Any must have accessories for iMac? - Page 3

MightyWhite · Dec 18, 2012, 11:29 AM

Instead of the backpack I just bought a roll of Velcro tape (not adhesive) and put 2 strips round a passport drive (vertical) and 2 strips horizontal at the top of the stand so it is totally hidden and secure at the back.

I made sure the soft side was on the inside touching the stand and I am so happy with this £4 result. The remaining tape tidied up cables and I have enough left other jobs..

I wish I knew how to post a picture

GGJstudios · Dec 18, 2012, 11:36 AM

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I wish I knew how to post a picture

Here's how to post a picture.

raymond lin · Dec 18, 2012, 02:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Yougotcarved

so are you now using themagic mouse?

Yup, have been for the past 2 years.

I had a Logitech Revolution before that and LOVED it but it died, what I love the most was the wheel. How if you flick it hard enough it would go into free spinning mode automatically. The Logitech MX Performance doesn't do that, it either clicks or constant free. I want neither.

So back it went.

I also have the Apple Trackpad.

whooshbong · Dec 18, 2012, 04:18 PM

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You don't need any 3rd party antivirus app to keep a Mac malware-free, as long as you practice safe computing, as described in the following link. Read the What security steps should I take? section of the Mac Virus/Malware FAQ for tips on practicing safe computing.

If you still want to run antivirus for some reason, ClamXav (which is free) is one of the best choices, since it isn't a resource hog, detects both Mac and Windows malware and doesn't run with elevated privileges.

This may be useful:

Helpful Information for Any Mac User
iMac Fast Start: The new user's guide to iMac

Out of interesting: also getting my first iMac in the post any time soon. Have an active subscription for AVG on Pc at mo. intend bootcamping for few games I want to keep. Should I maintain a copy of avg on the windows partition?

GGJstudios · Dec 18, 2012, 04:20 PM

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Should I maintain a copy of avg on the windows partition?

Yes, it's a good idea to run antivirus on Windows.

Imaginethe · Dec 18, 2012, 04:37 PM

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a usb extension cord! reaching around to connect stuff really sucks. it will change your life.

Oh yes, this is a definite! Especially if you don't want external drives etc on your desk too.

robo456 · Dec 21, 2012, 08:03 AM

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a usb extension cord! reaching around to connect stuff really sucks. it will change your life.

Anyone have any suggestions for USB hubs? I don't have any USB 3.0 items at the moment, but I do have quite a few 1.1/2.0 devices (ham radio serial interfaces, HP laserjet printer, TV tuner, etc etc) 3.0 probably wouldn't be a bad idea since I'll probably pick up an external hard drive or two for data and time machine. (whenever I finally kick myself enough to buy a new imac...hehe)

It doesn't necessarily need to be "mac pretty" since I'll probably have it on the back of the desk since these peripherals don't get moved around. I'm assuming a powered hub is the way to go.

Thanks!

--rob

ferrarofilms · Jan 9, 2013, 05:03 AM

I would love to see somebody editing in FCPX with a tracking pad........instead of a magic mouse......

michaelmac · Jan 9, 2013, 05:32 AM

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Anyone have any suggestions for USB hubs? I don't have any USB 3.0 items at the moment, but I do have quite a few 1.1/2.0 devices (ham radio serial interfaces, HP laserjet printer, TV tuner, etc etc) 3.0 probably wouldn't be a bad idea since I'll probably pick up an external hard drive or two for data and time machine. (whenever I finally kick myself enough to buy a new imac...hehe)

It doesn't necessarily need to be "mac pretty" since I'll probably have it on the back of the desk since these peripherals don't get moved around. I'm assuming a powered hub is the way to go.

Thanks!

--rob

Would like to see some options for this too - anyone?

BuntaFujiwaraaa · Jan 9, 2013, 06:14 AM

i chose the magic trackpad too cause it is better to have a separate equipment at the side to do the gesture. I've used the Magic Mouse and feel its not very impressive...

It could be because I was into gaming in my early days and I've been using gaming mice in the past. And I'm quite particular about the performance and sensitivity of the mouse...

I've got a Razer Diamondback then got a Razer Viper 2 times (it spoilt 2 times) then I gave up and bought the Logitech G5 and I've used it from ages ages ago... and it is still kicking...

But I was thinking of buying a new mouse to use together with my new iMac. I was actually torn between Razer and Logitech but my past experience with Razer Viper was bad and I'm not sure if Razer have ramped up their durability of their mice. Both are good performance mouse but I would give Logitech a slight up in terms of stability and durability...

4Hummer · Jan 9, 2013, 08:26 AM

Here's what I'll be getting

Twelve South Magic Wand. Locks the Keyboard and the Trackpad together
I Find the little keyboard looks odd in front of the huge screen

Mobee Magic Numpad Turns the Trackpad into a Numpad for those excel nights

Satechi 4 Port USB Hub Matches the looks of the iMac, With this I wont have to turn the iMac around to plug in my iPhone, or memory sticks

Id also recommend the Mobee Magic Charger if you get the magic mouse (I LOVE THE MAGIC MOUSE.... but not a gamer)

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Dec 18, 2012, 11:29 AM	#51
MightyWhite macrumors member Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Oxford UK	Instead of the backpack I just bought a roll of Velcro tape (not adhesive) and put 2 strips round a passport drive (vertical) and 2 strips horizontal at the top of the stand so it is totally hidden and secure at the back. I made sure the soft side was on the inside touching the stand and I am so happy with this £4 result. The remaining tape tidied up cables and I have enough left other jobs.. I wish I knew how to post a picture
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Jan 9, 2013, 06:14 AM	#60
BuntaFujiwaraaa macrumors newbie Join Date: Oct 2012	i chose the magic trackpad too cause it is better to have a separate equipment at the side to do the gesture. I've used the Magic Mouse and feel its not very impressive... It could be because I was into gaming in my early days and I've been using gaming mice in the past. And I'm quite particular about the performance and sensitivity of the mouse... I've got a Razer Diamondback then got a Razer Viper 2 times (it spoilt 2 times) then I gave up and bought the Logitech G5 and I've used it from ages ages ago... and it is still kicking... But I was thinking of buying a new mouse to use together with my new iMac. I was actually torn between Razer and Logitech but my past experience with Razer Viper was bad and I'm not sure if Razer have ramped up their durability of their mice. Both are good performance mouse but I would give Logitech a slight up in terms of stability and durability...
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Jan 9, 2013, 08:26 AM	#61
4Hummer macrumors newbie Join Date: Dec 2012	Here's what I'll be getting Twelve South Magic Wand. Locks the Keyboard and the Trackpad together I Find the little keyboard looks odd in front of the huge screen Mobee Magic Numpad Turns the Trackpad into a Numpad for those excel nights Satechi 4 Port USB Hub Matches the looks of the iMac, With this I wont have to turn the iMac around to plug in my iPhone, or memory sticks Id also recommend the Mobee Magic Charger if you get the magic mouse (I LOVE THE MAGIC MOUSE.... but not a gamer)
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