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i wired’s point it’s bit silly. apparently wired named ipad pro laptop of year 2017. product not apple laptop... https://www.wired.com/story/gear-of-the-year-2017/amp?__twitter_impression=true   technically it's more tablet laptop can people need laptop for.   Forums iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch iPad iPad iPhone Mac OS & System Software iPad Apple Watch Notebooks iTunes Apple ID iCloud Desktop Computers Apple Music Professional Applications iPod iWork Apple TV iLife Wireless

i picked couple seagate 8tb backup plus hubs mac @ compelling price during holiday sale, needed new tm drive high sierra mac pro , 1 new macbook pro. i'm setting , initial impression upon unboxing positive. small, light form factor , 2 usb 3 ports on front increase number of ports when connecting rather subtracting one. did weird behavior after connecting drive , pluging in ms mouse. have been bad connection. since issues usb 2 devices known problem have read about, not concerned this. drive seems pretty snappy , quiet. have experience seagate dashboard, app device? if so, shared experience appreciated. software included hardware can worse useless (although not biggie seagate). installed evaluate , access features. i'm going stick time machine seagate dashboard allow other functions power management, cloud uploads (to seagate servers) , other things, redundant respect other apps have. if there red flags come attention i'll uninstall rather wait

i’m not sure if ios problem or more specific x. ever since got x, mail screwy. there no notifications on app icon, when open mail there unread messages. other times, i’ll have mail icon saying have messages, aren’t there yet when open it. updated latest software last night , still doesn’t seem have fixed it. else having issues this? if so, have x or on earlier device running latest software?   i have x , yahoo mail isn’t working on ios 11   Forums iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch iPhone iPhone iPhone Mac OS & System Software iPad Apple Watch Notebooks iTunes Apple ID iCloud Desktop Computers Apple Music Professional Applications iPod iWork Apple TV iLife Wireless

i can no longer find how play videos on ipad or iphone since last upgrade. ideas please?   videos app changed tv app. videos play through tv app.   Forums iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch iOS iOS 11 iPhone Mac OS & System Software iPad Apple Watch Notebooks iTunes Apple ID iCloud Desktop Computers Apple Music Professional Applications iPod iWork Apple TV iLife Wireless

i have ss apple watch series 2 , have been frustrated constant rebooting of watch newest software. after failed attempt apple support , searching internet, see other users having same issue series 1, 2 , 3 watches. seems though there's issue wifi , security protocol hospital wifi. work in hospital. noticed watch begin randomly rebooting when left work , either traveled home or got home , connected home wifi or vice versa. unpaired watch several times, installed , set new watch. temporary solution. else having issue and/or knows fix?   Forums Apple Watch Apple Watch iPhone Mac OS & System Software iPad Apple Watch Notebooks iTunes Apple ID iCloud Desktop Computers Apple Music Professional Applications iPod iWork Apple TV iLife Wireless

i'm looking nice wooden case iphone x. i've had cases https://www.twigcase.com haven't got x yet. grovemade's cases amazing they're expensive in comparison others. pad , quill have nice case coming out shipping uk high. guys recommend?   thedon1 said: ↑ i'm looking nice wooden case iphone x. i've had cases https://www.twigcase.com haven't got x yet. grovemade's cases amazing they're expensive in comparison others. pad , quill have nice case coming out shipping uk high. guys recommend? click expand... not case exactly, rather real wood wrap maintains form factor of x , provides natural grip , scratch protection sides , back. , because wood use thin, @ 0.25mm thick, doesn’t impede inductive charging. not on market yet, soon. feel free direct message me if you’re interested.  

hi all, bought secondhand mba 2017 (backwarded el capitan) , have uninstalled bunch of apps it. however, app store keeps requesting update pdf guru. when try updating it, not work , states "update unavailable apple id". however, not find pdf guru on finder because have uninstalled it. have tried restarted keeps popping up. guidance erase annoying pdf guru update permanently? thank you.   to resolve pdf guru update nagging... find available updates terminal: code: softwareupdate --list then make mas ignore pdf guru: code: sofwareupdate --ignore appidentifier appidentifier name see pdf guru command above without dash , version number (e.g. without '-3.0.10'-part). put appidentifiers blank spaces in double quotes (e.g. softwareupdate --ignore "pdf guru") if ever want make ignored app updates showing again, type: code: softwareupdate --reset-

here's tinfoil hat conspiracy guys , girls ponder at. it's quite possible qanon in wh, or close. maybe it's nothing. http://dailyrabbithole.com/index.ph...qanon-seems-to-have-predicted-in-trump-tweet/ " 4chan poster, qanon, seems have predicted +++ in trump tweet there has been interesting turn of events in regards person known qanon, has been posting anonymously cryptic , predictive posts on 4chan have been constant since october 31 2017. qanon posted today message. note times. , note +++" https://www.reddit.com/r/conspiracy...ooky/?st=j9p087jn&sh=c162d490#bottom-comments ------------------------------------------------------------------- https://www.reddit.com/r/conspiracy/comments/7c24lh/for_those_who_love_conspiracies_it_seems_as/ for love conspiracies seems though qanon may wh director of social media dan scavino ----------------------------------------------------------------- https://www.reddit.com/r/co

ever since daylight savings time changed on 11/5 automations have not worked correctly. also, when setup new automation using time of day, time selector shows hour later current time. else seeing this?   whsbuss said: ↑ ever since daylight savings time changed on 11/5 automations have not worked correctly. also, when setup new automation using time of day, time selector shows hour later current time. else seeing this? click expand... i haven't noticed problem because use sunset , sunrise. timer have set through hue app slow fades lights on in am. when tried set automation defaulted 1 hour ahead mentioned. set automation turn office light off i'm sitting @ 5:15. i'll let know if timer works or not me. if doesn't i'll wait hour see if still on daylight savings or not. --- post merged, nov 15, 2017 --- the automation worked

i've had x week , have not seen single other x (except husbands) in wild. in toronto. surprised.   supply lag. vast majority of iphone x orders have 3-4 week delay attached them, puts delivery in mid- late-november. istocknow showing no stock populated areas.   Forums iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch iPhone iPhone iPhone Mac OS & System Software iPad Apple Watch Notebooks iTunes Apple ID iCloud Desktop Computers Apple Music Professional Applications iPod iWork Apple TV iLife Wireless

so have opportunity authorised store in area...at discount. https://everymac.com/systems/apple/...arly-2015-retina-display-specs.html#macspecs4 ports on main reason not ever want fkin around dongles. usage not need fastest , greatest....just word processing, interwebz light video watching. please, no lectures on latest it'll hold value....i don't upgrade often....plan @ least 5-7 years use it. plan keep on el capitan long possible. question im asking is....can swap 128gb ssd larger 1 market. , 1 get? samsung preferred. have no idea whether nvme drive or else....nonroom error won;t able return it. need adaptor? , if have link 1 specifically?   it's not idea computer plan on upgrading, need think of these things none-upgradable , 1 need @ time of purchase. whilst can upgrade, expensive , risky. if want same quality/speed need use recycled 1 machine (used), if want aftermarket ne

anyone else order iphone x through argos , still not heard anything?   i’ve not heard or seen doing that.   Forums iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch iPhone iPhone iPhone Mac OS & System Software iPad Apple Watch Notebooks iTunes Apple ID iCloud Desktop Computers Apple Music Professional Applications iPod iWork Apple TV iLife Wireless

so @ this; if have used apple upgrage/lease program , have been 1st day person when new phone released works out sept turn in of old phone , "paying off" old 24month loan getting new 24month loan; cycle continuing. got iphone 7 1st day last year waiting on "x" 2 month in our 2nd half payment plan or have 10 or less payments remaining. old phone being used pay off remaing debt in return? here question; renewing our iphone x lease in novemeber, when iphone 11 hits in sept have wait till novemeber or pay difference in months catch lease match. should credit on phone turned in after 12th payment. should same carrier based upgrade plan well. thoughts?   the iup , programs of these sorts designed provide convenience. lose money in long run since could’ve sold phone somewhere else , more money. question is, willing or have time hussle?  

as title says, setting new iphone x new or restoring backup? restore encrypted backup everytime upgrade new iphone i’ve been experiencing subpar battery life on iphone 7 plus think i’ll setting new iphone x new time around (getting delivered nov3rd)   using encrypted ios 11 backup. whole point of saving backup can restore phone in prompt manner. if people going set new iphone when else on par, why bother making backups?   Forums iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch iPhone iPhone iPhone Mac OS & System Software iPad Apple Watch Notebooks iTunes Apple ID iCloud Desktop Computers Apple Music Professional Applications iPod iWork Apple TV iLife Wireless

kohler @ ces 2018 week has introduced collection of new smart kitchen , bath products based on new kohler konnect platform, based on microsoft's azure internet-of-things cloud solutions. ​ spokeswoman kohler told macrumors sensate touchless kitchen faucet , dtv+ shower system first of kohler konnect products support apple's homekit platform smart home accessories. kohler's sensate faucet allows turn water on , off or dispense water measured volume, such eight-ounce cup or large pot, simple voice commands or touch-free motion-based interactions. faucet monitors water usage , lets track consumption using upcoming kohler konnect companion app. meanwhile, dtv+ showering system enables homeowners create , automate personalized showering experiences. kohler konnect app allows to, example, create , manage presets sound, water, steam, , lighting. ​ optional bridge, can use voice commands access presets, or use system's

got new series 3 nike + christmas. on setting watch elected 4.2 update. unfortunately wifi not work. did follow recommended checks , ensured wifi 2.4ghz. selected forgot network , reset again bluetooth on. restarted watch , resorted un pairing , setting again. tried brother-in-laws series 1 watch , works fine 4.2 update or maybe there fault in watch. before doing update never tested on 4.0 steps followed on link below... https://discussions.apple.com/thread/8144818 have option of sending watch in 'repair' watch can reverted baseline 4.0 or should wait until 4.3 comes out. else having issue ? there can try ? appreciate inputs. many in advance. p.s. series 3 model have not have cellular non-lte model.   wifi connects , works me (aw3 gps watchos 4.2). there lot suggest trying. before sending recommend calling tech support can step through icloud settings , such. me "t

is full paid iphone x t-mobile apple store unlocked @ gsm carrier ?   biibo said: ↑ is full paid iphone x t-mobile apple store unlocked @ gsm carrier ? click expand... if purchased through apple @ full price phone unlocked. purchased 64gb x t-mobile version, shut down swapped sims , worked verizon. gotta love apple.   Forums iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch iPhone iPhone iPhone Mac OS & System Software iPad Apple Watch Notebooks iTunes Apple ID iCloud Desktop Computers Apple Music Professional Applications iPod iWork Apple TV iLife Wireless

apple accessory maker twelve south today launched updated version of hirise mac stand, called hirise pro , it's selling $149.99. similar previous iteration, hirise pro includes adjustable height design (with 1-4 height options) , doubles storage space reduce desk clutter. ​ better integrate multiple design spaces, twelve south's new accessory comes double sided front plate in gunmetal , walnut, can flip on pick color prefer. company has included padded leather top valet on hirise pro can safely place iphone on ledge while work, , don't have worry scratches. ​ twelve south's series of hirise products built ergonomic solution reduce neck , strain when sit in front of imac or other external display long periods of time. adjustable height allows place imac's screen @ more eye level, , product work imac , apple-supported external display base width of 10 inches or less. ​ new double sided front plate magnetic , includes small

so i've went onto apple music today find 15-20 songs never downloaded or added account. appreciated.   the 2 logical answers downloaded them using device or on device using apple id.   Forums Apple and Apple Services Apple Music, Apple Pay, iCloud, Apple Services iPhone Mac OS & System Software iPad Apple Watch Notebooks iTunes Apple ID iCloud Desktop Computers Apple Music Professional Applications iPod iWork Apple TV iLife Wireless

my december challenge burn average of xxx calories month. know how check that? when challenged popped morning told me current monthly average is, though have no idea how figure out. thanks!   my bad....it’s average of xxx calories/day not month.   Forums Apple Watch Apple Watch iPhone Mac OS & System Software iPad Apple Watch Notebooks iTunes Apple ID iCloud Desktop Computers Apple Music Professional Applications iPod iWork Apple TV iLife Wireless

after using few days, noticed sure seems dusty (as opposed finger smears), compared 7+. screen has static charge or something...   no doesn't. it's same other (lcd/amoled) screen ever.   Forums iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch iPhone iPhone iPhone Mac OS & System Software iPad Apple Watch Notebooks iTunes Apple ID iCloud Desktop Computers Apple Music Professional Applications iPod iWork Apple TV iLife Wireless

hello name of thread states. in ios 11 can share wifi password wirelessly holding unlocked device connected wireless network next other device want connect @ wifi settings screen , pop on screen share password. had taken screen shots share apparently size of screenshots using iphone x large uploaded on website. error message saying uploaded file large process.   ke-iron said: ↑ hello name of thread states. in ios 11 can share wifi password wirelessly holding unlocked device connected wireless network next other device want connect @ wifi settings screen , pop on screen share password. had taken screen shots share apparently size of screenshots using iphone x large uploaded on website. error message saying uploaded file large process. click expand... i didn't know feature until 1 of nieces pointed out me 2 or 3 weeks ago. pretty cool.  

i have adjusted pretty running apple watch. enjoy being able track indoor workouts on treadmill time of year. 1 big thing miss data automatically synching strava did w/ garmin watch. app favorite tracking workouts , why?   i'm using ismoothrun track runs. had been using nrc+, app had gotten ridiculously buggy , inconsistent, gave up. year ago, exported of nike data on smashrun.com allow better analysis of data. best thing ever did. didn't want lose of badges , miles had accumulated on years @ nike, isr best option me. isr allows me export data nike exporting smashrun. isr has better integrations between aw , iphone nike has. when carry iphone, aw acts display isr-iphone app. that's want. when run on treadmill, use aw (i found using aw+iphone on treadmill kept setting off auto-pause). works great me , isr one-time $4 (maybe $5) purchase. no subscription fee. also, isr can

this 'bug' has been on here ages never tried resolve until now. tried ios 11 beta on iphone 7+ , ipad, used heif , hevc , both worked fine, , transfer on high sierra mac without transcoding. time stopped doing this, instead sending jpgs though still set high efficiency , keep originals. today tried toggling on , off both settings on new phone (x) , still no difference, jpg. ideas?   Forums iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch iPhone iPhone iPhone Mac OS & System Software iPad Apple Watch Notebooks iTunes Apple ID iCloud Desktop Computers Apple Music Professional Applications iPod iWork Apple TV iLife Wireless

does know cost of replacing battery non-retina 2012, 13" mbp? also, understand these can user replaceable. accurate? thanks. --- post merged, nov 12, 2017 --- found answer. $55 , replaceable. shucks, didn't need thread.   $99 or macsales.com/owc cheaper ones on amazon/ebay garbage   Forums Macs Notebooks MacBook Pro iPhone Mac OS & System Software iPad Apple Watch Notebooks iTunes Apple ID iCloud Desktop Computers Apple Music Professional Applications iPod iWork Apple TV iLife Wireless

bill de blasio (d) ..... don't trust him. seems sneaky , city barely heard him these past 4 years. professional @ giving vague answers. best mayor had awhile when comes education. nicole malliotakis (r) ..... typical republican aligned 100% party's agenda , not defer 0.01%. did make 1 case @ putting end city overpaying hotels house homeless. bo dietl (i) ..... friend of trump(nuff said). retired detective, he'll on cop's side. seem keep unions in nyc, seems type corrupt unions in 80's mafia days. guess i'll voting blasio default of elimination.   livefrmnyc said: ↑ bill de blasio (d) ..... don't trust him. seems sneaky , city barely heard him these past 4 years. professional @ giving vague answers. best mayor had awhile when comes education. nicole malliotakis (r) ..... typical republican aligned 100% party's agenda ,

office 2011 mac disaster. new office, particularly excel, nice — ms has been quietly making more , more windows version. power features still missing, seems ms working on including them. example, there proper vba ide unlike castrated version couple of years ago.   have tried take autosave off? seems can't in excel 15.41.   Forums Macs Mac Apps and Mac App Store iPhone Mac OS & System Software iPad Apple Watch Notebooks iTunes Apple ID iCloud Desktop Computers Apple Music Professional Applications iPod iWork Apple TV iLife Wireless

sessions rescind obama-era rules on non-interference states pot legal so republican rhetoric "states rights". hypocrisy strong on oligarchy side.   i don’t think oligarchy issue. it’s sessions issue.   Forums Mac Community Politics, Religion, Social Issues iPhone Mac OS & System Software iPad Apple Watch Notebooks iTunes Apple ID iCloud Desktop Computers Apple Music Professional Applications iPod iWork Apple TV iLife Wireless

several times have had reboot watch due exercise app being unable start. else having problem?   jwolf6589 said: ↑ several times have had reboot watch due exercise app being unable start. else having problem? click expand... happy new year! no problem here, it's not new year bug!   Forums Apple Watch Apple Watch iPhone Mac OS & System Software iPad Apple Watch Notebooks iTunes Apple ID iCloud Desktop Computers Apple Music Professional Applications iPod iWork Apple TV iLife Wireless

at long last   sooo happy use app daily. need black theme easier on battery.   Forums iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch iOS Apps iPhone Mac OS & System Software iPad Apple Watch Notebooks iTunes Apple ID iCloud Desktop Computers Apple Music Professional Applications iPod iWork Apple TV iLife Wireless

not sure put this, starting here... i've got 2 identical systems- 5,1, dual 6 core 2.93, 32mb ram. both running el cap .6. besides installed sw, hardware differences maybe ram mfg, , hard drive config. rendering multiple instances of copies of same copy ae file via aerender on each. noticing 1 machine doesn't dig swap memory @ all, memory pressure high, , lockup when hits redline. other machine jumps right swap memory, minimal memory pressure (6%) renders start slowing down deeper digs. of course, aftereffects versions same identical settings. have insight or direction persue? in advance.   how hard drive config differ? how free space on drives? what's output if run following command in terminal? code: sudo launchctl list | grep com.apple.dynamic_pager   Forums Macs

i use otterbox defender on 8 plus , wondering if knew place magnetic plate in case use car mount not interfere wireless charging?   there go.   Forums iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch iPhone iPhone Accessories iPhone Mac OS & System Software iPad Apple Watch Notebooks iTunes Apple ID iCloud Desktop Computers Apple Music Professional Applications iPod iWork Apple TV iLife Wireless

hi else have issue items taken on iphone x being blurred out effect of portrait though camera preview did not have depth of field .. however, after taking photo auto edited being part of depth of field.. issue anyone? not have problem taking 7+ .. hmmm ..   Forums iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch iOS iOS 11 iPhone Mac OS & System Software iPad Apple Watch Notebooks iTunes Apple ID iCloud Desktop Computers Apple Music Professional Applications iPod iWork Apple TV iLife Wireless

i noticed best buy came out own wireless charger made iphone. better price point belkin or mophie , still supports faster 7.5w charging. https://www.bestbuy.com//site/insi...-pad-for-iphone-black/5999807.p?skuid=5999807 *update* fast charging, small size, starts charging immediately, no annoying beeping sounds, usb cable longer.   bnekic said: ↑ i noticed best buy came out own wireless charger made iphone. better price point belkin or mophie , still supports faster 7.5w charging. https://www.bestbuy.com//site/insi...-pad-for-iphone-black/5999807.p?skuid=5999807 click expand... is certified apple?   Forums iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch iPhone iPhone Accessories iPh

hey all, didn't see many threads hp spectre x360 i'd figure i'd post impressions in new post. background-- have 15" late 2016 macbook pro, , though apple has made progress in slimming down bezels, @ end of day 15" form factor , just big enough nuisance when travelling. background-- tried huawei matebook x , absolutely loved form factor. there virtually no bezels , laptop solidly built. had part ways because touch pad inexplicably unresponsive, , little easy matebook uncomfortably warm. lastly, 8th-generation kaby lake around corner significant performance gains (dual quad core), decided i'd ultraportable kaby lake refresh. lo , behold, found hp spectre x360 lineup received refresh. aside processor upgrade, late 2017 model offers fingerprint sensor , heating vents have moved side of laptop bottom. i7/16 gb ram/512 gb ssd variant on sale @ best buy $999, , spectre line comes touchscreen , stylus on models. seemed quite deal had

i have noticed left hand side of iphone x has come apart, can see metal internals. zoom in on picture below. can’t believe this, side caught attention because felt sharp edge under thumb while using phone.   attached files: 127feb4d-92b5-4233-9867-ced25cf92556.jpeg file size: 1.6 mb views: 2,465 waquzy said: ↑ i have noticed left hand side of iphone x has come apart, can see metal internals. zoom in on picture below. can’t believe this, side caught attention because felt sharp edge under thumb while using phone. click expand... it's difficult tell picture, however, contact apple , replace phone you. if it's swollen battery.   Forums

i have friend wants sell me iphone x. know when picked iphone 7 use verizon version on network att version not compatible. if new iphone x listed verizon work on network?   yes. a1865 verizon version, works on cdma , gsm networks. a1901 att version , gsm only.   Forums iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch iPhone iPhone iPhone Mac OS & System Software iPad Apple Watch Notebooks iTunes Apple ID iCloud Desktop Computers Apple Music Professional Applications iPod iWork Apple TV iLife Wireless

my mac slow, had error in system asked press key, when restarted this. this? hacker? whats happening? https://imgur.com/a/z0ndf   macbook pro (retina, 15-inch, late 2013) macos high serra identified through tinkertool user group called _guest, "guest" user had exclusive access folders within him. in public folder see folder called "dropbox", not (even through tinkertool) change user permissions have access, possible identify "downloads" had 1 file. deactivated through system preferences guest user, while running command "dscl .list / users" existed guest user. after time command started appear following error: "can not open remote host, error: dsopendirserviceerr" used "ls -lha / users /" quote total 0 drwxr-xr-x 6 root admin 192b nov 8 14:29. drwxr-xr-x 30 root wheel 960b nov 8 13:34 .. -rw -r-r--

i got new iphone x , found problem: after 20-30 minutes of light web surfing become hot. noticed too??   appleuserfan said: ↑ i got new iphone x , found problem: after 20-30 minutes of light web surfing become hot. noticed too?? click expand... give few days, first 1-2 it’s downloading icloud , indexing os. mine remained warm of day yesterday   Forums iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch iPhone iPhone iPhone Mac OS & System Software iPad Apple Watch Notebooks iTunes Apple ID iCloud Desktop Computers Apple Music Professional Applications iPod iWork Apple TV iLife Wireless

hi all, i’m trying switch carriers , sign iphone upgrade program through apple store online running walls. looks if want reserve iphone pickup @ apple store, asks me existing account information doesn’t let me sign new account. won’t let me reserve without account information. mean way sign new carrier either through carrier or through apple store in person?   Forums iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch iPhone iPhone iPhone Mac OS & System Software iPad Apple Watch Notebooks iTunes Apple ID iCloud Desktop Computers Apple Music Professional Applications iPod iWork Apple TV iLife Wireless

i posted in iphone thread, re-posting here because wasn't sure in category issue falls... installing music on phone when froze , sent me home screen. when tried reopen app showed black screen , crash home screen. read various articles, including suggestions reset settings. reset settings, , phone stuck maybe 80% done , has shown no signs of completing reset. suggestions how phone finish resetting? has else run issue new phone? wasn't sure if iphone x issue or ios issue..   Forums iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch iOS iOS 11 iPhone Mac OS & System Software iPad Apple Watch Notebooks iTunes Apple ID iCloud Desktop Computers Apple Music Professional Applications iPod iWork Apple TV iLife Wireless

i've been looking qi charger desk @ work haven't found 1 looks good. i'm wanting professional looking stand won't out of place on desk. of ones i've found ugly hockey puck. has found nice looking stands yet? i'd aluminum or stainless one. think contact side has plastic or rubber charging aspect work rest can metal. in advance.   i got one https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/b071kfnj75/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=utf8&psc=1 looks pretty , right price. not fan of flat ones when sitting @ desk. wanted 1 charge while in landscape well.   Forums iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch iPhone iPhone Accessories iPhone Mac OS & System Software iPad Apple Watch Notebooks iTunes Apple ID iCloud

i use mac job (custom applications) don't need many features on mac. macos (incl latest os x) looks bloatware. why system full of callhistory (i don't own iphone), or calendar sync... when need computing resources need. want delete: mail contacts calendar photos photo booth itunes chess facetime gamecenter ibooks launchpad maps time machine wonder tried that?   delete/turn off want, know there's no easy way re-install many of default system apps (mail, calendar, etc.). they're not using resources, save little bit of disk space, if they're not launched , running.   Forums Macs macOS macOS iPhone Mac OS & System Software iPad Apple Watch Notebooks iTunes Apple ID iCloud Desktop

over last week have been learning how set firmware password, turn on full-disk encryption , create ccc clone. learned how boot clone using option boot. last couple of times did apple > shut down screen went dark, still see mouse pointer , move it. if dimmed screen didn't shut down. when booted - without clone plugged in - see flashing folder question mark. on brand new retina running sierra. if ssd bad or os corrupt going furious! if reboot holding down "option" key - again nothing plugged in - startup disk. if click on that, log in screen , in mac. looked in system preferences , internal drive listed startup disk. happened brand new mac?   reset nvram: reboot, holding option-command-p-r should hear boot chime, continue hold same 4 keys hear boot chime 2 more times, release keys allow normal boot. (if new mac not have boot chime, hold 4 keys on restart 30 second