There was a time when it was fairly clear what Apple wanted to achieve in the marketplace. Not so much anymore.
Conspiracy Theories About the Departure of Apple's Angela Ahrendts
Lots of articles are trying to put together a collective, coherent theory about why Angela Ahrendts is leaving Apple.
Writing for Print vs. Writing for the Web
Dr. Mac says that using a Mac to compose words has changed dramatically over the years. Find out how things have changed in this week’s Dr. Mac’s Rants & Raves… a delightful little ditty he likes to call Writing for Print vs. Writing for the Web.
On Keeping Your Ass in the Chair
In this episode of Rants & Raves, Dr. Mac reveals two of his best secrets for getting work done and staying focused.
Apps That Record Your Screen are Normal
There are definitely real concerns about this, but it’s not a scandal, and screen recording isn’t an abuse of iOS.
Environmentally-Friendly High-Tech (Paper) Notebook
Dr. Mac says when he first heard about Rocketbook, a line of “endlessly reusable digital notebooks,” he was sure that “environmentally friendly high-tech notebook” was an oxymoron akin to “jumbo shrimp” or “exact estimate.”
After trying them, he admits he was wrong.
What Do We Really, Really Want From Siri?
Siri is just good enough that it makes us think about where it could go next. John asks the tough questions.
Apple is Now a Proper Guardian of Valuable News and Our Privacy
Companies that built their fortunes on internet data have too much at stake to preserve authoritative news or privacy. Apple stands in their way.
Free Fun with your iPhone Camera
Dr. Mac’s a sucker for camera apps, especially the ones so cool that his friends and family download them before he finishes his demo. Discover three of his favorites this week in Dr. Mac’s Rants & Raves Episode #312.
Why It's Actually Good to Worry About Apple's Health
Aside from investors who are accustomed to reaping a profit from their investment, it’s actually good for customers to worry about Apple’s health.
Apple Cares About Services. It Should Also Start Caring More About Media.
If Apple execs really want to alleviate their firm’s dependence on iPhone sales, they should grow their media offering.
Don't Lose a Bit (or Byte) of Precious Data in 2019
Dr. Mac’s Rants & Raves Episode #313 World Backup Day isn’t until March 31, but I didn’t want this public service announcement to wait that long: You are going to lose every file on your Mac’s hard and/or solid state drive(s) if those files have not been backed up. – Bob “Dr. Mac” LeVitus Notice how…
As Video Streaming Services Proliferate, Apple Knows Only a Few Will Survive
The golden age of viewing TV shows and movies in just a few favored streaming services is about to come to an end. But this new era also opens a door for Apple.
Looking at the VSCO Privacy Policy
Recently Bryan Chaffin challenged Andrew to examine the VSCO privacy policy and translate it from lawyer-speak to human-speak. Here’s what he found.
A Farewell to Macworld Expo
Dr. Mac explains why he gets nostalgic about Macworld Expo at this time of year as he reflects on some of his favorite moments at the show.
2019 Will Be the Year of the Display and Apple Should Get Ready
With 4K TV sets now mainstream, 8K TVs shipping in 2019, Apple preparing new displays, 4K/HDR streaming in high gear, the pressure will be on Apple to deliver in all its video technologies.
How Modern Technology is Putting Our Youth on Edge
The business approach to and pace of modern technological change is showing up as paralysis and depression, especially amongst our youth. Eventually, something has to give.
PSA: Wi-Fi Doesn't Cause Cancer
Not only do these signals not cause cancer, they are unable to do so without rewriting what we know of physics and biology. Here’s why.
Health Monitoring Will Change the Face of Apple
Health monitoring the data-rich body is becoming big business. Apple is in the thick of it. That will change the face of the company.
Tim Cook Is a Failure at Operations
Operations are supposed to be what Tim Cook does best. Under Steve Jobs he was the Chief Operating Officer at Apple. And while he may have done a great job there, he is a failure at it as CEO.
