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Apple Mac Pro (Two 2.26GHz Quad-Core Intel Xeon, Winter 2009)
THE GOOD: Best-in-class desktop design; interior makes upgrades and parts replacement simple; strong performance on HD video and 3D rendering thanks to new Intel CPU and faster RAM THE BAD: Relatively slow performance on programs such as Photoshop that rely on single-core CPU speed; we wish it had eSATA instead of FireWire 800 for external hard-drive connections. THE BOTTOM LINE: Apples new eight-core Mac Pro demonstrates marked improvements over the older model in high-intensity digital media and multitasking scenarios. We also love the design tweaks that improve on Apples already industry-leading sensibilities. Any Apple-bound design professional would welcome this new tool in his or her arsenal.
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