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  • Review: Synology DS-1618+ network attached storage device is the best kind of overkill for...

    midwestapplefanmidwestapplefan
    Do anyone know how this Synology would compare to a similar QNAP nowadays?

    QNAP tend to be higher powered both in terms of the processors they use, and the ways you can connect to their NAS.  QNAP has Thunderbolt port options that Synology does not have.  But you will pay a premium for the QNAP.  If you are doing heavy duty work that requires transferring huge files fast, or processor intensive applications like running a ROON core on the NAS you are better off with the QNAP if money is no object (although my ROON Core runs mostly OK on the Synology).  Otherwise save some coin and get the Synology. 

    I cannot comment on the QNAP software and interface.  I know the Synology is easy to use and I like their software and interface.  But I have no experience with the QNAP. 
    watto_cobra

  • Review: Synology DS-1618+ network attached storage device is the best kind of overkill for...

    midwestapplefanmidwestapplefan
    Two comments:

    1.  AppleInsider has posted two Synology reviews of products over a year old in the last few days.  Curious as to why the sudden interest in existing Synology products?

    2.  I purchased a 1513+ in 2015 and loved it so much that I upgraded to the 1618+ last year and am now using the 1513+ for remote backup.  I have 10TB drives in all bays.  The process to replicate the data on a second NAS and setup the remote backup using Hyperbackup is super easy and I can rest easy knowing if my house burns down or if I get hacked I have another copy of my data.  I have over 20TB of photos, music, movies, and files that me and my family access on the Synology NAS.  To have four users accessing files with 20TB+ of data on drop box would cost $960 a year.  The upfront cost of the NAS with drives is high but in the long run you will save a significant amount of money, and importantly to me, I have complete control of my data.   I wish there were thunderbolt connections like the QNAP NAS units but they are more expensive units.  Otherwise I'm a very happy Synology user. 
    watto_cobra

  • Review: Synology MR2200ac is one of the best consumer mesh Wi-Fi routers we've seen

    midwestapplefanmidwestapplefan
    cesco said:
    Truly suggest you visit the Synology router community page to get an idea how unhappy clients are, including myself, with this once great product (including the old but still expensive rt2600).
    Last update was in October 2019, problems go unresolved. From dropped connections, inability to reach full speed (I can only get 200 Mbit tops with my 400 Mbit package, even near the damn router), slow down requiring reboots (I can count on one hand with fingers left over the times I had to reboot my old AirPort Extreme), wonky WPA3, devices connecting to the furthest point while near one router, and so on.
    It’s thought they may have stopped dealing with routers to focus on what they know best, NAS.
    Looking for another brand and willing to take the hit. 
    Caveat emptor x 100

    As a counterpoint, I've used the RT2600 and the MR2200 for a few years, along with two of their NAS units and have had flawless performance.  I've submitted three or four support tickets to get help with some of the finer details of these units and their response is always fast and accurate.  I'm completely happy with Synology products.  If I had any complaint, it is their NAS units do not have some of the higher end features for QNAP but QNAP's better NAS units are expensive.  The amount of control and information I have with the RT2600 and MR2200 and the performance they give me makes me a very happy customer. 
    ca_mac_miniwatto_cobra

  • Review: Sony X800H HomeKit TV is an excellent mid-tier set

    midwestapplefanmidwestapplefan
    wood1208 said:
    I am no expert in TVs but please do compare the specs of 2020 LG 65NANO90UNA with other similar mid-tier TVs. Samsung QN65Q80TAFXZA is also good but don't have Dolby vision, no BT 5,etc. Visio not recognized name but lately making it's name.


    Don't feel bad. I don't think Apple Insider is an expert at reviewing TVs either. Kind of like reading a beauty makeup review in Car and Driver magazine. Seeing a full-blow TV review here was a bit odd, to say the least.
    watto_cobra

  • Apple Watch helps save the life of teen athlete in Oklahoma

    midwestapplefanmidwestapplefan
    When you’re heart is racing at 190 bpm when you’re sitting still. I don’t think you need a watch to tell you something is wrong. 
    ivanh