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The fastest ram out there at the moment is the kingston hyper X. it has the lowest voltage and lowest latency. I bought 32gb for my late 27" Imac.
Kingston Technology HyperX Plug n Play 16 GB Kit (2x8 GB) 1600MHz DDR3 PC3-12800 Non-ECC CL9 SODIMM 1.35V Notebook Memory KHX16LS9P1K2/16
davidnic
Member
Hey, I need help deciding weather to buy a mac or not, I am thinking of buying a Mac Book Pro 13-inch: 2.5GHz. But I don't really another computer, but I never owned a Mac before so I think it will be a learning experience for myself.
What are the features\ Pros of buying a MacBook? I am just trying justify spending the money.
What are the features\ Pros of buying a MacBook? I am just trying justify spending the money.
Bboy AJ
My dog was murdered by a 3.5mm audio port and I will not rest until the standard is dead
I was in the same situation, but with a MBA. I decided to go with the Korean monitor route. I don't regret it for a second.
I opted for the Dell U2713hm. I use the displayport cable, and I love my USB 3.0 hub on the dell. Yes the TB display has a better looking case, it has speakers, and it has TB. But I use external speakers with a sub anyway.
So Apple being slow to update the USB hub from 2.0 to 3.0 and the premium pricing cost them my $1K. Instead I gave Dell $650 plus tax and shipping.
I'm waiting and saving up (well, I'm trying to) for that Panasonic retina monitor that's supposed to come out in March. Will any Mac even have the specs to drive that thing?
Sidenote: I wish monitors included a remote controller. I hate having to walk over to reach behind the case and press the power button (or the Apple displays which don't even have a power button).
Sidenote: I wish monitors included a remote controller. I hate having to walk over to reach behind the case and press the power button (or the Apple displays which don't even have a power button).
Iacobellis
Junior Member
What monitor do you speak of?
killertofu
Member
Can anyone tell me what the graphics comparison between a new MacBook Air and a 2010 MacBook 15 pro would be? I'm building a new PC so I don't really need all the power of the MacBook Pro. But if I'm out traveling I'd like to have a little power editing photos and some video.
My bad, I meant to say the Sharp:
Sharp launches a 32-inch Retina monitor that cries for an Apple HD TV
seventynine
Member
I've had my 27" iMac for a couple of days now and I love it. The last Apple computer I had was a Tiger era MacBook which broke down a year and a half ago. I've been making do with an iPad and a cheap HP Win8 laptop. It really is nice to be on OSX again.
I have some possibly stupid questions though.
If I were to buy some Mac native games, would a wired 360 pad work as is? and,
Can I transfer Win8 from the laptop to the Mac, or can I just re-download it from Microsoft, as I registered it when I first set up the lappy or will I need to buy a fresh copy?
I have some possibly stupid questions though.
If I were to buy some Mac native games, would a wired 360 pad work as is? and,
Can I transfer Win8 from the laptop to the Mac, or can I just re-download it from Microsoft, as I registered it when I first set up the lappy or will I need to buy a fresh copy?
What version? I'm interested, didn't jump on the kickstarter. Pm me
Absolutely not. I have owned Macs since forever and I never format or reinstall. Welcome.
No, but there's an unofficial driver. PS3 controllers are plug&play, tho.
entremet
Member
Yeah. I figured I could always sell it when Apple announces it's next monitor. Apple monitors seem to hold up well in the reseller market and have no idea why lol.
Even their older matte monitors are still hundreds of dollar used on eBay. Crazy!
Really? Neat. I have a controller and a dead ps3
seventynine
Member
Thanks, I have a DS3 too.
Here's a video if you're having trouble with the bluetooth pairing:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UTtReoGSzvk
Particularly indie games require you to remap buttons through 3rd party software, so it's not as unproblematic as using a 360 controller on a PC.
I just literally gave away an old 23" DVI Apple Cinema Display. I tried to donate it to charity, but the person taking the donations didn't want it... then I threw it away at my job because they follow good tech recycling protocols... but I found out yesterday that the IT guy at my job "repurposed it" on his desk rather than throwing it away. LoL that guy has three 23" monitors on his desk.
Didn't realize it was worth something on eBay... Woops!
Unfortunately yes, the magic trackpad requires a lot of uncomfortable wrist movement (doubly so if you use multifinger gestures often). With a mouse most of the motion is in the arm and the fingers.
I've been meaning to try one of those trackballs. Anybody have one?
I have been using the magic trackpad for years now. I love it. In contrast to the above user, I have never felt "uncomfortable" using it. I use lots of gestures, and I try to use it to its fullest potential. I usually rest my wrist on the table and just use my fingers (except when necessary I temporarily lift my wrist). Not uncomfortable at all for me.
I've been using the trackpad almost exclusively since I got my MBP 6 years ago. The only times I used my mouse was during gaming or 3D work.
When I bought my iMac I got the trackpad with it and again I do most things with the trackpad and even gaming depending on the game. I find it much more easier and comfortable to use compared to a mouse.
The Real Abed
Perma-Junior
I've used my trackpad exclusively since I got my first buttonless Pro in 2010. Mainly because it feels so fluid and natural and I haven't been arsed to find my MX1000 I put in a box 4 years ago.
Iacobellis
Junior Member
I'd say so. Someone I know sold the same machine with only 4GB of RAM and a smaller HDD for around the same price.
you might want to check the limitations of bootcamp with some searching of apple's knowledge database. I think it only works with the internal drive (the process of making the bootable partition).
Got the Shakes
Member
Last I knew, this was the case. Unless things have changed since I got my rMBP last June.
There are work around for all the limitations even the 3TB hard drive. Also you won't be able to install windows on the ssd when it is still part of the fusion drive.
Some people on macrumors have succeeded in installing W7 on an external ssd by copying the entire internal bootcamp partition to the external hard drive basically.
I haven't tried it yet since I have still have to buy an external ssd and I have forgotten the thread. But a quick google should find you some threads.
victreeb3l
Member
i love the trackpad on the MBP but the standalone one isnt as good or comfortable to use. i guess having it built into the hardware makes it feel more sturdy. i like to anchor my thumb on the little slit where you open the lid as that makes it feel so much more comfortable but i cant seem to use the standalone trackpad for long periods of times when i have to work on an external display.
similarly, i love the MBP keyboard but the wireless one feels kinda loose and not as enjoyable to type on.
similarly, i love the MBP keyboard but the wireless one feels kinda loose and not as enjoyable to type on.
dark_chris
Member
How much would I get with a Mid-2010 Macbook Pro with i7 processor, Nvidia 330 GT, 8GB Ram, Antiglare screen, and 750GB hybrid SSD? 1700 or 1900?
http://www.mac2sell.net/permalink/?id=01b2278753a0bb62c31ebeffe943233b
According to the made up numbers I put in, probably.
Charrettizard
Member
I have a very stiff and frustrating 'S' key on my MacBook Air. What can I do besides cry about it?
Bboy AJ
My dog was murdered by a 3.5mm audio port and I will not rest until the standard is dead
Bring it to the Apple Store for an exchange.
killertofu
Member
Built my Hackintosh. My god, the speed. It's a beast.
NathanMcMahon
Banned
ugh, dropped my new macbook 13". No breaks except for a dented ethernet port at the top aluminum and the bottom back screen rounded edges now scraping on the lower frame.
Did you follow the tonymac guide? I'm waiting for Haswell to do one. My Air just isn't fast enough for my LR/PS work.
killertofu
Member
Yeah pretty much followed a few builds. My budget was around 1400 and it ended up a little bit under $900! I already had a monitor, keyboard, etc.
i5 3570K - 189$
Samsung SSD 120GB - 78$
Crucial 16GB RAM - 79$
Gigabyte GA-Z77X-UD5H - $124
Fractal R4 Case - $87.19
Corsair 650 Watt Powersupply - $85
GTX 670 - $250
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Do you guys know how I can find out what the "Other" space is on my Hard drive? I just deleted my bin so I know it's not that.
broskis, is this good?
http://www.ebay.com/itm/140923008664?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649
http://www.ebay.com/itm/140923008664?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649
The Real Abed
Perma-Junior
A 2011 Air is not bad. Especially with 256GB SSD. But the RAM is the only thing that would stop me. But even then it's not that bad. I had this same machine, except with 128GB SSD. But I was paging out all the time. 4GB is pretty cramped, but as long as you're not going to be doing super intensive things all the time you'd be fine.
The inclusion of AppleCare that will last another 1.5 years is a nice extra too.
Price wise I'd probably not go higher than $900 though. After that you're close enough to a brand new 2012 model and only a few months from a 2013 model. I expect it'll get higher than that price pretty fast though. Do you have a maximum price you'd pay? $900 is where I'd stop.
The only problem is USB3. I thought USB3 wasn't put in until the 2012 model. Don't buy on that promise alone. I'm pretty sure it's USB2. My 2011 model, which I got in November 2011, was only USB2.
Other refers to anything that's not Audio, Video, Image and Applications. All documents and other files including anything not indexed by Spotlight.
i'll take your advice and stop at $900. I really don't know how much I should be paying for each respective generation. I'll mostly be using it to do internet (my job's paperwork is all through the net), watching movies/videos, music, and a bit of video/photo editing. Will a macbook air suffice or should I spring for the macbook pro?
there's someone I know selling an early 2011 macbook pro, with about 150 bat cycles, great condition, upgraded to 8gb ram and 256SSD for $1k...should I stop looking and just buy that? lol
there's someone I know selling an early 2011 macbook pro, with about 150 bat cycles, great condition, upgraded to 8gb ram and 256SSD for $1k...should I stop looking and just buy that? lol