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19 May 2016
This update of EveryMac.com features many new and updated Mac Upgrade Q&As to cover the latest SSDs, batteries, and other upgrade options as well as a sitewide update of Estimated Current Retail prices. EveryMac.com's Ultimate Mac Lookup has been updated, too.
Photo Credit: OWC, Inc. (Cylinder Mac Pro SSD Upgrade)
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EveryMac.com's Ultimate Mac Lookup has been updated with additional identifiers for Macs and devices from hands-on inspection and submissions by helpful readers. Thank you very much to those who contributed info from recent purchases. It's appreciated always.
New Q&As
A selection of Q&As since the last major site update include:
- How do you upgrade the storage in the Cylinder Mac Pro? How many drives of what type are supported?
- Is there a stand available for the Cylinder Mac Pro? Why would anyone use one? How can I ensure proper air flow?
- Is the battery in the MacBook Air really not replaceable? Is there a "hack" to replace it?
- How do you replace the battery in the "Unibody" MacBook Pro? Is it even possible?
- How do you upgrade the RAM in the "Unibody" MacBook Pro? What type of RAM do they use? How much RAM does each model actually support?
- How do you upgrade the hard drive in the "Unibody" MacBook Pro? What type of hard drive do these models support? How do you replace the hard drive with an SSD?
For all new Q&As, please refer to EveryMac.com's Recently Added Q&As listing.
Today in Mac History
Select dates in Mac History since the last major site update include:
- May 6, 1998: The original iMac using a then unique translucent case.
- May 8, 1997: The groundbreaking 4.4 pound PowerBook 2400c subnotebook.
- May 10, 1999: The Lombard PowerBook G3 with USB and dual display support.
- May 16, 2006: Exactly 10 years ago, the original MacBook.
For earlier Mac History mentions, please refer to EveryMac.com's Mac History section.
Additions & Changes:
Added more than a dozen new and updated Mac Upgrade Q&As to cover the latest SSDs, batteries, and other upgrade options.
Updated site features:
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