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Does an M1 Mac Need AntiVirus Software?
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Does an M1 Mac Need AntiVirus Software?

Nick deCourville · 2:27 PM EST, Feb 10th, 2023 · 1 Comment

When it comes to viruses and malware, there’s a lot of arguments concerning whether a device, like an M1 Mac, needs antivirus software.

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Playing Games with the Mac – TMO Daily Observations 2023-02-08

Playing Games with the Mac - TMO Daily Observations 2023-02-08

Ken_Ray · 3:02 AM EST, Feb 8th, 2023 · Add Comment

Apple says the M-processors have set the company up for a place in the games space. TMO writer Nick deCourville joins Ken to discuss the road from here to Apple being a true player on the gaming landscape.

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The M2 Mac mini vs the M1 and Intel Versions
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The M2 Mac mini vs the M1 and Intel Versions

Jeff Butts · 4:20 PM EST, Jan 19th, 2023 · 4 Comments

After the announcement of the next-generation Mac mini, let’s examine the M2 model vs their M1 and Intel predecessors.

MacBook Pro Comparison: The M1 Series vs. The M2 Series
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MacBook Pro Comparison: The M1 Series vs. The M2 Series

Nick deCourville · 3:35 PM EST, Jan 18th, 2023 · Add Comment

Making a comparison between the M1 Series of MacBook Pros vs. the M2 series to see what is best for a customer’s wallet.

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Apple Self Service Repair Program Does Not Support Upgrade of Mac’s Logic Board
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Apple Self Service Repair Program Does Not Support Upgrade of Mac's Logic Board

Arnold Zafra · 1:48 PM EDT, Aug 24th, 2022 · Add Comment

Apple’s Self Service Repair Program does not support logic board upgrades, as it requires the same configuration of the original MacBook.

OBS Live Streaming App Beta Now Optimized for Apple Silicon Macs
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OBS Live Streaming App Beta Now Optimized for Apple Silicon Macs

Arnold Zafra · 1:26 PM EDT, Aug 5th, 2022 · Add Comment

Popular live streaming app OBS released the first beta version of OBS Studio 28, now optimized for Apple’s Silicon Macs.

Asahi Linux Now Supports Mac Studio and M2 MacBooks
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Asahi Linux Now Supports Mac Studio and M2 MacBooks

Jeff Butts · 5:03 PM EDT, Jul 18th, 2022 · Add Comment

In its July alpha build, Asahi Linux adds support for the Mac Studio and just-released M2 MacBook Air and MacBook Pro models.

Refurbished Mac Studios Once Again Available Through Apple Store
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Refurbished Mac Studios Once Again Available Through Apple Store

Nick deCourville · 3:01 PM EDT, Jul 7th, 2022 · Add Comment

Apple has once again restocked its refurbished inventory of the Mac Studio through its U.S. online store. Models go as low as $1,799.

Arm Chips Drive 10% of the PC Market, Apple Dominates Majority of the Share
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Arm Chips Drive 10% of the PC Market, Apple Dominates Majority of the Share

Nick deCourville · 3:45 PM EDT, Jun 21st, 2022 · Add Comment

Reports are indicating that Arm based chips are driving 10% of the PC market, a market that is currently dominated by Apple.

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Researchers Discover Not So Serious Flaw That Affects Data at Rest in Apple Silicon Chips

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A new research discovered a not so serious flaw in Apple Silicon Chips that can potentially leak data at rest.

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