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Do you have a laptop sleeve? Back when I would use my MBP as a portable I would just use my sleeve as a little cushion between me and the computer. It worked great.
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lunarworks
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I think the heat produced by the MBP is more noticeable simply because the whole thing is made of metal and it acts like a gigantic heat sink. My girlfriend's Toshiba blasts out hot air from the side, but the case doesn't feel too hot because it's plastic.
In any case, ya, the fan blasts when I'm running Portal 2, but it cools down fairly quickly afterwards.
They get warm, but I've never had to take mine off my lap, even after a heavy gaming session. Just don't block the air from exiting. The thing is they get very LOUD, more so than any laptop I've owned before. Can't wait to see what the Ivy Bridge airs do though... I'd probably upgrade to one and sell my current air to someone in my family for cheap.
Crazymoogle
Member
Never hot enough to take off my lap. They do get audible at full steam but honestly nothing compared to my 16" HP.
The way I usually position my Air on my lap doesn't obstruct the vents too much but in any case I'll put it on top of a thin hardcover book that's about the same size of the thing when I have to use it like that for an extended period of time. I'm kind of obsessed about the vents not turning on because it's so damn silent otherwise.
CrankyKong
Member
Has anyone had any luck using as ipad as a primary computing device?
I barely use my Macbook anymore.
I still see the use for some things, but I find myself doing 90% of my personal computing on my iPad.
CrudeDiatribe
Member
My 84 year old grandmother.
A friend's only computing device was a BlackBerry for 18 months. If she managed that, I'm sure an iPad would have worked.
Two other friends use only iPads when on the road, for business or pleasure. One puts all his photos through it.
Here's a developer: I swapped my MacBook for an iPad+Linode.
Depends on your needs. I bought an 11" MacBook Air instead of an iPad (for a few reasons), and barely use the Mac Pro anymore. An iPad would necessitate using the Mac Pro a lot more.
CrankyKong
Member
Yeah, I'm thinking about using a tablet over a laptop because all I do is browse, watch videos, check twitter etc.
The only thing I would need a laptop for is for apple tv.
The only thing I would need a laptop for is for apple tv.
?! Truly? Do you mean she had access to work/school/family/friend's computers or she really did everything on that device?
CrudeDiatribe
Member
She had access to a school computer where she taught, but it was severely locked down so she could basically just email parents and prepare class materials.
All personal computing was done from her BlackBerry (email, Facebook, web, YouTube, maps, music). She has a PC now that she's gotten into photography.
so she kinda did need a PC. Do you think she could prepare those class materials on iPad?
Good Job Bob
Member
How do I get my late 08 MBP to boot up into high-performance mode?
CrudeDiatribe
Member
Question was about 'primary computer' and in terms of both her work and personal computing, the BlackBerry was that.
Yes to the iPad, assuming there was a WiFi connection.
I'm confused, what part of her work did she do on the blackberry?
CrudeDiatribe
Member
Email, research. She did the bulk of all her computing, sum total, on a BlackBerry.
I was incredulous too. It certainly isn't for me.
Meus Renaissance
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I can buy any external HDD to use for backup I presume, the OS will format it appropriately when I choose to backup my data?
CrudeDiatribe
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Yes.
Ninja Scooter
Member
picked up a Speck Pixelskin for my new Air. Works great. No zippers, and I like how the top lip can stay open if you want to leave it charging while it's inside. I'd recommend it to anyone looking for one. Only $24 on Amazon.
Absolutely. The majority of my personal computing time is on the iPad. It's my "main" computer as far as usage is concerned.
I use a traditional computer at work, but at home it's 90% iPad.
threetri333
Banned
An update to upcoming ipads, ipod touch, mac pro, and macbooks?
Sye d'Burns
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An update to upcoming ipads, ipod touch, mac pro, and macbooks?
My heart is all aflutter with the prospect but my apple keyboard/divining rod isn't giving me the "it's time to upgrade" vibrations to which I've grown accustomed.
Is there a reason why Apple doesn't sell an official keyboard that is both extended and wireless?
By extended I mean it has decent size arrows, PgUp and Down keys, Home, End, Supr and numeric keyboard.
I'd love to get a wireless Apples keyboard, but paying that much and still have some basic functionalities missing... :/
By extended I mean it has decent size arrows, PgUp and Down keys, Home, End, Supr and numeric keyboard.
I'd love to get a wireless Apples keyboard, but paying that much and still have some basic functionalities missing... :/
Sye d'Burns
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I have absolutely no idea. It's number one on my wish list.
I've got an apple wireless that I only really have used with my iPad. Never could get used to it with the desktop, though I gave it a good go when I bought a magic trackpad.
Robobandit
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edit -
nevermind.. seems to be nothing.
nevermind.. seems to be nothing.
Seems to be nothing.
Store is back for me here, and I see nothing new except for some valentine stuff.
PhoncipleBone
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There will be a redesign on the notebooks this year. Count on it. They wont do a stealth update for that.
So your looking for this (http://store.apple.com/ca/product/MB110LL/B) but wireless?
edit: Also, what's the point in a numeric keyboard. I suppose it helps for some games, and if your an accountant... But I don't miss it at all.
PhoncipleBone
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When I bought my iMac in 09 it was the first time they dropped the numerical keypad. I was mad at first, but have grown to accept it. Now I don't know how I would have fit the thing on my desk.
Sye d'Burns
Member
It's hard for me to go back and forth between the mbp and mini. I adore my extended keyboard. My main beef is the FN button is in a completely different place and it throws off my typing on FN, control, option and command. Those bottom 3 to 4 keys just aren't where my finger expects them to be during the transition phases.
Yes, please!
Your edit sums up the main reasons. If I have to do any numerical work, I really benefit from having a full number pad.
Marty Chinn
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Sye d'Burns
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You know, I first saw that keyboard a few days ago. I'm not sure where. I was interested but somewhere along the line, I forgot about it. Thanks for this. I'm going to bookmark and do some research on it.
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Damn that's awesome. And it's solar powered!!!
Exactly what I'd want.
It's not the numeric keyboard I miss so much, but the Insert, Home, PgUp, etc. keys.
I know there's shortcuts using cmd, alt and so, but it's just not so convenient.
In fact, I guess if I could I would get an hypothetical extended keyboard with Insert, Home, etc. keys plus arrows, but without the numeric keyboard. That would make for a useful and proper sized keyboard.
I'll also take a look at that Logitech keyboard. Thanks for the recommendation.
edit: oh, of course, an official Apple keyboard would have an extra plus because it wouldn't use a usb port. On a Macbook Air, there's just two of them.
Ken Masters
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I wish they'd just announce something on Apple TV, I want to get it but it's old tech and is long overdue for an upgrade but at the same time I think they are going to kill it because they just want to focus on the rumored TV they are putting out
freenudemacusers
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So I think my macbook pro's HD is dying on me. Start up (fresh install, erased disk etc) is obnoxiously slow, apps take forever to load, and the system beachballs constantly when doing a 'new thing', as if the disk is reading and swapping poorly. Is this something I can do myself (applecare is a non :/) without a huge hassle? I've changed Blu Ray drives in the playstation successfully, fwiw.
And if I were to get a new drive, should I stick to sata or jump to ssd? I don't need a ton of space, as I have a mac mini coming for general storage use.
And if I were to get a new drive, should I stick to sata or jump to ssd? I don't need a ton of space, as I have a mac mini coming for general storage use.
njean777
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Do it yourself, couldn't be any easier. If you want to throw down the money, go ahead and jump to an SSD.
freenudemacusers
Member
Do you think the jump to SSD is worth it, price vs performance?
So right now (using the MBP), safari is running much more nicely, but when I open new apps the same thing occurs; near system freeze, long waits, etc. Is this pretty much the HD or could there be another possible explanation?
Autumn Wind
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Results will vary though for me, an SSD was very much worth it for my Mac mini.
If I could get a decent keyboard case I think I wouldn't need a computer most of the time. Just sold my sandy bridge 13" air because I was really only using it for web browsing and remote screen sharing of my mac mini. Not sure yet whether to get another laptop - I still need something for occasional photo editing, and a keyboard is useful when I'm typing more, but difficult to justify an air just for that
PhoncipleBone
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I was waiting for that as well, then just said "fuck it" the other day and got an Apple TV. Damn am I spoiled already with that thing. Finally having a Netflix interface that is fast and easy to navigate. Also a fast interface for all the ripped TV shows I have on my computer.
Knowing my luck, they will put some crazy awesome new one out now, but I was tired of waiting.
Circle T
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I have a battery life question, if anyone can help. I got a new Air back at the start of October (i7, 4G, 256GB). Everything is great with it, I'm just wondering if my battery is OK.
I use iStat Menus to monitor various things, and I see that in roughly 4 months my battery capacity has dropped 5-7% already. It has been dropping steadily since new, and now fluctuates between 93 and 95%, give or take. I seem to remember reading somewhere that when batteries get to around 80% health, most manufacturers consider them "dead" and in need of replacing. Apple says that you should be able to get "up to 1000 full charge and discharge cycles before it reaches 80 percent of its original capacity" on their battery website. At this rate, I'll be at ~80% battery health in roughly a year, and only around 5-600 cycles. That seems rather short.
Anyone have any insight with this, or what I should expect with regards to battery life on this thing? Should I stop by the Apple Store and have them look at it, or is this expected?
I use iStat Menus to monitor various things, and I see that in roughly 4 months my battery capacity has dropped 5-7% already. It has been dropping steadily since new, and now fluctuates between 93 and 95%, give or take. I seem to remember reading somewhere that when batteries get to around 80% health, most manufacturers consider them "dead" and in need of replacing. Apple says that you should be able to get "up to 1000 full charge and discharge cycles before it reaches 80 percent of its original capacity" on their battery website. At this rate, I'll be at ~80% battery health in roughly a year, and only around 5-600 cycles. That seems rather short.
Anyone have any insight with this, or what I should expect with regards to battery life on this thing? Should I stop by the Apple Store and have them look at it, or is this expected?
I'll ask this here instead of making a thread. I'm in the market for a new laptop, my current is windows based and about 5 years old. I never really considered a Mac until I stopped into a local Mac store and started playing around with the MBA's. I'm mainly going to use it for web browsing/music, nothing really crazy. The only thing is, I've never used a Mac, ever. Is the transition pretty easy? Because I literally know nothing in terms of OSX. The only other thing I was somewhat hesitant about is the pricing. It's not that it's out of my range, it's the fact that for the same price I can get a really nice windows pc. Obviously the build quality of the MBA is super nice, and the track pad was noticeably better than any of the windows laptops I've been checking out. Portability is also huge. Is it worth the extra money for those of you that have went from windows laptops to mac's?
Ninja Scooter
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Get one at the Apple store and they will help you set it up and actually sit down with you and run you through everything if you want, free of charge. They are super cool and helpful about it. Aside from that, no the transition isn't that big. You can sort of learn as you go.
OK, that's actually really helpful then. Thanks.
The cycle count seems a bit high. I've had my mbp for almost a year now and I'm at 85 cycles. It varies though on how much you deplete the battery. Your cycle count will be lower if you're plugged into ac most of the time.I have a battery life question, if anyone can help. I got a new Air back at the start of October (i7, 4G, 256GB). Everything is great with it, I'm just wondering if my battery is OK.
I use iStat Menus to monitor various things, and I see that in roughly 4 months my battery capacity has dropped 5-7% already. It has been dropping steadily since new, and now fluctuates between 93 and 95%, give or take. I seem to remember reading somewhere that when batteries get to around 80% health, most manufacturers consider them "dead" and in need of replacing. Apple says that you should be able to get "up to 1000 full charge and discharge cycles before it reaches 80 percent of its original capacity" on their battery website. At this rate, I'll be at ~80% battery health in roughly a year, and only around 5-600 cycles. That seems rather short.
Anyone have any insight with this, or what I should expect with regards to battery life on this thing? Should I stop by the Apple Store and have them look at it, or is this expected?