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Articles
Grain Worry: What is kernel panic and how to fix it on your MacBook
While it may sound like popcorn-related anxiety, kernel panic is a common issue with computers, especially with MacBooks. Does anyone else panic when they see ominous messages on their computer?...
You’re doing it wrong: How to disinfect your MacBook without damaging it.
Using everyday household products to clean your MacBook and other devices can cause liquid damage. Bravo for regularly cleaning and disinfecting your MacBook. Whether you are a remote...
The ins-and-outs of MacBook battery management and preservation
How to check on your device’s battery health, maintain its life, and learn about its life cycles. Out of all the components and parts that make up a MacBook, the lithium-ion, rechargeable battery is...
How the shortage of Chromebooks impacts K through 12 schools
There is a growing shortage of Chromebooks which is further complicating remote learning and hybrid learning classes.Schools face massive changes this year with the COVID-19 pandemic, some entirely...
Why putting your liquid-damaged MacBook in a bag of rice will not fix it
What might sound like a cheap and easy solution to spill damage, putting your MacBook in a bag of rice might be further damaging it. Picture this; you are at work and are on a roll with a current...
How-To Guides
Can you connect a PlayStation 4 or Xbox controller to your MacBook?
Look, playing with a mouse and keyboard is fun for some gamers. But, using a controller gives the player more, well, control! Gaming on a computer no longer means just playing on a PC. Macs are a...
MacBook can’t connect to Wi-Fi? Here’s what you should do.
Before you decide to work out of a Starbucks, we have compiled a list of various methods on what to do when your MacBook cannot connect to Wi-Fi. If you take a walk down any city street with your...
How to update your macOS and keep it up-to-date
Updating your macOS might be an easy task, but it is important for a multitude of reasons. Updates to anything are essential. If a journalist is working on a feature story about a thriving small...
How Disk Utility fixes storage issues in your MacBook
Alternative title: What to do when you get the “macOS Disk Utility Can’t Repair This Disk” message. Here is a phrase that is always good to hear: no one is perfect. That same statement goes for all...
What to do when your MacBook freezes up
When you start seeing the pinwheel spinning in place, it might be time to see how you can unfreeze your MacBook. Does anyone remember the "Hello, I'm a Mac" commercials starring Dodgeball star...
“Gotta Get Back in Time”: How to use Time Machine on your MacBook
Time Machine is a beneficial app for those who have an unstable hard drive or need second copies of files. Losing your keys before leaving for work or a needs-to-be-urgently-mailed-out letter is a...
How to keep your overheating MacBook cool
When your MacBook starts to feel hot from overuse, it can cause a myriad of problems. Ask an individual who works remotely for an early-stage tech startup, and they will tell you that it feels like...
How do you pack up and prepare your MacBook for shipping?
So, you have ordered a MacBook liquid spill repair with MicroReplay and are eager to ship it out. However, if you look around your house, you may not have the right materials to pack it up. Your...
What to do when your MacBook is not charging
A lack of any charge is, well, not good. But thankfully, it can be resolved. It is always a good decision for any MacBook user to charge up the device's battery after a hard day's work filled with...
“You’re as cold as ice”: How to fix a frozen Chromebook
Foreigner references aside, Chromebooks, like most computers, freeze up from time to time. Google introduced the Chromebook in 2010, and the brand is exceptionally popular with individuals and...
How to set up your Chromebook for offline use
One of the Chromebook’s most overlooked features will be incredibly useful for remote workers experiencing Wi-Fi issues. How many Chromebooks have been sold since Google introduced the devices in...
“What’s my (model number) again?” – How to know what MacBook you have
Knowing what your MacBook model is can be helpful when selling it or figuring out what specific parts it needs for repair. The following is a hypothetical conversation, but it probably occurs in...
How to use Apple Diagnostics to pinpoint hardware issues within your MacBook
The Apple Diagnostics feature will give any MacBook user insight into how and why their device is acting up. Whenever a screen is acting irregular or sound is no longer coming out of the speaker,...
How to reset PRAM, NVRAM, or SMC in your MacBook
Learning how to do so will be a better solution than “Turning it off and back on again.” For some strange reason, a computer’s applications or internal components will begin to act erratically. It...
What to do when your MacBook screen goes black
If you turn on your MacBook and do not see anything on the display, fear not, because there are quick fixes to this. Is there anything more satisfying than opening a new MacBook Pro, booting it up,...
What to do before selling, trading-in or giving away your MacBook
A how-to guide on what to do before giving your computer to a local shop or friend. Whenever an individual is looking to get rid of their old MacBook, selling it is a good way to earn extra cash....
How to recover your MacBook password and unlock it without a hassle
Spoiler: logging into your MacBook without a password is not nearly as difficult or annoying as it sounds. It seems like every service, website, and device is tied to a password. Need to buy...
How to disable the activation lock on your MacBook
If someone owns a MacBook, chances are they have once misplaced it in their home or workplace. When that happens, are there concerns that someone could find the device, get into it, and cause all...
What happens when coffee spills on your MacBook
Your favorite morning beverage can do a lot of damage to their MacBook if it spills on it.It is probably accurate to say that coffee is fuel for the workplace. Whether it is plain black, with cream...
Can using a camera cover crack your MacBook screen?
Covering your MacBook camera is an excellent way to protect your privacy, but not so much protecting your screen from getting cracked. The world of cybercrime is a scary one. Countless stories are...
Lists
3 methods to solve the “Disk Utility Can’t Repair” issue
The dreaded “macOS Disk Utility Can’t Repair This Disk” notification is alarming. Here is how to fix this issue. Is there anything more panic-inducing for a student than having a final essay...
Is your MacBook too slow? Here are 10 ways make it faster.
A slow MacBook is about as fun as a visit to your nagging relatives…just as aggravating too. Is there anything more irritating than a slow MacBook? Sometimes, your device can feel like it is not...
Is your MacBook Pro “Obsolete” or “Vintage”?
Every quarter, Apple updates its list of products that the company limits or ends support for, and categorizes these iPhones and MacBooks as either Obsolete or Vintage. Obsolete products are ones...
Is your MacBook Air “Obsolete”or “Vintage”?
Every quarter, Apple updates its list of products that the company limits or ends support for, and categorizes these iPhones and MacBooks as either Obsolete or Vintage. Obsolete products are ones...
8 ideal MacBook cybersecurity platforms
Please take precautions when shopping online, and don't be afraid to look into purchasing some MacBook cybersecurity software. $189 billion. That is how much Adobe Analytics projects how much...
Five of the best products to keep your MacBook dust-free
You will be shouting, “Be gone, dust!” after using one of the following from our curated list. It is a fact of life; Dust gets everywhere. A shelf lined with books, the kitchen table, and a MacBook...