Apple is working on a thinner, lighter, higher-end version of the MacBook Air, and it might even be available this year.
TV+ Tuesday, Rumor Chat – TMO Daily Observations 2021-01-19
Charlotte Henry and Andrew Orr join host Kelly Guimont to discuss the latest TV+ news and (subscription) updates, and some new hardware rumors.
Rumor: Apple Plans iMac Redesign for 2021
A report on Friday suggests that Apple may be planning to redesign its iMac desktop computer. This would be the first major change since 2012.
Twelve South Releases ‘Curve Riser’ iMac Stand
Apple accessory maker Twelve South introduced a new product on Thursday called Curve Riser. It’s a metal stand for the iMac and iMac Pro.
Cleaning the Nano-Texture Glass on Your New iMac
If you’ve bought a 27-inch iMac with the nano-texture glass, you might wonder how to clean it. It’s simple, really, as Jeff Butts points out.
One New iMac is Fabulous. The Other, Not so Much
On August 4, Apple announced a new iMac and a minor update to the iMac Pro. Only the new iMac is fabulous.
New iMac Updates – TMO Daily Observations 2020-08-04
John Martellaro joins host Kelly Guimont to discuss the updates to the iMac and iMac Pro, and whether John might be in the market for one.
A New iMac Seems Imminent
We’ve been expecting a new iMac with an Intel 10th generation CPU, Comet Lake. It wasn’t announced at WWDC, but reports suggest this new iMac seems imminent.
WWDC 2020 Great Expectations
While conducted online or the first time, this year’s Apple Worldwide Developer Conference, WWDC, is expected to be just as exciting as ever.
The Deeper Reason ARM-Based Macs Hurt Intel
At first blush, the financial impact of Apple abandoning Intel CPUs for its Macs looks relatively minor. But there’s a deeper reason ARM-Based Macs hurt Intel. And it’s a whopper.
Apple Industry Analyst Rene Ritchie - TMO BGM Interview
Rene Ritchie has been covering personal technology for over a decade. He currently hosts his own YouTube channel where he provides news analysis and insight on Apple and related technologies and culture. He also co-hosts MacBreak Weekly on the TWiT network and writes a column every Monday for iMore. He is the former Editor-in-Chief of iMore.
Rene and I discussed an incredible range of Apple topics: the MBP’s awful 720p FaceTime camera, the aging iMac design, the future of iMac Pro, the Butterfly keyboard, Rene’s enthusiasm for Apple and the trustworthiness of the company. I also got to know Rene better as we chatted about growing up with Macs, his love of Apple Watch bands, Pokémon and years of studying martial arts. Rene finished with several tips for video podcasters.
Apple History: iMac Edition – TMO Daily Observations 2020-04-21
Charlotte Henry and Bryan Chaffin join host Kelly Guimont to discuss the iMac and how it fundamentally changed both Apple and consumer tech.
Sobered but Undeterred, Apple Delivers the Products We Need
With good leadership and determination, Apple continues to provide modern tools to use in our daily work. We need that.
Exciting New Rumors: iMac and MacBook Pro for 2020
John has found some fascinating rumors regarding the 2020 iMacs and 13-inch MacBook Pro. Buckle up.
AI vs. Machine Learning, Thoughts on Our New Macs, Oak Island - ACM 525
Bryan Chaffin and John Kheit discuss the difference between artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning, including the state of both today. They also talk about their new Macs— John got a new 28-core Mac Pro, while Bryan has a new iMac—and whether or not they like their new purchases. The cap the show by catching up on The Curse of Oak Island TV show on History.
A Brilliant Discussion of iPadOS Design Problems
There are some major weaknesses in the human interface to iPadOS. In a very readable essay, Daring Fireball’s John Gruber explains in awesome detail.
iMacs of History, The Morning Show Trailer – TMO Daily Observations 2019-08-19
Bryan Chaffin and John Martellaro join host Kelly Guimont to discuss the iMac in a historical context, and ‘The Morning Show’ full trailer.
How the iMac Saved Apple and May Yet Live Forever
The iMac, in 1998, saved Apple from an extinction event. Today, it endures and embodies the best of desktop computing. Here’s the story.
PSAs, Current Mac Lineup – TMO Daily Observations 2019-07-10
John Martellaro and Bryan Chaffin join host Kelly Guimont for a few PSAs, then a discussion of the current state of Apple’s computer lineup.
Apple's 2019 iMacs Now Available on Refurb Store, Save 15%
Early Tuesday evening, Apple’s 2019 iMacs began appearing on the company’s online Refurb Store, offering savings of approximately 15% off retail pricing. For example, an 8-core, Intel Core i9, 27″ iMac with 8GB RAM, 1TB SSD, and Radeon Pro 580X graphics card runs US$2,999 at retail. On the refurb store this same iMac sells for $2,549, comes with the same as-new warranty, and is eligible for AppleCare+ (just $169). Why only 8GB RAM? Because Amazon sells a Crucial 32GB kit for just $128. Availability on the refurb store is always in flux, so keep looking for what you want. Happy shopping!
