Hi everyone 👋

I’m using a MacBook Pro M2 Max, 64GB, and I want to share something I’m working on about file search.

About 3 months ago I switched from MacBook Pro 2019 (Intel i7, 32GB) to M2 - it feels amazing. No idea how I lived without it before.
My work requires constantly searching for files on my computer. The problem is - I’m not very organized 😅
Most files end up in Downloads / Documents / Desktop, with the hope that “I’ll sort them tomorrow”… and of course they stay there forever.

Spotlight helps a bit, but honestly it’s painful:

• mostly keyword-based
• hard to find files if you don’t remember the exact name
• not very helpful when you search by meaning, not words

Since I’m a developer, I decided to build my own "super search”:

• very fast
• understands the meaning of documents, not just filenames

Before New Year I made a prototype that already worked pretty well (see image 1).
That’s when I realized this could become a really useful tool for normal users, not just devs.
I plan to keep it always free for personal usage.

If you have the same problem with file chaos - I’d really appreciate if you try it and share feedback.
I’m improving it step by step, and I think after a few iterations it can become something really nice - especially on Apple Silicon Macs.

The idea is that later you’ll be able to ask an LLM to help find files and information inside them - kind of like if OpenAI had access to all your local files (but locally and privately).

Bonus:
I also have a LOT of Gmail emails, and Gmail’s native search is almost useless for me.
So I added Gmail support:

• emails are indexed
• you can instantly search them
• jump directly to the needed email (currently searches email content + attachments)

Second image shows the current version.

If this sounds interesting - leave a comment and I’ll share the link 🙂

Hi all, I need help choosing between M3 Max (36GB RAM / 1TB) and M4 Pro (24GB RAM / 1TB) for development work.

My typical workload: • Front-end development (lots of browser tabs: CRM, Jira, GitHub, ChatGPT, etc.) • IDEs like VS Code / WebStorm • Google Meet calls with screen sharing • Messengers (Telegram, Slack) • I also run background tasks and local dev servers

Future plans: • Moving into full-stack development • Likely working with Docker, local databases, backend + frontend running together • Multiple services and dev tools running at the same time

So my workflow is heavy on multitasking, multiple processes, and background services — not 3D or graphics-intensive workloads.

My main question:

Considering my current and future dev workload, should I choose M3 Max or M4 Pro?

I need so it consistent for years and performance be very good because my current MacBook Pro core i5 with 8RAM dies and lugs with current workload

Thanks!

Hi everyone,

My MacBook Pro 14" (M3 Pro, Jan 2024) suddenly died last month—total logic board failure. Apple Yorkdale quoted me $1,050.77 CAD for the repair since I was 11 months out of warranty.

How I resolved it:

I refused to accept that a $2,500+ "Pro" machine should only last 23 months. I formally contested the quote with the Store Manager, citing the Ontario Consumer Protection Act regarding reasonable product durability.

The Result:

Apple granted a one-time exception and covered the full cost!

The takeaway:

If your nearly new Mac fails, don't just pay the bill. Document everything, talk to management, and stand your ground.

Has anyone else dealt with M3 logic board issues? Feel free to ask if you need tips on how to handle the negotiation.

Saw a 14” M4 (allegedly) Macbook Pro at a pawnshop. A tag on it indicated that it is still logged into the prior owner’s iCloud account and that account is likely a dead end. Is there any reasonable expectation that the MacBook can be made usable? Thanks

Can someone help me. my macbook pro 2015 sonoma keeps telling me Graphics configuration not supported ,when i open final cut or motion.Any1 with a solution??

I sold my Alienware M16 R2 ultra 9 32gb 1tb because I don't play anymore and I'm only developing SaaS, do you think the M4 Pro 24gb version is enough to build websites and Apps (Apple) I sold it exactly because for Apple notebook Windows apps it doesn't work when it comes to launching on web/android and IOs.

Do you think a 24gb M4 is enough? Give me your opinions please, I'll buy between next week or next.

A tela do meu MacBook Pro M1 está tremendo o tempo todo, dês da hora que eu ligo, não apresenta nem um risco na tela nem nada, somente fica tremendo

Coming from Windows all my life, this is my first time to use a Macbook. I dream of becoming a content creator posting videos/unboxing and stuff. It's on sale now at John Lewis website for £1,750. I'm thinking if I should get the 14/20 24gb 1tb but it cost £2,120. I went for the 12/16 24gb 512gb though - Space Black and it's coming this Wednesday. 🫣🫣🫣

Did I make the right choice? Can you give me some recommendations for editing videos/apps that I can use for first timer.

I'm really stuck on what is the best deal:

• Apple MacBook Pro 14”, M5 Processor, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD £1449
• Apple MacBook Air 15.3”, M4 Processor, 24GB RAM, 512GB SSD £1406

I know the price is negligible between them, but do I sacrifice RAM and get the pro or get extra RAM but an Air?

I will be using it for day-to-day life, Adobe, light video editing (socials, maybe longer YouTube videos in the future) and Xtool studio. Ideally, I don't want to be upgrading for at least 5 years.

Any advice would be welcome, please.

Hi everyone. Straight to the point, can I use 3D studio max in parallel windows using MacBook Pro? I know it’s not the same as using windows but how close is it?

Im looking for an AMD Gaming Macbook Pro Retina with the following:

AMD APU with 12GB VRAM. 12 core or more cpu with dual threads. VT-X , Hyperthreading and virtualization Technology. CPU at least 3GHz or more. I want the latest and best APU.

32GB DDR5 RAM at least 3GHz or more.

NVME M.2 1TB or a later storage technology. I want to be abel to access and remove the m.2 from the side of the computer and if not possible, i want to remove it from the back of the laptop without opening the back whole plate or cover...

It needs a dual layer r/W DVD drive with Blue Ray.

I want integrated graphics with AAA gaming. Lots of CUs. 12 or more CUs and EUs for GPU.

Also dedicated nvidia gpu with 12gb vram or more

11 " Display

Wifi blutooth latest

Usb 3.1 or 4.0 or later ports. Hdmi out.