Apple launches new MacBook Pro laptop

Apple introduced the latest MacBook Pro models on Thursday. It is worth noting that this is the 25th anniversary of the company's first PowerBook. The new MacBook Pro models were presented at the company's headquarters in Cupertino. The new MacBook Pro has a completely new design, faster components and a unique multi-touch screen controller. The 13-inch and 15-inch models are reported to be made available in the US within three weeks. Their price is 1799 and 2399 dollars respectively. The price of 13-inch MacBook Pro with Touch Bar and Touch ID in India will start from Rs 1,55,900, while the price of 15-inch model will start from Rs 2,05,900.

The most unique feature of the new MacBook Pro is the Multi Touch Control Strip. Actually, it has now replaced the function button. Apple has named it Touch Bar. It is completely interactive and context sensitive. It displays many system-related commands and also adapts to different apps and workflows. During the launch, the company said that it also works with auto-completion, email composing and filling tools. Apart from this, they can also be used during Photoshop tool selection, DJ mixing and video editing.

Moving controls to the Touch Bar will cause the application to display content across the entire screen. Multi-touch gestures mean you'll be able to change the timeline as well. Users who still love function buttons. There are options available for them in the market. The price for the 13-inch model without Touch Bar starts at $1499. This model will be available in India for Rs 1,29,900.

The new MacBook Pro also has Touch ID sensors integrated into the power button. Apple also revealed its new chassis design, which makes the 13-inch MacBook Pro smaller and thinner than the company's 13-inch MacBook Air. The new speaker has also been claimed to provide better sound. Speakers are now present on both sides of the keyboard.

Now let's talk about specifications. These have sixth generation Intel Core i5 and i7 CPUs, 8 GB or 16 GB RAM and 256 GB storage. The 13-inch model has a screen resolution of 2560×1600 pixels and integrated Intel Iris 540 graphics. The screen resolution of the 15-inch model is 2880×1800 pixels and it uses AMD Radeon Pro graphics.

The model that comes with the Touch Bar has four USB Type-C ports that support USB 3.2 Gen 2 speeds along with Thunderbolt 3. The model without Touch Bar has two ports.