(Part 2) Top products from r/mac
We found 119 product mentions on r/mac. We ranked the 1,395 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the products ranked 21-40. You can also go back to the previous section.
21. Crucial 8GB Kit (4GBx2) DDR3/DDR3L 1600 MT/S (PC3-12800) Unbuffered SODIMM 204-Pin Memory - CT2KIT51264BF160B
Sentiment score: 3
Number of reviews: 6
Increases system performanceEasy to installPremium quality memory from a trusted brandLaptop/Notebook dual voltage 135V/15V memoryX4Gb based part uses newer technology
22. Crucial MX300 525GB 3D NAND SATA 2.5 Inch Internal SSD - CT525MX300SSD1
Sentiment score: 2
Number of reviews: 6
Sequential reads/writes up to 530 / 510 MB/s on all file typesRandom reads/writes up to 92K / 83K on all file typesOver 90x more energy efficient than a typical hard driveAccelerated by Micron 3D NAND technologyDynamic Write acceleration delivers faster saves and file transfers
23. Sabrent [Upgraded Version Support UASP] Ultra Slim USB 3.0 to 2.5-Inch SATA External Aluminum Hard Drive Enclosure [Black] (EC-UK30)
Sentiment score: 2
Number of reviews: 6
Supports Standard Notebook 2.5″ SATA Hard Drives.Ultra Light Aluminum Case provides heat dissipation.LED light indicates Power and Activity status.Hot-swappable, plug and play, no drivers needed.Reverse compatible with USB 2.0 and 1.1.
24. Transcend 128GB JetDrive Lite 330 Storage Expansion Card for 13-Inch MacBook Pro with Retina Display (TS128GJDL330),Black, Silver
Sentiment score: 4
Number of reviews: 6
128GB (MLC)Storage expansion card for MacBookMax Read: 95MB/s, Max Write: 60MB/sFor MacBook Pro with Retina display 13" (Late 2012 - Early 2015). Specifically designed to fit neatly into the card slot of the MacBook ProFree download of Recover software128GB (MLC)storage expansion card for MacBookMax...
25. Logitech Easy‑Switch K811 Wireless Bluetooth Keyboard for Mac, iPad, iPhone, Apple TV
Sentiment score: 2
Number of reviews: 5
Logitech Easy-Switch Bluetooth technology: Press one button to instantly toggle between typing on your Mac, iPad and iPhone. Range: Upto 30 feet (9 meters) of your devicesSharp, bright backlit keys: Type easily, even in the dark. Keys are always easy thanks to the auto-adjusting illumination;Sleek a...
26. Dell Ultra HD 4K Monitor P2415Q 24-Inch Screen LED-Lit Monitor, Black
Sentiment score: 4
Number of reviews: 5
With 99% sRGB color coverage, and a factory color calibration report to certify that each monitor arrives at a deltaE of <3, youcan be sure that colors are as accurate as they can beMaximize your viewing options by adjusting the monitor to your desired height, or easily tilt or swivel to your prefer...
27. Samsung 840 Series 2.5 inch 120GB SATA III internal Solid State Drive (SSD) MZ-7TD120BW
Sentiment score: 2
Number of reviews: 5
Optimized to improve everyday PC productivity, including web-browsing, email, multimedia and gamingEnables you to boot up your computer in as little as 15 secondsEnergy efficient - improves battery life by up to 50 minutesSolid-state design provides greater shock protection for data and brushed meta...
28. HooToo USB C Hub, 6 in 1 USB C Adapter, USB C Dongle with 4K to HDMI, 100W PD Charging Port, 3 USB 3.0 Ports, SD Card Reader, USB-C Hub for MacBook Pro, iPad Pro, XPS More Type C Devices
Sentiment score: 6
Number of reviews: 5
6-in-1 USB-C Hub: Macbook or Type-C laptop's USB-C expansion to 6 ports (3 USB, 1 HDMI port, 1 PD charging port, 1 SD card reader) all these come from a USB-C portVivid & Clear 4K Video: 4K video @ 30Hz or 1080p video @ 60Hz output through the HDMI port, can be used for conference projection, comput...
29. NewerTech AdaptaDrive 2.5" to 3.5" Drive Converter Bracket
Sentiment score: 3
Number of reviews: 5
Compatible with any 2.5-Inch SATA hard drive or Solid State drive (SSD). Fits all 3.5-Inch SATA drive baysIncludes compatibility with backplane trays such as those found in Apple Mac Pro modelsFully SATA 3.0 Revision (6Gb/s) compatible and Backward compatible with SATA 2.0 Revision (3Gb/s) and 1.0 R...
30. Rankie 2-Pack USB C Adapter Hi-Speed USB Type C to USB-A 3.0, Black
Sentiment score: 2
Number of reviews: 5
2-Pack. Turn USB-C port into a USB 3.0 port to connect flash drives, keyboards or other peripherals to the new MacBook Pro and other USB-C devicesCompatible with tablets and smartphones with a USB Type-C connector including the Samsung Galaxy S9/S9 Plus/S8, Huawei P20/P20 Pro and other devicesHi-spe...
31. Samsung USB 2.0 Ultra Portable External DVD Writer Model SE-218CB/RSBS
Sentiment score: 2
Number of reviews: 5
INTERFACE: USB2.0 / 3.0 COMPATIBLEBuffer Memory: 1.0MBDVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+RW, DVD-ROM, DVD-Video, DVD+R DL, DVD-R DL, DVD-RAM, CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW, CD-DA, CD+E (G), CD-MIDI, CD-TEXT, CD-ROM XA, Mixed Mode CD, CD-I, CD-I Bridge (Photo-CD, Video-CD), Multisession CD (Photo-CD, CD-EXTRA, Portfoli...
32. Griffin BreakSafe Magnetic USB-C Breakaway Power Cable for MacBooks and Chromebook Pixel
Sentiment score: 2
Number of reviews: 5
Compatible with Apple's MacBook (12") and other devices that charge via USB-CBreakSafe is rated up to 60 watts (20 volts at 3 amps) powerDesigned and tested to meet USB-C power standardsData and video are not supportedIn the box: USB-C magnetic connector, USB-C cable
33. Crucial 32GB Kit (16GBx2) DDR4 2666 MT/s (PC4-21300) DR x8 SODIMM 260-Pin Memory - CT2K16G4SFD8266
Sentiment score: 7
Number of reviews: 5
Speeds up to 3200 MT/s and faster data rates are expected to be available as DDR4 technology maturesIncrease bandwidth by up to 30%Reduce power consumption by up to 40% and extend battery lifeFaster burst access speeds for improved sequential data throughputOptimized for next generation processors a...
34. Samsung Electronics 840 EVO-Series 500GB 2.5-Inch SATA III Single Unit Version Internal Solid State Drive MZ-7TE500BW
Sentiment score: 2
Number of reviews: 5
Highest-quality components and engineering from the #1 memory manufacturerWorry-free data security with AES 256-bit full-disk encryptionNo moving parts means no hard drive spin ups, no noise and superior data protectionAn innovative lightweight design that allows you to work smarter and play longer....
35. Dell WD15 Monitor Dock 4K with 180W Adapter, USB-C, (450-AEUO, 7FJ4J, 4W2HW),Black,Dual Display
Sentiment score: 2
Number of reviews: 5
3x SuperSpeed USB 3.0; 2x USB 2.0. Designed For Dell Latitude 3379, 3390 2-in-1, 3490, 3590, 5280, 5285, 5289, 5290, 5290 2-in-1, 5480, 5490, 5491, 5495, 5580, 5590, 5591, 7280, 7285, 7290, 7380, 7389, 7390, 7390 2-in-1, 7480, 7490; Precision 3520, 3530, 5520, 5530, 5530 2 in 1, 7520, 7530, 7720, 77...
36. Anker PowerCore+ 20100 USB-C, Ultra-High Capacity Premium Portable Charger, 20100mAh External Battery, 6A Output Type-C Port for USB-C MacBooks, Nexus 6P/5X & PowerIQ for iPhone, iPad, Samsung & More
Sentiment score: 4
Number of reviews: 5
The Anker Advantage: Join the 30 million+ powered by our leading technology.MacBook Compatibility: In addition to standard functionality, USB-C Compatible: Fully compatible with the new MacBook (not MacBook Pro), charging at 5V/3A. USB-C port acts as input and output.Ultra-High Capacity: Recommended...
37. nonda USB C to USB Adapter,USB-C to USB 3.0 Adapter,USB Type-C to USB,Thunderbolt 3 to USB Female Adapter OTG for MacBook Pro2019,MacBook Air 2020,iPad Pro 2020,More Type-C Devices(Space Gray)
Sentiment score: 3
Number of reviews: 5
[Usb 3. 0 SuperSpeed] Up to 5Gbps data transfer speed[Match MacBook] Unibody aluminum casing. 3 Colors to match Apple MacBook[Durable Aluminum Body] High quality components ensures longer life span[Wi-fi Interference Fixed] No Wi-Fi interference while using this upgraded adapter[1-Year Warrant_y] Fe...
38. Rankie Mini DisplayPort to DisplayPort Cable, Mini DP to DP, 4K Ready, Gold Plated, 6 Feet
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 4
The 6 feet cable connects a Mini DisplayPort with Thunderbolt TM port enabled computer to a monitor or projector with DisplayPort input for audio and video streaming. (Note: NOT compatible with 144Hz video display)The gold-plated conductors resist corrosion and increase connectivity. The inner braid...
39. AmazonBasics 13.3-Inch Laptop Sleeve - Black
Sentiment score: 2
Number of reviews: 4
Form-fitting sleeve with quick top-loading accessPrecise fit for laptops and ultrabooks with a 13.3 inch displaySlim design allows you to carry the case by itself or in a bagExternal dimensions: 13.5" x 9.6" x 0.8" (LxWxH)Internal dimensions: 12.1" x 9.3" x 0.7" (LxWxH)
40. Dell Ultra HD 4k Monitor P2715Q 27-Inch Screen LED-Lit Monitor
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 4
With 99 percent sRGB color coverage, and a factory color calibration report to certify that each monitor arrives at a deltaE of & it;3, you can be sure that colors are as accurate as they can beMaximize your viewing options by adjusting the monitor to your desired height, or easily tilt or swivel t...
> I remember buying snow leopard, but I think it needed a different software ?
No, you don't need different software, Snow Leopard is fine. However, you can update the iMac 2008 to OS X 10.11 El Capitan via the Mac App Store. You need to use this link if you want to upgrade it to OS X 10.11 El Capitan:
What can you do to breath new life into it?
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Next to installing the most recent macOS version it can run, as described above, you can also add more RAM to it and replace the internal HDD with an SSD!
The RAM upgrade is very easy to do. The iMac 2008 supports up to 6 GB RAM (1 x 4 GB RAM module, 1 x 2 GB RAM module). It has two RAM slots, meaning two RAM modules in total will fit in. A higher total amount than 6 GB RAM won't work due to a limitation in the logic board.
The iMac 2008 needs RAM that matches the following specification:
PC2-6400 DDR2 800 MHz, 200-pin
Here are some examples of RAM modules that should work flawlessly in the machine:
You can mix different RAM brands without any problem, just make sure that the RAM you buy remains within the specification outlined above.
You may find information online which states that your iMac 2008 supposedly only supports 4 GB RAM (2 x 4 GB RAM modules), but this is outdated information! Back in 2008, 4 GB RAM modules were not commonly available, so Apple could only test with 2 x 2 GB RAM = 4 GB RAM. However, when 4 GB RAM modules became commonly available, users found out that the iMac 2008 can actually recognize and utilize up to 6 GB RAM, so I recommend that you add 6 GB RAM. I recommend that you update to OS X 10.11 El Capitan before you do the RAM upgrade, the reason being that the iMac will run the latest firmware available for it to rule out any possible issues related to an outdated OS.
Before doing the RAM upgrade, check which RAM modules are already in there via the Apple menu at the top left corner of the screen -> "About This Mac" -> "Memory". If a 2 GB RAM module is already in there, you only need to buy 1 x 4 GB RAM module for the upgrade.
This video shows the RAM upgrade procedure (again, extremely easy to do):
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As for the SSD:
The SSD upgrade would give the machine an even greater speed boost (though you should do both the SSD & RAM upgrade, if you can), but is also far more complicated than the RAM upgrade. An SSD improves performance dramatically: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s9PngoDlD28
Getting an SSD in there requires a partial disassembly of the device, which you should only do personally if you are very much technically inclined, otherwise let someone else do it for you.
You need an SSD that matches the following criteria:
Here are some examples of SSDs which should work fine:
The SSDs have a physical size of 2.5", yet the HDD that is currently in your iMac is 3.5" in size. You will need an adapter like this one to make the SSD fit in:
This video shows the SSD upgrade procedure:
Again, I recommend that you let someone else do the SSD upgrade for you if you think that you won't be able to perform the upgrade yourself. It's worth it, though, as it's the single greatest update you can add to the machine.
I have a mid-2010 15" MacBook Pro and have done a few upgrades to it recently that have really helped. The options you have available are: upgrading your RAM, swapping out your hard drive, and removing the DVD drive and replacing it with a hard drive caddy and a second hard drive. RAM will increase performance somewhat and allow you to run more things at once with more fluidity. Swapping out your hard drive will give you more storage space and/or faster read/write times, depending on if you put your money towards storage space or an SSD. The hard drive caddy option is a more intense modification, (though in truth it isn't a hard procedure at all), but it gives you the best of both worlds: you can buy an SSD as your boot drive, and still have tons of storage space on the other hard drive. It's a great mod if you don't frequently use your DVD drive, and for about $30, you can buy a USB enclosure to keep using said drive.
If I had to make one change, regardless of price, I would put an SSD in the computer. It will be by far the biggest performance boost.
But depending on your budget, here are the upgrades I would make:
Smallest: Upgrade to 8GB RAM, $60 or so. This G.Skill RAM is a good place to start. Protip: "Mac Memory" is just a sales tactic to mark up prices. As long as you find RAM to the specifications you're looking for, it will work. Just do a bit of research and make sure other MacBook Pro users have used the RAM successfully.
Larger: Upgrade RAM and purchase an SSD, perhaps something like the Samsung 840 250GB. $150-300
Larger still: Upgrade the RAM, purchase an SSD, and buy an optical drive bay caddy to hold your previous hard drive as a data drive. $250-350 if you also buy an enclosure to use the optical drive via USB.
Largest: Upgrade RAM, purchase an SSD, purchase a new HDD such as the 750GB 7200rpm WD drive listed in another comment, and buy a drive bay caddy to hold the new HDD data drive. $325-425.
The best I've seen is MagC, but it won't be out until maybe May of next year. MagC is really low-profile (15.1 mm), it's reversible, and it does data and video in addition to power. This is thinner than that 15.1 mm figure would indicate. This is the only one that uses an "L" design so that the USB-C cable enters at a 90-degree angle and doesn't add to the length that the dongle sticks out from the laptop. This is by far the best design.
The next best one, imo, is Snapnator. It's sticks out 25.8 mm. It's reversible, but it only does power. (It can't be used for data or video.) I would probably get this one if I had to get one right now.
The third best is MagNeo. It just started shipping to the KickStarter backers, but I'm not sure if new customers can purchase it at the moment. Athough at 24 mm MagNeo is a little thinner than Snapnator, the part that stays stuck to the laptop is thicker than Snapnator (8mm in MagNeo vs 5.8mm in Snapnator). MagNeo is better than Snapnator in that it does both data and video in addition to power. On the downside, it's not reversible, though.
The fourth best one is the Griffin BreakSafe. Griffin was the first to market, but it's the thickest at 30 mm. It also isn't compatible with the maximum wattage of the power adapters for the MacBook Pro (neither the 13-inch and 15-inch models from 2016 and 2017); It is rated only high enough to work with the 12-inch MacBook. It's also not reversible, and it can't be used for data or video.
If anyone knows of anymore of these things, I'm interested in them. Here's a spreadsheet I made a while back:
https://www.reddit.com/r/mac/comments/6j25to/comparison_of_magnetic_breakaway_adapters_for_usb/
Edit: Decided I like Snapnator more than MagNeo.
What cheap new laptop were you looking at? Do they sell x86 laptops that cheap? I would worry about program compatibility.
If you want to go the new non-mac laptop route then I would bump up your spending money a bit.
Your laptop is still pretty good, you just have to update it a little. The new battery would be a must for me. Third party may be a little shady (I personally would only buy batteries from the proper manufacturer.)
Ram to 4gb, new battery and an SSD would be amazing.
An SSD would greatly enhance your performance on your laptop now.
This is such a good price
Its really up to you, I would love to see examples of this 300 laptop myself. Then we can really compare things like processor speeds and screen resolution to see what would really be worth it.
EDIT: Just looked around for some sub 300$ laptops and there are some options out there! Just make sure if you go the Linux route to search for the most compatible computer. I had an annoying problem with my last laptop where the backlight and multi touch track pad wouldn't work for ANY linux distro.
I've installed both an 840 and 850 EVOs in my MBP, a 2009, with no issues.
You shouldn't need any other power cabels, it's built into the SATA ribbon cable.
The install is very easy. Just take the bottom case off the laptop, remote 2 screws over the black bit holding the gard drive in place and then remove the drive. Next, you'll need a Torx 6 to remove 4 pegs from the drive, which you put in the threaded holes on the SSD. Reverse the steps above and you'll be good to go.
Check out iFixit for the best walk throughs around.
13" 2011 MBP
15" 2011 MBP
Only other thing you'll need is a way to connect your old drive to the laptop to clone it to the SSD. I normally recommend an enclosure like this so you can later wipe the drive and use it as a Time Machine backup drive.
For the closing software, I've used Carbon Copy Cloner, the free trial will allow you to do everything you need.
Hope this helps
It's a little more than you might spend for it on eBay or Craigslist, but newegg.com is a reputable site, and you won't have the hassle of dealing with scammers or anything along those lines.
As for wether or not it would be a good upgrade, across the board the answer is yes, with the exception of storage capacity. That said, the SSD will be a much faster internal storage, and if you need more storage, you can always add something like this to your SD card slot.
It will be more than capable of editing HD videos, and should even handle smaller 4k videos just fine. If your budget is under $1,000, this wouldn't be a bad machine to buy.
That said, have you considered looking into selling your current machine and maybe going for something a little newer?
> So what I'm looking for is the monitor with the most dpi, right?
Yes, but that's not everything. I suggest you get a monitor with a 2560x1440 resolution and 24-27" inch. I think 22" might be a little bit too small.
> Do you have a suggestion? (22' and let's say up to 500$? I just throw a random number so don't count it so much, I don't want something too professional but yes a good one)
Hmm... every display type has some advantages and disadvantages but I would recommend you something like those: Dell UltraSharp U2515H or U2518D. I think 22" could be to small and 27" too big.
But - you would have to use your DisplayPort / thunderbolt port with an adapter like this click on me as HDMI does not support the right resolution with this combination of monitor and macbook air.
>just saw something on the official apple site: https://www.apple.com/shop/product/HMUA2VC/A/lg-ultrafine-4k-display
>it's 4k, does it mean it won't connect to my mac or just will be less than 4k but will work? is it enough dpi?
>anyways this is a bit expensive so ill appreciate if you will come up with ur suggestions too!
This would not work nice. And I am not so sure about connecting it either as I think your Macbook Air does not have the right ports. Don't buy this one.
For when I'm on-the-go I usually just leave these two things in my bag:
Aukey (30W) charger for my rMB 2016. Great for the 29W requirement of the rMB, but I don't think it will charge the current MBPtb as fast as the included Apple charger. There are certainly similar alternatives available on Amazon that are better suited for the power requirement of the MBPtb though.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01LX063QN/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&amp;psc=1
Cable Matters USB-C Cable
Only for charging. Data transfer with this cable is at USB 2.0 speeds (like the Apple cable included in the box). I prefer this to the apple cable because the adapter is at a right angle, and thus sends the cable directly backwards instead of off to the side. This is far less obtrusive/annoying when I'm sitting at my desk at work.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01N41JUI4/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&amp;psc=1for charging
When I'm at home I use the Dell WD-15 as a dock. This charges my rMB at full speed in addition to being a source of USB 3.0 ports, 3.5mm audio out, and my HDMI/VGA/Mini-displayport monitor connection with a single USB-C input. This dock will definitely charge your MBPtb, but it will do so at a slower speed because it only uses around 60W(?) for charging. I believe Dell makes another dock that has a greater power output if slower charging speed is a big issue for you.
https://www.amazon.com/Dell-Dock-WD15-Adapter-Type-C/dp/B01C8PHWQY/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1501694857&amp;sr=1-1&amp;keywords=dell+wd15
As much as I like new toys, if it were me, I'd bite my lip and do the responsible thing by getting AppleCare for the computer. :P
If you already did get AppleCare, I'd say go for the external drive; optical media is falling quickly out of usage, but you can get a much better deal than Apple's SuperDrive if you choose to in the future. The Apple Store does have a respectable selection of third-party drives, on the other hand.
Oh, yeah, the 3' cables work great, too. Tested... full 3.0 data rate from their and 12W from the C to C and the A to C cables and they are also pretty durable. I just like the 6' 2.0 cable to keep the power brick out of sight.
And while I'm nerding out, I use these little magnet holders to keep the charging cable on the nightstand (or desk) when it isn't in use. And I keep a huge capacity battery with type C and A in my laptop bag for extended day use and long haul flights. Man, I sound like a shill for Anker...
I bought a Satechi from Amazon for my 15" but it has 2 ports, so it worked well for it.
I wish I got this one instead from HooToo. Seems simple enough to use just one port, which is perfect for your MacBook.
I have that, and it felt just a tad too small to type comfortably, although I did really like the feel of the keys. I ended up getting a Logitcech K811 and I absolutely love it. Just like the K810, except the K811 is the Mac version to the K810's Windows version.
I’m not sure what your budget is but there are tons of options. Just make sure it’s IPS if you’ll be editing photos on it. If you do a lot of photography you should think about picking up a calibration device. I’m a photographer and standard practice is to calibrate all your screens regularly to ensure color consistency. It makes a big difference but you sort of need to see the before and after to appreciate it.
This is the monitor I have. It’s great but I really regret not going with the 27”.
Dell Ultra HD 4K Monitor P2415Q 24-Inch Screen LED-Lit Monitor https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00PC9HFNY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_Q6rWBbCTPCM43
I'm a huge fan of this one. Anker in general is a reputable company that sells great battery and cable products. I don't have any experience with this particular product though, but I imagine it'll be great.
Alright, so based on some great advice from you guys I am going to go ahead with the SSD upgrade. I am going with the 500gig Samsung EVO. I found it on Amazon (see link below). Do i need to also buy the bay converter, or is that only if I were to put it where the disk drive is? Apart from some small screw drivers and torx driver i should be good? Or are there other things apart from the physical SSD that i need in order to do a replacement?
Link: http://www.amazon.com/Samsung-500GB-2-5-Inch-Internal-MZ-7TE500BW/dp/B00E3W19MO/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1418005487&amp;sr=8-5&amp;keywords=internal+512+ssd+mac
As far as I know there's no size limitation, but those MacBooks took SATA I drives, so theres no point in buying a SATA II or III drive - you can probably find a sizable SATA I drive online for cheap. If you can't, SATA II or III will work, you just won't be able to take advantage of the higher speeds.
Also, you should consider putting in an SSD. The speeds will make your laptop feel new again, and Amazon has some pretty big discounts right now, like this 500 GB drive, or this 1 TB drive.
Wow, so much negativity and whining here. If you're scared of breaking the MacBook, so am I! I'm with you here. But instead of whining, let's see what can be done to FIX SHIT:
First, get Griffin's BreakSafe cable. Yes, it's got design issues but you need something right now.
Alternative is the MagNeo cable that's available for pre-order.
Then, get a decent hardshell. I've got the Fintie, and it's pretty good. 13" and 15" versions are available.
And finally, check your insurance. Creditcard might offer protection, plus your contents insurance may cover it (but make sure and call to see whether it actually covers).
Thanks - I think it would be a good idea to go for the SSD if I'm going to spend the time and energy refurbishing this thing. Would something like this be a good choice? https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01IAGSD68/ref=abs_brd_tag_dp?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER
I use Dell P2715Q. I absolutely love it. Plenty of ports, beautiful picture and color accuracy.
There are 3rd party USB-C chargers cables with magnetic, breakaway plugs. Griffin makes one. I've also seen micro and mini with data support as well.
Apple should have included and at least placed a USB-C port on each side on the Macbook. That would have made it so you just leave the magnetic connector in and choose what side to charge from while leaving one free port for accessories.
Here are some links you might find useful:
identify your machine: http://www.everymac.com/systems/apple/imac/specs/imac-core-i7-2.8-27-inch-aluminum-late-2009-specs.html
How to for different things on late 2009: https://www.ifixit.com/Device/iMac_Intel_27%22_EMC_2309_and_2374
Replacing the hard drive: https://www.ifixit.com/Guide/iMac+Intel+27-Inch+EMC+2309+and+2374+Hard+Drive+Replacement/1634
note that you can also put a hard drive into the optical drive bay and keep 2 hard drives in it. You can then buy a $20 usb external disk drive for when you need to insert a dvd. You need a little caddy so the drive will mount in the superdrive bay. On this 2010 27in iMac I put a 1T SSD into the superdrive bay and kept the internal 1Tb HD. On the 2009 as I mentioned, I replaced it's internal HD with a hybrid 2 Tb SSHD. This one: https://eshop.macsales.com/item/Seagate/ST2000DX002/ You can get the 1Tb version for less than $100.
If you want to go full SSD, I like the EVO line http://a.co/d0Hwi7J You can get 500 GB for $105 and when your machine finally goes the way of Steve Jobs, you can take the drive out and put it in another desktop, laptop or use it as an external drive. Note that even though your machine is SATA 2 (the connection type between the disk and motherboard) all later versions of SATA are backward compatable. You will just run at slower (but still way faster than HD) speeds.
You will need a few tools like the suction cups to pull the screen protector off it's magnets. If you just want to buy it all in one place look here: https://eshop.macsales.com/item/OWC/YIMAC091Y2.0/
If you put a 2.5in SSD into the 3.5in hard drive bay, you also need a bracket like this: https://www.amazon.com/NewerTech-AdaptaDrive-Drive-Converter-Bracket/dp/B005PZDVF6/ref=sr_1_5?s=electronics&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1503800751&amp;sr=1-5&amp;keywords=SATA+2.5+to+3.5+bracket
that gives you the drive and tools and OWC links the install videos from that page. It's really not difficult. I had no experience prior to doing my 2 machines. Just get a work surface and put a towel down and go slow and watch the videos/ read the step by steps.
This is the best thing I found, only $7 and does the job, happy I got it!
nonda USB Type C to USB 3.0 Adapter Aluminum with Indicator LED for MacBook Pro 2017/2016, MacBook 12-inch and Other Type-C Devices (Space Gray) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B015Z7XE0A/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apip_oHA3tDyJ3Sclp
Try doing whatever you do that slows your machine while looking at activity monitor so you can see which resources are being used a lot. If it's slow and the CPU is close to 100% that's probably the bottleneck.
If you install something like istat you can also look at GPU usage in real time as well.
You just need ddr3 laptop memory. You probably have 2 open slots so buying 2x4gb would be best. Look at "about this mac" and it should say something like 8gb 1600 mhz ddr3 (maybe lower mhz) but get something that matches that.
Here's some that should work but you might find a better deal somewhere else.
I thought that was implied. Sorry. I ended up getting this case : Incase Pathway Folio and this USB 3.0 enclosure : Sabrent Ultra Slim USB 3.0 to 2.5-Inch SATA External Aluminum Hard Drive Enclosure. I'm going to store the drive in the lid pocket and run th USB cable out of the pocket to a USB port on the Air. This won't let the zipper close all the way, but it will be good enough for practical purposes. Thanks for the input though.
The 2011 iMacs use DDR3 Laptop RAM. You can find it for pretty cheap on Amazon. I've had good experiences with Crucial, so I'd recommend them, but they should all work equally well. 4x4 kits aren't really common, but two 2x4 works equally well.
RAM
Awesome, so is something like this what I want to buy? I would have to get a converter, too, from what I understand.
One factor that's nice about the 12" is that you can power it all day from high end external power bricks because of the low power consumption. It's really nice to have guaranteed all day battery life, especially if you like to tether and work outside.
I'd say go to an Apple Store and buy whatever model you like, and if you aren't satisfied return/exchange it within the 14-day window.
OP doesn't need all that peripheral device support for web surfing and class assignments. Too often people shoe horn the macbook as a desktop replacement, but realistically it is meant to easily/quickly travel around like an iPad.
ethernet - we're in a wireless world
USB printer - most university printer are wireless, even at home office it is now
external hd - you'll just need a small$10 adapter, but again people can do backup to cloud like Carbonite or dropbox to transfer.
Another option is the HooToo USB C Hub. It’s a lot cheaper that other recommendations but only has 3USBs, 1SDXC, Charge Passthru, and HDMI capable of 4K output. It works good for me so I suggest u check it out. It’s around $40 usually but is sometimes on sale.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01K7C53K2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apip_Py2nc39Ybfwzk
You need more than a straight cable.
I suggest this cable, plus a couple of USB-A to USB-C adapters.
Data Transfer Cable, ICZI USB 3.0 Mac and Windows Transfer Cable (5ft/1.5m), Smart KM (Keyboard & Mouse) Link for Windows 10, 8.1, 8, 7, Vista, XP, Mac OS https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01KJKVA4K/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_woyQAbQVW1TV2
Rankie 2-Pack USB C Adapter Hi-speed USB Type C to USB-A 3.0, Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01EL4PVFE/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_TryQAb4MWMN5K
Not at all. This is the guide to use.
If your MBP is currently able to boot, I'd recommend downloading Carbon Copy Cloner, getting an external enclosure or USB to SATA cable, reformatting drive to MacOS Extended (Journaled) with GUID partition map, cloning your current drive to the new one while it's still outside the machine, then once the clone is done, test boot off the new drive by booting up with Option held down and select the USB connected drive. If all goes well, use the instructions in the guide to swap in the new drive and voila! You have yourself a new SSD.
Afterwards, you'll be able to use the old HDD in the external enclosure as an external harddrive for whatever you'd like (assuming the drive itself works fine after reformatting).
I really like the AmazonBasics one, it's super cheap. Simple, plain black design, not flamboyant in any way.
Here's one with the plain black
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00CD8AF48/ref=twister_B00DS4G2AW?_encoding=UTF8&amp;psc=1
And another more stylish version
https://www.amazon.com/AmazonBasics-13-Inch-Felt-Laptop-Sleeve/dp/B013TGFTDY/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1478473807&amp;sr=8-2&amp;keywords=amazonbasics+laptop+sleeve
https://smile.amazon.com/Dell-Monitor-P2415Q-24-Inch-LED-Lit/dp/B00PC9HFNY
https://smile.amazon.com/Dell-U2415-24-Inch-1920-Monitor/dp/B00NZTKOQI
https://smile.amazon.com/Dell-UltraSharp-27-Inch-LED-Lit-Monitor/dp/B00P0EQD1Q
I don't believe any 2013 MacBook Pros were offered with a 2.5GHz processor so something here is not right. It would help if you gave more information about the computer like a screenshot of "About this Mac". Based on your claims of 2.5GHz processor, 4GB of ram and 500GB of storage my GUESS is that you have a "mid 2012" 13" MacBook Pro but you really should confirm.
If that's right, you can upgrade both the HDD to an SSD and add more RAM (you can go up to 16GB, but 8 would be a good start).
These are pretty sweet.
Yes – you can use your MacBook Pro with any Bluetooth mouse. If the mouse requires connecting it via a cable to pair it initially, you can get a fairly inexpensive USB-C-to-USB-A adapter on Amazon in order to accomplish that.
I have a 2009 mbp with a Samsung ssd and I just put a 525gb Crucial ssd in a 2012 mbp. Both work great. A Crucial drive is $180 cdn on Amazon.
https://www.amazon.ca/gp/aw/d/B01IAGSD68/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1485306167&amp;sr=8-1&amp;pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&amp;keywords=crucial+525+ssd&amp;dpPl=1&amp;dpID=51Hqg6dEuvL&amp;ref=plSrch
I have a Logitech K811 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0099SMFP2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_pN95Ab6YFE1VQ and it's my favorite keyboard period. I've used all of the Mac keyboards: wireless, wired, and the 2017 style, and it felt much better. Battery life is really good and it's simple to recharge. I recommend it over any other Mac keyboards from the past decade. It's not mechanical, but everyone who had used it has preferred it to their keyboard.
Dell P2415Q. I bought it before Apple came out with the UltraFine 4K/5K displays. It displays 4K resolution over DisplayPort and 24" size matches the Retina display PPI a lot better that most other 4k displays that are 27" wide.
I also like the matte finish!
The best one I know of is the
Dell Inspiron 15-7559Dell's USB-C to HDMI/VGA/Ethernet/USB.They also make one wiuth more I/O and enough power to charge your device while connected.
Thanks, I did not see that. Something like this, then
No one here seems to have actually read your post.
Replacing the SSD in a 2012 rMBP isn't an easy swap, and most importantly, NOT COMPATIBLE with a standard laptop SSD or HDD drive, but there are some products out there to upgrade it: http://www.amazon.com/Transcend-JetDrive-Upgrade-Macbook-display/dp/B00JKCHMP0
Also, as another poster pointed out, the JetDrive Lite is really good for offloading less intensive stuff such as media and freeing up more space on the SSD: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00MTHLURE
Edit: Also, I wouldn't trust that store. Not only is that price incredibly low for even a standard 1TB laptop drive, but it's nowhere near the price for the appropriate SSD replacement you'd need for a rMBP, which to me says they don't know what they're talking about.
Some manufacturers make SDXC cards that are flush with the side of the laptop. There are plenty more models than just that one, so shop around. This is a good solution if you don't otherwise use your SD reader.
I have this - https://www.amazon.com/Anker-PowerCore-Ultra-High-Capacity-External-VoltageBoost/dp/B014ZO46LK
works perfectly
The hootoo adapter has SD card, Three USB As, one C (so you can also charge), and HDMI. It's by far the best one for me.
USB C Hub, HooToo Shuttle 3.1 Type C Hub with Power Delivery for Charging, HDMI Output, Card Reader, 3 USB 3.0 Ports - Space Gray https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01K7C53K2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_9p8oybZHRSM6V
This is a great little adapter that matches Mac laptops:
nonda USB Type C to USB 3.0 Adapter, Thunderbolt 3 to USB Adapter Aluminum with Indicator LED for Macbook Pro 2018/2017, MacBook Air 2018, Pixel 3, Dell XPS, and More Type-C Devices(Space Gray)
then add a basic mouse:
Belkin 3-Button Wired USB Optical Mouse with 5-Foot Cord, Compatible with PCs, Macs, Desktops and Laptops, Black - F5M010qBLK
I just got one of these for my 2013 MBPr. It has been amazing!
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00MTHLURE/ref=pd_lpo_sbs_dp_ss_1?pf_rd_p=1944579842&amp;pf_rd_s=lpo-top-stripe-1&amp;pf_rd_t=201&amp;pf_rd_i=B00K73NT0S&amp;pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&amp;pf_rd_r=10Z8HPVJHFFPYEP0QYQQ
My main used to be a mid-09 13 inch MBP. The optical drive died on me about 2 years in so I replaced it with a SSD. I managed to go another 2 years before buying an external disc burner since I'm into music production.
I just upgraded to the mid-14 MBP (15 inch! Upgrade!) We'll see how much I'll miss the CD drive when I head back to school in the fall, but honestly I don't know if I even know where the disc drive is right now. I can honestly count on my hands how many times I've needed it. Most of those are (like you mentioned) renting movies from the library since school monitors network traffic.
As always YMMV but I think the retina display plus killer battery life in a package that's thinner and lighter than the 13 inch machine it replaces are worthy trade-offs.
Check the specs with your serial number on the Apple site. I replaced a drive in a similar model few months ago. Highly likely that you have a HDD and not SSD... You'll see the difference in speed and is totally worth the upgrade non the less. Just ensure you buy a compatible SSD. Apple is quite fussy when it comes to compatibility. I always use Crucial SSDs, they always work. Here's what I usually use.
I have this older model from crucial --> https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00IRRDHVW/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&amp;psc=1
Crucial and Samsung look to have similar price right now...so 850 Evo is probably a good bet!
We use the Dell USB-C docks at my work. They're a little pricey and less portable than I'd like, but they work well.
http://www.reddit.com/r/mac/comments/2iibwe/psa_imo_the_best_portable_thunderbolt_25_drive/
plus
http://www.amazon.com/Samsung-Electronics-EVO-Series-2-5-Inch-MZ-7TE500BW/dp/B00E3W19MO/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1412643628&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=500gb+ssd
or
http://www.amazon.com/Crucial-2-5-Inch-adapter-Internal-CT512M550SSD1/dp/B00IRRDHVW/ref=sr_1_9?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1412643628&amp;sr=8-9&amp;keywords=500gb+ssd
gets you up to a total of 756GB for about $300. The internal SSD will be faster than anything external, but I'd put an extra 250GB above a ~5% speed increase.
I use this monitor with this cable. You'll need to use two cables, one for the monitor and a separate cable for laptop charging, but it's about half the cost of the 4K LG monitor Apple sells. You can also make it a little cheaper if you choose a cheaper monitor like this one.
I've never had any issues using various versions of these. (I've not tried that particular brand, but that's a typical price, $6-7 for a 2-pack.) I've purchased about a dozen of them over the ~2 years since I bought my MBP. Some ended up semi-permanently attached to a cable, some got lost, and some are floating around one of my desks or the other.
Remember, the USB-C port on the Mac supports a superset of the protocols supported by the USB-A port on your PC (assuming it's not a non-standard USB implementation on the PC). Using an USB-A to USB-C adaptor changes the connector, not the protocol. It's still USB, end to end.
Everywhere. Any enclosure for 2.5" SATA drives works. This one is really good: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00LS31KQG/
This one doesn’t attach and has very good reviews.
$34
https://www.amazon.com/HooToo-Premium-Adapter-Charging-Chromebook/dp/B01K7C53K2?ref_=gep_p1_dp_2
Sure, the 32gb single stick is on sale for $117 on amazon. Reddit won’t let me hyperlink it.
Samsung 32GB DDR4 2666MHz RAM Memory Module for Laptop Computers (260 Pin SODIMM, 1.2V) M471A4G43MB1 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07N124XDS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_2wKSDb39CYFSC
Here’s the (2x16gb) kit for $125. I would stick with either Samsung or crucial ram.
Crucial 32GB Kit (16GBx2) DDR4 2666 MT/s (PC4-21300) DR x8 SODIMM 260-Pin Memory - CT2K16G4SFD8266 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B071H38422/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_TyKSDbN2VTCN4
This is what I have
USB C Adapter, Rankie 2-Pack Hi-speed USB-C to USB-A 3.0 Adapter for USB Type-C Devices Including New MacBook Pro, ChromeBook Pixel, Nexus 5X, Nexus 6P, Nokia N1 Tablet and More - R1209 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01EL4PVFE/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_a9evyb8KZ28MK
Just saying 2k is the same as 1080p. I would go 4k. Dell has a 24 4k monitor that i think would work well for you. Its $418 on amazon
http://www.amazon.com/Dell-Monitor-P2415Q-24-Inch-LED-Lit/dp/B00PC9HFNY
This is the kit I'm using in my mid 2012 It was the lowest cost one at the time I bought it. It works so I guess i'd give it a good review.
I also put an SSD in mine and that makes a huge difference in speed. If you don't have one you need to get one.
Sure thing. This is the one I used personally. This item number, which is the same as your link.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B071H38422/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&amp;psc=1
It's not worth $80, it's too expensive for what you get. The cable is hard wired, if it breaks you need a repair (not worth the cost) or replace it. It will only work with Macs that don't have an optical drive, which could be a deal breaker too (and I'd like to know the reasoning behind that decision, it's an artificial limitation built into the firmware). Say you also have a Mac with an internal drive, if that one dies you can't even use the external one. Whoever decided that needs a punch in the face. Sorry for the rant, I just think it's not a good idea to buy one.
It seems strange that the one you got didn't work. Any drive should work. I needed to read a few optical discs recently. I just bought an eternal enclosure on Amazon for 8 bucks and ripped the drive out of some old laptop I had lying around. This one is the best seller on Amazon. The reviews are good and some mention it'll work with Macs.
If you're willing to spend more money, something that can really speed up your computer is a SSD. Something like this would work.
Everyone seems to like this one http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B014ZO46LK/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?qid=1453525465&amp;sr=8-2&amp;pi=SY200_QL40&amp;keywords=anker+20100
I do not miss any old ports. I have single adapter that has all ports like LAN, ssd card, hdmi etc which I used when I had my hdmi monitor. Now I got usb c monitor. I also have usb Blu-ray and hdd, so bought 2 tiny usb c to usb a adapter and have it fixed to the Blu-ray and hdd. But I don’t use them since my Mac is backed up using time machine wirelessly.
Usb c multiport adapter
Usb c to usb a adapter
So, technically, I don’t miss the ports. I have an adapter just in case.
I have a 2017 MBP 13 and use a dell universal USB-C dock to project onto 2 monitors for a total of 3 displays. It says it's capable of projecting onto 3 external displays but the MBP might limit that. It also seems to charge my laptop as fast if not faster than the included charger Apple bundled.
https://www.amazon.com/Dell-452-BCYT-D6000-Universal-Black/dp/B071YTQBXM/
There are probably options that are a bit cheaper and include a little less but this works fine with a MBP once you install the Displaylink drivers.
Edit: I originally linked to the d3100 dock but turns out I'm using the D6000.
Are you referring to this one
Someone else recommended them so I may take a look.
This cable on Amazon totally fixed it for me: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00YOQYQWY/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&amp;psc=1
(Thanks to the suggestion in this forum: http://forums.macrumors.com/threads/dell-u2715h-and-sierra-cannot-get-2560x1440-via-dhmi.1984770/)
Any 2.5" SATA SSD will work in your Mac Pro. Though, you need a caddy to fit it into the sled that slides into your Mac Pro. Also, be aware that if you connect a SATA SSD to the onboard SATA, it will be limited to SATA 2 (3Gbps).
http://eshop.macsales.com/item/OWC/MMP35T25/
OR
http://www.amazon.com/NewerTech-AdaptaDrive-Drive-Converter-Bracket/dp/B005PZDVF6/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1459457886&amp;sr=8-6&amp;keywords=2.5%22+to+3.5%22
OR
You can just jirry-rig it with tape
I use something similar to this:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00MTHLURE/ref=pd_aw_sims_1?pi=SS115&amp;simLd=1
With my MacBook Air and would highly recommend it. No real drawbacks and you can just leave it plugged in as long as 128gb is enough.
https://smile.amazon.com/Logitech-Bluetooth-Easy-Switch-Keyboard-iPhone/dp/B0099SMFP2/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1482081093&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=K811
it's gone on sale a few times for $63:
http://camelcamelcamel.com/Logitech-Bluetooth-Easy-Switch-Keyboard-iPhone/product/B0099SMFP2
Logitech K811 - Think Apple wireless keyboard with black illuminated keys.. Also, allows for pairing with multiple devices and was switching between them.
http://www.amazon.com/Logitech-Bluetooth-Easy-Switch-Keyboard-iPhone/dp/B0099SMFP2/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1415188410&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=k811
I was quoting a 120 GB SSD.
I have this Amazon Basics case for when I go to class: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00CD8AF48/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&amp;psc=1
Isn't that almost the same as what I'm currently using?
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00CD8AF48/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1485123756&amp;sr=8-1&amp;pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&amp;keywords=basics%2Bsleeve%2B14&amp;dpPl=1&amp;dpID=410eyPDeJDL&amp;ref=plSrch&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1
http://www.amazon.com/Samsung-Portable-External-SE-218CB-RSBS/dp/B00DBV28TG/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1409861927&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=Samsung+dvd+writer
Most people do not need a 512GB SSD (and they are not anywhere near $450 new http://www.amazon.com/Samsung-Electronics-EVO-Series-2-5-Inch-MZ-7TE500BW/dp/B00E3W19MO/)
500GB SSD
8GB RAM
HD Enclosure
HD Replacement Tutorial
RAM Replacement Tutorial
It took me about an hour to complete which involved me forgetting to reconnect the battery cable so I had to reopen it for that.
edit: forgot to link tutorials
I'd go for this Dell IPS 4K display. http://www.amazon.com/Dell-Computer-Monitor-P2715Q-27-Inch/dp/B00PC9HFO8
I've got a MacBook Pro 15-inch, Late 2011, AMD Radeon HD 6750M 512 MB connected to a Dell P2715Q 4k monitor via a Mini DP to DP Cable. I just switched to 3840x2160 (4k) and it's running at 30hz.
HDMI won't work, use a mini-displayport to DisplayPort adapter: https://www.amazon.com/Cable-Rankie-Plated-DisplayPort-Resolution/dp/B00YOQYQWY/ref=sr_1_3?s=pc&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1484680418&amp;sr=1-3&amp;keywords=mini+displayport+to+displayport
Edit: this is just assuming the laptop can output the resolution. Most HDMI interfaces are just for 1920x1080 on computer monitors, whereas DisplayPort will have the full resolution
Dell Dock WD15 with 180W Adapter, USB Type-C https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01C8PHWQY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_0aXMybDENMVT2
Meet the Griffin BreakSafe Magnetic USB-C Power Cable.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B071H38422/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&amp;psc=1
There's the Logitech K811 (link)
And... Not much else. Not in the $50 - $100 range, anyway.
Of course, there is always the alternative of using a standard backlit keyboard (the K800, for example) and learning to treat the Win-key as Command, the Alt key as Option, and the Insert key as useless.
Remove the hard drive and buy a hard drive enclosure. Your hard drive will function as an external hard drive.
I have used several of Apple's adapters and this Nonda adapter with no issues. Your mileage may vary.
This one works well but no Blu-Ray
I would recommend buying a ssd to usb 3 enclosure and a ssd separately, as it's much cheaper. I bought this enclosure and this ssd.
edit: computer changed ssd to sad :/
http://www.amazon.com/Samsung-120GB-internal-Solid-MZ-7TD120BW/dp/B009NHAF06/ref=sr_1_2?m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&amp;s=electronics&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1367623484&amp;sr=1-2
Bam. 100 dollars exactly. Its not a pro, but you won't see the difference, and hell, at least its not OCZ.
>I'm not sure anyone needs an iPad now.
Are you kidding? Apple sells three times as many iPads to business as they do to individuals. Clearly there is a need.
> it's a bigger phone.
It's NOT a phone. It doesn't make/take calls like a phone.
>I'm sure it's nice to have a large form factor phone if you want that sort of thing
You seem extremely unclear on what a phone is, and what a tablet is, and the difference between them.
>Anyone who needs to do things will go for a Surface nowadays,
They're different devices with entirely different use cases.
>because they're way more capable.
That's a matter of opinion. Personally, I don't need a device that harvests all my information and is riddled with malware.
>USB-C, it is the future. It's not the present though
With that attitude, we'd all still be using RS-232.
>Apple should stop fucking everyone over by trying to force only USB-C.
Are you completely fucking delusional? ZERO people are being "fucked over". ZERO people are being FORCED to buy this machine. It's a PERSONAL CHOICE. Don't like it? Don't buy it.
>Four C's and one A on the new Pro would've went a long way.
Hasn't anyone changed your diaper yet? They didn't get OVER it already. Go buy something else.
>Keeping the SD reader and MagSafe would've been a nice touch.
So would have been keeping the 68000, the PowerPC, OS9 compatibility, Floppies, ADB, and monochrome screens. Then it would have had all the "backwards compatibility" of Windows on a PC.
>Even in the future, professional cameras will have cards on them
Oh yeah? What kind? Lots of 'pro' cameras take CF cards and some take Memory Sticks. Don't hear much whining about those people ALWAYS being left out.
In the near future, professional and consumer cameras alike will come with USB-C, making the need for a card slot COMPLETELY unnecessary.
>which will need to be swapped out to continue recording.
Absolutely NOTHING Apple did makes it difficult to swap memory cards. Any real pro will have DOZENS on hand. You swap the card and keep shooting. You're suggesting that swapping involved offloading the filled card, which is NOT the case.
> In the professional world there's not time to plug in the camera and pull 64GB of data off when it gets full.
Then DON'T. Swap your card and KEEP SHOOTING. You offload once the gig is over.
Besides, the chances of a pro photographer filling a 64GB card is next to nil. Even if a pro photographer were shooting raw, full frame (24MP), 14-bit color, a 64GB card would hold TWELVE HUNDRED pictures!
If you shoot 1200 pictures at a wedding, you're likely an incompetent spastic who doesn't know how to operate their camera.
With 256GB cards being super cheap, the scenario you're creating is complete bullshit.
>USB-C also does not solve the problem of the power cord being ripped out of the machine, something MagSafe did a brilliant job with.
And the the market place provided a solution a full YEAR before this laptop was introduced.
No doubt more will hit the market to cater to all the whiney babies who won't STFU about this.
>USB-C isn't even the present for iPhones.
Neither is USB-A, USB-B, mini-USB or micro-USB. It has ALWAYS required the appropriate cable, and DOZENS of other manufacturers have done the same in the past. Where is the outrage for them?
>You need an adapter to plug a brand new iPhone into a brand new MacBook Pro. That's just dumb.
No, what's dumb is that someone who doesn't own these things, and has NO intention of buying this things, spend EVERY waking moment bitching and moaning about it online.
>They should've gone USB-C on the iPhone if they were going to push it so hard on their laptops.
So the iPhone should have had it first? Then you'd be here bitching, pissing, and moaning about the phones having USB-C, but not the laptops. The fact is, you don't really care about any of this, you just want to shit on Apple. You're a concern troll. Your whole existence is tied up in being upset about things that have ZERO bearing on your life. Doesn't it ever get old?
>But it's not the only thing people have to use yet
Which is why there are products to bridge the gap, just as there ALWAYS have been.
>and it's not going to be a year down the line either.
Bullshit. USB-C is coming, and MUCH sooner than you think.
>They should have put just one USB-A port on there
To keep the trolls at bay? Might have been worth it.
>to at least nod to the professionals and say "yes we realize you still exist and need your computer to do things today."
That's the thing. PROFESSIONALS do what's necessary to get the job done. They don't blink over a couple of cables or adaptors that get the job done. They're aware of their situation, and what they need. They don't blindly upgrade without a cost or performance benefit, so it's REALLY unlikely that's they're going to be caught off guard with these new ports.