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    Which Magsafe for mid 2012 15" Macbook Pro?

    Hi guys, my charger just blew out today. Am looking for a replacement but am confused as to which magsafe is the on that's really suitable for my Macbook. In this Apple article, it says it's the 85W L style silver connector (which is the one I had but I bought my Macbook second hand so wouldn't...
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    base m3 max with 96gb ram vs 16c CPU m3 max with 64gb ram

    I've been waiting long to move from intel to apple silicon: I skipped m2 because it was not a substantial improvement over m1 m3: Similar price to m3 pro with 16gb ram m3 pro: no significant improvement over m2 m3 max: only chip with substantial improvement over m2 max I need more ram for...
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    Seeking Advice: M3 Max 14/30/36/2TB vs 16/40/48/1TB for High Multitasking and Future-Proofing Needs

    Hey everyone, I dabble in 3D SketchUp and Photoshop (handling 50mpix files) about 10% of my time, while the majority (90%) is spent on high multitasking activities through external monitors. This includes juggling 20-30 Chrome tabs, working with multiple Excel sheets, Google Drive, Docs, Word...
  4. David1986H

    Space Black or Silver MacBook Pro? (Pro and Max chips only.)

    Who ever has brought a new MBP which colour did you go for and why? I personally went with the classic silver again as any dust and so on will show up more, plus the coating is only on the lid and not the inside.
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    Benchmarks of power consumption for different SSD sizes? 4TB vs 8TB

    Is anyone aware of any benchmarks/stats on the specific wattage for the different SSD configurations on silicon MBPs? Would like to know the power usage numbers comparing 1TB -> 2TB -> 4TB -> 8TB Would also be great to know if there are any stats on battery life per configuration.
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    M2 MBP vs M3 Question

    Hi all, Less than two months ago I purchased a brand new fully loaded 16” MBP with 4TB of storage. I just saw the news of the new M3 and I’m kicking myself. Essentially, my new MBP has been sitting on my desk unused for the time being due to my work schedule. Just wondering, what do you guys...
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    Screen protector for my new Macbook Pro?

    I just ordered a Macbook Pro M3Pro 16" and I am wondering if I should put a tempered-glass screen protector on. I know that many people recommend not to do it because it may damage the anti-reflective coating of the XDR display. Has anybody had any experience with that? I have had a...
  8. David1986H

    UK M3/M3 Pro/M3 Max 14"/16" MacBook Pro Orders and Despatched Thread

    Just ordered my 16/40, 48GB ram M3 Max 16" MBP custom built. Anyone else brought an M3 MBP? Feel free to post your specs, order status and we can try tracking the flights again :)
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    I am wondering how great the M3 will be when compared to the 4090 chipset

    I keep hearing the M2 pro max lost to the 4090 RTX (just a few benchmarks only). I am sure the M3 will be good
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    How Often Should You Upgrade Your Macbook Pro to Maximize Re-Sale Value and Out of Pocket Expenses? (M1 Max to M3 Max Worth It?)

    I'm considering selling my M1 Max to upgrade to the new M3 Max. What do you guys think is the OPTIMAL Macbook Pro upgrade schedule that maximizes re-sale value of your old mac and decreases out of pocket costs when buying a new Macbook? Do you feel it's most cost-effective to upgrade every...
  11. macduke

    Why Apple lost my sale on new MacBook Pros tonight

    That's essentially how my chat sales support went down this evening. What a pile of crap. Add this to other frustrations: 8 core, 11 core, 12 core, 14 core, or 16 core CPU? 10 core, 14 core, 18 core, 30 core, or 40 core GPU? 8GB, 16GB, 18GB, 24GB, 36GB, 48GB, 64GB, 96GB, or 128GB RAM? And you...
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    • 12 month financing apple store gift card m3 chip m3 max m3 pro macbook pro purchasing trade-in
    • Replies: 27
    • Forum: MacBook Pro
  12. Tom86

    Chrome always crashing when I use html input fields such as textarea's since I changed my battery

    Hi all. I have a very unusual problem with my MacBook Pro (Retina, 15-inch, Mid 2014). After I decided to buy and install a new battery for it from BatteryExpert.com.au, my chrome browser crashes ever time I am tying in a text area of chrome (such as the one Im typing in right now) unless I...
  13. MakaniKai

    Kernel Panic When Waking MacBook Pro M2 From Sleep

    I am having a problem with my MacBook having crashed sometimes when I wake it up from sleep. I am running an M2 Max MacBook Pro 14" on Sonoma in clamshell mode, connected to a CalDigit TS4 dock, which feeds my Samsung CJ791 monitor via DisplayPort 1.4. I have tried another monitor using HDMI...
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    • caldigit ts4 clamshell mode crash kernel panic macbook pro sonoma
    • Replies: 21
    • Forum: MacBook Pro
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    Connecting Macbook Pro 2014 Big Sur to Studio Display

    I want to connect my personal laptop, a Macbook Pro 2014 that runs Big Sur to Apple Studio Display. Should I buy USB C to HDMI and connect the HDMI to my macbook? or USB C to Thunderbolt? I asked Apple support chat but they were not helpful, saying this mac version is not supported to be...
  15. current997

    Mac OS installation failed. Stuck in reboot loop.

    MacBook Pro retina 15 inch mid 2012 I was running High Sierra and updated to Catalina. I checked if it was compatible with my mac before doing so and the apple site said it was. I install it, and about 75% through, it says it has to restart due to a problem and then it keeps restarting in a...
  16. bonjourx

    Does SSD Storage affects MacBook performance?

    Hi there! I am planning to get a MacBook Pro 14 inch m2. My option is to get a M2 Max, 30 Core with 1tb VS 2TB. Just like what my title says, I’m just wondering if having a 1tb storage VS 2TB would affect the read or write or performance in any sort?
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    • buying advice buying help m2max macbook pro macbook pro 14 inch
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: MacBook Pro
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    Installed new SSD and now MacOS won't boot or finish installation

    My SSD got busted and I got a replacement. Now that I've replaced the SSD, I've been struggling with the OS for my MCB Pro 2015. The standard on installation in recovery is Monterey. Everytime i install and about to finish, it reboots and then says "About 29 minutes remaining" What should I...
    • TheVaultGhost
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    • 15 inch 15 inch macbook pro mac macbook macbook pro macbook pro 2015 monterey retina display ssd
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: macOS Monterey (12)
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    CalDigit TS4 and MacBookPRO M2Max - monitors cabling

    Have a new MB Pro M2MAX & the CalDigit Ts4 My monitors are two ASUS VZ239H monitors, whose ONLY output/connection is HDMI to DP When I connect one of them into the TS4 DP port, I got nothing. CalDigit says it's likely not an "active" cable. My 2nd monitor (as noted) is the same, and I want to...
  19. oofio2461

    M1 PRO MBP or M2 MBA?

    So I was looking for MacBooks when I found a good deal on M1P MBP, only 1,299, close to the price of the M2 MBA. I was looking to pick up one for Study, So would you choose M1P MBP over the M2 MBA? I'm pretty sure the MBP is Apple Certified Pre-Owned.
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    Can I use an Apple Watch without an iPhone?

    Hello, I'm new here and I have a question about Apple Watch SE 2. I just received this watch and when I try to charge it it says "Bring iPhone near Apple Watch". I don't have an iPhone, my phone is a Samsung S21 Ultra. Can I start and use this watch if I don't have an iPhone. From what I see, I...
    • gaby94
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    • apple watch iphone macbook pro
    • Replies: 5
    • Forum: Apple Watch
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