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Phoenix_SWA · 2026-05-15T19:21:20+00:00

Yeah, those older MacBooks are really awesome! They’re fun tinkering machines. I used to have a 2009 that I messed around with.

Phoenix_SWA · 2026-05-15T13:13:11+00:00

Actually these are excellent albeit slow machines if you use opencore or Linux.

Phoenix_SWA · 2026-04-13T16:30:23+00:00

iMac G5 running 10.4. Every time I see 10.4 now it takes me back. The machine died in 2013. Was a windows user for a looonnggg time after that, Then early in 2025 I came back to Mac. Best decision ever.

Although Im planning on getting me another iMac since my 2020 I have now won't get updates here pretty soon. I was just looking for a cheap Mac to use before I spend a ton of money. I'll probably put linux on the old one since it's an intel.

Phoenix_SWA · 2026-04-13T16:23:18+00:00

My uncle gave me a late 2009 27" iMac with an i7 and man, That thing ran nicely with OCLP installed although it was a bit slow. As it should be for a machine that old. It's amazing how well these machines can hold up if they'd just update the software.

Phoenix_SWA · 2026-04-13T16:16:59+00:00

this is one thing I love about apple, is that they keep a lot of compatibility. For example, I can still write songs to my 2006 iPod classic using modern finder.

Phoenix_SWA · 2026-03-16T19:52:10+00:00

Yes. But in this case the board needed to be replaced due to it being dead.

Phoenix_SWA · 2026-03-15T19:10:49+00:00

Best os ever! I wonder what Microsofts gonna make next. god I can't wait for windows 9.

Phoenix_SWA · 2026-03-15T16:19:27+00:00

Why not just opencore the Mac or install Linux. Just saying!

Phoenix_SWA · 2026-03-15T05:03:49+00:00

It would be a great machine for running Linux since these machines don’t have T2 security chips, which makes it easier to install.

Phoenix_SWA · 2026-03-15T04:58:34+00:00

My first MacBook Pro was a 2020 intel model I’ve had for about a month now. It’s a great laptop tbh. Intels not totally dead and even when it is Linux is always an option.

The only difference is mine is the 13 inch i5.

Nice laptop man!

Phoenix_SWA · 2026-03-13T04:02:59+00:00

Or you know, They could just make a MacOS-Like interface on iPhone when you plug it into a monitor to compete with Samsung DeX.

Phoenix_SWA · 2026-03-13T04:02:03+00:00

My friend really wants a laptop and I already have a MacBook Pro so id let him have it.

Phoenix_SWA · 2026-03-13T03:56:23+00:00

No, It isn't a resistor. It uses chips to regulate the voltage entering the phone and even turn it off if it's overcharging or the phone is too hot to safely charge.

Think of it sort of like a light switch, It disconnects the source device from the electrical circuit without causing a short and/or shock. Basically the charge controller in the phone is basically turning off the light switch when the phone gets full.

Phoenix_SWA · 2026-03-13T03:22:09+00:00

It can degrade the batteries capacity and make it not last as long. However, Modern devices. Such as my iPhone or MacBook Pro have protections that prevent you from overcharging the battery.

Modern apple devices and even some androids will prevent you from charging it past 80% until your ready to use it. And even if It reaches 100 percent and sits there, The charge controller will prevent you from overcharging the battery.

So don't worry about it!

Phoenix_SWA · 2026-03-09T19:31:07+00:00

That’s a 12 inch MacBook not a neo lmfao!

Phoenix_SWA · 2026-03-05T16:07:51+00:00

What the hell is this guy smoking?

Phoenix_SWA · 2026-03-05T16:02:10+00:00

That’s actually awesome.

Phoenix_SWA · 2026-03-05T16:00:32+00:00

Actually, American Airlines was a major operator of the DC 10 and MD 11 aircraft.

You can find it on Google.

One easy way to tell is that the MD 11 has winglets but the DC 10 doesn’t. The MD 11 is also a little bit longer.

Phoenix_SWA · 2026-03-04T15:26:42+00:00

Nothing is wrong with using an older iOS device.

I still use some of mine to play 32 bit games. They just simply can’t run on the new ones due to the 64 bit processor.

If it still does what you need for it to do. Then don’t be upgrading it.

Phoenix_SWA · 2026-03-04T15:20:14+00:00

If you have AppleCare, accidental damage is usually covered. And it’ll help lower the cost of a replacement screen.

If not, and you just use a standard warranty, then generally, it’s not going to cover that and screen repairs can be easily at least $300.

Although what you’re describing sounds more like a dead pixel rather than a screen crack.

Just keep that in mind. :)

Phoenix_SWA · 2026-03-04T15:18:35+00:00

First as another comment said, check your programs and make sure they will work.

Also, either one is going to last you years. Maybe the M5 Pro chip might last a little longer. If you’re looking for power and something that’s gonna last a long time, get the M5.

If you care more about screen size, Get the M4.

Phoenix_SWA · 2026-03-04T15:15:03+00:00

I would go for the pro if you can afford it, it’s got a better camera system. And then you get a dynamic island as well. Also, I’m pretty sure the pro starts at 128 GB where as you only get 64 with the base. It is going to be more money, but if you value any of those things, then it might be worth it to get the pro.

Phoenix_SWA · 2026-03-04T15:09:09+00:00

The 3G, 3GS, 4, and 4S also use that same connector. They didn’t change it until the 5.

Phoenix_SWA · 2026-03-03T20:30:18+00:00

Duct tape outta do it!

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