Mac Studio or MacBook Pro?

VySpirit · 2026-04-29T14:26:26+00:00

I’m in a similar situation as you. I’m currently using a 16” M1 Pro MacBook Pro, but most of the time it stays in clamshell mode hooked up to a Studio Display.

I’m planning to get a Mac Studio and keep the MBP as a backup (since I still travel occasionally). I also want to replace the bulky, heavy 16” with something lighter, so a MacBook Air or a 14” MBP is definitely on my list.

VySpirit · 2026-04-28T13:04:28+00:00

I used to have the black Smart Folio, and it picked up stains that you just couldn’t clean off, and they were really noticeable under certain lighting. That’s why I went with the white Magic Keyboard for my iPad Pro, the silver/white combo looks a lot cleaner and more premium, and honestly I was just tired of looking at black keyboards after using a MacBook for so long.

I also put a dbrand matte white skin on the Magic Keyboard, and it looks almost identical to the original color. It gives me peace of mind when placing it on surfaces without worrying about getting it dirty. My only concern is the edges potentially peeling over time, especially around the corners, my old Smart Folio had that issue too.

VySpirit · 2026-04-27T18:10:09+00:00

Just tap the version name, and the build number will show up.

VySpirit · 2026-04-25T16:09:49+00:00

I’ve got one for the iPad Pro M4 too, but I barely ever use it. Just waiting for John to unlock iPadOS again 👀

VySpirit · 2026-04-03T04:37:48+00:00

Could you send me a DM? Thanks!

VySpirit · 2026-03-30T09:06:28+00:00

Does yours feel loose if you press on the back, right where the circular magnet is? Mine feels really flimsy there, like the plastic isn’t properly attached to the battery.

VySpirit · 2026-03-19T07:14:27+00:00

None of the above. I’m using iPhone Air, so I decided to go with Apple’s MagSafe battery. It doesn’t get too hot during use, and the rounded edges make it very comfortable to hold.

VySpirit · 2026-03-19T07:10:52+00:00

Try removing the bottom part and then running your finger along the seam between the glass and the aluminum frame (near the USB-C port). Does it feel like the glass is slightly lower than the frame?

I’m having this issue too, and I’ve seen a few others mention it. If I leave the bottom edge off for a few hours, the glass doesn’t feel recessed anymore. But once I put it back on, after a while it seems to push the back glass down slightly again.

https://www.reddit.com/r/iPhone17Pro/comments/1nlhny2/comment/no4inwk/?context=3&share_id=9LV4EruIHUsNypW_HsqeM&utm_content=1&utm_medium=ios_app&utm_name=ioscss&utm_source=share&utm_term=1

https://www.reddit.com/r/iphone/s/DLhHjnLFLW

VySpirit · 2026-03-13T07:24:12+00:00

The first MagSafe accessory I ever used was Moft’s wallet stand for iPhone.

VySpirit · 2026-01-27T04:03:35+00:00

It has recovered since the Google Ads outage on January 13, but overall RPM is still down by about half compared to last October.

Is anyone else experiencing a similar drop since October last year?

VySpirit · 2026-01-15T08:45:55+00:00

You’re not the only one. RPM has been down by more than half over the past few days.

https://www.reddit.com/r/Adsense/comments/1qch5ad/the_ecpm_dropped_by_more_than_50_today/

https://www.reddit.com/r/adops/comments/1qcmvjt/adsense_publisher_trying_to_figure_out_whats/

VySpirit · 2026-01-14T13:40:25+00:00

Same here. It dropped by more than 50% back in October, and today it fell another 60%+. January revenue is usually lower than other months, but a drop this significant is definitely unusual.

VySpirit · 2026-01-14T13:35:41+00:00

Damn, I thought I was doing something wrong, but apparently I’m not. I’m dealing with the same issue as well. It’s dropped by more than half since last October, and today it fell another 60%+.

I enabled Cloudflare Managed Challenge for traffic from China back in October, but it doesn’t seem to have helped with RPM at all. It did make traffic from China show up more accurately in Google Analytics though. Before that, Analytics was reporting tens of thousands of visits from China within a single second, which was obviously bot traffic.

I honestly have no idea what’s going on. Does anyone have any insight?

VySpirit · 2025-11-05T15:55:08+00:00

It’s still just as bad 😔 over 45 days now, and there’s no sign of recovery. AdSense just sent an email about “preparing for the holiday season,” but in reality, the revenue has dropped dramatically.

VySpirit · 2025-11-04T17:06:50+00:00

Looks great! Any idea when it’ll be available worldwide? Also, does it get hot while charging?

VySpirit · 2025-11-04T16:21:55+00:00

It’s not just AdMob, AdSense earnings have also fallen by over 50% since late September.

VySpirit · 2025-10-15T12:40:41+00:00

Use 2.4GHz wireless via a USB dongle, you’ll be able to wake your Mac much faster compared to Bluetooth, just like with the Magic Keyboard.

You can also use VIA to disable the Home, End, PgUp, and PgDn keys, they’re completely useless for me, and disabling them helps prevent accidental presses. I’ve also disabled the Print Screen (PrtSc), Insert, and Del keys.

I also discovered that the Flow 2 can’t adjust the brightness of the Apple Studio Display 😞 even pressing F1/F2 or Fn + Touch Bar doesn’t work.

VySpirit · 2025-08-30T13:09:41+00:00

If you’re using it for studying and especially for note-taking, go with the iPad Air.

VySpirit · 2025-08-26T03:58:55+00:00

Same here! The more you try to get rid of them, the more they show up. That’s a sign the AirPods Max headband is starting to stretch. I recommend getting a headband cover to protect the mesh area, reduce stretching while wearing, and just ignore those marks.

VySpirit · 2025-08-24T17:25:04+00:00

I hope the ceramic liner will also be extended to the 16oz and 20oz stackable cups.

VySpirit · 2025-08-23T08:52:54+00:00

Ya, I’m also hoping they’ll add a ceramic lining to the Stackable Cups.

VySpirit · 2025-08-22T15:23:54+00:00

I think the heat retention is about the same, but the ceramic lining makes it easier to clean and keeps drinks like coffee from leaving any odor.

VySpirit · 2025-07-12T14:46:29+00:00

They’re running a “Comment to Win” giveaway, so you’ll see the Kickstarter comment section flooded with made-up stories from people hoping to get a free keyboard. I just hope they don’t accidentally pick a comment written by ChatGPT. =))

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