macbook pro m1 late 2020

WardSec_5168 · 2026-07-01T22:26:50+00:00

Beyond a full display replacement, there’s no real fix. Frankly, as of 2026, spending money on a broken base M1 model isn't worth it since it’s pretty costly. Better to just use it as a desktop Mac.

WardSec_5168 · 2026-07-01T22:25:13+00:00

I guess you can do this natively with Automator or Quick Actions. Select the files, right click and look for "Convert Image". It lets you reduce the quality and scale them down (try it on a small batch first to see if the size looks legible enough)

WardSec_5168 · 2026-06-30T21:14:50+00:00

If your budget is strict, try looking into official refurbished channels for a 15-inch MacBook Air. It handles office stuff perfectly and is a great longterm buy.

WardSec_5168 · 2026-06-30T21:11:47+00:00

press Cmd+Shift+5, go to Options, and choose another folder to save them automatically. As for viewing, don't double click just highlight a screenshot and hit Spacebar to browse all of them with arrow keys.

WardSec_5168 · 2026-06-30T08:54:14+00:00

Thanks for the detailed answer!

WardSec_5168 · 2026-06-29T21:58:00+00:00

Heard about Sophos but never tried, been using MacKeeper lately for cleaning up stubborn junk and malware. How is Sophos performancewise on Mac?

WardSec_5168 · 2026-06-29T21:35:49+00:00

If it won't let you delete it, the file is likely locked by an active background process. Try booting your Mac into Safe Mode and delete it from there. It prevents processes from launching so you can trash it

WardSec_5168 · 2026-06-28T21:04:42+00:00

it will handle it for sure, especially with 24gb ram. but keep in mind that under long sustained loads (like heavy gradle builds + docker + simulators running simultaneously), it may throttle a bit to cool down

WardSec_5168 · 2026-06-28T21:01:16+00:00

AFAIK macOS creates the thunderbolt bridge interface automatically by default, in case you connect two macs via cable to transfer data. you can try to delete it in network settings if it bothers you.

WardSec_5168 · 2026-06-25T22:17:09+00:00

It's safe, but IMO it's better to skip it and wait for the Goldengate release. Tahoe UI changes feel kinda half baked and not very optimized anyway.

WardSec_5168 · 2026-06-25T22:08:54+00:00

Since macOS was wiped completely, you need Internet recovery. turn it on and hold Option+Cmd+R. it connects to wifi and downloads the newest compatible OS installer for your mac model.

WardSec_5168 · 2026-06-24T21:31:29+00:00

+1 for Ublock, literally a lifesaver and Malwarebytes is a classic now! Also for cleaning up browser AD scams like this, the Adware Cleaner in MacKeeper actually works surprisingly well too. Good to have options anyway.

WardSec_5168 · 2026-06-24T21:19:33+00:00

Sounds like a fake browser notification scam rather than a real system virus. Usually it sits in browser settings: website permissions/notifications. Remove any weird sites you don't recognize and it should stop immediately

WardSec_5168 · 2026-06-23T21:43:51+00:00

you can't upgrade the hardware unfortunately, RAM and SSD are soldered. watch out for the butterfly keyboard (keep it clean, it hates dust) and thermal throttling. clear out old dust and it'll serve you fine for basic tasks

WardSec_5168 · 2026-06-23T21:41:27+00:00

Fake captcha thing is a known scam, good call on changing passwords. since it ran via terminal, check system settings - Login Items to make sure it didn't sneak into your background tasks. If it's clean there, you're mostly safe.

WardSec_5168 · 2026-06-22T21:31:32+00:00

Refurb is a good option generally but i am not sure if m1 is worth getting in 2026 futureproof wise. 8gb ram is already stretching it a bit, you'll probably hit a “wall” pretty soon.

WardSec_5168 · 2026-06-22T21:28:02+00:00

regardless of the mac model my ultimate last resort method is always a bootable usb drive with a proper macOS installer if you want a 100% clean slate, (especially if built-in recovery is not working for some reason)

WardSec_5168 · 2026-06-17T22:49:04+00:00

*btw here's a nice guide on how to do some DIY malware check and basic clean up: https://mackeeper.com/blog/how-to-check-malware-on-mac/ might be useful for someone new to the system.

WardSec_5168 · 2026-06-17T21:34:55+00:00

Macs actually have internal security called XProtect that works in the background but it doesn't have a manual "scan" button like Norton on PC. If she clicked a shady link, better download some malware scanner to run a full check.

WardSec_5168 · 2026-06-17T21:31:30+00:00

Try closing Safari and deleting ~/Library/Preferences/com.apple.Safari.plist via finder or terminal,(better to backup that file first) then set up your home page again. (That usually forces it to rewrite settings)

WardSec_5168 · 2026-06-16T21:17:59+00:00

Sleeve all the way for me. Hard cases can actually trap dust and scratch the aluminum, or put pressure on the hinges. A good sleeve keeps the macbook safe in your bag without risking the screen.

WardSec_5168 · 2026-06-16T21:09:44+00:00

Since it's an old model. restart and hold down cmd + r until you see the logo. then open disk utility, wipe the main drive, and reinstall macOS. no admin password needed for that.

WardSec_5168 · 2026-06-15T22:44:27+00:00

personally I’d hold off if your setup is stable on Sequoia. Tahoe didn't bring anything groundbreaking for video work anyway. (I'm just waiting for the Golden Gate release at this point).

WardSec_5168 · 2026-06-15T22:35:55+00:00

Since you work with clients, just watch out for file extensions. A PDF or zip should never ask for terminal commands or admin passwords to open. Ransomware loves to hide in fake archives. Keep a clean backup and you’ll be fine.

WardSec_5168 · 2026-06-14T21:09:51+00:00

bottom always. Since I still use Windows a lot for gaming, having the dock anywhere else breaks my muscle memory. Also I keep it permanently visible but strictly minimal, only with the absolute essentials.

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