Post Your Mac Setup: Past & Present!

[yetanotherdave]

http://myskitch.com/gavinmorrison/skitched-20070804-232635.jpg

I really hope you've got a decent backup procedure in place for that server as you seem to have everything on it!

[iMark]

Although I wouldn't put it quite as the previous poster put it, the aspect ratio doesn't look right on that (which worries me as I'm considering getting a 23" white Samsung for my Macbook). Is that a DVD being played on it through the Macbook? Or a separate DVD player?

nah trust me it is you can change the picture mode anyway to other settings but that is optimum as it has no black lines and the image is preserved in it's original aspect ratio with no distortion, even if that pic looks a little off.

it's just hooked up to xbox 360 for dvd, although i have mini dvi connection to my Macs too.

[sycho]

it is setup correctly at 16:9 for that movie, you sarky git

(just a bad photo, as stated)

Although I wouldn't put it quite as the previous poster put it, the aspect ratio doesn't look right on that (which worries me as I'm considering getting a 23" white Samsung for my Macbook). Is that a DVD being played on it through the Macbook? Or a separate DVD player?

That image is defiantly a 4:3 image, stretched to 16:9. Notice that the face is wide and not natural looking, that image should have bars on the side to keep the shape of the original aspect ratio.

Like this:

http://photos-a.ak.facebook.com/photos-ak-sctm/v66/27/99/660435248/n660435248_128540_251.jpg

[saxondale.]

http://img339.imageshack.us/img339/3651/img04622sw8.jpg

[iCheddar]

here's another...

I demand close up shots of this! I've been looking for ages for a good monitor that also pivots, but never thought of one of these mounts.

MOAR

[technicolor]

I demand close up shots of this! I've been looking for ages for a good monitor that also pivots, but never thought of one of these mounts.

MOAR
Looks like a Dell to me.

[odinsride]

http://img339.imageshack.us/img339/3651/img04622sw8.jpg

I like..but no studio monitors for that mbox?

[raggedjimmi]

Back! Right - my last woodtech lesson or experience was back in secondary school, almost 8 years ago. But I managed to whip up a completely working "riser" to slot my drawing tablet under!

http://satansam.co.uk/ftp/diy.jpg


http://satansam.co.uk/ftp/diy2.jpg

[saxondale.]

I like..but no studio monitors for that mbox?
Not at the moment.
I have studio headphones - AKG K271

[vicious7]

Back! Right - my last woodtech lesson or experience was back in secondary school, almost 8 years ago. But I managed to whip up a completely working "riser" to slot my drawing tablet under!



What drawing tablet are you using? I just picked up toonboom's storyboard pro and I'm shopping around for a tablet...

[raggedjimmi]

What drawing tablet are you using? I just picked up toonboom's storyboard pro and I'm shopping around for a tablet...

When my Wacom broke I just went for the cheapest and largest I could find. This is an A4 Tevion MD41217, about £40 from Aldi, of all places. Its doing a better job than my Wacom ever did too :D

[iCheddar]

Looks like a Dell to me.

I should have mentioned, I am looking for a good display other than the Dell. I'm very reluctant to buy the Dell based on principle.

However, I'd like to see closer/higher res versions of this setup, that wall mount just might be the thing that would do it for me.

[epochblue]

http://photos-a.ak.facebook.com/photos-ak-sctm/v66/27/99/660435248/n660435248_128540_251.jpg

Great episode..."Steve walks warily down the street with his brim pulled way down low." Maybe one of my favorite gags in Family Guy ever.

[PCRanger]

I'd like to point out I cleared up quite a bit before taking this...:p
I'll try to return later, with an even cleaner picture!
Macbook Core Duo 2GHz, 1GB RAM(Needs upgrading to 2GB!), 80GB HD, 320GB External MyBook Premium, BT Mighty Mouse, Sony 19" 420GS CRT
And then there's the PC hiding in the corner, which doesn't get that much use these days. The speakers on the desk are used with the PC. My Macbook sound goes through my Hi-fi.
I'd like more stuff; like a nice TFT, but all my money is going on car insurance/university at the moment!
Seen some very nice setups in this thread! Kudos to you all... :o
Not seen: Nikon D50, and a random assortment of networking equipment.

[Tumeg101]

I wonder who is going to be the first to post there set up with the new iMac :rolleyes:

[UMHurricanes34]

I wonder who is going to be the first to post there set up with the new iMac :rolleyes:

..........
http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1225/1043854601_d17a27edec_o.jpg

ZING!

Special Backwards Apple Edition.

[AaronE]

lol I think it has an oil leak...

[plinkoman]

..........
ZING!

Special Backwards Apple Edition.

nice keyboard...

[p0intblank]

nah trust me it is you can change the picture mode anyway to other settings but that is optimum as it has no black lines and the image is preserved in it's original aspect ratio with no distortion, even if that pic looks a little off.

it's just hooked up to xbox 360 for dvd, although i have mini dvi connection to my Macs too.

Mark, I agree with the others. That is definitely not the correct aspect ratio you are using. You can clearly see the subject is stretched. You should be seeing black columns on each side of the image, as it is a 4:3 signal.

[Cassie]

http://macuser9214.com/guitar.jpg

http://macuser9214.com/setup3.jpg

http://macuser9214.com/setup4.jpg




The Power Behind it all.....
http://macuser9214.com/power.jpg

Nice mini. Love when those things are actually put to use.

[vicious7]

When my Wacom broke I just went for the cheapest and largest I could find. This is an A4 Tevion MD41217, about £40 from Aldi, of all places. Its doing a better job than my Wacom ever did too :D

Ah, ok, thanks. I'll see if I can find it on this side of the pond. :)

[Tinlad]

Latest setup:
http://www.mydarkmaterials.co.uk/misc/desk1.jpg
My room's just been redecorated and my dad's made me a desk from scratch. It's great: it's been built with hiding cables and peripherals in mind - there's a cable basket underneath, a slot to feed cables through and a cupboard that as-well as providing storage has two shelves in to put my external HDDs on (and my FireWire Solo).

The Wireless Mighty Mouse and LCD are new. The LCD's a 20" LG L204WT which features both DVI and VGA incase I should get a XBox 360.:D

Love it. Best, and neatest, setup I've ever had.

[DJMastaWes]

..........
http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1225/1043854601_d17a27edec_o.jpg

ZING!

Special Backwards Apple Edition.

At first glance, I thought this was real.

[monke]

At first glance, I thought this was real.

Same here. Then I saw the keyboard...

[seattle]

Here is my new 24" iMac I just set it up.

http://www.puppybark.com/imac.jpg


Full version here.

http://www.puppybark.com/imac2.jpg

I wonder who is going to be the first to post there set up with the new iMac :rolleyes:

I guess I was.

[Killyp]

They are disgustingly good looking aren't they :D

I can't wait till they come to the UK. Beautiful setup!

[NickD]

Gorgeous! Just beautiful.

[monke]

Wonderful. Nice Setup. Got some wire clutter going on there though. :p

[lost eden]

Here is my new 24" iMac I just set it up.

http://www.puppybark.com/imac.jpg


Full version here.

http://www.puppybark.com/imac2.jpg



I guess I was.

Is that what Apple is trying to pass off as a keyboard these days? I've seen sturdier built cereal boxes!

[RJS9S]

love the new imac... upset about the keyboard.

[xfiftyfour]

love the new imac... upset about the keyboard.
I just hate that the BT version doesn't have a number pad - why!?

[Tumeg101]

I just hate that the BT version doesn't have a number pad - why!?

they need to have 2 BT versions, one as the full keyboard, and one without the number pad

[xfiftyfour]

they need to have 2 BT versions, one as the full keyboard, and one without the number pad
I don't even see why they need the smaller version, to be honest.

[RJS9S]

I don't even see why they need the smaller version, to be honest.

+10

[vicious7]

Here is my new 24" iMac I just set it up.

<snip>


Full version here.

http://www.puppybark.com/imac2.jpg



I guess I was.

Nice...how's the new thin KB to type on? Does it flop around or does it seem too light? And how quiet is it? I'm thinking of replacing my keyboard with this new one since the current Apple KBs are quite noisy.

[seattle]

Nice...how's the new thin KB to type on? Does it flop around or does it seem too light? And how quiet is it? I'm thinking of replacing my keyboard with this new one since the current Apple KBs are quite noisy.

It is quieter than the last model and even though it is very small it has a good weight to it. It does not flop around and seems very stable. I would go to the store and try it out and see how you like it.

[puckhead193]

nice new imac.
I went to the apple store to check them out (smith haven) and its nice, the screen is nice, but that keyboard NEEDS to go.

[techlover828]

I am upset that the bluetooth version of the new keyboard is "small" it's so pointless and I hate it.

[Cassie]

The new keyboard is MUCH better then the old one. When I bought my mini, I decided against getting the Apple keyboard and mouse because frankly, they sucked and I didnt want to waste my money.

Now, I am actually saving up for the new keyboard.

[vicious7]

It is quieter than the last model and even though it is very small it has a good weight to it. It does not flop around and seems very stable. I would go to the store and try it out and see how you like it.

Thanks. I think I'll do that. I hope it doesn't feel like the chiclet keys on the macbooks...:(

[daneoni]

They are disgustingly good looking aren't they :D

I can't wait till they come to the UK. Beautiful setup!

If you mean the iMacs, they are already in the UK....in retail stores.

[vohdoun]

I think the keyboard looks stunning, its so flat. It almost looks as if it is somewhat built into the desk.

Can't wait to get mine.

[wvtbred]

Anyone think the 24" is too big? Trying to decide on a 20 or 24. Why would I need the 24?

[barr08]

Anyone think the 24" is too big? Trying to decide on a 20 or 24. Why would I need the 24?

Graphic design, or if you intend to watch a lot of media.

Edit: plus, chicks dig it.

[JHacker]

Anyone think the 24" is too big? Trying to decide on a 20 or 24. Why would I need the 24?

Nothing is too big! That is, unless you have a small desk and your face is going to be really close to the monitor. Otherwise, if you can afford it, get as big as possible!

[wvtbred]

Nothing is too big! That is, unless you have a small desk and your face is going to be really close to the monitor. Otherwise, if you can afford it, get as big as possible!

Desk is medium size 6' w x 30" d so I guess it would be ok

[seattle]

Anyone think the 24" is too big? Trying to decide on a 20 or 24. Why would I need the 24?

I work with a lot of windows open and the extra space is great.

[wvtbred]

I work with a lot of windows open and the extra space is great.

This one will mainly be for leisure and don't see watching dvd's on it since I have a larger tv in the room.

[daneoni]

iMac, say hello to Macrumors. Macrumors, meet iMac.

EDIT: Did some cable management at the back

[NickElls]

New iMac users: How does the keyboard feel? I was thinking of getting one.

[Sean Dempsey]

iMac, say hello to Macrumors. Macrumors, meet iMac

There is no visible glare in the first picture, awesome. I can't wait til I have mine.

[giganten]

iMac, say hello to Macrumors. Macrumors, meet iMac

It is a nice machine you got there.

[mac2thefuture]

http://i138.photobucket.com/albums/q280/cstridy/100_0904.jpg

[daneoni]

New iMac users: How does the keyboard feel? I was thinking of getting one.

The keyboard feels weird at first but you get used to it and i dont have any issues with it in fact im really liking it.

It is a nice machine you got there.

Thanks

[vohdoun]

Oh this is so sexy!

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1171/1056673414_460c9149e0.jpg?v=1186631773

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1064/1043670738_0d50a2a328_o.jpg

http://img239.imageshack.us/img239/2592/wirelesskbxs0.jpg

[Muzzway]

My current Mac mini with a Compaq CRT monitor.

http://i202.photobucket.com/albums/aa243/fluffbird/IMG_0376.jpg

My 1GHz eMac and old Compaq box.

http://i202.photobucket.com/albums/aa243/fluffbird/IMG_0378.jpg

G3 iMac and Macintosh LC.

http://i202.photobucket.com/albums/aa243/fluffbird/IMG_0380.jpg

Not too impressive.

[The3nd]

Nice keyboard

edit: I saw it... I want it...

[Gav]

Personally I think the Logitech Edge keyboards look and perform way better than the new Apple Keyboards (yes, I have tried one). The black complements the iMac perfectly:

http://www.trixster.se/Logitech_diNovo_Edge_2.jpg

[Benjamindaines]

iMac, say hello to Macrumors. Macrumors, meet iMac

Looks nice, what do you think of the black back? I don't know if I'm too keen on it...

[daneoni]

Looks nice, what do you think of the black back? I don't know if I'm too keen on it...

It does look like a dell somewhat but its classier, in that its slimmer and there are no vents....basically a simple sleek design. I dont mind it

Then again the imac is facing a wall so no one will see it. Actually thats a lie, people have been marvelling at how thin it is and actually go to the back to check if there's a magic trick somewhere :p

Overall though, would i have preferred an all aluminum back?...yes but nonetheless its a cool design. Things could be a lot worse.....

[vicious7]

Personally I think the Logitech Edge keyboards look and perform way better than the new Apple Keyboards (yes, I have tried one). The black complements the iMac perfectly:

<snip>

You mean, like this? iMac, sans chin with a thinner version of the Edge. ;)

[CmdrLaForge]

You mean, like this? iMac, sans chin with a thinner version of the Edge. ;)

Now that looks awesome. Pls send it to Apple.

[najeroni]

Now that looks awesome. Pls send it to Apple.

but first change the mouse please :D

[vicious7]

but first change the mouse please :D

Okay, how about a brushed aluminum mouse with glossy black plastic squeeze buttons on the side.

[daneoni]

You mean, like this? iMac, sans chin with a thinner version of the Edge. ;)

Looks dangerously close to this, sans the base of course

[yetanotherdave]

Looks dangerously close to this, sans the base of course

Have you seen that thing from any other angle??
Ugliest thing EVER.

[monke]

You mean, like this? iMac, sans chin with a thinner version of the Edge. ;)

That is what the new iMac should look like.

Lose the chin, add 1/2 an inch on the back, it would look way better.

[vicious7]

And since we're just playin around. Here's a quickie 3/4 view. :)

[M3G4]

iMac, say hello to Macrumors. Macrumors, meet iMac

Gosh, they're oddly thin. Anorexic iMacs :(. Mine's been spewing 0's and 1's since seeing the new ones... lol

I remember buying a laptop style keyboard for the pc, it was bloody awful, cost me £35 and rattled like crazy! Every time you typed it was like the plastic underneath was whacking against the bottom of the keypad. Odd.

I don't think the Apple BT desktop I got with my big iMac are all that terrible. Certainly more tolerable than the Logitech keyboard I had... weird thing. I like the Logitech mouse more though.

[ricgnzlzcr]

And since we're just playin around. Here's a quickie 3/4 view. :)

Hi, this is Steve Jobs. Would you like a job?

[Shotglass]

Hi, this is Steve Jobs. Would you like a job?He's a recovering alcoholic, divorced 5 times and sleeps with his boss in her office while everybody's watching, so I wouldnt hire him if i were you.

I myself could use the money, though.





Oh, you meant the design? Ok, forget what I said :o

[dontwalkhand]

I have just added a 20" Samsung LCD to my setup.http://img374.imageshack.us/img374/1808/currentdesktopsetupju4.th.jpg (http://img374.imageshack.us/my.php?image=currentdesktopsetupju4.jpg)

[FadeToBlack]

iMac, say hello to Macrumors. Macrumors, meet iMac

GOD, that thing is SEXY! :eek:

Best looking Mac EVER, IMO. Can't wait 'til mine comes in!!!

Is yours the 20-inch or 24-inch, BTW?

[p0intblank]

Hey, I just happened to come across your setup on 123macmini.com:

http://www.123macmini.com/gallery/displayimage.php?album=lastup&cat=0&pos=3

Nice! :)

Edit: Meh, I screwed up the quote... Haha

[kymac]

And since we're just playin around. Here's a quickie 3/4 view. :)

come on people show some real setups. there's a forum for mockups.
http://forums.macrumors.com/showthread.php?t=331318
oh and it looks like youve already been there too. attention craving, eh?

[xtopher]

old and new!!!!

[davidjearly]

That is what the new iMac should look like.

Lose the chin, add 1/2 an inch on the back, it would look way better.

Except that it wouldn't. Not to mention it would be two inches off the desk, it would just look like any old tft monitor.

I'm glad they kept the chin - just wish it would say iMac somewhere on it.

[cleanup]

I'm glad they kept the chin - just wish it would say iMac somewhere on it.

Uhh, why? That'd be horrible from a design perspective. They don't stick "Mac Mini" on the Mini or "Mac Pro" on the Mac Pro. And the "MacBook" and "MacBook Pro" names are very inconspicuous, on the bottom bezel inside the notebook.

Logo and brand placement are important, but you never overdo it. Apple knows that. It's part of the reason why the Apple logo disappeared from the Command key.

[iAlan]

You mean, like this? iMac, sans chin with a thinner version of the Edge. ;)


Looks great. I don't want to sound like I am criticizing your efforts, just an observation…

Given Apple’s push to make the iMac thinner, then the chin is needed to house more of the inards, and will therefore not go away too soon. I do not think they could move stuff around on the inside enough to eliminate the chin, but hey, would look great if they could.

Also like how they show the side shot with the computer on a bit of an angle to use depth perception, and the black back of the iMac as well, to give the illusion of it’s thinness - oh it is thin, but the side view makes it look as thin as a cinema display.

And I got me a 24” as soon as the Ginza Apple Store opened Wednesday morning and I am happy I did so. I have run out of space in my little Tokyo apartment and did not want to wait for a new MacPro redesign or a mini-tower to take up less space, so decided to replace my original circa late 2004 PowerMac G5 with the new iMac (didn’t really and won’t need the power of a tower so iMac it was)

Will post pictures of my Mac family when I get home (New iMac, MacBook, G4 PowerBook - and my soon to be sold G5)

[jackiecanev2]

... I didn't pick the wall color, btw.

http://members.cox.net/oz.factor/P4260065.JPG

[MrSmith]

... I didn't pick the wall color, btw.
Actually, I like it.

[jackiecanev2]

yea. 'cept i like black (black desk, black bookshelf, blackbook, black is back) so it makes everything look halloween-y year round. :(

[pcorajr]

Here is my Setup I am going to purchase a new desk soon but for the time being.

This is my first Mac


http://i194.photobucket.com/albums/z190/pcorajr79/DSC00937.jpg

[vohdoun]

pcorajr, nice. How you liking the new keyboard? I'm absolutely in love with it, I've never typed so better. Love how quiet it is as well. Sounds like you're typing on a calculator.

[diamond3]

The more of these new imacs I see in actual places, the more I begin to like the looks of them. I was questioning the design at first, but I believe I can now say I like them. Maybe thats just because some of the new imac setups i've seen have been great.

And about the design of it and how people want a chinless imac. Well, after watching the disassembly of the new one I don't believe there is a chance that will happen with out changing the thickness, or changing the components like a smaller sized hd.

[xtopher]

if they went with the chinless, it would probably be a 'MBP tablet' for lack of better words

[vohdoun]

I quite like the chin at the bottom, you know it's Apple's style. I also notice how the Apple logo is now black which the same is for the Apple menu for Leopard. Perhaps this is why they are following this look for the exterior...

[plinkoman]

You mean, like this? iMac, sans chin with a thinner version of the Edge. ;)

http://att.macrumors.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=81917&d=1186696883

Next Cinema Display Perhaps?

[pcorajr]

pcorajr, nice. How you liking the new keyboard? I'm absolutely in love with it, I've never typed so better. Love how quiet it is as well. Sounds like you're typing on a calculator.

Thank you, To be honest i was a bit skeptical about the new keyboard, as you can see i have a logitec keyboard that i use to play wow, i was 100% sure i was going to replace the iMac keyboard and mouse with my PC setup. But as you said, the keyboard is a dream to type in. I love the style and feel. I also love the fact that I can slant it and wrap my hand around it.

That might change once i start playing wow on the Mac but for the time being i love the new keyboard.

[giganten]

The more of these new imacs I see in actual places, the more I begin to like the looks of them. I was questioning the design at first, but I believe I can now say I like them. Maybe thats just because some of the new imac setups i've seen have been great.

And about the design of it and how people want a chinless imac. Well, after watching the disassembly of the new one I don't believe there is a chance that will happen with out changing the thickness, or changing the components like a smaller sized hd.

I agree whit you, when I see the new iMacs in actual places the more I start to like them.

[Dinosaur Jr.]

I'm still getting used to the new iMac. I saw one in person the other day, loved the keyboard. At times I think they're the best looking iMacs ever, but other times I kind of miss white, as the black and silver remind me of every other monitor.

Another thing that kind of bugs me is that the iMac no longer matches the MacBook or even the iPod (though I'm sure the 6th gen. iPod will match it).

Off subject, when do you guys think Apple will redesign the MacBook Pro? When will they upgrade the keyboard to be like the MacBook's/iMac's?

[xtopher]

i dont like how the wireless keyboard isnt full size like the wired.... would have been nice.....

[FadeToBlack]

The more new iMac setups I see, the more I want mine!! I believe the estimated delivery date is the 15th. They just got my money order today. Man, I can't wait! :cool:

[davidjearly]

Uhh, why? That'd be horrible from a design perspective. They don't stick "Mac Mini" on the Mini or "Mac Pro" on the Mac Pro. And the "MacBook" and "MacBook Pro" names are very inconspicuous, on the bottom bezel inside the notebook.

Logo and brand placement are important, but you never overdo it. Apple knows that. It's part of the reason why the Apple logo disappeared from the Command key.

Except that it was like that on the last generation of iMacs and looked absolutely fine.

[kidwithdimples]

I was wondering how do you people hook up the Xbox 360 with your external monitor? I have a DELL E207WFP 20" widescreen. And I'm going to buy xbox360 halo edition end of august.

[APPLEFAN8]

I be posting mine is about 1 1/2 weeks when I get it monday the 20th tax free in delaware! My dad is driving me down to delaware from jersey! I'll get it for 1400 since my dad is state police(goverment discount!). Then I'll post it! IO'll have an external screen for my b-day which is in october! Can't wait!

[timmillwood]

old and new!!!!

Was it really worth the swap?
they are both MBP's not even a powerbook so the first one musnt of been that old

[xtopher]

i bought the one MBP then a few days later the new ones came out and students get a free iPod so i figured why not?? faster better computer(by a bit) and a free ipod. so i swapped them but because of complications (long story) i had 2 for one day:D

[mac2thefuture]

old and new!!!!

Your photo suggests quite a difference between the two systems displaying the same image. In real life is it as visible or have you played with settings etc on one of them.

[xtopher]

exact same thing no altering or anything. i was pretty surprised

[StealthRider]

I was wondering how do you people hook up the Xbox 360 with your external monitor? I have a DELL E207WFP 20" widescreen. And I'm going to buy xbox360 halo edition end of august.

You should have gotten the 2007WFP rather than the budget E207 if that's what you wanted to use it for - the 2007 has composite, S-video, and VGA inputs in addition to the DVI that the E207 has on board.

[toothpaste]

23" acd
Cisco catalyst 3524 switch
lacie 250gb
powermac 2.5 dual
cisco book
stella (beer)
tea

"look" stenciled on my desk to remind me that the answer to any question is there all you have to do is look

http://img337.imageshack.us/img337/5535/toothpastesworkspacetx2.jpg

[Gav]

old and new!!!!

Explain, NOW, why you have two MBPs? Its very bad for the enviroment, I suggest that you send one to me now. You selfish person... :rolleyes:

23" acd
Cisco catalyst 3524 switch
lacie 250gb
powermac 2.5 dual
cisco book
stella (beer)
tea

"look" stenciled on my desk to remind me that the answer to any question is there all you have to do is look



Why do you have a random Cisco switch on your desk?? :P

[DoFoT9]

Why do you have a random Cisco switch on your desk?? :P

that would be his yellowpages equivilent :cool:

[toothpaste]

Why do you have a random Cisco switch on your desk?? :P

I'm using it to study for my cisco certs. I have a few more switches/routers but I don't have a rack or a rolling cabinet to put it in, plus they eat up power so one is sufficient.

[xtopher]

Explain, NOW, why you have two MBPs? Its very bad for the enviroment, I suggest that you send one to me now. You selfish person... :rolleyes:

i dont have the one anymore just the new one :(

[Gav]

i dont have the one anymore just the new one :(

Okay then :o

I'm using it to study for my cisco certs. I have a few more switches/routers but I don't have a rack or a rolling cabinet to put it in, plus they eat up power so one is sufficient.

Lol yeah, same here but I have a Cisco Router on my desk :)

[spencers]

... I didn't pick the wall color, btw.

http://members.cox.net/oz.factor/P4260065.JPG

where did you get the lamp?

[DoFoT9]

where did you get the lamp?

ikea no doubt

[The3nd]

I went to the apple store and saw the new keyboards.... i want one :(

http://img528.imageshack.us/img528/7485/picture5ie6.png

http://img19.imageshack.us/img19/5232/picture6sd8.png

waiting on my new key-b

[DoFoT9]

I went to the apple store and saw the new keyboards.... i want one :(

http://img528.imageshack.us/img528/7485/picture5ie6.png

http://img19.imageshack.us/img19/5232/picture6sd8.png

waiting on my new key-b

that is awsome!!! would have cost you a mint. hope u use all the power responsibly.

wats with the wadion lol.
waskily wabbit

[toothpaste]

Lol yeah, same here but I have a Cisco Router on my desk :)

That's cool. The switch is good for me to play with VLAN.

[zioxide]

where did you get the lamp?

ikea no doubt

got a link by any chance?

[yukon0013]

You can buy them singly in canada ...http://www.ikea.com/ca/en/catalog/products/00029225 In the states you can get them in a set of 2 http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/00095588

[giganten]

I went to the apple store and saw the new keyboards.... i want one :(

http://img528.imageshack.us/img528/7485/picture5ie6.png

http://img19.imageshack.us/img19/5232/picture6sd8.png

waiting on my new key-b

Nice setup!

[esco]

yea. 'cept i like black (black desk, black bookshelf, blackbook, black is back) so it makes everything look halloween-y year round. :(

I love orange. Despite being a little Halloweenish, it's still better than the light green color that plagues my walls...

My room used to be the guest room in the house. Reallyyy big, but reallyyyy feminine.

[DoFoT9]

got a link by any chance?

lol no sorry, its just a guess because most of the small lamps and whatnot are bought from ikea.
sorry

[plumbot]

My first Mac after 10 years in the Windows Wonderland and four months lurking on these forums waiting for the new iMac :D.
Here's my switch, before - switching - after.

[bembol]

Much cleaner! LOL Love the Desk, the new iMac's just keeps getting better every time I see pics. Can't wait to get my 24" October!

[NickD]

I love how whenever anyone gets a Mac their setup is instantly cleaner, LOL :P

Anyhoo, kudos man and enjoy the iMac!

[mac2thefuture]

My first Mac after 10 years in the Windows Wonderland and four months lurking on these forums waiting for the new iMac :D.
Here's my switch, before - switching - after.

The comparison is huge!! I assume you're more that happy with the transformation.:cool:

[yukon0013]

HERES THE LINKS FOR THE LAMP!!! You can buy them singly in canada ... In the states you can get them in a set of 2 http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/00095588

[kymac]

HERES THE LINKS FOR THE LAMP!!! You can buy them singly in canada ... In the states you can get them in a set of 2 http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/00095588

Well, here in the us theyre also sold as singles too, just not on the ikea website. the single ones are a lot smaller than both of the ones in the double set.

edit: here is my setup, the two inner lights closest to the mbp are two singles. the two outer lights were sold together.

[giganten]

My first Mac after 10 years in the Windows Wonderland and four months lurking on these forums waiting for the new iMac :D.
Here's my switch, before - switching - after.

Nice and clean.
I have to say I didnt like the design of the new iMac first but now I maybe have to say that it is better looking then the old.

[plumbot]

The comparison is huge!! I assume you're more that happy with the transformation.:cool:

I am so far. I've had a few issues, but most were anticipated. For example, I'm a Quicken freak and Quicken for Mac leaves much to be desired. I'm trying CrossOver so I can keep using the Win version. I've been using OpenOffice but it looks like the Mac version of that isn't quite ready for prime time, so I'm considering iWork.

My wife loves it, which is always a plus.

[plumbot]

Nice and clean.
I have to say I didnt like the design of the new iMac first but now I maybe have to say that it is better looking then the old.

It matches my printer better too...

[giganten]

It matches my printer better too...

Hehe, yes it does. :D

[Fender]

I have those great and cheap IKEA lights too.

http://farm1.static.flickr.com/161/412170829_843c3c0b24.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/stevekeys/412170829/)

[zioxide]

I have those great and cheap IKEA lights too.

I wish they sold them online. Ikea is over an hour away :(

[xtopher]

edit: here is my setup, the two inner lights closest to the mbp are two singles. the two outer lights were sold together.

is that a screensaver??? and does it come with the macs???

[giganten]

I have those great and cheap IKEA lights too.

http://farm1.static.flickr.com/161/412170829_843c3c0b24.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/stevekeys/412170829/)

Nice desk you got there, is it from ikea too?

[Fender]

Nice desk you got there, is it from ikea too?

Of course! :D Vika Amon table top + legs, I think.

[giganten]

Of course! :D Vika Amon table top + legs, I think.

Okay. I did really like it.

[rogersmj]

Got my new iMac a couple nights ago; these are from my first iWeb-published album (http://albums.rogersmj.com).

http://albums.rogersmj.com/Site/Albums.RogersMJ.com/Pages/New_iMac_files/Media/P8100012/P8100012.jpg?disposition=download

http://albums.rogersmj.com/Site/Albums.RogersMJ.com/Pages/New_iMac_files/Media/P8100020/P8100020.jpg?disposition=download

[Killyp]

The new iMacs really do look much better than the previous ones, that picture highlights the differences...

What background image is that?

[giganten]

Got my new iMac a couple nights ago; these are from my first iWeb-published album (http://albums.rogersmj.com).

http://albums.rogersmj.com/Site/Albums.RogersMJ.com/Pages/New_iMac_files/Media/P8100012/P8100012.jpg?disposition=download

http://albums.rogersmj.com/Site/Albums.RogersMJ.com/Pages/New_iMac_files/Media/P8100020/P8100020.jpg?disposition=download

I see that you have a laptop and a desktop. What would you recommend to do buy a cinema display or a iMac if you did have a MBP?

[rogersmj]

The new iMacs really do look much better than the previous ones, that picture highlights the differences...

What background image is that?

Yeah, I still think the white iMacs are quite classy but once I got them setup side by side I decided the new iMac is definitely sexier. The background image is from InterfaceLift. You can't quite see a big difference in the pictures here, but the new iMac's screen is substantially richer and brighter than the old iMac (which I already thought was a fantastic screen).

I see that you have a laptop and a desktop. What would you recommend to do buy a cinema display or a iMac if you did have a MBP?

It depends on what you typically do. I have always wanted to have two computers on hand because I love the mobility of laptops but also prefer the larger multi-screen capability of desktops, and I like to have a backup computer in case one goes down. I always say, though, that if I could only have one computer it would definitely be a laptop + large external display. If you're trying to choose between an iMac and a monitor for your MBP, that's a substantial price difference (unless you're talking about the 30"). Some people don't like the hassle of keeping things synchronized on two different computers, so that's something to consider too. I use a central file server to handle all that.

[Killyp]

Rather than have a display connected to a laptop, I would much much more rather have a laptop and a desktop.

Even with a laptop running in clamshell, it's a FAR far far FAR nicer experience to be running a machine on your desk, even while you're out. I use SimplifyMedia, Azureus and some other 'open all the time' apps constantly in use. As soon as I unplug my laptop, these become useless as they all depend on external hard drives. However, I want to go outside during the kind of weather we're having at the moment and use the net out there, rather than sit indoors melting and turning pasty-white.

iMac + MacBook/Pro > MacBook Pro + ACD + Keyboard

[vicious7]

Rather than have a display connected to a laptop, I would much much more rather have a laptop and a desktop.

Even with a laptop running in clamshell, it's a FAR far far FAR nicer experience to be running a machine on your desk, even while you're out. I use SimplifyMedia, Azureus and some other 'open all the time' apps constantly in use. As soon as I unplug my laptop, these become useless as they all depend on external hard drives. However, I want to go outside during the kind of weather we're having at the moment and use the net out there, rather than sit indoors melting and turning pasty-white.

iMac + MacBook/Pro > MacBook Pro + ACD + Keyboard

That's a good enough reason. My laptop is desk-locked until I get an MP to replace it. Then, once again, the MBP will be mobile, as it should be.

[daneoni]

Rather than have a display connected to a laptop, I would much much more rather have a laptop and a desktop.

Even with a laptop running in clamshell, it's a FAR far far FAR nicer experience to be running a machine on your desk, even while you're out. I use SimplifyMedia, Azureus and some other 'open all the time' apps constantly in use. As soon as I unplug my laptop, these become useless as they all depend on external hard drives. However, I want to go outside during the kind of weather we're having at the moment and use the net out there, rather than sit indoors melting and turning pasty-white.

iMac + MacBook/Pro > MacBook Pro + ACD + Keyboard

Amen. Im starting to realise this. Unplugging/plugging just doesnt cut it. Best setup would be an iMac/MacBook combo.

[plumbot]

Same day update. My wife is so enamored with the new machine, that she was on board with doing up the workspace :D. I'll leave the viewing audience to note the differences. The wine glass doesn't count... :p
:apple: for president.

[dontwalkhand]

Same day update. My wife is so enamored with the new machine, that she was on board with doing up the workspace :D. I'll leave the viewing audience to note the differences. The wine glass doesn't count... :p
:apple: for president.

Is it the wireless mighty mouse?

[daneoni]

Is it the wireless mighty mouse?

....and the chair.

On another note, imagine that RED wine spilling over the keyboard or onto the walls. Not a pretty sight

[plumbot]

....and the chair.

On another note, imagine that RED wine spilling over the keyboard or onto the walls. Not a pretty sight

That's me. Living on the edge.

[vicious7]

I went to the apple store and saw the new keyboards.... i want one :(

http://img19.imageshack.us/img19/5232/picture6sd8.png

waiting on my new key-b

What is it that you do with this much hardware?

I have those great and cheap IKEA lights too.

http://farm1.static.flickr.com/161/412170829_843c3c0b24.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/stevekeys/412170829/)

That is just mucho hot. In fact, I'm going to Ikea tomorrow to pick up a pair of those lights along with a TERTIAL lamp.

[rogersmj]

What is it that you do with this much hardware?

I think it was established a few pages back that it's just a giant porn machine.

[DoFoT9]

I think it was established a few pages back that it's just a giant porn machine.

he even says it in his sig!!! hahaha

i wonder if he'll share???

[vicious7]

I think it was established a few pages back that it's just a giant porn machine.

:eek: You have to be kidding. I can think of much cheaper ways to acquire porn. Geez, what a waste of a system. I guess this is what can be expected when you have too much money and nothing to do...

[dontwalkhand]

:eek: You have to be kidding. I can think of much cheaper ways to acquire porn. Geez, what a waste of a system. I guess this is what can be expected when you have too much money and nothing to do...
Its a joke, it was just becuase of his wallpaper.

[iCheddar]

Its not a porn acquisition machine, its a porn CREATION machine.

Obviously porn addicts demand only the highest quality videos and images, so of course he'd have to have top of the line equipment to deliver.:D

[DoFoT9]

Its not a porn acquisition machine, its a porn CREATION machine.

Obviously porn addicts demand only the highest quality videos and images, so of course he'd have to have top of the line equipment to deliver.:D

HAHAHAHAHAHA very nice.

wonder if he has ilife'08 yet :P. probably has FCP

[fenix61]

I have those great and cheap IKEA lights too.

http://farm1.static.flickr.com/161/412170829_843c3c0b24.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/stevekeys/412170829/)

amazing

[jessica.]

That's me. Living on the edge.

People who drink wine generally drink it. We don't tend to pour it all over the house.

[vicious7]

Its not a porn acquisition machine, its a porn CREATION machine.

Obviously porn addicts demand only the highest quality videos and images, so of course he'd have to have top of the line equipment to deliver.:D

LOL...I can imagine.

[kondspi]

Here's my much-anticipated new Mac/tech setup.

I got the shelves a few days ago, and since, have been setting stuff up, tweaking, and buying more stuff.

http://kondspi.googlepages.com/P1000116.jpg

Check out this Flickr link (http://flickr.com/photos/8133342@N05/1100170948/) for info on what everything is.

[DoFoT9]

Here's my much-anticipated new Mac/tech setup.

I got the shelves a few days ago, and since, have been setting stuff up, tweaking, and buying more stuff.

http://kondspi.googlepages.com/P1000116.jpg

Check out this Flickr link (http://flickr.com/photos/8133342@N05/1100170948/) for info on what everything is.

wow nice setup, ive really gotta get me some of those rack thingoes!!! i like how youve got it all setup. nice

:)

[FadeToBlack]

Love the new iMac pics!!! Keep 'em coming! Mine shipped out earlier today, so I should hopefully have it either today or tomorrow! I'm pumped! :cool:

[Chris Welch]

Same day update. My wife is so enamored with the new machine, that she was on board with doing up the workspace :D. I'll leave the viewing audience to note the differences. The wine glass doesn't count... :p
:apple: for president.

What kind of desk is this? It's exactly what I'm looking for.. a nice corner one.

[techlover828]

ichedder
"Its not a porn acquisition machine, its a porn CREATION machine.

Obviously porn addicts demand only the highest quality videos and images, so of course he'd have to have top of the line equipment to deliver."


links? jk ;)

[plumbot]

What kind of desk is this? It's exactly what I'm looking for.. a nice corner one.

I couldn't tell you. We bought it from a "desk store" a number of years ago.

[dtmac]

i have a nice set up too for editing

[giganten]

i have a nice set up too for editing

Nice setup. What are you editing?

[cornerdealy]

I changed around my space. I had this crappy little glass corner desk, which I liked in the beginning but soon grew old because it was so easy to see the wires behind it.

Now I just got a plain folding table and a tablecloth for the time being, that way I have a cheap solution to have a nice clean setup.

Before:
http://farm1.static.flickr.com/62/175632074_28d94ddb3c.jpg

After:
http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1400/1107394589_f24eedb816.jpg

A couple of notes: 1, I know it is right in front of the air conditioner, but the fans are pointed outwards and dont actually hit the imac and 2, I'm not in love with the table cloth, but it was the only one i had lying around the house so until I can get a nice clean white one, this will have to do (notice the green wallpaper to help make it look more complete).

Oh, and I got rid of the regular computer chair and replaced it with an exercise ball, needless to say, I'm never going back to regular chairs again.

[Taylor C]

I really want to get a few Apple posters. Where do you guys get them? I've checked eBay, searched around the net, and I'm considering going to one of the local Apple stores to ask if I they have any old ones I can buy/have. I have about 30 Apple product boxes on display, I even save Apple store bags--some posters would be awesome.

[Cassie]

My current Mac mini with a Compaq CRT monitor.

http://i202.photobucket.com/albums/aa243/fluffbird/IMG_0376.jpg

My 1GHz eMac and old Compaq box.

http://i202.photobucket.com/albums/aa243/fluffbird/IMG_0378.jpg

G3 iMac and Macintosh LC.

http://i202.photobucket.com/albums/aa243/fluffbird/IMG_0380.jpg

Not too impressive.

Actually, Im pretty drawn to the computers you own. :)

[iMacBook]

New setup. I somewhat cleaned the area. Also got rid of my crappy speakers and moved my nice stereo over there. Then, hooked the stereo to my MacBook. Everything sounds so much nicer. :)

Oh, and by the way, thats a Halo 3 Mountain Dew can on the top of the desk. :)

[APPLEFAN8]

I've changed my mine i'm not getting the black MB I'm getting the MBP 2.2 GHZ! ordering it friday I'll have the pics posted by next week! I can't wait I should get it tuesday or wednesday!

[flickwg]

Got my new iMac a couple nights ago; these are from my first iWeb-published album (http://albums.rogersmj.com).

<<Images were here>>



Hi i was just wondering, what you think of extendindg the imacs desktop.
I was thinking of doing a similar thing.
Is screen spanning/extending desktop standard in mac osx now, i cant remeber.

Thanks

flickwg

:apple:pi

[jaydon34]

Yeah, I like that too - is it just a rubber overlay?




Cwoar, 2.16MHz? My cellphone could run circles around that!


Yah its an iskin and I meant 2.16ghz I was rushing lol.

[rogersmj]

Hi i was just wondering, what you think of extendindg the imacs desktop.
I was thinking of doing a similar thing.
Is screen spanning/extending desktop standard in mac osx now, i cant remeber.

Thanks

flickwg

:apple:pi

I've never owned an iMac without using a 2nd monitor. In fact, I've never used a computer at home or work that didn't have at least two screens in the last 4 years. I highly recommend it.

And yes, screen spanning has always been standard in OS X. It was restricted from certain low-end Macs years ago (iBook, old iMacs), but that hasn't been the case for a long time. You can do extended desktop on any modern Mac.

[flickwg]

I've never owned an iMac without using a 2nd monitor. In fact, I've never used a computer at home or work that didn't have at least two screens in the last 4 years. I highly recommend it.

And yes, screen spanning has always been standard in OS X. It was restricted from certain low-end Macs years ago (iBook, old iMacs), but that hasn't been the case for a long time. You can do extended desktop on any modern Mac.

thanx

[mag2001]

Here is mine :p

[APPLEFAN8]

I ran into a problem! They sold out of my MBP close out model and there not getting anymore! So on monday I'm getting the Black macbook from delaware! The reason i'm going to go to delware is becuase its tax free(7% in NJ) and plus we get a goverment discount(dad is state police). But I'll have my pics up by tuesday!

[Mr. MacBook]

Haha. Me and my friend were fooling around, and we decided to build this ultimate setup. He realized that his Xbox 360 and new iMac was in the same room, and with a little help from me, we made his MacBook, iMac, and xbox 360 able to be used at the same time(but i would only reccomend using 2)

[v-ault]

Here's mine.

[Schnebar]

Now while my room is clean I will post my set up.

20" imac intel

20" dell

15gig iPod

Orange shuffle

HP printer

Bose speakers hooked up to my iPod in the dock.

Crap logitech speakers hooked up to the iMac

http://img66.imageshack.us/img66/4311/img2159ju4.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

http://img64.imageshack.us/img64/7092/img2162rg8.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

http://img68.imageshack.us/img68/7311/img2168xj7.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

http://img66.imageshack.us/img66/3332/img2169ce0.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

http://img234.imageshack.us/img234/103/picture1qo7.png (http://imageshack.us)

[cornerdealy]

ok, a little update from the last page...

I hated that green tablecloth (which was like one of those plastic outdoor ones, very sweaty) so I replaced it with a light grey cloth i found...I like this so much better... I can't wait until the new ipods come out also, so I can get rid of that nano and replace it with a full sized one in a dock...

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1431/1130153922_bc5d8937c5.jpg
http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1148/1130153584_e6cd0c935d.jpg

See the full sizes http://www.flickr.com/photos/84522172@N00/1130153584/in/photostream/

[esco]

the light gray tablecloth is MUCH more appealing to the eye

Good Choice

[lost eden]

ok, a little update from the last page...

I hated that green tablecloth (which was like one of those plastic outdoor ones, very sweaty) so I replaced it with a light grey cloth i found...I like this so much better... I can't wait until the new ipods come out also, so I can get rid of that nano and replace it with a full sized one in a dock...

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1431/1130153922_bc5d8937c5.jpg
http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1148/1130153584_e6cd0c935d.jpg

See the full sizes http://www.flickr.com/photos/84522172@N00/1130153584/in/photostream/

Can I ask what diameter the ball is? Mine is too small to seat me at table height without straining...

[yetanotherdave]

ok, a little update from the last page...

I hated that green tablecloth (which was like one of those plastic outdoor ones, very sweaty) so I replaced it with a light grey cloth i found...I like this so much better... I can't wait until the new ipods come out also, so I can get rid of that nano and replace it with a full sized one in a dock...

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1431/1130153922_bc5d8937c5.jpg
http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1148/1130153584_e6cd0c935d.jpg

See the full sizes http://www.flickr.com/photos/84522172@N00/1130153584/in/photostream/

What's with the roof tiles on your wall?

[cornerdealy]

Can I ask what diameter the ball is? Mine is too small to seat me at table height without straining...

it's 65 (cm or in or whatever units they use). I'm 5'11"

What's with the roof tiles on your wall?

lol, my house is pretty old (like around 80-100 years) and that wood siding was the original outside front of the house, then at some point after that they added a front room and just kept the siding up for some reason, like they just tacked a room right to the front of the house. I used to live next door, so my whole life it's had this front room, i dont know exactly when they added it.

It's funny cause this house is full of all kinds of unprofessional craftsmanship, just as you would expect from a house that was built almost a hundred years ago by whoever owned the property. a post in the basement was just a piece of beachwood that a previous owner told us was dragged by horse to put in here. When we put on an addition to the back of the house and we tore down the old walls, it seemed like it was put together with wood scraps. Apparantly it was also owned by the Genovese mafia here in NY.

[Muzzway]

Actually, Im pretty drawn to the computers you own. :)

Thanks, they (at least the eMac and mini) may not be the best but they suit my needs.

[dan7592]

for those of you with imacs - Do you guys run all of your wires through the hole in the stand?

[cornerdealy]

for those of you with imacs - Do you guys run all of your wires through the hole in the stand?

yep, well, except for the ipod wire...

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1046/1130114685_a0cfb4d724.jpg

[GilGrissom]

for those of you with imacs - Do you guys run all of your wires through the hole in the stand?
Only the power cable, but in my current room it's not a problem as my iMac is in an alcove so you can't see it behind it.

I'm moving to Rickmansworth on the outskirts of London next week to my new studio flat and have no idea where to place my iMac, so will probably end up putting all wires through the hole then, as they'll probably be on show more!

[kikobarbada]

http://aycu22.webshots.com/image/25141/2001403218355432542_rs.jpg

Top-end Macbook connected to 22in Viewsonic LCD.

[DoFoT9]

http://aycu22.webshots.com/image/25141/2001403218355432542_rs.jpg

Top-end Macbook connected to 22in Viewsonic LCD.

damnit every1 has awsome setups!!!!!!!!!

[TheChillPill]

Figured I would finally add mine to this.

Current setup is Macbook Pro (15", 2Gb Ram), Mac Mini, 2x 22" Samsung Syncmasters. One PC (on the floor), connected to a cheap 19" AMW mounted on an arm.

All 3 machines, and 4 screens use the same keyboard and mouse via Synergy. Current plan is to sell the MBP in the very near future and replace it with a Mac Pro, adding another 2 Syncmasters to give me more screen space and cleaner appearance.

http://img168.imageshack.us/img168/2893/081607114100oj0.th.jpg (http://img168.imageshack.us/my.php?image=081607114100oj0.jpg)

[sn0wstorm]

Officially inspired by Fender :)

http://www.studio-snow.com/images/desk.jpg

[xUKHCx]

Only the power cable, but in my current room it's not a problem as my iMac is in an alcove so you can't see it behind it.

I'm moving to Rickmansworth on the outskirts of London next week to my new studio flat and have no idea where to place my iMac, so will probably end up putting all wires through the hole then, as they'll probably be on show more!

Welcome to the area, I go to Ricky reasonably often to play golf. It is a really nice.

[lost eden]

it's 65 (cm or in or whatever units they use). I'm 5'11"
Hm, mine's 65cm as well, but then I'm only about 5'4" & I think my table is a good bit taller... Ah well I move out next month :)

[cornerdealy]

Hm, mine's 65cm as well, but then I'm only about 5'4" & I think my table is a good bit taller... Ah well I move out next month :)

well, I just measured my table (it's a small folding table from KMart) and it's about 30" tall, so there ya go.

[techlover828]

Figured I would finally add mine to this.

Current setup is Macbook Pro (15", 2Gb Ram), Mac Mini, 2x 22" Samsung Syncmasters. One PC (on the floor), connected to a cheap 19" AMW mounted on an arm.

All 3 machines, and 4 screens use the same keyboard and mouse via Synergy. Current plan is to sell the MBP in the very near future and replace it with a Mac Pro, adding another 2 Syncmasters to give me more screen space and cleaner appearance.

http://img168.imageshack.us/img168/2893/081607114100oj0.th.jpg (http://img168.imageshack.us/my.php?image=081607114100oj0.jpg)

nice setup, how does synergy work

[TheChillPill]

nice setup, how does synergy work

It's brilliant! I couldn't manage without it. I have the server installed in the PC (purely because the PC box doesn't do anything else and never moves), the macs have the client set to autoconnect when they are switched on.

I was skeptical about it before I gave it a go, and the only reason I did was because I didn't like any of the mac keyboards (I have a thing for everything matching!), using synergy the keys are properly mapped out which is a huge bonus.

[lost eden]

well, I just measured my table (it's a small folding table from KMart) and it's about 30" tall, so there ya go.

Thanks for going to the trouble for me :)

[ChicoWeb]

So I went and got the new keyboard today. Was a tad hard to get used to but now I'm loving it1

[vohdoun]

Elegant ChicoWeb!

[techlover828]

So I went and got the new keyboard today. Was a tad hard to get used to but now I'm loving it1

I love ACD

[DoFoT9]

So I went and got the new keyboard today. Was a tad hard to get used to but now I'm loving it1

how does the mbp go with cpu intensive tasks and heat??? on that stand it wouldnt run too hot would it??

very nice setup!!!

[vicious7]

Now that is a set up I want for the home office. The only thing missing is an ACD ;)

[ChicoWeb]

how does the mbp go with cpu intensive tasks and heat??? on that stand it wouldnt run too hot would it??

very nice setup!!!

Not bad. I'd like it to run cooler, but having it up on the elevator helps a bit. If it wasn't on a stand, I'm sure it would start burning holes through the desk :)

I'll put it in my bag, just as I did with my g4, and it will get so hot it shuts off and drains the battery :(. You almost have to let it sit for 30 minutes before you put it in a case or it will heat up seems.

[DoFoT9]

Not bad. I'd like it to run cooler, but not having it up on the it's not to bad. If it wasn't on a stand, I'm sure it would start burning holes through the desk :)

hhaha that is a very likely situation!
maybe turn ur fans up a bit manually. that does a good job for me.

[FadeToBlack]

My new 20" iMac. I LOVE IT!! :cool:

http://usera.imagecave.com/FadeToBlack/iMac/iMac3.jpg

And yes, that's one of those plastic chairs that's meant to be outside. Been using it for as long as I can remember. I dig it.

[xsphat]

How does the new keyboard feel? What is good and bad about it?

[FadeToBlack]

How does the new keyboard feel? What is good and bad about it?

It's EXCELLENT!! It feels like you're typing on a big laptop keyboard to me. Very quiet. I loved it right when I started using it.

Honestly, I can't think of any bad things about it. It's awesome.

[Markleshark]

I must agree. I bought a wired one and I love it, comfortable, quiet, easy to type on. Great stuff.

[vicious7]

I definitely have to try the new KB out. I already think its a great design. Now it's just a question of how good it is to type on and if it's solid enough not to flap around when typed on. It's so thin.

[drewfus]

I'm posting a few pics of various setups I've had over the years.

http://img409.imageshack.us/img409/9405/200203241238271ir8.jpg (http://imageshack.us)
This one is the first one I ever even thought to take pictures of at all. Power Mac G3 450 MHz, along with a TiBook 500 MHz

http://img407.imageshack.us/img407/9168/img0744gv1.jpg (http://imageshack.us)
Here's my iMac G4 800 MHz, along with the same TiBook from before. I still think this was the best computer design.

http://img267.imageshack.us/img267/6126/dscn0283tf6.jpg (http://imageshack.us)
Now we move to the iMac G5 2.0 GHz, with an iBook G4 1.42 GHz.

http://img262.imageshack.us/img262/5471/dscn4045zu5.jpg
Finally, the most current setup. 20"iMac 2.4 GHz, with a 1st gen BlackBook 2.0 GHz

[vendettabass]

http://img262.imageshack.us/img262/5471/dscn4045zu5.jpg
Finally, the most current setup. 20"iMac 2.4 GHz, with a 1st gen BlackBook 2.0 GHz

awesome!! thats gonna look quite like my setup in october when I get myself an iMac.

[techlover828]

drewfus, nice setup, I really like the hutch thing and the way its all symmetrical

[drewfus]

drewfus, nice setup, I really like the hutch thing and the way its all symmetrical


haha...I attribute that to my faux OCD. :D

On a more serious note, I can't take credit for the desk. I'm renting an apartment in Miami that's fully furnished, so I sort of adapted myself to the surroundings and not the other way around.

[seattle]

My iMacs. 15" G4 and new iMac 24"

http://www.puppybark.com/imacs.jpg

[firelord901]

drewfus, where'd you get the wallpaper on the 2.4GHz imac?

[vicious7]

My iMacs. 15" G4 and new iMac 24"

<snip>

Wow, what a difference a few years make...:eek:

[drewfus]

firelord, to be completely honest, I have no idea. I can post it if you'd like.

[firelord901]

firelord, to be completely honest, I have no idea. I can post it if you'd like.

If you can it'd be great. Thanks.

[drewfus]

Here ya go! Had to make the file a bit smaller...if you want the full sized one, PM me.

[firelord901]

Here ya go! Had to make the file a bit smaller...if you want the full sized one, PM me.

Thanks

[kick52]

ok, a little update from the last page...

I hated that green tablecloth (which was like one of those plastic outdoor ones, very sweaty) so I replaced it with a light grey cloth i found...I like this so much better... I can't wait until the new ipods come out also, so I can get rid of that nano and replace it with a full sized one in a dock...


I have a question about the ball. How is it using it as a normal desk chair? Is it comfortable? etc.

edit:

iMac G3:
http://kick52.com/dump/old/imac.jpg
iMac G3 + PowerMac G4:
http://kick52.com/dump/old/macs.jpg
PowerMac G4 + iBook G4:
http://kick52.com/dump/pmplusibook.png

[cornerdealy]

I have a question about the ball. How is it using it as a normal desk chair? Is it comfortable? etc.

The ball takes some getting used to, but I never want to go back to a regular chair.

Now, granted, it will never be as comfortable as a nice big padded, form fitted chair, but I noticed myself constantly slouching and leaning back and getting in as close to a laying down position as possible in my old chair. I didn't like this because it made me feel stagnant and tired. It is perfect for those who have to be or find themselves in front of the computer for long periods of time and want to get some exercise in.

The ball forces you to do a few things:
1. keep your balance and stay more in tune with your center of gravity
2. use your midsection to keep you seated
3. keep your back straight and have better posture

On top of that, there are a ton of exercises to do on the ball, so when I'm bored or have nothing to do, I'll just roll back and do some crunches or whatever on the ball, then roll back up and continue to use the computer. Sometimes it's fun to just play some iTunes and bounce around on it, it's just added exercise during times when I would normally not be getting any.

Search google, there's tons of sites talking about how good it is (health wise), sorry for being so long winded, but I really enjoy the ball.

[kick52]

The ball takes some getting used to, but I never want to go back to a regular chair.

Now, granted, it will never be as comfortable as a nice big padded, form fitted chair, but I noticed myself constantly slouching and leaning back and getting in as close to a laying down position as possible in my old chair. I didn't like this because it made me feel stagnant and tired. It is perfect for those who have to be or find themselves in front of the computer for long periods of time and want to get some exercise in.

The ball forces you to do a few things:
1. keep your balance and stay more in tune with your center of gravity
2. use your midsection to keep you seated
3. keep your back straight and have better posture

On top of that, there are a ton of exercises to do on the ball, so when I'm bored or have nothing to do, I'll just roll back and do some crunches or whatever on the ball, then roll back up and continue to use the computer. Sometimes it's fun to just play some iTunes and bounce around on it, it's just added exercise during times when I would normally not be getting any.

Search google, there's tons of sites talking about how good it is (health wise), sorry for being so long winded, but I really enjoy the ball.

Cool, maybe I'll grab one from Argos or something then.

[risc]

http://img483.imageshack.us/img483/9633/imacei0.jpg

Sorry about the cr@ppy picture; I can't find my digital camera... so I just used my phone.

[kick52]

Cool, maybe I'll grab one from Argos or something then.

I got one.

http://kick52.com/dump/ball.jpg

A bit creased at the moment though that's because it's only about 5 mins old.

[techlover828]

heres my setup, sorry for the disgusting pictures, I can't find my camera so I had to use my RAZR's spectacular Camera.

I have a SR MBP connected to a dell 22" monitor with logitech z-4 speakers, a mybook premium, and a canon AIO called the MP510 (got for free with MBP)

not bad for a 15 year old (please don't call me spoiled, I do web design and make movies and paid for it all myself)

I'll put up my homepage once I find a cheep (or free) domain (that can handle flash (maybe they all can, IDK)), anyone have any recommendations?

I will take pics with a really camera once I find it.

I am also going to get a new chair since this one has nails coming up that occasional go into my legs ;).

[kick52]

I'll put up my homepage once I find a cheep (or free) domain (that can handle flash (maybe they all can, IDK)), anyone have any recommendations?

flash is a client side thing.

[Gav]

flash is a client side thing.

Yeah, but not all hosts allow flash files to be uploaded.

[vicious7]

Yeah, but not all hosts allow flash files to be uploaded.

I did not know that. I've had very little trouble with flash files and hosts.

Why don't you try doteasy.com. I used to use them until I moved to a different host. They were pretty good.

[kick52]

Happy page 400!

[nickster9224]

i think its page 333

[zap2]

i think its page 333

Nope, its 400

[iBookG4user]

Nope, its 400

Its actually 250.

[i0Nic]

http://tinyurl.com/ypxvys

http://tinyurl.com/2a38uy

http://tinyurl.com/273q6a

more at my flickr account: http://www.flickr.com/photos/32871097@N00/

[Me1000]

Its actually 250.

no it is 400,

You must of customized how many posts you view per page...

[CrouchingDonkey]

Just had my new iMac delivered today!

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1317/1162570026_a25bd39154_b.jpg

And the rest of my setup...

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1080/1161717819_4cec9445ef_b.jpg

[Benjamindaines]

Just had my new iMac delivered today!

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1317/1162570026_a25bd39154_b.jpg

And the rest of my setup...

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1080/1161717819_4cec9445ef_b.jpg

Holy crap, where did you get that table??

[CrouchingDonkey]

Holy crap, where did you get that table??

It's from a Japanese store here in Hong Kong called Francfranc. Unfortunately, I think they only have stores in Hong Kong and Japan...

[techlover828]

Just had my new iMac delivered today!

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1317/1162570026_a25bd39154_b.jpg



That table is sick! I wish mine was so shiny, its like a mirror!

[xper]

I guess that fingerprints is a problem with that table? Looks cool anyway..

[vicious7]

Very nice looking. I like glass, but being older now, I prefer the warmth of wood.

[i0Nic]

Loving that desk and setup Mr. Donkey.

I guess that fingerprints is a problem with that table? Looks cool anyway..

This is the one reason that sways me away from getting glassy desks. The TV stand in our loungeroom is black and glassy and even though I barely touch it gets frustrating having to look at a hand/finger print so I have to clean it off straight away. I can't imagine the amount of finger marks a desk would get. I wonder if anyone makes a matte glassy desk.

edit- oh snap that's also a very nice chair crouchingdonkey! How is it for your back, does it stop you from slouching etc?

[vohdoun]

This is the one reason that sways me away from getting glassy desks. The TV stand in our loungeroom is black and glassy and even though I barely touch it gets frustrating having to look at a hand/finger print so I have to clean it off straight away. I can't imagine the amount of finger marks a desk would get. I wonder if anyone makes a matte glassy desk.


It's really bad for a everyday use desk, but it being black you'll see dust very quickly. Nevertheless I think his black desk is awesome.

[kick52]

Just had my new iMac delivered today!

snip

And the rest of my setup...

snip

Nice setup, though next time when posting make sure to use the [timg] tag to make it a thumbnail, I only have 1024x768 :(

(Also @ i0Nic)

[techlover828]

Nice setup, though next time when posting make sure to use the [timg] tag to make it a thumbnail, I only have 1024x768 :(

thats a shame, ya make them timg

thanks :)

[cruxed]

crouchingdonkey, impressive setup! I never new Francfranc sold amazing desks like those... did you buy it from the store in Causeway Bay? How much was it?

[CrouchingDonkey]

Thanks for the great comments about my desk guys! I find that dust gathers on your desk no matter what it's made of. The questions is, do you choose to ignore it just because it's less visible (but visible all the same), or clean it? That's my rationale for going for the black glass top! Hehe! It's a small price to pay for aesthetics I think.


Loving that desk and setup Mr. Donkey...
edit- oh snap that's also a very nice chair crouchingdonkey! How is it for your back, does it stop you from slouching etc?

Thanks! It's the Aeron chair by Herman Miller. It's amazing! The best chair I've ever sat in I think. It's designed to prevent you from slouching, and it's helped a great deal. I was developing neck problems from laptop use- having to tilt my head down. Hopefully, what with the iMac, desk and Aeron combo, that won't be much of a problem now!

Nice setup, though next time when posting make sure to use the [timg] tag to make it a thumbnail, I only have 1024x768 :(

Thanks. Done!

crouchingdonkey, impressive setup! I never new Francfranc sold amazing desks like those... did you buy it from the store in Causeway Bay? How much was it?

Yeah, I'm not that impressed with their furniture in general. But when I saw this desk, I nearly needed a change of undies! I bought it from the Festival Walk store. I think it was around HK$2,300, so not too bad really.

[Daveman Deluxe]

Just moved into a new apartment. I just wish that I could have put the keyboard right next to the desk, so I wouldn't have to turn my head so far to look at the screen when doing MIDI work. Overall, I'm very happy.

[joemel]

I just moved my office to another room in my house. Let me know what you think.

[WillJS]

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1141/1171831586_c6c76c12e9_b.jpg

Went Dual again... and I got an iPhone... again. :p

*17" Dell to be replaced with a 20" or 23" ACD December 25th :D

[vicious7]

I just moved my office to another room in my house. Let me know what you think.

Very nice. And you'll get an all-round tan from all the screens in your set-up. I like the fact that your set-up doesn't look like a museum exhibit and shows that you actually work on it. :)

[edge540]

Just got a new iMac because my macbook died. When I move rooms ill get a better picture and try and organize things, this is just temporary.

http://att.macrumors.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=82783&d=1187541764