My New Mac Mini Setup - Portable Power!

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[@utubekullanicisi]

I love it when a KZbinr is making a video on the exact same thing you’ve been wondering about...

[@TausifHussain]

Haha I got you 😉

[@m4liy419]

@@TausifHussain im watching this video while being in srilanka, so its great you are a legend in youtube respect bro

[@cunty]

i was wondering about the same thing!

[@arush.27]

Can u tell if this works outside I know I should buy a MacBook if I wanna use outside but first nowadays you have to go outside less and less and plus I don’t wanna use the keyboard it has and trackpad (trackpad is Good but I just prefer mouse) I’ll prob only need 4 to 5 hours soo any recommendations

[@TausifHussain]

Honestly this is just a stretch video haha. If you’re at all seeking mobility, I’d recommend you stick with a laptop :). But if you have a desktop already and want to have extra flexibility this could be an option.

[@LCBear]

This is absolute amazing! I don’t like the fact that this is easily can be done by a software update from Apple. Just allowing user to connect iPad with a cable for displaying is a must

[@HylianDrew94]

One of the other cool things about this setup (been using it since earlier this year) is that you can use your magic keyboard with it! Other setup for more wireless usage for programmers is hooking a raspberry pi as it can use the iPad as a power source.

[@abdulwahabibraheem2742]

Do you mean the iPad Magic Keyboard ?

[@Ta11drinkofwater69]

Yeah just imagine if he put the whole package on a hinge 😂. Lmfao get a MacBook Pro and stfu

[@SamVarma]

Dude. Total nerdgasm. This is dope AF. Definitely going to keep this in mind. Seems like the larger iPad Pro would be ideal here, but what a way to bridge the gap!! 👏

[@TausifHussain]

Thanks bro!! So glad you liked it!

[@vitaminA_1]

"Nerdgasm" - love it.

[@MANNT1S]

My buddy uses an iPad Pro with the new Mac Studio 👀

[@SamVarma]

@@MANNT1S daaaaaaaamn

[@QuentinKarmark]

does it matter what gen of iPad it is?

[@dreikonig2785]

Exact my setup with a Mac Mini 2012 and a iPad Pro 11“ from 2018. Works great.

[@FrankieTech]

Nice video bro! Wow I gotta give this is a try with my new Mac Mini M1 arriving tomorrow. Keep up the great work.

[@bngmapping]

ello

[@anetizen6404]

Ello Frankie

[@Pacifica.Obscura]

We’re you able to do it without the Luna and just usb c connection?

[@andibrema]

ello eleaf

[@TausifHussain]

Thank you so much bro! Means a lot coming from you!

[@Pinachina]

This has changed my M1 future plans from a MacBook Pro to a Mac Mini. This is awesome. Thanks so much!

[@BagerGman]

I just saw this and thinking same thing. Now Im thinking less 14/16 in macbook and more the cheaper more thermal and damage resistant mini. At my school i can plug in Ipad and use a keyboard and mouse for most of my tasks and occasionally bring my weak mac from home . At home I use a 2017 mac air on my coffee table plugged in to tv for my stuff, but it really needs an upgrade. I think using this Idea I could upgrade my home setup and still be able to take to work or travel assignments as needed.

[@gabimckenzie3401]

Tausif!!! You just saved me $1000. Thank you! My Macbook pro is dying and I need a new setup for freelance design work, but I use my laptop around the house for personal use too. I already have an ipad, this is amazing. This opens up so much, from cafe working plugged into the wall, vacation remote work, desktop view when I'm cooking from a recipe and watching a youtube video. I'm so happy I found this before I put $1800 down, wowwwww!

[@vacation_generation]

What a brilliant demo showing the possibilities of integrating Mac Mini with iPad display. Without these kinds of tutorials I'd never know about this stuff! Thanks

[@MrNpkellogg]

THIS IS THE MOST INTERESTING VIDEO I'VE EVER SEEN. THANK YOU.....IT IS NOW TUESDAY 15 JUNE 2021, AND i'VE ONLY SEEN A HANDFUL OF VIDEOS TELLING ME ABPUT THIS; PERHAPS I;M NOT LOOKING IN THE WRONG PLACES, BUT THIS IS STILL A DRIVING FORCE IN THE THINGS I WANNA BUY. THANK YOU AGAIN.

[@TausifHussain]

Omg thank you haha

[@michaelwright1602]

This is nice! I have an iMac in the dining room, and a Mac Mini hooked up the the AVR in the living room... I can use my iMac and a iPad as monitors anywhere in the house. Very nice! And VERY HAPPY! So far it appears to be rock solid for my needs. No real lag to speak of and is responsive.

[@impendio]

Just got an M1 mac mini and my setup is basically identical to yours, I’m on a K4 and a MX Master 3 with my 12.9 iPad Pro, just waiting for my Luna Display to get on the mail!

[@MarkowskyArt]

Until now, I hadn’t heard of you or Luna Display. But, I watched half of this video, pressed pause and bought this device! It looks super awesome, and you did an awesome job demo’ing it! Also, newly subscribed! Thanks for the great content!

[@TausifHussain]

Whoa thanks for the motivation boost. Thanks for watching and joining! Appreciate you

[@kenz381]

Hey Tausif! I’m not a techie but I’m fascinated by DIY and customization. My mind is blown at your setup. I’ve been wanting to do a portable/ iPad/Mac mini setup for awhile now. Thank you so much!! 😄

[@marxxcomics]

I absolutely love this! I'm considering going to Thailand or Bali for a few months and doing my art there, and this would actually be a portable option! This is so cool! Also, thanks for explaining why Luna is better than Sidecar! The one thing I didn't hear mentioned is whether two+ iPads can be strung together. I'd certainly purchase a used iPad Mini as a second display and use an iPad Air as my primary. They're both pretty small individually, but the mini would be great for floating windows like layers, brushes, tool palette, etc. Fantastic solution for working on the go. Thanks for sharing!

[@solo_wanderer]

love this! this was my exact doubt about making mac mini portable!

[@pmozzi]

I’ve legit been thinking about this setup - great to see someone who tried it!

[@B3RS3RK3RAH]

I want to ask how do you get out of the Mac OS to use your normal iPad os because I am stuck here for quite a while now

[@anthonyaguilar2467]

@@B3RS3RK3RAH dale "command + Tab" o desliza el dedo de la parte baja hacia arriba

[@fernandosilva]

This is it! This is amazing bro

[@TausifHussain]

Thank you brother!

[@mrjeffjob]

I just discovered Astropad 3 weeks ado and bought the Mac Mini, the $1300 one with 4 ports. The cheaper one only has 2 and the Astro device uses one leaving you only one for a large monitor. This setup is sick!

[@PippyPets]

This is exactly the solution I was looking for - thank you!!!

[@chrisbrockhurst]

Listen, I was trying my best to hold out buying the mini. You arnt helping!!! 😂

[@TausifHussain]

Lmaoooo! Honestly it might still be the most economic to go Pro 13”.

[@heimdall3921]

@@TausifHussain so do you recommend macbook pro 13 ?

[@heimdall3921]

@dh3758 it is not first generation if i choose intel i7 model am i wrong ?

[@TausifHussain]

Depends. The Mac mini and Air are perfectly capable of a lot. If you absolutely need the power and portability then the pro is a great solution.

[@Techninjaspeaks]

Awesome. The iPad is still proving itself as a useful tool. Great explainer

[@TausifHussain]

Thank you bro!

[@pureluck8767]

@@TausifHussain ur good dude

[@jdcv17]

I wonder can this setup work with older versions of the iPad? Like really old iPad? Like the iPad Air 2? LOL.

[@DrFatPinguin]

WOWWW!! Just the day before I was going to buy another laptop! For real! Went to Best buy today, something told me dont buy anything right now. So I was wondering how the Mini Mac work, and I Always wanted a touch screen Mac THIS IS BASICALLY IT!!! you are a genious, Thanks for the video men, You just saved my life.

[@FranciscoGuevarra]

Just literally thinking of getting this setup! I have iPad Air but dont have a personal computer. Choosing between Macbook or Mini.. I need something to use at home with ultrawide screen aswell as something that i can take with me like an ipad. So this video really made my choice, Mac Mini + iPad Air it is 🤩 Appreciate this video mate, thanks!

[@SuperDroux]

Thank you i was looking everywhere if the mac mini could handle the ipad wirelessly and connected great explanation ! Bit it make me ask another question as the Mac mini can handle 2 monitors can you connect 2 iPad both plugin ?

[@liv2.9]

The best setup ever i have seen in a while. Tausif keep Up the good work 👌

[@TausifHussain]

Whoa thank you so much haha!!! Really appreciate that!

[@johne1599]

I don't have a separate monitor, just an iPad Air 3rd Gen. Even as a temporary solution till I get a big monitor, this is a great option. I'll have to use an HDMI connection to Smart TV to install & configure the Luna app. Thanks for this solution!

[@daneondemand]

It’s worth mentioning that you have to turn on your Mac then launch the luna display app using an external monitor before you can enter headless mode on your iPad. I purchased and returned it because sidecar was a better use case in my situation.

[@anthonyaguilar2467]

I recently bought it and set it to start automatically when I turn on my mac mini. Then time passes and the mac goes to sleep; I can get it to work from anywhere in the house that has WiFi, I just open the Luna Display app on the iPad and voila; I enter the password of my user and I can work without problem. (this is something that doesn't work with Sidecar, as you have to be logged in to enable it). Another thing I discovered is that with two fingers I can act as a mouse wheel (something that doesn't have a sidecar either) and what I didn't know is the right click issue, but well I solve it by pressing "control + click" so I only use a keyboard , in my case a Smart Keyboard Folio and the iPad

[@eddiemakessomegoodvideosal7014]

That is only for the setup though not after the first time

[@alessioacri.]

This just proves how cool would some DeX like feature be on iPads

[@TausifHussain]

Agreed!

[@simonhall2682]

This video is actually pretty amazing. Great content!

[@TausifHussain]

Thank you!!!

[@MichelBelisle]

I didn't know such a wonderful thing existed. So tempted to get one right now even though I don't really need it... seems so practical. Thanks a lot for sharing this info.

[@TechOdyssey]

Great video, man. Love the energy.

[@TausifHussain]

Thank you bro! Love you!

[@TechOdyssey]

@@TausifHussain 🥳

[@fernandosilva]

Also that Apple Pencil flip on the hand flex haha

[@TausifHussain]

LOL you already know

[@canoopsy]

🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@TausifHussain]

Thank YOU for watching! ❤️

[@hybrid5132]

Hello it is I

[@bluto212]

does the iPad charge while connected usb-c to the Mac mini?

[@kacysmith4060]

I think this pretty much seals it on me getting the M1 mini. I was debating because of portability

[@impulsesystems]

Luna Display has been around for longer than SideCar. Thanks for a great video. I went back to my Luna after watching this. I have an M1 Mini and a mediocre hdmi display so I use a Luna with a 12.9inch iPad Pro. I do see more latency with the mouse when using Luna over using SideCar, even when cabled. I don't know why this would be.

[@akap1092]

Amazing. Impressive. Is it possible to have it work with zoom? I do a lot of screen sharing (and annotating on screen) while having the camera on, is this something that is possible when the ipad is used as a monitor? I am able to do this with my touchscreen laptop but would love to switch to mac if this setup is possible.

[@Dee-mp3hz]

Wondering if you have any knowledge about colour accuracy when tethered to the Mac mini? Curious if it will maintain the p3 colour gamut (iPad mini 5 in my case) when connected. Also wondering if it would be useful as a reference monitor for video editing if colour accuracy can be achieved, if not maybe a calibration tool could be used like xrite and a separate display profile could be used for the iPad? Thanks for sharing this video by the way I had no idea there was such a device.

[@lostnomads2285]

This is awesome.... yesterday I almost bought an M1 MacBook Pro for portability in the house but I ordered the M1 Mini Mac... now I can simply sync with my iPad Pro and ‘have my cake and eat it’.

[@franciscocarneiro181]

This is what I've been looking for since a long time ! So I can just connect a chepo iPad to a MacMini, wireless, and voilà ! Ideal for my hifi system. The usb audio interface will be connected to the Mini, in a shelf, near to the hifi rig. I can use the ipad wireless as a remote control with Audirvana. Whaou !! Thank you ! Francisco

[@tovopro]

Tausif: Apple, we need a touch screen Mac! Apple: No, don't need one and you can't! Tausif: Watch me!

[@DavidHanks90]

Very cool! I have duet display but the lag is quite noticeable and you can’t really do headless mode. If you’re having issues with wifi in the evening, try changing your router’s channel to a different one that isn’t as crowded. Most routers use the same channel by default and so it can get quite congested during peak usage times. Changing to a channel that isn’t used as much (which most people don’t even know you can do) can really improve performance :)

[@harshvaibhav6144]

MacOS BigSur is great with touch gestures and it’s also touch friendly

[@Conv1cti0n]

With sidecar I can actually use the touchscreen on certain apps, and I plugged it out of the tv monitor and it still works.

[@yinfengfu266]

I’m more interested in your iPad stand. It’s much more elegant than any iPad stand I have seen. can you show me where to purchase one please?

[@chris]

Awesome review and demonstration. I was wondering if it would work with my incoming M1 Mac mini and you answered my question right away. I did have a question about the audio... does the audio get routed through the iPad as well? So if I'm not in my office where my Mac mini is located, I get the audio through my iPad and not through my Mini, right?

[@YogiDanananda]

Curious about this as well!

[@chris]

@@YogiDanananda I emailed them and they said that it's not supported but it's on their roadmap. So, hopefully in the future we'll see it (they indicated it wasn't a high priority for some oddball reason)

[@YogiDanananda]

@@chris Thank you! Seems like something that would be important for working "wirelessly." I suppose I could connect Bluetooth headphones but that again limits the range further.

[@Dorene_Oster]

Great question! If I were to buy it, it would definitely need to route the audio. Hope that feature comes soon.

[@asdlb4]

My question as well.

[@paigeherrin29]

Sold! I’m going on a trip and I’ll need to work. Have iPad Pro and 2 iMac desktops. Was considering getting a MacBook but saw Mac mini on the Apple store and wondered if an iPad could be the monitor. Searched that question and found this video. It’s the touch screen demo that sold me. Way better price and way more portability. It’s not like I wouldn’t have my iPad with me anyway (sheesh, duh!) so a Mac book would be kinda doubling up. Thanks for the video!

[@SimplyAubs]

You *seriously* just blew my mind! (I can’t believe it took me so long to find this video! 😳) I’ve been worried about display issues…DONE! I’m buying it NOW!!! THANKS!!!

[@user-tp5qu7zu2l]

Love the vids man

[@TausifHussain]

Thank you so much!!

[@tsound_]

Does this work with direct connection to an older ipad that's still up to date on software? I just have one with a lightning port, but just got an M1 Mac Mini.

[@danprince6587]

Good question

[@LukeEdwin]

That is cool! Thanks for the info

[@englishcountryliving448]

Great video and good food for thought as we step forward the end with ECL. Thank you Tausif, see you again soon.

[@ysorokopud1]

Well, for the Headless set up - that’s how it’s called, external monitor is needed - only required for the initial setup process, lets not confuse everyone that you can connect IPad on the go. Also you need a display to enable automatic log in and disable fire vault, otherwise you will need an external monitor every time you use Luna display

[@GForce.]

i dont have Luna but i tried pluging in a USB cable to make my iPad Pro M1 as a monitor - it does not work - can anyone help on how to set this up. It does look like it works but we need more details

[@1man2manynotes]

Thank you b/c he skipped the setup which is perhaps the most important part, and this seems very important to know

[@ishmaelksandy10]

@@GForce. have you figured out if it can work with out the luna device present?

[@ByteReview]

Super interesting idea man! Makes me wonder if Apple will ever get a touchscreen on the go for MacBooks moving forward!

[@TausifHussain]

Thanks bro! It is a thing of curiosity lol.

[@jaydenrussell7491]

@@TausifHussain they should improve there camera quality for Mac books also especially with so many people on zoom. It’s weird that the iPhone has such a better qaulity camera than the more expensive Mac

[@TheRealVolk]

I now know how to solve my quest of buying and using a Mac mini with no dedicated monitor. Awesome! Thanks for sharing!

[@Decodingfashion_]

Thanks for adding the cable connect option. I have been thinking if I am traveling to another place with my mini and iPad, if I could use the two to connect and use FCP and boom, this help so much. Cheers.

[@ShayaanAzeem]

You just had to post this video when i am in online school! 😂😅 (i will comeback to finish watching this)

[@TausifHussain]

Lmaoooo sorry 😂. Let me know what you think!

[@TKO593]

Will this take advantage of the higher refresh rates of the pro iPads display? I would use this if it does.

[@michaelbell75]

Of course

[@nuevoinvolve]

love the cinematography!

[@trapbeatproducer]

The lighting in the main shot where you talk is beautiful Peach on the left and Violet to the right 🥺❤️. I might copy this idea for my bedroom - looks great! You also inspired me to possibly replace my Apple TV with a Mac Mini. It would be easy to read message notifications on screen while watching Netflix or KZbin. That is a needed 'mod' so I literally don't have to move. Ever 🤣

[@beansdesigns]

why am i watching this i don’t have any of these products lol

[@alrodriguez986]

Thanks for the video! Question, do I need Luna Display to hard wire connect the iPad to the Mac Mini? Looking to pickup a new M1 Mac Mini and use with an older iPad I’ve got and haven’t been using. Thanks a bunch!!

[@GForce.]

i couldent get it working with a USB C cable, i dont have Luna

[@bandofcrazies7082]

I think this is a question MANY people have on here…can you just direct connect from Mac Mini to IPad using USB-C without Luna.

[@GadgetTrish]

This is beyond cool and this may be a possible setup for me in the future. Great post.

[@Ded-Ede]

This is my dream setup and use case. I use my iPad Pro more than my dying 2011 MacBook Pro laptop so I decided I needed a Mac mini to be my headless Mac and I can then sidecar my Mac to my iPad Pro, but searching around KZbin I found no youtuber making videos about the new M1 Mac mini mentioning this option … Until now. I guess 80 bucks is not too much to spend do use my powerful Mac from my sofa while at home.

[@pinkdiscomosh2766]

I used to think that a set up like this would be necessary because the Intel Mac mini’s had upgradable RAM and better performance for the price over other Macs in it’s range. Now with Apple Silicon Macs, the 13” MBP is just as performant as the M1 Mac Mini so just using the portable laptop again is perfectly viable.

[@TausifHussain]

Oh 100%. This is only if you have a Mac mini and an iPad already !

[@smileofdean]

⁠@@TausifHussain Tausif, is it possible to i use this combination wired but without Luna Display? And when you plug in and do wired, will ipad be charged too from mac mini power?

[@bonetokloid1600]

With this display on the iPad, can I use the camera and microphone to do a zoom conference using Luna display?

[@anthonyaguilar2467]

hasta donde he probado no se puede te sirve es como un monitor tactil, lagunas cosas las puedes hacer con el dedo como hacer clic o deslizar (haci arriba o abajo) con dos dedos

[@Musicradio77Network]

This one works with an old monitor. I got a Mitsubishi DiamondPoint 15” monitor at a yard sale over the weekend, and I haven’t set it up yet. All I need is a VGA to HDMI adapter to connect from my monitor to my Mac Mini and it might work.

[@cliftontibbits6644]

Great video and info, I've been thinking about giving it a try,I've been pc all my life so I'm not sure yet,but really thinking and considering it though,thanks again...

[@nediache_r1203]

Imagine having this setup in a coffee shop

[@TausifHussain]

Dopeee

[@digitalife8719]

When you are over excited, It feels like you are lying.

[@suleza]

brilliant!! I do have iPad running around and thinking about getting mac mini. I think I should stop shopping for a screen. Right on!

[@sergeilebadev7412]

Mr Hussein, you are truly a man sent from God. This video has really changed the way that I work, simplifying everything and making my life much easier. I send you so many blessings Mr Hussein, thank you again

[@caelointheclouds]

This is incredible! Thanks for showing us the awesome seamless experience! I gotta grab me a Mac and that keyboard ⌨️!!!

[@jameslatief1]

Did you just make Mac OS touch-screen a reality? I am impressed!

[@waldalwahsh7833]

I just realized that and I’m just as impressed! Having iPad games run through a superior processor and have it still run with touchscreen is a thing I always yearn for

[@rivertam711]

@@waldalwahsh7833 except the iPad Pro processor crushes the M1s......

[@waldalwahsh7833]

@@rivertam711 really :o

[@waldalwahsh7833]

@@rivertam711 um on what basis? www.cpu-monkey.com/en/compare_cpu-apple_m1-1804-vs-apple_a12z_bionic-1651

[@waldalwahsh7833]

@@rivertam711 the m1 is clocked faster, has more performance dedicated cores, supports more ram, has double the cache memory of the a12z, all while being a first generation chip compared to the 9th gen chip on the ipad, it'll never "crush" the m1 as the next iteration of ipads will literally have m1 based chips

[@babysealtv]

Thank you for this!!!!

[@dougscott188]

Great idea and this would work well for someone that wants to run the mini as a headless server.

[@martee4]

Can you use the luna display when first booting up a brand new Mac mini? Or do you need a regular monitor when first setting everything up?

[@mxnjones]

I’m wondering about that as well...

[@lifeincontext21]

Yes, you need another monitor when you first set it up. I just connected it to my TV via HDMI.

[@rotostu900]

When you are using it via cable. Are you plugging into the other end of the dongle? Otherwise is the dongle only required for WiFi connection? So could you use the Luna app with usb c cable plugged into Mac mini directly?

[@makaikano]

Same question

[@charliecastillo8659]

Same question

[@danprince6587]

Same question

[@leafXIV]

Same question

[@30Ghector]

I think he used a hdmi to usb-c cable newer ipads use usb-c.and theres also hdmi to lighting adapters for older ipads

[@paulussantosociwidjaja4781]

Very clever idea of yours, Tausiff. Thank you! Got to get those gadgets soon.

[@TausifHussain]

Thank you bro! Ayeeee let’s get it

[@1ku0k]

This is actually very useful for people with bad necks who cannot sit at the desk for too long. Thanks for making this video. Has given me many ideas

[@JHawk]

I had no idea this is even possible. Dope video man!

[@TausifHussain]

Thank you brother! Yeee it’s some marry poppins ish

[@PhotosWithTheFields]

So I can plug my IPad Pro via USB-C straight into the Mac mini and it will serve as a Monitor without the Lunar display piece? Asking because it looks like that’s what you did at 3:30

[@john-xg4ob]

Same question hahaha

[@artisttomeka]

I was thinking the same thing, LOL!!!!

[@keithjames6638]

Same question

[@alejandroramirez2413]

@Tausif Hussain we need you to answer that please. I think we are several people who want to know if it is possible to use the iPad Pro as a monitor using only a Thunderbold 3 usb-C cable connected directly to the mac mini.

[@longdo6858]

Metoo

[@bitarrabih7587]

I like your review! You are making us exciting to try it. Well done.

[@Begs_Sun]

Soooooo cool! That’s my future! Thanks a lot for your explanations !! 😊

[@FlyingArtz.]

Wow!!!!

[@TausifHussain]

🤙🏼

[@LarsVision]

Can we use the Apple® Smart Keyboard that goes with the iPad?

[@freedylo8124]

Same doubt

[@lifeincontext21]

Smart Keyboard, yes. That is definitely supported. Magic Keyboard is not.

[@Kuwandi]

Dude !!!!! … as in the film from the 90s . that was my natural inclination - right off the bat 💫⭐️✅

[@smithfield06]

Superb video 👍I have an iPad and was thinking of buying an i Mac mini, it’s a great solution

[@maxfieldj]

I must be missing something I watched it 4 times and still do not know how the dongle works or what it is supposed to do.

[@MrSockerrocks]

It basically connects to WiFi and streams it to the app if I’m not wrong

[@victoriaecho4679]

You know when you have to use a bluetooth dongle for computers that don’t have built in bluetooth? The dongle acts an alternative to the wire for a mouse or something. This does the same thing. It allows you to connect to a screen without the physical wire. It uses wifi. But if the wifi is low, you can connect directly via a usbc cable. Like a wired mouse when the dongle is blocked by too many things. Makes sense?

[@namarocks101]

What the duck is going onnnn. I was walking around my house thinking about whether I should buy a Mac mini plus iPad setup or just get a MacBook. Went on YT to check what people think AND CAME ACROSS THIS VIDEO *Google is listening*

[@TausifHussain]

LOLLL DAMN. Haha well I’m glad I could help you get sorted though lmaoooo

[@namarocks101]

@@TausifHussain haha yeah, I already have a desktop set up that I use with my laptop. I am going to use the same laptop for a couple more months, while I spend some money to get the iPad Air. Gonna try to use that tablet+magickeyboard off eBay for all my needs and if it works out, I will just buy a Mac mini, and if it does not, then naturally ill know I need to eventually dish out more money for the MBA/MBP.

[@hafidmohadi8811]

Exactly bro that happened to me too

[@novahomicide8042]

Why would google spy on Apple to report to Apple

[@SoumyaRanjanPatro-bi2cv]

Should I buy Mac mini M2 and can I use my samsung tab as main moniter or should I buy MacBook M1 ​@@TausifHussain

[@sueferreira9711]

Love your enthusiasm!! Great video!

[@Develoquent]

This is very cool! there arent many videos for mac mini portability setups, but this is a great one!

[@TausifHussain]

Thank you!!

[@TheWuffball]

imagine if they just let us run macOS in the iPad native

[@randyrinaldie]

Can you use apple magic keyboard to run the mac mini?

[@TausifHussain]

Yep

[@tsisot1]

So, isn’t necessary an external keyboard and mouse? And, is the iPad camera usable while monitoring the mini?

[@lennartuecker]

After dub-dub yesterday that might be the perfect solution for me. I won't go for a MacBook in addition to my 12.9 iPad but I get the Mac Mini for pro work at home and on the small occasions I have to do that on the go I put the Mini in my backpack.

[@grisomusician]

Finally the difference between Luna and Sidecar is clear🎉🎉thenx for this video

[@IMadeInRussiaI]

Wait a second. This guy is actually re-invented Macbook. Just 2x times expensive and less portable?

[@billygoodlife4712]

Wait, did you mean you can touch the macbook screen? Omg i should try it in my macbook pro.

[@oviin1097]

Now we need a 23” mini-led iPad😎

[@naboretienne6204]

Made this setup with a late 2012 mac mini hooked to an egpu and plugged directly into my router. Love the workflow, it’s flawless, sorta craving a 16 in. ipad pro.

[@Franquecocina]

Have you tried without the egpu? I have a 2012 mac mini 2.5ghz and i am thinking on buy an ipad in order to get a portatil set up

[@naboretienne6204]

@@Franquecocina You may get different results if the iPad is wired. But wirelessly it’ll be laggy. Unfortunately you’ll need some support from a epgu, or a newer mac mini model :/

[@Franquecocina]

@@naboretienne6204 so, there is no way to use a tablet as a first monitor of a mac mini 2012 by cable conection?

[@naboretienne6204]

@@Franquecocina it’ll definitely work, mileage will vary depending which tasks you plan on doing

[@Franquecocina]

@@naboretienne6204 I just need to code, so it will be some google chrome tabs and a visual studio code runing. Do you know how should I do it? I have rade about the "duet display" which allows me to aim the conection by an usb cable, or do you know about other path?

[@Jazzmarcel]

Oh shit! Finally something to may get me to go back to Mac computers!