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The Apple Core

The Apple Core: The DVD-R media that destroyed my SuperDrive (photos)

Yesterday I inserted a blank DVD-R disc into my MacBook Pro (2.33GHz Core 2 Duo) like I’ve done dozens of times before. But this time was different. This time it destroyed my SuperDrive. After I inserted the blank DVD-R media I didn’t immediately notice that it didn’t mount in the Finder and promptly forget about […]

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battery

Getting The Most Out of Your Laptop Battery

Anyone who has purchased an Apple laptop knows that the battery life is significant. I specifically remember getting four hours of life (full screen brightness) with my first G4 Powerbook. As time advances, the battery, processor, and electronic technology grows; and with it comes the ability to produce a portable that is more efficient and energy conservative, yet still has the performance that consumers require.

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MacBook Pro

The President of the U.S. Uses a MacBook Pro (in 24, at least)

Fox’s 24 is my favorite TV show hands down. In fact, it’s pretty much the only thing that I watch the night of, whereas everything else is relegated to folders on my TiVo. Ok, I guess there is 30 Rock, but I digress.

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Accessory

Launchpad Raises and Protects MacBooks

Anyone using a MacBook Pro for extended periods for time is familiar with the decent amount of heat generated by Apple’s Intel notebooks. While the Core 2 Duo models are cooler, the original Core Duo chips output enough heat to fry on egg on them. My favorite stand these days is Launchpad A15 (US$50) from a group called 604 Labs.

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MacBook Pro

MagSafe Stress Relief

Cable wrap and a zip tie to reduce the stress on the MagSafe connector.