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  1. L

    Question regarding the performance of a MBP when it has it's retina display disabled

    I'm using this app called EasyRes (very reputable app from what I've heard) on my 2017 MBP. I've disabled the retina display (2x) by using it's standard setting (1x) and I was just wondering if doing so would affect my computer's overall performance. Like will it help its battery life, make it...
    • leosantiago297
    • Thread
    • 3rd party software easyres macbook macbook pro non-retina retina display retina macbook pro
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: MacBook Pro
  2. iMacedonian

    Pro 2015 (13") or Air 2018?

    I'm looking for a reliable Macbook that I could use for coding and considering the keyboard issue I'm scared to buy an expensive Macbook Pro because I'm not a rich guy and I value my money, so I know I'll be angry if I experience those keyboard issues everyone talks about. So the choice has...
  3. M

    MacBook Pro 15 2015 still worth it

    Hello Community, I have returned my MacBook Pro 15 2018 back because it was not good enough for me, however do you think the 2015 15 MacBook Pro is currently worth buying and how long it will receive updates? Regards
  4. S

    MacBook Pro 2018 - too soft?

    I’ve bought my MacBook Pro on Thursday. Used it once after unboxed, on clean desk. Next day I took it to uni, but I didn’t even took it out of a sleeve whole day. When I got home and wanted to finish my work, I saw small nick on its edge. Im using soft sleeve with lip around the zipper.It really...
    • szonk
    • Thread
    • aluminium macbook macbook pro nick soft
    • Replies: 12
    • Forum: MacBook Pro
  5. M

    Bootcamp Windows 10 won‘t wake up

    Hey everybody, I have a 13” MBP (2018) and Windows 10 installed via Bootcamp. When I put the computer to sleep under Windows 10 it won‘t wake up again with the display keep being disabled. The touchbar and the Touchpad seem to wake up on the other hand. Under macOS everything works just fine...
  6. Z

    cheap USB-C devices

    Im thinking to buy a small USB-c for my MacBook. What would be the best and cheapest one can buy?
  7. Shiro_Simba

    UK : John Lewis have 1/3 of MacBook 12 2017 models

    Hey guys, Looks like John Lewis have mispriced the base model and i5 model to be a 1/3 less . So in case anyone needs a last minute Xmas gift, stock still there. I picked one up, can’t complain about £500 off :)...
  8. Sovon Halder

    HDR Content Looks Dim & Dull On Retina Display

    Trying to play Avengers HEVC HDR 10bit encode (12.1G) on my 2017 Macbook Pro & it looks very dim. I've checked multiple times with regular non dr h264 encodes, which look far brighter and vibrant. Any solution?
  9. H

    Gaming on MacBook Pro 2016 with Touchbar

    I want to play games on my MacBook but I don't think it will be able to sufficiently run them, so I was wondering if buying the Samsung T5 external SSD (500gb one) would be a good idea? The plan is to install windows bootcamp onto the T5 and put my games on it so I can plug it in and play...
    • helplol
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    • bootcamp external ssd fifa gaming gta macbook pro samsung t5 touchbar windows
    • Replies: 7
    • Forum: MacBook Pro
  10. U

    Macbook Pro cooling pad

    Helle everybody, I'm having a bit of a problem wit my macbook pro mid 2012 because is running in between 60-68 degrees celsius and I'm kinda worried about it. So, I'm considering buying a cooling pad called "Power Cooler Gamer from Multilaser" to try to decrease the temperature a little bit...
    • unkinkedash
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    • cooling heat heating heating up macbok pro macbook macbook 13 2012 mid 2012 temperature
    • Replies: 11
    • Forum: MacBook Pro
  11. 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...
  12. S

    What are the parameters of nvram by default?

    Can anybody type "nvram -p" in Terminal on new MacBook Air 2018 just to see what is the default parameters, especially if there any string called "AutoBoot" and any parameters for that? Because for now I'm in some experiment with this setting. For example, as you may know, "AutoBoot=%00" turns...
  13. Glidewill

    Mac computers continue to prompt for a password reset using a Windows domain server.

    Hello all, My apologies if this post belongs elsewhere, i'm new to the site. This issue appeared in the past month and has been plaguing the entire office slowly as their passwords are each expiring at different times. Windows Server 2008 R2 Standard with a mix of PC and Mac computers. Mac...
  14. mermaid2010

    What connectivity for power pack

    Hi I have a late 2011 MacBook Pro 13" on High Sierra 10.13.6 I want to buy a power pack to charger when traveling I am confused as to what connection is required to charge it so I can select a suitable power pack. Can anyone Kindly assist me please it's very confusing to know which one to...
  15. ondert

    12" Macbook Marks on Bottom Case?

    Hello random people of internet and Mac fans, I took my girlfriend's 12" Macbook 2016 to use on the go after we bought sth. better for her. However, there have occurred some marks at the bottom of the Mac probably because of the transparent plastic cover used for months, and I don't know how to...
    • ondert
    • Thread
    • bottom case macbook macbook 12 marks wipe
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: MacBook Neo
  16. R

    i7 vs i9 for Apple Macbook pro 15

    Hello, I want to buy a Macbook Pro 15 Radeon Pro 555X but I can't decide on i7 Processor or i9 Processor. 2.2GHz 6‑core 8th‑generation Intel Core i7 processor, Turbo Boost up to 4.1GHz or 2.9GHz 6‑core 8th‑generation Intel Core i9 processor, Turbo Boost up to 4.8GHz Ok... so here is what I...
    • RichyRich50
    • Thread
    • 8th‑generation intel core i9 processor apple apple macbook pro intel core i7 processor intel i7 intel i9 macbook nvidia nvidia® geforce® gtx 1080 pro
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: MacBook Pro
  17. skaend

    Keyboard Keys after replacement not working

    Hey guys, I‘m currently working on fixing my MacBook Pro Mid 2012 keyboard. I spilled a glass of wine over my keyboard so that some keys stopped working. Some wheren‘t effected. I couldnt recognize any other deffects. A couple of days ago I bought a seperate keyboard and replaced it with the...
    • skaend
    • Thread
    • keyboard keys macbook macbook pro replacement waterdamage
    • Replies: 13
    • Forum: MacBook Pro
  18. R

    Can I use this SSD to upgrade my MacBook's storage?

    I have a MacBook Pro 13' 2015 and was wondering if I can use this SSD to upgrade my Macbook's storage. https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07J2WBKXF/ref=twister_B07JBDFWJT?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1 If not what kind of SSD's can I use that doesn't break the bank(Under 200 pounds/dollars).
    • runirogvason
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    • macbook macbook 13 macbook 13 2015 macbook pro ssd storage
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: MacBook Pro
  19. S

    Why do I purchase a replacement battery for my mid 2010 MacBook Pro?

    I am 100% comfortable doing the work of replacing the battery once I have a replacement battery. I see them selling on Amazon for very cheap, but I know a lot of them aren't very good based on the reviews. As I understand, Apple doesn't make these anymore. Where would an authorized repair shop...
  20. El_Kritiko

    Need lockable case for MacBook Pro 15“ 2018

    Is there any case available which can be used to lock my Macbook by wire on a table? Have to take my MacBook to customers and dont want to lose it. Other solutions are also welcome!
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