Digital Man Posted October 15, 2020 Share Posted October 15, 2020 (edited) Hi All, I have a early 2009 Apple tower desktop computer, in my bedroom, space is tight, what I would like to know is, can I use my iPhone 8 Plus to control the computer instead of using the computers keyboard and mouse ? yes, space is that tight, if so, how ? Thanks Edited October 15, 2020 by Digital Man Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aussievintage Posted October 15, 2020 Share Posted October 15, 2020 VNC. Install the server software (it's relatively small) on the tower, and run the viewer on any other computer - including phones. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aussievintage Posted October 15, 2020 Share Posted October 15, 2020 Just now, aussievintage said: VNC. Install the server software (it's relatively small) on the tower, and run the viewer on any other computer - including phones. Actually the server software may be already built in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Digital Man Posted October 15, 2020 Author Share Posted October 15, 2020 Hi, Okay, if it’s already built in, how do I recognise and find it ? Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Digital Man Posted October 15, 2020 Author Share Posted October 15, 2020 Also, VNC, is that the name of the software ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aussievintage Posted October 15, 2020 Share Posted October 15, 2020 1 minute ago, Digital Man said: Hi, Okay, if it’s already built in, how do I recognise and find it ? Thanks search "apple vnc server" https://support.jumpdesktop.com/hc/en-us/articles/216425923-Mac-How-do-I-enable-the-VNC-Server-built-into-the-Mac- 1 minute ago, Digital Man said: Also, VNC, is that the name of the software ? Yep Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Digital Man Posted October 15, 2020 Author Share Posted October 15, 2020 Okay. Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Honreekea Posted November 19, 2020 Share Posted November 19, 2020 (edited) Thinking about a new Imac Pro. Any reports on common problems with them? thnks Edited November 19, 2020 by Honreekea Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steffen Posted November 19, 2020 Share Posted November 19, 2020 On 15/10/2020 at 4:22 PM, Digital Man said: Hi All, I have a early 2009 Apple tower desktop computer, in my bedroom, space is tight, what I would like to know is, can I use my iPhone 8 Plus to control the computer instead of using the computers keyboard and mouse ? yes, space is that tight, if so, how ? Thanks I use the Screens app on my iPad to control my Macs. It works brilliantly and fast, using the Mac’s built-in screen sharing. The iPhone 8 Plus screen is going to be quite small for this, but it definitely works. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steffen Posted November 19, 2020 Share Posted November 19, 2020 25 minutes ago, Honreekea said: Thinking about a new Imac Pro. Any reports on common problems with them? thnks The only problem I can see is that the just released entry-level Macbook Air M1 is almost as fast or much faster, in multi-core and single-core CPU benchmarks, respectively. The Intel chips are really going to look bad next year when Apple applies their silicon to the higher end Macs. The iMac Pro was last updated 3 years ago, it feels like it would be next in line for the Apple silicon treatment. That said, if you need a workstation class Mac with a fantastic 5K display right now then you should buy one. Otherwise, sit tight and wait Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Honreekea Posted November 19, 2020 Share Posted November 19, 2020 5 minutes ago, Steffen said: The only problem I can see is that the just released entry-level Macbook Air M1 is almost as fast or much faster, in multi-core and single-core CPU benchmarks, respectively. The Intel chips are really going to look bad next year when Apple applies their silicon to the higher end Macs. The iMac Pro was last updated 3 years ago, it feels like it would be next in line for the Apple silicon treatment. That said, if you need a workstation class Mac with a fantastic 5K display right now then you should buy one. Otherwise, sit tight and wait Okay. thanks. I'll try to get a M1 mini at 16g and 1t drive. cheers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Honreekea Posted November 19, 2020 Share Posted November 19, 2020 I've been reading about the M1 Mini on the Anandtech website. Definitely a better choice and a saving of money . I'm so glad I asked here.....thanks again! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davewantsmoore Posted November 23, 2020 Share Posted November 23, 2020 On 15/10/2020 at 4:41 PM, Digital Man said: Hi, Okay, if it’s already built in, how do I recognise and find it ? Thanks Turn it on: https://support.apple.com/en-au/guide/mac-help/mh11848/mac Then use a VNC app on the iPhone to connect to the Mac (there are many VNC apps for iOS) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davewantsmoore Posted November 23, 2020 Share Posted November 23, 2020 On 19/11/2020 at 4:55 PM, Honreekea said: Thinking about a new Imac Pro. Any reports on common problems with them? thnks They are expensive. You probably don't need one, if asking such a question here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davewantsmoore Posted November 23, 2020 Share Posted November 23, 2020 On 19/11/2020 at 6:31 PM, Honreekea said: I've been reading about the M1 Mini on the Anandtech website. Definitely a better choice and a saving of money . I'm so glad I asked here.....thanks again! Ah. Yes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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