Heads-up Apple fans: the popular Macbook range got an overhaul last night, with the launch of the new 13-inch Macbook and the 15-inch Macbook Pro. There was a tempting price cut, but more even more exciting are the eco-conscious tweaks that Apple has been working on for this new range of laptops.
So how are the new Macbooks greener than the old ones?
First, the new Macbooks are made from just one piece of aluminium. The 'unibody' (does anyone else start thinking leotards?) is more robust, thinner and lighter than previous housing. This is some how more environmentally friendly, which, when combined with the 30% less power sucked up by the display, makes it an eco-dream.
All the displays now feature LED backlighting, so there's less energy use and pretty awesome viewing. And, excellent news! It's arsenic free glass! Awesomeness.
And, since we're all feeling the pinch just now, what's the damage in these credit crunch times? The Macbook Pro starts at 1399 pounds, whilst the Macbook starts at 719 pounds - 350 quid cheaper than the previous model.
Is it time to switch to a Mac?
[Via Shiny Shiny]
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