1) $1100 from Apple: New 13" MBP non retina (2012 model), 2.5ghz i5 500gb SATA 4gb RAM
2) $1000 used (like new supposedly): 11" MacBook Air (latest model), 1.7ghz i7 128gb SSD 8gb RAM
Quick facts about my needs: not really a heavy user, will b main computer for everything, resolution argument is moot to me, will b running Traktor, I do have plans to get into production (beginner, leaning towards Reason), I have an external 1Tb that I carry with me all the time, hmmm I value portability, checked out both and enjoyed both equally.
All in all, leaning towards the MBA. I know the MBP can be upgraded (RAM and SSD) down the line. But I just can't seem to get away from the long lasting battery of the Haswell along with the value/deal I'm getting on the MBA. I think the way the MBA is specc'd, it's pretty future proof.
I've read all the threads on here talking about MBP vs MBA. Budget is $1100 or less. I've gone through various options checking refurbs vs student discount new prices and these are my top two choices. Sound off!
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