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Apple MacBook Pro 13-inch (2009)

Apple MacBook Pro 13-inch (2009)
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alaScore 85

1255 reviews

Dec, 2024

alaTest has collected and analyzed 1255 reviews of Apple MacBook Pro 13-inch (2009). The average rating for this product is 4.4/5, compared to an average rating of 4.0/5 for other products in the same category for all reviews. People are impressed by the screen and portability. The design and performance also get good feedback, but some have doubts about the connectivity. Reviews are divided on the price.

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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 13-inch (2009) is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 85/100 = Very good quality.

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Consumer review (amazon.co.uk)

Amazon.co.uk review summary for Apple MacBook Pro 13-inch (2009)

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 151 user reviews of Apple MacBook Pro 13-inch (2009) from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 4.5/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other products in the same category on Amazon.co.uk. People are impressed by the portability and design. The price and performance also get good comments, whereas there are some mixed views about the size. The reliability and image quality get negative comments.

usability, performance, price, design, portability

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95% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

Dec, 2024

Consumer review (amazon.com)

Amazon.com review summary for Apple MacBook Pro 13-inch (2009)

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 765 user reviews of Apple MacBook Pro 13-inch (2009) from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.4/5, compared to an average user rating of 3.9/5 for other products in the same category on Amazon.com. Reviewers really like the portability and price. The design and usability also get good views, whereas there are some mixed views about the reliability. Many are less positive about the touchpad and connectivity.

performance, usability, design, price, portability

connectivity, touchpad

90% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Dec, 2024

Expert review by : Andy Vandervell (trustedreviews.com)

Apple MacBook Pro 13in - 2009 Edition (MB990B/A)

 

We see if the newly refreshed 13in MacBook, now a MacBook Pro, is a discernable improvement over the original.

Non-user replaceable battery aside, it's difficult to find fault with the new 13in MacBook Pro. All the things that made it great in the first place remain, but they've been joined by highly desirable features like the FireWire port, SD card reader and...

Jul, 2009
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Expert review by : Chris Hall (pocket-lint.com)

Apple MacBook Pro 13-inch notebook

 

Apple announced the update to their MacBook line-up in June, and here we have the 13-inch model, which takes on the "Pro" moniker previously applied to its bigger brothers. It is the second iteration of Apple's unibody MacBook and brings with it a few...

Improved battery life, SD card slot, excellent display, excellent design and build quality

USB placement is still too close

The 13-inch MacBook Pro takes an already excellent machine and moves it a step further along. It satisfies the cries of those who last time around lamented the loss of FireWire. In its place we now have a non-replaceable battery, which no doubt will be...

Jul, 2009
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Expert review by : James Galbraith (techadvisor.co.uk)

Apple MacBook Pro 13in (Mid-2009) review

 

Unveiled at Apple's annual Worldwide Developer's Conference, the new 13in MacBook Pro has three new features that were not found in the aluminum MacBooks that have been replaced. First, the new 13in laptops use a longer-lasting, non-removable battery,...

With its lower price, the return of FireWire, longer battery life, better looking display and a new built-in SD Card slot that you can boot from, the newest member of the MacBook Pro makes an impressive debut.

Jun, 2009
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Expert review by : Stephen Dean (reghardware.co.uk)

Apple MacBook Pro 13in - June 2009 release

 

Apple gets it right this time around, with more realistic pricing and improved performance and features.

Although the unibody design is sleek and attractive, the original Aluminium MacBook definitely looked over-priced when compared to its white plastic counterpart. Apple has clearly acknowledged that mistake with this update, as the improved performance,...

Jul, 2009
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Expert review by : James Galbraith (techworld.com)

Apple MacBook Pro 13in (Mid-2009) review

 

The newest member of Apple's MacBook Pro line-up makes an impressive debut.

With its lower price, the return of FireWire, longer battery life, better looking display and a new built-in SD Card slot that you can boot from, the newest member of the MacBook Pro makes an impressive debut.

Jun, 2009
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Expert review by : James Hutchinson (goodgearguide.com.au)

Apple Macbook Pro (13in)

 

Apple's 13in MacBook Pro is the smallest notebook in the company's "Pro" range, but it still packs quite a punch. This laptop is a fantastic compromis...

Fantastic build quality and design, extremely long battery life, multi-touch trackpad, beefy processor and RAM options

RAM upgrades are expensive through Apple, no anti-glare display coating option, battery can't be removed

The 13in Apple MacBook has gone Pro, with more memory, beefier processors and an embedded battery that outlasts similar-sized notebooks we've tested. We would prefer an option for a more powerful graphics card though.

Jun, 2009
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Expert review by : Christopher Null (wired.com)

Review: Apple MacBook Pro 13-inch Notebook

 

Apple's 13-Inch MacBook Pro may be the smallest of the bunch, but that only makes its sturdy construction and dazzling performance that much more impressive.

Seriously solid unibody design shrunk downto more portable proportions. Dazzling performance for a machinethis small (just 4.5 pounds). SD card slot. Love the backlitkeys

Teensy keyboard, puny arrow keys.LCD could be brighter. Nonremovable battery doesn’t last “all day”as advertised (reality: not quite four hours with a DVD going)

Nov, 2009
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Expert review by : James Galbraith (pcworld.com)

Apple 13-inch MacBook Pro/2.53GHz

 

High quality display ; Improved battery life ; Bootable SD card slot ; Has FireWire 800 port

No video adapters or Apple Remote included ; No CPU or 7,200 rpm upgrade options available ; No matte screen option

Jun, 2009
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Expert review by : Cisco Cheng (pcmag.com)

Apple MacBook Pro 13-inch

 

New features and a bigger battery earn the Apple MacBook Pro 13-inch an Editors' Choice.

Very good processing parts for an entry-level machine. Unparalleled multi-touch gestures. Best-looking chassis in its class. Sturdy. Return of the FireWire port. Bigger, better battery life than its predecessor's. Lower prices. Backlit keyboard. Loaded...

Base memory is little low for this day and age.

Apple goes out of its way to emphasize the MacBook Pro 13-inch's green credentials, and we acknowledge them as well. Like its predecessor, the laptop is certified for Energy Star (in this case 5.0), EPEAT Gold, and RoHS. Incorporating an LED display...

Jun, 2009
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Expert review by : Klaus Hinum (notebookcheck.net)

Review Apple MacBook Pro 13 Mid 2009 2.53 GHz

 

MacBook 13 + Pro. Again at last, after a rebranding to Pro, the l

Excellent workmanship, stability and design; Improved display; SD cardreader and Firewire 800; Mostly very quiet

Heat development; Intensely reflective display; Sharp front edge

For Apple users of course clearly the lower-priced 2.13 GHz model and also the white MacBook.

Jul, 2009
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