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Re: New Mac Pro Tech Specs

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Post by flattone »

saagarjha wrote: post #21
1123581321 wrote: post #12

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There are already two other pages about the Mac Pro (linked at the bottom) with the more luxurious consumer feel to them. I think the functional look of the flat art is totally appropriate for such a text-heavy page—and the illustrations still animate seamlessly as the user scrolls.

> and the illustrations still animate seamlessly as the user scrolls Not on my computer if you scroll too fast :/

Similarly my computer doesn't work if I put it too close to a raging fire pit.

Re: New Mac Pro Tech Specs

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Post by wyxuan »

cwyers wrote: post #29
als0 wrote: post #8

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There are lots of stories about Apple’s difficult relationship with NVIDIA, e.g: https://appleinsider.com/articles/19/01/18/apples-management...

Honestly I feel like reading that just leaves me confused. There have been some rough spots, but it seems like it's much less contentious than the relationship between Apple and Samsung, and Samsung still makes iPhone displays.

Thats because Samsung owns the IP and the expertise to make OLED displays which no one else makes. Its not a choice.

Re: New Mac Pro Tech Specs

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Post by mbroncano »

thrower123 wrote: post #27
jsgo wrote: post #11

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Looks like the aim is that you’d use Bluetooth for those. I know that isn’t what everyone wants and there is that option for corded, but the mindset seems to be for wireless. I’m not sure how many ports are needed, though I’m sure more couldn’t hurt. This seems less about expansion externally than doing so internally. My MBP with 4 USB-C ports has one that is power + hub (HengeDock Stone) with one of the USB-A ports…

That would be fine if Bluetooth worked... I swear, the old IR wireless keyboards and mice were more reliable.

I’ve been using exclusively BT keyboards and mice for 10+ years ... what’s exactly wrong with them?

Re: New Mac Pro Tech Specs

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Post by jaequery »

The biggest new feature im looking for is the removal of the touchbar.

Until then, I’m going to just buy upgraded but used 2012-2013 macbook pros.

It’s one of those sounds good on paper but useless in real life. Not only that, it’s a hindrance for coders like me who need to be able to hit the escape button and other top buttons quickly with force feedback.

Re: New Mac Pro Tech Specs

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Post by benburleson »

joshgachnang wrote: post #13
baroffoos wrote: post #7

The only shocking things here are the lack of ports. Only 2 usb A and 2 usb c ports. Its basically required to use a usb hub on this device since once you plug in a proper mouse and keyboard you only have the usb c ports left

I don't think they're expecting you to plug in a "proper" keyboard and mouse since it comes with a Bluetooth keyboard and mouse. Plus it appears you get another 2 Thunderbolt 3 ports on the front as well.

Which is insane.. do people really use the wireless capability of their keyboard or mouse? Especially when you can't use your freaking mouse when it's charging? Serious insanity.

Edit to add: of course I know people use those keyboards... I meant are people actually moving with them in ways that makes the wireless capability useful? Do most users not stay in a pretty close proximity the whole time?

Re: New Mac Pro Tech Specs

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Post by [deleted] »

baroffoos wrote: post #7

The only shocking things here are the lack of ports. Only 2 usb A and 2 usb c ports. Its basically required to use a usb hub on this device since once you plug in a proper mouse and keyboard you only have the usb c ports left

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Re: New Mac Pro Tech Specs

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Post by bradly »

jaequery wrote: post #35

The biggest new feature im looking for is the removal of the touchbar. Until then, I’m going to just buy upgraded but used 2012-2013 macbook pros. It’s one of those sounds good on paper but useless in real life. Not only that, it’s a hindrance for coders like me who need to be able to hit the escape button and other top buttons quickly with force feedback.

There is no touchbar included with new Mac Pro.
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