Yes it is.
No, it's not. A desktop computer with a slow hard drive, aging processor, uses notebook parts, built without upgrading or user-service in mind, and that you void the warranty by even opening.
Eesh - I don't know why it bugs me so much, I have considered the cute, quiet little buggers. But the value just isn't there. It is a cheaper way to pay the same Apple premium, and it's about the most feature-less and least future-proof machine you could buy.
I admit, I'm using the poor Mini as a stress ball in this post.
No, it's not. A desktop computer with a slow hard drive, aging processor, uses notebook parts, built without upgrading or user-service in mind, and that you void the warranty by even opening.
I admit, I'm using the poor Mini as a stress ball in this post.
+1
the current mini is effectively '2007' for the rest of the world.
nah.macmini with plex+sony lcd 46 = perfect hd home theathre.
tv shows in hd,1080p movies and an amazing plex interface,fast,without lagz ecc.
and Blu ray ..??
to get tru HD, not the compressed rubbish on iTunes..?
how does that work??
True and unless your a gamer, Im still thinking the best way to replace my old 2.4 20" imac will be with a 32" hdtv 1080p and a mini. Perfect for an office or mancave.nah.macmini with plex+sony lcd 46 = perfect hd home theathre.
tv shows in hd,1080p movies and an amazing plex interface,fast,without lagz ecc.
4% worldwide marketshare = why bother..?
It does *not* void your warranty to open a mini. I thought we already cleared this up like 20X over.
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Sorry for interrupting this nice Mini bashing thread, but can you give me a little more information about that?
I always thought it would void the warranty (since the Apple 'Genius' in the local store said so). I'm going to buy a Mini in the next weeks which I will use as a HTPC, but since it will run 24/7 the stock 2.5" drive is pretty much useless.
So let me get this straight, if I swap the HD, I'd still have the 3 year warranty?
Is that printed in the warranty manual of the Mini?
Fry's has always advertised that online price for the mini. Call them and that model at that price is either 'not in stock' or 'sold out', or 'not available in stores'.
Sounds fishy to me...
No, it's not. A desktop computer with a slow hard drive, aging processor, uses notebook parts, built without upgrading or user-service in mind, and that you void the warranty by even opening.
Eesh - I don't know why it bugs me so much, I have considered the cute, quiet little buggers. But the value just isn't there. It is a cheaper way to pay the same Apple premium, and it's about the most feature-less and least future-proof machine you could buy.
I admit, I'm using the poor Mini as a stress ball in this post.
No, it's not. A desktop computer with a slow hard drive, aging processor, uses notebook parts, built without upgrading or user-service in mind, and that you void the warranty by even opening.
Eesh - I don't know why it bugs me so much, I have considered the cute, quiet little buggers. But the value just isn't there. It is a cheaper way to pay the same Apple premium, and it's about the most feature-less and least future-proof machine you could buy.
I admit, I'm using the poor Mini as a stress ball in this post.
Yet every time I compare the price of the mini to a comparable windows machine, the price difference is negligible. The current version from Dell is the Inspiron Zino HD. Price in a configuration similar to a mini with a 320GB drive? $679. Price of the mini - $699. I don't know about you, but $20 for a Mac instead of having to run windows is a no brainer for me.