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Apple Special Event - 10.16.14 - "It's been way too long"
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a secret-boss
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Website passwords; buying stuff from the store
I was waiting for the new Mini to replace my iPad 2 but I'm not sure what I'll get now.
$100 for touch ID (and 64GB storage instead of 32GB on more expensive model) doesn't seem worth it.
I imagine they're keeping the $249 model around for volume purchases, education and business.
$100 for touch ID (and 64GB storage instead of 32GB on more expensive model) doesn't seem worth it.
I imagine they're keeping the $249 model around for volume purchases, education and business.
Technosteve
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http://www.photographyblog.com/news/dell_ultrasharp_27_ultra_hd_5k/
this is the display that's probably being used in the iMAC, retail price of 2500
this is the display that's probably being used in the iMAC, retail price of 2500
Looks like I'll stick with using my gf's iPad Mini and when I want an iPad of my own, I'll probably get an Air 2.When I clicked the link on the top of the page for Yosemite, it said the product wasn't available in the US lol.
It was clocked ever so slightly faster, but it didn't make much difference in usage.
It doesn't do it at the register, because of what you said, you're not taking it out. They already know this isn't going to be happening. It's kind of their job.
ComputerMKII
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Where can I download OS X Yosemite?
The Real Abed
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Store is up for me. Retina iMac has its own section. Other iMacs didn't change at all apparently. Not even processor bumps I don't think.
Mac App Store. I don't think it's up yet tho.
Quick question, I'm moving overseas and I'm interested in getting an iPad (never had a tablet). I need it to be super portable since I'll be moving a lot with it. Sounds like a Mini 2 is probably the best choice for my situation. Can some Mini/Air users give me some opinions on that matter? I'm not against getting an Air if it is a better option!
We're all still waiting, should come up on the mac app store eventually.
Yeah makes sense. I dunno I just don't find the convenience of using my thumbprint for passwords to be useful. I actually avoid using it for that.
My job requires a complicated password on iOS devices that has to be updated regularly, this will be helpful. Also every account I have, especially bank accounts, has a complicated 1Password password, that will be helped with TouchID.
BFIB
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If portability is your main thing, then I'd recommend the Mini 2. I like my Air, as I mainly use it for magazines and comic book reading.
dark_prinny
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I´m pretty happy with my Air. I use it daily for work and personal purposes. It´s light and very portable. Get one and never look back.
EarsOfASnake
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That seems like a no brainer to me. I've got a £60 voucher and will probably be doing the same.
Not having to write in the password everytime. I've listened to too many Apple podcasts lately, but all they did was moan that password when they went from the iPhone to the iPad.
I don't think it's worth 100$ though...
Still Apple to me is a company that would be willing to pay a decent premium for the best component. I guess the price difference was too big and we know from other companies that Nvidia is a bitch to work with. MS fled them after the Xbox and Sony after the PS3.
Maxwell just fits it so well and in desktop form is quite affordable. I would just buy 970s for OEMs from Nvidia and downclock them, but I guess Nvidia wouldn't like that
Interfectum
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It's weird how inconsistent these upgrades seem to be.
In any case, a confirmed iPad Air 2 with 2 GB of ram seems like a good buy in my opinion. Pretty significant processor upgrade and the RAM upgrade would give me a little confidence that this thing would handle the next couple iOS releases without much issue. Keeping 1 GB of ram would almost guarantee that iOS 9 runs like garbage next year.
Yeah, I'm going to upgrade my mom's mini to a mini 2 for the better screen.
Touch ID and a gold colour option are nice additions, but that was a pretty disappointing iPad refresh overall. At least last year's models are cheaper now.
The iPad Air name is bothering me, now that it's the iPad Air 2. I wish they could just go back to labelling them as "iPad".
The iPad Air name is bothering me, now that it's the iPad Air 2. I wish they could just go back to labelling them as "iPad".
thiscoldblack
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That was so disappointing. The "way too long" hype got me. The picture of all products re-assure me there was going to be an added new product they've been working for years now. Whatever happened to what Jobs wanted to do with television?
5K Mac is great, though.
5K Mac is great, though.
Gambit 1138
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The "way too long" was a joke since they just had a big presentation last month
The 64GB and 128GB storage sizes aren't offered on the Mini 2. That and touch id seem to be the only spec differences known so far.
And the mini 3 doesn't even have an integrated NFC chip, so the Touch ID is really only for unlocking the device and for authorizing online purchases.
dark_prinny
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I think i´m getting a iMac retina. Fuck it.
It works with all your other (Apple) electronics!
unfortunately apple gains nothing by letting you use the imac as a dumb monitor so they don't make it easy. there might be HDMI to display port converters, but they aren't going to be native res and then you would get input lag so it isn't worth it
If I cant use more than 2 tabs with constant switching when browsing then what is the point. I like to have my device out when playing games on my 3ds/Vita. For example MH having multiple bosses, armor and consumable pages open. But when tabbing between them causes a refresh and re-download of the whole page it is incredibly annoying. Going to certain sites also causes it to freeze up if there are large images/gifs or errant Javascript. Then there is the comment section of any site which will inevitably cause the browser to crash without fail.
The device is marketed as a consumption device but it struggles at that. Went and bought a mackbook pro and no longer have to deal with those issues.
Apple just announced the Apple Watch, they're not gonna drop all bombs at once.
dark_prinny
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Next week.
No exact date though?
White or black front for the air 2? I have a white air and hate the combination of black surround to the screen plus the visible air gap. With it being a laminated screen I'm tempted to go white again but I assume it'll still have a noticable black border? In that case would a black bezel make more sense?
When will preorders go up UK time? Just queued up last year for the air and it won't too bad. This year the jump isn't that big so queues might be smaller, but a preorder is peace of mind. Can you preorder to pick up instore?
When will preorders go up UK time? Just queued up last year for the air and it won't too bad. This year the jump isn't that big so queues might be smaller, but a preorder is peace of mind. Can you preorder to pick up instore?
Ape Gone Insane
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Stupid question: do I need to backup my stuff or will it be like the updates on the iPhone where it keeps everything the way it was before?
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