It's Okay to Buy A Mac With Only 8 GB RAM

January 17, 2023

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Tsundoku is a Japanese word that means “the act of piling a purchased but unread book with a pile of other purchased but unread books”.

Happy Tuesday! Apple surprised us this morning with the new M2 Pro and M2 Max chips, which promise even better performance than the older M1 Pro and M1 Max. They’re going into a few Mac computers that were also announced today: the new 14 and 16-inch MacBook Pros, and the new Mac Mini.

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The ever-growing demands of computing means 8 GB RAM can be too limiting for most PCs, leaving 16 GB as the baseline for a quality Windows experience. However, Mac computers are a different story. Read More »

As a one-stop iPhone management tool, DearMob fulfills tasks that are impossible with iTunes/Finder, iCloud or any other Apple apps. It saves you from risky syncs, and makes iOS data transfer/ backup and restore much easier and safer. You can not only export files based on selection, but also add your own music and videos to iPhone/iPad. What’s more, you can manage, edit, and delete data in bulk with a few clicks. DearMob is your must-have helper to free up iDevice space, do daily data migration and make physical backup of your photos, videos, messages, contacts, voice memos, etc.

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You may already use Google Calendar for scheduling meetings, but have you ever considered using Google’s free calendar app to plan your entire day? You can if you know what tools and features to use, which we’ll outline below. Read More »

Gone are the days of worrying about backing up your most precious memories or extensive media collection, thanks to this 14TB drive from Western Digital. From now until January 19, 2023, WD has discounted its Easystore 14TB External USB 3.0 Hard Drive to $199.99 ($95 off). For a reasonable price, you can keep your most precious files secure or enjoy separate storage for your gaming library without the hassle of installing a new internal drive. Read More »

Wondering what it feels like outside before stepping out into the cold? The La Crosse Weather Station will let you know the indoor and outdoor temperature, the humidity level, and more. It’s a neat device and is currently on sale for $44!

Since the weather station isn’t a smart home device, it can be used regardless of your smart home ecosystem—whether you have one or not. The weather station is great to have around, making it so you won’t have to find for your smartphone to know the temperature.

Make 2023 the year you take control of your data privacy with some help from Incogni. They’ll get your personal information out of online databases to improve your digital footprint and keep your data secure. And with today’s limited-time offer, you can enjoy an annual subscription to their removal service for just $5.79 (50% off) per month. Read More »

There are lots of “wares” when it comes to software: freeware, shareware, donationware, and more! You may have come across “abandonware” that just needs a simple click to download, but what does it mean for software to be abandonware? Is it legal? Read More »

The Mac Mini is Apple’s least-expensive computer, but it doesn’t get updated too often. Thankfully, Apple has updated it with the newer M2 and M2 Pro, and a lower price tag. Read More »

Apple introduced a new lineup of 14 and 16-inch MacBook Pro laptops in 2021, marking the first MacBook redesign since the switch to Apple’s own chips. Now they are getting an upgrade. Read More »

Is Spotify’s volume too quiet when you’re listening to music and podcasts? Even if you’ve already moved the volume slider to maximum, you can change one setting in your Spotify app to get louder audio. Here’s how to enable it. Read More »

Apple revealed its second-generation System-on-a-Chip (SoC) design for Mac computers last year, known as the M2. Today the company has revealed two upgraded versions with faster performance, which are coming to several new Macs. Read More »

These days, receivers often focus on offering tons of surround channels instead of fantastic stereo sound. There are still some great stereo receivers for music, regardless of what your budget may be. Read More »

You may already know you should always use a VPN while torrenting, but you may not be aware that not every VPN fits the bill. Some VPNs, in fact, are so bad that you may not have used one at all. Here’s what you need to know. Read More »

While Chromebooks were not originally intended to be gaming devices, they’ve evolved a lot over the years. Thanks to Linux support, you can play full-fledged Steam games on compatible Chromebooks. We’ll show you what you need to get playing. Read More »

Studio monitors are known for many things, but being lightweight and easily portable isn’t one of them. For many people, the only option for serious audio or video work on the go is to use headphones. The KRK GoAux 3 aim to solve this problem, as they’re much more portable than other monitors. Read More »

For many, getting adequate hydration is a goal for the new year, but it’s a habit you can implement no matter what time of year it is. There might be a simple way for you to start drinking more water—a straw. Read More »

Many consumers are conditioned to think bigger is better, and that may be true in some cases. For travel mice, small is where it’s at, and the CHERRY MW 9100 supports this. The sleek mouse has all the necessary features and then some for office use, but don’t expect it to be an everyday peripheral. Read More »

Whether you love a jammy egg or go full hard-boiled, getting eggs perfect every time is hard. But there’s a viral product that can help—and it’s on sale! Read More »

POV: you just completed an awesome workout and you’re ready for your refuel. What do you go for? A protein bar, a fruit smoothie, a sandwich, or an avocado toast? And does it really matter? Here’s all you need to know about post-workout meals. Read More »

Samsung Galaxy devices are known for having great cameras and tons of features. This combination means a Samsung camera app with a lot going on. We’ll share some of the best features you should be using. Read More »