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Who's Buying a New rMB Without Trying it Out

iRun26.2 said:
It sounds like you are saying that drive size will stay the same or even become less in the future. I definitely don't see that happening.

Cloud data can't replace data that's on your computer entirely.
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I think what he's saying is that we won't ever get more than 512GB on mainstream laptops. Even most Windows laptops don't really go above 512, and it's much more common to see 256 as the only option offered.

Apple, for whatever reason, didn't add a 1TB SSD option for the rMB. They could have, but I guess it's to differentiate it from the 13" rMBP. I have a 1TB SSD on my rMBP now. We could see 512GB be the max on ultraportable laptops now and in the future.
 
PDFierro said:
I think what he's saying is that we won't ever get more than 512GB on mainstream laptops. Even most Windows laptops don't really go above 512, and it's much more common to see 256 as the only option offered.

Apple, for whatever reason, didn't add a 1TB SSD option for the rMB. They could have, but I guess it's to differentiate it from the 13" rMBP. I have a 1TB SSD on my rMBP now. We could see 512GB be the max on ultraportable laptops now and in the future.
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That's sums it up. Apple (and others) are heavy into pushing for the cloud. While it is not a solution for all, most will be pushed to cloud storage. The power users and professionals will want more local storage, but most others would never need more than 512, maybe only 256. I work at a university and honestly you could put four years worth of schoolwork, their music, videos and photos onto a 128GB flash drive. A $40 solution. The way Apple charges for extra storage will speed movement to the cloud for many. I always went 512 minimum but now I'm thinking if I use it wisely, 256 is more than enough. And less expensive for someone that upgrades way too often. :D
 
lcseds said:
That's sums it up. Apple (and others) are heavy into pushing for the cloud. While it is not a solution for all, most will be pushed to cloud storage. The power users and professionals will want more local storage, but most others would never need more than 512, maybe only 256. I work at a university and honestly you could put four years worth of schoolwork, their music, videos and photos onto a 128GB flash drive. A $40 solution. The way Apple charges for extra storage will speed movement to the cloud for many. I always went 512 minimum but now I'm thinking if I use it wisely, 256 is more than enough. And less expensive for someone that upgrades way too often. :D
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But I bet in three years, the rMB will have an option for a 1TB SSD.
 
I'm one who keeps full iTunes files on the start up disc, which includes over 65% in Apple Lossless. Otoh I'm seriously thinking of *not* going with the 512 SSD option, and reducing the complete iTunes library on the rMB to AAC.

Although I have 1TB on the main computer, it seems a good exercise learning to live with 256.
 
ruhollah glare said:
I'm one who keeps full iTunes files on the start up disc, which includes over 65% in Apple Lossless. Otoh I'm seriously thinking of *not* going with the 512 SSD option, and reducing the complete iTunes library on the rMB to AAC.

Although I have 1TB on the main computer, it seems a good exercise learning to live with 256.
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My music/photo/video library is way over 1TB. I manage very well with 256gb by loading the media library onto 2TB USB 3.0 externals (i keep two identical, up to date disks so I have a live, current copy in case of failure), which works pretty well. The single port configuration of the rMB is a little bit of a challenge but not a serious one.
 
PDFierro said:
In three years, the rMB will be quite a beast.
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I will have buy yet another one, then! :)

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ruhollah glare said:
I'm one who keeps full iTunes files on the start up disc, which includes over 65% in Apple Lossless. Otoh I'm seriously thinking of *not* going with the 512 SSD option, and reducing the complete iTunes library on the rMB to AAC.

Although I have 1TB on the main computer, it seems a good exercise learning to live with 256.
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I'm sorry for my ignorance, but what is AAC?
 
iRun26.2 said:
I'm sorry for my ignorance, but what is AAC?
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AAC is Apple's default music file type, that is smallish in size but with good sound quality. My audio enthusiast days are over, but I still keep all of my classical music in the larger file format.



I have time to experiment and adapt with the first iteration rMB, because there's also the single port issue that's still a question mark, and needs to be dealt with in terms of storage and usage strategy. Personally I wouldn't be surprised to see a 2nd port added eventually.
 
To answer the OP, I will be buying it just to use this little toy on my bed for two weeks and then return it to Apple and say: "I don't understand why your Ive guy and his team decided to taper the edges just so the laptop would look thinner than it really is, instead of not tapering the edges and putting in a useful Magsafe adapter and some useful USB ports. Here, take it back, then tell your design managers to put a this-decade-tech screen in the Air and take my money. I don't give a damn about saving 0.35 lbs of weight!"
 
macbook123 said:
To answer the OP, I will be buying it just so I use this little toy on my bed for two weeks and then return it to Apple and say: "I don't understand why your Ive guy and his team decided to taper the edges just so the laptop would look thinner than it really is, instead of not tapering the edges and putting in a useful Magsafe adapter and some useful USB ports. Here, take it back. Now please put a modern screen in the Air and take my money. I don't give a damn about saving 0.35 lbs of weight!"
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Prob sharp like a knife :D. The MBA edges are pretty sharp. If i took one for a test run, my excuse.

"I use my Macbook to put HBO NOW that just came out to my 65" TV. So you are telling me to plug a mini display or HDMI in, i need a adapter which is a extra $80? What is this 2001?:D"
 
I had to settle for a space gray to ensure I received it before my trip. I also have never returned an apple product, but is it true that it can be returned without issue in 14 days and no re-stock fee?

Cvx5832 said:

Awesome return policy = you can try it out at home.

You don't need to "trust Apple" if they built an awesome machine. You can find out for yourself.

Since 2006 I've never had to return any iDevice because I thought I got shortchanged. However you can be sure that if any future Apple purchase doesn't put an ear-to-ear smile on my face, I won't even second-guess about sending it back. There's always the next one!
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Today I did try it out and I'm very impressed. I went in only to compare colors but I tried out the keyboard and trackpad and loved them both. The screen is amazing!

It's so tiny. Much smaller than I imagined.

I an still sold!
 
iRun26.2 said:
Today I did try it out and I'm very impressed. I went in only to compare colors but I tried out the keyboard and trackpad and loved them both. The screen is amazing!

It's so tiny. Much smaller than I imagined.

I an still sold!
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The overall effect is greater subjectively than objective dimensions would lead one to believe - or so I found it. It made the 11" MBA seems thick and heavy by comparison, which is quite a trick. Glad you finally got to see and use one in the flesh. :thumbup:
 
newellj said:
The overall effect is greater subjectively than objective dimensions would lead one to believe - or so I found it. It made the 11" MBA seems thick and heavy by comparison, which is quite a trick. Glad you finally got to see and use one in the flesh. :thumbup:
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If I could have bought one I might have.

I think Apple is losing sales by not having them in stock at their Apple stores.
 
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