Some folks who installed the latest macOS Monterey 12.2 update are reporting an unusual Bluetooth issue that drains a Mac notebook's battery overnight while in sleep mode.
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Microsoft’s new Surface Laptop Go, starting at $549, is coming October 13
After taking on lower-priced iPad models with its inexpensive Surface Go tablets that launched back in the summer, Windows maker Microsoft today quietly announced an affordable new notebook/tablet convertible device (and other Surface updates). Dubbed Surface Laptop Go, the new device starts at just $549 and is scheduled to launch on Tuesday, October 13.
How to control macOS battery health management for your Mac notebook
macOS battery health management in macOS Catalina 10.15.5 and newer was designed to help users improve the lifespan of their Mac notebook's battery by limiting its maximum charging capacity. Follow these steps if you'd like to take advantage of the Mac battery health management feature to boost long-term longevity of your Mac notebook's battery.
Upgrading the 13-inch MacBook Pro RAM via Apple now costs double
Want to increase the amount of RAM in your 13-inch MacBook Pro via the online Apple store at the time of purchase? This is now going to cost you double than just a few days ago because Apple has quietly doubled the cost RAM upgrades for the entry-level 13-inch MacBook Pro.
The best free apps for taking notes on Apple Watch
Using your Apple Watch for taking notes makes perfect sense because it’s right on your wrist. You might jot down something you need when you get to the office or just want to capture an idea on the go. Unfortunately, the Apple Watch doesn’t currently offer the Notes app you use on iOS or Mac.
For those who want to create and view notes anytime, anywhere, right from their wrist, this list is for you. Here are the best free apps for taking notes on Apple Watch.
Review: Apple’s MacBook Pro sleeve—fine European leather comes at a steep price
Following a recent announcement of the upgraded MacBook Pro family for 2018, Apple also released a luxury yet pricey leather sleeve for the pro notebook under the radar. But coming in at $179/$199, is Leather Sleeve for MacBook Pro worth the steep asking price?
The maxed-out 2018 MacBook Pro configuration will set you back a cool $6,669
The refreshed MacBook Pros sound like the notebooks Apple should've created in the first place so I went ahead to maxed out the flagship 2018 MacBook Pro model on the web store.
Pegatron may build Apple’s rumored hybrid MacBook powered by a custom ARM processor
Contract manufacturer Pegatron has been allegedly tipped to land orders from Apple to produce its rumored hybrid ARM-based MacBook model, according to industry sources mentioned today in a report by Taiwanese trade publication DigiTimes.
KGI predicts a more affordable MacBook Air
Some people have suspected that Apple's MacBook Air notebook family is being slowly but surely phased out because in the past few years the company has shown little interest in refreshing the Air models beyond modest CPU, GPU and storage upgrades.
MacBook Pro not expected to receive any major hardware upgrades this year
Apple's MacBook Pro, which was thoroughly redesigned in 2016 with Touch Bar, new CPUs, GPUs and storage and more, reportedly will not be seeing any major hardware bumps this year.
VESA unveils DisplayHDR specification for notebook and desktop displays
The Video Electronics Standards Association (VESA) on Monday announced a test specification for the upcoming high dynamic range notebook and desktop LCD displays.
Will PC makers beat Apple in designing ARM notebooks with multi-day battery life?
Apple has been designing its own mobile CPUs (and now GPUs as well) for years even though it has used Intel's chips to power its Mac notebooks and desktops since 2005.