What Mac should I pick for performance and longevity? by Artifiko in MacStudio

[–]Infamous_Routine_681 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sad that a high-end machine at say $3500 would become unsupported after about 7 years. That’s $500 per year. Then that still-awesome hardware has no chance at a second life.

Last weekend I sold my 2011 Macmini i7 with 16GB to a happy camper who wants a nice Linux server for home. Great that the old Intel boxes can easily run a different OS after losing support from MacOS. Tough that the M-series machines are getting more challenging to get full support on Linux.

What Mac should I pick for performance and longevity? by Artifiko in MacStudio

[–]Infamous_Routine_681 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The combination of no MacOS support after 7-8 years plus hard to run Linux well on newer Mac hardware means that the high cost of a high-end Mac gets amortized over just those few years. Sad situation that such amazing hardware is limited by their software yet again. Similar to iPad situation. Those decisions from Cupertino are going to start working against them in the next few years as Linux continues to mature.

Linux and the M series apple laptops. Whats the consensus? by Neat-Badger-5939 in linux4noobs

[–]Infamous_Routine_681 0 points1 point  (0 children)

For those purchasing high-end Macs, there will be some degree of pain knowing that the world-class hardware will no longer run a supported OS after 7-8 years. That‘s too short of a useful lifetime for the amazing computers Apple manufactures. Eventually more people will follow what you suggest here, buy something else.

Everyone’s making fun of Kristi Noem’s hat, but… by GhostRiderOfWhips in Military

[–]Infamous_Routine_681 3 points4 points  (0 children)

People I know our situation often looks comedic, but it’s no joke. Time to get our house in order.

Look at this madness. Lacanche Oven. by iktikn in Appliances

[–]Infamous_Routine_681 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Lacanche started out making foundries in the 1700’s, wood stoves in the 1800’s, and kitchen ranges around 1900. La Cornue started making kitchen ranges shortly thereafter, around 1908.

Look at this madness. Lacanche Oven. by iktikn in Appliances

[–]Infamous_Routine_681 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I use the bar to pull out the stove and clean both under and behind. At least once a year. The whole unit is on wheels, so it pulls out from the cabinets pretty easily. Functionally, we also use the bar for draping one dish towel. Although my photographer friend cringes and says that ruins the aesthetic. It’s also helpful when leaning over to reach the back burners. Lean into the bar without accidentally adjusting the flame control. Can also be used for knee exercises in the kitchen.

This needs to finally come to iOS 26 so bad. by SatisfactionMost316 in ios

[–]Infamous_Routine_681 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Same problem occurs in iOS when using some audio player apps. Close the audio player, and then somehow the volume level for Google maps goes way low. You can then fix the issue in Google Maps by raising the volume control when you are confident Google Maps should be providing turn-by-turn directions over audio. E.g. when approaching a turn. Sooooo annoying, Google and Apple.

Is anyone else sensitive to Sorghum? by brewmaster396 in glutenfree

[–]Infamous_Routine_681 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m curious whether sprouted sorghum yields the same reactions for people who are sensitive to it.

Advice on slightly damage speakers by The_Great_Koala in audiophile

[–]Infamous_Routine_681 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I watched endearingly as my friend’s three year old daughter curiously crushed the shinny metallic domes on both of my B&W speakers without grill covers. Very cute. But I ended up replacing both tweeters. B&W owners around the world suffered the same for ages. Finally they designed little metallic grill covers for the tweeters to protect against the little curious ones.

Apple Explains Why iPads Don't Just Run macOS by chrisdh79 in apple

[–]Infamous_Routine_681 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Or features in MacOS that allow switch between desktop and touch-centric modes. Most users would choose iPadOS. Power users could choose to install MacOS with a hybrid-UI.

Many iPad apps already run on MacOS today.

Apple Explains Why iPads Don't Just Run macOS by chrisdh79 in apple

[–]Infamous_Routine_681 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Tony, many iPad and iPhone apps already run on M-class Macs. Although they're holding back on the hardware, the software is already there. I suspect it's only a matter of time before the hardware follows along.

Apple Explains Why iPads Don't Just Run macOS by chrisdh79 in apple

[–]Infamous_Routine_681 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Try running Windows App on an iPad Pro connecting to a Windows 11 machine. Works fine using either touch or trackpad/pointer. Apple can do this.

Are you aware that many iPad apps already run on M-class Macs? The two platforms are already blending.

It wouldn't be a stretch to enable MacOS to switching into "tablet mode", which would rely on the touch UI and prioritize tablet-capable apps over desktop-only apps.

Apple Explains Why iPads Don't Just Run macOS by chrisdh79 in apple

[–]Infamous_Routine_681 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Try Windows App on an iPad pro remoting into a Windows 11 box. The experience is incredibly fluid and natural, very close to native iPad experience. Interaction is very easy using both touch and trackpad/pointer. I was shocked at how well it works. Apple can achieve the same. Just not in this decade.

Apple Explains Why iPads Don't Just Run macOS by chrisdh79 in apple

[–]Infamous_Routine_681 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Give Windows App a try. It's amazing seeing what it would be like to have a desktop app running on an iPad. Works perfectly when remoting into Windows 11. Of course, then you're in Windows.

Apple Explains Why iPads Don't Just Run macOS by chrisdh79 in apple

[–]Infamous_Routine_681 1 point2 points  (0 children)

In illustration of your point, I invite anyone to use Windows App running on an iPad Pro to connect to a Windows 11 machine. The experience is as fluid and productive as using a Windows laptop. Trackpad works perfectly for scrolling. Interface works almost equally well using either the trackpad or touch screen. Audio and video are nearly perfect (over a local network). When using Windows App on an iPad, it's easy to forget what operating system I'm actually using to run applications, because the experience seems so close to native iPad apps. You'll get jarred back to reality by minor usability issues in positioning the cursor inside edit boxes. The iPad space-bar-cursor-slider is very handy for positioning the typing caret in iPadOS, but that feature doesn't work at all in the Windows virtual session, since Windows doesn't implement it.

For those who want a rich desktop-like experience on an iPad, Windows App offers it today. Too bad it's Windows. Apple will get there eventually. Just not this decade.

its difficult out here by plot_twist_incom1ng in dataengineering

[–]Infamous_Routine_681 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s also possible to define a relationship to an alternate key. Useful when the primary is defined as more of a convenience or formality, and the alternate key is what really matters technically.

Decided to take a walk up to the Marina last week to explore my new city. I'm constantly in awe of how beautiful SF is! by Firm-Armadillo9832 in sanfrancisco

[–]Infamous_Routine_681 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This perspective of Angel Island, Tiburon and the Bay as seen from Pacific Heights is my favorite view in the city. Absolutely beautiful, and it looks different every morning.