Buyers' guide: Choosing the perfect MacBook model from Apple's numerous new offerings

Apple has three distinct lines of laptop computers — MacBook Air, MacBook, and MacBook Pro — but the lines between them can be pretty hazy. If you're in the market for yourself, or somebody you know, AppleInsider can help if you know the answers to a few, basic questions.

Mike Wuerthele 9 years ago 0

Apple's new MacBook Pro has generated 7x more revenue than 12" MacBook at launch

The new, thinner redesign of Apple's MacBook Pro lineup has been a blockbuster success out of the gate, new data suggests, blowing away dollars spent on the first 12-inch MacBook from 2015.

AppleInsider Staff 9 years ago 71

Trade-in coupon: $20 cash bonus when you trade in your old Mac now that 2016 MacBook Pros have landed

Now that Apple's new 13" and 15" MacBook Pros have debuted, now is the time to trade in your old device before values drop. Plus, earn a $20 bonus on top of industry leading cash payouts on trades valued at $300 or more with an exclusive coupon code.

Christine McKee 9 years ago 0

Apple might debut 'MagSafe-like' USB-C adapter with redesigned MacBook Pro line

According to well-informed analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, Apple might launch a USB-C adapter with MagSafe functionality to return easy-on, easy-off functionality to a fully upgraded MacBook lineup, expected for unveiling at next week's "Hello Again" media event.

Mikey Campbell 9 years ago 101

Owners of Apple's 2016 12-inch MacBook report USB-C to HDMI adapter flickering

The 2016 edition of the 12-inch MacBook with Retina display has an apparent screen flickering issue when used with Apple's official USB-C to HDMI adapter, numerous users have reported.

Neil Hughes 9 years ago 40

How to get the lowest prices on Apple's 2016 12" MacBooks

Apple's 2016 12" MacBooks are a popular choice for those seeking a highly portable computer — and this week AI has teamed up with Apple's top authorized resellers to offer the lowest prices anywhere on a wide assortment of available configurations, including options with and without AppleCare protection.

Christine McKee 9 years ago 0

Research shows intense interest in Apple MacBooks, even given long time since last refresh

Research data gathered in the summer of 2016 on interest in Apple's laptop lines suggest that any new release, despite the MacBook Pro having lain fallow for over a year, will generate both intense traffic and very high sales.

Mike Wuerthele 9 years ago 18

New USB-C-to-HDMI spec will enable adapter-free display hookups for MacBooks

The company responsible for licensing the HDMI specification on Thursday introduced the "HDMI Alternate Mode" for USB-C, which should allow devices like Apple's 12-inch MacBook to connect displays without the help of an adapter.

Roger Fingas 9 years ago 20

Low-end Intel Kaby Lake processors detailed, MacBook Pro version absent

Intel has shed some specific details for the first time about the new seventh generation Kaby Lake processors suitable for the MacBook and MacBook Air, but as expected, processors suitable for the MacBook Pro have yet to materialize.

Mike Wuerthele 9 years ago 32

ITC investigates Apple & AT&T over haptic patent complaints by Immersion

On Tuesday the U.S. International Trade Commission launched an investigation into Apple and AT&T, following up on a complaint by San Jose's Immersion that various products are violating its haptic feedback patents.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 7

Samsung unveils 512GB postage stamp-size NVMe SSD, could see use in MacBook

Samsung on Tuesday announced production has started for its new PM971-NVMe, a solid state drive that crams non-volatile memory express technology, onboard NAND flash memory, DRAM and an SSD controller into a package slightly larger than a postage stamp.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 20

Winners of the WaterField Designs MacBook bag giveaway announced [Carl J. and Tyler D.]

AppleInsider would like to congratulate the winners of our latest giveaway, Carl J. and Tyler D., who scored a handcrafted laptop bag from WaterField Designs in the color of their choosing.

Christine McKee 10 years ago 0

New 13" MacBook to launch in Q3, end development of MacBook Air insider says

Noted KGI analyst Ming-Chi Kuo predicts Apple to launch a next-generation 13-inch MacBook model in the third quarter of 2016, which would expand the company's thin-and-light lineup directly into 13-inch MacBook Pro territory.

Mikey Campbell 10 years ago 51

Giveaway: Win a designer MacBook bag from WaterField Designs

San Francisco-based WaterField Designs this week is partnering with AppleInsider to offer readers the chance to win a designer Cozmo 2.0 Laptop Bag in their choice of color and size — or the updated Cargo Bag in one of two colors.

Christine McKee 10 years ago 0

Watch: Apple's 2016 MacBook vs. 2015 13" MacBook Air in head-to-head comparison

Apple's latest 12-inch MacBook refresh brings better battery life and a faster processor to the ultraportable platform, but in some respects is outperformed by last year's 13-inch MacBook Air. Is the ultimate in portability worth concessions like a single USB-C port and slower CPU? Find out in AppleInsider's head-to-head comparison.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 36

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