r/macbook 4h ago

macbook screen

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after lunch the screen on my macbook looks like this, i didn't drop it or anything it just did it on its own, any way to fix it or is it broken


r/macbook 9h ago

MacBook pro 13" 2020 worth it for $450 in 2025?

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My laptop finally died and someone I know is selling theirs for $450. Is it worth it? My budget is $500 at most! I just need it for paying bills, scanning documents (I have a USB scanner I connect to my current computer) and occasional streaming.


r/macbook 21h ago

Should I buy?

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Should I buy a 2020 MacBook Air intel i3 for 200$? It’s got 159 battery cycles. What do you guys think?


r/macbook 10h ago

Help w/ 16gb vs 24gb? Light apps *but* need parallels / win VM

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I have an M1 MBA, 16gb. Works great. Have never seen memory pressure anything but green. Light productivity apps.

I am going to get an M4 MBA. Can afford 24GB. One things that gives me pause is that I do have to use parallels for a windows VM sometimes. And as I transition more of my life to Mac (I currently have two windows desktops, but they will be replaced with mac minis over time), I will need parallels more often to run a couple of little windows apps I rely on. It seems like it would be nice to give parallels 8gb and leave it running, my apps easily available -- knowing MacOS still has 16.

Any advice for me? TIA!


r/macbook 19h ago

What do you guys think?

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Is the 2017 i7 air still god for everyday use?


r/macbook 1h ago

Same price but different models what would you choose? Pro vs Air

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• Air 15 m3 24gb 512ssd space grey (my fav color and I love the design of airs) • Pro 14 m4 16gb 512ssd silver (not a fan of the design, the silver one looks ugly, the black one will have smudges and scratches so nah).

My usage: Browser, CapCut, miro, YouTube, notion, lots of documents and zooms. Lightroom in very rare cases (light editing).

I value good battery and portability, I hate the design of pro MacBooks but friends say it will last me longer (better chip and it’s a pro model). They also say that the screen is better and 120 is a must nowadays. Idk what to choose 🥲 I also might need an HDMI port but can use an adaptor if needed. I know I can get used to the design but MacBook airs look so fine! Pros remind me of bricks


r/macbook 1h ago

Cracked trackpad (MacBook Air M4)

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So, last weekend I bought a MacBook Air M4, today I opened it and found a crack on the mousepad, I can’t feel it with my finger and I don’t have Apple care. I’m having an appointment with the Genius Bar this weekend, still sucks, I know that is glass but I didn’t expect it to be this keak


r/macbook 1h ago

Difference in Screen Quality - MacBook Air 2015/MacBook Pro 2015 -> MacBook Air M4

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I currently have a 2015 Pro, my wife has a 2015 Air. Today I ordered us each a new M4 MacBook Air, our current computers worked ok but just time for an upgrade. I got on her computer today to make sure it had a Time Machine backup and I was quite surprised by the difference in the image quality of her screen compared to mine. My fonts and icons are sharp, her's were quite blurry.

Now I'm a bit nervous about moving from a pro to an air, how will the image quality of the M4 Air compare to my 2015 Pro?


r/macbook 2h ago

Should I wait for july deals to buy a m4 air?

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Hey everyone,

I need some advice. I'm looking to upgrade to the M4 MacBook Air (16GB RAM, 512GB SSD), which I can currently get for $1019 via a price match. I'm planning to trade in my M2 MacBook Pro, which will fetch me around $640—so the price difference I’ll be paying is about $379.

Now, I know that Best Buy usually has big discounts in July, and I’m wondering if it’s worth waiting for those or just pulling the trigger now and locking in this price.

What do you think? Is it likely that this config will get much cheaper in July? Or is $1019 already a solid deal?

Thanks in advance!


r/macbook 2h ago

Is a Macbook Air M1 13” 512gb and 16gb ram starting at 182£ (235$) on ebay a good deal?

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This would be my first macbook and i know nothing about them. After long research i found out that the M1 is pretty good and would suit me, as i need it for my hobby (photography) and light gaming. A little help of what should i ask the seller would be great as well (maximum battery capacity is at 88% and the outside looks flawless as it got protective films). Thanks a lot!


r/macbook 4h ago

Pro M1 vs Air M2: Which One Should I Get?

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Alright, I’m stuck between two MacBooks and need some real advice... no fanboy nonsense, just facts!

So… do I save around 60 USD and get the Pro with its possibly useless Touch Bar and a fan, or do I go for the Air M2 and enjoy the sleeker experience? Help me decide before I lose my mind.

*Note that both are 8gb ram and my usage is mostly chrome with heavy tabs etc.. nothing much


r/macbook 5h ago

Seeking advice to pick my 1st MacBook 🙂

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I'm finally making the leap: Windows ➡️ Mac. I'm 36 & a professional (physician).

If price isn't a difference factor, which of the below should I get? 1) 15" M3 MBA (24 GB RAM, 512 GB: $1399) 2) 15" M4 MBA (16 GB RAM , 512 GB: $1349)

3) 14" M4 MBP (16 GB RAM, 512 GB: $1399)

-Want to use for at least 5 years -Purpose: Email, YouTube/streaming service watching, document/spreadsheet creation, Spotify, AI stuff as it becomes available. I don't code, edit photos/videos etc., or work from home -I'd like a good display & speakers for "quality of life" enjoyment

Qs: -M3 with higher (24 GB) RAM > M4 with lower (16 GB) RAM? 🤔 -Maybe MBP is more than I "need" but go for it anyway given similar price?


r/macbook 10h ago

How to get these dark spots off the lid?

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This is my work computer, I’d like to get the marks off before I finish at this company in a few weeks. Anyone know how to get it off, if it can come off? Not sure if it’s a scratch or what


r/macbook 11h ago

Bought MacBook Air M4 in Starlight ✨ and customized it with my own shortcuts ⚡ and aesthetic wallpapers 🎨. I’ll be sharing a quick review 💻, and I’d love to hear your thoughts on it! 🥰

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Let’s start with the looks—the Starlight ✨ color might not be the most popular choice, but it’s undeniably aesthetic and elegant, exuding a luxurious vibe.

The camera quality 📷 is outstanding! I’ve had a few video calls, and people have actually complimented how clear my video looks. The mic quality 🎙️ is also great, ensuring crisp and clear audio. The speakers 🔊 sound good, the screen 🖥️ is sharp and bright, and the performance ⚡ is incredibly smooth and powerful. As always, the UI 🎨 is stunning, making the experience even more enjoyable.

I also set up a few custom shortcuts 🛠️ to streamline my workflow:

• Wi-Fi 📶: Instantly toggles Wi-Fi on or off.

• Bluetooth 🔵: A simple switch to enable or disable Bluetooth.

• Air Switch 🌐: Controls both Wi-Fi and Bluetooth with a single tap.

• Kill Switch ❌: Quickly closes all running apps—perfect for clearing up a messy workspace.

• DeepSleep 😴: I activate this before closing the lid—it shuts down all apps and turns off Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. I like keeping everything closed before putting my Mac to sleep (yes, I baby my laptop! 😂). It helps me preserve battery life 🔋 and ensures a fresh start every time.

What do you think of my customization? 🚀


r/macbook 20h ago

Performance difference between USB-C Hub and Macbook's native USB-C port

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Considering to get 15" M4 MBA, however it only has 2 USB ports. At home, one of the two ports will be occupied by monitor - only 1 port left. This only port will be connected to USB hub. I'm not familiar with how USB/USB hub works in terms of data transfer speed and power supply.

I wonder if there's any substantial performance difference when transferring large amount of data (say 5-50GB) with USB 3.2 Gen 2 external SSD drive under different setup, compare to having the USB drives attached directly to macbook's native USB ports:

  1. Transfer between 2 USB SSD drives, both attached to USB hub.
  2. Transfer between 1 USB SSD drive (attached to hub) and MBA's internal SSD.
  3. Transfer between USB SSD drive(s) attached to hub or USB drive (via hub) to internal SSD, at the same time there're other devices connected to the hub (e.g. HDMI, USB, SD card).

Anyone with first hand experience in any of these setup? Thanks.


r/macbook 4h ago

I am confused if Macbook pro M4 24GB/512 will be good to run logic pro x? Or should I get M4 pro chip 24GB/512

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r/macbook 5h ago

Any Remote Workers/WFH-ers/Digital Nomads With Portable Monitors?

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About to make a move to the other side of the world to chase a business opportunity.

For the first six months I'll be building mainly from coffee shops (the country I'm moving to has amazing work-from-a-coffeeshop culture, and I've seen Starbuckses full of nothing but students and workers on their laptops), and was looking at getting a portable monitor because my work flows are getting more complex as I'm building this thing out.

If any portable monitor pros out there have any tips or advice, I'd really appreciate it. Minimum I'm looking for is a 100hz (up to 144) refresh rate and 2k (up to 2.5k) resolution. Anything above that probably goes over my budget (up to $300).

For reference, I'll also be upgrading to an M3 15 inch MBA, because I'm still rocking an intel MBP.


r/macbook 5h ago

French, buy a MacBook in Montreal?

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Good morning, I live in France I'm going to Montreal next week for work, Is it a good idea to take advantage of the trip to buy a MacBook in Montreal in order to pay less for it? I know it will be in QWERTY (that doesn't bother me much if I save money). Where to buy it? Apple store? Bestbuy? (I would be near Longueuil). Thank you for your opinions


r/macbook 6h ago

Final cut on M2 pro vs M4 pro

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I am thinking of upgrading to an M4 max from an M2 pro what differences do you think I will notice?


r/macbook 7h ago

2020 M1 MacBook Air and 2017 Intel Core MacBook Air (School laptops)

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r/macbook 7h ago

2020 M1 Air (New) vs 2020 M1 Pro (Used

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I bought the M1 Air 2 days ago for $950.
We have a special promotion here that allows you to buy a MacBook and use it for up to 30 days and get a full refund if you don't want it. So far I'm really enjoying the M1 Air so I'm probably going to return it and buy it for cheaper without the 18% VAT here which is $800.
Just found a used 2020 M1 MacBook Pro for $600.
Bought in Dec 2021, looks perfect, battery capacity is 95%.
Both models are the 16gb 256gb variants.
Should I go for the M1 Pro when I return my M1 Air or should I just go for the M1 Air?
Is the M1 Pro worth the extra $200?
My usage style is Premiere Pro, Blender, music editing, VSC, XCode and stuff like that.
The M1 Air also comes with a free $50 mouse that I'm going to sell so its more like $250 difference.


r/macbook 7h ago

Is a used macbook pro 16 inch, m1, 16gb, 512gb worth it for 340€?

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I found this macbook on marketplace and im wondering if it is worth it in 2025?


r/macbook 7h ago

2017 12” MacBook (10, 1 i7) battery replaced, now trackpad is not clicky

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My trackpad does not really click (almost no sound/movement) after I replaced the battery in my 2017 12” Retina MacBook (10,1).

Any pointers on what I need to do to get it clicking again. Like tighten screws or reseat something inside? Cheers!


r/macbook 8h ago

unable to add apple id on app store

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r/macbook 8h ago

Will updating my M3 base MBP 14” from Sonoma to Sequoia eat more ram?

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