Consideration of My Devices 2021

• Conclusion
  • Purchase a discounted iPad Pro
    • Pair it with the Logicool Combo Touch for frequent outdoor use
  • Purchase a powerful MBP
    • Use it as the main PC
    • Carry it when a PC is needed outside
  • Do not replace the smartphone
    • Already spending a significant amount on the above two devices and satisfied with the current smartphone
    • Seems like the smartphone’s usefulness has reached its peak

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• With the release of M1 Pro/Max MacBook Pro, consider which specs to choose

  • Probably go for 2TB storage for ample space if using it as the main PC
  • The lower-end M1 Max processor might be sufficient
    • Considering a potential increase in displays in the future, leaning towards the Max version
    • Oh, can you connect two displays to the Pro as well?
      • In that case, the Pro might suffice
  • Memory is a dilemma; curious about the benefits of upgrading to 64GB
    • Currently not facing any issues with 32GB
    • Saw an explanation that Unified Memory utilizes GPU as well, making 64GB preferable
  • 14-inch size seems suitable

• Also, need to consider Tax Return for the Fiscal Year 2021

  • Heard about deducting expenses but unsure about the best approach

• Considering smartphones and PCs, the most viable options currently are

  • M1Max MacBook Pro
    • Primarily for home use, portable for outdoor work
  • iPad Air
    • Aim to rely mainly on this device outdoors
    • With Logicool Combo Touch, it can handle most PC tasks
  • Pixel 4
    • Content with the current one, no urgent need for an upgrade
    • Dislike iPhones due to the Lightning connector

• Ended up settling for a safe choice lol

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• Considering replacing the current MacBook as it’s becoming sluggish
  • Also have financial support for this
• Option 1
  • Purchase a new powerful M1X MacBook and rely solely on it
  • Concerned about the weight, need to check the specs first
  • If a more powerful PC is needed in the future, consider buying a Windows device
• Option 2
  • Buy a portable MacBook Air for mobility and continue using the current iMac
  • Would have chosen this option initially, but the ability to afford a high-end PC complicates the decision
  • Additionally, the iPad serves well as a lightweight portable device

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• Things You’ll Be in Trouble Without a Mobile Phone are quite limited

  • If these tasks can be accomplished through other means, not having a mobile phone is acceptable (preferred)
  • Unclear on the statement “I don’t want to carry a mobile phone” when it comes to carrying an iPad instead; why is that? (tkgshn)
    • (Perhaps for using the Pencil?)
    • Reasons for not wanting to buy a mobile phone
      • (blu3mo)
        • If the iPad can fulfill most smartphone functions, it makes sense to focus expenses on the iPad
      • Motivation for a Digital Detox (blu3mo)
        • Want to stop reaching for the smartphone in idle moments
        • Less to think about is beneficial
        • Prefer centralized charging management
          • Particularly want to get rid of the Lightning cable
          • Current devices include MacBook, Pixel, and iPad Air 3, with a mix of USB-C and Lightning being cumbersome
      • Using Phone Number Provision Service services for SMS authentication
        • Then, having a Cellular-enabled camera iPad should suffice

• This issue has a complexity akin to a cubic equation

  • Need to fit devices into the slots for the smartphone, iPad, and PC to find a solution

• Moreover, the limited number of devices available makes it impossible to find the “ultimate device” solution

  • Hence, Problems That Cannot Be Solved Without Imagining the Answer First

• Possible scenarios

  • No mobile phone & Cellular iPad Air & MacBook Pro
    • Issues
      • Difficult to distinguish usage between iPad Air and MacBook
      • Carrying the iPad for a walk is inconvenient (needed for taking photos or clearing The Mist of the World)
  • No mobile phone & Cellular iPad mini & MacBook Pro
    • Issues- The lack of a keyboard on the iPad mini makes it challenging to use it like a laptop.
  • Perhaps it would be better to use a combination of a laptop and an iPad mini.
  • The mini is not bulky, so it wouldn’t be too much to carry around.
  • [iPad mini is not designed to be used with an external keyboard](https://scrapbox.io/tkgshn-private/iPad miniは外付けでキーボードを使うことを想定していない)(tkgshn)

• The camera quality is not impressive.

  • It’s fine for taking photos for record-keeping purposes.
  • However, it may not be satisfying for those who enjoy the process of taking photos.
  • Solutions:
    • One solution would be to buy a DSLR camera.
      • But it’s expensive, and I might get bored of it quickly based on past trends.
      • I’d rather buy an iPhone 13 than an expensive camera.
    • A compact digital camera might be a good option.
      • The weight and hassle of a DSLR camera seem to be the reasons for getting bored.
      • RICOH GRⅢx (expensive)
      • RX100M 3/5/7 (expensive) (good for wide-angle to zoom)
        • But I often see arguments that an iPhone is better than these.
      • Reasons why a compact digital camera is useful even if you have an iPhoneXs that rivals a DSLR!｜Camera buy/sell specialist Nanigurupu
        • iPhones are bulky now, so compact digital cameras are better - that’s the discussion, lol.
      • iPhone Pro Max and a compact digital camera are roughly the same weight.
    • Maybe a smartphone without a SIM card, just for taking photos, could work.
      • I thought about doing this with my current Pixel 4, but I want a wide-angle lens.
        • Using moment lenses seems like a good idea.
        • Well, to keep the phone number, maybe it’s better to have a minimal data plan + continue paying the device fee instead of 50GB.
          • If the Phone Number Provision Service is cheaper than that, then maybe go for that.
  • But apart from the lack of an ultra-wide-angle lens, isn’t the iPad Pro the same as the iPad mini?

• The iPad mini might be too small.

  • It might feel cramped when working on worksheets or solving problems.

• iPhone 13 mini & Cellular iPad Air & MacBook Pro

  • Issues:
    • Incurs device fees.
    • Incurs data charges.
      • Maybe opt for a minimal data plan for the iPhone, mainly for receiving SMS, and go for a larger iPad Air.
    • Carrying just the iPad still ends up being bulky.

• Pixel 4 & Cellular iPad (Air/mini) & MacBook Pro

  • This seems like the way to go.
  • Using my current Pixel 4 with a moment lens seems like a good camera setup.
  • This seems to be the most suitable option given my current contract.
  • Can consolidate to USB-C.
  • Phone number remains the same.
  • In that case, the only decision left is iPad mini vs iPad Air.