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Description: I recently purchased the 2020 Apple "M1" Mac Mini to replace my previous video editing setup. To save you some time researching, I compiled my best money-saving tips on how to maximize your bang-for-buck. _ APPLE “M1” MAC MINI + ACCESSORIES Apple Mac Mini 2020: amzn.to/3uUumXk Samsung T7 Portable SSD (1TB): amzn.to/3uUgTie Satechi USB-C Stand & Hub (Silver): amzn.to/3uUuA0v Keychron K4 Wireless Mechanical Keyboard (Brown Switch): amzn.to/3cDyqVF LG 25UM58-P 25” UltraWide HD Monitor: amzn.to/3x2YalI Amazon Basics Computer Speakers: amzn.to/3wXIwIu Logitech C920x HD Webcam: amzn.to/3v1eT7W Logitech MX Master 2S Mouse: amzn.to/3fZS4gF Read More: steven-van.com/blog/2021/6/5/apple-mac-mini-m1-unboxing-accessories-2021 CHOOSING A STORAGE OPTION Apple tends to charge an exorbitant premium for additional storage at the time of purchase which makes it extremely difficult to choose a storage option. I personally believe this is due to their push for cloud storage business in iCloud, but I could be totally wrong. Upgrading your internal storage from 256GB to 1TB will cost you an additional $400, which is over half the price of the base model Mac Mini. You can work around this by purchasing a fast external SSD like I did, which will save you more than half the price of the internal storage upgrade. CHOOSING A RAM OPTION (8GB vs. 16GB) If you are planning to use this Apple M1 Mac Mini for the long run or are going to be running multiple heavy applications at once, I would definitely spend the additional $200. If you are using this machine strictly for productivity, I believe the 8GB variant will be sufficient. CUSTOMIZABILITY + ACCESSORIES The benefit of purchasing the Apple M1 Mac Mini over other 2020 M1 devices (iMac, MacBook Pro, MacBook Air) is the ability to customize your setup. You can opt for ultrawide monitors, 4K monitors, RGB keyboards, wireless mouses, or whatever accessories you choose without coming near the prices of the other M1 devices. The M1 Mac Mini is also significantly smaller than the other M1 devices will give you more desk real estate and build a better overall computer setup. APPLE EDUCATION PRICING & DISCOUNTS You may be able to save money on your purchase of a Mac device by visiting the Apple Education Store where they often have discounts for college students. I have found that they almost never try to verify your student status so you may be able to save money whether you’re a student or not! You can also visit their Certified Refurbished Products website where they sell refurbished products at a discount. Apple Education Pricing & Discounts: apple.com/education Apple Certified Refurbished Devices: apple.com/shop/refurbished TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - Intro | Apple Mac Mini "M1" Unboxing & Setup! (2021) 00:29 - Cheapest Apple "M1" Device 01:06 - Keychron K2 Wireless Keyboard 01:35 - Choosing a Storage Option 02:00 - Samsung T7 External SSD 02:20 - Apple Education Pricing 02:40 - Mac & Headphones Student Bundle 02:55 - Satechi USB-C Hub & Stand 03:32 - Choosing a RAM Option (8GB vs. 16GB) 04:24 - Performance & Outro __ Never miss an upload. youtube.com/alwayscreating?sub_confirmation=1 My Merch: teespring.com/stores/alwayscreating Shop Digital Products: alwayscreating.ca/store/presets My Prints: alwayscreating.ca/prints E-Mail: contact@alwayscreating.ca Support the Channel with a Membership! bit.ly/3girpd1 JOIN THE COMMUNITY Discord Server: discord.gg/Vtnpe5P Facebook Group: facebook.com/groups/alwayscreating CONNECT WITH ME Facebook: facebook.com/alwayscreatingca Instagram: instagram.com/alwayscreating.ca Pinterest: pinterest.ca/alwayscreatingca TikTok: tiktok.com/@alwayscreating.ca Twitter: twitter.com/@alwayscreatingca MY GEAR Sony a6300: geni.us/5eQ1ADX Sigma 16mm f/1.4: geni.us/WsjswEz Rode NT-USB Microphone: geni.us/RaMzO Dell XPS 13 Laptop: geni.us/O9DBJXC Full list: alwayscreating.ca/gear WHAT I USE TO EDIT Get Adobe Creative Cloud: bit.ly/3hYuG39 (60% OFF for Students) Get Adobe After Effects: bit.ly/3J2roYs Get Adobe Audition: bit.ly/36cJubT Get Adobe Illustrator: bit.ly/3i07ly4 Get Adobe Lightroom: bit.ly/3tQOnPQ Get Adobe Photoshop: bit.ly/3vWGxqB Get Adobe Premiere Pro: bit.ly/3MH6joU MUSIC Background Music from EpidemicSound: share.epidemicsound.com/rR2FV Background Music Playlist: spoti.fi/31k3uE0 Disclaimer: When you purchase through links in my description, I may earn an affiliate commission.