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    MBP 13" 2020 - i5 or i7

    Looking to get those 2020 MBP 13 that were just announced. Been waiting a couple of years already as I value the keyboard and the escape key way too much to have settled for the previous iteration of MBP. And the 16" is too big for me. So, today, finally, my (our ?) calls to "make the MBP 13...
  2. incredibleBread

    how to wipe MBP 2011 with MacOS Sierra (10.12.6) without admin

    Hey there, I've been trying to fix my dad's old MBP. He doesn't remember the admin password though set up another account so I could get the serial, etc. I've tried the COMMAND+R option though it asks me to connect to the internet, then does nothing but let the world animation roll...
  3. K

    Help deciding what model is best for my use!

    I am currently on a late 2016 13" MBP w/ Touch Bar. Thinking of trading this in (or selling) and upgrading to a new model, but I am torn as to what model is best for my use. I don't want to buy something too powerful for what I need, but at the same time, I want it to have good specs so it'll...
  4. PLjelly

    IT Admin on MBP 13"

    Hey everyone !! I'm looking for a new MacBook Pro w/touchbar to my daily job as a IT admin/IT specialist I have doubts about what RAM should I choose... 8GB vs 16GB? Is enough 8GB to use apps for developing? I will use things like virtual machine (rarely) only for testing scripts, most of the...
  5. Sunshower

    Which MBP to upgrade to for music production/photo editing

    Hello! I'm looking for some buying advice from you lovely people. A bit about me and my use: I'm a music producer (Ableton) and amateur photographer (UK based) and use my laptop as my personal and occasional work computer (I am a researcher and writer so use a lot of pdfs, browser tabs). I also...
  6. Marinier

    Is 8 GB RAM in base MBP 13 (1,4 ghz) enough for 4-6 years?

    Hi. May the owners of a MacBook Pro 13 2019 (1,4 ghz) look at ram load right after a fresh boot of your Mac. I guess most of you have a base 8 gb model. And what RAM usage do you see when you use at least 6-10 tabs in a safari? I consider a 1,4 ghz MBP 13 as a perfect choice. I need it to be...
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    Macbook pro 13 or 15?

    Hi, this Christmas I have plans of getting a MBP for school. I had chosen the MPB 13, but after seeing it in real life I was a bit disappointed with it's size. I didnt think it will look this small. After talking with some friends they thought it's kinda small too and that I should consider...
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    Resolved MBP 2019 External HDD Problem

    So I got my base model MBP 2019 and chose to buy an external HDD to have more space. I tested the HDD on my windows computer and it is working fine. The HDD is with USB 3.1. I also bought a USB-C Hub but I kind of cheeped out on it. It does say it's usb-c to usb 3.1 however. Now the problem is...
  9. bionic_arm

    Help! - 13" 2.8ghz i7 or 15" 2.6ghz i7

    Hi All, First post on here. I recently decided to get a macbook pro. Currently have a windows desktop which was built for gaming however i cant remember the last time i played a game on it so i decided a laptop would be a better option. I though about getting a high end windows laptop but...
  10. monya

    help with mbp 13 2017 please !!

    Good morning ! I have a few questions hope someone could answer them ! if i inatalled mojave but didn't use it is that mean im using high sierra software or mojavee ?.. for now i have a firmware password issue :'( if i take it to an apple authorized service how long it will take to get solved ...
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    Disclaimer of warranty. What to do?

    Restore premium reseller violates my rights and Apple's warranty terms. I have 4 times contacted the service center that they have fixed all the errors in my MBP. 1. Flickering screen, SSD error, sticky keys, power problems. MBP is under warranty, and I was denied. Maybe someone faced with...
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    2019 13.3" MBP - decoding Z0WS/Z0WU and Z0WQ/Z0WR?

    Hi, does anyone have any idea what the following codes mean for the 2019 13.3" MBP: Z0WS/Z0WU Z0WQ/Z0WR I found out online that most likely (not 100% sure): Z0WS/Z0WU - refers to silver Z0WQ/Z0WR - refers to space gray What are differences between models Z0WS and Z0WU as well as Z0WQ and Z0WR?
  13. Seva98

    Screen of my 13" MBP 2016 /w TB just died

    I just want to share my suffering with other Apple fans. When I woke up today, everything worked fine. I watched some YouTube videos, went to the gym and when I returned back this happens https://giphy.com/gifs/vvaqMMjnrv70WdEXRB Unfortunately, my MBP 2016 is just out of warranty. Bought in...
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    Help! External monitor with MBP 2015

    So my macbook pro 13 inch early 2015 has a cracked lcd and is showing all sorts of colours. I was wondering how I can connect it to an external monitor when I can’t see anything on the mbp’s screen. I have done this to other macbooks, but the real problem here is that it is at the setup page...
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    2014/2.6 GHz Intel Core i5/ 8 GB RAM up for battery replacement. Recommendations

    Hi all, I have a mid 2014 MBP 13 inch as noted above. I started having some unexpected shutdowns and now the computer is showing that it needs a battery replaced. Should I do it at this time or should I go ahead an buy a new one? I had to purchase it after my old 2010 MBP had some mother...
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    iOS Do you need a Macbook Pro w touchID to test the authentication in your Swift app?

    Hello everyone, I'm thinking of buying a MBP base model for Swift programming, and I know that Xcode has a simulator for the touch-bar, but do I need the one with actual touchID hardware if I want my app to require a biometrical login? or is there a way to debug and test it without needing it...
  17. AjTee

    Stands in MBP 2017 13,3" - scrape away

    Hello, Is it normal that stands/footers in MBP 2017 scrape away quickly? On all of them I see traces of scrape away. If this stands scrape away totally can I change them by itself? Cheers :)
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    MBP 2013 advice.

    Hi Guys I have had my MBP since 2013 and it is a really great Laptop. However the screen over the years has become marked and whatever coating they have put on the display it's getting annoying. Apple said it's out of warranty and cannot do anything now, I am thinking of getting a new MBP but...
  19. whatsinamac

    MBP for basic use - 128GB Storage, 8GB RAM, i5 Processor?

    Hello People, I've never used a Mac in my life and this would be my first switch from PC to Mac. My usage would be limited to basic navigation, use of office tools, surfing etc. I just want to try my hands on Mac and witness the experience. Do you think for my limited usage 128 Gigs of storage...
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    Upgrade rMBP Late 2013 or Wait?

    I’m considering updating my Late 2013 Retina MacBook Pro (8GB RAM, i5, 256GB SSD). Honestly, it still runs somewhere in fine-to-good. However, I’m starting grad school (statistics) next month and I thought now might be a good time to buy due to student discounts / incentives. Interested in...