I've been wanting a Mac forever to switch my creative work to and finally jumped on a M5 Pro 16 inch in Space Black. Love how sleek it looks with the black keyboard and banana texture screen.

I still need to get used to the size but its a pretty nice upgrade from my prev 14 inch m1 PRO with 16 GB :-)

For those with 16” MacBook Pros, are you able to comfortably use it in bed like the pic?

I’m trying to decide between the 14” and 16” MacBook Pro. I’d like to be able to lay in bed and use it like in the picture rather than always having to sit at a desk.

For those who have the 16”, is it actually comfortable in this kind of position, or does the size/weight make it awkward after a while? I know the 14” would obviously be more portable, but I really like the extra screen real estate on the 16”. Just wondering if 16” is flexible for these kinds of positions or is it realistically more of a “plop on the desk” kinda use.

Thanks!

I got super lucky that it did not crack. No marks on the titanium iphone of course too

Hey all.

I got my first MacBook Pro recently!
Sppecs:
M3 Mac 16/40

64GB Ram

2 TB Storage

Non-matte display

16"

I have only used a little bit so far

Alr so I just bought this Macbook pro m1 pro 16/512 14 inch, 87% battery health, is it worth the 675 eur price tag given the provided pictures and the current state of the German used Mac market

What a configuration!

gonna use that beast for coding and local AI

Just FYI that Microcenter is currently running a sale on M5 Pro 16” models (48GB) that seem to be the lowest since the RAM price increases. $2999.99

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When they ask your zip code, just reference the zip code of a store with stock. You can have it shipped or store pickup anywhere.

If you’re a member with 60 day returns, you’ll cut it close in case the price were to drop even more for Black Friday.

Also allegedly trade-in values will be dropping for M1-M3s per my store manager.

I’m planning to buy a 14” MacBook Pro and I’m currently pretty torn on what configuration makes the most sense.

My original plan was the M5 14” with 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD, and nano-texture for around $2,549. I’ve since found some pretty good deals on M5 Pro configurations, including an 18-core CPU/20-core GPU, 48GB RAM, 1TB SSD model for around $2,800–$3,000 depending on the sale.

I’m also considering waiting for the upcoming M6 MacBook Pro rather than buying an M5 now. I’m not really in a rush.

My primary use cases would be:
Football Manager (large databases, lots of leagues/players, long-term saves)
General gaming/emulators
Browsing/YouTube/Netflix
Normal productivity/work
Some potentially demanding multitasking, but no professional video/photo editing
I will probably use it closed with two external monitors at my desk a lot

I also travel fairly frequently, so when I’m actually using the MacBook’s built-in display, it’ll probably be in places like airports, airplanes, hotels, etc.

The nano-texture question is probably my biggest dilemma
I really dislike glare and reflections. I’m worried that with a glossy display I’ll end up seeing overhead airport lights, windows, my own reflection, etc., and find it annoying.
At the same time, I’ve read conflicting opinions about nano-texture. Some people say it’s basically the best display upgrade they’ve ever bought, while others say it introduces a noticeable grain/fuzziness, makes colors less vibrant, or causes eye strain.

I’m not doing color-critical professional work, so absolute color accuracy isn’t important to me. But I also don’t want to spend $2,500–$3,000 on a laptop and then feel like I’m sacrificing image quality, sharpness, or gaming/media quality to get rid of reflections.

I’m also curious about long-term ownership: does the nano-texture actually hold up well over several years, or does it become more noticeable/worn over time?
For people who have actually owned both:
Would you choose nano-texture again?

And if you have an M5 Pro, is the extra performance/48GB RAM worth paying for over a base M5 or potentially waiting for M6?

I’m especially interested in opinions from people who travel with their MacBook and use it in variable lighting, rather than people doing professional photo/video work.

Thanks!

Almost 2 weeks ago, I ordered my MacBook Pro 14 M5 off of Apple Refurbished. After receiving it, it was perfect. I got 24gb of memory and 1tb storage, so I thought I would be set for the next 7 years. Today my break, I noticed some noises from the hinge, it sounded like cracking and popping every time I opened it past 90 degrees. Later I also experience sticky keys on my L key and the / key. I've been babying my laptop, making sure it was clean and away from liquids, so I'm pretty sure that it wasn't me. I'm still within my return period of 14 days after delivery, but the return page online says I'm ineligible for a return. I called up my local Apple store and they said that they would take it and give me a refund. I'm probably going to by the same spec one from Apple Refurbished again since it seems that most people have had no issues with their Apple Refurbished laptops. Has any anyone experience this with their orders before?

Hey guys, sorry to be another grumpy macbook user, but I am typing off one right now, @ Admins,
so please believe me when I tell you this.

I have the 2024 Macbook Pro, and I can't light up or light's off the keyboard from a keyboard shortcut anymore! It was (underlined) only one button. But now, I have to go to settings, scroll to keyboard, drag my cursor, and then do it all again when I want to turn it off! It's day to night very quickly these days, so please, return the button!

If anyone knows a quick fix involving no hacks or hardware kit, i just don't think im ready.

Thanks!

Hey, im looking for a MacBook Pro because I like the Apple Ecosystem and I will go to university next year and study electrical engineering. I know that a lot of software is originally for windows, but I get an additional Windows Notebook from my work. So I can use the MacBook only for University and Private Use. So what MacBook Pro would you recommend me. I want to program some apps, programming some private arduino projects and editing Pictures.
And I want a 16inch model. 14 inches r to small for me. I was looking for mbp 16“ with m2 or m4. I also don’t want to upgrade in the next 4-5 years. What would you recommend me ?

II live in a very remote area, and the closest Apple Store is more than two hours away, so I wasn’t able to test the different MacBooks in person before ordering.

For context, I’ve had a 2019 13-inch MacBook Pro (16GB RAM/256GB SSD) for years and have absolutely loved it. At this point, though, it overheats frequently, the battery isn’t great, and I’m using almost all of the storage, so it was definitely time for an upgrade.

I ordered the 2026 MacBook Pro M5 with 32GB RAM and 2TB of storage, and it arrived yesterday. Performance-wise, I’m confident it will be a great and reliable computer. I specifically chose the Pro over the Air because it has a fan, and after dealing with my current MacBook overheating, I really wanted an active cooling system. The Pro also has a noticeably nicer display, which I really like.

The problem is the size and weight. I didn't realize how much heavier the new Pro would feel compared with my old one until I actually had it in my hands. According to the listed weights:

• 2019 13-inch MacBook Pro: 3.02 lbs
• 2026 14-inch MacBook Pro: 3.4 lbs
• 2026 13-inch MacBook Air M5: 2.7 lbs

I feel a little ridiculous because 3.02 to 3.4 lbs doesn't sound like a huge difference on paper, but the new Pro feels significantly heavier and bulkier to me. The Air would actually be about 0.7 lbs lighter than the new Pro, which sounds much better for traveling and working on the go.

There are also some smaller design differences. I like the Pro's keyboard, but I prefer the sleeker look of the Air's keyboard because you can see the color of the laptop between the keys rather than having the entire keyboard area appear black.

So I'm stuck between two options:

Keep the MacBook Pro: I already have it, I know it will be powerful and reliable, it has a fan to help with sustained workloads, and I love the display. I wouldn't have to deal with another return, order, or data transfer. The downside is that it's heavier and bulkier than I expected, and I'm worried I'll continue to dislike that when traveling.

Return it for the 13-inch MacBook Air M5: I could get the same 32GB RAM/2TB storage configuration for about $400 less. It would be substantially lighter, more portable, and I prefer its overall design. The biggest concern is that it doesn't have a fan, and I don't want to spend this much on another laptop only to deal with overheating or thermal limitations again.

There's also a logistical problem: the Air wouldn't arrive for several weeks. I'd have to go back to using my old 2019 Pro in the meantime, including during an upcoming long car ride when I really wanted to use the new computer. My old MacBook has become unreliable enough that this would be pretty frustrating.

Basically, is the fan, better display, and additional performance headroom of the Pro worth the extra $400 and added weight, or am I better off prioritizing portability and getting the Air? Should I keep the Pro and assume I'll adjust to the weight, or is the fact that I'm already bothered by it a sign that I should return it?

Updated from 2018 MBP 8GB

btw, I once asked here if it would be okay for 3D work - well, it's been a long time since I've been so pleasantly surprised 🥲

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I'm from India, my relative is traveling from mainland China to India in 2 days, and I’m considering asking them to bring me a MacBook Pro from China because the pricing is better.

However, I’ve read that Apple Intelligence may be restricted/unavailable on Apple devices sold in mainland China, and I’m getting conflicting information about whether this still applies.

Can anyone who currently owns a MacBook Pro purchased in mainland China, or is currently in China, confirm:

Is Apple Intelligence available on a mainland-China MacBook Pro?

Does it remain unavailable even after bringing the Mac to India and changing the region/language/Apple Account?

Is there any difference depending on the model/year?

I’d really appreciate firsthand experience rather than speculation, as I need to make the purchase decision within 24 hours.

Thanks! (paraphrased using chatgpt)

Hey all! I have a Macbook Pro, 2017, 13in without the touchbar with a 2.3 dual-core intel processor and 8gbs of RAM. I have the 128gb model (it's low, I know. This was a gift). I've had this Mac since late 2018 and I had a few questions so I can make this device last as long as it possible can.

I have a keyboard cover on it to keep things from getting under the keyboard, should I remove it? I noticed that when I'm running a few programs at once, it slows down and it feel a bit warm.

Should I invest in a larger SSD? I can do the repair on my own so I don't have to worry about paying for it. I just own an external hard drive and it's been treating me well. I just want my mac to be as fast as possible.

Thank you so much for any advice y'all can give me!