New Apple Ad Takes a Harder Swing at Vista

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Apple Inc. added a new Get a Mac ad to its Web site on Monday, this time taking a shot at the security features built into Windows Vista. John Hodgman and Justin Long continue their roles as PC and Mac, but the commercials are now clearly focused on pointing out how Mac OS X is superior to Windows Vista.


The new Get a Mac ad: Security.

In this ad, PC is accompanied by a black suited security agent that asks him to cancel or allow everything Mac asks as well as any responses. When PC explains to Mac why the extra security is needed, the agent responds "You are pointing out Vistais flaws. Cancel or allow."

In comparison, earlier ads, like Work vs. Home, Better Results, and iLife focused on selecting the right computer to help foster creativity, and how the Mac is better suited for creating home movies. You can watch the new commercial at Appleis Get a Mac Web site.

Jeff Gamet

Jeff Gamet

Jeff is the Mac Observer's Managing Editor, and co-host of the Apple Context Machine podcast. He is the author of "The Designer's Guide to Mac OS X" from Peachpit Press, and writes for several design-related publications. Jeff has presented at events such as Macworld Expo, the RSA Conference, and the Mac Computer Expo. In all his spare time, he also co-hosts the We Have Communicators podcast, and makes guest appearances on several other podcasts, too. Jeff dreams in HD.

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