MacBook Pro has a tenth-generation quad-core Intel processor with Turbo Boost up to 3.8GHz. A brilliant and colorful Retina display with True Tone technology for a more true-to-life viewing experience. A backlit Magic Keyboard and Touch ID. Fast integrated graphics. And the versatile Touch Bar for more ways to be productive. It's Apple's most powerful 13-inch notebook. Pushed even further.
Q: Is there a educators/students discount available with this MacBook Pro ?
A: Not true about the "must buy from Apple" response. BestBuy honors the Apple Education discount--but you might need to have the salesperson speak to their supervisor.
A: Sure. Excellent battery life, great screen, great keyboard, good durability and reliability. Most college uses will be fine with the base $1299 model. This model has extra internal storage and newer processors as well as right hand usb c ports to make the total 4 ports.
A: This i5 is a newer generation with a higher clock speed and more cores/threads.
A: No, you either need an adapter or a dock to access a memory card or usb flash drive. You can get one at most local or online retailers that sell electronics. Just make sure they are USB-C compatible. The Ports on all newer MacBook Pros are Thunderbolt 3 ports that will accept USB-C connections/adapters. The port specs have always been disclosed in pictures and description.
A: Yes it's great and it can work on it and super fast
Q: Does the new MacBOok Pro come with a CD drive and/or a USB drive for my memory stick?
A: No, you will need an adapter USB C to USB. This laptop ONLY has USB C ports.
A: The 13" i5 MacBook Pro (2020) with the 10th Gen Intel processor has the Core i5-1038G7 processor.
Q: Can you buy a certain model and then add extra storage if needed?
A: Not any more you can't. Older models yes, this model no.