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MacBook Pro USB-C Port Discovery

  • MacBook Pro USB-C Port Discovery

  • After upgrading to my 2021 Apple MacBook Pro, I spent three months juggling cables (for my media hub, backup disk, and iPhone) between only two USB-C ports, lamenting the loss of the four USB-C ports on my 2017 MacBook Pro.
  • On May 20, 2023, while looking to plug my iPhone back in, I accidentally plugged it into the opposite side of the laptop next to the HDMI and media-card slots.
  • Upon checking the specifications, I realized the laptop actually features a third USB-C port that I had completely missed for three months, simplifying my backup routines.
These facts are as Randal recalls them, but much time has passed for most of this. If you find a factual error, please email realmerlyn@gmail.com.