My new want is the MacBook Pro. I currently own a MacBook which is a great computer, but as you all know if you really want to be cool, you need the Pro version. Whenever I see people with the MacBook Amateurs, I honestly think, “Wow, that guy is not very serious. He only has a MacBook.” I don’t think I’m alone on this, I hope I’m not at least. I wonder if that’s what people think of me. Hmm. I suppose other times when I see people with MacBook Pros I think, “Wow, what’s that guy trying to prove?” But that’s something else. Anyways. Let’s look at the main differences.

• MBP has a dedicated video card for the gaming I’ll never do.
• MB has an integrated video card sharing memory with the main memory.
• MBP has an optional matte display.
• MB has a glossy display.
• MBP has a lighted keyboard which I would find very useful.
• MBP has a larger screen. 100px more height, 160px more width.
• MBP is aluminum.
• MBP has an express card slot.
• MBP has FW800.
• MB is a newer design.
• MB has the magnetic clasp.
• MBP has the little button with hooking thing clasp.
• MBP has the multitouch trackpad.
• MB has a user replaceable hard drive.
• MBP has slightly better battery life.
• MBP is cooler than the MB. (I think Apple should restart doing the “What’s on your PowerBook” ads.)

The MBP is probably due for a more major redesign. It has essentially stayed the same since the Titanium PowerBook. It makes sense that Apple has stuck with this proven design. What other improvements can be made? My main thing right now is a user replaceable hard drive. I’ve heard rumors that new MBs and MBPs are introducing at WWDC. Maybe I’ll want the new MB by then. No, wait. I have to be cool and get the Pro.