It appears that Apple is ditching the remote control on the latest retina-display MacBook Pro. Our side-by-side comparisons yesterday revealed the new hardware doesn't have an infra-red receiver. The news compelled a reader to contact Apple's support service, which apparently confirmed that the accessory won't work on the new laptop. We'll keep you updated when we know more.

[Thanks, Robert]

Retina Display MacBook Pro lacks IR sensor, is Apple offing the remote? originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 12 Jun 2012 06:43:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.