Apple Upgrades MacBook Pros

Apple updated its MacBook Pro line of laptops Tuesday, giving the computers slightly faster processors, more memory, and better graphics capabilities across the board.

The actual feature set of the MacBook Pro has not changed, and it still includes the 15 and 17-inch models with built in iSight, MagSafe Power Adapter, and 802.11 capabilities.

However, all models now come standard with 2GB of RAM, and include the NVIDIA GeForce 8600M GT as well. Consumers can select up to 4GB as a build-to-order option.

Intel's new Core 2 Duos based on its "Santa Rosa architecture" also are included at speeds of 2.2 and 2.4GHz for the 15-inch model and 2.4Ghz for the 17-inch.

The 17-inch models now have the option to be upgradeable to a higher resolution display capable of 1920x1000 resolution. 15-inch models come with a new LED-backlight display, which is now mercury free, the company said.

Consumers also receive more hard drive space as part of the refresh, with 120GB in the low-end model and 160GB for all others. Build-to-order options make it possible to upgrade to a 250GB hard drive.