Charlotte reflects on six-months of having an iPhone as her main phone, with lots of positives, but still a few niggles, to be found.
How the iPad Has Changed My Life
In the 10th year of the iPad in his tech life, John thinks it’s time to ponder how it has changed him. And where it may be going in the next 10 years.
The Case for Apple to Postpone macOS 10.16 into 2021
Traditionally, Apple provides a preview of the next version of macOS at WWDC in June, then releases it late September. This year, there’s a case to be made to postpone macOS 10.16 into 2021.
Apple's Dilemma: Releasing New Products During a Pandemic
One could argue that Apple’s release of new iPads and Macs amidst a global pandemic is tone deaf. Or maybe not.
Mac Mini Updates Are Good, But Not Enough
The Mac mini is a really good, versatile machine, but with a bit more love from Apple, it could become a great one.
Apple's iPad Pro Gets Seriously Good Amidst a Confusing Ad Campaign
Apple is breaking down barriers that have kept the iPad from soaring growth. It’s a shame that the corresponding ad campaign has so many mixed messages.
A Joyous Sidekick: Answering Phone Calls on Apple Watch
The Apple Watch is known for its ability to monitor health and fitness. And that has improved John’s life. But the standout feature for him has been the ability to answer phone calls received on his iPhone.
With iOS 14, Will Apple Finally Get the Message?
Apple’s Messages app all too often feels like its a relic from a bygone era, but help may be on its way in the shape of iOS 14.
International Women's Day 2020: Some Inspiring Women in Tech
It was International Women’s Day on Sunday, and there are a number of women across the tech industry who are hugely inspiring.
'The Banker': More Bad Apple TV+ Reviews
In totally unshocking news, forthcoming Apple TV+ feature film ‘The Banker’ has received multiple bad reviews.
AAPL Shareholders Came Close to Supporting Privacy in China (at the Expense of Profits)
Apple shareholders came closer than I can recall to voting for a shareholder proposal opposed by Apple management, a proposal that called on Apple to uphold the same privacy protections in China it extolls elsewhere.
Inside TMO's Background Mode Podcast - A Story
John writes about the origin and evolution of The Mac Observer’s Background Mode Podcast. And how he’s come to feel about it.
This iOS 13.4 Feature Hints at a Future Portless iPhone
Andrew thinks that a feature found in the latest beta of iOS 13.4 hints at a portless iPhone.
Apple, Steve Jobs and Salesmanship
John recalls a group sales team meeting in 2001 in which Steve jobs presided. For a second, it got ugly.
Apple Could, And Should, Create Original Podcasts
Apple is now making original video content, but could it make original podcasts, a format its products basically invented, and, if so, how?
Why the Apple Watch Caught the Swiss Napping
There’s an easy way to let Apple steal an entire industry from you. Fool yourself into complacency.
Google Photos Emailed Users' Videos to Strangers
A software bug meant that some Google Photos users’ personal videos were emailed to strangers over a four-day period in 2019.
Ranking the Signature Shows: Mandalorian, The Morning Show, Star Trek: Picard
New streaming services have developed the idea of a signature show to lure new subscribers. John looks at the offerings from Disney+, Apple TV+, and CBS All Access
The First Few Days With a 2019 10.2" iPad
The new iPad has a lot of features to explore, but a few things immediately stand out as you as you turn it on for the first time.
AirPods Pro and Naturespace is a Great Meditation Technique
Andrew recently started meditating as a healthy, daily habit. He found that AirPods Pro used with Naturespace is a great meditation technique.
