Apple MacBook Pro (2008 Edition, 15-in, 2.5GHz) review

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What is it: Upgraded 15-inch laptop with multi-touch gestures

What we think: A solid, if predictable, upgrade to the MacBook Pro line

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Apple MacBook Pro (2008 Edition, 15-in, 2.5GHz) compared to other desktop replacement laptops

	Apple MacBook Pro (2008 Edition, 15-in, 2.5GHz)	Sony Vaio VGN-AR11S	HP Pavilion HDX9000	Asus Lamborghini VX2
Review date	14 Mar 08	24 Aug 06	1 Oct 07	19 Mar 07
Editor's rating	8.2	9.3	9.2	9.2
Price range	£1,599
Review summary	The new MacBook Pro is a solid, if predictable, upgrade to the line, but noteworthy for stealing the MacBook Air's best feature -- expanded gesture controls for the touch pad Read full review	The Sony Vaio VGN-AR11S is the best multimedia laptop on the market. It contains all you need for enjoying full high-definition video on its own screen or on a larger display. If you're backing Blu-ray over HD DVD this Media Center laptop comes thoroughly recommended Read full review	The HP Pavilion HDX9000 is simply the best desktop replacement multimedia laptop money can buy. If you're after a machine that is fast, attractive and still slightly portable, there are very few alternatives Read full review	Powerful innards and a sleek, sexy exterior make this the most desirable laptop we've seen in a long time. If you want a portable to impress, look no further Read full review
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