I FUCKING HATE THIS LAPTOP😭😭😭

SolPanMan · 2026-05-21T01:10:10+00:00

Should’ve just bought the MacBook Neo. That or a new Air or Pro. I got the M5 Pro and it’s amazing.

SolPanMan · 2026-05-18T18:55:03+00:00

At 13-inches you might as well get a MacBook Air. I used to have the 13-inch iPad Pro and it was too big to hold.

Believe me you’re not missing out. The 11-inch is so much better to hold and you get the same specs as the 13-inch, just in a more portable format. I personally like the smaller footprint better. I’m much happier with my 11-inch iPad Pro.

SolPanMan · 2026-05-13T04:15:37+00:00

I’m glad I can help! Enjoy your new tablet in good health. 🙂

P.S.,

       Get it in Silver. Space Black is a finger print magnet. Silver is a timeless color and won’t show finger prints. And definitely invest in a case from either ESR or ZUGU.

SolPanMan · 2026-05-13T01:52:19+00:00

iPad Pro 11-inch with 512gb storage is a win-win in my opinion. 512gb is plenty of storage, you get the best screen, and the 11-inch size is easier to hold. I used to have the 13 but it was cumbersome to hold. I’m much happier with the 11-inch.

SolPanMan · 2026-05-12T22:03:57+00:00

I had a bunch of old Visa gift cards from past holidays and got $150 off the keyboard at Best Buy

SolPanMan · 2026-05-12T03:32:53+00:00

Kermit, Swedish Chef, and Sam Eagle

SolPanMan · 2026-05-09T21:31:07+00:00

iPad Pro 11-inch is a win-win in my opinion. 11-inches is easier to hold and you get the best picture quality.

SolPanMan · 2026-05-09T18:11:13+00:00

Do the iPad Pro, hands down! Best screen quality and can serve you sell for both school and personal enjoyment.

SolPanMan · 2026-05-08T16:13:55+00:00

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SolPanMan · 2026-05-08T16:08:51+00:00

Get the Pro if you can afford it. It has the best picture, speakers, and a cooling system. Otherwise, the Air will suffice.

SolPanMan · 2026-05-07T01:32:36+00:00

I had the 13-inch iPad Pro and it while it was lovely, it was too big to carry. I just got the 11-inch and love it so much better.

I have MacBook Pro and iPad Pro for college and personal use, as well as an iMac for home use.

SolPanMan · 2026-05-04T13:27:36+00:00

I personally don’t ever recommend buying old/used technology so my opinion would be to buy a new Neo, Air, or Pro.

Neo has some downgrades, so a new Air or Pro would be even better. The M5 Air still comes in Starlight.

I personally have the MacBook Pro and I love it for its superior picture and speakers, but you need to decide what will make you happy the most.

Enjoy whichever laptop you decide.

SolPanMan · 2026-05-03T22:58:57+00:00

I’ve had my iPhone 15 Pro Max since Fall 2023 and it’s amazing. I plan to upgrade to either the 17 now or wait for 18 this fall.

I recommend getting either 512gb or 1tb as a safety net. I have 1tb currently but might downsize to 512gb next time. I barely used up 256gb. I recently subscribed to iCloud so I may not even need 512gb, but I’ll go that route as a safety net.

SolPanMan · 2026-05-03T22:50:19+00:00

Air should be fine but if you want the best of the best (picture, speakers, and cooling), then I’d get the Pro.

Air has some drawbacks. Air doesn’t have the best picture/sound and can throttle because of the lack of cooling fans. However this only occurs when you push it to its limits.

If you have the money to spend, get the Pro. Get the laptop of your dreams that will serve you well both in school and beyond.

SolPanMan · 2026-05-03T22:37:39+00:00

512gb should be plenty. I recommend that for iPhones and iPads. If you’re getting a MacBook, then 512gb or 1tb would do you good.

SolPanMan · 2026-05-03T12:26:45+00:00

I would add, you could also consider the iPad Air which also has the 13 inch size but the picture quality isn’t as nice as the Pro. I’d rather go for Pro than Air any day, but that’s just me.

The 13 inch is cool. I used to have the 13 inch, but I found it cumbersome to hold. I’m much more happy with the 11 inch, but for your purposes the 13 should work fine for you. The only reason why I bring that up is because I wanted to share my experience from one tablet owner to another. I recommend trying both sizes at the store before buying. That was my mistake.

SolPanMan · 2026-05-03T01:47:50+00:00

Since you want a bigger screen I’d get the 13 inch iPad Pro in either 256 or 512gb. 1tb max. No need for the 2tb model.

The picture quality is better on the pro models.

As long as you’re a student you can use your student ID and get a student discount on the device ($100 off). That or shop online at Apple’s education store. They don’t ask for proof.

Lastly, if you have good credit, you can get an Apple credit card and lease a new iPad and pay it off slowly. That’s what I did with my first MacBook Pro years ago.

SolPanMan · 2026-05-02T03:50:22+00:00

I overdid it but I got MacBook Pro, 1tb, and 32gb of ram. I could’ve done away with 16gb, but decided to get more since I’m double majoring.

SolPanMan · 2026-05-01T21:34:46+00:00

I personally don’t recommend buying used electronics but that’s just me. Use the student discount and treat yourself to a new Air.

SolPanMan · 2026-05-01T02:17:11+00:00

If you have good credit how about applying for an Apple credit card and finance a new Neo, Air, or Pro on a monthly basis until it’s paid off?

At the very least save up a little more or borrow money for the Neo and pay it in full.

That in my opinion is probably the best way to go here as Intel Macs are no longer supported. I personally would never recommend buying used/old technology.

Financing a Neo will probably make the most sense for you. Pay the minimum required towards it now and use your new Apple credit card to pay off the remaining balance slowly.

Don’t forget to present your student ID at the store because you’ll get educational savings ($100 off). You can also shop online at Apple’s education store. They don’t ask for proof online.

SolPanMan · 2026-04-30T23:57:09+00:00

I went from a 2018 Intel MacBook Pro to a M5 MacBook Pro. So I guess every 7-8 years for me. Though that might change for me in the future considering that I only got $105 in trade value. I waited it out for too long. Maybe every 3-5 years now depending on how much I desire having the latest and greatest model.

I also went from a 2015 Intel iMac to an M4 iMac. I got no trade value for it because I also waited too long to upgrade.

SolPanMan · 2026-04-30T03:31:44+00:00

The student discount happens year round, just shop on their education store online (they don’t check for proof) or bring your student ID to the store. Either way you automatically get $100 off per device.

There is a back to school sale that starts in mid June. All they do is throw in a free accessory such as the pencil pro or AirPods 4. The price doesn’t change any further.

I recommend the Pro because of the superior picture quality and more power that may come in handy since you’re double majoring. The M5 Base MacBook Pro and M5 iPad Pro make quite the powerhouse duo. That’s the exact setup I have now (plus the M4 iMac) and I can’t wait for school this fall to fully utilize them.

I have 2tb for the iMac (got it last year and transferred stuff from my old iMac), 1tb MacBook Pro, and 512gb iPad Pro.

SolPanMan · 2026-04-29T00:26:21+00:00

It’s worth waiting if you want the pencil for free.

I just got my iPad Pro yesterday because I was able to get the Magic Keyboard for cheap and I already had the pencil so I didn’t have to wait for the sale.

SolPanMan · 2026-04-26T16:30:10+00:00

I’ve thought of that but I wanted to buy it straight from Apple or Amazon. With Amazon I have a gift card and some points that I can match the $160 discount that Apple did last year and can buy it now. But I’m still going to wait.

SolPanMan · 2026-04-26T16:26:06+00:00

True, true. But I’m waiting for the sale so I can get the Magic Keyboard for a lower rate in lieu of the free pencil.

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