use it for super basic tasks, I'd also have a year of warranty on it if thats important.
(I'd be getting the i5 5tth gen 2.7 ghz 8gb 256gb variant)
thank you to the answers if there are any!
Looking to purchase a 2019 macbook pro 16” (i7). Anyone knows if it still holds up well in 2025? Renewed ofc. Getting this for around 450$ btw
Hi everyone,
I’m thinking about buying a used MacBook Pro 16'' with the M2 Max chip (38 core GPU, 32GB Ram, 1TB), and I found one at a really good price. I’m not completely sure whether it is still worth buying, especially now that newer models are available.
I’d like to hear your thoughts on two things.
First, is the M2 Max still a good choice in 2025? Do you think it’s powerful enough for professional work such as video editing, 3D work, or development, or would it make more sense to wait or invest in something newer?
Second, how many years of macOS updates should I realistically expect if I buy it now? I’m trying to understand how long it will be supported so I can decide if it’s a good long-term purchase.
Any opinions or experiences with the M2 Max would be super helpful. Thanks in advance!