Mac Mini (M1, 2020) One Month Later Review!

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When Apple released the new M1 Mac mini one month ago, I said it was the only Mac desktop that you should consider buying. Well, after one month of use, is that still the case, and are there any long term issues that you should know about know that the computer has been available for more than a month?
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@GregsGadgets 3 жыл бұрын

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@jacquesdemers1998 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for that video. Can I ask you what cable you are using from your monitor to the Mac Mini? I have a Benq SW270C that has a USC-C connector but I find the cable a little bit short. Thank you

@richardsracingmad 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for getting your vids back on track for me, (clickbait titles don't work---for me), great vid thumbs up

@kl8895 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Greg, big fan of the channel! I've recently bought an M1 MacBook Pro, but the spacebar wobbles/rocks a lot when I alternatively press the top and bottom edges gently! Is this normal? Thought I'd ask since you've experience of the Magic Keyboard on both the 13" Intel and newer M1MacBookPros. (Here in London physical Apple stores are shut again due to Lockdown so no way for me to go in and physically check this, hence would be most grateful for your kind advice). Many thanks 🙏🏽

@soul-the_argonaut5211 3 жыл бұрын

@@kl8895 it's not built to be durable... as amazingly "Apple" as it is.y moms replaced 2 of them then stopped using Mac for work, and she's not a destructive person.

@soul-the_argonaut5211 3 жыл бұрын

@GregsGadgets don't ever talk about Apple devices and music production software... super fucking SHITTY. Almost lost my job and a list of projects...

@impatrickt 3 жыл бұрын

gonna start bringing the Mac mini to Starbucks with a BENQ in 2021.

@GregsGadgets 3 жыл бұрын

Do it for the gram.

@joshrotenberg5872 3 жыл бұрын

Don’t forget to order a single espresso and choose the biggest, best table for your 7 hour 53 minute stay.

@Ded-Ede 3 жыл бұрын

Go for the goal. Also Take a child, baby stroller and dog as your third human… and you win it all! Lol

@JasMusical 3 жыл бұрын

You missed covid20 with you bud xD

@4you700 3 жыл бұрын

Lol love this

3 жыл бұрын

You are not the only person moving the Mini frequently. I work in two different cities, 2 days in one and the rest of the week in another - round 200 miles apart. In both offices I have a full setup of screens, keyboards an mice and only transport the computer with me. Works like a charm.

@drspinz9753 3 жыл бұрын

Why not just use macbook

@GMoney-B 3 жыл бұрын

@@drspinz9753 I don’t know exactly, but I can definitely tell you it’s night and day difference for price and value.

@JohnJB-et1cw 3 жыл бұрын

I only have trouble finding a monitor in the train, so I guess I won't sell my laptop yet :-)

@treasurewuji8740 2 жыл бұрын

@@drspinz9753 Multiple screens set up, cheaper for the same amount of hardware, and the price difference is more than enough for two very luxurious multiple screens set up.

@gabakusa 3 жыл бұрын

7:50 skip AD

@natesh8677 3 жыл бұрын

thx

@wattleproductions8026 3 жыл бұрын

thx

@absentcassie 3 жыл бұрын

thx

@Mit_yourfriend 3 жыл бұрын

Had my Mac mini m1 with 16GB and 512GB ssd. Using it with my LG 5k UltraFine since late November and it’s been a joy to use. Was thinking of changing to the 2TB version but I think I’ve hit the sweet spot with the spec. Is highly recommend this machine. It runs so smoothly and is a joy to use for general office apps. I’ve only done a bit of photo / video editing and I’m yet to hear the fan. I agree on the 16GB if you plan to do intensive tasks or plan to keep the machine for a long time. Otherwise for basic work I’m sure the 8GB is fine.

@jpesicka999 Жыл бұрын

I'm getting the same one but im waiting for M2 Mac Mini release so I can get an Apple Refurbished M1 For cheaper.

@maxgaetz7432 3 жыл бұрын

It's pretty badass how easy it is to take the MINI to a hotel or anywhere other than home where I will have access to a TV.. With it being able to boot up so fast, it's also nice to be able to move it from my office to any other room in the house if I decide to. When school starts up again, ill have it back to running on 2-3 screens where it works perfectly for me. I love mine

@markshirley01 3 жыл бұрын

Exciting stuff, a lot of technology is coming together at the moment. For instance Im about to buy a Nikon Z camera that now supports Blackmagic RAW so I could use it in FCP on a M1 Mac Mini.

@PHUKU 3 жыл бұрын

BRAW doesn’t work on FCP

@discerningacumen 3 жыл бұрын

The funny thing I'm doing with M1 Mac mini is that I'm using it as a portable computer, replacing my intel Macbook pro.

@GregsGadgets 3 жыл бұрын

See? And I thought i was a little crazy doing this 😂

@cuongtrankyquoc446 3 жыл бұрын

finally I have found someone who does this, I am considering buying this as my portable computer between home and workplace

@TianaCoats 3 жыл бұрын

I do this too! I have a setup for my office and home.

@poiiihy 3 жыл бұрын

i was thinking of doing the same, instead of waiting for 16" macbook pro. just leave separate keyboards, monitors and mice wherever you need and bring the mac mini with you between them. and if like a keyboard goes bad, just buy a new one at walmart lol. if the keyboard or something goes bad in your macbook well then you're fucked. it's a bitch to replace. and the mini is so much cheaper.

@poiiihy 3 жыл бұрын

@Luke Schneider power supply is built in bro

@bemacbe 3 жыл бұрын

Good job Greg. It was kind of surprising to not witness you put yourself down, like you normally do. I liked this new approach in your show! Will it stick though? Hmm... Take care.

@DanLaFollette 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for confirming to me that I made a good choice opting for the 16GB version for 4K video editing. Now if it would just show up :)

@Kanastamasta2002 3 жыл бұрын

Ive been looking into buying one and I think this is finally what pushes me to buy it

@rayunutoa6125 3 жыл бұрын

This was extremely helpful thank you!🙏🏽

@lanceaugust 3 жыл бұрын

Bluetooth connectivity problems occur with other Apple desktops. I recently bought a Mac desktop all in one form factor and I now keep a usb connected keyboard plugged in because I occasionally experienced the bluetooth keyboard and mouse would stop working for no apparent reason. This is rare but it does happen.

@michaelk.1627 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this clear and normal review. Finally a review with real life test comparison (video editing in seconds ) instead of stupid benchmark score and terms that mean nothing.

@PyreFrog 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Greg. I've seen a couple of reviews of the M1, and they all say that it's great for video editing. However, I am curious about how the M1 handles After Effects. I do video editing and motion graphics using Premiere Pro and After Effects, and often work with both programs simultaneously. My current computer has a hard time doing the job, especially in After Effects, so would you recommend that I get the M1?

@rodneydangerfield7153 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks the helpful video, Greg!...Enjoying my m1 Mac mini connected to the Apple Pro Display XDR WITHOUT the need of any eGPU!

@FrontierScientists 3 жыл бұрын

thanks Greg! What editing software do you use? Does the software work on new system for broadcast TV standards? or just for youtube and internet?And what video editing software have you used in past? Sorry for so many questions but I need to move to a new system, I have a lot of content to get out and my past editor has been AVID.

@MarieKeeghann 3 жыл бұрын

As a writer I completely agree on the mobility of this mini. I think the great value in this is that I can take this to my summer home, or my base location, and just about anywhere that I have or don’t have a video set up for that matter. It’s versatility is amazing and to keep my writing secure is number one. By being able to take this Mac mini with me I am keeping it secure and I am able to work on my projects seamlessly.

@CarlosArturoVelarde 3 жыл бұрын

Considering most hotels now have 4K TVs in every room, you could travel with the mini/keyboard/mouse and use those TVs as a screen, which makes it as portable as a laptop. A laptop with a 40+ inch display 😁

@FromtheeyesofShaun 3 жыл бұрын

I just got mines and thought to do this and I loveeeeee it! It's absolutely amazing and works extremely fast on almost everything

@JohnJB-et1cw 3 жыл бұрын

Just still waiting for screens in trains and planes, are you?

@louietheswan9689 3 жыл бұрын

@@jessiethijs3230 same here. Maybe I dont go to the right hotels.

@rxonmymind8362 3 жыл бұрын

@@jessiethijs3230 My hotel is 90 years old so...😁

@derTommy 3 жыл бұрын

You can do this with a phone, a tablet, a laptop. Why in the world would you do this with a Mac Mini instead?

@ZEPPELIN198 3 жыл бұрын

I'm usually not intrigued or impressed by Apple products, but this has my attention.

@Flocksta 3 жыл бұрын

same... just sold my surface waiting for funds for this.

@aaronvideo 3 жыл бұрын

Honestly where I'm at - I want save up to buy 2. One in my backpack and one at home.

@patrowan7206 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this helpful video. Can I use my late 2009 iMac 27” display with the M1 Mac Mini. (You previously told someone it would work with their 2011 iMac.) The thought of losing that beautiful 27" display is killing me, and it appears that a comparable new one costs as almost as much as the Mini itself. Will my old iMac keyboard and Magic Mouse work with it?

@Angelus981 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks to you Greg, I shall buy a Mac mini. Keep up the excellent work you are doing. 🙌🏼

@ninazielenski7453 3 жыл бұрын

I am eager to learn more about Apple products. Your great speech, is clear for me to listen too and understand. Great hints

@robfj3414 3 жыл бұрын

I've had my M1 Mini set up for a few weeks now and am really liking the change. I went for 16gig and 1 TB SSD for a bit of (hopefully) futureproofing. My only complaint is that some 3rd party software is not yet up to speed for working with the M1 chip; my camera equipment in particular. Yikes! This is something that is being addressed from what I've been told and, in the meantime, I still have an Intel Macbook Pro as an intermediary till the software issues are addressed.

@louisanthony266 3 жыл бұрын

great vid! This information makes me happy. I'm trying to make a decision between a max spec Mac mini or an iMac. I'm primarily working with logic pro and adobe premier pro. I get the idea that the mini is powerful enough the handful both with little issue. I already use a base 2016 MacBook Pro 13in. Gets the job done, but the 4k editing is a nightmare. The Mac mini is looking pretty attractive for the price.

@jcast2833 3 жыл бұрын

Love your desk vertical light! What brand is it?

@Encourageable 3 жыл бұрын

Sylvania. You can get it at Lowe’s or Home Depot. Look in the garage lighting section.

@lyesbeyoud 3 жыл бұрын

Does it work well with 3D softwares like blender or 3ds max?

@SandraMunoz-cr2ei 3 жыл бұрын

This is very helpful as I’m looking into the Mac mini and what best fits for my needs. Thanks!

@connorgriffiths2867 3 жыл бұрын

Great vid! Bit random, but where did you get that light bar from?

@AngelRMota 3 жыл бұрын

Can I use the iPad as a trackpad? Or the iPad's trackpad if it's in mac mode?

@kondemoore2282 3 жыл бұрын

So if all I'll do with the Mac is web browsing, Lightroom and Photoshop editing with 180MB Tiff or PSD photos (from a Nikon D800 uncompressed RAW) you do recommend this Mac Mini?

@EspenJohan 3 жыл бұрын

Great video, to you think I can use the Mac mini with Davinci Resolve. Im a pc user. Never tried Apple products before. I only shot in 4K, just for KZfaq. And I wanna try final cut pro. Happy new year🎉from Norway🇧🇻

@JMCretella 3 жыл бұрын

Will it plug into a dell docking station? Will the usb c cable also provide power in lieu of using the Apple Mac mini power cord?

@CRYPTiCEXiLE 3 жыл бұрын

i use magic keyboard and mouse 2 with my mac mini 2012 and works perfect with big sur, i'm quite sure my apple hardware devices will work good with my mac mini m1 base modeil that coming to me soon can't wait to use it :)

@bryancoombesart 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for outlining your experience re the 8GB vs 16GB upgrade. Great Vid

@nandesu 3 жыл бұрын

How well does it handle streaming?

@DDuMas 3 жыл бұрын

Really want this. The Intel Mac Mini's can't really be pushed because of their heat issues.

@yannisgk 3 жыл бұрын

nice decision...i have one!!! :)

@mikebowerstv 3 жыл бұрын

Would this connect to my dell Docking station using the c-usb?

@kenkabob3082 3 жыл бұрын

I absolutely love my M1 Mac mini. It is so powerful, quiet, and I'm a huge Mac fan. I have never been a fan of Intel chips and am so glad that Apple made the leap to develop their own silicon and it's way beyond any expectation I had on it. The Mac mini is the fastest of the M1 powered Mac's and is such a versatile desktop. I have been having the problem that other people have been having with some screen artifacting but only on the login page the first time I login after booting the Mac, Apple has said they are aware of the issue and are working on a fix that should come the next update. Besides that I absolutely love this Mac and it is the most powerful computer I've ever owned processor wise that I got the base model off Amazon for 669 dollars.

@whingerty2949 2 жыл бұрын

I wonder how long you have been a Mac user.

@seanriley6911 3 жыл бұрын

Good video Greg, I have been contemplating a Mac Mini for a couple of months or a new MacBook Air, I’m now leaning towards the Mac mini. Reasons of my own & also your portrayal are really helping me, will probably go for the 16gb model.🙏

@MyThailander 3 жыл бұрын

How about the audio output? Is it loud and clear enough from the Mac mini directly, or need speakers?

@jeremypenn1 2 жыл бұрын

You will want headphones or speakers.

@johnnozzi-photovideo6543 3 жыл бұрын

What light is that on your desk? The tube light.

@mahtabhasan8513 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the Mini overview I am planning to get it instead of very expensive M1 chip Mac Pro. My question: can we emulate iOS on ipad same as Mini or connectivity to Mini/ipad? or just screen sharing?

@MrVeeBlog 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you. I have the M1 Air and I plan to replace my Intel PC with the Mac Mini M1. I don't see how I can't.

@popaname 3 жыл бұрын

I really didn't think portability and compactness were going to be a huge factor for a desktop, but as a college student, I am constantly moving back and forth between school and home for extended amounts of time. Every time I would have to carry a huge, heavy tower up and down the stairs and then transport it across the state hopeing that the GPU and fans wouldn't spontaneously fall out. Now I just take Mac Mini and put it in my bag and never have to worry about all that heavy lifting.

@charlesnetzler2262 3 жыл бұрын

Can I use sidecar to edit photos and videos, but using the iPad interface or my old MBP? Like If i buy a mac mini without a keyboard, mouse and screen? I saw that you were doing that in the video but wasn't 100% sure if it can be used to do more intensive work?

@simianinc 3 жыл бұрын

Bluetooth continually drops between my MX Master 3 mousse and my 3 month old iMac too. I don’t think the problem is M1 specific

@docfink 3 жыл бұрын

My trackpad is in close proximity to my Mac mini, but it also has trouble connecting, especially at startup. Hopefully it's only a firmware update to fix it.

@_J2C 3 жыл бұрын

I’m glad I held off on buying this. My iPad Pro 2018 is still holding up pretty well

@beeamadeusfox 3 жыл бұрын

Great little video Greg. I still need to drill down into the feasibility of music recording application,( specifically UA Apollo & Luna UI). Once the early stability and support issues of UA are adequately addressed with regard to the M1 then I can move forward with confidence. Looks like a great machine and once I understand it's architecture and processing power then I will decide how to spend my carefully hoarded Conch shells!

@wyattkunevicius8142 2 жыл бұрын

Did you ever figure this out? Im currently wondering the same thing and if it’s worth it.

@GThenameisleo 11 ай бұрын

wondering this too

@Jazzbeau 3 жыл бұрын

I have two new (2019) MacPros and am also experiencing Bluetooth falloff with both MagicMouse (Mice?) 2s that came with the machines.

@iambengraham 3 жыл бұрын

I have the m1 Mac mini and I bring it to university and back home regularly. I bought a hard case for the journey

@main.regotube 3 жыл бұрын

How’d you bring the monitor?

@iambengraham 3 жыл бұрын

@@main.regotube I have 2, one at home and one at uni

@BonaDeum 3 жыл бұрын

@BenGraham Nice! And you always have an outlet available?

@richardsracingmad 3 жыл бұрын

@@BonaDeum he uses MagSafe, turns his iphone into a monitor

@iambengraham 3 жыл бұрын

@@BonaDeum yeah I do, I use mostly thunderbolt for all my devices so its 2 wires and im set up for working

@Ace0555 3 жыл бұрын

I’m really digging the Mac mini. I mean anywhere you go nowadays almost everyone has a screen or a monitor. This is a great versatile equipment. And I’m impressed with the m1 chips. Definitely this will be my next Apple purchase.

@sreejithmohanv85 3 жыл бұрын

I see u have stereo HomePod mini setup but Mac mini can only use one of them at a time right? Also noted lag in video chat

@DJJ00X 3 жыл бұрын

I'm thinking about upgrading fromvmy 2015 mini to this Mac mini. This video helped me understand the differences. Hope it lives to my expectations

@wanderfulbyaki9686 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the detailed review.

@TheWuffball 3 жыл бұрын

I love the mini's design, even tho it looks exactly like my 2011 model lol

@JamesClark1991 3 жыл бұрын

+1 if it's not broken don't fix it.

@marcpena3197 3 жыл бұрын

That’s what Apple does best. Timeless designs

@mozzanth 3 жыл бұрын

I'm a windows user and I agree, the older macs were the best imo, unfortunately I wasn't aware of that at the time. Keep your current mac :)

@ComputerMD82 3 жыл бұрын

I count this as a huge plus, I don't have to purchase a new wall mount or monitor mount.

@jackattack9696 3 жыл бұрын

Is it good? Can you play Minecraft in it

@neillowes3983 3 жыл бұрын

Great video - please share info on what’s a good Monitor for the M1 Mac mini.....

@yannisgk 3 жыл бұрын

look at "rnerissa" ' s setup.

@anthonytaylor4720 3 жыл бұрын

OMG; THE HEADPHONE VOLUME ALERTS ARE SO ANNOYING... ANYONE KNOW HOW TO STOP IT FROM POPPING UP?

@barivitolo6273 3 жыл бұрын

Question? I have the Mini M1 hooked up to a LG Ultra Wide Monitor. Curved 38W95C 38inch. Do you have suggestions on how I should set up the Mini and the Monitor. Presently I had to return the Mini because it did not wake up. Major bluetooth issues. Waiting for a new one. Any advice will be appreciated. I am a novice.

@MrWiglzzz 3 жыл бұрын

@GregsGadgets - Can you hook up multiple displays to the mini?

@patriciabellini4041 3 жыл бұрын

I have 2 monitors hooked up to mine. So, yes!

@stryder99 3 жыл бұрын

I apparently picked the right time to buy my first Mac for developing iOS apps. Very suprised to get a new system for $700, given Apple's rep for expensive products. This desktop has been good so far although two weeks in, I needed to reinstall the OS. For some reason, the system started hanging up. Fortunately, the reinstall was a breeze.

@homebaseincome101 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video. Does the mini MAC offer Quick-Time to screen record? And, does the mini allow Software updates? My MAC desktop is 9 years old. It still tells me when updates are needed. Thank you very much. My mom and I both want to buy a mini AND will buy the 16GB.

@arielrommelbriones8948 3 жыл бұрын

Great review l just have one question is there a tablet os just like windows 10 you can use it as tablet and desktop if you want because if you want to watch tv shows and movies on your tv it's easier to have a tablet version instead using desktop

@KurtBunch619 3 жыл бұрын

I love mine, but you have to go with the 16GB version. I had the 8GB version and it lagged on heavy stuff like Lightroom.

@blakephillips4007 3 жыл бұрын

Very comprehensive. Thank you :)

@robertfapswell3719 3 жыл бұрын

Can they resolve the Bluetooth issues with the future updates?

@MuppetChops 3 жыл бұрын

I have an Apple photos library with 70k photos in it. My MBP 2016 struggles with it. How does this perform in Apple photos? Could it handle a super large photo library.

@DerpInTheWoods 3 жыл бұрын

I have around 50k of mostly RAW photos, and the M1 Air handles it fine.

@cekuhnen 3 жыл бұрын

Hey what external SSD adapter do you use ?

@222Miller 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this review. What an absolute beast you are. Thanks my friend you just saved me so much money and broke things down in the best possible way. This video is an example why I still use KZfaq. BTW buy Theta . You helped me I'll help you . Just subbed

@huskypup3489 3 жыл бұрын

Good review. I picked one of these up yesterday, with the 5K LG display. I would have thought he'd have upgraded to 16GB knowing he was going to edit video on the machine.

@RapBoy699 3 жыл бұрын

How is working ??

@raudelenrique 3 жыл бұрын

Wait, my trackpad doesn’t work while using sidecar, am I doing something wrong? 04:02 The trackpad keeps being the iPads mouse and not sidecar’s mouse

@vernearase3044 3 жыл бұрын

I notice the same thing on my Elcom Trackball connected via dongle to my 2020 iMac 5K, so this may be a tracking problem in the mouse or HID stack and not necessarily a Bluetooth issue. Of course you should upgrade memory and SSD if you're planning to do heavy work with it ... nothing beats memory, and for those times you will be swapping to disk, you only have a limited number of spare frames on that SSD - and the bigger the SSD, the more spare frames. Remember that SSDs only have a limited number of writes, and you can use 'em up right quick with things like swap or demand paging - so no matter whether it seems like you can use the fast SSDs as a substitute for memory, you're toasting the SSD much faster than if you were using it for pure user data.

@swishy4mbg 3 жыл бұрын

Can I connect this to an iMac that has a bad HD? Basically use iMac as a monitor?

@robweaver9953 3 жыл бұрын

Interesting--I found that Bluetooth could be an issue on older Mini and iMac, too. As for 8GB being marginal for 4K video editing, my gen 2 iPad Pro with LumaFusion handles it with ease. Can hardly wait to see the next iteration iPad Pro.

@theshift3607 3 жыл бұрын

I’ve done a lot of research and I’m wondering should I go 256 with a external or 512?

@TheWoodHaven 3 жыл бұрын

My bluetooth magic pad works flawlessly on my M1, but my dongle mouse is spotty and erattic. Any suggestions?

@leecharlesmusic 3 жыл бұрын

How does it cope with streaming?

@mickeyhalo745 3 жыл бұрын

Currently using 13" MBP 2018 Touchbar 256GB with 8GB Ram... planning to sell it, so I can switch over to the new M1 MBA. Is it recommended to do so? Or should I hang on to my current laptop (what I would get from selling would most likely be significantly lower next year) and wait for the M2 to come out?

@ToTheWind 3 жыл бұрын

Greg, do you think the Bluetooth is a real issue? I've just ordered a Mini with Apple's own Magic Trackpad 2 and Magic Keyboard. I'm a little worried. Do you think this can be fixed with a software update? I've heard others haven't had this problem. Any advice helpful.

@TheOmnipresent12 3 жыл бұрын

So how are you going with that Jason...?

@yannisgk 3 жыл бұрын

concerning your first note at the start of the video, the m1 is a portable apu finally!!! ;)

@Ded-Ede 3 жыл бұрын

You briefly mentioned my Mac mini + iPad Pro dream setup… to use a Mac mini via my iPad Pro over WiFi with SideCar mirroring enable I guess. But the main challenges to get this done straight out the box or using and very old MacBook Pro to set up my Mac mini, transfer all my data then SideCar from the Mac mini to iPad Pro, and go from there. I use my desktop/ laptop very seldom these days since I got my iPad Pro over a year ago, so it would be nice to do some light computing on my Mac from my sofa or bed, and use the Mac mini of the headless Mac. Can you do a demo or tutorial on something like that… m1 Mac mini out the box, don’t connect a monitor or keyboard and go straight to SideCar or maybe Luna Display. I’d much prefer an out the box solution. Is this even possible???

@zappa1710 3 жыл бұрын

Exactly my question too!

@kevenkodituwakku7563 3 жыл бұрын

Can we overcome the video editing lag on 8GB ram by using proxies when editing 4K in Premiere Pro 🤔

@sinistr3ll0 3 жыл бұрын

which monitor are you using? I really like it! 😊

@Silva-eu6ci 3 жыл бұрын

Its def a apple monitor, idk if its the apple monitor xdr

@MrDabango 3 жыл бұрын

Take away the ease of use of a remote control interface, Can the mac.mini be used as an apple tv or should one get an apple tv seperately?

@CULLABSTUDIOS 3 жыл бұрын

Mine has an orange light and won’t start up at all. Tried calling apple and they couldn’t do anything about it. Anyone know how to fix this?

@roguewavecreative 3 жыл бұрын

I bought a MBA base with 16gb memory. Im a graphic designer that does video editing. We do a lot of brand identity. We recently told Adobe to bye bye and srarted using Affinity whIch is maxed for M1. I have it hooked up to an LG when not using it by itself. The speed and smoothness is amazing. I traded in my 2017 mbp base with 16gb of ram which basically was an even trade. That MBP beach balled alot. This MBA has been so easy and smooth. If I would have ever been told I would be using a mba to run a creative biz I would have laughed. Im looking forward to the new imac with silicon and then I will be set.

@jackgerberuae 3 жыл бұрын

Why did you retire Adobe, and which package did you use?

@roguewavecreative 3 жыл бұрын

@@jackgerberuae because I was tired of the monthly sub and that software is so bloated. I had the entire cc but really only used photoshop / Illustrator and Indesign. Most of the apps in Abobe’s suite you hardly ever use anyways. Davince Resolve is amazing for video editing so premiere pro is not even needed.

@jackgerberuae 3 жыл бұрын

@@roguewavecreative ok, thanks. The monthly sub is also my pet peeve. I am having a look at their app for iPad, so will give that a test drive. 👍

@roguewavecreative 3 жыл бұрын

@@jackgerberuae the ipad apps for designer and photo by Affinity are light years ahead of adobe. In fact some people have said you can not really tell the difference between the desktop and ipad. That is not true at all with Adobe.

@RickLaw101 3 жыл бұрын

What display should I get for it?

@PTSOPHOTO 3 жыл бұрын

For the Bluetooth issue, would it be solved with some sort of Bluetooth dongle?

@andys6692 3 жыл бұрын

My 2018 Mac Mini also has flaky bluetooth. I think it’s a Mac Mini antenna design and/or chipset issue

@chitownD 3 жыл бұрын

Greg, did you say you’re able to power the mini through your monitor? Or do you still need the power adapter? Also, does sidecar work the same as on the MacBooks? Thanks!

@aidanm5194 3 жыл бұрын

You still need separate power. Sidecar is the same and awesome.

@chitownD 3 жыл бұрын

@@aidanm5194 thanks! Looking forward to using sidecar!

@zappa1710 3 жыл бұрын

Is it possible to startup with only your iPad using sidecar? So in effect you have a portable that needs power?

@hvailjr 3 жыл бұрын

I have a Mac Mini M1. I ordered it with 16Gb of memory and don't regret it for a minute. FCP works great! I wish I had ordered a 1TB drive. I seem to have a lot of issues with Bluetooth and my mouse. It seems to flutter all over the place. The mouse is old but my keyboard is new so I ordered a new mouse. I am looking for a 1TB SSD that I can store FCP files on. Any recommendations?

@simon.0898 Жыл бұрын

How about now still good? I want buy 1 second hand but very scared

@UnculturedRobots 3 жыл бұрын

Ugh Should I replace my full geared 16’ 2019 MacBook Pro yet in recycle they’re offering 1680 store credit (that’s less than half😡). I deal with video editing, 3D software, and of course all of adobe and apple logic. Is it worth it?

@abroadscape2204 3 жыл бұрын

Yo bro ! thx for putting this out ! I've got a question though. I am a young director myself and kinda travel often. I am planning to grab the 16gb mac mini M1 as my laptop ... Soooo, i need a display. I already got the mouse and keyboard. What tablet should I get ? Is it only compatible with apple products or can I use a cheaper android tablet ? The only 13" ipad are as expensive as the computer itself so do you know how i could save some money and still get the job done ?

@inknpaintCW 3 жыл бұрын

Same issue with a brand new Magic Mouse 2...so even with apples own Bluetooth products...magic keyboard has had zero problems. Tried the 16GB and the 8GB model with multi-layered video composite shots. Zero difference in playback and rendering in 1080 and 4K. Best of luck y’all

@arpeggioyoga 3 жыл бұрын

Greg - Are you just using a 256GB built in SSD and relying on externals for everything else other than programs?

@filmsbykelly 3 жыл бұрын

I ordered a new M1 Mac mini and used it for about 1 week. The bluetooth issues were so bad it was basically unusable and I decided to return it to Apple. The only way I could use my magic keyboard and mouse was to connect them with a lightning cable. However, I will say, the performance was absolutely awesome on the M1 Mac Mini. My main apps/programs are lightroom and photoshop and the M1 Mac mini was many times faster than my 16 inch Intel MacBook Pro. I'll probably try the M1 Mac Mini again in a few months after Apple resolves the bluetooth issues.

@YUEHCHEN 3 жыл бұрын

I am going to buy a mini mac but I have to forget it now. Thanks a lot.

@alsoulmusic 3 жыл бұрын

I have the 2018 Mac mini and I can attest to the Bluetooth issues. I also have the Logitech MX Master keyboard and mouse. I noticed that the mouse had issues on a pc also when using Bluetooth. I use the usb receiver on all of the devices I use the mouse on and that seems to resolve any issue I have with it.