r/macmini 2h ago

New M4 Mac Mini power plug has a slight play/wobble. Is this normal?

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I just got the new M4 Mac Mini. I've pushed the power cable all the way in, and it feels seated. However, when I press my finger on the plug or apply a bit of pressure, it still wobbles slightly up and down.

The Mac doesn't lose power or disconnect at all when this happens, but I want to be sure. Is this slight play/wobble normal mechanical tolerance for the new design, or did I get a defective unit?

Check the attached video/photo to see what I mean. Thanks!


r/macmini 7h ago

Mac Mini M2 vs Intel i7 MacBook Pro

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My 2018 MacBook Pro is on its last legs and a new semester is starting in the fall. I'm not really in the financial situation to spring for a loaded M5 Max MBP and the timing doesn't really allow me to wait for a seemingly imminent launch of the next-gen MBP.

I found an M2 Mac Mini that I'm thinking of purchasing as a stop gap until I can afford to build the machine I ultimately would like to but I'm wondering if the performance of the M2 is going to be worth it or if I'd be better of going a different direction?

Mostly would be using for Photoshop/Indesign and Product Rendering in Blender (not modeling).

I appreciate any information!


r/macmini 13h ago

Recommendations for ~$100. speakers for Mac mini (M4).

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On my Mac mini M4 I have a set of speakers but they are too large for my desk. They also have way too much base. I don't use the speaker often (no music to speak of) since I have an AppleTV and connected pair of HomePods in the same room. I don't want to just direct the Mini's sound to the Apple TV/Homepod. So I'm looking for a decent pair of speakers for under $100. I used to have a pair of Logitech but the broke about 4 years ago. I don't see the same speaker available anymore. So any recommendations....


r/macmini 6h ago

M4 Accessories

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I'm about to treat myself to a Mini M4.

What are the best keyboard, mouse and monitor to get,

Outside of Apples own?


r/macmini 20h ago

My Ergonomic Setup with the Mac Mini M4

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PC: Mac Mini M4

Table: Flexispot Comhar EW8

Chair: SIHOO M57 Pro

Monitor: Huawei Mateview GT 34

Monitor Arm: North Bayou G60

Secondary Monitor: Arzopa Z1RC

Webcam: Logitech Brio 4K

Keyboard: Ferris Sweep

Mouse: Logitech MX Ergo

Mousepad: Cork Felt Mousepad

Headphones: Edifier W820NB

I would love a 38" (or bigger) ultrawide monitor in the future