hey sir, I really appreciate your help, may I know if the seller can play with battery cycle and percentage as they do with Iphones? I finally saved to buy a mac book after years of savings! the seller is saying that this device is mdm, though he has a warranty but I'm still afraid I get scammed, thanks!
@TerrysTechTips22 күн бұрын
By MDM do you mean the computer has an MDM profile on it? If so have them remove it before buying.
@tarik60722 күн бұрын
@@TerrysTechTips yeah I think so, but is it safe to remove it? or will I encounter some problems using it after removing the MDM?
@TerrysTechTips21 күн бұрын
@@tarik607The company that owned it last will have to remove their profile first before they give it to you. After that there’s two things I would check to make sure it’s fully removed. 1) Go to settings and lookup “Profiles”. It should say no profiles installed. If there is have them removed it. 2) Reset the computer and on the setup screen connect to a WiFi network. If a remote management screen comes up next after connecting to WiFi screen then it’s still MDM locked. On their end they should be using some remote management software like “jamf” and will need to login to their account and remove it remotely. After they remove the remote management software you need to reset the computer again.
@nana5583 ай бұрын
i think you meant to say “the quick brown fox jumps over the lazy dog.” this sentence has all 26 alphabets in the english language!
@tyronebollozos74995 ай бұрын
I really want to try out Mac as I have been saving for this but so far I can afford only 2nd hand. This video is a blessing and I hope I can do all this 😂😢
@surendraraut5 ай бұрын
I have recently purchased MBP Pro 16 M1 from ebay. Waiting for it to arrive and apply these steps. I believe I have done due diligence to not get scammed, but I know anything is possible on internet. Fingers crossed. Thanks for the video.
@hypno07845 ай бұрын
update?
@surendraraut5 ай бұрын
@@hypno0784 Overall, I am pleased with the model I received. It had 93 battery cycles. I had one small ding on the left side of the corner which has a slight bump. Rest of the laptop is without any major scratches. As advertised, laptop came AppleCare+ until Nov 2024. 1 yead e-bay refurbushed (AllState) also valid (only repairs, no accidential coverage). Everything is working good so far. I have only noticed one thing with auto brightness on screen but I need to test it thouroughly. Overall, I am satisfied. Price of it I believe was on a higher side but M1s do hold their values and AppleCare+ helps justifying the price premium.
@xRaul133 ай бұрын
??? Update dude
@adharshsajikumar65262 ай бұрын
How much ?
@surendraraut2 ай бұрын
Sorry guys. I paid ~1469 (befoer tax) for it. Apart from a dent in the corner of left hand palm, it turned out great. Battery cycles at 93 with 96% capacity. I have not used it to the full extent of its capacity but overall it turned out to be great. AppleCare+ is also available till end of October this year. But since everything is working fine, I have not used it. Hopefully I get an option to extend it. Let me know if you have any additional questions.
@kneadingful10 күн бұрын
you can check the cycle count under hardware in the system settings where you checked the SSD. No need to download 3rd party software.
@krishalesna226517 сағат бұрын
This is such a huge help for me. Thank you so much!! ❤
@afzalsiraj8267 ай бұрын
I didnt notice the channel was new... Didnt feel like... Keep growing bro.
@TerrysTechTips7 ай бұрын
Thank you so much!
@afzalsiraj8265 ай бұрын
@@TerrysTechTips didn't notice, I didn't subscribe.. now I did... May Allah bless you brother in your work!
@AlejandroBustos-cu6jf4 күн бұрын
the seller after looking us testing could go crazy
@Steve-bc2cl6 ай бұрын
exactly what I was looking for thanks!!
@cd4ngel6595 ай бұрын
this video is so helpful and you mentioned things to check that i had never even thought about, thank u for this!
@joshuaehoche8 күн бұрын
You are a life saver
@sadique_x_2 ай бұрын
my man taught how to check and setup a macbook before and after buying respectively
@m.muneebconnects7 ай бұрын
bro, a very detailed video. thanks!!
@TerrysTechTips7 ай бұрын
Your welcome! Glad it was helpful.
@MichaelMacaqueАй бұрын
Extremely detailed and very helpful . Thank you
@miteshc10105 ай бұрын
thnaks fot this video brother....its really helpful.
@gabi.content.5 ай бұрын
thank you! your content is amazing
@fresquez11 күн бұрын
Great video! Thanks for being so clear and including the links
@dmf41332 ай бұрын
Thanks Terry!!
@colombolawacademy3 ай бұрын
This is extremely helpful. Thank you boss. ❤
@musha-hv8txАй бұрын
thanks this is helpful for me...
@MustafaIsam3 ай бұрын
Thank you so much for making this video!
@yunabriones79132 ай бұрын
This is super helpful. Thank you!
@KrabiAdventureАй бұрын
how to tell if not stolen
@TerrysTechTipsАй бұрын
It would be signed in with an Apple ID and/or be locked with a password.
@JCuervo3308 күн бұрын
@@TerrysTechTipsso if it’s signed out there’s no way for someone to claim theft and lock after??
@abdelhakimessaiy77153 ай бұрын
really loved the video, its detailed and to do point, Ty
@Shiamahmedakash6 ай бұрын
It’s a really helpful video thanks man.
@ShailyKapoor3 ай бұрын
Very good video buddy. Thanks
@Sinan-Noor5 ай бұрын
Very helpful video , thanks man !
@aj17622 күн бұрын
You forgot to mention to check if the macbook is mdm locked. You’ll only find out when you get the continous pop ups for extetnal control of the company.
@kingk52895 ай бұрын
Very helpful
@ibraboumedian18927 ай бұрын
Great video! thanks bro
@freebird-pi5hx6 ай бұрын
Excellent video. I have a few questions. 1. How do you check for repaired screen. 2. How to know if laptop is refurbished 3. How to check if laptop had water damage? 4. Do you have a list of what you covered in like a pdf? Thanks for your help!
@TerrysTechTips6 ай бұрын
1) A third party screen would not have an apple logo. It is possible that it might be replaced with one from another macbook, which in that case I would check the hinge. Make sure it closes all the way and don't make any snapping noises. 2) Most laptops that are re-sold are technically "used". Some may have replaced batteries. If the cycle count is low thats a good sign its been recently replaced. 3) The keys on the keyboard will likely be sticky. You may have to unscrew the bottom off to see if there's any corrosion on the board. 4) Unfortunately no. If your concerned I would recommend buying from a shop. Your likely going to pay more for it, but most shops have a 90day-1 year warranty for defects like you mentioned.
@freebird-pi5hx6 ай бұрын
Thanks for your reply man. For question 1) What do you mean by a third party screen wont have apple logo? Do you mean that when it turns on it won't have apple logo and behind it the black background?@@TerrysTechTips
@TerrysTechTips6 ай бұрын
No. What i mean is on the aluminum lid it won't have an apple logo.@@freebird-pi5hx
@freebird-pi5hx6 ай бұрын
Got it. Thanks for reply and your time. i appreciate it @@TerrysTechTips
@h4v34n1c3d4y3 ай бұрын
If the seller decides to a full reset, prior to meetup, what additional checking should be done before doing the deal?
@varizsombiАй бұрын
set it up and then do the checks
@Alec1523 күн бұрын
@@varizsombi Yeah that takes like 20 minutes
@petrapesic76293 ай бұрын
Is it true that the MacBooks with M chips don't have an option to pit a firmware password?
@TerrysTechTips3 ай бұрын
You should be able to put a firmware password on it.
@mohammedhossain20045 ай бұрын
Is there a chance if you follow all the steps, that you'll be greeted with a MDM lock when you setup your computer after you get home?
@TerrysTechTips5 ай бұрын
Potentially. The way I check this is after the WiFi page on the setup screen it should take you to a data and privacy screen. If it instead says remote management then it’s MDM locked.
@alhusaynalkhidr3 ай бұрын
Bro really need help i found macbook old like 2015 everything is good but i see situation smart Not checking it is normal thing or not what different between checking and no checking
@TerrysTechTips3 ай бұрын
I’m sorry, but can you clarify?
@user-zi8vn6gs3i6 ай бұрын
please a video on how to check good windows pc
@TerrysTechTips6 ай бұрын
If I get another windows PC and a chance to research it I will.
@user-zi8vn6gs3i6 ай бұрын
okay sir i am watching you from ghana@@TerrysTechTips
@tiiruq23 ай бұрын
yo do i need to check with the recovery mode, that firmware password thing when the seller already reset the macbook? Or can i skip that? Would appreciate an answer, i meet the seller in 1 or 2 days✌️
@TerrysTechTips3 ай бұрын
You should be able to check it without resetting the computer. If you shut down the computer and hold Comand-R and a lock icon shows up its firmware locked. If not then it’s not firmware locked. The computer’s data only erases when you go into disk utility and wipe the hardrive.
@Akhilesh_VVN26 күн бұрын
You got a Sub from, great video
@user-zi8vn6gs3i3 ай бұрын
What about a new MacBook Pro or air things to check before buying
@pengconglin98277 ай бұрын
Thank you for the contents. I am wondering if the serial number can be changed? If it does, is there a way to check that?
@TerrysTechTips7 ай бұрын
The serial number can't be changed, but someone could replace the bottom of the computer with another plate that has a different serial number. If your concerned I would check by the serial number in the "about this mac" section.
@marketwhisperer7682Ай бұрын
Very useful video and channel Terry. Subscribed! Would you say $1000 is a good price to pay for a MacbookPro, 13", M2, 8GB, 256GB, 8 months old, low cycle count (10), good-as-new condition + Magic Mouse? TIA!
@TerrysTechTipsАй бұрын
Yes, it seems at just the right price.
@abdulrahmanhs8162Ай бұрын
13 inch M1 MacBook pro 47 cycle count, 100% maximum capacity, 16gb ram and 512gb storage. Is 1050 USD a good price? Any idea how much a new one like this costs?
@TerrysTechTipsАй бұрын
I would say for something like that $850 is a good price. $800 would be optimal.
@RoseRose-eq3fg6 ай бұрын
Yea imma just get a a new one
@ferdsbisco37523 ай бұрын
Thanks for your video. If the Mac Pro comes with apps? Is that ok or it will be erased when it is reset?
@TerrysTechTips3 ай бұрын
It will be erased and on the setup screen typically like you would setup an iPhone.
@kashifaaysha88723 ай бұрын
What should be the good battery health percentage?
@TerrysTechTips3 ай бұрын
I would say 85% or higher.
@genomagsipoc8501Ай бұрын
What if the seller has already reset the device, how do we go and try and do all these tests with a device stuck in setup?
@TerrysTechTipsАй бұрын
You would just setup the computer like you would at home and then test it.
@AccountingDept-j6cАй бұрын
I'm confused, you have links to some Macs on Amazon yet you said "don't buy online". Which is it?
@TerrysTechTipsАй бұрын
Be careful buying from places like eBay that aren’t highly rated stores.
@adharshsajikumar65262 ай бұрын
MacBook Air m2 8gb 256 2022 for 550 Gpb for a used one is it worth it ?
@TerrysTechTips2 ай бұрын
For an m2 that’s worth it.
@adharshsajikumar65262 ай бұрын
Just went and brought it didn’t get an adapter can I charge it with my iPhone adapter?
@adharshsajikumar65262 ай бұрын
Great brought it ✨ battery 68 cycle and 95 health but when I checked with coconut battery 68 cycle 87.8 design health Is it good ?
@ndubuisijohnbosco5 ай бұрын
Great video man. What Mac pc is best to be purchased as used PC. Mac pro core i7 500GB/16GB or Mac air M2 250GB. Considering value for money and just for school work.
@TerrysTechTips5 ай бұрын
Depends on what you want. I would go with a m2 macbook air just becuase the battery life is really good and has an amazing processor.
@leblueawoo5 ай бұрын
If you're just doing school work, you don't need 16GB of RAM. Anything from 2019 onwards with an i5 or above should be fine.
@charlenemae76856 ай бұрын
Hi! 1 Do we need a receipt from the original owner? :)
@TerrysTechTips6 ай бұрын
Helps if its less than a year old to prove they actually bought it. However receipts can be easily copied and edited so I don't know.
@hanahfayebarberan19519 күн бұрын
Heya! Super appreciate your help through this video. I recently bought a refurbished MBA 2020 M1 8-Core 16GB/512GB (from Backmarket) for £550 (around $700) and I am really worried with the battery health (89% with 417 cycle counts when I received it). Is it still worth it in 2024 or should I just return it? Is replacing it with MBP 2020 M1 8-Core 8GB/512GB a better option? I am not a gamer or content creator - the need is daily office tasks and minor graphic design jobs for next 2-3 years. Thanks!
@TerrysTechTips18 күн бұрын
For what your using it for the Macbook Air is just fine, especially with 16gb of ram and 512gb of storage. Also 89% battery health is pretty good for a used macbook. Most of the ones I've seen are around ~85%.
@hanahfayebarberan19515 күн бұрын
@@TerrysTechTips Cool. Thanks for this tip!
@bluelivesmatter85027 ай бұрын
Good info, currently I am planning to get a secondary laptop c2d windows laptop and no battery backup for 30$ from a whole sale lot, is it a good deal?
@TerrysTechTips7 ай бұрын
I don't know. I'm not super familiar with windows laptops, but if you need something cheap i typically recommend a used Lenovo Thinkpad.