Apple M1 to M6: how Apple Silicon evolved, and what each M, Pro, Max or Ultra is for
Six generations in six years, and four tiers in each. This is what actually separates an M from a Pro, a Max and an Ultra, and which one is worth paying for.
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Laptop-Malta Tech Desk
The technical column of Laptop-Malta, the laptop shop and repair workshop in St Julian's, Malta. Articles published here explain hardware, compatibility and repair topics for customers. Tech Desk is a section of this site rather than a single writer.
Apple Silicon: why Apple left Intel behind, and why ARM became so important
Apple did not simply swap Intel for another supplier. It moved the CPU, GPU, memory and AI hardware onto one chip, and that is what changed how a Mac behaves on battery.
Running AI Models Locally: Why VRAM Decides What a Machine Can Do
Why a gaming card and an AI card are not the same purchase, how model size and quantisation decide what fits, what happens when it does not, and the cases where renting is simply cheaper.
SSD Upgrades: SATA, NVMe and What M.2 Actually Means
What separates SATA from NVMe, what the M.2 notch actually tells you, why a drive can fit the slot and still stay invisible, and the four ways cloning Windows goes wrong.
10 reasons why your Gaming laptop is hot
Let us tell you 10 reasons why your Gaming laptop become too hot! Of course, we don’t only collect the reasons, but we also want to give you advice on how you can prevent overheating.
MacBook pro recall program
Apple has announced a recall for “a limited number of older generation” 15-inch MacBook Pro models due to a possible fire risk.
Wi-fi news: Everything you should know about Wi-Fi 6
The new Wi-fi 6 is not only about the speed; it provides better performance in congested areas from huge facilities to your own home device.
Finally Apple has unveiled M2 processor! Here is what you can accomplish with M2
For the completely redesigned MacBook Air and the upgraded 13-inch MacBook Pro, the M2 delivers power-efficient performance and capabilities.
Apple Staingate
Let's start with the basics! What do you need to know about Apple Staingate? What is Apple Staingate exactly? It is worth knowing the answer if you are planning to buy a Mac soon, especially a refurbished one. Staingate is…
The GeForce mining limit could be completely unlocked. Or no?
The GeForce mining limit could be completely unlocked. Or no? Can you imagine that the GeForce mining limit could be unlockable to anyone? There was a statement from a developer, named Sergey regarding this. Sergey said: 'Yes, it is possible,…