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  1. emraha06

    Effaceable/Removable Smudge or Stain on Display noticed during unboxing

    As you know after removing the protective paper adhered on display some of us intently look for screen for a factory defect. At this point, i have detected an isolated little smudge on m1 MacBook Pro 16” and cleaned it with cloth. Has anyone experienced sth like this? I will be greatful if you...
  2. B

    MacBook Pro Big Sur update/monitor

    I'm using MacBook Pro late 2013. I want to update my MacBook to Big Sur but macbook's screen is broken. Can I mirror my MacBook screen to external monitor while updating?
  3. alex_free

    How To: Fix Frequent Slow/No Internet On The MacBook Late 2009 Running Debian 11

    I am currently maxing out all my Macs and dualbooting old OS X versions and bleeding edge Linux. I installed Debian 11, and besides the sleep issues everything just worked, except the WiFi. I mean it did connect, but it would drop out and die forever, never connecting again to my home network...
  4. Arktika

    Buying Advice:the Best Configuration for 14”MBP?

    My MBP late 2013, which has been used for 7 years, should be retired, and recently I want to buy a 14-inch MBP, mainly for daily use in medical research, and would like to seek your opinions. Commonly used software: image / video processing, data analysis software like Adobe(PS AI AE..), Final...
  5. Y

    Macbook Air 2020 M1 Battery Capacity

    Hi, I’m new in here! I’d bought macbook air m1 about 6 months ago. I used to use windows devices, that’s why I cannot understand how macs work. I wonder if everything is right about my battery. I would like to share my battery info, please check it out and please tell me if there is sth wrong...
  6. CodaCM

    MacBook A1181 problem

    So I have a 2007 MacBook A1181 that has a problem. When I start it up the screen stays black and after 8 seconds it restarts when plugged in. Can anybody help with this?
  7. N

    How do I undo dosdude1 disable dedicated GPU on mid-2010 MacBook Pro 15?

    Hello, This may not be an issue with my machine but I wanted to reach out for advise anyways. I recently purchased a mid-2010 MacBook Pro 15" and was troubleshooting issues with the computer, I believed that there was a bad GPU so I was trying to follow this guide...
  8. SSpiro

    2016 12" MacBook A1534 - Space Bar Replacement

    I consider myself pretty handy, but i can't figure out the space bar replacement on my A1534. I really don't want to do a whole keyboard replacement, local shops quoting me $300+ (and, I could use a new battery too). At that point, I might as well buy a new machine. I bought these two...
  9. GoztepeEge

    Remotely connect/control a Macbook from an iPhone

    Hi all! Today I had a moment when I needed to connect and control something on my Macbook, which was operating and connected to the internet at my home. Is there any way to connect a mac remotely from an iPhone, which are in the same iCloud account (both are my devices), and to control...
  10. simpleuserlearn

    Using fn key as CTRL

    Hello guys, I want to use FN key on mac as if it is the CTRL key on windows. I have remapped and that is working fine. But holding fn will bring touch bar up and that makes me nuts is there any possible ways to stop the fn key from loading touchbar when is being hold ? Thanks in advace
  11. aevan

    MacBook Pro 2021 - it's not just how it performs, it's how it feels

    So, after my first MBP came with a broken screen, a few days ago, I finally got a new one. 16", base model, 1Tb SSD, Space Gray. And I am amazed how good it is. But it's not just about the amazing performance. Or the insane battery life. What really amazed me is how well rounded this computer...
  12. CPark98

    2001 PowerBook G4 Titanium vs 2021 MacBook Pro M1 Max

    I recently found my old TiBook while at my parent's house over the holidays and thought I'd grab some shots of it along side my new M1 Max MacBook Pro. While internally, the differences are night and day, externally, it's eery how similar they are, especially with the new design's callbacks to...
  13. P

    2019 A1932 Macbook Air - Dead - Repair is saying T2... Question for the forum...

    I have a 2019 Macbook Air that is dead. I've had pretty poor experiences with the Apple Store in the past so we brought it to a local repair center that we trust. He's telling me that he believes it is the T2 chip. Machine: Apple MacBook Air (13-inch Retina display, 1.6GHz dual-core Intel...
  14. GoztepeEge

    MBP 2021 14" case and protector advises

    Hi all! ☺️ I recently got my 2021 MBP 14 base-model, maybe some of you already know the story how Apple lost my previous device, anyway, I would like to ask you about possible cases and protectors that maybe someone advises. I am a person who likes to protect his electronic products so much. I...
  15. GoztepeEge

    Questions regarding the correct usage of new 2021 MBP 14"

    Hello everyone! Recently I have a 2021 MBP 14" base model. Maybe some of you know how I ended up having this computer after some issues with an Apple Store, but it was a long story (check my profile to see if interested ☺️). Before that, I have been using a Early 2015 13" MBP base-model. It...
  16. S

    Wireless connection between macbook and apple tv

    My manager used to stream iPhone and iPad content to Apple tv without any issue. two days ago, he called me and ask if he close the macbook lid while he is streaming EUROSport into Apple tv. I told him you can do it but you have to plug the power adapter. I am shocked when he says the computer...
  17. M

    Best MacBook Pro for no PWM, anyone had problems with the new 14"?

    I've ordered the new 14" MacBook Pro which is coming tomorrow (to replace my mid-2014 MBP which is on its way out) but am now debating whether to keep it or not, it's from a store where you can't try it before returning. I've read a couple of posts from people getting eye strain/headaches from...
  18. GoztepeEge

    Using an old Apple SSD externally with an adapter and USB cable, is it possible?

    Hi! I have an Early 2015 MBP 13", and soon will be upgrading my original Apple SSD (128GB) with a XPG SX8200 1TB one. After that I would like to utilize my old SSD externally as well, but this is just an idea in my mind, I am not sure if this can be done practically or not. Do you know if there...
  19. GoztepeEge

    Does a thermal paste renewal make a real difference after 6 years? (MBP Early 2015 13")

    Hi everyone. I have a MBP Retina 13" Early 2015, which is in the service at the apple, they are replacing the top case incl. a new battery. After this process is done, I am planning to proceed with more improvements on my computer: SSD and thermal paste. There are lots of people on youtube...
  20. V

    MacBook Air 2015 won't start (No battery issue no SMC issue)

    Hi, I have a 2015 MacBook Air which suddenly does not start anymore. I have already tried tp reset the NVRAM and the SMC but no success. I also tried to start it without a Battery and with a completley new Battery but also no luck. The only thing that happens after I switch it on is that the Fan...