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  1. L

    Replace a Late 2015 iMac with a MacBook Pro?

    Looking for some advice on replacing my workhorse iMac with a MacBook Pro. I work in video and animation and now need to be able to work mobile. My iMac is a late 2015 27” 5k model with the 3.2 i5, AMD M390 2GB, 1TB fusion drive and 32GB ram. I would be looking at buying a used 15” MacBook...
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    Issue upgrading MBP from Yosemite to Mojave

    I have a friend of mine who has a 2015 15in MacBook Pro. She still has the original Mac OS Yosemite installed & the Apple ID she used in the past cannot be recovered via yahoo email. You need to log in to the app store to download/install the new OS. So since we were unable to recover the...
  3. Jollyvideos

    Make the LCD panel of the iMac 2015 27 "5K external :(

    Hello everyone, My name is Giovanni. For days I've been looking for a solution to this problem anywhere on the net and at this point I would like to address you to the community. My iMac 27 "2015 has been around for some time but I got its LCD that works perfectly and is also always a...
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    Upgrade from SATA to SSD/Flash Hard Drive for Late 2015 21.5" iMac

    Upgrade Late 2015 21.5" iMac from SATA to SSD/Flash Drive. Back up system with Time Capsule or some other form of backup. I recommend the following equipment and how to video. This flash hard drive: Crucial MX500 1TB 3D NAND SATA 2.5 Inch Internal SSD - CT1000MX500SSD1(Z) (amz0n for $135)...
  5. alex87f

    Macbook pro 2015 13" - is it still relevant?

    Hello guys, I have a 9550 FHD XPS 15, which works but doesn't really live up to my expectations. Having had a 2010 MBP before, I'd like to go back the "just works" type of operation I've always had on my MBP. I was initially looking at touchbar 2018 13" MBPs but the recent slew of "-gates"...
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    2015 Macbook Air keyboard and trackpad issues

    Hi All! I just purchased a used 2015 Macbook Air i7/8gb/512 and am amazed at how much quicker it feels than my 2011 i5/4gb. Well worth the upgrade! While the performance feels quite good, there are two things about the 2015 that I definitely don't like as much as my 2011 - the keyboard doesn't...
  7. Adam1988

    Why does my MacBook Pro won’t turn on?

    Hello everyone!!!, Can someone help me verify the issue? I got a MacBook pro from 2015 or 14 amd it was working completely fine but then it stopped working suddenly. All i know is that I troubleshooted everything 10 seconds leaving the power button pressed but the sleepying light turned on...
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    Early 2015 MBP 13" - Keyboard/Trackpad issue. WEIRD

    Hi guys, I got a Macbook Pro in where the Keyboard and Trackpad would not work intermittently (most of the time, actually). External keyboard and mouse work fine. I swapped out the trackpad cable for a new one. - The computer now wouldn't turn on using the power button (BUT THE POWER BUTTON...
  9. Fun.gus

    $520 MacBook 2015 1.1 worth the buy?

    Hi all, So I have gotten the opportunity to buy a second hand MacBook 12" 2015 1.1 256 gb for 520 dollars. It will be for my girlfriend who is currently using the MacBook Air 2015 1.6 4gb 128gb. She uses the air everyday and is happy with its performance. I would please like some advice as to...
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    Troubleshooting the I/O card (MBA not booting)

    Hi, I'm working on fixing my sisters Macbook Air A1496. I already opened it and tried a few things such as disconnecting and replugging the battery. The issues are as following: It wont boot (possibly due no power) It wont charge and already bought a new official charger, there is no LED...
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    2015 MBP SSD Upgrade?

    I'm interested in an SSD upgrade for my 2015 rmbp 8/256. There appear to be upgrade options from OWC and MCETech respectively: https://eshop.macsales.com/shop/ssd/owc/macbook-pro-retina-display/2013-2014-2015 https://store.mcetech.com/mm/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Product_Code=1TBPCIESSD-2015...
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    Need advice between two used 2015 MBPs with AppleCare

    Experiencing some indecisiveness here.. Both Macbook Pros are the 15.4" mid-2015 model with 16GB of RAM. Option A: 2.8GHz, AppleCare until May 2020 Option B: 2.2GHz, AppleCare until Oct 2018 The difference between the two laptops is $600. I know AppleCare is only $349 and that in general the...
  13. katp97

    MacBook Pro 2017 vs 2015

    Hey guys, I am in need of some buying advice. I'm only borrowing my current 2014 MacBook Pro and as I'm in senior year of high school and planning to attend university next year, I need something for myself. I'm looking at two options: 1. 2015 MacBook Pro 13", 2.9 GHz/ 8gb RAM/ 512 gb SSD –...
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    MacBook Air (2017) vs MacBook (2016/17)

    Hi guys. I have a problem. I cannot decide which one to buy. I'm looking for a used mac up to $800. For that price I can buy used MacBook Air 2017 on craigslist, or sometimes even new (BestBuy discounts) or MacBook from 2016 or sometimes 2017. In most cases MB is around $100 more expensive than...
  15. drfunk1986

    Ideal iMac for Video Editing

    I've been told both various people that if I want to do heavy video editing to simply build a PC however I'm still trying to find a work around due to the fact I have a iPhone 8plus and a 2015 MacBook Pro. I feel I want the 5K 27-inch 2015 iMac i7 for my desktop workstation but what's the...
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    Is the 2015 MBP with M370x worth it?

    I'm looking to purchase a 2015 Macbook Pro 15". Currently deciding between the 2.2Ghz w/integrated gfx versus the 2.5Ghz model with the M370X. Question for those with experience, is the M370x dGPU a significant upgrade, and how does it affect the fan noise/heat versus the standard spec. Thanks!
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    Built-in Keyboard and Trackpad not working

    Hi, I have a Macbook Pro Retina, Early 2015, and I've been running into some problems lately. The built-in keyboard and trackpad isn't working, and I really need it working since I use it for uni. I've checked mostly everything, done anything within my power. I'm too afraid to open it up and...
  18. Lion_Mini_Yosemite_rMBP

    Poor Standby Time on 2015 rMBP "13?

    I recently had my MacBook Pro asleep for three days straight after fully charging, wifi off, and all applications closed. When I woke up my computer, my battery was down to 73%. Apple's official tech specs note that this machine should be capable of 30 days of standby time, not the 12 that I'm...
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    External Monitor recommendation for MacBook Pro early 2015

    As the title, any recommendations? A little tight on budget and I'm not sure that most third party monitors are well adapted to Apple. I've tried an Asus 27" 4k monitor with DisplayPort to thunderbolt 2 but on that resolution the images were minuscule.
  20. analysis230

    MacBook Pro Mid-2015 Split 3.5mm Jack for Mic Stopped Working

    Hello everyone, I have a 15inch 2015 MacBook pro, MJLTHN/A. I used to use it with a 3.5mm jack splitter that allowed me to plug in a separate mic and a separate pair of earphones. I didn't use it for 2-3 months. I had lost the splitter and didn't bother to find it. I ordered a new splitter...