As always, it's only a matter of time before the guys at iFixit get to work on the circuit boards of a new device. Now the time has come - this is what the new MacBook Pro 13-inch 2019 looks like on the inside.
The new entry-level 13-inch MacBook Pro has been significantly redesigned. The device now has a Touch Bar with Touch ID. A True Tone display is now officially included. The MacBook Pro 13-inch was also given the well-known T2 security chip as part of the update and an 8th generation quad-core Intel processor was installed. The T2 co-processor is responsible for managing the SSD, encryption and the "Hey Siri" function, among other things. It also stores the biometric data from Touch ID. The price for the basic model is 1,499.00 euros and, like the MacBook Air, is primarily aimed at students - according to Apple. But what does it look like on the inside?
New modular components discovered
When you open the device, you'll see a slightly larger battery - this is a 58.2 Wh battery - the predecessor was equipped with a 54.5 Wh battery. iFixit suspects that the 2019 model can operate the Touch Bar, Touch ID and T2 chip with the same battery life of 10 hours. To make room for the Touch ID sensor next to the Touch Bar, Apple seems to have installed a slightly smaller heat sink - according to iFixit.
While the previous generation 13-inch MacBook Pro featured a modular SSD, the 2019 model now has its storage soldered on. However, there are some new modular components - including the Thunderbolt board and speakers. This configuration is in line with other recent MacBook Pro designs.
Not particularly easy to repair
As confirmed earlier this week, the new notebook features the same third-generation butterfly keyboard with updated material as the high-end models of the MacBook Pro 2019 series introduced in May, with Apple promising improved reliability in this case. The rating from iFixit is less surprising, because like most other modern MacBooks, this model also received a low repairability rating from the professional disassemblers due to the usual criticisms. These include, for example, the use of proprietary pentalobe screws, a glued-in battery and soldered storage and RAM. On the positive side, the trackpad can be replaced without coming into contact with the battery. Overall, iFixit gives the entry-level MacBook Pro 13-inch 2019 model 2 out of 10 possible points in terms of repairability. Amazon Prime Day 2019 – don't miss it 
