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Before my dad brought home our first personal computer, my world revolved around my bike, Transformers, and He-Man. Life before computers was fantastic, filled with imaginative play and outdoor adventures. Although computers were prominent in the toy lines and cartoons of that era, as a child born in 1977, I never connected the dots. My experiences with the Commodore 64 (C64) were primarily centered on gaming.
I fondly remember the 1701 monitor that came with it, which served as an excellent console monitor. I later used it for my NES and other gaming systems in the late ’80s, marveling at its vibrant colors and sharp visuals. Growing up on a farm without many friends, video games became my primary source of entertainment and a means to explore new worlds. As I transitioned to other consoles like the SNES, Sega Genesis, and TurboGrafx-16, I set my C64 aside.
It wasn’t until I reached adulthood that I truly embraced computing as a hobby. The turning point came in the late ’90s, driven by my passion for gaming and the desire to replicate the arcade experience at home. During that era, computers had advanced significantly in their ability to create true 3D gaming environments that far surpassed anything available on consoles. Equipped with powerful GPUs and robust systems, PCs provided immersive and responsive first-person gaming experiences.
The rise of the internet, coupled with DIY computer building, affordable broadband options, and the burgeoning world of online gaming, made it clear why gaming served as a gateway into the world of computing for many enthusiasts like myself.
I am considering selling my old iMac and came across a company in the UK called MacBack that offers a pickup service through DPD. Given the size and weight of the iMac, this seems like a convenient option. I noticed that MacBack is offering approximately £80 more than what Apple would give me if I walked into one of their stores to trade it in. This pricing difference has me pondering whether going with MacBack is worthwhile.
Has anyone had any experience with MacBack? I would appreciate any feedback regarding their service and if you found the additional amount justified. Thanks for any insights!
If you want to set Chrome to open in incognito mode by default on your Mac, you’ll need to follow a few specific steps since Chrome does not offer this feature natively. To begin with, you may need to create a script to launch Chrome in incognito mode automatically. You can do this by utilizing the Terminal application on your Mac.
First, open the Terminal and type in the command that prompts Chrome to open directly in incognito mode. The command you’ll use is:
“/Applications/Google\ Chrome.app/Contents/MacOS/Google\ Chrome –incognito”
After entering the command, you can create an alias so that typing a simple command will launch Chrome in incognito. Simply add the following line to your shell profile script (typically .bash_profile or .zshrc depending on the shell you use):
“alias chrome=’open -a “Google Chrome” –args –incognito’”
Once you save the changes to your profile script, close and reopen your Terminal window, or source the profile script again to apply the alias.
Now, typing `chrome` in the Terminal will start Google Chrome in incognito mode. Additionally, you could create a shortcut for this Terminal command on your desktop or in your applications folder for quicker access. If you encounter any issues while following these steps, make sure that you have the correct permissions and that the command syntax is accurate.
This method should provide an effective solution to ensure that Chrome always opens in incognito mode for your email needs without retaining login sessions.
The latest model targeted at case manufacturers has sparked mixed feelings, at least for me. To be honest, I’m not impressed with the new design.
There’s a possibility that the cases could look unattractive on the phone, which adds to my reluctance. My primary interest lies in the telephoto camera, specifically the 3.5x 48 megapixel lens.
This could be a fantastic feature for capturing portraits, but I believe it needs significant improvements. For the telephoto camera to be truly effective, the sensor must be upgraded to match the quality of the main 1x camera sensor.
Additionally, I think it’s crucial to replace the current f/2.8 aperture with a larger f/2.0 ratio, which would enhance performance in low-light conditions and overall image quality. If these upgrades are implemented, I would consider upgrading to the new model.
However, without those enhancements, I might stick with my current two iPhone 16 Pro Max devices for another year. This is quite unusual for me, as I’ve typically been someone who jumps at the chance to have the latest technology.
I guess I will have to wait a few months to see if they address these issues before making my final decision. In the rapidly evolving world of smartphones, it’s essential to balance excitement for new features with the practicality of performance and usability.
I’ve had a frustrating experience with the face recognition feature in the Photos app on my iMac compared to what I see on my iPhone 16P. The iPhone does a remarkable job of linking faces to names, but the iMac’s performance leaves much to be desired.
Despite my efforts to rebuild and repair the Photos library, the situation hasn’t improved. For instance, my wife is associated with over 4,500 photos on my iPhone, yet when I open the Photos app on my iMac, I can only find two images of her.
In an attempt to assist the app in recognizing her more accurately, I tagged a few more photos yesterday, but after a full day of syncing, the issue persists. When I click on her name in the People and Pets section, it only displays the few images I have tagged manually.
Even when I try to review more photos, the app merely shows me the single image I initially started with and informs me that “there don’t appear to be any additional photos of Stacy.” This discrepancy is perplexing and frustrating, especially considering how well the iPhone works.
What am I missing here? Why is the face recognition capability so much less effective on my iMac?
I am hoping to find a solution that will allow my iMac to recognize and associate all those memories just like my phone does. Any insights or suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
I recently discovered that a few random folders on my NAS are displaying QuickTime MP4 icons instead of the usual folder icons. This has piqued my curiosity, and I’m trying to understand what may be causing this peculiarity. After examining these folders closely, I found nothing particularly distinguishing them from the other folders on the NAS. They appear to be structurally and functionally similar to the rest.
When I checked the “More Info” section through the Inspector window, it indicated a standard file icon in the “Preview” area, which only deepened my confusion about the icon display. Given that there are no apparent differences between these folders and the others, I am left wondering if there is an underlying issue or a specific setting that could explain this icon anomaly. It’s also worth considering whether it could be a quirk related to the NAS system itself. If anyone has experienced something similar or has insights into why certain folders might show incorrect icons, I would greatly appreciate your thoughts.
Understanding the functionality behind this might help in diagnosing if there’s a deeper problem at play or if it’s merely a superficial glitch that can be easily resolved.
I have a couple of 2019 Mac Pros, and I’ve been experimenting with 2400T 32GB memory modules. Interestingly, I’ve encountered mixed results; some Mac Pros accept the modules while others do not. To ensure compatibility, I made certain that the modules were identical and avoided mixing LRDIMMs with RDIMMs.
This inconsistency raises questions about possible variations in motherboard revisions. I’ve observed that Mac Pros featuring an Apple serial number printed on the motherboard tend to accept the memory modules, whereas those without the serial number do not. This leads me to wonder if there are specific revisions or changes in the motherboard design that influence whether the memory modules will work.
It’s frustrating when hardware doesn’t behave as expected, especially when the components appear to be suitable. I’m eager to understand if there are underlying factors that could be causing this disparity in compatibility among the Mac Pros. Given that the models are from the same year, it seems peculiar that there are such differences.
Could it be something as simple as a manufacturing batch variation, or is it linked to firmware updates that might affect memory compatibility? I would appreciate any insight or information on this issue, as it would greatly assist in optimizing my setup with the appropriate memory modules. Understanding the compatibility landscape for these specifications could help avoid future mishaps and streamline the customization of my Macs.
I miss the simpler times when technology seemed more reliable, and I had a better grasp on fixing issues. Currently, I’m working with my 2017 iMac, which has only 8GB of memory, along with Carbon Copy Cloner (7.0.4), connected via USB 3 to a WD Elements drive. I’m experiencing frustratingly slow transfer speeds, around 3 MB/s, while cloning my internal hard drive.
The files I’m transferring are mostly small, including images and BBEdit files. Unfortunately, the situation doesn’t improve when I attempt to clone files from one WD Elements drive to another, even though these files range in size from 150 MB to 1 GB. I understand that transfer speeds can fluctuate due to various factors, and I’m uncertain about what speeds I’ve typically achieved in the past.
My awareness of this issue peaked after one of my WD Elements drives started malfunctioning, which forced me to use Disk Utility for an erase. I now find myself in a predicament where I need to clone 5TB of files from one drive to another, with the estimated transfer time stretching into several days. Any assistance or advice would be greatly appreciated.
Thank you in advance for any help you can provide!
I have been closely monitoring the temperature of my M4 Pro Mini, focusing on both the die and the SSD, in addition to an external SSD. From my observations, a temperature of 50 degrees Celsius is not particularly alarming. During usage spikes, I have recorded temperatures reaching 66 degrees while running just a few applications.
It appears that the device prioritizes energy conservation, which includes keeping the fan running at an idle speed of around 1000 RPM until absolutely necessary. Under full load conditions, I have noted that the temperature hovers around 110 degrees, with prolonged heavy use resulting in temperatures climbing to 118 degrees, where it stabilizes. I have been utilizing large language models (LLMs) that fully engage the GPU for extended periods, and this is when I observe the temperature peak at 118 degrees.
During this time, the fans kick up to maximum speed. Additionally, while playing several 3D games at 4K and 5K resolutions, I’ve seen the device maintain a temperature close to 110 degrees, with the fans constantly operating at around 2500 RPM. My main point is that this machine operates hotter than any Mac I have previously owned, yet it is also the fastest.
My experiences with the M1 and M2 Air models showed distinctly different temperature behaviors. Before claiming that the device is running “too hot,” it’s crucial to understand the engineering specifications for maximum junction temperature (TJ Maximum), which Apple does not publicly disclose. It is also worth comparing the temperatures experienced on M4 Pros with other latest-generation silicon, which seem to run hotter than I am used to.
Unless you notice performance throttling, I would bet that your machine is functioning within normal parameters—or at least what is considered normal by Apple’s engineering standards.