Macbook Articles
Browse our latest Macbook posts—practical guides, troubleshooting steps, and buying tips.
Explore our Macbook library for practical troubleshooting, maintenance, and buying advice. These guides are written for real-world issues we see daily—especially for customers in Toronto & the GTA.
Whether you’re comparing models, trying to fix a recurring issue, or planning your next upgrade, you’ll find step-by-step guides, checklists, and practical tips that help you make the right call.
If you want hands-on help, UniverCell Canada offers diagnostics, repair, and certified pre-owned options. When a fix is best handled in-store, our articles explain what to try first and when to escalate.
Popular Macbook topics
- Troubleshooting common Macbook issues
- Battery health, charging, and performance tips
- Storage cleanup, speed improvements, and software fixes
- Buying advice: what to check before purchasing used
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How to Speed Up a Slow MacBook
Your MacBook used to be lightning fast. Now it takes forever to open apps, websites crawl, and the…
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Macbook FAQ
What are the most common Macbook problems?
The most frequent issues we see include battery drain, charging problems, slow performance, storage filling up, and accidental damage. Start with software checks (updates, storage, background apps) before moving to hardware diagnostics.
How do I know if my MacBook needs a battery replacement?
If your battery drops quickly, shuts down unexpectedly, or takes unusually long to charge, it may be worn. Check battery health settings (when available) and compare your daily usage to how long the device holds a charge.
Is it safe to buy a used MacBook?
Yes—if you verify key checkpoints like battery condition, screen quality, cameras, speakers, ports, network lock/IMEI status, and that the device can be fully reset and activated. Our buying guides in this category include practical checklists.
Start here: quick checklist
- Update your software and restart (fixes many common glitches).
- Check storage space and remove unused apps/files if you’re running low.
- Review battery health and charging behavior (cable, adapter, port cleanliness).
- Test key functions: camera, speaker, mic, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and cellular.
- Back up important data before attempting deeper troubleshooting.
- If the issue is physical (screen, port, liquid exposure), stop and get diagnostics.
If you’re in Toronto & the GTA, you can also visit a UniverCell location for a quick assessment, or request a quote online when you already know what’s wrong.