Transitioned from PC to a MacBook In December 2021, from a Windows PC to a 14-inch M1 Max MacBook Pro for my personal computing needs.
Despite its hefty price tag of over $3000, I have no regrets about the switch, particularly after getting used to macOS.
The Apple ecosystem stands out as exceptional
One aspect of macOS that has consistently fascinated me is the seamless integration within the Apple ecosystem. Apple creates its operating systems to work harmoniously with designated hardware, ensuring each device communicates effectively with others in the lineup.
Now that I’ve embraced the Apple ecosystem with a MacBook, iPhone, AirPods, and an iPad, I see why it’s so popular. For example, since most of my friends have iPhones too, I’m able to text them right from my MacBook. Plus, I frequently use my iPad as a secondary monitor on the go using Sidecar. Switching my AirPods between devices is another feature I really enjoy.
There are additional advantages, such as the ability to copy on one device and paste on another, which greatly reduces hassle. I no longer need to email something from my iPhone simply so I can access it on a Windows PC.
If you have an Android device, you can take advantage of many benefits on Windows using Phone Link. Additionally, alternatives such as Google Drive and WhatsApp offer similar advantages.
Having said that, I don’t believe the Apple ecosystem alone justifies switching from Windows to macOS.
MacBooks excel at balancing battery life, performance, and design
This was exactly what Apple promised and delivered.
My MacBook Pro weighs just under 4 pounds and boasts an ultra-slim design with a compact form factor that easily fits into any backpack without adding much weight. I can edit 4K videos on the move, experiencing only occasional performance slowdowns for up to two hours at a time—all while staying unplugged from the charger.
However, if their performance is comparable, I would prefer to stick with Apple’s ecosystem due to its reliability.
macOS is known for its reliability and lower susceptibility to bugs
Numerous Mac ads have featured phrases such as “it just works” to describe the computer. After three years of use, I can attest that these statements hold true. My MacBook has only crashed about four times over this period, whereas my Windows gaming desktop experiences blue screens roughly that often each year.
The main issue with my MacBook is memory pressure, which stems from my habit of leaving too many apps open simultaneously due to poor digital hygiene. I can’t really blame the device for this problem.
On the other hand, Windows 11 is quite reliable but does come with its share of frustrating quirks. As Microsoft incorporated features like Copilot into the OS, they also increased the number of advertisements.
Apple is Overcoming Its Challenges
Although Rosetta didn’t demand excessive processing power, it did influence the performance of macOS during the early years of Apple silicon’s adoption.
As a result, Rosetta’s performance impact has largely vanished, except in the case of a few outdated applications.
Likewise, macOS has traditionally been seen as lacking in gaming performance. While it still trails Windows significantly regarding gaming capability and compatibility, the disparity is gradually diminishing each year.
For instance, macOS now supports popular games like Baldur’s Gate 3, Final Fantasy 14, Minecraft, and Hades. Additionally, its emulation capabilities are surprisingly good.
