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macOS 12.1 update hits Release Candidate stage, may help resolve MagSafe charging errors, other 2021 MacBook Pro issues

If you’re looking for a solution to some of the software issues you’re having with your 2021 MacBook Pro, macOS 12.1 just hit the Release Candidate stage and help may be on the way soon. The update fixes issues with the latest MacBook Pros including MagSafe charging errors, monitors not waking in clamshell mode, YouTube […]

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Some users report issues with built-in SD card readers on 2021 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro notebooks

As nifty as the new 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro notebooks might be, there might be some bugs with the SD card readers. In a long complaint thread, MacRumors readers have detailed the issues that they’re having with some SD cards, and there seems to be little consistency between reports and affected SD cards. Some SD cards […]

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HyperDrive 4K Multi-Display Docking Station debuts, allows up to three 4K displays to be used on 2016 through 2021 MacBook Pro notebooks

If you’re hankering to host multiple 4K displays off your MacBook Pro, you’re going to like this. Accessory maker HYPER on Monday announced the launch of its latest dock, a 15-port version that is designed for the 13, 14, 15 and 16-inch MacBook Pro models. The HyperDrive 4K Multi-Display Docking Station supports up to three […]

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ChargerLAB posts teardown of Apple’s 140W USB-C charger

There’s been a fair amount of hype as to Apple’s new 140W USB-C G-N charger for the 2021 MacBook Pro notebooks. As such, the cool cats at ChargerLAB performed a full teardown to analyze its components: Via The Mac Observer, AppleInsider, and ChargerLAB

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Apple support document offers fast charging details for 2021 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro notebooks

Apple has just released its specs for the fast charging feature on its 2021 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro notebooks. The feature was proudly presented by the company as offering a 50 percent charged battery after roughly 30 minutes of charging. Apple offered the following details via a newly-released support document: The 14-inch MacBook Pro […]