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Re: New MacBook Pro models to feature magsafe, no touch bar and more ports: analyst

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Post by BugsJustFindMe »

ravenstine wrote: post #413
duluca wrote: post #347

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Can you share the link for the cable? Would love to check it out.

This is the exact one I bought: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07F7BHZLK I got it half expecting it to be a piece of crap, but I've been really happy with it so far. Mind you, the power source still needs to have a certain output to charge your Macbook, but it's allowed me to use the same USB-C charger that comes with newer Macbooks with my 2015 Macbook. EDIT: I hope that was what you were picturing. I suppose so…

I was talking about the things that add magsafe charging while still allowing data transfer for current usbc macs. I'm simultaneously sad and happy to not be proved wrong. :(

Re: New MacBook Pro models to feature magsafe, no touch bar and more ports: analyst

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Post by high_density »

ravenstine wrote: post #216

I'll believe it when I see it. I could believe them getting rid of the touchbar, but bringing back magsafe? I'm sticking with my 2015 MacBook until it's irreparable, and I do like the magsafe port, but is there really any point in going back after moving to USB-C? I think I just like magsafe because it's cool more than that it actually has some sort of superiority over USB-C. I've tripped over the USB-C cable to my w…

well I really like the idea of "connecting everything - keyboard, monitor, and even power" of usb-C... but it's a security nightmare. One rogue device can pretend to be a keyboard + monitor, and can run some commands without user knowing.

though I expect apple to put usb-c port for ordinary people / people who don't like to buy magsafe (I ran over them with my chair several times, resulting in 5 replacements...)

Re: New MacBook Pro models to feature magsafe, no touch bar and more ports: analyst

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Post by zingar »

twelve40 wrote: post #84
switz wrote: post #66

If anyone from Apple is reading, let me just say – this is exactly what I want. Magsafe charging. Function keys instead of the touchbar. 15-16" screen. M1 CPU. 32GB Memory. I also prefer the 2015 keyboard, but it's not a dealbreaker. I'll pay for the kickstarter now if it means it'll come out in the next 18 months. Please make it happen.

yes, but also the damn trackpad. I feel like i'm getting carpal tunnel just trying to avoid swiping the damn thing with my palm it's so freaking huge. Been 3+ years still feels like it's designed specifically to get in the way of my work.

I also find it gets in the way with doing everything with a keyboard in my editor and then suddenly my cursor focus is changed by my palm touching the touchpad.

At the same time having the extra spacer on the laptop as a wrist rest is pretty good, imo ergonomically better than a standard external keyboard (opinion informed by countless physio visits to sort out RSI). Also the built in trackpad is substantially better than moving hand position to an external mouse.

Re: New MacBook Pro models to feature magsafe, no touch bar and more ports: analyst

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Post by cozzyd »

colomon wrote: post #436
ericsoderstrom wrote: post #358

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The USB C connection on my laptop loosened over time. To the point that the cable now just falls out unless I keep the laptop completely still. Having a magnet in there to keep the cable in place would be nice. No reason you couldn't use a magnet with a USB-C connection though, best of both worlds and whatnot

Huh, that happened to my Galaxy S9 phone, but I haven't noticed issues with my MBP. Geez, something else to worry about...

It's also possible you have lint in your connector. Try poking around for a while with a thin non-metal object (e.g. toothpick). If you keep your phone on your pocket you'll need likely get lint in there with time.

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Post by wlesieutre »

coldtea wrote: post #439
wlesieutre wrote: post #354

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Here's an alternate solution to that problem: build a laptop with 20 hours of battery so that people aren't sitting on the couch with their laptop on the coffee table and a power cord dangling across the living room floor. I don't have an M1 machine, but the impression I get from people is that "Plug it in overnight at your desk and literally don't worry about its battery running out" is a reasonable thing to do now.

> Here's an alternate solution to that problem: build a laptop with 20 hours of battery so that people aren't sitting on the couch with their laptop on the coffee table and a power cord dangling across the living room floor. That's a non-solution, since a large majority of the people will use the laptop on their office desk/home desktop, and prefer to have it plugged in while so.

Do you have people tripping over the cords under your desk?

Re: New MacBook Pro models to feature magsafe, no touch bar and more ports: analyst

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Post by wlesieutre »

roywashere wrote: post #392
wlesieutre wrote: post #290

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The other important aspect of USB-C versus MagSafe is that I have USB-C cables hooked up on charges all around my apartment. There's a multi-port charger at my desk, one in the living room, and another in my bedroom. Laptop uses the same charging cable from these as my iPad does. Sometimes I hook another charger up in my kitchen if I'm using my iPad for recipes and want to charge it while I cook. There's another a US…

But the new MacBook would still have USB-C for peripherals right? So it could be, if those still would support USB-PD, that the new MacBook can be charged over magsafe or, if you happen to be near USB-C, using your 'legacy' USB-C charger for 'backwards compatibility'. That would be pretty sweet!!

One can hope

Re: New MacBook Pro models to feature magsafe, no touch bar and more ports: analyst

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Post by panda88888 »

BugsJustFindMe wrote: post #451
ravenstine wrote: post #413

Earlier quoted context omitted.

This is the exact one I bought: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07F7BHZLK I got it half expecting it to be a piece of crap, but I've been really happy with it so far. Mind you, the power source still needs to have a certain output to charge your Macbook, but it's allowed me to use the same USB-C charger that comes with newer Macbooks with my 2015 Macbook. EDIT: I hope that was what you were picturing. I suppose so…

I was talking about the things that add magsafe charging while still allowing data transfer for current usbc macs. I'm simultaneously sad and happy to not be proved wrong. :(

This is what I use with my Intel 16” MBP and M1 Air.

Magnetic Thunderbolt3 USB C Adapter 24Pins USB-C Connector, Support PD 100W Quick Charge, 40Gbp/s Data Transfer and 6K@60Hz 4K@60Hz Video Output Compatible for MacBook Pro/Air and More Type C Devices https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0896QK2J5/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glc_...

Re: New MacBook Pro models to feature magsafe, no touch bar and more ports: analyst

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Post by panda88888 »

woodwireandfood wrote: post #422
CameronNemo wrote: post #363

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Would really appreciate a link. Have been looking at magnetic USB C connectors but some look shady/bad.

Wanted to wait until this dropped off the front page out of respect for chx's concerns. In that vein, let me say that I have neither the skills nor the equipment to evaluate any of chx's technical concerns. The best I can say is that it seems to do what I want (pass power and TB3 with a magnetic coupling), and there haven't been any symptoms of problems that I've been able to see. Yet. I'm now a little worried, thoug…

I use the same one and it works for me with the Caldigit thunderbolt 3 dock.

Re: New MacBook Pro models to feature magsafe, no touch bar and more ports: analyst

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Post by coldtea »

wlesieutre wrote: post #455
coldtea wrote: post #439

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> Here's an alternate solution to that problem: build a laptop with 20 hours of battery so that people aren't sitting on the couch with their laptop on the coffee table and a power cord dangling across the living room floor. That's a non-solution, since a large majority of the people will use the laptop on their office desk/home desktop, and prefer to have it plugged in while so.

Do you have people tripping over the cords under your desk?

Are all people's desks conveniently placed for cable management?

Re: New MacBook Pro models to feature magsafe, no touch bar and more ports: analyst

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Post by raarts »

sgerenser wrote: post #445
raarts wrote: post #421

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Yes, they exist and I use it. Works quite well.

For data transfer or just charging? I’m sure they work for charging but I think the questioner was wondering if you could actually run 10Gbps through the magnetic adapter.

No, I just use it as a MagSafe replacement.
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