How to connect your iPhone to a 2016 MacBook Pro or MacBook

Apple announced its new MacBook Pro computers last week. Like the iPhone 7, the laptop eliminates quite a few ports that came standard on past models — MagSafe power, USB 3.0, Thunderbolt 2 and HDMI. These are replaced with just two or four Thunderbolt 3 / USB-C ports. That makes for a sleek-looking laptop, but it also means you can’t plug your iPhone in without an adapter. Here’s what you’ll need.

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How to identify your MacBook Pro model as Retina or not (updated June 2017)

Apple make a lot of MacBook laptops that share similar names. Here’s how to quickly and easily identify which MacBook Pro model you have, so you can find the right accessories for it. Our list is updated to include both 13-inch and 15-inch models, and those available with or without features like the Touch Bar and Retina Display. Let’s get started!

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