Apple have announced new 13" MacBook Pro laptops with 1.4Ghz quad-core processors with Turbo Boost up to 3.9Ghz. Along with new laptops, Apple have dropped prices and announced their back-to-school specials which includes Beats Headphones. Check out our recommended models or visit our OCAD U Apple Recommended Systems page. 

Apple recently discovered that a limited number of its 15" MacBook Pro laptops manufactured between September 2015 and February 2017 can pose a fire hazard risk to individuals. Apple has offered a no-cost repair program for these laptops. If you do have a 15" MacBook Pro, head over to this page with your serial number:

https://support.apple.com/en-ca/15-inch-macbook-pro-battery-recall 

If your laptop is affected, we highly recommend that you discontinue using the laptop, and head directly to your local Apple Store or to OCAD U for warranty service. 

EXTENDED ACCESS TO ADOBE CREATIVE CLOUD

Eligible graduating students who were enrolled in the Laptop Program, will now receive an additional 1-year extension to their Adobe Creative Cloud license! Continue accessing your subscription to desktop apps, Creative Cloud mobile apps, libraries and services, at no additional cost.

To continue using Adobe Creative Cloud, no action is required. Continue using your software up to a year.

• Learn more about your eligibility, read our knowledgebase article called Adobe Creative Cloud for Alumni.
• Read more about Important information for Graduating Students.

OCAD U has implemented changes to Payable to improve how the service operates.  All functionality is the same but some screens appear differently due these changes. Some examples of what to expect: