Apple has released the Macbook Pro 16″ with a starting price of P141,990 in the Philippines. The top model which features 8-core 9th-Gen Intel Core i9 with up to 4.8GHz boost, 16GB 2666MHz DDR, 1TB SSD will set you back at P165,990. While the official prices are confirmed already, there’s no firm release or availability date yet.
Apple MacBook Pro 16″ introduces updated processors with better thermal management, improved speakers, a larger screen that seems to be introducing a new category to the market, and a “new” keyboard that’s expected to reliably last. Outside the new features, you still get the same touch bar and touch ID support as well as the four Thunderbolt 3 ports. Colors come in Space Gray and Silver finishes.
While there are a few good things about the new MacBook Pro 16″, it’s the keyboard which is the most anticipated. After the butterfly mechanism went several iterations (and still receives complaints from users), Apple has finally thrown away the idea for a “new” design. The company has switched back to the old scissor-style keyboard. Apart from the better durability, the other difference is the key travel and feel. It should be significantly more responsive and springy to use this time around.
The base model features 9th-Gen Intel Core i7 with six cores to boot, turbo-boosting up to 4.5GHz. Graphics-wise, it uses AMD Radeon Pro 5300M.
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91 Club says:
Exciting updates on the Macbook Pro 16″! The new Magic Keyboard looks like a game-changer for typing comfort. I’m also curious to see how the 8-Core i9 performs in real-world tasks. P142K might seem steep, but for professionals and creatives, it could be worth every peso! Looking forward to more in-depth reviews.
dui Win says:
Exciting updates with the new MacBook Pro 16″! The inclusion of the Magic Keyboard and the powerful 8-Core i9 processor really elevates the performance. Curious to see how it stacks up against other options in the same price range, especially here in Manila. Thanks for the insights!
TuBiDy says:
Exciting news about the new Macbook Pro 16″! The upgraded Magic Keyboard is a welcome change, and the 8-Core i9 sounds powerful. Can’t wait to see how it performs in real-world usage. Definitely considering this as my next purchase, especially with that starting price! Thanks for the update, ManilaShaker!
y2MATE says:
Excited to see the new 16″ MacBook Pro! The upgrade to the Magic Keyboard is long overdue, and having an 8-core i9 option is definitely appealing for power users. Curious to know how it performs with demanding applications. Do you think it’s worth the starting price of P142K?
Poppy Chapter 3 APK says:
I’m really excited about the new MacBook Pro 16″! The “Magic Keyboard” sounds like a great improvement over the previous models, and the 8-Core i9 will definitely boost performance for creative tasks. Just wondering if anyone has thoughts on how the battery life holds up with the new specs?