I Recently buy Macbook M3 8GB RAM, but now Apple giving 16 GBRAM in base variant

M4 is a new technology ( not to be jealous it will arrive one day ) but 16gb is not newer, if they know it will be useful for apple intelligence why they sold M3 basic model with 8gb in 2024 6 months ago ? It 's a little bit unfair... I feel like I was ripped off

I would understand and accept the price change, if M3 would cost less in the same configuration. They really should consider compensations for recent buyers.

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For the OP and the others that have provided their feedback/regrets about buying their Macs, I suggest that you consider the following:

The "Speeding Train" Analogy

When deciding on waiting for a new release, buying what's available now, or having regrets on what you have recently purchased, see if the following can help with your decision making.

• Getting the very latest technology is like standing in front of a speeding train. You will get the very latest, but you may be in for a big surprise as new technology can come with issues that have not been fully worked out yet. When you buy into this technology, think of yourself as being "public beta tester."
• Getting the current technology is like standing along the train tracks. The newer the technology, the closer you are to the front of the train. Where you want to catch that train should depend on the recommended system requirements for all the apps and peripherals that you want to use with this device.
• Getting obsolete technology is like standing on the tracks after the train has already passed. You have to weigh obsolescence/supportability vs. the cost savings.

I feel you - I purchased MacBook Air with 16GB of RAM 2 weeks ago. I feel shortchanged, as what I’m holding in my hands has just been devalued by Apple’s decision. 2 weeks ago 8GB of RAM was 200$ extra, now it is free.

How is more RAM connected to "new technology"? You missed the point man. The exact same computer that yesterday costed 1.499$, today costs 1.299$. This is rip-off for somebody that yesterday paid 1.499$.

You got exactly what you were promised when you bought your Mac, so you were not "ripped off". I understand the feeling when something new is introduced later, but that things change and a product may improve is just how things work.

In any case, there's nothing further anyone here can do for you or anyone else in the same situation, so there's no point in continuing to harp on the issue. If you wish to provide feedback to Apple, you can do so here:

Product Feedback - Apple

Regards.

I also purchased a Mac M3 in August with 8 GB, now what happens? mine is obsolete

No, it is not obsolete. It has exactly the same capabilities now as it did when you decided it met your needs.

Or Apple should reduce the price of Apple Care Plus for those who bought the base RAM 8G (25%) and the 16G (50%) they can control that via serial number easily. I think that's fair for those who bought the device at least within the last 60 days.

That's my opinion and Apple I don't think they care about that issue.

HiepHammer wrote:

Or Apple should reduce the price of Apple Care Plus for those who bought the base RAM 8G (25%) and the 16G (50%) they can control that via serial number easily. I think that's fair for those who bought the device at least within the last 60 days.

That's my opinion and Apple I don't think they care about that issue.

What has the price of Apple Care Plus have to do with RAM?

You bought a computer with specific specs. Technology changed and now the specifications have changed. Sorry but I don't understand your argument.

You can provide feedback to Apple here: Product Feedback - Apple

Then there's nothing you can do other than enjoy your Mac just as you did when you bought it. Don't let the fact of something newer having been announced - something which is always just around the corner with technology - prey on your mind.

Regards.

You obviously don’t understand the R&D cycle in the technology industry.

There will always be someone better, faster, offering more features just around the corner. The industry is constantly moving with new products and better faster versions being released at a blistering pace.

As I said, you’re entitled to your opinion, but your opinion is wrong.

If you’re unhappy about it, is suggest you wean yourself off of technology entirely because no matter what you buy and from which manufacturer, it’s pretty much guaranteed to be superseded by something better in very short order.

You seem to have no comprehension of how far things have come and how quickly.

FYI: 8GB of RAM in an M3 based machine is more than adequate for most normal tasks. I have an M3 based iMac with 8GB of RAM and have no problems under heavy use, which includes multiple MS 365 apps including very large spreadsheets, numerous tabs in Safari for SAS applications, AND a copy of Windows 11 ARM running in VMWare Fusion with some Windows only apps running. Oh, and at least one Remote Desktop connection to a Windows server running. Yes, activity monitor shows RAM use in the yellow, but it never bogs down.

How recently? You have 14 days to return it for a refund if you purchased it directly from Apple.

When it comes to computers, there will always be something new right around the corner.

You’re welcome to your opinion. You are wrong, but you’re allowed to feel that way.