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Macbook Buying Guide and where to find discounts on Macs!

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In this quick lesson learn about the current (Mid 2019) Macbook lineup. We cover the current models of the Macbook and MacBook Air that are for sale from Apple. We check use the comparison page on Apple.com to view the differences between the three models. Below you will find links to discounted MacBooks on Amazon and Adorama. I’m also including links to a few different USB-C to USB-3 adapters and hubs.

Browse MacBooks on Apples Amazon store. Discounts on new MacBooks and Macbook Airs…



$80 off an upgraded Macbook Air at Adorama…

Save on other Macs too! Including Macbook Pros  as well as current generation iMacs & Mac Minis!

 

USB-C Adapters on Amazon. A must have for new MacBooks that only have USB-C ports. Small and cheap!

USB-C Hubs. I like these 2 hubs because they provide a USB-C in port that can charge the Macbook as well!

 

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iPad Buying Guide and where to find discounts on new iPads!

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iPad Buying Guide

In this quick lesson we look at the current (Spring/Summer 2019) iPad lineup which is a little complicated. We check out the comparison page on Apple.com and do a quick breakdown on each iPad model currently for sale. We also look at some hefty discounts that are available on the Apple iPad page on Amazon!

Browse new iPads on Apples Amazon store. Discounts on new, current generations iPads!…

Brand new, current generation. Great as a starter iPad!

 

11 inch iPad Pro at a great price…

Save on Macs too! Including MacBooks and MacBook Pros  as well as current generation iMacs & Mac Minis!

iPad Lineup 2019

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Free Lesson: How to use the Photo Grid Shortcut on iPhone!

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In this quick lesson see how to use the Photo Grid shortcut available from the Shortcuts App in iOS to quickly assemble several images into a grid pattern. In this example I use a set of photos taken in burst mode on an iPhone of Chicago Cubs pitcher Cole Hammels. Learn more about the Shortcuts App and Siri Shortcuts in the “What’s New in iOS 12 Tutorial“.

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Free Lesson: Convert Image Files with Preview

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In this free lesson from the full tutorial on Preview for Mac see how to convert and/or resize individual or multiple images at once with Preview.  Learn much more in the Full Tutorial!

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Free Lesson: Transfer a Time Machine Backup

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In this free lesson added to the full tutorial on Mac Backup see how to transfer your current Time Machine Backup to a new hard drive. This can be very useful when your current backup drive is full and you need to upgrade to a larger one. Transferring your Time Machine Backup retains all the backed up files on the original drive rather than starting from scratch with a new backup. Learn much more in the Full Tutorial!

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Free Lesson: How to prepare your Mac to Sell or Trade-in!

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In this free lesson from TheMacU.com see what steps to take before you give your old Mac away, sell it or trade it in for a new one!
To see how much $$ you can get for a Mac trade in from Gazelle go to www.TheMacU.com/trade.

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Mac Backup Tutorial now available!

In this tutorial see how to properly backup your Mac in a few different ways.
View more details, and a free lesson Here…
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Free Lesson: Document Versions in macOS

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In this lesson from the “Learn – Mac Backup” tutorial we take a look document versions feature which can be used along with a Time Machine Backup. With Document Versions you can browse auto-saved snap shots of a document that follow its history from bring created to all the edits and changes to its current form. Any of those past versions can then be restored with a click! Learn much more in the Full Tutorial!

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Free Lesson: Space Lens in CleanMyMac X

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In this lesson that’s included in the full tutorial on CleanMyMac X we take a look at the new “Space Lens” scanner. With Space Lens you can quickly visualize what folders and files are taking up the most room on your hard drive(s).

CleanMyMac X is also included with a subscription to SetApp!

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Free Lesson: Markup in QuickLook on the Mac

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In this lesson see how we can now use Markup in QuickLook! This can make is super quick and easy to make a quick edit or annotation to an image or PDF file.

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