How to use 24" iMac (M1) + Tips/Tricks!

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  • @musiclover19401
    @musiclover19401 3 ปีที่แล้ว +256

    So many helpful tips and easy to understand. Thank you so much. I was so disappointed to discover how low the storage capacity is out of the box but I now know how to pick add-ons to increase capacity at a reasonable cost. I am 86 years old and appreciate that you are able to review and deliver tips that even a non-tech like myself can understand and follow.

    • @annaaalove6311
      @annaaalove6311 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Yeah just make sure you get an external SSD when you're ready to expand storage.

    • @Darkest_Soul_187
      @Darkest_Soul_187 2 ปีที่แล้ว +33

      I'm impressed you know what TH-cam and internet is at your age, let alone using iMAC

    • @thewinterbear7818
      @thewinterbear7818 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Bro is 86 lmao

    • @frswastika
      @frswastika 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Age doesn't matter, I'm 972728229273636 years old and I have an lollipop in my hand.

    • @AP-pb6tc
      @AP-pb6tc ปีที่แล้ว

      @Chris too

  • @The_Calm_Chaos
    @The_Calm_Chaos 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    This was incredibly useful. So much better than the usual unboxing and just reading out specs that most tech youtubers do.

  • @640A
    @640A 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Thanks for the tips Harris, a few of them were really helpful.

  • @BizziCat
    @BizziCat ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you! This was very useful. Just got my new 24” iMac yesterday. Hot corners and screen shot tips are so useful!

  • @threezo
    @threezo ปีที่แล้ว +3

    The content was quality, I was able to easily take the steps while you drove... the right click for the magic mouse was exactly what I was looking for...then you gave out a boatload of other gems I didn't even know I wanted now I have incorporated them all! well done...thank you!

  • @chazyvr
    @chazyvr 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This is the most helpful iMac video I've seen. I wish I had found it earlier. Thanks for all the tips.

  • @alexxanderthomas7176
    @alexxanderthomas7176 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Best review I’ve watched yet and I think I’ve seen em all. Thank you

  • @tobyg3061
    @tobyg3061 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks I just bought one , really helpful

  • @bernadettearaujo1080
    @bernadettearaujo1080 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is so helpful! Just got mine and I’m so excited to use these tips

  • @IFlYsOlO76
    @IFlYsOlO76 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very well done. You spoke clearly and slowly unlike a few who just ramble on and on! Looking forward to my delivery!

  • @jackwilson2304
    @jackwilson2304 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I have an appointment at the Apple store this morning to see it up close. I'm 90% sure I'll get one. This computer was made for me. Great review.

  • @veronicapiena3863
    @veronicapiena3863 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Clear instructions, helpful. Still need more detailed helps, hints and how to for 75+ ages. Thank you.

  • @lilibethsalazar8406
    @lilibethsalazar8406 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thankyou so much for all the info!

  • @picklesandstardust3250
    @picklesandstardust3250 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This is the first video I’ve watched of yours, and I’m subscribing. You are so helpful and easy to understand. What a perfect video!!! Awesome. Thank you so much. Xx

  • @fmspec
    @fmspec 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video, I’m glad I found your useful channel and I’m now a subscriber, I’m a windows user just trying out to learn my new iMac 24, even though I have an iPhone and iPad, your tutorial has really helped me.
    Can you make a video how we can extend our storage with external ssd? I have the 256GB but have a ton of videos, pictures and music that will not fit unless I have them on external ssd. Can I access the ssd to see my pictures, videos and music just by clicking the shortcuts installed?

  • @BoomerLoveforGenZ
    @BoomerLoveforGenZ 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Received my blue one yesterday. Setting it up tomorrow!

  • @thefrenchs8281
    @thefrenchs8281 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I just got this very one yesterday!! It’s awesome!

  • @mindovertek9282
    @mindovertek9282 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Loved the video! Thanks for the tips Harris.

  • @rachelbornel5847
    @rachelbornel5847 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Its very helpful, thanks to you.

  • @jazzguitar3441
    @jazzguitar3441 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Just for anyone considering getting a "small" iMac 2021 with little storage, 256 or whatever and using a hard drive for extra storage: your data transfer will only ever be as slow as your hard drive. If you need the speed of the M1 chip, which is mind-blowing in my opinion, then better opt for the bigger storage.

    • @shiaw.3294
      @shiaw.3294 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I’m thinking about buying one for doing school work, I will be starting school on sept, but I’m planning on being in school for 4+ years plus I also have my own business which i will be doing most of the stuff from my iMac too. do you think I can buy the 256 or should I just pay the extra money for 500gb or even 1tb

    • @shiaw.3294
      @shiaw.3294 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I don’t know if the 256 is enough or should I get more

    • @christopheraden4035
      @christopheraden4035 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@shiaw.3294 yes!

  • @mauriziobellorini7731
    @mauriziobellorini7731 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    love this video. great so helpful. thank you

  • @jimaitken1859
    @jimaitken1859 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    My blue one arrives Tuesday, so excited

    • @jimaitken1859
      @jimaitken1859 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It came , set up last night , love it

  • @petra_daniels
    @petra_daniels 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    thank you for showing this hub.. I needed to know and u told us

  • @jeff8ball
    @jeff8ball 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thanks for the tips. Easy, helpful and to the point. Great!

  • @sohelali_us
    @sohelali_us 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome! Learned so many new stuff from your video. Thank you soooo much.

  • @HALEOKEAWE
    @HALEOKEAWE 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    This was an amazing video, I was actually looking for something else and came across this. I learned a lot about my iMac after this video!!! Love it!! Any suggestions on second monitors for this computer and set up

  • @CoffeewithJesusTalk
    @CoffeewithJesusTalk 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This was a very useful and well-made video. I would like to know how to use OBS with the M1 iMac. Or, tell me if there is any other options that are hidden on apple with regard to screen sharing?

  • @kathyt221
    @kathyt221 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is so helpful. Amazing!

  • @theflyer4285
    @theflyer4285 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent presentation. ty

  • @IshanAgarwal24
    @IshanAgarwal24 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Was waiting for this! Thank you, Harris.

    • @iDB
      @iDB  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Hope you enjoyed it!

  • @CrazedAdventuress89
    @CrazedAdventuress89 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    This video was very useful for me thank you.

  • @MrHeroes91
    @MrHeroes91 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for the tips and tricks

  • @sandraguzman6844
    @sandraguzman6844 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome video! Very helpful

  • @mihai_chindris
    @mihai_chindris 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    very informative content! thanks!

  • @leannedawnxo
    @leannedawnxo 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I just ordered this one! So excited to get it. My first iMac and also my first apple laptop since 2012 . My laptop from 2012 doesn’t work anymore and can’t update anymore so decided to upgrade

    • @jessicamena3320
      @jessicamena3320 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Same here I’m having to upgrade my 15 inch MacBook Air because its from 2011 so that makes it really old and obsolete. Surprisingly the computer still works, the Apple employees were surprised it was still working when I brought it in to attempt to fix the camera and mic.

    • @leannedawnxo
      @leannedawnxo 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@jessicamena3320 yeah mine doesn’t update anymore the software. It comes up but when I update it freezes and stops so I have to press those buttons or just turn it off. I’m excited to get it. It says it’s coming the 29th of this month

  • @barbiesworld8747
    @barbiesworld8747 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I’m getting this for my birthday and super excited!!!! ( colour : purple )

    • @vwood2
      @vwood2 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Me too👏🏼 Hope yours comes soon! Enjoy! 😀

    • @barbiesworld8747
      @barbiesworld8747 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@vwood2 Thank you 😊 you too!

    • @barbiesworld8747
      @barbiesworld8747 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @darcia wow! So cool! Even I ordered the purple one!

    • @Twestliw
      @Twestliw 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      SAME I just got mine

  • @rocket51ful
    @rocket51ful 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome video thank you!!!😊

  • @BanhGiaTho
    @BanhGiaTho 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I like the video very much. It's almost everything I need. Thanks !

  • @dfeather21
    @dfeather21 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video. Thank you so much for your expertise. GOD bless.

  • @littletodger7008
    @littletodger7008 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Outstanding review.

  • @LindaJohnson-wu6ws
    @LindaJohnson-wu6ws 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Super great video! I’m awaiting the shipment of my iMac 1 512. Your video will be very helpful for me when it arrives. You are really great at explaining! Thank.

  • @edwgwilym
    @edwgwilym หลายเดือนก่อน

    Super good vid! Thanks! Informative, unpretentious, original… very helpful to me !

  • @jandekker6008
    @jandekker6008 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    A ton of interesting stuff here. Nice. But does the short cable on that dock not drive you nuts? I'm looking for a dock that has about the same array of ports but a cable that reaches the desk! Any ideas? All I can find is the swanky Caldigit and OWC ones. They're super nice, but overkill for my needs.

  • @mhouslay7281
    @mhouslay7281 3 ปีที่แล้ว +81

    You’ve made my Saturday morning. Brilliant video. So clear and so helpful. Lots of little tips that I’ll really use. And exciting to see the new, elegant machine as well. Thank you very much indeed 😊
    Can’t wait for my blue iMac (16Gb RAM 8/8 core) to arrive next month for my 71st birthday. My old one has done a decade worth of great service - I also remember buying the very first Mac with floppy discs (oh dear ! You had to work that hard - one disc in for system and application, eject, another disc in to save, eject 😂 and so it went one. ‘Good old days ‘ - no, no , no 😱)

    • @NomusaMagical
      @NomusaMagical 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Younger than you … but not young! As a granny, can def relate to your comment. Waiting on silver 16 GB 8/8). I recall our office admins typing our memos and using 12 inch floppies!!! Can also recall the old green and white stripe paper with the perforated holes on the side 👩🏾‍🦳

    • @mhouslay7281
      @mhouslay7281 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@NomusaMagical
      Brilliant. Me too !
      iMac Blue arrived the other day. It’s a thing of beauty. The unboxing is probably the best ever - it’s like origami. That beautiful. I was so excited !
      Enjoy !!!

    • @NomusaMagical
      @NomusaMagical 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@mhouslay7281 Congrats! Blue is 🔥. Especially deep, rich, rear color. Don’t stay up 24 hrs playing with your new toy. I KNOW I will but .. July 15-22 is at least 44,743 minutes away 🤷🏽‍♀️

    • @mhouslay7281
      @mhouslay7281 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@NomusaMagical 😂👍

    • @toptonevideo
      @toptonevideo 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I bought my first Mac in 1986. I wish I spent as much on Apple stock then as I spent on that computer. We use to call that disk swapping process toasting. My new blue iMac is due this week....!!

  • @bettydavies8511
    @bettydavies8511 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Much appreciated. Thank you!

  • @rudym415
    @rudym415 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    This was awesome, so many new things I didn’t know

  • @kellyguilford3460
    @kellyguilford3460 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Great video…Where did you get your USB Cto USB A connector?

  • @chantalrochon3566
    @chantalrochon3566 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for this video 👍🏽👍🏿👍👍🏻

  • @ninapearman
    @ninapearman ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you so much for your tutorial, very much appreciated

  • @mumbaipropertiess
    @mumbaipropertiess 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Got my Blue iMac today
    Very excited 😍

  • @sageyowns26
    @sageyowns26 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    nice video, very helpful

  • @ggs3191
    @ggs3191 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Silver one with upgraded SSD and numeric keyboard coming in 3 weeks, super excited ☺️ might have to get a MacBook again

  • @user-im2ou9oc9v
    @user-im2ou9oc9v 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    So cool! Thank you!

  • @user-mc9km5vv5h
    @user-mc9km5vv5h 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you for your help!

  • @patluchansky9423
    @patluchansky9423 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great Review! Where is the best place to buy a USB SSD and a Hub and how do I watch your video to see which is best?

  • @larryhanya
    @larryhanya 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I never liked Apple mouse either, but this one works kind of like a trackpad. I like it.

  • @miketorre16
    @miketorre16 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    well explanation of the mac. thinking about switching from windows

  • @user-dp1ms4li5q
    @user-dp1ms4li5q 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    thanks for the review! can i use it as second display for macbook pro?

  • @dlinsanity
    @dlinsanity 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    can't wait for mine to arrive. ordered ie 3 weeks ago but it's not arriving till mid july :O they're so backordered for the 512 GB

  • @james_godfrey
    @james_godfrey 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Excellent video! Can I just ask what the length of the power cable is for the iMac, I know apple said 2 metres, but is that 2 metres to the power adapter or is it longer than that? Thanks

  • @mrs.c5471
    @mrs.c5471 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I need a hub with a SD port so I found one on Amazon from TWOPAN with 2 SD ports, 2 USB-3, 1 USB-2, and a lightening port. What is so neat about it is it attaches to the bottom of the monitor and uses 1 of my 4 ports on the back. Even neater it has faceplates in every color the iMac comes in so it looks like it was made for the iMac.

  • @VOID_PLAYS347
    @VOID_PLAYS347 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’m gonna get one so this will help me a lot thxs

  • @ThanhVanBui839
    @ThanhVanBui839 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you.
    Should the Imac sleep or shut down?

  • @anamolregmi1997
    @anamolregmi1997 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Quality video as always!

    • @iDB
      @iDB  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you!

  • @user-ou4gp7tf7t
    @user-ou4gp7tf7t 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This is amazing

  • @EricDarcman
    @EricDarcman 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent video dude!

  • @LindaMarie510
    @LindaMarie510 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you!

  • @ashmeesh
    @ashmeesh 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love this video! Just ordered a purple one! Can't wait! By the way, what arm is that for the yeti? I need to get one and that's awesome!

  • @marielosvillafuerteguzman4136
    @marielosvillafuerteguzman4136 ปีที่แล้ว

    🎉wow thank you!!!

  • @nicoyrhysmclean
    @nicoyrhysmclean 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I find these videos very satisfying.

  • @lyndasnart7823
    @lyndasnart7823 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Definatly helpful thankyou 😷🌍👍🇦🇺

  • @neilhutchison3338
    @neilhutchison3338 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Really useful. Thank you. I’m picking up my new M1 iMac tomorrow and will come back to your video. For existing iMac users I guess a question is : how easy is it to transfer files from an old Mac to the new one? I understand there’s something called Migration Assistant?

    • @elainapaigewilkerson9232
      @elainapaigewilkerson9232 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Migration assistant wouldn’t work for me so I just used I cloud and flash drive

  • @rafiqpei1942
    @rafiqpei1942 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks 👍🏼

  • @SchafikKH
    @SchafikKH 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Is there something like sidecar available for the iMac to the MacBook Air? So using both screens?

  • @ATeeVee
    @ATeeVee 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow great tips, I'm sure I'll be using some if not all of them :) Bought a hub too as the 4 usb c ports just wouldn't do it. Thanks for the great info!

  • @mikemedina2404
    @mikemedina2404 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just off this video I gotta follow and subscribe to you ! Great job man !

  • @KalpeshPatel78
    @KalpeshPatel78 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    I so want an Imac. This is lit.

  • @johnmalihi6045
    @johnmalihi6045 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi i was wondering what is the best thing to do for the new Imac 24 turn it off in the evening or put it to sleep, to get best longevity and performance.

  • @lourdesmilian7174
    @lourdesmilian7174 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great full for the tips question can you add a second screen to this AIO Mac?

  • @romimirza825
    @romimirza825 ปีที่แล้ว

    Side car is bad ass! Thanks

  • @alexb3831
    @alexb3831 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    watching this on my new iMac I love it I got the red one btw

  • @kass1751
    @kass1751 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    if i log into the apple id i use on my phone, will it mess with the storage? i have 5 gb on my phone and im looking to make some of the pictures on there my wallpaper. if i link it will it only give my imac 5gb rather than 246gb or will it just use some storage for my pics and videos ?

  • @jilljohnson3040
    @jilljohnson3040 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi!!! Where did you get that desk from?? I have been looking for something like that since I purchased the Mac!

  • @analicevigo
    @analicevigo 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very helpful video! I really wish Sidecar feature worked with MacBooks!

  • @rodedc
    @rodedc 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Excellent, incredible quick review of this iMac 24" which I just ordered from Costco. Spending a lifetime in teaching, I was very much impressed with the detail and interesting efficient way that he presented this review. I learned a lot and even picked up a few things I should have know before i.e. common

  • @Pikachu_hat
    @Pikachu_hat ปีที่แล้ว

    as a imac user i have a custom keyborad and mouse and also lovr the imac 🥰

  • @iigeorgieqq
    @iigeorgieqq 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    do you know how to switch the keyboard and mouse too a different ones? like wireless ones if yes can you do a tutorial please thanks :)

  • @MediSpring
    @MediSpring 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    has anyone an unboxing video with the keyboard with number block? wanna see the touch ID button on that larger keyboard. thanks

  • @carolynmcdermott6138
    @carolynmcdermott6138 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    What about a printer? I bought aCannon PIXMA TS 3100 which should be really easy to pair but the guide has me scratching my very old head! Any videos on this?
    Thanks for the suggestions for the thunderbolt 3 I’m off to find one now

  • @onair141
    @onair141 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    This was more helpful than I realize

  • @retroworldnews
    @retroworldnews ปีที่แล้ว

    Just curious they come with charging cable right to charge the keyboard and mouse or touchpad right as usual ? The last iMac i bought I seem remember they got put one charging cable to charge your wireless keyboard / mouse but i choose touchpad. Actually my present iMac wireless touch pad sucks i used back the old iMac touch pad and keyboard which insert AA battery. I feel the old keyboard and touch pad with AA battery irony seem better than the latest one.

  • @xp10290
    @xp10290 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I know the 27 inch IMacs you upgrade the RAM but can you upgrade the ram on iMac 24 (2021) as well? Maybe 16GB max

  • @GeHuCla
    @GeHuCla 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I just bought mine, the same in the video, and I'm going LOCO. Greetings from Argentina 🇦🇷

    • @eduardoalvarez2497
      @eduardoalvarez2497 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      yeah I also got the blue one is really nice!

  • @fikriwahi2054
    @fikriwahi2054 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi, is the video tips and trick also available in macbook pro?

  • @danprince6587
    @danprince6587 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Question, I have some older Microsoft Office software, is it compatible with the new iMac? In other words can I still use Microsoft office?

  • @chinnarimata6330
    @chinnarimata6330 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    nice your video Tq.

  • @wendellsmith7832
    @wendellsmith7832 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What is the USB-C hub that you use as an add-on in this video?

  • @Luke_Person1234
    @Luke_Person1234 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can I plug the USB-C to headphone jack into it and use that for speakers and headphones etc?.

  • @markoconnell804
    @markoconnell804 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Does the iMac M1 Siri allow you to set timers like on the iPad or iPhone?

  • @SuuzieQ
    @SuuzieQ 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can you also use an external harddrive on a usb C to usb A adapter?