I used the M4 Mac Mini for 90 Days, Here's Everything I've learned!

[@FireMunki63]

I still have no clue why anyone would have or needs 30 - 40 chrome tabs open at any one time? You can only look at one at a time. Surely a bookmark/folder system is better, accessing as needed?

[@mllarson]

Try being a web dev or programmer. You'll have more than that 😀

[@peterbreis5407]

I agree. Why would _anyone_ use Chrome?

[@mikldude9376]

@@mllarsonYep, my bro is a computer tech geek , i dont know how many tabs he has , but i estimate , its way more than 50 , but he has a high end pc with the glass case , and everything lights up like a disco , and he has water cooled everything. It’s a geeks dream . 🐋

[@LejonetJanne]

I use a lot of chrome tabs and also safari tabs. Total at least 30-60 tabs. It is normal for my workflow.

[@TheDanEdwards]

Easy. Do you do any research on topics that require documents, libraries, archives, translation, transcription? Heck, I can have 30 KZbin tabs open, no problem.

[@fridayfryguy]

Love my Mac mini m4. I’m a web designer and graphic designer with some light video editing and this machine has been a complete powerhouse with no slow down. I do keep a handful of apps open but I definitely don’t have a ton of tabs running as I have them as bookmarks to access in the favorites bar if I need to.

[@BoojiePanda]

I bought the base model, and haven't touched my Windows gaming rig since I set it up. I don't do heavy gaming anymore, or any editing, so for regular home use and the occasional Diablo or The Sims play session, it's absolutely perfect for me. I did have to go into settings and swap the Cmd and Ctrl keys (I swapped my custom keys on my keyboard as well), because I just could not retrain myself for using different copy/paste keys. That drove me nuts until I figured out how to change it.

[@hsjsisjsj]

hey i’m having a really hard time on this copy paste thing too. i’m really used to the windows on it’s so annoying clicking window plus c or v. How did you change the configuration to make it work like it did on windows ??

[@J0S3PH_56]

The baseline moved from 8GB to 16GB and so did the goalposts. I can already feel the narrative that “16GB isn’t enough in [current year]” brewing up. It’s not here yet…but soon.

[@user-te8yp9zq2k]

Some people aren't happy unless they have something to harp on - witness the power button placement complaints for example lol - it doesn't matter how silly they look complaining about something so insignificant - the point is they love being unsatisfied and the affirmation they get from like-minded people

[@Tigerex966]

@@J0S3PH_56 32 is the new norm and 2 tb SSD.... Apple has 256 GB for a decade even phones have more

[@StevenGladney]

I’d really love to understand why you prefer to edit on your M4 iPad Pro vs the M4 Mac Mini? Both running the M4 chip and I assume (at 16GB’s of RAM) that the Mac Mini would be just as (if not more so) powerful. I understand if you prefer using the Apple Pencil in your editing workflow or something like that, but are there any actual performance advantages in using the iPad Pro for editing vs the additional I/O you loose from editing on the Mac Mini? I’m curious if maybe I’m missing or overlooking something.

[@tghost2]

I have the baseline M4 Mini with a 512GB of storage. I find it perfect for all of my home and business uses. It very occasionally gets gummed up if I have multiple tabs with web-based applications open on chrome and Safari at once. If I keep to one or the other, I’m usually fine. I too have Clean My Mac and it will occasionally warn me to close a few tabs if I start getting a little crazy. Otherwise, I’m really happy with it. 🐬

[@ricardorgomez]

I used a base M1 MacBook Air with 8GB of RAM for an IT support job once... It was able to handle everything I threw at it. All the apps were web-based and I used Chrome to use them. I had about 8 tabs open with different apps with two windows open between them. The only 'app' I had on the computer was Spotify. I was blown away how this relatively cheap computer can do all that it did without breaking a sweat. Now, I wouldn't do anything too heavy on it for creative work. I'm sure all apps would work on it just fine. You just can't do intensive jobs on it for fear of crashing. Like exporting 2000 images. But I think 50 to 100 would be perfectly fine. I think Photoshop would work perfectly fine if not a little slow. And that was M1. With 8GB....

[@graemequinn3710]

I upgraded my Mini to 24GB and 512GB SSD with Apple gift cards….been saving for awhile. Since I upgraded every task I’ve thrown at my Mini it’s absolutely smashed it!! Web work, basic video editing/encoding, photo editing etc. It’s crazy how powerful it is for its size!

[@whackedmoss3183]

Hello, thank you for your honest thoughts on your Mac Mini, I used to use both Intel mac and PC (as much as I love building and customizing PC's , the mini is so easy to plug and play) . After using my Intel MM for many years with maxed ram, I opted to upgrade the base model to 24Gb and 512Gb storage , I use two external drives so I have not come close to running out of space. I have even taken my machine back to my parents home to continue doing remote tasks (just bundled machine, drives and cable in to the lid of the box it came in, a portable IPS monitor, iPad pro, keyboard and mouse I was able to set up on the kitchen table and continue working 😂). It is a great little machine well worth the money spent.

[@davidbernal7377]

I love your desk setup! Very nice.

[@bryans8656]

This is too funny. For years KZbinrs have complained about base model Macs having 8GB of memory, and now they're complaining about 16GB in the base models.

[@Tigerex966]

@@bryans8656 well by now it should be 32. Many of those 8gb models are struggling with slow 255 GB SSD. KZbinrs lied and said it enough. It not... Now no one would complain if you could upgrade it later but you can't that why they are complaining

[@hanna-JH-2020]

Can I get a link for that case? Is it 3D printed ？

[@9to5Mac]

I just checked the site i got it on but for some reason the price has doubled. I purcahse it about a month ago for $120. Very strange Here is the link: zeerawireless.com/products/zeera-macforge-studio-cnc-aluminum-cooling-case-for-mac-studio?sca_ref=2868139.qvqpJiXoAu

[@hanna-JH-2020]

@@9to5Mac Thanks! The link of the case you sent is for the Mac Studio, but I found the Mac mini version on their website. Appreciate you sharing the link.

[@9to5Mac]

yes! my mistake. I found it as well! zeerawireless.com/products/zeera-macforge-gen2-cnc-aluminum-case-for-2024-mac-mini-m4?sca_ref=2868139.qvqpJiXoAu

[@gjtube37]

Thank you for this very helpful video! What computer monitor do you have on your desk? Thank you again!

[@9to5Mac]

BenQ 32in 4k Monitor!

[@gjtube37]

@@9to5Mac Thank you for your reply. Which model and what are your thoughts about 4k scaling for Macs? I keep hearing that they don't scale well? Do you find this to be true? How sharp is text and is it good for video? I am looking into a BenQ monitor for a possible Mac Mini Pro. Thank you!

[@ToWatchHim]

What keyboard are you using in the video? It looks like an ipad case. Just bought the mini but I don’t have a keyboard yet. I also have ipad. Any suggestions on other keyboards?

[@sulogno]

Whats the monitor youre using here with the macmini?

[@paulwoodward8265]

continuity camera kills iphone battery for 2 hour plus meetings. It's fine for short calls, but for a work-from-home consultant, it doesn't replace a quality webcam.

[@9to5Mac]

i Just plug mine in or keep it on a magsafe charger

[@grm65]

The things people focus on….they make no sense to me. Meanwhile, I love that faux Mac Pro case you have. Can it be purchased? I'll check your links for info. Thanks for the video.

[@9to5Mac]

yes it can! second link in the description. Thanks for watching!

[@jhype876]

Great video .. can I get a link to your desk? Thanks

[@9to5Mac]

here you go: amzn.to/4h63rAB I think theres a $70 coupon too

[@brucekennedy5274]

It’s always kinda wild to me that peeps use an iPad as their main machine, but I guess that’s just my own bubble as I use all the Adobe apps (begrudgingly these days I should say) plus final cut etc. The new minis are fab.

[@diegochak]

Hello! thanks for your video. I wanted to ask you if you know why my iPhone doesn't work to use it as a webcam. I have a Mac Mini M4 Pro. thank you!

[@cemonder6003]

Thank you for the great video. You mentioned in the video but i can’t make my iphone 13 pro max work wirelessly as a continuity cam. Only works when connected via cable. Any working suggestions from you or the community. Thanks to every one

[@googleevil]

What is this KB? Can you review it?

[@ivomeadows]

you could buy 24gb ram with 256gd sdd model and then buy 2tb internal ssd for it on aliexpress for like 200 usd

[@cbunn4041]

Would like to know port performance when all 5 ports are occupied

[@francescoliguori4708]

What is the resolution of the portable monitor? Is the text well readable with the particular scaling of Mac OS? Thanks

[@9to5Mac]

They have a 1080 and a 4k version

[@UcheEzeoke]

I have my M4 Mac Mini plugged into my Cal Digit T3s+ I find that my Cal Digit runs warm to the touch almost all the time, and my Mac Mini runs warm to the touch in sleep mode. Should I be concerned? The Mini is cool to the touch when running, However always gets warm in sleep mode

[@joseph-montanez]

I went with 32GB and while I don't regret it, Apple's memory compression is just crazy. Its so aggressive there will be times I will get the beach ball spinning because its decompression the memory, with zero swap used. I am able to run 70B AI models but it's so impractical given the amount of swap and memory compression happens while being so slow.

[@MrSloan1958]

What’s the purpose of having 30 to 40 Chrome tabs open?

[@TheDanEdwards]

_90 days_ is hardly long enough for something to become "beloved".

[@chidorirasenganz]

For tech that’s plenty

[@remyeid8471]

M4 mac mini is a great machine indeed. However, the other day after unlocking it, i got a message saying something like " The system got restarted due to panic crash" altough I use it to do very light stuff... Does anyone know what does this msg mean or why this has happened? could it be a macOS bug?

[@ChrisPTY507]

Still rocking my M1 max base mac studio. No reason for me to upgrade

[@jakedunlap8809]

🐬 That is an awesome video! I had thought about switching to a Mac computer a few years ago, but a couple of people that I know that are tech enthusiast just like myself said stick with Windows. I’ve always had a Windows PC in him. No trouble using it. The only issue I encountered is sometimes when I’m transferring a lot of photos it takes a few hours.

[@jerrymoreno1714]

Butterflies and rainbows 😂 🐬

[@ROy696]

what brand is that small monitor that looks like an iMac??

[@9to5Mac]

Espresso Displays. They are great: checkout.1.espres.so?snowball=9TO510

[@ROy696]

@ thanks!!

[@scogginsscoggins]

Why do you need to leave 24 tabs open? Be better organised rather than doubling your RAM.

[@micahlindley7515]

Even if you're a developer power user, you only need 10 tabs maximum.

[@atifs.705]

The M4 mac mini is such a beautiful product. Don’t ruin its aesthetics with an ugly 3d printed plastic case / tower, people!

[@grm65]

🐬 M4 Mac Mini for the win

[@keijijohnson9754]

As much as I would like to have something like this, the fact that they STILL refuse to include an SD Card slot in the bloody thing is really keeping me from considering this and just going for the 2014 model instead. It is SO dang annoying that they continue to do these BS limitations with such things by limiting it to the more expensive models like the Mac Studio for no reason when they could've had that available for ALL their Macs instead. It's just less convenient for photographers despite how they tried to convince them that this would work well for them.

[@chumbawumba1959]

Love that very cool mac mini case, but it costs **$300** (some discounts avail) and that is simply ridiculous. I would pay about a Benjamin, max. I guess they get the big bucks because first to market.

[@9to5Mac]

$300? I got it for $120 I think

[@rogergranquist]

What’s with the square in the glasses lens?

[@Kellythelawyer]

AR glasses. Not sure the brand.

[@9to5Mac]

Theres a screen on them. Video coming soon

[@rogergranquist]

@@9to5Macoh that’s cool!

[@DavidNiedbala]

WIFI performance is better when the Mac Mini is Upside Down. And the power button is easier to get too.

[@svetoslavstoyanov5716]

Man I use edge with 65 stacked tabs..... I work with Pixelmator and Edit reels in FCP and, also use chat apps on background and outlook and my Mac mini is flying..... lol

[@ReynoldsGroupRadio]

Without further adieu…

[@MrJerkfaceKevin]

Can i leave a review of that mustache? lol

[@9to5Mac]

Yes please

[@AlienFactor]

I love my Mac mini m4 base model I plan on getting the docking station from Satechi in the spring time

[@9to5Mac]

I should be getting that in the studio soon, so stay tuned for a review on it cuz im so excited!

[@MikelManitius]

Cool glasses.

[@auistin2001]

🐬 great video

[@glenyamamoto]

What's with the fake glasses?

[@user-hl9jq8iz4i]

AR glasses

[@9to5Mac]

they are smart glasses

[@TSBye-qo1vc]

You say "only 16 gigs of RAM" like it is a ridiculously small amount. 🤦‍♂

[@kimbapslayer1995]

lol when he says “the fan may or may have been turned on” or the continuity camera “may have failed a few times” either they did fail and either the fans did turn on. Bro just inventing failures.

[@aaronc3396]

Rip 🐬🐬

[@mipad553]

Does it support egpu

[@raycheshire5581]

🐬

[@Rukia_uchiha]

That case bruh 😂

[@Steve-racer]

I would’ve watched the video if you’ve done 91 days.🤷

[@9to5Mac]

Wait until tomorrow 😂

[@mikem3614]

Okay I’m 9th😂

[@normanmaucha]

40 tabs open...come on bro 😅

[@dreswan1]

I have more

[@ashm3697]

are you maltese?

[@istvanporter8065]

4th

[@san6788]

1

[@keithsupian6603]

First viewer 👏🏼

[@9to5Mac]

Appreciate it! Glad you're here!

[@keithsupian6603]

@@9to5Mac thanks for the great video, been contemplating getting the base model for a while now. I have an extra keyboard lying around as you mentioned, but what about using a TV for a monitor, connecting through HDMI…. Do you think I will have any issues, especially starting off from scratch/out of the box with the computer?

[@parkofile1173]

🦓

[@hotdavesweet]

🐬🐋🐳

[@kickupastorm2025]

3rd

[@itz_Mobile]

5th

[@joelnehl]

I don’t like the look of the ZEERA enclosure.

[@eugeneking1462]

🐬

[@lthomas63]

🐬

[@sagreene70]

🐬

[@nixgate]

🐬

[@Kit2Canada]

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