MacBooks

MacBooks are laptops made by the tech giant Apple, and over the years they’ve become synonymous with thin, light yet powerful notebooks. It’s hard to overstate the impact MacBooks, particularly the iconic MacBook Air, had on the laptop market - such as prompting its Windows-based rivals to create a whole new genre to compete: the Ultrabook.
The latest generation are Apple’s best yet, so it’s little surprise, then, that MacBooks often find their way onto our best laptops list.
If you mainly associate Apple with iPhones, AirPods and iPads, then you really need to check out what it’s doing in the laptop space as well - releasing a range of products that combine powerful performance with stylish looks and the superb build quality for which the company has become known.
Latest about Macbooks

This nifty MacBook Air cooling design could take performance to the next level
By Christian Guyton published
The Frore AirJet Mini is a fanless cooling solution that promises to significantly boost MacBook Air performance.

MacBook Air 2024: latest news, rumors and what we want to see
By Darren Allan published
How might the next-gen MacBook Air shape up? We dive into all the latest rumors, as well as our own wishlist.

The best MacBook Pro 2023
By Collin Probst last updated
Updated We've gone hand-on with Apple hardware - and these are the best MacBook Pro laptops we recommend using whether you're a professional, content creator, or just want beauty and power.

MacBook Pro 14-inch (2023): everything you need to know
By Christian Guyton last updated
New MacBook Pro models with M2 Pro and M2 Max chips have dropped: here's everything you need to know.

If you received your M3 MacBook Pro already, chances are it came with an outdated OS
By Allisa James published
According to various online reports, some M3 MacBook Pros and M3 iMacs shipped with the older macOS, and they won't let you update to the latest version.

The best MacBook and Macs 2023
By Michelle Rae Uy last updated
We weigh the pros and cons of Apple's best MacBook and Macs, from Mac mini to the new MacBook Pro.

Apple MacBook Pro 16-inch (M3 Max): maximum power, maximum price tag
By Matt Hanson last updated
Apple has released a new model of its ultra-powerful 16-inch MacBook Pro, but coming just nine months after the last version, does it feel rushed?

Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch M3 Max (2023) review: the Mac gaming rig is here
By Lance Ulanoff published
The MacBook Pro 14-inch (M3 Max, 2023) combines a proven design with the M3 Max chip, the fastest Apple silicon ever.
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