According to these patents, the future of the Mac could be very strange
Apple comes up with a lot of great ideas, but sometimes it misses the mark -- by a long, long way. These are the strangest Mac ideas Apple has ever patented.
Apple patents strange iPhone-MacBook hybrid charging dock
An intriguing new Apple patent shows the company is considering a strange charging dock, one that could combine an iPhone or iPad with a MacBook. The phone or tablet would be slotted into place inside the charging dock’s housing, with the dock then controlling your device and providing it with power.
The ultra-slim 2019 MacBook Air is $200 off on Amazon right now
Super-slim laptops are becoming the norm, but the MacBook Air was the first real ultrabook. The MacBook Air is no longer the only game in town, however, but it’s still the go-to if you’re looking for a lightweight MacOS machine — and Amazon has the latest model on sale right now for $200 off.
Here’s why 2019 turned out to be a glorious year for the Mac
Mac fans have had a rough few years, but 2019 was the year in which Apple turned things around. Whether that meant listening to its users or giving them pleasant surprises, the company made 2019 a year to remember. Here’s everything it got right, from the Mac Pro to the MacBook Pro 16.
Apple fails to get lawsuit over its troublesome butterfly keyboard dismissed
Apple has failed in its effort to get a judge to dismiss a class-action lawsuit that was brought against the tech giant last year in connection with the faulty “butterfly” keyboard. The keyboard launched with the MacBook in 2015 before being fitted to Pro and Air models.
Kuo: Apple will release a mini-LED iPad and MacBook Pro next year
Apple may be planning to release four to six products over the next few years with mini-LED displays, according to respected Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo. The products will likely include a high-end 12.9-inch iPad Pro and a 16-inch MacBook Pro.
A revolutionary MacBook is coming, and the clues have been hiding in plain sight
Apple will soon launch its first ARM-based MacBook, ditching Intel processors along the way, and it could launch early in 2020. That’s a bold claim to make, but it’s based on sound reasoning and a plethora of rumors. Look closely enough and you can see the clues, from Mac Catalyst to Apple Arcade.
The 13-inch Apple MacBook Pro could be getting an improved keyboard
Apple just announced a new 16-inch MacBook Pro with an improved Magic Keyboard and bigger slim bezel display, but there could be another new MacBook on the way soon, too. According to the latest rumors, you might be seeing a 13-inch MacBook with an improved scissor keyboard in the first half of 2020.
Here’s everything new about the 16-inch MacBook Pro
Although this new Macbook Pro is not as majorly redesigned as some had hoped, there are many things about the device that make it quite different from its older 15-inch predecessor. In this guide, we will take a look at the overall design, keyboard, and performance differences between the two best notebooks from Apple.
That’s rich: Apple VP knocks classroom Chromebooks for being cheap
In an interview with CNET, Apple's senior vice president of worldwide marketing, Phil Schiller, dismissed Google's Chromebooks "cheap testing tools." He further added that Chrome OS computers can never inspire kids and believes an iPad or a MacBook will allow a child to be more creative and successful.
Microsoft takes on Apple’s prestige: Surface Book 2 15-inch vs. MacBook Pro 15
Let's find dig into the details to find out which premium laptop comes out on top in our Surface Book 2 vs. MacBook Pro 15 battle royale. Both are high-end laptops with fantastic hardware, stellar battery life, and great build quality, but which one is the right one for you? Let's find out.
Apple to get shipments of the new 16-inch MacBook Pro, but when is it launching?
There has been much anticipation surrounding the release date of Apple's new 16-inch MacBook Pro, and now another rumor has entered the fold. Apple might begin receiving volume shipments of the 16-inch MacBook Pro in the fourth quarter of 2019, which suggests the laptop could come at the end of 2019 or in early 2020.
This mechanical keyboard attaches directly to your MacBook or Surface
NuPhy kicks off a new crowdfunding campaign next month to produce the "world's first" mechanical keyboard designed specifically for MacBooks. It will sit above a MacBook's built-in keyboard and "click" into place using special grooves. It will be compatible with all Bluetooth-enabled devices.
Why the Surface Neo could work, but a dual-screen MacBook would be horrible
Now that Microsoft has revealed the Surface Neo, talk of a dual-screen MacBook with one screen used as a virtual keyboard just won’t go away. The problem is that it’s a terrible idea unless Apple can get it absolutely perfect -- and judging by its present keyboard struggles, it faces an uphill battle.
16-inch MacBook Pro is all but confirmed, could be coming by the end of October
As the days go on, so do the rumors surrounding Apple's much anticipated and redesigned 16-inch MacBook Pro. Images of the device were previously spotted in MacOS Catalina just last week but new reports claim the device is indeed real, and could possibly launch by the end of October.
An image of the redesigned 16-inch MacBook Pro gets dropped in Catalina
MacOS Catalina 10.15.1 beta 2 contains a visual reference to the 16-inch MacBook Pro. It reveals a MacBook model with much slimmer bezels and more room around the speakers, as compared to the current 15-inch MacBook. The overall chassis of the MacBook otherwise appears to be the same.
Mini-LED MacBooks and iPads are coming in 2021, analyst says
Apple will equip its high-end MacBooks and iPads with Mini-LED screens by 2021, says Ming-Chi Kuo. The reputable technology analyst says this will bring notable improvements to the devices’ displays, but the price of the panels means they’re only likely to come to the iPad Pro and MacBook Pro.
MacBook airline ban: Everything you need to know
Following Apple's battery recall on a wide range of MacBooks, U.S. regulators have moved to ban these certain models from flying. But that doesn't necessarily mean you have to leave your MacBook Pro at home on your next flight. Here's everything you need to know.
It’s about time: Face ID may finally make its way to MacBooks
Wish Face ID was on your MacBook? You’re in luck, as Apple has just been granted a patent that outlines a suspiciously Face ID-like system for use in a Mac. Along with Touch ID on the iMac keyboard, this could make logging in a whole lot easier.
Apple may launch a 5G MacBook in late 2020, but we’re skeptical
A new report from DigiTimes via 9to5Mac claims that Apple will launch a 5G MacBook in late 2020, but there are some reasons to be skeptical. There’s no doubt a 5G MacBook is in Apple’s future plans, but 2020 seems early. Here’s why we reckon that date is wide of the mark.
Evidence mounts that Apple will kill the MacBook’s butterfly switch keyboard
A new patent suggests Apple is just about ready to kill its MacBook’s butterfly keyboard switch and replace it with a new scissor-switch mechanism. But a second patent shows the company trying to refine the switch. Is the butterfly mechanism doomed or will it survive a while longer?
The 12-inch MacBook was Apple’s most revolutionary laptop. That couldn’t save it
Apple's most experimental laptop, the 12-inch MacBook, has been canned. Rife with controversy from the very beginning, this expensive, futuristic laptop seemed destined to be the future of the MacBook lineup. What does the death of the 12-inch MacBook mean for the future of Mac laptops?
Apple may finally ditch the troubled butterfly keyboard in future MacBooks
Sick and tired of your MacBook’s keys getting stuck? We’ve got some good news: Apple will apparently start phasing out its controversial “butterfly” keyboard later this year. It’ll be replaced by a custom scissor-switch design in a new MacBook Air, with the butterfly design dying for good soon after.
A new MacBook Pro without a Touch Bar? Here’s what we want to see
Apple may be getting ready to launch an updated version of its entry-level MacBook Pro 13-inch. The most affordable member of the Pro notebook family would ship without a Touch Bar, but Apple could make some additions to this laptop to make it more usable and competitive.
Apple just registered seven new MacBooks, but what are they? Let’s speculate
Seven knew devices have been registered by Apple, suggesting a release date is imminent. But what exactly are they? We decided to investigate.
Is your Mac compatible with MacOS Catalina? Here’s how you can find out
Check every device compatible with MacOS Catalina to make sure you are ready for the new download later this year. MacOS Catalina is bringing massive changes to the Mac and many new apps from Apple: Is your Mac compatible with the software update? Here's the cutoff date for all Mac models and what you need to know.
Father’s Day Apple Sale: MacBook, iPad, and Apple Watch discounts
Father’s Day is less than two weeks away, so now’s the time to start shopping for a present. Apple tech is always gift-worthy, and if your dad’s a gadget-loving techie, these Apple deals can make your Father’s Day shopping a bit easier.
Leaked memo: If your MacBook keyboard dies, Apple will fix or replace in one day
A leaked internal Memo at Apple has given some hope to MacBook owners with dodgy keyboards. Apple has now decreed that its Genius Bar employees prioritize keyboard repairs and replacements and even mandate that they be completed within one business day. It even shipped extra parts to all stores to help.
Best Buy’s sale brings 13-inch 2017 MacBook Pro prices to as low as $1,000
Looking for a chance to save on the MacBook Pro? You might want to consider heading to Best Buy before the end of Thursday, March 14. The retailer is currently running a limited-time Apple shopping event, discounting several models of the 2017 MacBook Pro, with pricing now starting as low as $1,000.
Apple’s rumored magazine subscription service could also launch on Macs
Code for Apple's rumored magazine subscription service started appearing on Apple's latest iOS and MacOS betas, suggesting that Mac owners will also be able to access magazines. The service, expected to debut on March 25, will give readers access to a broad array of publications for a flat monthly fee.
The MOFT laptop stand hides a secret that makes MacBooks comfortable to use
Laptops are great for productivity, but prolonged use can sometimes cause neck pains. Various types of stands can help address this issue, but most are bulky and aren't exactly portable. Well, the MOFT invisible laptop stand sets out to change that and make your MacBook more comfortable to use.
Apple MacBook vs. Dell XPS 13
The laptop market is full of small laptop options, and thanks to a number of component improvements many of them squeeze in lots of performance and reasonably sized displays. The Apple MacBook is one small laptop that's facing far more competition lately, including the Dell XPS 13. Which is better?
Intel expects Apple to transition Macs to ARM processors in 2020, report says
Ever since late 2018, it has been rumored that Apple could be considering switching the processors in its Mac products away from Intel's chipsets in favor for custom ARM processors. In the latest development in the saga, Intel is now claiming that the transition is expected to happen next year.
Apple patents a transformable glass keyboard for MacBooks
Apple's latest filing with the United States Patent and Trademark Office shows that the company might be searching for an alternative to the standard keyboard — presenting an idea for a keyboard with a morphable glass top layer that can adapt to provide a physical response when typing.