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Why Does My MacBook Keep Turning Off? Answers and Fixes
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Why Does My MacBook Keep Turning Off? Answers and Fixes

Arnold Zafra · March 13, 2023

Does your MacBook keep turning off? You’re not alone. It happens to many users, so Arnold Zafra gives some tips to fix the issue.

How to Open the Camera on MacBook
How-To

How to Open the Camera on MacBook

Arnold Zafra · March 10, 2023

If you don’t know how to open the camera on your MacBook, this guide will walk you through the steps to do so when you need to use it.

Why Is My MacBook Fan So Loud & How to Fix It
How-To

Why Is My MacBook Fan So Loud & How to Fix It

Jeff Butts · March 7, 2023

Why is my MacBook fan so loud? This can be due to fan dust, room temperature or resource-intensive processes that you are running.

How to Find MAC Address on MacBook
How-To

How to Find MAC Address on MacBook

Arnold Zafra · January 19, 2023

Knowing how to find the MAC address on your MacBook can sometimes be useful, especially when configuring a network router.

Podcast
Whispers of New MacBook Pros and iPhone Sales – TMO Daily Observations 2023-01-17

Whispers of New MacBook Pros and iPhone Sales - TMO Daily Observations 2023-01-17

Ken_Ray · January 17, 2023 · Add Comment

With a new MacBook Pro announcement rumored for today, TMO Managing Editor Jeff Butts and Ken question what might make a laptop exciting again. Plus – continuing to size-up iPhone sales for the current quarter.

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“Big Tech” as Bad Guy and a Touching Rumor – TMO Daily Observations 2023-01-12

"Big Tech" as Bad Guy and a Touching Rumor - TMO Daily Observations 2023-01-12

Ken_Ray · January 12, 2023 · Add Comment

POTUS thinks he’s found a cause to unify the left and the right in Congress: Fighting big tech. TMO writer Nick deCourville joins Ken to discuss President Biden’s WSJ call to arms. Then – A rumor about a touchscreen Mac on the horizon. Nick and Ken discuss the merits.

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How to Test Your Mac with Apple Diagnostics
How-To

How to Test Your Mac with Apple Diagnostics

Nick deCourville · December 22, 2022

This guide will show you how to run a test with Apple Diagnostics, which can let you know of any hardware issues with your Mac.

How to Change the Battery Settings on Your Mac Notebook
How-To

How to Change the Battery Settings on Your Mac Notebook

Nick deCourville · December 19, 2022

The ability to change and tweak Battery settings on your Mac notebook can save you energy while also extending the life of your battery.

Review: Shargeek’s 35-Watt Retro Charger Brings Power and Fun Design

Review: Shargeek's 35-Watt Retro Charger Brings Power and Fun Design

Nick deCourville · December 14, 2022

Today we’re reviewing the Shargeek 35-Watt Retro GaN Charger, which offers fast and efficient charging with a super-cool design.

Court Grants Apple’s M Settlement Offer in Butterfly Keyboard Lawsuit
News

Court Grants Apple’s $50M Settlement Offer in Butterfly Keyboard Lawsuit

Jeff Butts · November 30, 2022

A U.S. court has granted preliminary approval to Apple’s $50 million settlement offer in the butterfly keyboard lawsuit.

Samsung Believes Apple Will Enter Foldable Device Market by 2024, Starting with Tablets, Notebooks
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Samsung Believes Apple Will Enter Foldable Device Market by 2024, Starting with Tablets, Notebooks

Nick deCourville · November 4, 2022

Samsung believes Apple may enter the foldable device market as soon as 2024, starting with tablets and notebooks rather than a smartphone.

Kuo: Apple’s Next MacBook Production Hub Might Be in Thailand
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Kuo: Apple's Next MacBook Production Hub Might Be in Thailand

Arnold Zafra · October 12, 2022

Kuo predicts that Apple might move its MacBook production hub to Thailand to help diversify its assembly line and move away from China.

Review: Commuter Backpack Is a Fantastic Bag for Pros on the Go (Harber London)

Review: Commuter Backpack Is a Fantastic Bag for Pros on the Go (Harber London)

Nick deCourville · September 22, 2022

Today we’re looking at the Commuter Backpack from Harber London, which provides simple elegance and rigid functionality.

iFixIt Argues Apple’s Self Service Repair Program Makes MacBooks ‘Seem Less Repairable’
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iFixIt Argues Apple's Self Service Repair Program Makes MacBooks 'Seem Less Repairable'

Nick deCourville · August 24, 2022

Apple has expanded its self-repair program to include M1 MacBooks, however, a report from iFixIt argues Apple may be complicating repairs

North Korean Lazarus Hackers Targetting Mac Users with Fake Job Ad
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North Korean Lazarus Hackers Targetting Mac Users with Fake Job Ad

Arnold Zafra · August 22, 2022

North Korean Lazarus hackers are targeting Mac users by posting job ads for Coinbase containing malicious files that can compromise Macs.

Apple Plans to Move Manufacturing of Apple Watch and MacBooks to Vietnam
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Apple Plans to Move Manufacturing of Apple Watch and MacBooks to Vietnam

Arnold Zafra · August 17, 2022

Apple plans to move manufacturing of the Apple Watch and MacBook to Vietnam as its looks to diversify production away from China.

Apple Butterfly Keyboard Settlement to Cost Tech Giant Up to  Million
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Apple Butterfly Keyboard Settlement to Cost Tech Giant Up to $50 Million

Jeff Butts · July 19, 2022

Apple’s settlement of the butterfly keyboard lawsuit could cost the tech giant up to $50 million, with consumers getting payments up to $395.

Apple on Track to Release OLED iPad by 2024, Focus on Lightweight Design and Superior Image Quality
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Apple on Track to Release OLED iPad by 2024, Focus on Lightweight Design and Superior Image Quality

Nick deCourville · July 12, 2022

With a focus on superior image quality and weight, reports indicate that Apple is on track to release its first OLED iPad by 2024.

Siblings Face Sentencing For Theft and Sale of Stolen MacBooks
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Siblings Face Sentencing For Theft and Sale of Stolen MacBooks

Nick deCourville · April 19, 2022

Two siblings out of Redwood City, California have been sentenced to prison for their role in stealing and reselling MacBooks. Both are facing prison time.

Apple Testing Nine New Mac Models with M2 Apple Silicon Chips
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Apple Testing Nine New Mac Models with M2 Apple Silicon Chips

Arnold Zafra · April 15, 2022

Apple is reportedly testing new Mac models that will feature the M2 Apple Silicon chips and an advanced version of the M1 chip.

Owning a Recalled MacBook Pro: My Experience with the Genius Bar
Columns & Opinions

Owning a Recalled MacBook Pro: My Experience with the Genius Bar

Nick deCourville · April 14, 2022

After receiving a MacBook Pro with a keyboard recalled by Apple, one user recounts their experience with Apple’s Genius Bar.

Folsom Man Pleads Guilty to Selling Stolen MacBooks, Over 1000 MacBooks Stolen
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Folsom Man Pleads Guilty to Selling Stolen MacBooks, Over 1000 MacBooks Stolen

Nick deCourville · April 12, 2022

A Folsom, California man by the name of Philip James has pleaded guilty to transporting over 1000 stolen MacBooks across state lines.

Tuck and Roll With WaterField Designs New ‘Tuck Backpack’
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Tuck and Roll With WaterField Designs New 'Tuck Backpack'

Andrew Orr · January 4, 2022

WaterField’s new Tuck Backpack is a modern take on the European military rucksack. It features full-grain leather and ergonomic straps.

2021: Reviewing a Year of Apple Hardware
Columns & Opinions

2021: Reviewing a Year of Apple Hardware

Jeff Butts · December 31, 2021

Apple unveiled a number of new products in 2021, along with some discontinued items. Let’a check out a year in review of Apple hardware.

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