Macbook

Would you still buy a non-Retina MacBook? [Poll]

By Richard Devine, Friday, May 10, 2013 a 5:58 pm

The Retina MacBook Pro has been with us for almost a full year now. The 15-inch version came to us by way of WWDC 2012, and frankly was unlike any laptop computer ever seen. The incredible 2880x1800 resolution Retina Display had to be seen to be believed, and just like that Apple had the best laptop display ever produced.

The Retina MacBook Pro now also comes in a 13-inch form factor too, and the display is equally stunning to look at. Combined with a slimmer profile compared to the non-Retina MacBook Pro's, it's a remarkable piece of hardware.

Retina MacBook Pro torn down, shows little upgradeability

By Simon Sage, Wednesday, Jun 13, 2012 a 11:16 am

The Retina display-packing MacBook Pro that was announced at WWDC has been meticulously disassembled, as you might expect, everything is glued or soldered in place, including RAM, battery packs, and the display.

Apple releases new MacBook Pros with FaceTime HD, Thunderbolt I/O

By Georgia, Thursday, Feb 24, 2011 a 8:59 am

As rumored, Apple has released new MacBook Pros this morning in 13 inch, 15 inch and 17 inch form factors featuring quad-core Intel Core i7 processors at the high end and a couple of features that might just be of interest to the TiPb faithful -- FaceTime HD and Thunderbolt I/O.

Apple working on a more social way to buy and share apps [Patent watch]

By Allyson Kazmucha, Friday, Dec 10, 2010 a 5:07 pm

Based on a recent patent filing, it looks as if Apple may be looking at even more ways to buy and share apps. This approach would be a bit more social as it would allow your friends to share applications with you that they think you may enjoy. This could work through the network, through a cloud service, or through IR.

Apple Introduces New 27" iMac, MacBook, Mightier Mini, Magic Mouse, Remote

By Rene Ritchie, Tuesday, Oct 20, 2009 a 12:14 pm

Apple today announced new 21.5" and 27" iMacs, a new line of MacBooks, mightier Mac Minis, and a Magic Mouse (with iPhone-like multi-touch), and new Apple Remote.

NumberKey: Turn Your iPhone Into a Numeric Keypad for Your Macbook

By Jeremy, Tuesday, Nov 18, 2008 a 4:00 pm

You work with numbers all day long, your Macbook lacks the numeric keypad... Frustrated much? I'm sure that can be very inconvenient, that is until now.

Balmuda has just released their solution to your dilemma, Numberkey. [iTunes Link] The price to this solution is a small price to pay, coming in at $1.99. For that you get your ever so priceless numeric keypad. And for all of your who have OCD like myself, it will match your style of keyboard on your Mac. Whether it's white, black, or silver - Numberkey has you are covered.

Apple's New Macbooks Declaring War On Jailbreakers?

By Jeremy, Tuesday, Nov 4, 2008 a 3:00 pm

What a bizarre turn of events we have here... It seems that everyone who has a new Macbook, Macbook Pr, or Macbook Air and wants to jailbreak there iPhone is in for a surprise. You will be unable to do so. New Macbook owners will notice an iPhone or iPod Touch will not be detected when it is booted into DFU mode, which we all know is key for jailbreaking.

Apple "Spotlight Turns to Notebook" Event - Live Meta Blog Transcript!

By Rene Ritchie, Tuesday, Oct 14, 2008 a 12:31 pm

Missed out meta-live blogging of Apple's "Spotlight Turns to Notebook" Event? No problem, we have you covered! Below you'll find the transcript featuring Dieter, Rene, Brian, and special guest Editor Emeritus Mike, as well as all the great comments from our readers.

So strap yourselves in. Put your old Macbook on eCraigsBayList (or whatever), and catchup on TiPb's full coverage, after the jump!