Hosted by site sponsor WebMate.







What's New? @ EveryMac.com (Archive)

Also see: Current What's New?

EveryMac.com is updated on a regular basis. To be notified of site updates, sign up for EveryMac.com's convenient twice monthly e-mail list.



19 December 2018

This update of EveryMac.com features comprehensive updates to the Retina MacBook Q&A, Retina MacBook Air Q&A and Aluminum Mac mini Q&A to cover the latest models and changes.

EveryMac.com's Ultimate Mac Lookup has been updated, too.

Apple MacBook Air 2018
Photo Credit: Apple, Inc. (Apple MacBook Air, 2018)

The Retina MacBook Q&A answers "What are the major differences between the motley assortment of Retina MacBook, Retina MacBook Air, and pre-Retina MacBook Air models? Which is best for my needs?" and "What USB-C adapters are available for the Retina MacBook? Which will work for me?" and many other questions about Apple's smallest notebooks.

The all new Retina MacBook Air Q&A answers "How fast is the Retina MacBook Air compared to other recent Mac notebooks?" and "Is it true that Apple has blocked Linux from working on the Retina MacBook Air?" and much more about Apple's latest notebook line.

The Aluminum Mac mini Q&A answers "How do you upgrade the RAM in the Aluminum Mac mini? Which models have upgradable RAM?" and "Is it possible to add a remote to the current Aluminum Mac mini?" and more about new and old models alike.

For those interested in saving money on a new Mac, Apple Authorized site sponsor Adorama has the new models in stock and available with free shipping.

EveryMac.com's Ultimate Mac Lookup has been updated with additional identifiers for new and old Macs alike from hands-on inspection and submissions by helpful readers. Thank you very much to those who continue to contribute info. It's appreciated always.

If you bought, or buy, a new Mac, please get in touch and and send in its serial number. Non-personal information will be added to EveryMac.com's Ultimate Mac Lookup to help with model identification and differentiation. Thank you.

New Q&As

A selection of Q&As since the last major site update include:

  • What USB-C adapters are available for the Retina MacBook? Which will work for my needs?
  • What are the major differences between the motley assortment of Retina MacBook, Retina MacBook Air, and pre-Retina MacBook Air models? Which is best for me?
  • What are all the differences between the Retina MacBook Air models? Which should I buy?
  • How fast is the Retina MacBook Air compared to the Retina MacBook and Retina MacBook Pro? How fast is it compared to the older pre-Retina MacBook Air?
  • Is it possible to replace the battery in the Retina MacBook Air? How?
  • What are all the differences between the "Space Gray" Aluminum Mac mini models? Which is best for me?
  • What are all the differences between the current "Space Gray" Aluminum Mac mini models and the models replaced?
  • How fast are the current "Space Gray" Aluminum Mac mini models compared to each other and to the models replaced?
  • How do you upgrade the RAM in the Aluminum Mac mini models? Which models have upgradable RAM? How much RAM does each actually support?
  • Do all Aluminum Mac mini models support a remote? Is it possible to add remote support?

For all new Q&As, please refer to EveryMac.com's Recently Added Q&As listing.










Additions & Changes:

Completely updated the Retina MacBook Q&A, Retina MacBook Air Q&A, and Aluminum Mac mini Q&A to cover the latest models and more.

Updated site features:

If you would like to advertise on EveryMac.com, please use the Contact page. Thank you.

<< Previous What's New?






Established in 1996, EveryMac.com has been created by experts with decades of experience with Apple hardware. EveryMac.com includes, and always has included, original research incorporating detailed, hands-on inspection of packaging, computers, and devices as well as extensive real-world use. All information is provided in good faith, but no website or person is perfect. Accordingly, EveryMac.com is provided "as is" without warranty of any kind whatsoever. EveryMac.com, and the authors thereof, shall not be held responsible or liable, under any circumstances, for any damages resulting from the use or inability to use the information within. For complete disclaimer and copyright information please read and understand the Terms of Use and the Privacy Policy before using EveryMac.com. Copying, scraping, or use of any content without expressed permission is not allowed, although links to any page are welcomed and appreciated.