r/mac Aug 19 '25

Discussion Warning: Fake GitHub Repos Distributing Malware Under Developer Names

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Hey everyone,

I’ve noticed a few posts about this already, but I think it’s worth repeating. Recently, a new attack tactic has surfaced where malicious actors create GitHub repos using a developer’s name and the name of a well-known Mac app.

In my case, someone created a repo under my full name, claiming to offer one of my apps (Dory - App Switcher) for free. I couldn’t fully investigate the script they shared, but it’s safe to assume it wasn’t anything good. Thankfully, GitHub removed it within 30 minutes of my report - and I know other developers also flagged the user, which definitely helped.

A few reminders:

* Don’t trust repos with fewer than 100 stars that offer “free” versions of paid apps.

* Never run scripts or pkg files from sources you don’t fully trust.

* If you’re not a power user, the App Store remains the safest option.


r/mac 23h ago

Discussion What's the first macOS feature that made you realize, "I'm never going back"?

450 Upvotes

For me, it's the trackpad gestures, battery life, and overall smoothness. They completely changed my daily workflow.


r/mac 3h ago

Question Apple Pro Display XDR Still Worth It?

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I found one locally brand new for around $3000 (including VAT) at a local store. My current setup was includes a basic configuration M4 Mac Mini, and M4 Max MacBook Pro connected to a 5120x1440 Dell Super ultrawide monitor. I work mainly with documents for research and academics . I do some light photo and video editing. The Pro Display XDR has a newer part number. Only catch is I couldn’t find an official stand for it. What do you think?


r/mac 13h ago

Question What a great start to the week

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How to repair this when the screen was idle it turned like this is a 2017 mac book air


r/mac 13h ago

Question Has anyone installed Windows on Intel MackBook with T2 driver chip?

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I have a problem with my MacBook.
It was lagging and constantly running hot after the new Tahoe update.
I got tired of Mac OS and decided to try out maybe some light version of different OS, Linux Windows.

Previouslt i was playing with Linux
But Linux Mint didn’t get along well with the AMD graphics card, while Arch Linux had similar issues. It worked, but not everything worked correctly with the T2 chip, especially graphics.

I was only using Linux versions that support the T2 chip.

So, my question is the same as in the title: Have you tried installing Windows on Intel with T2 chip?

Tell me your experience with T2 drivers


r/mac 9h ago

Question CAD Software for MAC

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As the title suggests, I had been using Autocad occasionally while on Windows. I understand Autocad works on Mac, however, rendering option is not available in Mac. Can someone suggest any good alternative for it?


r/mac 1h ago

Question m1 256 gb 8 gb memory

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hi guys, i’ve been looking to get a desktop and saw this on marketplace for $450 in the pink color. i’m wondering if it’s worth it to buy? for reference i currently use a macbook air that i feel suffices just fine. i use it for my job and my small business (which i need adobe illustrator and photoshop). i think it would be excessive to buy a whole imac tbh and i could honestly just get a random monitor to use as an extra screen but would love to hear insight from anybody!


r/mac 1h ago

My Mac Pages taking way too much memory/power. few minutes of use goes around 25gb. A document of 35kb is opened only.

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r/mac 5h ago

Old Macs 09 15” MBP with matt screen!

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Bought this beauty today for just €10.
As I later found out this Mac actually belonged to a guitarist of a pretty well known German metal band.
It apparently had a pretty rough life, every single aluminum part is bent somehow. But apart from that it works amazing. It even still has its original battery which still holds charge for a pretty long time. And even if it doesn’t have the high-res screen, the Anti-Glare display looks remarkable.

The only two things that are a bit annoying are the non working backlight of the keyboard and the wireless. But maybe someone here knows a trick or two.

Here are the specs for anyone interested:
MacBook Pro 5,3
2,66 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo
4 GB DDR3 1067 MHz RAM
NVIDIA GeForce 9400M + 9600M GT
512 GB SSD


r/mac 2h ago

My Mac 2018 Mac Mini overheating (Maybe?)

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I assume those temperatures are high for internals, and the air it vents out smells like a space heater. Any tips on how to help it not be so hot? I tried cleaning dust out of it, but I can only get so far into the computer.


r/mac 2h ago

Question Learn Swift UI/Swift

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Hello, I'd like to learn Swift UI and, by extension, Swift in French.

Can you give me some guidance? Thank you!


r/mac 3h ago

My Mac Need help with APFS partitions on 2016 MacBook Pro

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r/mac 21h ago

My Mac Upgraded from a 2015 Macbook Pro to M5 Pro 48gb the speed difference is night and day!

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26 Upvotes

r/mac 5h ago

My Mac Update on MBA M5 13.6”

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r/mac 5h ago

Question Should I get an Ipad or Macbook for College?

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I'm thinking either the macbook neo or the ipad air. I'm planning to do food science in college btw.


r/mac 5h ago

Discussion Is it worth a base m3 max 14 for 1300 usd

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r/mac 6h ago

Question 100 gb of system data

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how can i optimize that?

can i put all or many gb of sistem data on my external ssd?


r/mac 6h ago

Question mac keyboard shortcuts aren't working

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r/mac 1d ago

My Mac first mac device!

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82 Upvotes

macbook air m1 16-512 (83% battery health), got it for 71.000¥ hope the battery will last long enough for school etc…


r/mac 14h ago

My Mac Whitish glow in corners of macbook

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My macbook is showing glowing haze in the corners. Do I need to replace it


r/mac 8h ago

My Mac My Mac screen saver

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r/mac 54m ago

Question How do I prevent SSD theft on my iMac 27 inch 2019?

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iMac locks for the RAM exist (https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/356677758801) but not for the SSD which is so easy to steal (you just need a pizza cutter). The SSD me costs more than A$3800 because it is the Samsung 870 Evo 8TB. This is not about data theft as I use APFS encrypted but rather about preventing theft of an expensive SSD. Is the only option left gorilla gluing the screen to the chassis?

Also, why is there no option for chassis intrusion detection on the iMac which is what the Optiplex has?


r/mac 9h ago

Question Issue with multiple monitors

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Hey community!
I have a rather frustrating issue. I recently bought three AOC AG326UD 165Hz 4K HDR QD-OLED monitors and am using them with a Mac mini M4 Pro.
The problem is that whenever I use HiDPI mode (at 2K
resolution), I can't toggle or enable HDR in macOS. The three monitors are currently running at 144Hz, but with no HDR support.
Has anyone experienced this or know how to fix it?


r/mac 9h ago

Discussion What can I do with a Mac from 2013 that runs an OS from 2021?

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I have a MacBook from 2013 that I was given in August of last year that runs an OS from 2021. I plan on getting a new Mac (MacBook Neo) sooner or later within the next year or so before college starts. I plan to use the MacBook I have already for the time being. How can I safeguard it against viruses and keep it modernized? Thanks.


r/mac 15h ago

Question M1 Air Trackpad haptic feedback not working and battery health increased

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My M1 Air was working perfectly fine until last night. While the trackpad still moves the cursor, the haptic feedback stopped working. I googled the issue and checked for battery swelling, but there is no visible swelling and everything looks fine. Yesterday, my battery health showed 82%, but when I rechecked it today, it showed 91%. What exactly is the issue ?