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  1. JKAussieSkater

    Thunderbolt/USB C hub recommendations for the new iMacs (2021)

    The new iMacs only have USB C ports, and my purposes include some legacy USB 3 hardware and an SD card slot. Many existing hubs/docks seem to cater to MacBooks with redundant features like: VGA/DVI output… gross, don't need that; Ethernet input, which the iMac already has built into the power...
  2. D

    Need External Boot Drive Help

    I have a Late 2014 27" (3.5 i5). The fusion drive is having issues. I use this machine in my law office, and it's mission critical for my workflow. I don't want to buy a new intel iMac, and I'm far from being comfortable with buying a M1 iMac or Mac Mini. So, I need to squeeze 2-3 more years out...
    • DookSucks
    • Thread
    • dock external boot drive imac thunderbolt 2 thunderbolt 3
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: iMac
  3. bstegner

    Suggestions for Dual Display Dock for M1 MBA?

    I have a M1 MBA and I am looking for a reliable Thunderbolt 3 or 4 dock for my home setup with the following requirements... 1. Dual DisplayPort's (with HDR support) for my dual 4k DisplayPort Monitors (non usb-c/thunderbolt) 2. 3ft (or longer, or extendable) thunderbolt connection to laptop...
  4. P

    iCloud iCloud Drive Documents shortcut in the dock

    Hi I use iCloud Drive to store my files in the Documents folder. Some files are synced locally and some are only in the cloud. In Finder, I can see all the file names regardless of the iCloud Status. I have copied the Documents folder to the dock. When using this shortcut, it only shows the...
  5. B

    Doc or hub for Macbook Pro M1 laptop ?

    Hello and good day, I am not familiar with doc's or hub's, and I would greatly appreciate it if anyone here could help me or provide advice. I do not know a lot about the system or terminology, so please forgive me if I make a few mistakes ( I welcome corrections!) I am trying to research, read...
  6. S

    Thunderbolt Dispaly USB-C Hub

    Hi Everyone, I have just upgraded to a 2019 16" Macbook Pro from my 2012 15.4" Macbook Pro, When im out and about its perfect! but when at home im starting to struggle, i have a thunderbolt display i used with my 2012 as its got Thunderbolt 2 port and MagSafe 1 charger. I want to be able to...
    • sam19
    • Thread
    • 2019 macbook pro adapter dock hub macbook 16" magsafe thunderbolt display thunderbolt2 thunderbolt3 usb-c hub
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: Mac Accessories
  7. H

    Unresolved network path in Dock stops refresh Dock and Background for 30 seconds, when refresh by change of resolution external screen

    Added an item from Finder to Dock. It is a network path to private NAS (let's call it NAS-Dock item). The bug appears when the NAS is not turned on and a Question Mark is displayed at Dock. The bug is: When I change from internal to external display/screen the resolution will change and the...
    • hendri
    • Thread
    • dock dock background external display macos resolution
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: macOS
  8. JippaLippa

    Advice on the perfect dock/dongle for an M1 Macbook Pro

    Hello everyone. After much consideration I finally came to the conclusion that I'll probably buy the 13" macbook pro, as I'm in urgent need of replacing my computer and I want to invest in the future (ARM) rather than getting an Intel machine. That said I'm not familiar with the whole...
  9. krusnof

    iPhone 12 Mini and iPhone Lightning Dock

    This is a mystery to me, but I have the Apple iPhone Lightning Dock from some time ago and I just got the iPhone 12 Mini. When I plug the phone in the dock—nothing happens. I tried with a USB A and USB C cable—nothing. In different ports—nothing. When I plug the phone directly into the cable...
  10. Graham King

    Best dock for new ARM 13" MBP

    I dove right in and ordered a maxed out 13" this morning. I'll be using it mostly in clamshell mode at my desk. What are some recommended docks? At minimum, I need all of these simultaneously: 3.5mm audio, gigabit ethernet, 4K monitor, charger, and at least 2 free USB ports for external storage...
  11. rise_of_skylake

    Discounted 3D printed MagSafe desk stand

    Hey cyberfriends, I designed a MagSafe desk stand to replace my non-compatible Qi chargers and thought I'd discount it for the MacRumors community to celebrate the issue finally getting coverage. Click the link to get 15% off your order or use coupon code MACRUMORS15...
  12. lpuerto

    Alternative power sources

    Hey! I would like to hear you opinion about alternative power sources for MacBook Pro like this one: https://www.amazon.com/Satechi-Type-C-Travel-Charger-Adapter/dp/B07M97XGNZ/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=satachi%2Btravel%2Bcharger&qid=1599043777&sr=8-1&th=1 I'd like to have something at...
  13. mrgreeneyes

    dual monitor dock for MacBook Air 2020

    Hello, I am looking for a dual monitor dock for a MacBook Air 2020. what are your recommendations? I see this one from Anker https://www.anker.com/products/variant/powerexpand-13in1-usbc-dock/A83921A1 which looks good, but im just wondering if there are other options, also the dock must...
  14. Yuyang Wu

    The require of simple suitable thunderbolt dock

    Now I have a MacBook with two thunderbolt 3 ports. My daily device are a thunderbolt-only external SSD and a LG Ultrafine 22’ monitor that have one USB 3.0 port and three USB 2.0 ports (all ports are USB-C) connect by a USB-C 3.0 non-thunderbolt cable. All ports are now full while I’d like to...
  15. juliovg

    Which dock hub buy?

    Hello guys I have a question? I have a Mac book pro early 2013 (that has thunderbold) And I’m looking for a dock hub that I could use with a new Mac book pro too. Which dock can I buy? And which adapter, will be the best? regards
    • juliovg
    • Thread
    • dock mac book pro retina 2013 thunderbolt 2 usb c
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: MacBook Pro
  16. M

    Looking for a good dock for my 2018 MBP 15"

    Ive been working back and forth between an old mac mini and my new macbook pro for music production and want to switch exclusively to the macbook. I have a dual screen setup with all of my music hardware connected to a powered USB hub. I essentially want a solution where i can plug one USB C...
  17. EEzycade

    Caldigit TS3 Plus.. Dope or nope?

    Hardware: 2018 13" MacBook Pro base model w/ Touch Bar For my dongle situation I have a Falwedi(?) hub that plugs into the left two Thunderbolt 3 ports. It works fine but considering I'm disabled it's a pain in the butt to plug or unplug anything plus I can barely remove it from the MBP. I've...
    • EEzycade
    • Thread
    • caldigit dock dongle macbook pro thunderbolt ts3 plus
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Mac Accessories
  18. Peacock22

    Issue with Magnet

    Hello, I am running macOS 10.15.2 Catalina and I recently purchased and installed Magnet form the Mac App Store. I notice that when Magnet is running, apps such as Preview and TextEdit do not disappear from the dock after all of their windows are closed and I have switched to another app...
  19. Riwam

    Resolved Need help: No Dock and Solid Black Desktop!

    I run Yosemite in my MB 4.1 early 2008 during several years thanks to TMRJIJ and MacPostFactor (first issue). For unknown reasons suddently it stopped working. :mad: Any booting of Yosemite either from the inner drive or from one of the bootable Yosemite clones I had made from time to time (...
  20. tpedrick

    Hide Currently Opened Documents

    Hi, New here to MacOS. Is there a way to disable the currently opened documents on the left side of the dock? I don't see this option in preferences. Thanks for your help! Tom
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