It's not even that expensive, so it's a much easier product to recommend. Compare to the 2012 MBPr, a similarly innovative Apple laptop. The 2012 was $2,199 in

It's not even that expensive, so it's a much easier product to recommend. Compare to the 2012 MBPr, a similarly innovative Apple laptop. The 2012 was $2,199 in 2012 dollars (nearly $2,500 today). This is that kind of leap, and more. $999 (sometimes $899) is a bargain.