Microsoft Believes Its New Surface Laptop Is an AI-Powered Mac Killer
As Microsoft showed off its new Arm-based Surface Laptop Monday, just as much attention was paid to how it compares against its competition, namely, Apple's popular MacBook Air.
Apple MacBook Pro with M3 Max: It’s Crazy How We’ve Come So Far, So Fast
It might feel like Apple has been producing its own silicon for a long time now, but it's really only been a few short years. It's been less than two years since we got the M1 Ultra and with the new M3 Max, we've already surpassed its power in a portable form factor.
Apple’s New ‘Scary Fast’ MacBook Pro Has M3 Chips, Sleek Black Finish
Apple has gotten into the Halloween spirit with its "Scary Fast" event. Not only is it the first time that Apple has hosted a live, albeit online-only, event at night, but the Mac-focused event also marks the debut of Apple's first M3-powered computers, including some frighteningly quick MacBook Pro notebooks designed for power users.
What to Expect at WWDC 2023: AR/VR Headset, New Mac Studio, Mac Pro
Apple's annual Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) commences on Monday, June 5, at 10 AM PT. PetaPixel will be on the ground for the keynote and this list is what the Silicon Valley giant is most likely to release.
M2 Max MacBook Pro Review: Same Experience, Better Performance
Apple got so much right when it launched the M1 Max MacBook Pro in 2021 that it didn't need to do much to make a compelling successor other than beef up the performance. And, honestly, that's exactly what the company did in the M2 Max MacBook Pro.
The Latest Mac mini and MacBook Pro are Powered by M2 Max and M2 Pro
Apple has not only announced the availability of its new M2 Max and M2 Pro computer chips, but also a new Mac mini and the new 14- and 16-inch MacBook Pro laptops.
M2 MacBook Pro is More Powerful Than Base Mac Pro, for $5,000 Less
In a Geekbench 5 result that surfaced earlier this week, the new 13-inch M2 Macbook Pro achieved a score of 8,928, significantly better than the baseline Mac Pro with an 8-core Intel Xeon W processor that has a score of 8,027.
The M2 13-Inch MacBook Pro Doesn’t Feel ‘Pro’ Compared to the M2 Air
Earlier this week, Apple revealed the M2 chip and the two computers that would be the first to use it. And while the MacBook Air saw significant upgrades across the board beyond just the new chip, the equally-priced M2 MacBook Pro did not.
Apple Launches New M2-Powered MacBook Air and MacBook Pro
Apple has announced a new MacBook Air and MacBook Pro powered by the new M2 processor.
Apple is Working on New Chips and a Pro Display XDR Refresh: Report
While the M1 Ultra is the last M1 chip Apple is making, it certainly isn't going to be the company's last ever. A new report alleges multiple new chips in the pipeline as well as a refresh of the Pro Display XDR.
Why the Base Model Mac Studio is a Great Option for Photographers
Apple's newly-announced Mac Studio with its new M1 Ultra chip looks to be a juggernaut, but pretty much no photographer will need that kind of power. The base model Mac Studio is a better choice and might be the best deal for a new computer on the market.
The Best Laptops for Photographers and Photo Editing in 2024
Seasoned photographers know that the search for the right laptop comes down to far more than a list of individually impressive specs. The perfect laptop for photo editing will not always be the one with the most bells and whistles, because perfection here is about so much more: usability, ease, intuition -- all the things that combine to create not just powerful imagery, but a powerful workflow as well.
Apple MacBook Pro with M1 Max Review: Hail to the King
It is extremely difficult to come into a review of the new MacBook Pro with a truly neutral mindset. The original M1 was just so darned impressive that a follow-up naturally has enormous shoes to fill. Somehow, not only does the MacBook Pro powered by M1 Max meet expectations, it exceeds them: this computer is a marvel.
Chip Shortage Could Last Until 2023, Now Affecting Even Apple: Report
Apple is reportedly the latest tech giant to join the mass of others affected by the global chip shortage, as customers are left waiting weeks or longer for the latest devices. The escalating problems will no doubt affect holiday season purchases.
Apple Finally Put the ‘Pro’ in MacBook Pro Again
In 2016, after Apple removed the memory card slot from MacBook Pros, I complained about this loudly. “Everything is going wireless,” a since-departed executive told me, adding that there was no need for the slot anymore.
Apple’s Most Tricked-Out M1 Max-Powered MacBook Pro Costs $6,099
The most tricked-out 16-inch MacBook Pro with M1 Max will cost $6,099 which is significantly more than the max price of $2,300 for the first M1 13-inch MacBook Pro announced last year.
Apple to Launch MacBook Pros with M1X, Mini LED Displays: Report
Apple will hold its second fall event on October 18 and multiple rumors point to a refreshed MacBook Pro equipped with the new "M1X" processor, a mini LEDs display, and more.
New 14-Inch and 16-Inch Macbook Pros Expected At WWDC 2021: Report
A respected industry analyst has echoed previous reports that Apple is likely to announce new 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro laptops at its World Wide Developers Conference (WWDC) next week along with new versions of its operating systems.
2021 Macs To Be Powered by ‘M1X’ Chip and Not M2: Report
A new report alleges that the MacBook Pro that is expected as early as this summer won't use a chip with the "M2" moniker, but instead feature the same cores -- just more of them -- and will be called the M1X.
Apple Planning Major Redesign, Upgrade of Entire Mac Line: Report
Even though Apple's new M1 computers are still quite new, the company is reportedly poised to release even newer versions of both its laptop and desktop lines that feature new processors, significantly upgraded specifications, new designs, and more connectivity starting as early as this summer.
Apple’s Next-Gen ‘M2’ Processor is in Production: Report
The M1 Chip successor from Apple, which is currently being called M2, is looking more likely to arrive in MacBook computers by the end of the year. A new report states that the processor has already gone into mass production and could start shipping as early as July.
It is Technically Possible to Upgrade an M1 Mac’s Memory and Storage
Apple's M1 MacBooks are impressive, but they come with what many PC users would define as an unforgivable caveat: they cannot be upgraded with more RAM or storage capacity. That was the belief, but it might actually no longer be the case if you're willing to void your warranty.
New MacBooks Powered by Apple’s M2 Chip Coming This Year: Report
While Apple's latest M1 MacBook Pro is less than six months old, the company is apparently working on the next generation of the laptop powered by the M2 chip, according to a new report.
Adobe Unveils Photoshop for Apple Silicon and ‘Super Resolution’ for ACR
Adobe has shipped the first version of Photoshop that can run natively on Macs equipped with Apple Silicon and also has announced a new feature for Adobe Camera Raw (ACR) called "Super Resolution" that is available today.
A Modded MacBook Air Can Beat a Macbook Pro’s Power… at a Cost
The same extremely impressive M1 chip powers both the Macbook Air and the MacBook Pro, but the Air throttles performance if it gets too hot. But what if it didn't get too hot? In this 8.5-minute video, Linus Tech Tips shows how he modded an Air to match a Pro's performance... at a cost.
Apple is Adding the SD Card Reader Back in Upcoming MacBook Pro: Report
Bloomberg's Mark Gurman is a well-respected journalist who has a very strong record when it comes to rumors, and his latest promises the return of a port that photographers have been yearning to see: the SD card slot is coming back to the MacBook Pro.
Apple Rumors: MagSafe is Back, Mini Mac Pro, Bye-Bye TouchBar, and More
Late last week, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman published multiple Apple rumor stories that reveal some of the computing giant's biggest decisions for its coming hardware. While many Apple rumors are shots in the dark, Gurman has a pretty good history of getting things right.
Apple Silicon is a True Game-Changer for Photographers
Late last week, Apple unveiled its most consequential product in at least a decade. 10 years, 9 months, 2 weeks, and 2 days after Steve Jobs took the stage to unveil the first iPad, Tim Cook announced the release of three new Macs powered by Apple's own M1 system on a chip (SOC)... changing the industry forever.
Apple Announces New Macs Featuring Apple Silicon
During Apple's third major event this year titled "One More Thing," the company announced the latest additions to its computer line and its first to feature Apple Silicon.
Testing the Most Expensive MacBook Pro Apple Makes
When Apple announced the new, more powerful GPU configuration for the 16-inch MacBook Pro, we reached out to ask about performance. How did it compare to the previous top-of-the line model that we tested in December? Apple's response: test it out for yourself.