Riffster Posted January 24, 2011 Share Posted January 24, 2011 I've had bad computer karma lately, My 8-year old Dell desktop does not do the job for recording even after upgrading its memory to the max. Now the CD drive is going out, it won't read. My 2-year old HP laptop with Vista, has been glitchy from the beginning, now the fan is noisy and the screen has a false contact, a true P.O.S. I got a MacBook Pro last week to be able to have a reliable computer and to record with GarageBand. So far I have spent an hour on the phone with Mac support because Safari just won't hunt, any website is too much so it constantly freezes. Downloaded Firefox and it is better but still a freaking struggle just to surf the web. Mac support had to put my case with a Senior advisor because they can't really figure out with this computer freezes and hesitates (note my double posts lately) So why are Macs so highly regarded? because I have had problems downloading programs as well, even Apple programs. I look for solutions on the web and most Mac enthusiasts blame other softwares for their internet under-performance. I am going to be watching this thing like a hawk and if it keeps like this it is going back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
surfpup Posted January 24, 2011 Share Posted January 24, 2011 Sorry to hear that. I've never had a lick of trouble with my MacBook Pro (or my wife's MacBook). We use a variety of browsers with no trouble. (I generally use Firefox, for most tasks though). They have both been zippy and reliable. I doubled the RAM recently, but they were really fine with the factory installed amounts. Perhaps you genuinely do have a lemon (it happens) in which case I'd definitely ask for a replacement. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dem00n Posted January 24, 2011 Share Posted January 24, 2011 PC's rules! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Riffster Posted January 24, 2011 Author Share Posted January 24, 2011 I just want to record some guitar clips Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sparky scott 29 Posted January 24, 2011 Share Posted January 24, 2011 ALL my macs, either my mac pro or laptop mac pro, or even my imac i-7, 0 problems. Had a Mac for quite a few years, NEVER had a issue, except I couldn't hook it up fast enough when they are brand new... For the first boot-ups.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShredAstaire Posted January 24, 2011 Share Posted January 24, 2011 Every brand has their lemons. Demand a new one! I love my Mac Pro desktop and i have a 7 year old MacBook that i have had no problems with and it still runs like new. You got a bum computer...now you test their customer service. Get a new one! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Riffster Posted January 24, 2011 Author Share Posted January 24, 2011 I am coming to the conclusion that I need to, it is not going to get better, I mean I was aware of the issues with Macs and Flash but this thing was slow before I downloaded it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tim Plains Posted January 24, 2011 Share Posted January 24, 2011 My wife and I were converted. Two Macs (one desk top, one lap top) two years, no problems. The only "issue" I had was connecting my guitar to the computer. I bought a Griffin iMic to be able to do it but I found there was a slight delay between me hitting the string and then hearing it through the speakers. I may have asked this in the past but can't remember - what do you guys use to connect your guitar to Garage Band and how well does it work? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy R Posted January 24, 2011 Share Posted January 24, 2011 I was anti-mac for years but converted over the last few months. Macbook pro, 2 Ipads, iphone 4 and a new 27" imac.... I REALLY LIKE THEM! You must have got a lemon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G McBride Posted January 24, 2011 Share Posted January 24, 2011 I have a macbook pro and have used it for many years. NO Problems at all. I have never used it to record but have been giving that some thought lately. I have a grandson who wants one badly but his dad wants them to use windows machines for future use in business. Take your MacPro to an Apple Store and let the genius group look at your problem. Maybe they will exchange on the spot or at least solve your issues. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShredAstaire Posted January 24, 2011 Share Posted January 24, 2011 I am coming to the conclusion that I need to, it is not going to get better, I mean I was aware of the issues with Macs and Flash but this thing was slow before I downloaded it. Only iPads have flash issues as far as i know....i've never heard of any flash issues with the regular Mac OS... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The RandyMan Posted January 24, 2011 Share Posted January 24, 2011 I've been working with Macs for years and never had the kind of problems you're having. I currently have a MacBook Pro and a MacBook--no problems whatsoever. I've never heard of a MacLemon but fear that this is what you may have gotten. I would definitely see about getting it replaced--somethin' just ain't right with it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcmurray Posted January 24, 2011 Share Posted January 24, 2011 Ditch safari and download chrome. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShredAstaire Posted January 24, 2011 Share Posted January 24, 2011 I'm a Firefox man myself... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
freak show Posted January 24, 2011 Share Posted January 24, 2011 Like some of the guys have said, you must have gotten a lemon. I've always used Macs, and I have never had a problem. Take yours back, and have them give you a new one! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Riffster Posted January 24, 2011 Author Share Posted January 24, 2011 I will keep using this Mac and see if it gets to 100%, I have been tiling a couple of bathrooms so I have not had a lot of time to play with it more. Firefox is still slow, eventhough the speed of my browser at home is fast. One time it will load a page quickly and then 5 minutes later the same page will take 30 seconds to respond. My iPod Touch is faster using the same connection. My confidence in Apple products is not solid yet, our first iPod, a Classic 80 crapped out after 1 year and 10 months, I posted here for help but the iPod never worked right again. I replaced that with a Classic 160GB for my wife and an iPod Touch 32GB for myself and so far so good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShredAstaire Posted January 24, 2011 Share Posted January 24, 2011 Don't keep using it...if its that bad now, take it back man....the longer you wait, the harder it will be to exchange it. It shouldn't be like that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Riffster Posted January 24, 2011 Author Share Posted January 24, 2011 I think I will, I am going to send an e-mail to the Apple Senior Advisor and see if I can go to the store and get a replacement. I bought this laptop on Amazon.com but so we'll see. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShredAstaire Posted January 24, 2011 Share Posted January 24, 2011 Good luck my friend!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Riffster Posted January 24, 2011 Author Share Posted January 24, 2011 Thanks, I just talked to my wife and she tells me neither Hotmail.com or Expedia.com would load...at all. Time to send this one back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dbreslauer Posted January 24, 2011 Share Posted January 24, 2011 My wife and I were converted. Two Macs (one desk top, one lap top) two years, no problems. The only "issue" I had was connecting my guitar to the computer. I bought a Griffin iMic to be able to do it but I found there was a slight delay between me hitting the string and then hearing it through the speakers. I may have asked this in the past but can't remember - what do you guys use to connect your guitar to Garage Band and how well does it work? I have an apogee one, and it is excellent. In addition to plugging in a guitar, it's got a built in condenser mic. Nice n small too, just a little larger than the iMic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rocky4 Posted January 24, 2011 Share Posted January 24, 2011 The only "issue" I had was connecting my guitar to the computer. I bought a Griffin iMic to be able to do it but I found there was a slight delay between me hitting the string and then hearing it through the speakers. It's called latency and there are many ways to deal with it. It's been a long time since I recorded on my Mac. I remember tweaking some preferences and using an M Audio interface. I'm sure if you posted a thread, one of the more knowledgeable members could give you better advice than I could. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silenced Fred Posted January 24, 2011 Share Posted January 24, 2011 I have an apogee one, and it is excellent. In addition to plugging in a guitar, it's got a built in condenser mic. Nice n small too, just a little larger than the iMic. +1 Apogees are the bees knees. They are expensive, but worth it. I hope to get one soon. Real nice set up BTW, I am a huge Mac fan, and I actually do know some stuff about that. I would return your Mac and get a new one since its acting up, shouldn't be doing that at all Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dbreslauer Posted January 24, 2011 Share Posted January 24, 2011 Thanks, I just talked to my wife and she tells me neither Hotmail.com or Expedia.com would load...at all. Time to send this one back. agreed. both these sites work fine for me on my MBP: i just tried now. good luck! Don Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neilpanda Posted January 24, 2011 Share Posted January 24, 2011 Hey congrats man! were matching! in fact Im on mine right now Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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