Mac Power Users 567: The M1 Honeymoon Continues
Dec 20, 2020
Dive into a lively discussion about personal holiday traditions and Christmas trees. Discover the M1 Mac experience, highlighting battery life and performance upgrades. The hosts explore managing digital bookmarks and the woes of Apple Mail. They also share insights on memory choices in M1 systems, and cover the importance of privacy features. Additionally, learn about the latest improvements in productivity apps and the seamless integration of smart home technology. Don't miss personal anecdotes about tech repairs and community gaming adventures!
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M1 Mac Experiences
- Stephen Hackett's wife loves her new M1 MacBook Air, especially its silent operation and all-day battery life.
- He also bought a 13-inch MacBook Pro and found the smaller screen size an adjustment.
M1 MacBook Air Issues and Upgrade
- David Sparks's M1 MacBook Air had boot problems, leading to a return and purchase of an M1 MacBook Pro.
- He encountered RAM limitations with 8GB, prompting an upgrade to a 16GB model.
Prioritizing Mac Upgrades
- Prioritize both storage and RAM when buying a new Mac, especially if you're a power user.
- Insufficient storage and RAM can make a Mac unusable long before it physically breaks down.