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  1. rexifelis

    macbook pro upgrade problems

    I am working on a macbook pro for a client. I swapped out the existing ram 4gb to the max 16gb and swapped out the existing hd 500gb with a sandisk ssd 1 TB (/edit) macbook pro A1278, Mid-2012 (/edit off) we did a full time machine backup before doing the above upgrades. the problem is that...
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    MBP2018 dual monitor help

    Im sure this has been asked before but I cant find the right answer. I'm looking to set up 2 HP 27f monitors (link below for specifics) to my MBP. Only has 2 usb-c ports on MBP so I need to get a dock or hub. Does anyone have a recommendation? The one I just bought...
  3. esaelias

    who has backlight bleed on their new macbook pro 2018?

    anyone?
  4. SourceSunTom

    Macbook Pro Flexgate discussion [Merged]

    My 2016 macbook pro with Touch Bar that i owned since it was release, started a its "flexgate" issue a week ago. Flexgate appears to be an issue caused by very fragile lcd flex cables. The LCD itself is fine, i never dented it or forced on the screen while opening it or anything... Problem is...
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    Macbook Pro 13" 8gb enough for my needs?

    Hello, I'm thinking about replacing my current 17" windows laptop (7th gen i7, 16gb) with a 13" Macbook Pro (8gb) mostly because i don't want to carry this heavy laptop to school everyday and i like macos. Sidenote: at home i have a windows pc that i'm gonna keep using anyway What i need it...
  6. L

    Lid and base don't match up

    Hello, I have a late 2016 MBP, and have noticed that when the laptop is closed, the lid and the base do not match up. the lid extends slightly past the right side, and the left side the bottom base extends. Its a very small complaint, but I have Applecare, plus I have to get my keyboard replaced...
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    Laptop recommendations for graphics work, similar to MBPro?

    Hi all, I'm currently using 2014 MBPro 15" (512GB, 16GB, i7) and previously 2009 MBPro 13" and would like to get a new laptop for 2d and 3d work. Recent Apple products have seemed to be slightly disappointing (keyboard, price and quality wise) and I would like to know which PC laptops I should...
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    16GB RAM vs 32GB RAM - Radeon Pro 555X vs 560X - Editing 4K video?

    What’s more important for editing 4K video? Upgrading the RAM, graphics card or processor? Main question is between 16GB RAM vs 32GB RAM and Radeon Pro 555X vs 560X. Buying 2018 MacBook Pro for video editing and would appreciate some input. I use Adobe Premiere. The thing that is most...
  9. R

    2018 13" MBPro – right side ports kind of stopped working

    Hey, I've recently noticed that my 4K Ultrafine stopped, yeah, stopped working (Mac is charging, but there is no picture on the external display itself) when connected to the right side of the 2018 13" Macbook Pro. Resetting SMC (there are two ways to reset it on the Macbooks with T2) and PRAM...
  10. Sovon Halder

    MacBook Pro 2017 Charges iPhone Slow w/ Adapter

    I got a 2017 MacBook Pro 13" at home. And a 2011 iMac at office. And I got 2 usb-c dongles Juiced Systems Bizhub and Apple Digital AV adapter. When I connect my iPhone to the computers, I get the following current readings.. 1. Bizhub + Lightning cable + MBP Current Available (mA): 500...
  11. nkanakakis

    MacBook Pro 2017 13 inch ssd service programm

    Apple mailed me that I have to service my MacBook Pro 2017 13 inch no TouchBar An ssd firmware update needs to be applied in order to prevent possible data loss As I live hundreds of miles away from the closest authorized service can someone who has already done the update give me the version...
  12. J

    MacBook Pro 2018 Screen Flicker - RF Interference

    I have a MacBook Pro - Summer 2018 model with Radeon Pro 560X graphics. Overall this machine has been ok, but has already required service once for a trackpad issue (under Applecare at the Apple store). I noticed an unusual behavior a few weeks ago. When my iPhone Xs is placed near the screen...
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    Macbook 2014 new SSD and Bootcamp woes :(

    Hello all! First, I would like to thank anyone who can assist! I have looked through many, many posts trying to find a fix and would be very grateful if someone has a solution. Second - while I do have some knowledge of Macs and PCs and computing in general - I am not super savvy and may need...
  14. S

    Future proofing your MacBook Pro?

    So a couple of things to start. I already purchased my MBP and an external monitor so this is more an academic discussion, for me, perhaps not for others that are still in the process of deciding which options to click when ordering their new 2018 MBP. I just enjoy the banter. Second, I know...
  15. xalmansh

    Questions related to Macbook Pro mid-2012 Upgrade to SSD

    Hello, I am looking forward to upgrade my 500 GB HDD drive to 120 GB SSD and change my optical SUPER DVD Drive into a Caddy Tray and put my HDD over there. 1) Will the cheapest SSD by kingston or WD Green serve my purpose? I do some gaming, light designing and watch videos. What should one...
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    I DELETED MY MAC HD AND CANNOT DO ANYTHING

    I bought this Mac and thought I needed to erase every file (dumb, I know) in prefer to clear space to download the Mac HD and update the OS. I now have rested very way possible from NVRM to COMMAND + R + P + OPTION. I need help finding out how to fix my hard drive now I assume. Here’s a pic of...
  17. R

    Windows Boot Camp vs. Mac os

    My main question is in regards to performance on default OS x compared to performance on boot-camped Windows 10. I understand that windows based games will run better on windows but's that not what I am asking. I am using a 2018 Macbook pro 15, Are there any performance loss when running...
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    The risk of buying apple pro hardware

    While it is true that Apple is finally beginning to appreciate pro and prosumer customers on one hand it is showing disdain on the other. There are many examples but what motivated me to write this is the unfortunate timing of the 2018 MacBook Pro 560x gpu and 3 short months later, the option...
  19. L

    Ethernet Cable -> MBP -> iPhone

    Hello all! Soon I'm moving into student housing and will only have a possibility to use an ethernet cable to be able to use internet on my macbook pro (2018). Unfortunately I will not be allowed to bring any external devices such as routers or repeaters. My question is: Is it possible to...
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    MacBook Pro 15"2018 - Glitches Safari on External Display Clamshell - macOS 10.14.1

    Hello. I've been having some problems for a couple of days whenever I use my MacBook Pro with external display in clamshell mode. I have some weird glitches when using Safari. It is strange that this only happens in safari, and when mouse cursor rolls over some webpage components, like the one...