Posts from TomAtAlki in thread „In need of a new Apple computer!“

  • In need of a new Apple computer!

    Serafina and Splinter, Have you tried to call Apple Care (1 800 692 7753 in the US) I think they also have So America numbers but not sure. I just use WiFi calling. Sometimes they try to charge you when you are out of warrantee but mostly not, especially if it is a software/OS problem. I just got off an hour and a half call with a second tier specialist trying to figure out why disk 1st aid isn't working properly. We finally sent data to the engineers and she will call me back on Friday with answers. I also asked her about some problems with Photos. My Mac is a 2013 MacBook Air, out of warrantee.


    High Sierra was a major change in the OS and knowing the details is way above my pay grade. It did affect how pictures are handled. I think that when doing OS upgrades you do have to do a little research to see if there are any known problems. MacWorld.com and iMore.com are good sites.

  • In need of a new Apple computer!

    Quote from serafina

    On MacStation (stores in Barrio Norte & Las Canitas, and online) the cheapest Retina iMac is about 39k ARS, which is the same RSP of Apple.it. Link here. Also Maxim Store has it for slightly less (link).

    However, when you buy at an Apple store you can return your old computer and a get a substantial discount. I do not think resellers do this.


    Anyway, I will be back to Capital in 20 days and I'll make a decision then. Semigoodlooking , have you bought yours?

    I think the discount you get for turning in your old Apple product is substantially less than you can sell that product for here in Buenos Aires. It's even less than selling it in the US unless things have changed recently. They do take condition into consideration.

  • In need of a new Apple computer!

    The only Mac made in the USA is the Mac Pro....the garbage can Mac. Maybe in the future.


    I have always been scanned when coming through EZE although nobody has ever looked at the scanner. Except the last time (Oct '17) when we got the green light and were directed to walk directly through the door, do not scan, do not slow down, just go. :=)