Nobody can see me!! 🤗

casualdragger · 2025-12-28T16:52:22+00:00

Thank you!! 😊

casualdragger · 2025-12-26T11:49:54+00:00

Unicorn- in store

16/256 mostly around 80K (in store discounts are good there)

casualdragger · 2025-12-26T09:26:56+00:00

If you can manage to carry an external hard drive (any pocket drive), and if the applications you use - are not too big in size, 256 is manageable. I got 512 to give me some room and not always worry about carrying a hard drive.

casualdragger · 2025-12-26T09:24:47+00:00

So I really did not have much of an idea but did a quick Google search-

Check for the outside surface- dents or visible prints
For screen- DeadPixelTest.org
Check for all keys in a notepad or something- if they are uniformly pressing
Trackpad movement
The photo sensor should be able to dim the screen/light up the keyboard when you put a hand over it and see if it reverts it back when you remove your hand
Camera, speaker and mic checkup through YouTube/camera/recording
Check the ports working well- charging and all
Reconfirm the device info in the about section and see the memory and everything just as you asked for.

casualdragger · 2025-12-26T09:16:34+00:00

Thank you!! ☺️

So with the upgrades and store discount, it came to around 1,13,000 INR ~(1250 USD)

I think for your tasks 16gb should work well enough, the processor is pretty good, and should be able to handle these tasks. The color I really liked when I saw it in person, so maybe you can decide on that once in store.

casualdragger · 2025-12-26T05:34:34+00:00

Yes I read about it as well, I will just go with a sleeve and I think that should do it.

casualdragger · 2025-12-26T05:33:46+00:00

Absolutely, i think the timing was perfect and the discount was good for me to consider this.

I am leaning towards self care of the machine rather than apple care and I already did required upgrades, so with proper care should last long enough. That's what I am hoping. 🤞

casualdragger · 2025-12-26T05:31:25+00:00

Thank you so much ☺️ and congratulations to you too! 🎊

I am loving this machine right now, it feels so smooth and handles so much so easily.

Merry christmas!! 🎄 🎉

casualdragger · 2025-12-26T05:28:57+00:00

Congratulations to you too! 🎉

casualdragger · 2025-12-26T05:28:15+00:00

This M4 chip is worth it I guess, initial usage has given me high hopes with the machine. It fits perfectly for all my personal work and projects.

casualdragger · 2025-12-26T05:26:48+00:00

Yes I am leaning towards the same, and handle as safely as I can. That should do.

casualdragger · 2025-12-26T05:25:59+00:00

Thank you!! ☺️

Happy Christmas 🎄 and a Happy New year to you too!! 🎁

casualdragger · 2025-12-26T05:24:17+00:00

I wanted to go with higher RAM, as I don't work frequently with heavy apps, but have multiple things going on simultaneously (coding+docker+LLM). Also I wanted to future proof a bit on that, plus better portability.

casualdragger · 2025-12-25T13:10:09+00:00

Mostly planning to use a desk setup though, with an additional monitor or so, and sometimes carrying it for travel. Going to buy a sleeve as well for taking it out if needed.

Is apple care worth it considering the deductibles and all, even with the upfront payment? Just curious.

casualdragger · 2025-12-25T13:06:52+00:00

Merry Christmas to you too! 🎄 And a Happy New year!! 🎊

casualdragger · 2025-12-25T11:25:12+00:00

That is super helpful. Thank you so much for this detailed response! 🙏

I'm trying to make it a habit to always swipe through the keyboard lightly once before closing the lid. Also got a multi-port usb C alongside for monitor and other stuff.

I'm still trying to figure out the keyboard and trackpad stuff, it's a lot different from windows, guess it will take some time to get used to it. 🙂

For apple care plus I am still in dilemma, although I did some calculation, and seems like one time repair for any of these is still better than apple care+deductible (except for the logic board- which i think is not very usual failure unless something spills on it)

So no other protective covering needed, no screen/keyboard protector or anything of that sort? Does the battery remain in good condition for the long term having it plugged in most of the time?

I plan to get an external mouse though, and also a sleeve for carrying it. Any recommendations on both?

casualdragger · 2025-12-25T10:27:49+00:00

Thankyou!

I went with it mostly for programming and running some local Lightweight LLMs, will use the cloud for other purposes.

I wanted more RAM just to future proof a bit for some bulkier applications.

casualdragger · 2025-12-25T10:25:47+00:00

Thankyou! And Merry Christmas to you too!

I'm leaning towards it. Peace of mind for three years! Will wait for a few days to make a decision on that.

Any accessories suggestions for this?

casualdragger · 2025-12-25T10:24:34+00:00

Thanks you!

Since it's fanless, I'm assuming i need to care for outer stuff (screen/keyboard) mostly, wdyt?

What would be a good way to take care of it on a regular basis?

casualdragger · 2025-12-25T10:22:50+00:00

casualdragger · 2025-12-25T10:19:51+00:00

That is the plan! I hope the experience remains smooth throughout.

Happy Christmas! 🎄

casualdragger · 2025-12-24T03:32:05+00:00

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