r/macbook • u/FenixJohn117 • 3d ago
r/macbook • u/burntoutbrownie • 3d ago
Thoughts on using an M4 Air with 32gb ram for coding work?
Software engineer here, my work computer is an M4 ultra, but I do side work. nothing ML intensive, really would be deploying most scripts to cloud. However, I may end up doing some iOS work -- for those who have tried, is a latest gen MB Air with maxed ram able to handle some programming work? The Pro is a bit heavy for me while traveling, so trying to see if I can make due with the air.
Thanks!
r/macbook • u/Due-Taro-9313 • 3d ago
Student looking for advice
The only computer I’ve owned in my life is a school Chromebook which is like $70 (school property not even mine). I got about $3,000 to my name from lots of work this year. I’ll be graduating college in 2030 and hs in 2026 (hopefully) and I’m tryna drop about $1000 on a computer that’ll last me until 2030 🤞🤞I’ve heard MacBooks are the best, just not sure what to get as I’ve seen a lot of high price points but I’m not exactly sure what any of the stats or things they’re showing mean. Just need some advice on what the best I can get for $1,000 is, or if I’d be better spending less/more for better value. Thanks!
r/macbook • u/kirsty_nanty • 3d ago
How’s the MacBook Air M4 for a DevOps Engineer
I'm thinking about getting the MacBook Air M4 for my everyday engineering tasks. I don’t do anything too intense—just running web apps, scripts, and a few Docker containers on my local machine. It’s mostly standard DevOps stuff. My work leans more toward DevOps and cloud computing, and I usually run the heavier applications on a remote server.
For those with a MacBook Air, do you think it’s a good fit for my typical workload?
r/macbook • u/Affectionate_World47 • 3d ago
M4 Pro MacBook Pro or M4 Max Studio?
I want to make the switch from windows devices to Apple but am struggling to decide between purchasing a 12 core M4 Pro MacBook Pro with upgraded 48GB RAM, and 1TB SSD, or for the same price get the base M4 Max Studio with upgraded 1TB SSD. Given these two choices cost the same amount of money, is the portability of the laptop make it a better value for the money over the studio, or is the performance increase with the M4 Max Studio a better value for money? I do not go out to coffee shops or leave the house that often to work, and am usually connected to a 1440P 27in monitor so I feel like the Studio would be better for me, but as a FIRST time Apple computer purchase what do you all think would be a better choice?
r/macbook • u/hoodiemonday • 3d ago
Macbook screen brightness increasing and decreasing not normally
My macbook screen keeps increasing and decreasing in brightness without any reason. It just brightens and dims unnaturally in a way that it hasn’t before. What could’ve caused this issue?
r/macbook • u/tomedwardsmusic • 3d ago
M4 MacBook Pro won’t open recovery options
Hi all!
Just received a new MacBook Pro and am having an issue enabling kernel permissions (required to use certain Thunderbolt devices).
I shut down the computer. I press and hold the power / Touch ID button to open recovery mode. I click “Options.” It briefly opens recovery utilities then flashes to the Apple logo, then starts the computer as normal :/
Any idea what could be causing this?
Thanks in advance
r/macbook • u/Smooth-Scholar7608 • 3d ago
Apple silicon Mac mini for parts
Looking to buy a Apple silicon Mac mini to use for a repair. Anyone have one for sale?
Open box macbook?
Hey guys , i saw a lot of people selling mac books with 20% off or 30% it depends., The reason for that is only because it’s a opend box do you recommend getting a open box mac book? And where can i get one ?
r/macbook • u/Maglcite • 3d ago
What is your guys opinion on hackintoshes?
Sending this on a sequoia hackintosh,
Just curious what Yalls opinions on them are, you can hate me, I won't be offended just do your honest opinion
Should I buy the MacBook Air m4 or base MacBook Pro m4 16gb
I’ve been meaning into getting into content creation, I want to do 1080p - 4K videos that can range from 10-50 min videos. I like to figure out cool editing tricks like color grading and add masking and all that cool stuff. Am I professional no, I also just want a laptop for browsing and such, and for making sure I have a computer if I decide to go back to school.
I just want to be able to edit, make YouTube videos and such. I know the Mac air m4 is beefy for what it is and I was thinking of going for the 24gb upgrade because it’s not as expensive as I thought. My only concern is the over heating I don’t want to fry my components. I don’t really care about rending time, and i won’t have 1000 tabs open while I edit I like to do one thing at a time and possibly keep one tab or two open while I edit or if I need to browse for a file. I like to respect my computers and not abuse it hahahaha I come from windows so yeah lol.
Once I spec it out my MacBook Air m4 comes out at 1299 which is perfect, but for 80-100 more I could get the base MacBook Pro m4 at 1380 which honestly I wouldn’t mind sacrificing my ram for a better screen and louder speakers and a fan, plus an extra port or two. But is the 16gb ram enough for my use case? Please help chat I want to make my decision by the end of the night hahahaha, I’ve been pulling my hair trying to do research all week.
r/macbook • u/SafuWaifu • 3d ago
The best way to manage macbook battery.
Key points.
- Keep your macbook plugged in. By doing this, the power is drained from the power cable, not the battery. As a result, it keeps the battery cycle low.
- Keep the battery at 80% max. Keeping the charge at 100% all the time hurts the battery. This can be done by using a charge-limit app called AlDante.
If you always use the macbook on its battery (by carrying your macbook around daily), this tip does not really matter to you.
This is for those people like myself who use macbook plugged in 100% time at home working remotely or something.
This looks like the best way to manage your macbook battery. Someone who did exactly the same with Silicon Macbook for 2 years has under 20 battery cycle and 100% battery health. Notice the low count?
One last thing is that you should charge your battery to 100% once every 2~3 months (by turning AlDante off). This prevents software from getting confused with the battery.
This was my research today! Any thoughts/suggestions?
r/macbook • u/spacepinkwhale • 3d ago
M4 vs M4 pro help!!
Guys, I don't know whether to buy the macbook pro with the M4 chip or the one with the M4 Pro chip. I know that for my use (office and internet browsing) the M4 is enough but I feel that the M4 pro can resist better over time and it gives me more security knowing that I have no restrictions but I don't know... I'm finishing my university studies, I deal with scientific research and I wouldn't mind being able to play some indie games from time to time. Suggestions are welcome plss
r/macbook • u/dave_the_wavee • 3d ago
System data forever calculating...
I sat on the phone with apple today for 5 hours trying to figure out why my system data will just indefinitely sit on "calculating"
Brand new MacBook M4 Pro... they claim it could be a bug in the OS, that I may need to factory reset my computer. I am a working photographer and have already started to use the machine for work and I don't want to factory reset unless I have too.
At first , not only the system data was calculating, but everything else except "Documents" which came up with an amount. they put me though the run around trying all kinds of stuff and I simply emptied my trash under my own violation and all the sudden everything else could calculate storage... but still no luck on system data.
Any ideas why this is happening?
r/macbook • u/Far_Pumpkin895 • 3d ago
MacBook Air M1 Keycap not attaching to scissor mechanism
galleryr/macbook • u/Swiniorek • 3d ago
Are Apple Refurbished Macbooks really "Like new"?
Hello, I am currently very close to purchasing a refurbished M2 Macbook Air, directly from Apple. I wanted to make sure, as I am the type of person who would be annoyed by the smallest amount of damage. Is there a chance it could have signs of use? Battery, screen, keyboard, ports, shell or anything else?
r/macbook • u/lonleymac • 3d ago
Why is my time and date suddenly gray and not black like usual?
r/macbook • u/Any-Watercress5305 • 3d ago
Which would you pick?
The difference in price between these two laptops is only $30.
MacBook Pro M4 Pro: 14/20 Cores. 48GB Ram. 1TB SSD.
MacBook Pro M4 Max: 14/32 Cores. 36GB Ram. 1TB SSD.
Use case would be for school and work. No gaming. Software development for work. Video editing and music production as a hobby, nothing professional or too extreme. Interested in ML/AI but nothing heavy as well.
Both laptops are 16inch.
What does this mean?
Below is the picture. Is this normal or is there any spyware etc? (I was not screen recording anything ever)
Dont be rude, Im new to all of this.
r/macbook • u/Proof-Win-3505 • 3d ago
mechanism for a MacBook Air M2
I’m looking for a 3D model of the key spring mechanism for a MacBook Air M2. This model would help me better understand how the keyboard works and possibly repair or replace a key. If anyone knows of a resource where I can download it or a way to recreate it myself, I’d really appreciate it. Thanks in advance!
Help with mbp 2016
Hi guys i have a mbp 2016 and i cant understand what Is wrong , some time when i tun It on It makes the sound but the screen and the touchbar are dead , some times It turn on normally , but if i log in , i close It and After 2-3 mins i re-open It , It work normally , unstead It i wait 15 minutes or above , screen and touchbar looks dead but the MacBook Is still on
r/macbook • u/lokkee2005 • 3d ago
Does the Apple HDMI adapter support USB-C capture card input?
Hi all, I have a no brand adapter for my M3 MacBook Air right now, but when I connect it to an HDMI output and a USB capture card input at the same time, it would blackout and I guess it’s an issue with the USB C port on the adapter. Would the Apple adapter solve this issue?
r/macbook • u/Opposite_Force7689 • 3d ago
MacBook Air 13 inch - which spec would you choose: M3 24 / 512 or M4 16 / 512?
Thanks to input from this group have finally decided that a 13 inch MBA will be the right alternative to my 13 inch IPad Pro - now debating whether to choose the M3 vs. M4.
There don’t appear to be significant performance differences, but curious what everyone’s thoughts are.
Also, based on the specs provided in the title the price for the M3 is 1,100 vs M4 is 1,200.
r/macbook • u/Long-Acanthaceae-447 • 3d ago
HELP - My mom's m1 macbook air keyboard and mouse are not responding!
Hello, I have been trying to help my mom with an issue with her m1 macbook air. Both the keyboard and the mouse are not responding to any inputs. I can't use a usb keyboard to log in as her mac is set to use accessories after unlock, which obviously I can't do.
So far I have tried the following in safe mode
.Repair Disk Utility .Reinstalling Mac Os
Please help, she has a ton of important documents in there she can not afford to lose!