MacBook Pro Archives

Satechi announces the Pro Hub Mini for the new MacBook Pro M1

November 10, 2021 by Alex Hernandez

Satechi’s Pro Hub Mini offers missing ports from the 2021 MacBook Pro laptops, including two extra USB-A ports and an Ethernet port.

Apple issues update to fix some Macs bricking with Monterey update

November 6, 2021 by Alex Hernandez

Reports of macOS Monterey bricking macs with Intel chips spread quickly, and now Apple has issued an update to fix at least some of them.

The new MacBook Pro with new Apple M1 processors are here

October 18, 2021 by Alex Hernandez

Apple held an event today in which the company announced an all-new MacBook Pro with its new M1 Pro and M1 Max processors.

Dark Reader: Dark mode for every website on your Mac and Windows PC

August 25, 2021 by Alex Hernandez

Dark Reader for Safari brings all websites to the dark side.

[Rumor] Apple’s 2021 MacBook Pro may discard the beloved Touch Bar

July 9, 2021July 8, 2021 by Alex Hernandez

Oh, the beloved Touch Bar. We all love it, and we all need it, but it may be discarded on the 2021 MacBook Pro. Does this not anger you? /s

Apple faces class-action lawsuit for backlight display issues

February 3, 2021August 22, 2020 by Kyle Funk

According to the lawsuit, the display and flex cables are suffering from what is called “stage light.” This happens when the flex cable is overextended beyond its limit causing a portion of the screen to become unresponsive.

Upgrading a 2015 MacBook Pro Retina with the 2TB OWC Aura Pro X2 SSD upgrade kit

February 3, 2021February 1, 2020 by Alex Hernandez

The 2TB OWC Aura SSD upgrade kit is the perfect solution for this MacBook Pro Retina.

I saved a good chunk of change by skipping the new 16″ MacBook Pro and buying a 2015 MacBook Pro

February 3, 2021January 27, 2020 by Alex Hernandez

Apple’s hardware isn’t cheap. So I started researching the used market and found plenty of options that would fit my needs.

Apple drops the 16-inch MacBook Pro out of nowhere

February 3, 2021November 13, 2019 by Alex Hernandez

The new keyboard has a redesigned scissor mechanism and 1mm travel which is huge and gives you a better tactile feel.

Apple announces voluntary battery recall on 15-inch MacBook Pro

February 3, 2021June 23, 2019 by Kyle Funk

Apple is stating that the MacBook Pro devices sold between September 2015 and February 2017 are the ones being recalled.

Apple finally refreshes the MacBook Air line with new models announced yesterday

February 3, 2021October 31, 2018 by Alex Hernandez

Users have been asking that the MacBook Air lineup be refreshed and it’s finally happening.

Apple’s latest software could kill off independent repair of your new MacBook Pro

October 5, 2018 by Alex Hernandez

Thinking about picking up a new MacBook Pro? You might think twice knowing this.

Apple launches keyboard service program for MacBook and MacBook Pro

June 23, 2018 by Alex Hernandez

The new keyboard is 40% thinner and the keys 17% wider so why is there a keyboard service program?

Is it just me? Or have Apple software updates gotten progressively worse?

March 20, 2018 by Alex Hernandez

So I have to ask… why does it take an iTunes update 45-minutes to complete?

IOGEAR GTD733 Thunderbolt 3 docking station review: Nice features good price

September 29, 2017 by Alex Hernandez

Like most of the other players in the field, the IOGEAR GTD733 tries to emulate the look and feel of an Apple product.

Belkin Thunderbolt 3 Express Dock HD review: Expand your MacBook I/O

July 29, 2017 by Alex Hernandez

With a Mac like look and most of the I/O you’re looking for, the Belkin could be a good choice.

Apple introduces new iMac Pro and updates iMac and MacBook Pro line

June 6, 2017June 5, 2017 by Alex Hernandez

The iMac Pro will be available in December.

IOGEAR GUD3C02 USB-C docking station review: Add ports in a slim form factor

May 14, 2017 by Alex Hernandez

For those who have purchased a USB-C laptop and need their legacy ports back, this is a good solution.

Some users are complaining about popping noises from MacBook Pro laptops

April 30, 2017April 30, 2017 by Alex Hernandez

Users have taken to Apple forums to discuss the problem and try and diagnose what is happening.

SCOSCHE USB-C Digital AV Multiport Adapter review: Legacy ports for your MacBook

February 14, 2017 by Alex Hernandez

If you’re using the new MacBooks then you know you have to submit yourself to the dongle life, at least for the time being.

Satechi Type-C MacBook hubs review: Add functionality back to Mac

January 23, 2017January 21, 2017 by Alex Hernandez

A simple way to add some of your legacy I/O ports back to any Type-C laptop, including the MacBook Pro.

Consumer Reports changes course and now recommends new MacBook Pro

January 23, 2017January 13, 2017 by Alex Hernandez

Consumer Reports has been retesting the machines with this new software update and they are returning with some good news for users.

This new OWC dock gives your MacBook Pro its ports back and then some

January 23, 2017January 11, 2017 by Alex Hernandez

There hasn’t been a price announcement yet, but we’re predicting this isn’t going to come cheap with that 4TB of extra storage

Can Apple keep it going without a Steve Jobs figurehead?

January 23, 2017December 29, 2016 by Alex Hernandez

“I’ve got a plan that could rescue Apple. I can’t say any more than that it’s the perfect product/perfect strategy for Apple. But nobody there will listen to me.”