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macbook pro 2017

  1. mib01

    Homepod and Macbook Pro delay

    Hi, I have a HomePod mini that works perfectly with Apple TV 4k gen 3. However, when using it as an audio output on the Macbook Pro 15" 2017, the experience is not the best. There is a delay at certain points and it goes silent for a few seconds on YouTube, and the audio is choppy on Apple...
  2. psycoperl

    Thunderbolt Docks w/ support for at least 2 ext monitors

    Happy Black Friday & Cyber Monday Weekend (AKA Wallet Draining Weekend 😊). I am looking for a Thunderbolt Dock that would be compatible with my 2017 Macbook Pro (Intel Based) as well as a potential future purchase of a new MacBook. I need to be able to support at least two external screens...
  3. RockstarJ

    My MacBook pro 2017 runs VERY slow with a second monitor

    I am not sure if Apple updates are causing my laptop to not longer play well with a second monitor or if the newer quality of monitors doesn't allow my MacBook pro (2017) to work properly. I have spend over a year trying to get this issue fixed. Essentially, if I have a second monitor running...
  4. RoseTheCorgi

    iCloud Drive is not syncing to my Mac on Catalina, tried everything I could think of. Any ideas on how to fix this?

    Hi all, I am having an issue where I am unable to view my iCloud files on my MacBook. This issue is very weird because the files are showing in the Recents tab in Finder, but not in the proper iCloud Drive folder. My iCloud is working on all of my other devices just fine, just not my Mac. I...
  5. Reggaenald

    My Ventura Experience

    Can‘t even restore to Sierra for whatever reason, even was in talks with Fruit Guidance. Ridiculous. Sorry.
  6. M

    A1708 SSD adapter difference?

    We all know Sintech is a famous SSD adapter manufacturer. However, I noticed here are other choices on the market. Do you think the layout of SSD adapter matters a lot? Or each one can do the job? I was wondering if I need to try out other adapters if it gets more stable. What do you say? Here...
  7. G

    Macbook pro 2017 15 inch battery problem

    Hello! I have a problem with my macbook pro 2017 15 inch. The battery is draining overnight like crazy. Im talking about 40/50% every 24 hours even completely turned off. I thought it was first the battery which was the problem. So i replaced the battery and calibrate it. It didnt work.... So...
  8. X

    2017 macbook pro ssd upgrade.

    Hello hope anyone can help. I have a 2017 macbook pro with a 128gb ssd in at the moment and been trying to clone it the last few days to a 256gb ssd. Now my problem is i use superduper but i dont have one of those ssds it came out with so i got a ngff converter and a small samsung m.2 nvme. My...
  9. goyingus

    MBP 2017 testing for resell

    Hello everyone! Intro: (SKIP if not interested in the background story lol). I'm new to the forum so sorry if I'm posting this question on the wrong subform (or even website). I have a MacBook Pro 2017 (function keys, 2 cores/4 threads base model with a 256gb SSD) which I need to sell. I need...
  10. G

    MacBook Pro soundcard issue?

    Hello, I have a 2017 Mac Book Pro and I'm experiencing a weird issue. I noticed that my headphones were cutting out in the left channel in the headphone jack. I ended up getting new headphones and the same issue happens where if you move the cord, it will cut out and I have to keep moving the...
  11. F

    MacBook Pro 2017 compatible 1440p and 4k Monitors

    Hi everyone, Currently, I have a MacBook Pro (13-inch, 2017, Two Thunderbolt 3 ports) and a USB-C Digital AV Multiport Adapter and would like to buy an external monitor that I can connect to it, but I want to make sure that it's compatible. I did a bit of research around here and on Reddit, and...
  12. J

    USB port drawing too much power. The device that is plugged into it will be deactivated

    I'm on a MacBook Pro 13 2017 with no Touch Bar. I use a 30w charger brick and a regular USB-C cable. Would it make any difference if I changed to this cable https://www.apple.com/se/shop/product/MWP32ZM/A/thunderbolt-3-pro%E2%80%91kabel-2-m + a 61W brick? I'm getting the classic "USB port...
  13. J

    USB-C hub BEEPING sound: "usb accessories disabled"

    My Hyperdrive Thunderbolt usb-c hub has suddely stopped working. Lots of info out there regarding the error message "usb accessories disabled/using too much power, etc".....odd thing is that the hub emits a quiet beepig sound when plugged in. I have not been able to find any threads relatinng to...
  14. J

    Thunderbolt / USBC port only receives power, Not data.

    Hey! I have a macbook pro 2017 with two thunderbolt ports. A problem arose a few weeks ago where only one port can receive data such as sound interface's via firewire to thunderbolt or a midi keyboard's USB2 to USBC. The lower (closest to my chest) port works as usual, but the upper one can only...
  15. Catherine St-Pierre

    Buy now or wait?

    Hi! I have a Macbook pro 2013 and I'm looking for an upgrade. I have the choice of buying a Macbook Pro 2017 or a Macbook Air 2019 for the same price. I mainly use my computer for university, streaming services and online shopping. There's also the other option that I could wait until 2020...
  16. mandixo

    Questions MacPro 2017 battery life

    I bought this laptop at 2017 end and barely use more than a few times a week and sometimes not for months. I am curious if this new design in which the laptop auto switches on with the opening of the screen is depleting my battery even when it is switched off? Since this version is key...
  17. B

    Connect 2 monitors to 2017 MacBook Pro

    Background: I have a 2017 MacBook Pro with Touch Bar (2) HP E231i 23-in monitors The monitors have a VGA, DVI, Display Port, and a USB 2.0 B upstream ports The dock provided by IT at my company ThinkPad Onelink Pro The dock has a DVI, 2 USB 2.0, 2 USB 3.0, and a Display Port (ethernet port as...
  18. M

    Macbook Pro 15 2015 or Macbook Pro 13 2017

    Hello, guys I'm looking forward to buying a used Macbook pro. In my country the stated above models are in the same price range and I cant decide which one to choose. I will be using it mainly for development(coding). This is the specs of the 2015 Macbook Pro 15 inch: i7-4770HQ 2.2Ghz up to...
  19. Johnnys2

    Spilled whey and creatine into my 2017 MacBook Pro

    Yes, I did it and im crying inside, I've spilled a full 500ml of whey, creatine and water on my MacBook Pro 2017 without Touch Bar keyboard. my keyboard feels a little bit weird now, but no key is sticking to the end anymore, and the trackpad stopped working properly for 2 days but it looks...
  20. milygal

    2017 MacBook Pro took a fall

    so my macbook took a fall (about 1 ft) to my hard concrete tile at my house. it has a incase case and there is no physical damage to it. ive been using it for a day and everything works fine. ive had a 2012 pro in the past which i know it could have probably been okay with that fall just cause...