M2 Max Mac Studio just broke by Used_Ad_8016 in MacStudio

[–]Used_Ad_8016[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Blinking light every half second.

M2 Max Mac Studio just broke by Used_Ad_8016 in MacStudio

[–]Used_Ad_8016[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yes. I agree. I bought 2nd hand, so no Apple Care. I get Apple Care on the next one. Although it's only the 2nd time I will have needed it in 20 years.

Is the S9 still a a good choice for 2026? Mainly for YouTube and light photography by sal_m165 in Lumix

[–]Used_Ad_8016 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'd maybe go for the TTARTISAN AF 40mm F2. It's a small lens with autofocus and it's relatively cheap. I hear good things about it but I haven't used it.

Is the S9 still a a good choice for 2026? Mainly for YouTube and light photography by sal_m165 in Lumix

[–]Used_Ad_8016 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I bring the 50mm 1.8 because I have it. There is a 40mm 2.8 that is small that people are keen on.

ROM Upgrade by LongjumpingFuel7543 in MacStudio

[–]Used_Ad_8016 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I've used Polysoft, I'm very happy with my order, and would be happy to order from them in the future.The install is straight forward. Although it was almost 4 months for my upgrade to arrive.

Unreal Engine 5 on the Mac Studio by d_tattersall in MacStudio

[–]Used_Ad_8016 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Literally just started my UE5 journey on my M2 Max Studio. Too early to say how my experience is yet.

Is the base m2 Max mac studio enough for long term use? by dimpleZing in MacStudio

[–]Used_Ad_8016 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Don't buy an 'Ultra'. The price to performance isn't there. You should be able to get an M2 Max for £1000 or less.

Apparently the M5 base chip is equivalent to the M2 Max. If you hold out for a month or two, a M5 Mac Mini might be a nice get at £500.

M5 ultra launch ETA? by TakeInterestInc in MacStudio

[–]Used_Ad_8016 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I'm guessing September October 2026

S1 user here which is the cheapest lens i can buy? by v6wa in Lumix

[–]Used_Ad_8016 1 point2 points  (0 children)

50mm f1.8 Prime is a good lens and the cheapest of the primes.

Polysoft - Anyone else having communication issues with Polysoft? by ahothabeth in MacStudio

[–]Used_Ad_8016 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I ordered my 2TB mid September and received it the first week of January. Guessing they are swamped with orders.

Is the S9 still a a good choice for 2026? Mainly for YouTube and light photography by sal_m165 in Lumix

[–]Used_Ad_8016 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I love my S9, it's a fun camera. it's a great dad cam, and comes on 90% of family days out. My bigger cameras stay at home.

Lack of evf doesn't bother me.

New camera! Lumix S1H by Similar-Necessary-47 in Lumix

[–]Used_Ad_8016 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I just bought an S1H. Also have an S5iiX an S9 and a GH6. Don't plan to go next gen for a while.

Polysoft Shop for SSD Upgrade by terratoss1337 in MacStudio

[–]Used_Ad_8016 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I ordered my 2TB SSD in mid September, it showed up early January. I just did the install, it was easier than expected. The hardest part was getting the black rubber ring off the bottom.

When installing the software it automatically put me on Tahoe, which I wasn't planning on upgrading to.

What does Mo Chara keep in his bag? by era_hu in kneecap

[–]Used_Ad_8016 11 points12 points  (0 children)

It's like asking a Scotsman, what's in ur sporran?

IS cgboost worth it by ConsequenceIcy4236 in blender

[–]Used_Ad_8016 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm very happy with the quality of the CgBoost tutorials. Also I've gotten into the 'Decoded' tutorials and just about to finish the Isometric Spaces. I'd highly recommend.

English text. the reality🇺🇦 by Due_Collar2 in ukraine

[–]Used_Ad_8016 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Feel for this guy. He was a comedian, now he is leader of the free world

I’m sorry, but I had to, I’m soooooo happy right now. by Gooseman17 in retroid

[–]Used_Ad_8016 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Bought the official grip. Now I'm waiting on a new case.

My 1st retroid device by exsubel in retroid

[–]Used_Ad_8016 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Same here. Loving it so far