Electronics

[Lilysmom]

@Allegheny, happy Halloween!

We had a pretty good wind here Thursday and Friday so a we lost some leaves but still many to go.  I am looking into my backyard and see birch, Japanese maple, maple and ALWAYS the oak leaves.  I hate the oak leaves cleanup.  I swear some are still on the tree in March.  They never breakdown😨!  Their saving grace is their beauty in spring and summer.  We have old oaks, big towering draping trees.  

The gardens are all cut down now.  Only the leaves clean up left.

Good luck with your computer search.  I know it's a slow process as you have to educate yourself all over again.  LM

[Cha1k]

@Allegheny

I find it easier to maneuver around the Mac if the hard drive is displayed on the desktop.  To do this follow the instructions in this article:

http://www.solveyourtech.com/show-hard-drive-desktop-os-x-mavericks/

All of your apps should be located in the Appliation folder on your dard drive, even after you have downloaded new ones.

Double click the hard drive icon in the upper right of your desktop > open the Applications folder > Click and hold on the icon you want to move and drag it, while holding, to your desktop.

Hope this helps -- and if you have any other questions several of us use Macs and would be glad to help.

[Jordan2]

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@Moonchilde wrote:

IMO, an all-in-one, a laptop or a component system should have similar specs. What *form* the specs take is individual preference between the three.

A minimum of 6GB of RAM (8 is better if you plan to keep 4-5 years) and 750GB hard drive (1TB is better for videos, lots of photos). I would recommend an Intel processor over AMD, an i5 or better, i7. Screen size is your preference, but 23" seems to be common for AIO.

Something to keep in mind is that if one component goes bad in an AIO you pretty much need to trash the whole thing.

There are comparable Apple products that people are recommending, but they will of course cost a lot more $$ than for a comparable PC.

ETA that the common trick the shopping channels pull is to give you great RAM and HD size for a great price - with an old, outdated, slooowww AMD processor. Don't do it.

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Thanks for the information. plain and simple. It's nice when someone can give you info without making those of us who aren't as computer literate as others feel bad.

[Moonchilde]

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@JAXS Mom wrote:

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@Allegheny wrote:

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@Moonchilde wrote:

IMO, an all-in-one, a laptop or a component system should have similar specs. What *form* the specs take is individual preference between the three.

A minimum of 6GB of RAM (8 is better if you plan to keep 4-5 years) and 750GB hard drive (1TB is better for videos, lots of photos). I would recommend an Intel processor over AMD, an i5 or better, i7. Screen size is your preference, but 23" seems to be common for AIO.

Something to keep in mind is that if one component goes bad in an AIO you pretty much need to trash the whole thing.

There are comparable Apple products that people are recommending, but they will of course cost a lot more $$ than for a comparable PC.

ETA that the common trick the shopping channels pull is to give you great RAM and HD size for a great price - with an old, outdated, slooowww AMD processor. Don't do it.

Thanks for the information, it was very helpful since I haven't purchased in a while.  Cost isn't a concern for me (ie. pc vs Apple), my husband just doesn't care for Macs and I struggle.  And rest assured we would never consider buying from one of the shopping channels.

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No you don't need to trash an AIO just because one componant goes bad, parts can be replaced. I replaced my display this year. 

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It is true that you don't always HAVE to, but cost effectiveness, especially several years post-purchase, is usually the most practical solution. It CAN be done, but is it worth the $$? I would think most often not.

[Mz iMac]

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@glb613 wrote:

There is absolutely no reason why you can't use a Macbook pro on your lap.  It vents throught the keyboard and a row at the top of the keyboard.  So, having it on your lap will not make it run hot because the vents are blocked. 

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@glb613

According to Apple, that is not true.

From KB Article:  https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201640

"Set up your notebook on a stable work surface that allows for adequate air circulation under and around the computer. Do not operate your notebook on a pillow or other soft material, as the material can block the airflow vents. Never place anything over the keyboard when operating the computer. Never push objects into the ventilation openings."

"The bottom of your Mac notebook may become very warm during normal use. If your notebook is on your lap and gets uncomfortably warm, move it to a stable work surface that allows for good ventilation."

The above is also mentioned in the user manuals

[glb613]

Millions of people, including me, use their Macbook notebooks/laptops on their laps.  I've been doing it for years and not a single problem.  I will also continue to do it for many years to come.  I would suggest you use it on a cooling pad so the vents aren't blocked. 

As far as not buying AIO computers because you can't replace bad hardware or not being able to fix it, forget that forget that advice.  They aren't any different than a notebook/laptop.  I never read don't buy that type of computer because they aren't fixable. 

[Beth-QVC]

@Allegheny

If you want someplace to start looking for an all in one, you could go to QVC.com and type in "all in one computers" in the search bar. This will bring up a selection that we offer, some Dell some HP to compare. Some also have touch screens. Also while there are the AMD processors that you have been warned against, there are other processors available. Before someone accuses me of the 'hard sell' this is just an FYI and a place to START your search.

Beth 

Customer Care

[Allegheny]

Well friends off topic but,  I am about ready to toss this MacBook Pro out the window. It is acting so absolutely bizarre.

Started out with a wayward cursor that decides to jump around when typing and attaching itself to other words.

Then, pages just started opening and moving back and forth across the screen. Not webpages, but Safari, System Preferences, Open Office, App Store, Mail, etc. Like the darn thing was having a panic attack.

DH and I were doing some reading and Apple Support indicated it might be a bulging battery. So we got the back off and went to remove the battery, but kindly Apple used an itty bitty screw with a trilobe head.

Now honestly, who has one of these types of screwdrivers just lying around. So I did an Apple Hardware check twice and every thing checked out fine.  I'm still having issues typing, but everything else seems to have corrected for now.

I switched to a remote mouse and am avoiding the touchpad because it seems to start acting up when I use the touchpad.

And as I insist to my DH, I have not changed, downloaded, uploaded, or did anything to create this issue, and MacKeeper installed for protection. Looks like a trip to an Apple Store is in my near future.  Yuck, that's at least an hour trip one way.

[Mz iMac]

@Allegheny

Regarding your cursor, see KB Article:  https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT203171

"MacKeeper installed for protection"

Most Apple fan boys consider MK malware & recommend you unintall.  Here are the directions to do so...

How to uninstall MacKeeper from your Mac

"Looks like a trip to an Apple Store is in my near future.  Yuck, that's at least an hour trip one way."

APSP may be closer.  For locations in your neck of the woods....

How to find your nearest Apple Premium Service Provider (APSP)

[dooBdoo]

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@Allegheny wrote:

Well friends off topic but,  I am about ready to toss this MacBook Pro out the window. It is acting so absolutely bizarre.

Started out with a wayward cursor that decides to jump around when typing and attaching itself to other words.

Then, pages just started opening and moving back and forth across the screen. Not webpages, but Safari, System Preferences, Open Office, App Store, Mail, etc. Like the darn thing was having a panic attack.

DH and I were doing some reading and Apple Support indicated it might be a bulging battery. So we got the back off and went to remove the battery, but kindly Apple used an itty bitty screw with a trilobe head.

Now honestly, who has one of these types of screwdrivers just lying around. So I did an Apple Hardware check twice and every thing checked out fine.  I'm still having issues typing, but everything else seems to have corrected for now.

I switched to a remote mouse and am avoiding the touchpad because it seems to start acting up when I use the touchpad.

And as I insist to my DH, I have not changed, downloaded, uploaded, or did anything to create this issue, and MacKeeper installed for protection. Looks like a trip to an Apple Store is in my near future.  Yuck, that's at least an hour trip one way.

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Hi, @Allegheny!  I'm sorry you're having problems.  I agree with @Mz iMac about MacKeeper not being a good idea -- just my opinion, but it can create many more problems than it ever will solve and I'd never use it.

Have you tried starting your computer in Safe Mode and then restarting it normally?  That can clear up all sorts of problems and only takes a few minutes.

Startup in Safe Mode, then shut down and restart normally. (http://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201262)

I wish you well.  I love Apple products, but I can understand if your DH isn't willing to go that route then it's not an option.