96 Questions on Photos, Movies & Music
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My PC (Compaq) gave out on me and I'm entertaining replacing it with either a Macbook Air 13 inch (128GB) or the Macbook Pro 13 inch (2.4 ghz). HELP!
I am a group fitness manager and the bulk of the memory of my itunes is exercise music. I checked my ipad and out of 32GB, I've already used 23GB of the total memory. (That is just a thousand songs roughly. Industry wise, that is a small library of music - and I intend to increase my music collection.) I also have exercise videos and choreography loaded in my current itunes library and ipad. So in terms of storage, the Air worries me as my budget will allow for the 128GB only.
Another important concern is that I shuttle between 3 different centers for work so yes, transporting my work laptop is an issue. My back has suffered because of the weight I need to carry around, so in terms of this dimension, the Air seems to be the runaway winner.
My monthly reports are in Excel (I've never had a Mac before, this will be my first) and I suppose in either models, I have to get software to make it compatible - did I understand it correctly?
I am not a gamer. I only dabble in Cafe World by Zynga (I know, "serious" gamers laugh at it and the ones who play it) so the issue of graphics quality is not all that important to me. (Which is why for the PRO, I don't need the AMD Radeon.) I'm not in advertising, so I don't think I'll be using Final Cut Pro or other apps of that nature.
I do use youtube and other video sites frequently, both for music videos and exercise applications. I browse sites like ACE and ACSM for information. I regularly do online transactions. As far as ordering exercise music, I'm planning to switch completely to downloading instead of (how I used to do it until last year) ordering CDs from the USA and having them shipped all the way to the Philippines. (The fees are killing me.)
I need help deciding which of the two models would be better, given my worklife and lifestyle. Price wise, they are roughly the same so I need to hear advice from people who actually use either of these models.
Thanks in advance for any help, I appreciate it!- Asked by Joey R from Quezon City
- 12/01/2012
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I would say the Macbook Air. From reading everything you wrote, I think the one thing you should be concerned about is storage. But remember, there's always external hard drives or other options if you need more space. 256GB is a lot more than it sounds. The RAM, processor and graphics would not be an issue for the way you're going to use your new laptop.
Macbook Air! I think it's the right choice.- Answered by Peter A from South Portland
- 30/01/2012
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i have a macbook pro i 10.6.8 i got in 2010 or 2011 what do i need to watch hdtv on my home system
my tv and dvr are hooked up to my surround sound unit
- Asked by Steven G from Cypress
- 24/03/2013
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Can i pull video from camcorders directly onto iPad for editing with pinnacle studio
Would like to transfer camcorder footage (Digital 8, Mini Dv, VHS -C etc ) to iPad. Can this be done? Are there special adapters required and what are they? I know a dazzle adapter is required for PC. Also Pinnacle Studio have just released a movie editing app for iPad - Is this any good? I know Final Cut Pro is the standard for iMac & Macbook Pro, just wondering about the iPad. Any comments/experiences welcome - Thank you.
- Asked by Noel K
- 12/03/2013
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what mac would be best for photo shop and pro-e
i am looking for a mac would run photo shop and pro-e cad program
- Asked by Jeffery C from Indiahoma
- 17/02/2013
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Is it compatible with Macbook Air 11" OSX 10.6.8 ?
- Asked by Amelia S
- 27/01/2013
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Yes - Spark Digital is compatible with MacBook Air OSX 10.6.8 via USB (minimum OS is 10.4.11)
- Answered by Stacey M from Thousand Oaks
- 30/01/2013
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what software should I use for video on mac os x 10.6.8
I need to record myself for a class I am taking and then be able to upload the file to youtube or cut and past it into email. Is iphoto right for Mac OSX 10.6.8?
- Asked by Patricia F from De Forest
- 12/02/2013
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Does the macbook pro with retina display come with a camera?
- Asked by Frank V from Blythe
- 9/11/2012
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Yes. It comes with a 720P FaceTime HD camera just above the screen.
- Answered by Jason O from Hastings
- 14/11/2012
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What is the different between iWork and microsoft office?
I'm a university student..wanna buy a MacBook pro..I need a laptop that can let me go for Internet and sometimes play games like DOTA and HONS..I also need a program that I can do my assignment and presentation..so I want to know what is the different between iWork and Microsoft office..what are they function..which program does you all prefer..
- Asked by Ahtem C from Sandakan
- 26/06/2012
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iWork is definitely cheaper, only 20 bucks each (you can choose which to buy separately on the Mac App Store) for Pages (Word) Keynote (Powerpoint) and Numbers (Excel). They can also save in the microsoft office formats, but you shouldn't rely on that too much, since there can be a few changes when you open them up on the pcs. Pages also has different types of, well, pages. Envelopes, resumes, brochures, etc. Overall, iWork is a lot more simpler.
However, if you are a die hard Microsoft fan, and you couldn't figure out a single button without Word, etc., or you would do a LOT of interchanging between mac and PC, go with Office. I do mostly printing, in which case any "changes" don't bother me.
The mac app store has a pdf to iWork converter, called PDF2Office SE for iWork, if you want.- Answered by Nikko S from Florence
- 26/06/2012
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How can I create a hardcover photo book with text on my MacBook Pro?
- Asked by Linda G
- 16/01/2013
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iPhoto, an app that comes free with your MacBook Pro has the ability to make hardcover photo books.
- Answered by Jorge L from San Francisco
- 17/01/2013
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What is the best program to watch .avi files?
For MAC
- Asked by Sanjay G from Brampton
- 10/06/2012
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Hello Sanjay,
I generally use VLC because it can play pretty much anything. But there may be converters you can use if you want it as an mp4 or such, but most of them cost or are on trial. I would say your best bet is VLC media player.- Answered by Joshua M from Sydney
- 13/06/2012
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MacBook Pro and Logic Studio
Hi. I'm studying music and will be buying a Macbook Pro, Logic Studio and an M Audio Keystation over the summer. I'd like to know what memory size and processor and hard drive speed to get for the best results. Thanks!
- Asked by J B
- 30/03/2012
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Hi.
If you have to install Logic Studio. I think you need to buy Mac. Pro with powerful memory size and CPU. For example: HDD 4TB, Memory 4 or 8 GB and so on....
Also I advise you to buy high quality sample sounds from vst-store.com
there are many different free and paid sample sounds and loops.
I hope my answer can help you.
If you have any more questions, I'll be happy to help any way I can.
Thanks- Answered by Karen G
- 15/11/2012
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What is the sound quality with the new MacBook Pro Retina receiving, storing and playing hi-res sound files?
Until Apple releases the new desktop (Mac Pro and Mac Mini) replacements for more permanent use in my main home Theater, I plan to buy the new MacBook Pro 15" Retina to use temporarily, replace it with one of the new desktops and use the 15" as my moveable main personal computer. For my wife, I already have a 17" MacBook Pro (2 months pre-Thunderbolt) and I use an iPad 2 for a lot of my needs/wants.
There is much info published about Retina, HDMI to receiver, enhanced Thunderbolt, USB 3.0 ports and other great features.
But, I can't find detailed info on high-resolution sound quality played from the new 15" Retina unit through a DAC to the amp/speakers. Can you help with some higher-end references?
Thank you! Any help would be greatly appreciated!
Regards,
Ed- Asked by Edward D from Scottsdale
- 24/07/2012
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I got the MBP with retina, and can say a few things by now.
First....the sound is excellent. What is excellent? It is very high definition, excellent stereo separation, a pleasure to listen to music, films, giving a filigran picture. It does not come with bass, but what do you expect. We must remain realistic, because some laws of physics can not be overcome. So, is the sound good? It is astounding, but with little bass. In many cases we don't need the pounding. For those moments it is surprisingly good. I did not go testing. The sound quality hit me when I played some songs the first time. That good it is.
Second....the screen....all is said 1000x over.
Third....heat....I read it was a scorcher. I have it sometimes on my body, and it is less hot than my previous MPB (late 2008), no doubt about it. I once did a stress test taxing the CPU and graphics to the max, and it rapidly increased in temp. But for normal use, other than maybe top gaming (I never do) it gets only warm, never hot.
Fourth....noise...I do not hear it. Only, under the mentioned stress test did I hear the fans clearly the first time. No wonder, of course. But remember, no HDD to make a continuous whirring noise?
All in all....a marvel....but pricey. We still can't have it all in one computer, and never will, probably.- Answered by Hans Juerg K from Pointe-claire
- 25/08/2012
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Help! Should I get the MacBook pro 13" or 15" for photoshop and general movies, music, Internet and "future proof-ability"?!
I want to buy a Macbook pro but cannot decide between the top end 13" or the bottom end 15". I would use if for general stuff and probably the most processor consuming task is photoshop. So I'm stuck between the decision and it would be great if anyone knew if the 13" could handle photoshop and is powerful enough to be future proof (ie. I can use it for 1-2 yrs and not worry about speed.
I like the size & portability and 750gb HDD of the 13" and have an external monitor so screen size isn't an issue at home.
On the other hand is it worth waiting until the new MBP range?
Thanks in advance!- Asked by Samarth S
- 13/02/2012
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For real future proofing I'd go with the 15" because of their quad-cores. The 13" easily does what you want but since you want it future proofed I say 15".
1-2 years no speed problems for 13" but any longer I'd go with 15"
It could be worth waiting for the new range, depending on how long until you need a new one.- Answered by Louise N from Happy Valley
- 18/04/2012
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What could be the best configuration for the Logic Studio application ?
I am planning to buy an apple mac pro jus for the purpose of Logic Pro. So far I am a Windows user. So I have no much knowledge about iMac other than Logic Pro . So pls suggest me the best configuration for the particular application keeping the cost effectiveness in mind !
- Asked by Manikandan S
- 23/01/2013
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Unfortunately you would have to buy a new
Macbook. But what you can do is but an external media device such as the Apple Time Capsule, which I strongly recommend.- Answered by Jordan B from Hamilton
- 23/10/2012
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Can I produce iMovie projects on Mac mini
- Asked by Mathew M from Woodbridge
- 27/08/2012
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Absolutely! The latest version of iLife, which includes iPhoto, iMovie, iTunes, and a few other usefull apps, comes preinstalled on every new Mac for no additional cost.
- Answered by Patrick W from Harvest
- 28/08/2012
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Some of the higher-end models are, but the lower-end models might not have a fast-enough CPU to decode multiple high-definition video streams. If in doubt, go with the Mac Pro or MacBook Pro.
- Answered by Alexander J from Winston-salem
- 31/10/2012
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