Satechi USB-C Power Meter shows power usage of devices connected to MacBook ports

Satechi has launched its USB-C Power Meter, a device that aims to protect MacBooks from potential damage caused through unsafe cables and accessories, by providing users with accurate readings of power drawn through the connection.

Malcolm Owen 9 years ago 10

Deals: 13" MacBook Pro with Touch Bar for $1,599; up to $150 off 2016 12" MacBooks; $250 off 15" MacBook Pros

Shoppers can pick up a 13" MacBook Pro with Touch Bar for the lowest price ever with our exclusive promo code. Or save $60-$150 on 12" MacBooks. Apple's Late 2016 15" MacBook Pro is also $2,149 this week with no tax collected outside NY and NJ.

Christine McKee 9 years ago 0

Supply chain predicts 2017 MacBook sales will top 15M thanks to recent refresh, Kaby Lake upgrade

Analysts from the supply chain are predicting that sales of Apple's portable MacBook and MacBook Pro lines will exceed 15 million in 2017, on the strength of sales of the 2016 MacBook Pro, and improvements to the line with the Kaby Lake processor and possibly 32GB of RAM later in the year.

Mike Wuerthele 9 years ago 15

Apple's fourth beta of macOS Sierra 10.12.3 warns if display brightness affects MacBook battery life

In a bid to extend battery life, the latest beta of macOS Sierra introduces a new option to the Mac's battery menu that will reduce the brightness of the display if it is above 75 percent.

Malcolm Owen 9 years ago 30

Deals: 15" MacBook Pro for $1,959; up to $175 off 13" MacBook Pros; $188-$250 off 2015 12" MacBooks

Shoppers can save $140 this week on Apple's 2015 2.5GHz 15" MacBook Pro with no tax outside NY and NJ. Or pick up a 13" MacBook Pro at $75-$175 off with exclusive promo code savings. Apple's upgraded 2015 12" MacBooks are also up to $250 off with special financing offers.

Christine McKee 9 years ago 0

Consumer Reports now recommends MacBook Pro after Apple software fix

In a bit of backpedaling, Consumer Reports on Thursday said it can now recommend Apple's new MacBook Pro lineup after a software fix remedied battery life inconsistencies found in previous testing.

Mikey Campbell 9 years ago 56

Apple says hidden Safari setting led to flawed Consumer Reports MacBook Pro battery tests

Battery tests conducted by Consumer Reports showing inconsistent uptime with Apple's new MacBook Pro were inaccurate, Apple said on Tuesday, explaining that the publication had enabled a hidden setting in its Safari browser.

Neil Hughes 9 years ago 118

Debunking retail rumors, Apple says its stores are equipped to repair new MacBook Pros

Reports claiming Apple Stores can't repair the 2016 MacBook Pro because of a lack of diagnostic tools are false, as AppleInsider has been told that stores are fully equipped and trained to perform all required diagnostics and repairs necessary.

Mike Wuerthele 9 years ago 57

Quick take video review: LG's UltraFine 5K Display

Announced in tandem with the 2016 MacBook Pros, LG's 27" UltraFine 5K Display was developed in partnership with Apple. Despite a modest design, the monitor's color accuracy, brightness, contrast and sharpness make it a worthy successor to Apple's defunct Thunderbolt Display.

AppleInsider Staff 9 years ago 22

Henge Docks unveils trio of Thunderbolt 3 docking stations for Apple's 2016 MacBook Pros

Henge Docks has refreshed its horizontal and vertical docking stations for the new MacBook Pro with USB-C ports, and has also announced an all-new Thunderbolt 3-connected Tethered Dock product line.

Ashley Wright 9 years ago 7

Griffin expands BreakSafe magnetic cable lineup with 100W USB-C model, car charger, more

Accessory maker Griffin on Wednesday added four new models to its BreakSafe charging lineup with the 100-watt BreakSafe Hi-Power Magnetic USB-C Breakaway Cable, BreakSafe USB Breakaway Adapter, BreakSafe Car Charger and BreakSafe Wall Charger.

AppleInsider Staff 9 years ago 14

Elgato reveals Thunderbolt 3 dock with dual 4K monitor support, legacy connections

At the Consumer Electronics Show, accessory manufacturer Elgato has announced its Thunderbolt 3 display, which allows users to connect a pair of 4K displays, in addition to providing some other legacy connectivity options.

Mike Wuerthele 9 years ago 15

Belkin shows off Thunderbolt 3 Express Dock HD, no update on availability

Announced in October, Belkin's Thunderbolt 3 Express Dock HD made an appearance at CES 2017 on Tuesday, but the company has yet to set a release date and price point for the hotly anticipated device.

AppleInsider Staff 9 years ago 10

OWC's USB-C DEC docks under Apple's MacBook Pro, adds legacy ports and storage

A new peripheral from OWC connects to the underside of the new MacBook Pro, and adds a series of legacy ports plus up to 4TB of flash storage.

Mike Wuerthele 9 years ago 39

Intel launches new Kaby Lake chips suited for Apple's MacBook Pro, iMac

Intel has rounded off its Kaby Lake processor line with new quad- and dual-core high-performance chips for mobile and desktop, with some of the new offerings suitable for a future iMac and Mac Pro refresh, though it's unlikely the just-refreshed MacBook Pro will see Kaby Lake in the short term.

Mike Wuerthele 9 years ago 96

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