Any ever used apples expensive/only cleaner they sell at the store for Mac? CLENS

[Chuck-Norris]

http://store.apple.com/ca/product/HA252ZM/A/bausch-lomb-home-and-office-cleaning-kit-3-oz

I always see geniuses use it and they sell it but there 6ox bottle costs 30 dollars!!!

 

[jav6454]

You know what works best and does wonders? The simple eye glass cleaning cloth. That thing does wonders and is cheap and reusable.

 

[Chuck-Norris]

You know what works best and does wonders? The simple eye glass cleaning cloth. That thing does wonders and is cheap and reusable.

true but sometimes you need some sort of liquid to get out oils and stuff that really sticks. a dry cloth wont always cut it

 

[jav6454]

true but sometimes you need some sort of liquid to get out oils and stuff that really sticks. a dry cloth wont always cut it

Trust me it does. Just a little moisture from your breathe does the trick with those cloths.

 

[MacReloaded]

Water, a damp cloth and a dry cloth always works for me. Always.

 

[neteng101]

I use iKlear...

http://www.amazon.com/Klear-Screen-...ie=UTF8&qid=1373600788&sr=8-1&keywords=iklear

It seems Apple dumped them but it simply works and does a great job, plus a single kit can last like forever too. I'm still using the one I bought 3 years back since I'm not obsessively cleaning and mine doesn't get that dirty.

 

[GGJstudios]

http://store.apple.com/ca/product/HA252ZM/A/bausch-lomb-home-and-office-cleaning-kit-3-oz

I always see geniuses use it and they sell it but there 6ox bottle costs 30 dollars!!!

How to clean Apple products​

Apple also gives instructions on how to clean your Mac in the User Guides for the MBA, MBP and iMac:

Cleaning your Mac When cleaning the outside of your Mac and its components, first shut down your Mac, and then unplug the power adapter. Then use a damp, soft, lint-free cloth to clean the Mac exterior. Avoid getting moisture in any openings. Do not spray liquid directly on the computer. Do not use aerosol sprays, solvents, or abrasives that might damage the finish. Cleaning the Mac screen To clean your Mac screen, first shut down your Mac and unplug the power adapter. Then use a soft, lint-free cloth dampened with just water and wipe the screen. Do not spray liquid directly on the screen.

Also, you'll find plenty of suggestions by searching through the many existing threads on this topic, such as these:

• How to clean aluminum on MacBook Pro
• Cleaning rMBP 13
• Good screen cleaning liquid/ kit
• How Do You Keep Your rMBP Display Clean
• How to clean MBP?
• Keeping your Air clean?
• Clean your MacBook Pro
• Alcohol % for cleaning?
• I need to clean my iMac's screen.
• Mba cleaning
• Using a damp paper towel to clean the exterior: Bad?

 

[Chuck-Norris]

How to clean Apple products​

Apple also gives instructions on how to clean your Mac in the User Guides for the MBA, MBP and iMac: Also, you'll find plenty of suggestions by searching through the many existing threads on this topic, such as these:

• How to clean aluminum on MacBook Pro
• Cleaning rMBP 13
• Good screen cleaning liquid/ kit
• How Do You Keep Your rMBP Display Clean
• How to clean MBP?
• Keeping your Air clean?
• Clean your MacBook Pro
• Alcohol % for cleaning?
• I need to clean my iMac's screen.
• Mba cleaning
• Using a damp paper towel to clean the exterior: Bad?

my question was if anyone used this CLens stuff, not how to clean your mac LOL

 

[GGJstudios]

my question was if anyone used this CLens stuff, not how to clean your mac LOL

My point is even Apple shows you how to clean without using expensive cleaners. They're not necessary.

 

[Chuck-Norris]

My point is even Apple shows you how to clean without using expensive cleaners. They're not necessary.

Yet apples sells this AND the geniuses use this in even biger bottles as wel

 

[GGJstudios]

Yet apples sells this AND the geniuses use this in even biger bottles as wel

I understand. Just because Apple sells something doesn't mean it's always recommended. If you want to use them, that's up to you, but no cleaning solutions are necessary to keep a Mac clean.

 

[Chuck-Norris]

I understand. Just because Apple sells something doesn't mean it's always recommended. If you want to use them, that's up to you, but no cleaning solutions are necessary to keep a Mac clean.

then why do geniuses use them if there not necessary as i already stated

 

[3rd Rock]

then why do geniuses use them if there not necessary as i already stated

Marketing tool. They get you every time to spend more money from Apple. Those with half a brain understands this, and will use the more thrifty method...Which works

 

[marc11]

then why do geniuses use them if there not necessary as i already stated

When will people realize Apple is a business to sell products at a profit and is not your buddy? They use it because they sell it, the sell it because they made money from it.

It may work but it's not required. This is not unique to Apple btw.

 

[trigonometry]

then why do geniuses use them if there not necessary as i already stated

It's a business and they need a standardized way to clean devices company wide. I don't think letting customers see their employees use tap water or spit to clean products is a good idea.

 

[Yahooligan]

then why do geniuses use them if there not necessary as i already stated

Perhaps someone is taking the title "Genius" too literally? Is there another "But why" in our future?

I use these for cleaning my displays as well as the rest of the laptop/keyboard.

http://www.amazon.com/health-personal-care/dp/B0030E4UIQ

 

[Lunfai]

So everyone's answer is no, I don't see why you need to link him pages that state that he doesn't need an expensive cleaning solution. It's his choice really and he's asking if anyone has used it.

Anyway, more on-topic. I've used this: http://store.apple.com/uk/product/TX154ZM/A/keep-it-clean-anti-bacterial-notebook-spray-and-cloth

It's quite good, I like to use something else then just water, because of stubborn oils etc. I also use this for my iPhone.

 

[GoCubsGo]

I use iKlear...

http://www.amazon.com/Klear-Screen-...ie=UTF8&qid=1373600788&sr=8-1&keywords=iklear

It seems Apple dumped them but it simply works and does a great job, plus a single kit can last like forever too. I'm still using the one I bought 3 years back since I'm not obsessively cleaning and mine doesn't get that dirty.

I use the same. 3 aluminum ACDs and they do get cleaned maybe once every 6 months. If that. I bought the kit in 2004 when I bought my PowerBook, which needed more cleaning.

I want to say Clens is the same or similar.

 

[Lunfai]

I use the same. 3 aluminum ACDs and they do get cleaned maybe once every 6 months. If that. I bought the kit in 2004 when I bought my PowerBook, which needed more cleaning.

I want to say Clens is the same or similar.

Yes, this too. For someone who uses it every month or so, my bottle will easily last around five years use or even more. Sure it's expensive... but it lasts forever.

 

[jcpb]

Chuck Norris only needs to stare grimly at the laptop, and the laptop automatically cleans its display for him.

 

[magbarn]

Distilled water and a microfiber cloth is all you need. Love distilled water as it leaves no spots.

 

[Voodoofreak]

I've been using the small cloths that came with my iPhone/iPad. I clean it regularly so smudges are easy to come off.

 

[Chuck-Norris]

Distilled water and a microfiber cloth is all you need. Love distilled water as it leaves no spots.

bottled water same thing? no spots?

 

[magbarn]

bottled water same thing? no spots?

Regular bottled water will plenty of spots due to the dissolved minerals.

 

[Chuck-Norris]

found a review on youtube if anyone was interested

seems legit by this dudes demonstrations

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pauNhSYlAm4

but 30 dollars is noe hell of a turn off