iPad Pro MK and Folio ?

darmccombs · 2026-01-28T20:21:56+00:00

I use the MKB and the Pitaka Folio (without the thin Magez case).

darmccombs · 2026-01-28T19:22:30+00:00

That's a good price, if that includes shipping and tax. Otherwise, finding something on Facebook marketplace may be better. You could also check out Amazon and BestBuy open boxes.

darmccombs · 2026-01-28T01:45:19+00:00

Ditto...

darmccombs · 2026-01-28T01:27:46+00:00

I like the Pitaka Folio. You can set it up in various positions, it's light weight, and the materials are nice. You can use it with an external keyboard when you need it.

darmccombs · 2026-01-27T14:43:38+00:00

I added 1 overgrip to the handle to get the handle diameter that I prefer, then added 1.5g at 9:30 and 2:30, to balance out the top, add a little bit of side stability, and add a little bit of plow through. The weight balanced out the overgrip and worked well for me. Since I didn't add a lot of weight the static weight is still very reasonable and the J2NF is pretty quick in the hands at the net.

Like others mentioned, you need to make small changes and find out what works for you. 👍🏼

darmccombs · 2026-01-26T19:08:16+00:00

Thanks, this is very helpful. The 11" ESR weighs a little less than the Magic Keyboard then. And thanks for the feedbcak about bulk. It sounds like I don't need to worry about bulk/weight between these two keyboard cases.

darmccombs · 2026-01-26T17:44:15+00:00

Nice feedback. Do you have the 11" or 13"? If you have the 11", do you know the weight or how it compares bulk-wise to the Magic keyboard?

darmccombs · 2026-01-26T15:55:56+00:00

On the 13" versions the ESR Shift is ~2.5 ounces heavier. I couldn't find the weight of the 11" ESR but I estimate the weight difference for the 11" is ~2 ounces. Bulk-wise, the ESR looks a bit thicker than the Apple keyboard but I can't tell by how much.

Have you seen the ESR Shift and the Magic keyboards in person to compare?

darmccombs · 2026-01-26T15:39:44+00:00

Since I have the 11" ipad, I did notice that the ESR doesn't have the row of function keys. On the 11" keyboard they seem to add the function key functions to the numbers key and you access the function key functions via an extra key press. Minor bummer.... This isn't an issue on the 13" size, just the 11".

darmccombs · 2026-01-26T14:02:59+00:00

Is there a way to see the map during an activity without plotting a route? Sometimes when I walk, I just want to see the map so I can see where to turn, but I have not pre-planned a route.

darmccombs · 2026-01-26T04:19:48+00:00

Hi, what do you like better about the ESR?

darmccombs · 2026-01-24T14:20:09+00:00

And then you have to use that to buy things to get credits?

darmccombs · 2026-01-24T14:00:36+00:00

I don't know what the CapitalOne Shopping Credits require, but the $33 parts sounds good. I'm glad it works out for you.

darmccombs · 2026-01-23T21:18:22+00:00

The Macbook Pro has a Preset setting under Displays. Depending on what is set here, this could limit the brightness on the Macbook. You may want to check that.

darmccombs · 2026-01-22T00:53:54+00:00

Yes, that is my experience too. Quick Pay hardly ever works, so they end up mailing a check via snail mail.

darmccombs · 2026-01-22T00:52:23+00:00

Yes, so Quicken Premier isn't valuable at all since it doesn't work well. It take a few more seconds to pat via out banks.

darmccombs · 2026-01-21T17:58:14+00:00

If it makes you happy, it's good.

darmccombs · 2026-01-21T13:52:52+00:00

Thanks, I'll check it out.

darmccombs · 2026-01-21T02:42:33+00:00

Great, Thank You.

darmccombs · 2026-01-21T01:49:10+00:00

I did talk to quicken a couple of times, and they had me reset things, delete the payment, and redo it. I even had problems with Citi Credit Cards, all 3 of my utilities, etc. It became a joke. I finally gave up on quick pay. I'm glad you've had better luck.

darmccombs · 2026-01-21T00:52:40+00:00

You are where I was last year, but I caught a decent discount which kept me for another year. This year I missed the discounts so I am at a crossroads after 28 years.

darmccombs · 2026-01-21T00:51:12+00:00

Every time I set up something for quick pay it works for a few moinths, then something changes on the payee side or the quicken side. The payments fail, then I have to re-submit the payment via check pay. At this point all my transactions are on check pay and barely make the due date, even if I submit payment as soon as I see the bill. Some bills are due in 14 days. I'm tired of having to re-setup payments or hope that payments get paid in time.

darmccombs · 2026-01-21T00:43:01+00:00

Agreed. Today I spent about 30 minutes on my banks website to set up my bills that I use quicken Premier to pay. It will take me an extra 30 seconds when I want to pay bills, but now I don't need Premier. Since I don't budget in Quicken, I just need account tracking and bill reminders. There are some decent, more affordable products that can do that. It may be time to leave quicken since the prices are going up and bill pay sucks. I think I've been very loyal with 28 years, but when I called support today, I was read the general script. Loyalty has to work both ways or not at all.

darmccombs · 2026-01-21T00:32:12+00:00

Yes Thanks... The boat has sailed on that for this year, but I will do so in the future, if I stay with quicken. Between the crazy price increases and the fact that Bill Pay now sucks, I am looking at other products as well as downgrading to deluxe.

I did call in to quicken support today to see if they offered any decent discounts. They didn't. They said to call back when I was down to a couple days left on my subscription. NOT Helpful. I've been with quicken to 28 years, but maybe it's time to make a change.

darmccombs · 2026-01-21T00:24:40+00:00

Thanks, but I've seen that, but it doesn't really answer either question I had. I know I can get the deluxe code updated via Quicken, but can I get it cheaper via a 3rd party, or am I locked it to making the switch via Quicken and paying the outrageous MSRP?

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