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Apple MacBook Pro

The good: New aluminum unibody construction looks good, feels solid; giant trackpad; attractive edge-to-edge glass on display; new dual graphics provide more power or more battery life.

The bad: All-clicking trackpad is a bit awkward, at least initially; the extra-glossy screen won't appeal to everyone; switching GPUs not as seamless as it should be; similar performance to the cheaper 13-inch MacBook; still no media card slot.

The bottom line: Apple's redesigned 15-inch MacBook Pro boasts a redesigned aluminum body that's stunning, thin, and sturdy; a new trackpad with expanded functionality; and a dual graphics setup for either longer battery life or better performance, but there's now less incentive to spend extra for it because its 13-inch mainstream cousin received a greater overhaul.

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Sony Vaio VGN-AW17GU/Q

First take

Before you get any ideas, the latest Sony flagship desktop replacement is not for everyone. Sure, its powerful graphics card allows for gaming, while the generous full-HD screen coupled with Blu-ray drive make for an excellent movie experience. However, there are much cheaper, feature-packed options like the Asus G70 for gaming and Toshiba Qosmio G50 for home entertainment. But for digital professionals doing photography, video or design, the Vaio AW's screen and software bundle makes it a must-have for this group of users.
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Asus G70

First take

Gamers rejoice. There is another desktop replacement other than the Dell XPS M1730 to come equipped with dual graphics cards. Those on a budget will still probably go for the latter as it has a much lower starting price at S$3,299 (US$2,374.75) compared with the S$4,998 (US$3,597.75) G70. However, Asus' latest gaming rig combines powerful performance with gamer-friendly features to give it a serious edge over its competitors.
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