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Should you leave your Mac running all the time?

What are the benefits to leaving your Mac running all the time? And the costs? Which should you choose to do?

May 14, 2019 Macs, Technology

Apple recalls AC Wall Plug Adaptors

Apple now has two recall programs for AC wall plug adaptors. Check all your Apple-supplied power adaptors to […]

April 25, 2019 General, Macs, Technology

A lexicon of Mac power adaptors, from MagSafe to USB-C

Which adaptor to use with which laptop Mac. And a detailed directory of macOS features and services around the world.

January 1, 2019 Macs, Technology

The uninterruptible power of a cat: replacing my UPS

The cat broke my UPS. Here’s how I chose its replacement, and installed it despite the cat. Why are they sold by so few outlets, though?

December 15, 2018 Macs, Technology

Poor coverage: the battery killer

Patchy mobile signal coverage is a sure way to flatten your iPhone or iPad battery very quickly. There must be a better solution than Airplane mode.

September 2, 2017 General, Macs, Technology

Don’t die in the bath: mains power and mortality

It’s too easy to get blasΓ© and careless with electricity. Don’t die in your bath: please follow these basic precautions.

March 24, 2017 General, Life, Macs, Technology

Samsung’s exploding phones are a timely reminder over USB-C

Although not now believed to be the cause, Samsung’s phone recall is a timely reminder about potential problems with USB-C ports and power.

September 3, 2016 General, Macs, Technology

Macs, mains power, and mortality

It is easy to forget what mains power does to humans. Here are some reminders about how to stay alive despite electricity.

January 14, 2016 General, Macs, Technology

Q&A: Can I use one MagSafe adaptor for both my MacBook Pro and Air?

Is it safe, and does Apple support it?

January 6, 2016 Macs, Technology

Q&A: Is this the right UPS?

Would an APC Back-Ups UPS be suitable for my Mac mini?

September 30, 2015 Macs, Technology

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