The Apple Ecosystem Setup I'd Pick If I Started Again!

Better Creating β€’ August 1, 2025
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What's the best approach to the Apple Ecosystem? Don't waste your money! This is the Apple setup I'd pick if I started again on a *medium* budget - exact versions listed below! From the best iPhone choice, Macbook Vs Mac Mini setup options, to when an iPad is worth it: Let's go! + Get my Icon & Cover Packs at https://www.bettercreating.com/iosdesignpack 🎬 WATCH NEXT: Apple Ecosystem Secrets I Wish I'd Known Earlier: https://youtu.be/2qKQVqwc9yU 3 Amazingly Simple Ways To Stay Organised: https://youtu.be/iH2N1byK6kA πŸ”Ž MY APPLE PICKS: As either a direct affiliate or Amazon Associate I get a small commission on the product links above at no cost to you - so thanks for using in advance! + iPhone 16 258GB, Black - Refurbished: https://amzn.to/3U4XcTT + Macbook Air M3 with 24GB Ram and 512GB Storage: https://amzn.to/3GUQZa9 OR + Macbook Air M1 on budget: https://amzn.to/4m06H30 + Mac Mini with M4 Pro with 16GB GPU and 24GB Unified Memory: https://amzn.to/4l5IwPi + Macbook Pro with M4 Pro Chip and 25GB Unified Memory / 1TB SSD: https://amzn.to/4fqYeDy + iPad Air M3 11 inch 512GB: Wifi Only: https://amzn.to/46DQ9Jc πŸ”Ž FEATURED ACCESSORIES: + MOFT Dynamic Folio: https://moftinc.pxf.io/9LOm13 + Apple Pencil Pro: https://amzn.to/3WwGo9T + Paperlike screen protectors: https://paperlike.com/bettercreating + MOFT Invisible Tripod Stand for iPhone: https://moftinc.pxf.io/xLQexv + MOFT Snap Case MOVASβ„’ for iPhone 16: https://moftinc.pxf.io/GKGx6L $10 OFF code: BC10BF + Airpod Pro 2: https://amzn.to/4m5MEjm + 3D Printed Airpod Pro 2 Case: https://makerworld.com/en/models/776040-airpods-pro-2-case?from=search#profileId-712676 + Latest Crucial X10 Pro SSD: https://amzn.to/4mmXG3K + Sandisk Extreme Pro SSD 2TB: https://amzn.to/3IUc8ld Orbitkey Desk Gear & EDC: (Use BETTER10 for 10%) https://www.orbitkey.com/?rfsn=6849267.d7f1c96&utm_source=refersion&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=6849267.d7f1c96 ➜ FOLLOW ME: πŸ–₯️ Get My Notion Templates: https://bettercreating.com/downloads πŸ“¨ 🌍 Get Resources & Sign Up to my newsletter here: https://www.bettercreating.com πŸ“Έ Instagram - https://instagram.com/bettercreating 🐦 Twitter - https://twitter.com/bettercreating πŸŽ₯ VIDEO CHAPTERS: 00:00 Choosing From The Apple Ecosystem: Medium Budget Setup!? 00:51 Which iPhone Is Best For You? 03:08 Best Mac Setup: Air Vs Pro Vs Mini 05:23 Why & When You Should Buy An iPad 07:17 The Best Apple Accessories in 2025 πŸ‘‹ BETTER CREATING Hi, I'm Simon and I'm collecting great ideas, tools and tech to help you live your best productive and creative life: On this channel you'll find all things Notion, well designed productive tech, & great ideas on business & self development. Other than doing this, I work as a freelance creative in theatre and film and love motorcycles, coffee and minimalist design. #Apple #appleecosystem #BetterCreating --

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