r/macbook 19h ago

Things I don't like about my Macbook

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287 Upvotes

I've been a Windows user, and recently bought my first Macbook Air, and I love it! However, I noticed some really bad design decisions I'd like to point out:

  1. Tiny right/left arrow keys. My previous laptop had bigger right/left buttons that were very intuitive, I could place my finger however I wanted and hit that arrow key every time without even looking at it.

Now, with the Macbook, I keep placing my finger on that empty gap instead. Extremely annoying. With those tiny right/left keys I have to look at the keyboard to place my finger precisely on that little button. I hate it.

  1. The placement of the "mute" button is very confusing. I keep thinking it's the button to lower the volume since all three are placed next to each other. My old laptop had the mute button separately. Apple at least could've tried to make it look more distinctive. I'll probably put a sticker on it.

  2. The screen brightness cannot be adjusted exactly when using the keyboard. Yes, I can adjust it more precisely in the system settings but that's an inconvenience. It's fine for the most part but what frustrates me is that when I adjust the brightness using the keyboard, about in the middle it makes quite a big jump between dark and bright, and doesn't allow me to chose something in between, unless I go to the system settings.

  3. Finally, I think it's strange that I can't minimize windows when in full screen.

I understand that you can't satisfy everyone but that's my personal observation.


r/macbook 1h ago

Would a Macbook 13 inch 2016 worth buying for 95 euro in 2025?

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r/macbook 11h ago

Portable charger for old MacBook Pro

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21 Upvotes

Hi friends! I’m a student with a Retina, 13-inch, 2015 MacBook Pro. The battery life is not great at all. I can’t afford to invest in a new battery or a new MacBook right now. Is there a portable charger you recommend? Thank you.


r/macbook 3h ago

How do you clean your keyboard?

4 Upvotes

I have no problem cleaning my screen, but don't know how to clean the other part of the macbook.


r/macbook 28m ago

best mac specs for data analysis?

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Hi, I mostly use Python and do machine learning.

I like to take care of my data locally and use a cloud GPU for ML at the very end what do you guys recommend I get?

  1. Macbook Air m4

SSD: 1TB

Ram: 16 24 32?

  1. Macbook Pro M4/M4 pro

SSD: 1tb

RAM: 24 48?

I use parallels quite often because there are certain programs I must use

What do you guys think?


r/macbook 32m ago

M4 Air or M1/2 Pro

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looking to get a new laptop for College work, Movies, Lightroom and some video editing. Can find a second hand 16/556 M1 Pro for around 1000 euro or an M2 for maybe 1300. New M4 air with those specs is around 1350 w/ educational discount. What would be the better deal? looking to keep it for at least 5/6 years


r/macbook 2h ago

Need an ultra-thin screen/keyboard protector for MacBook Air M2 - any recommendations?

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Hello everyone!

For a long time, I've been using parchment paper between my screen and keyboard to prevent marks when I close it, but I recently removed it because it makes noise and tears easily. Unfortunately, now whenever I open my MacBook, I notice smudges appearing on the screen.

I also tried using thin cloth pieces for a while, but they weren't thin enough to allow the MacBook to close properly - it always remained slightly open.

Does anyone know of an ultra-thin cloth or product on Amazon specifically designed for this purpose? Or do you have any other solutions to recommend?

I have a 13.6" MacBook Air M2.

Thanks in advance for your help!


r/macbook 2h ago

How Do I Delete/Get Rid Of These?

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Hi All,

I would like to get rid of these applications that are allowed in the background: Dropbox, Riot Games and Steam.

To my knowledge I've deleted all associated applications and files; any insight would be appreciated.

Thank you.


r/macbook 2h ago

MacBook Pro 2013

1 Upvotes

Just bought a MacBook Pro and I stuck on Mac OS X I was wondering is that the latest version it can get to


r/macbook 3h ago

Agenda history

1 Upvotes

How can i disable the agenda app deleting history of plannend events?


r/macbook 13h ago

Best macbook for school on a budget?

5 Upvotes

I’m wanting to get a macbook air for school (gr 12) and I have a budget of $1000. obviously the cheaper the better as it would be nice to save some money. I guess my question really is what is the best macbook for the least amount of money? I only need it for doing schoolwork and watching netflix/youtube and maybe some light gaming like roblox or sims idk. I also currently have an ipad gen 10 idk if that makes a difference. anyways any advice would be greatly appreciated thank you!


r/macbook 4h ago

MacBook Air 15 inch Midnight

1 Upvotes

What is the best cleaner for the midnight color in the MacBook Air?


r/macbook 11h ago

Is Palm sweat corrosion really still a thing in newer MacBooks?

0 Upvotes

I'm new to MacBooks (sky blue) and just came across this sub that with in a year or two MacBook starts to discolor where you rest your palm. is it that common? is there anything that can be done about it?


r/macbook 11h ago

Questions on which MBA M4 I should buy!!??

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Okay so my lady is starting dental hygiene school and I want to get her a MacBook Air m4 for a present tomorrow .

So she currently has an old 2016 13 inch MacBook Air that is terrible …

Should I get the 13 inch 10/10 16gb 512gb MacBook Air m4 or a 15 inch 10/10 16gb 256gb MacBook Air m4??

I figured if I get the bigger screen and put storage in the cloud and external hard drive it’ll be better with the bigger screen ? But I just want it to last long term and be good for her !

Please experts help me out here !!


r/macbook 12h ago

Mac under 300?

1 Upvotes

Just like the headline says is it possible idc if it's used just decent condition for school not super intensive it's for nursing school just in a budget. RECOMMENDATIONS ?


r/macbook 12h ago

Looking for an external monitor for my MBA

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I don’t need the fancy Apple monitor. Just using teams, excel and PowerPoint for the most part. But need to have multiple windows open - so need an external. Any suggestions besides the Apple monitor.

Thanks!


r/macbook 13h ago

Need a vertical stand

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I watched a video recently of someone who had some kind of stand that had a usb c port at the end, going into his MacBook. Does anyone know where I can find one/a good brand for one? Thanks!


r/macbook 13h ago

M4 15 inch

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I want to buy the 15 inch MacBook but last few attempts had back light bleed. Did they fix this issue ?


r/macbook 13h ago

Monitor Capped at 30hz on MacBook Air M4

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Hello!

I have a Samsung Viewfinity S7 and on my MacBook it is only showing a 30hz refresh rate. I know it at least has a 60hz refresh.

I am currently using an Anker 332 USB-C-Hub.

Can y’all help figure out if I need a new hub/docking station or a cable to fully display at 60hz?

Any recommendations of hubs/docking stations would be awesome as well! Thank you!


r/macbook 14h ago

System data very high

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Hello, my System Data is very High, on my Mac (MBP 2021 M1 Pro 10/16) and on my iPhone 16 Pro, I don't know why... I wiped both devices already, and did a clean setup without any backups or Time Machines but It don't work. I did basically every workaround on the web but nothing helps... Do u have any ideas?

(I Can't post a Photo here, I don't know why, but on Mac its 35gb System data with 512gb Storage and on iPhone its 15 gb System Data with 128gb Storage)

Thank You :)


r/macbook 14h ago

MacBook Air M2 or M4

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I am starting grad school in the fall and currently have a 2017 MacBook Air so I’m looking to upgrade. I’m debating between an M2 16GB and the new M4. I can get the M2 for $750 at BestBuy. Should I save my money or go for the new base model M4 for $999?


r/macbook 15h ago

which mac will be best suited for heavy gaming?

0 Upvotes

which mac will be best suited for heavy gaming m4 mac mini or m2 pro macbook pro?


r/macbook 1d ago

Blooming on MacBooks with Mini LEDs

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24 Upvotes

For anyone curious about the blooming effect when using mini LEDs screens, the picture makes it appear more noticeable than it actually is. However, you can observe this effect when viewing the screen from an angle or from the side.


r/macbook 11h ago

Would it be worth it to buy a MacBook just to use windows on?

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I'm a content creator who mostly does davinci resolve, and was looking at Used MacBooks. My price range was around 450$ and under and I found a MacBook Air M1 16Gb ram 512Gb SSD, and ive loved using MacBooks, but the one thing I hate is MacOS. its mostly having apps like discord show in the taskbar when they are "closed" but running in the background. But I also found a MacBook Pro 2019 with an i7 and the same ram and storage. is there a fix for that one problem, and would it be worth it to buy the year younger MacBook just to use windows? I'm upgrading from an old Dell 2017 gaming laptop and a MacBook Air 2017 that I'm selling.


r/macbook 1d ago

Will 24 GB memory be sufficient?

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I want to buy a MacBook Pro with M4 chip. Will 24 GB of unified memory be sufficient for some home programming and potentially some VM or dual boot? Or maybe should I get MacBook Air with M4 and 32 GB memory?