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sonicmaster
post Dec 9 2020, 11:45 PM

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Want to ask those using MacBook. Can it last for a few years if using it 8 hours a day?
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post Dec 9 2020, 11:47 PM

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QUOTE(lihao6485 @ Dec 8 2020, 05:45 PM)
Received my MacBook Pro from superdeal today!
My current MacBook Pro screen has dead really just nice get one from superdeal.
BTW, the warranty for me is until November 27, 2021.
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How long ur MacBook pro last
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post Dec 11 2020, 12:46 AM

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Sorry ask a noob question because nvr use MacBook air. If wanna buy mouse, normal USB one can use?

If I wanna extend my home screen to another monitor with hdmi. May I know which cable to buy? Thanks
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post Dec 11 2020, 06:38 AM

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QUOTE(frostbyte13 @ Dec 11 2020, 01:05 AM)
No you can't. There's only 2 usb c ports with thunderbolt. Just get a mouse that connects via bluetooth.

Usb c to hdmi.

Better solution is to get thunderbolt + dock if you have lots of peripherals. I might just get the attachable one because most I want minimal dongles as possible.
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Thanks man.

So that thunderbolt is USB c port?

Can I just buy - USB c to HDMI cable? Or usb c to normal USB cable?
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post Dec 12 2020, 08:58 AM

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QUOTE(pizzaboy @ Dec 12 2020, 08:12 AM)
Hey guys. It's day 3 of me using my MBA M1 8GB/256GB. A few quirks

1. I can't drive my 144hz monitor. It runs at 60hz. Still trying out multiple different cables. Tried terminal commands, and they all don't work, so that's annoying. If anyone has better luck, do give a shout.

2. No matter if I'm on my MBA 8GB RAM or MBP 16GB RAM, it still eats into my SSD SWAP. There's no noticeable difference in smoothness on my daily use. Some have said that because the SSDs on these Macs are so fast anyway, the computer eats into the SSD swap regardless of whether there is enough RAM or not, as contingency.

3. Opening my usual apps;

- thinkorswim
- safari
- discord
- Davinci pro
- QuickTime to record my screen

on both my 8gb and 16gb laptops make no difference in how it feels. It's not because the 16GB isn't smoother. It's because the 8GB isn't at all laggy with all this. While I'm also a strict single Safari page user and no more than 5 tabs, I had my sister use it and she's a multiple browser and has nearly 30 tabs open.

No issues on her side with the 8GB either.

If you're set on getting 16GB, because you know you'll need it, all power to you. IF you're on the fence, I think 8GB might be surprisingly sufficient if your workflow's like mine.

Oh and get used to hearing "phantom" fan noises. I keep thinking I hear my MBA ramp up the fan because that's all the Intel Macs would do. But nope, no fan installed so no fan noise.
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Do you think is it worth to get 16gb ram on MBA?

I'm using for working and sometimes might open 20-30 tabs . But no gaming and etc. Mostly MS office, zoom, Skype, teams
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post Dec 12 2020, 08:59 AM

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QUOTE(frostbyte13 @ Dec 12 2020, 12:00 AM)
its a USB C head yes, but it is simply rated for thunderbolt. You probably can buy a USB C to HDMI but I am not 100% sure about the performance degrade. I am looking to get a hub anyways since its 12.12 and I need something that can bring around too for mobility purpose.
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Yes boss. Hub should be okay but I bought USB c to HDMI and USB c to USB A only. Because I don't use so many Accessories
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post Dec 13 2020, 11:04 PM

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Mine stated 3-10 jan.
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post Dec 14 2020, 10:28 AM

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Since there is no fan. If buy external Cooling fans. Is it efficient in reducing heat
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post Dec 15 2020, 07:12 AM

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Hi anybody know if this cable can use for me monitor extension or just duplicate monitor?

https://www.apple.com/my/shop/product/MUF82...d7b64b9de326eb0
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post Dec 15 2020, 06:35 PM

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QUOTE(Error404 @ Dec 15 2020, 04:55 PM)
Shipped
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When did u place ur order boss
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post Dec 15 2020, 06:35 PM

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QUOTE(persona93 @ Dec 15 2020, 10:53 AM)
both extend and duplicate also can

can also buy 3rd party ones, save some bucks  laugh.gif
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Which third part brand is good?
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post Dec 18 2020, 08:33 AM

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QUOTE(saintnotsinner @ Dec 17 2020, 06:47 PM)
ok.. now i need recommendation for keyboard and case cover.. anyone?
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I went for this laptop sleeve. Affordable and Waterproof. https://shopee.com.my/product/64923440/2428...26-1608251585.9

Case can go for this - https://shopee.com.my/product/68442970/1389...26-1608251746.9

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post Dec 18 2020, 01:24 PM

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Anybody knows the model number of m1 MBA base model
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post Dec 21 2020, 11:20 AM

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I ordered on 13 and it said first / 2nd week of January only can get 😂😂😂
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post Dec 21 2020, 11:09 PM

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QUOTE(WHITE APPLE @ Dec 21 2020, 09:48 PM)
So many forumers are actually upgrading from older generation of MBA, which are still working fine. Just curious that what did you all do to your old MBA? Anywhere in klang valley that accepts trade in?
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I believe everyone has a limit of tolerance for old device regardless how old it is. And of course my use have money to buy. For some ppl, can tolerate a 20 years old car even though have budget to buy a new car. But some ppl can't tolerate and change when budget allows. However if can't tolerate and no budget then still can't do anything.

M1 could be the trigger point as apple fans Should have budget to change a new one. 😂😂😂
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post Dec 21 2020, 11:10 PM

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QUOTE(r_p @ Dec 21 2020, 07:57 PM)
Thank you.
will look into it.
Looking for a decent case/usb hub without breaking my bank account.
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I'm going for ugreen too
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post Dec 21 2020, 11:10 PM

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QUOTE(r_p @ Dec 21 2020, 06:25 PM)
Hi
New MBA user here.
Got the laptop today.
Any suggested case/protector and USB port for the laptop?
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Ugreen got both
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post Dec 30 2020, 11:36 PM

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QUOTE(GenDevil @ Dec 30 2020, 02:43 PM)
Mine suppose to deliver from 31/12 - 07/1, but they send me the email few days ago said will be deliver on 4/1.

now i can track my shipment its said pick up on 28/12 from chendu .. till now no update/movement lol
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Mine picked up from SG.
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post Dec 31 2020, 12:09 AM

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QUOTE(emment85 @ Dec 31 2020, 12:06 AM)
Same here.. finally i can start to look for accessories already. Haha
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Do they route to china ? Hahaha
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post Dec 31 2020, 06:52 AM

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QUOTE(polarzbearz @ Dec 31 2020, 02:14 AM)
Really loved that sleeve but too bad out of stock. Went to hunt their Taobao official store and saw the same sleeve with different colour option. Insta-buy tongue.gif

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Yes I went for grey color super nice and cheaper imo

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