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2018

  1. jusacruiser

    2018 MBP - 1 TB vs 2TB

    I am purchasing a new 2018 MBP. I typically do light video editing and office work. Some light gaming. I am trying to decide between 1 Terabyte and 2 Terabyte of storage. Please advise as to which amount of Terabyte Storage is necessary. Thanks!
  2. Glockworkorange

    13 inch 2018 Keyboard

    I picked up the 13 inch today. I spent all day typing on a 2017 15 inch. This keyboard feels better---a bit softer. Whereas the 2017 sort of feels like typing on concrete, the 13 inch 2018 has a bit more of a spring. It's still loud---I don't know what Apple considers softer or a different...
  3. cosolin

    New 2018 MacBook Pros-Downgrade to Sierra

    Looking to purchase a new, just announced, 2018 Macbook Pro, but am wondering about compatible OS. Comes preloaded with High Sierra, but given certain software we're still running, we would like to downgrade to Sierra OS. We've done this on 2017 machines, just wondering if the new machines can...
  4. Sovon Halder

    POLL :: 2018 MacBook Pro - Worth Upgrading from 2017 models?

    Is it ? This question represents use case of everyone in general. Not hardcore enthusiasts or professional cinematographers or 3D designers or something like that. The average use case of majority such as designers, developers, web video producers etc. P.S. If you have opinions about...
  5. C

    Canadian Shipping Times - 2018 MBP 13"

    Hi friends, I finally pulled the trigger on the 2018 13" MBP this morning (July 16). Opted for the 16GB RAM which seems to add an additional week on delivery time. I am really looking forward to getting this, so paid for the Expedited Shipping which estimated as "Delivers 25 Jul - 27 Jul by...
  6. Hooshka

    Can't install Mojave public beta on 2018 MacBook pro

    Just got a 15 inch 2018 MacBook Pro and went to install Mojave Public beta. When I click the download link in the App Store, it says "This version of macOS 10.14 cannot be installed on this computer." I registered the computer in the beta software program. Anyone have any ideas why it won't...
  7. M

    2017 Refurbished MBP or New 2018 MBP

    Hello everyone! I decided to stick to 13'' MacBook lineup but now I face another challenge... I have an option to either buy 2017 refurbished maxed out MacBook Pro or 2018 almost maxed out MacBook Pro. What should I get? (maxed out) Refurbished 2017 13'' MacBook Pro 3.5 GHz i7 Turbo Boost up...
  8. FilmIndustryGuy

    iPhone X Estimated cost for Used/New iPhone X 2017 when New Phones come out?

    I have an iPhone 6s+ which I try not to use much. I want to switch to a small screen and use my watch for mostly quick reference. Thinking of upgrading to the 2017 X of lower GB once the new ones come out. What is an estimate what it may cost used and new at end of this year? I dont want a super...
  9. M

    Does this geekbench rating tell us anything about future MBP updates?

    Came across this recently: http://browser.geekbench.com/v4/cpu/8493093 Does this tell us an update is coming shortly? I had been under the impression we wouldn't see any MBP updates in 2018 and possibly 2019.
  10. O

    Other Cameras in 2018 iPhones - Rumors, Predictions, Requests

    My roundup of leaked information, predictions and dreams: SENSOR SIZE Rumors have been floating around that iPhones may finally receive a larger image sensor. A dummy model for the single lens 6.1" iPhone has a bigger lens cover than the iPhone 7. https://bit.ly/2lgXkis The last significant...
  11. I

    FIRST MACBOOK PRO

    Hey all! I’m new to this forum and also Mac in general. I’m looking at buying my first MacBook Pro. I’ve decided I want the 2017 15” MacBook Pro Quadcore 16GB Ram with Radeon 560 graphics. But researching further I’ve seem rumours about the future Mac with coffee lake hexcore. I’m wondering if I...
  12. Sovon Halder

    Can't find an adapter for this external HDD

    7 years ago... I bought this 3TB Seagate GoFlex Desk USB 2.0 external drive (wall powered), which I didn't use at all in the last 5 years, until now. Last week I pulled it out and had to transfer about 500GB of data (4K UHD movies mostly) to this, from my 13" 2017 MBP TB. Took me 3 hours...
  13. A

    Photo Of The Day - June 2018

    Welcome to Photo of the Day. The POTD thread was started by iGary in May, 2006 and converted to a monthly thread in November 2007 by Arn. POTD is one of the most popular picture groups on MacRumors, often exceeding 500 posts and 20,000 views per month. Photo of the Day is intended to be a...
  14. A

    Weekly Photo Contest 23rd - 30th of May 2018 - Photography Is For Me...

    Okay, I've given this some thought throughout the day and here's what I've come up with for you all as the next weekly challenge... Show me what photography is for you. In a photograph. That is all. :D Okay, to make this a bit easier, maybe give me a sentence accompanying your image, so I can...
  15. Sovon Halder

    Which Monitor Should I Buy - mid 2018?

    I'm a designer / developer from India. I have a 2017 13" MacBook Pro Touchbar and a good Dongle (Juiced System Bizhub). In office I work on a 21.5" iMac but recently I'm having trouble working from home in the 13" laptop screen. Too much scrolling and constant need to forward neck. I am looking...
  16. JPack

    Other Software 3D Touch for 6.1" iPhone

    The picture is starting to come together for the 6.1" iPhone and 3D Touch. It seems Apple is replacing the 3D Touch module with a cheaper sensor layer which allows them to rely on software for pressure sensitivity. In January, Kuo reported the 6.1" model would be using an out-cell touch display...
  17. fkkcloud

    how do you preorder macbook pro 2018?

    Hi, How do I preorder macbook pro 2018? What is the fastest way to get macbook pro 2018?!?
  18. Brinadang

    Is 2018 13inch Macbook Pro worth the wait?

    I currently own a 13 inch Macbook Air. Its not the lastest one, but I bought about 4 years ago. I want to upgrade to a Pro because I am a video editor, and also I might be shooting 4k. After effects can get really slow on my laptop because I do more intensive editing so I’m hoping to get a...
  19. 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 –...
  20. A

    Photo Of The Day - April 2018

    Welcome to Photo of the Day. The POTD thread was started by iGary in May, 2006 and converted to a monthly thread in November 2007 by Arn. POTD is one of the most popular picture groups on MacRumors, often exceeding 500 posts and 20,000 views per month. Photo of the Day is intended to be a...