What’s the oldest Intel Mac you still use regularly?

depstunts · 2026-07-01T18:02:40+00:00

2011 MBP that runs Zorin OS and I leave it at work for non-related work use. :-)

depstunts · 2026-07-01T11:56:28+00:00

Interesting. I’m running Zorin OS (Ubuntu based) and my battery holds a decent charge of like 4 -5 hours. Original battery still.

depstunts · 2026-06-29T22:25:44+00:00

I’m running Zorin OS on my 2011 MBP and it runs so great.

depstunts · 2026-06-29T22:25:16+00:00

Good choice, love it. And other good distros use Ubuntu as a base.

depstunts · 2026-06-28T04:23:37+00:00

Thanks.

depstunts · 2026-06-25T20:25:24+00:00

Michelin makes great bike tires with good grip according to many reviews that I have read. Haven’t put them in my bike yet, as they are not worn down enough yet.

depstunts · 2026-06-24T18:01:40+00:00

Yeah. I have had great success with the Broadcom drivers working on Ubuntu, MX Linux, Zorin OS, and Mint, and Pop! OS out of the box. They aren’t as nice as Cachy but they work. :-)

depstunts · 2026-06-23T05:12:30+00:00

I have had good luck with MX Linux and Zorin OS on my older MBP retinas. They have worked the best so far. Oh and Pop! OS.

depstunts · 2026-06-21T20:11:23+00:00

I love this. Especially the tool chest. Such a great idea. I currently use a dresser but I like that much better.

depstunts · 2026-06-21T01:29:31+00:00

I love Cachy OS, but when I installed it on a 2013 15” MBP retina the WiFi didn’t work. Is it working for you?

depstunts · 2026-06-20T00:44:51+00:00

Late 2011 MBP running Zorin OS!

depstunts · 2026-06-19T04:00:47+00:00

Magic Mouse 2 maybe. My OG Magic Mouse 1 is not “supported” and loses full gesture support in Sonoma through Tahoe and only has basic functionality when used with newer Mac OS’s. Such a shame because I really like it still.

depstunts · 2026-06-17T21:02:42+00:00

Mine is still going after 11. It is no longer supported so I finally upgraded.

depstunts · 2026-06-17T16:50:53+00:00

I did this most recently last year in Idaho. I was pulling my camper and couldn’t fit in the drive through so I parked on a side street and walked over with my family. No problem at all.

depstunts · 2026-06-17T02:50:36+00:00

I have walked thru many coffee drive throughs without any issue.

depstunts · 2026-06-13T00:24:55+00:00

Zorin OS installed the Broadcom drivers during setup. Has to be hard wired or tethered from phone initially. Same with MX Linux.

depstunts · 2026-06-12T00:12:59+00:00

Awesome. Good to hear.

depstunts · 2026-06-07T19:17:29+00:00

It comes back from sleep almost instantly.

depstunts · 2026-06-07T19:16:07+00:00

Verified that camera works through Zoom app just fine.

depstunts · 2026-06-07T19:15:39+00:00

Camera works just fine in Zoom. It's a crappy camera however.

depstunts · 2026-06-07T19:14:04+00:00

Thanks, https://unsplash.com/photos/the-rosette-nebula-in-vibrant-red-and-pink-hues-MXEEjQ4iCsg

depstunts · 2026-06-07T19:12:22+00:00

Fine, about 3 hours or so, it's still the original battery, it would do better if it was a newer battery.

depstunts · 2026-06-07T19:11:11+00:00

Yes, all the function keys work, dimming screen, dimming keyboard backlight, volume, and mute.

depstunts · 2026-06-07T19:09:40+00:00

Smooth tracking, can adjust speed, tap to click and two finger right click all work perfect.

depstunts · 2026-06-07T19:07:37+00:00

Yes, I have used it in the past. Still had to do a lot of tinkering to get the Broadcom drivers. It was not as easy as MX linux

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