Apple MacBook Pro 15" Retina Core i7 2.6GHz MLH32LL/A with Touch Bar, 16GB Memory, 256GB Solid State Drive (Renewed)

I've been using Macs exclusively since 2001, and this is the first time I've purchased one that wasn't brand new. I was on a bit of a budget after my previous macbook pro was stolen, so I opted for a renewed Macbook Pro, because my laptop doesn't really get the same amount of use as my Mac Studio, I just use it to play around on. I read through the reviews, and the purchase seemed a little sketchy, however, I decided to buy it because the good reviews definitely outweighed the bad, and should anything go wrong, there's a somewhat generous return policy.My experience so far:The laptop was carefully packed, and included the correct charger (off brand, but I don't care about that). It booted up immediately and had the most recent version of Monterey installed. I was pleasantly surprised at how nice it looked and how responsive it was - I mean, the computer is 6+ years old, I was expecting a beater.There are zero signs of wear anywhere, no scratches, no dings. The screen is bright and vibrant, the control bar works perfect. The keyboard doesn't feel quite as sturdy as my old macbook, but it's not enough to deter me from using it or make me want to leave a bad review. The battery charged to 100% in about an hour and seems to hold a charge very well.All in all, this gets 5-stars because it's worth every penny. It's a $700 Macbook pro that runs as-well-as any new mac. I know this because my wife has a 2022 Macbook Pro M1, we have a 2022 M1 Mac Mini, and my office computer is a 2022 Mac Studio. This laptop keeps up with all of them for regular use.

The media could not be loaded. I was quite surprised of what I received! Of course, I insured it through Assurion! The keys work great! In spite of the negative reviews, which I am very sorry about, this laptop kicks butt! It was amazingly clean! Yes! The top, exterior lid was very scratched! But, the interior portion was clean and not worn! Wow! 16 GB OF RAM AND 512 GB OF ROM AT i7 Core. It is not VERY FAST! But it is consistent. It automatically downloaded to Monterrey 12,7.6! I just ordered a Microsoft 365 software for it. It was a bit testy in signing into Apple, though. Very redundant steps to finally get accepted. I get one month free of Amazon Music! Nice! I must say, if I need to tap for the next page, you need to tap hard! Typing was a breeze! I will go much further and add to this review! Thank you. Ask any questions what comes to mind.UPDATE: I downloaded Office Home and Business 2019. I wanted a software that I did not have to keep renewing. As it is, THOSE prices keep going up! I signed into Microsoft and into office.com/ setup to upload the software. Again, there were extra steps you had to make. After uploading the software, now, you have to install it! I would prefer a DVD disc. But you are only given a product key these days. As for the touch pad, I can opt to use a mouse instead. Oh yes! The battery life is good. I was on for one hour while loading software. It used 11%. Not too bad! I know today’s laptop batteries are far better. But getting about three hours from this laptop is suitable for me.