MacBook Pro heat Anyone who owns a MacBook Pro - how hot does this unit get? I've heard it gets so hot it turns itself off and practically unbearable to have on your lap without protection of some sort. Anyone out there know? Thanks Norman MacBook Pro heat Anyone who owns a MacBook Pro - how hot does this unit get? I've heard it gets so hot it turns itself off and practically unbearable to have on your lap without protection of... » Read More MacBook Pro heat Anyone who owns a MacBook Pro - how hot does this unit get? I've heard it gets so hot it turns itself off and practically unbearable to have on your lap without protection of some sort. Anyone out there know? Thanks Norman « Show Less
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Some of the older models reputedly had problems with heat management, but I've not experienced them yet. I've been using a 17" MBP for two weeks now. When it's on AC power and processing a lot it gets hot, but shut itself down? No. When not working so hard, or running on battery, the temperature doesn't stand out to me. Overall, I don't think it gets hotter than my other Intel notebooks-- they all use a lot of power at full speed.
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Thanks for your response. I wanted to be sure that others were not having heat problems with this MAC before I placed an order. I am using the new MacBook and it works great no heat problems there. Robert
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Bill, could you send me your 'goofy' Apple mouse? I can always use an extra one and I like it better than the Logitech. Your assertion that you 'can't do that' (plug in any mouse you want) with the Macbook Pro is, of course, false. You can plug it in and both the mouse and the built-in trackpad work at the same time.I DO like your advice to try out the computer in the store, though. Let me know how that works out with the Dell you recommend, which is only available through mail order...
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I have heard the same statements from other people that is why I am very concerned about purchasing this computer. I would like to have this question answered too. I have the MacBook 13.3 inch system and I don't have this problem it runs very cool and never turns itself off. Robert
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I haven't heard the fan yet and it hasn't really gotten that hot yet either. I know what you mean though. My 2009 macbook was the same as yours.
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I wish I could tell you that I doesn't get hot, but it does. For an average adult that's more aware, you can get away with leanin on the unit and just have a bit of scare with the warmth of the top. Nothing that will burn to damage severely. I would say if you had it around kids, just simply aware them and show them got hot it gets.... It is a great toaster and can be used in great amounts!
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The MacBook Air gets slightly warm in rear mid-section, where the pencil-sized battery is located. You can also feel a little warmth at the top of the keyboard if you seek it out. I would not put it on my bare upper legs if I were wearing shorts, but have no problem sitting it in my lap. My comparisons would be 12 years of PowerBooks and MacBook Pros, which definitely got warmer. James Fallows at "The Atlantic" keeps a journal about his experiences with his MacBook Air. Also, check out David Pogue at the NYT and Walt Mossberg at AllThingsD for their opinions. But, remember, most people have had their MBAs only since March or April. This is such a new product that one must decide to be something of a guinea pig.
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I have this model. I used to play games on Facebook with it and the graphics "heavy" games would cause the fan to come on. I downloaded a donation ware app title Macs Fan Controller that monitors the fan speed and processor temperature and give you the option to have the fan come on at a lower temp thereby reducing the heating issue. I am on here looking for a replacement because I dropped the MacBook and cracked the case. (BTW: the Macs Fan Controller works on any intel mac processor)
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Not me. My macbook gets a little hot when I'm watching a movie and have it on the charger at the same time but that's to be expected. Other than that, no overheating whatsoever
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I've had mine for about 6 months. The 2 fans blow directly up onto laptop and you can feel, depending on speed, the air dispersed to sides. Blue lights are quite bright. The remind me of the underlights on cars these days. ; p I keep mine on low speed and adjust the height/ angle on the very 1st "rung". I don't game but I do turn it up when grandchildren come over and use it. I have a Presario notebook. It does get very warm which is why I purchased this. If it did breakdown I would get another just like it in a flat second. Cleaning?. I havent tried to take it apart. I blow it out while running on low with canned air. Hope this helps.
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I've had mine for a while and occasionally use it on my lap. I find the heat very tolerable. This Think Pad is cooler than my T41. IMO this one of the best laptops. I may be biased because this is my fourth Think Pad.
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I find that the top of the toaster gets hot enough that I need to pull my hands away immediately. I fear it could burn me or a child if touched long enough. Could my toaster be defective or is this normal? Past Cuisinart never got hot on exterior.
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If you read other comments about this it is really helpful. The comments below are kind of rude and in the other comments there are ones that actually had overheating issues before using this product and now there laptop doesn't overheat. I'm actually waiting for more to come in the mail now. It's perfect for your lap.
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I haven't noticed any overheating. I've got a retina MB Pro with an SSD, and it always seems to run cool unless I'm doing video work or something heavily processor intensive... which I'm usually plugged in for, and not working out of the case. The inside of the case is constructed of some sort of mesh fabric, which may also be adding to its perceived breathability.
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I would highly recommend the MacBook Pro. As opposed to the newer version. in the event you have problems with this unit. you can, always reachout to Apple for replacement parts, and so forth. However the new the MacBook Pro with, retina display does not offer you that option. Instead you have to replace the whole Laptop:( Moreover you can do some amazing things with the older model. Hope I was able to help. -Essie
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I use this drive as my BootCamp (Win8.1) on a new Mac Pro. I keep it up in a wire trough under my desk. I have been through the wiring a few times, and have not noticed this drive to be warm. I think the moving drives generate more heat than the SSDs.
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I used this cable to charge my iPhone 6 and my phone overheated (I got the temperature warning). I've never had any of my phones ever get so hot! It wasn't just warm to the touch, it was HOT!When I plug it into my MacBook Pro, I also get this message, "USB Devices Disabled. Unplug the device using too much power to re-enable USB devices." An iPhone should not get this message as it doesn't draw that much power.
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i have used in my classes and it really stay hot, but nothing that could possibly cause an accident! when it stays hot I turn off and wait few minutes, betwen classes for example....
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I keep on having issue's with mine too. It does not work well, it keeps on turning off and stop cooling my laptop after every few seconds and I have to tap on the back to turn it on. This product is horrible and I only used mine for 2 times. I wish I could return it to get a refund or a replacement.
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Need you to define "overheat"; do you mean "does it get hot" or "does it get hot enough that it shuts down"? Yes they get warm on your lap if you are holding it there for an extended period of time. As with any laptop, the battery life will vary depending on the load/tasks that you are running on them. What I define as "light" or "heavy" use may not be what you define. My experience so far is that is has been close to what is specified by Apple although i have never run it until the battery was totally exhausted. Because it uses an SSD instead of a motorized/mechanical (spinning platters) hard drive, the battery life is considerably longer than it would be with a mechanical drive. Need you to define "overheat"; do you mean "does it get hot" or "does it get hot enough that it shuts down"? Yes they get warm on your lap if you are holding it there for an extended period of time. As with any laptop, the battery life will vary depending on the load/tasks that you are running on them. What I define as "light" or "heavy" use may not be what you define. My experience so far is that is has been close to what is specified by Apple although i have never run it until the battery was totally exhausted. Because it uses an SSD... » Read More Need you to define "overheat"; do you mean "does it get hot" or "does it get hot enough that it shuts down"? Yes they get warm on your lap if you are holding it there for an extended period of time. As with any laptop, the battery life will vary depending on the load/tasks that you are running on them. What I define as "light" or "heavy" use may not be what you define. My experience so far is that is has been close to what is specified by Apple although i have never run it until the battery was totally exhausted. Because it uses an SSD instead of a motorized/mechanical (spinning platters) hard drive, the battery life is considerably longer than it would be with a mechanical drive. « Show Less