<![CDATA[ChipMusic.org - MacBook Pro/laptop recommendations]]> https://chipmusic.org/forums/topic/12746/macbook-prolaptop-recommendations/ Tue, 26 Nov 2013 05:10:19 +0000 PunBB <![CDATA[Re: MacBook Pro/laptop recommendations]]> https://chipmusic.org/forums/post/192369/#p192369 12ianma says:

The girlfriend got a pretty nice 1080p monitor for college (made by samsung) i was pretty impressed with it. think it was around 24inches. wasnt a horrible price either. dont know the model though.

Are you going to run hdd and ssd in the mini? if so youll want the OS on the ssd

]]> Tue, 26 Nov 2013 05:10:19 +0000 https://chipmusic.org/forums/post/192369/#p192369 <![CDATA[Re: MacBook Pro/laptop recommendations]]> https://chipmusic.org/forums/post/192364/#p192364 sxe_weekend says:

@kitsch yeah the thread basically died and nobody said much more about anything.  I like the carts you have planned and I've done a good deal of trading etc with you so I know my money is going to a good place.  It'll be a bit before I receive the money so we shall see if anyone chimes in but it looks like it's all headed your way.  I trust you'll put it to good use.  smile

]]> Tue, 26 Nov 2013 04:55:41 +0000 https://chipmusic.org/forums/post/192364/#p192364 <![CDATA[Re: MacBook Pro/laptop recommendations]]> https://chipmusic.org/forums/post/192363/#p192363 sxe_weekend says:

http://m.newegg.com/Product/index?itemn … 6824260047

What are your thoughts on this Dell IPS monitor?  I couldn't find any samsung ips displays.  The dell has plenty of good reviews.  Sorry for asking so many questions.  Like I stated I live in the middle of nowhere land so I can't look at any of these in person.  I can't stand dell computers but I've had good monitors in the past made by them.

]]> Tue, 26 Nov 2013 04:52:22 +0000 https://chipmusic.org/forums/post/192363/#p192363 <![CDATA[Re: MacBook Pro/laptop recommendations]]> https://chipmusic.org/forums/post/192333/#p192333 katsumbhong says:

Get an IPS monitor.

]]> Tue, 26 Nov 2013 03:37:14 +0000 https://chipmusic.org/forums/post/192333/#p192333 <![CDATA[Re: MacBook Pro/laptop recommendations]]> https://chipmusic.org/forums/post/192332/#p192332 kitsch says:

oh, ok!   didn't realize applications were done

thats pretty exciting, 'purpose #1' in my application deserves it, truly (Deflemask)

]]> Tue, 26 Nov 2013 03:33:55 +0000 https://chipmusic.org/forums/post/192332/#p192332 <![CDATA[Re: MacBook Pro/laptop recommendations]]> https://chipmusic.org/forums/post/192329/#p192329 sxe_weekend says:

Thanks again for all the info guys.  I actually have a Samsung HDTV that was given to me by my fiancées brother and it works great.  Just waiting on my disability money to kick in and I'll have everything ordered.  I'll post pics of my setup once it's complete!  BTW Kitsch I'll hit you up with details for my donation to your cart development as soon as I get my "awards letter".  Such a strange thing for social security to call an explanation of benefits.  smile

]]> Tue, 26 Nov 2013 03:24:42 +0000 https://chipmusic.org/forums/post/192329/#p192329 <![CDATA[Re: MacBook Pro/laptop recommendations]]> https://chipmusic.org/forums/post/192324/#p192324 kitsch says:

yes.  samsung.  definitely recommend them over an LG product

as does the guy at Sam's who works around the TV area.  i got a VERRRRY lengthy pro-Samsung speech from him.  very talkative

in short, his 4 Samsungs have had zero issues.  every other brand (LG too) have died on him at least once.  my brother has also had a LG TV die, after less than a month

not sure if the privacy issues LG has with their Smart TVs carry over to the monitors.  that'd be something to consider, i'm thinking its only their Smart TV line though

]]> Tue, 26 Nov 2013 02:46:51 +0000 https://chipmusic.org/forums/post/192324/#p192324 <![CDATA[Re: MacBook Pro/laptop recommendations]]> https://chipmusic.org/forums/post/192322/#p192322 12ianma says:

the new samsung ssds are pretty epic.

]]> Tue, 26 Nov 2013 02:38:33 +0000 https://chipmusic.org/forums/post/192322/#p192322 <![CDATA[Re: MacBook Pro/laptop recommendations]]> https://chipmusic.org/forums/post/192300/#p192300 sxe_weekend says:
katsumbhong wrote:

If you do plan on getting a Mac Mini new, I do suggest getting one with an i7 Intel processor with no extras. You can upgrade the RAM and add a 2nd HDD/SSD yourself for much cheaper. Prior to upgrading the RAM, make sure you get the correct "type."

Yeah I will be buying one new directly from apple.  I already planned on getting the fastest processor and doing the other upgrades myself.  I want to max out the RAM and add an SSD drive(recommendations welcome).  Still taking recommendations on a good monitor as well.  Been looking at different LG and Samsung monitors.  I'm wanting something with a matte screen and excellent color reproduction as I do digital art as a hobby as well.  Probably around 21'.  Also matte isn't set in stone.  If a glass monitor has pros I don't know about over a matte let me know!

]]> Tue, 26 Nov 2013 01:41:26 +0000 https://chipmusic.org/forums/post/192300/#p192300 <![CDATA[Re: MacBook Pro/laptop recommendations]]> https://chipmusic.org/forums/post/192264/#p192264 12ianma says:

What model Mac mini did you want to get? (2012 etc)

]]> Mon, 25 Nov 2013 23:44:57 +0000 https://chipmusic.org/forums/post/192264/#p192264 <![CDATA[Re: MacBook Pro/laptop recommendations]]> https://chipmusic.org/forums/post/192213/#p192213 katsumbhong says:

If you do plan on getting a Mac Mini new, I do suggest getting one with an i7 Intel processor with no extras. You can upgrade the RAM and add a 2nd HDD/SSD yourself for much cheaper. Prior to upgrading the RAM, make sure you get the correct "type."

]]> Mon, 25 Nov 2013 20:30:10 +0000 https://chipmusic.org/forums/post/192213/#p192213 <![CDATA[Re: MacBook Pro/laptop recommendations]]> https://chipmusic.org/forums/post/192190/#p192190 sxe_weekend says:

thanks katsumbhong for posting that info so I did not have to find it!  @12ianma yeah I just want to go with a nice non apple display for my macmini right now.  As you stated it's a lot cheaper and I would rather just wait for a proper updated thunderbolt display in the future if I feel the need for one.  A nice LG or Samsung will do just fine for the time being.  Any suggestions on models?  Sorry if this all sounds like something I should already know.  I live in midwestern KS so I don't have the luxury of going into a store and looking at models on display so peoples input is important in my case.

]]> Mon, 25 Nov 2013 18:48:06 +0000 https://chipmusic.org/forums/post/192190/#p192190 <![CDATA[Re: MacBook Pro/laptop recommendations]]> https://chipmusic.org/forums/post/192185/#p192185 katsumbhong says:
12ianma wrote:

What is the max amount of ram the mini can take? And number of slots for the ram.

LG makes a killer display, as does samsung. You can also use an iMac as a thunderbolt driven display if you want the newer laminate style.

I would honestly go for a regular display over a thunderbolt one as it's more versatile. Plus like 1/3 the cost

2012 models 16GB, 2x 8GB sticks.
2010-2011 are reported to take the same amount as well.

]]> Mon, 25 Nov 2013 18:40:55 +0000 https://chipmusic.org/forums/post/192185/#p192185 <![CDATA[Re: MacBook Pro/laptop recommendations]]> https://chipmusic.org/forums/post/192182/#p192182 12ianma says:

What is the max amount of ram the mini can take? And number of slots for the ram.

LG makes a killer display, as does samsung. You can also use an iMac as a thunderbolt driven display if you want the newer laminate style.

I would honestly go for a regular display over a thunderbolt one as it's more versatile. Plus like 1/3 the cost

]]> Mon, 25 Nov 2013 18:12:59 +0000 https://chipmusic.org/forums/post/192182/#p192182 <![CDATA[Re: MacBook Pro/laptop recommendations]]> https://chipmusic.org/forums/post/192131/#p192131 sxe_weekend says:
12ianma wrote:

Here's the portability bottom line for iMacs: yes it's large but yes it's one piece. not sure if haul it to gigs, might be too sketchy. can also replace the ram in it yourself. Mac minis are the best way to get a high powered Mac for the least money possible. Upgrading the ram etc yourself also saves you a huge amount.

Corsair makes great 1600mhz ram that works perfect with Mac (note not the Mac memory the specifically sell, I can get you part number if you want)

Also no DVD drive in pretty much any new Mac so if you plan to dual boot (boot camp etc) you will want one. They are super good little drives for 80$ the apple displays are very nice but I would wait one more generation of Thunderbolt Display until they are laminated like the imac displays (there is air gap between LCD and glass known to have debris issues even from factory and this also cause like a weird double glare)

I noticed all the issues with the current Thunderbolt Display Apple sells as well.  Have any recommendations for a good alternative?  Also please do get me the parts number for the ram as I plan on maxing it out myself on the Mac mini.

]]> Mon, 25 Nov 2013 06:32:49 +0000 https://chipmusic.org/forums/post/192131/#p192131