Debbie Posted February 10, 2016 Share Posted February 10, 2016 Hi Brian, I read that you recommend using a card reader. I have a MacBook pro and an iMac. I have bought card readers in the past and was disappointed in their performance. Which Card reader do you suggest? Thanks, Debbie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian Posted February 10, 2016 Share Posted February 10, 2016 Card Readers are funny things. When I recommend these I will always have a bunch of people disagree with me and say they are junk. But here are the two that I usually recommend:Sandisk Card Reader Lexar Card Reader Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Debbie Posted February 10, 2016 Author Share Posted February 10, 2016 Thank you. I use Sandisk memory cards so that sounds like a good one to use. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian Posted February 10, 2016 Share Posted February 10, 2016 If it were me, I'd get the Sandisk one. I also use Sandisk Cards myself. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Debbie Posted February 10, 2016 Author Share Posted February 10, 2016 That is the one I thought I would get. I wonder why card readers are needed when the Macs have a place to insert the memory cards. Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian Posted February 10, 2016 Share Posted February 10, 2016 Well, Apple doesn't always put them in the most convenient spot. On the new models, the ones without the DVD SuperDrive, they are on the back of the unit towards the right. The older iMacs that had the DVD SuperDrives, the reader is on the right, just below the DVD Slot. Things that happened to lots of people with the older iMacs: If you weren't careful, you could drop your SD card down inside your Mac. All you had to do is insert it at the wrong angle. If this happened, a trip to the Genius Bar was in your future. With the newer iMac computers, I'm weary of moving the Mac slightly, reaching behind the thing and inserting it. Way too easy for something to crack and break off. Whether it's the SD card or the slot that's on the Motherboard. So while you don't necessarily NEED to purchase one if you have SD cards, I still recommend getting one for ease of use AND safety. I'd rather replace a $30 Reader than a $800 Motherboard. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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