Talking of the wacky and bizarre, here's an op-ed on CNN (I know, sad but I did read this voluntarily) about Apple's success. Could have guessed that it would be an inaccurate, biassed piece given the author's affiliation, however, I am mad none the less:
How dare Apple buy components in advance using long term contracts! The nerve! Imagine having the balls to actually commit to sourcing components! How entrepreneurial of them, to actually plan ahead vs. buying on the open market.... <gasp!>
One thing I kind of like about the current state of Apple basing is the cognitive dissonance. OTOH there is still plenty of "small market share appeals to a minority of sheep doesn't want to play in the real world ignore them and they'll eventually go away" sentiment left over from the bad old days, but that is often coupled with "OMG they're a terrifying fascist army bent on extinguishing all freedom and joy."
Often in the same screed. I gather that Apple now somehow represents the (lamentably inevitable) triumph of marketing over substance so that they have the power to enslave all of mankind in their feeble, half-assed net.
As a long-time "Apple hater", I must say that I am sad to see Steve go.
I of course hope his health keeps up, cancer is a terrible affliction.
But also, Jobs was such a unique character. He may have driven one of the most dangerously influential corporate ships in recent history, but it was still exciting to watch, and his genius is unquestionable, even among "haters".
Good luck to Mr. Jobs in anything he wishes to pursue.
I just tried to help a colleague with a PowerPoint presentation I converted from Keynote. He's using a ThinkPad with Windows7. It's absolute garbage. If you think it's because Keynote from a Mac didn't convert it properly, I verified the PowerPoint file on my Mac using VMWare Fusion Windows7 and another colleague's HP laptop.
Steve is personally responsible for billions of hours of extra productivity that would otherwise be lost (and continues to be lost) by mankind due to the nonsense that is Windows and Office and regular PC desktops/laptops.
Ain't that the truth! OS X finally gave Apple a real modern operating system (compared Mac OS Classic) and that came straight from NeXT. And I love Keynote (I've grown accustomed to the version on iPad). I'll never use SourPoint again
As a long-time "Apple hater", I must say that I am sad to see Steve go.
I of course hope his health keeps up, cancer is a terrible affliction.
But also, Jobs was such a unique character. He may have driven one of the most dangerously influential corporate ships in recent history, but it was still exciting to watch, and his genius is unquestionable, even among "haters".
Good luck to Mr. Jobs in anything he wishes to pursue.
Awful way to punish yourself (or us) as a long time Apple hater, being registered on this site for over two years!
Still, your sentiment is obviously sincere. There is hope!
Ain't that the truth! OS X finally gave Apple a real modern operating system (compared Mac OS Classic) and that came straight from NeXT. And I love Keynote (I've grown accustomed to the version on iPad). I'll never use SourPoint again
That is fucking hilarious. So you guys are actually just a group of virgins in your parents basements fighting the good fight for game consoles of all things. Shit son, I'd suggest maybe getting laid might change your mind about how much fun your little circle jerk really is. Oh, also in case you didn't notice, Apple is still winning and your gameboy companies are still trying to figure out why they are failing so bad. But I guess if they have guys like you and Sean on their side, they have nothing to worry about.
You mad bro?
Worst part is, I've reported that post three times and they're both still not banned.
Worst part is, I've reported that post three times and they're both still not banned.
The first guy was banned a while ago but the other account actually was from a very different location. I found a link between the two elsewhere though, plus they registered around the same time and obviously had some coincidentally common interests. Gone now.
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Jobs was such a unique character. He may have driven one of the most dangerously influential corporate ships in recent history, but it was still exciting to watch, and his genius is unquestionable, even among "haters".
I think the keynotes from now on will be very dull. Steve had a good sense of humour that doesn't show up with the other presenters, least of all Tim. Here he is talking about the State of the Mac, try and stay awake until the end:
Phil doesn't seem genuine enough; Joswiak and Ive talk too much about too little. I think Scott, Randy, Xander Soren, Peter Steinauer and possibly a couple of others have been really interesting to watch. I personally prefer less of the marketing fluff and just confident demos from people who know what they're talking about and humour is an essential part of it. I'd say Scott is the strongest presenter with these traits. We'll see what the deal is at the iPhone event in the next few weeks.
Phil doesn't seem genuine enough; Joswiak and Ive talk too much about too little. I think Scott, Randy, Xander Soren, Peter Steinauer and possibly a couple of others have been really interesting to watch. I personally prefer less of the marketing fluff and just confident demos from people who know what they're talking about and humour is an essential part of it. I'd say Scott is the strongest presenter with these traits. We'll see what the deal is at the iPhone event in the next few weeks.
Just because Steve is no longer the CEO doesn't mean he can't appear at new product events, assuming he feels up to it. But ultimately I think the entire format for these events is going to have to change. Steve made those appearances his. Nobody will be able to step into his shoes as a pitchman, so unless the format is altered, comparisons are bound to be made and likely to be unfavorable.
I think they should start every Apple event from now on by screening the wonderfully creepy, apparently David Lynch inspired rollout of the Asus Padphone.
After that, everyone at Apple comes off as Daniel Craig.
Talking of the wacky and bizarre, here's an op-ed on CNN (I know, sad but I did read this voluntarily) about Apple's success. Could have guessed that it would be an inaccurate, biassed piece given the author's affiliation, however, I am mad none the less:
As a long-time "Apple hater", I must say that I am sad to see Steve go.
I of course hope his health keeps up, cancer is a terrible affliction.
But also, Jobs was such a unique character. He may have driven one of the most dangerously influential corporate ships in recent history, but it was still exciting to watch, and his genius is unquestionable, even among "haters".
Good luck to Mr. Jobs in anything he wishes to pursue.
The most dangerous one was Microsoft, and today, it's Google.
I think they should start every Apple event from now on by screening the wonderfully creepy, apparently David Lynch inspired rollout of the Asus Padphone.
After that, everyone at Apple comes off as Daniel Craig.
Is it a floor wax or a dessert topping?
That is more than vaguely sinister. Thank you for sharing.
Just because Steve is no longer the CEO doesn't mean he can't appear at new product events, assuming he feels up to it. But ultimately I think the entire format for these events is going to have to change. Steve made those appearances his. Nobody will be able to step into his shoes as a pitchman, so unless the format is altered, comparisons are bound to be made and likely to be unfavorable.
He's been slowly shrinking his time on stage. He may come up and do a short intro to the presentation, and then intro the others to do that actual presentations in their areas.
If Apple comes up with a new product, he'll likely do more of it himself.
I think they should start every Apple event from now on by screening the wonderfully creepy, apparently David Lynch inspired rollout of the Asus Padphone.
After that, everyone at Apple comes off as Daniel Craig.
It's a bit wacky, but I kind of liked it. He seems to enjoy doing the presentation. I did like where the phone rose up, and he pulled it out from the rear in sync. But the transitions took too long, some had to wait.
He's been slowly shrinking his time on stage. He may come up and do a short intro to the presentation, and then intro the others to do that actual presentations in their areas.
If Apple comes up with a new product, he'll likely do more of it himself.
That's what I'd expect. He'll get a hero's welcome when he steps on stage, even if it's for only a few minutes.
Incidentally, investors have taken this leadership transition in stride -- which only goes to show how much investors dislike uncertainty.
I don't understand. You're angry that Apple is doing what they should be doing, and what every company tries to do if they can?
No! I am disappointed at the tone the author takes with Apple. For example, he claims that as Apple products 'exist behind a walled garden' (I might be paraphrasing as I do not have the article up), 'that it is much easier for developers to produce software for Android'. This is rubbish. I have witnessed the process on iOS and am a beta-tester. The process on iPad for example is brilliant. (Sorry that I might have mislead you!)
An aside. Our local, Sunday rag has a 'recent' image of Steve on the front cover being supported by a friend. Their description of him as 'skeletal' is, I am very, very sorry to report, quite accurate. I am not feeling too wonderful right now!
Doesn't take a genius to work that out. I posted this earlier in (either this topic or another one) that Jeff Williams has taken the post that Tim Cook held. Pre-2004 Tim Cook's official title was "SVP/VP for Operations".
I think they should start every Apple event from now on by screening the wonderfully creepy, apparently David Lynch inspired rollout of the Asus Padphone.
After that, everyone at Apple comes off as Daniel Craig.
So 21 months ago, wasn't everyone snickering at the name iPad? Particularly women. And now there thisPads and Padthats. Whatever happened to the "slates" that Microsoft promised at CES in January 2010?
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Talking of the wacky and bizarre, here's an op-ed on CNN (I know, sad but I did read this voluntarily) about Apple's success. Could have guessed that it would be an inaccurate, biassed piece given the author's affiliation, however, I am mad none the less:
http://edition.cnn.com/2011/OPINION/...tml?&hpt=hp_c2
How dare Apple buy components in advance using long term contracts! The nerve! Imagine having the balls to actually commit to sourcing components! How entrepreneurial of them, to actually plan ahead vs. buying on the open market.... <gasp!>
/sarcasm
Often in the same screed. I gather that Apple now somehow represents the (lamentably inevitable) triumph of marketing over substance so that they have the power to enslave all of mankind in their feeble, half-assed net.
I of course hope his health keeps up, cancer is a terrible affliction.
But also, Jobs was such a unique character. He may have driven one of the most dangerously influential corporate ships in recent history, but it was still exciting to watch, and his genius is unquestionable, even among "haters".
Good luck to Mr. Jobs in anything he wishes to pursue.
I just tried to help a colleague with a PowerPoint presentation I converted from Keynote. He's using a ThinkPad with Windows7. It's absolute garbage. If you think it's because Keynote from a Mac didn't convert it properly, I verified the PowerPoint file on my Mac using VMWare Fusion Windows7 and another colleague's HP laptop.
Steve is personally responsible for billions of hours of extra productivity that would otherwise be lost (and continues to be lost) by mankind due to the nonsense that is Windows and Office and regular PC desktops/laptops.
Ain't that the truth! OS X finally gave Apple a real modern operating system (compared Mac OS Classic) and that came straight from NeXT. And I love Keynote (I've grown accustomed to the version on iPad). I'll never use SourPoint again
As a long-time "Apple hater", I must say that I am sad to see Steve go.
I of course hope his health keeps up, cancer is a terrible affliction.
But also, Jobs was such a unique character. He may have driven one of the most dangerously influential corporate ships in recent history, but it was still exciting to watch, and his genius is unquestionable, even among "haters".
Good luck to Mr. Jobs in anything he wishes to pursue.
Awful way to punish yourself (or us) as a long time Apple hater, being registered on this site for over two years!
Still, your sentiment is obviously sincere. There is hope!
Ain't that the truth! OS X finally gave Apple a real modern operating system (compared Mac OS Classic) and that came straight from NeXT. And I love Keynote (I've grown accustomed to the version on iPad). I'll never use SourPoint again
Ain't that the truth!
That is fucking hilarious. So you guys are actually just a group of virgins in your parents basements fighting the good fight for game consoles of all things. Shit son, I'd suggest maybe getting laid might change your mind about how much fun your little circle jerk really is. Oh, also in case you didn't notice, Apple is still winning and your gameboy companies are still trying to figure out why they are failing so bad. But I guess if they have guys like you and Sean on their side, they have nothing to worry about.
You mad bro?
Worst part is, I've reported that post three times and they're both still not banned.
Worst part is, I've reported that post three times and they're both still not banned.
The first guy was banned a while ago but the other account actually was from a very different location. I found a link between the two elsewhere though, plus they registered around the same time and obviously had some coincidentally common interests. Gone now.
Jobs was such a unique character. He may have driven one of the most dangerously influential corporate ships in recent history, but it was still exciting to watch, and his genius is unquestionable, even among "haters".
I think the keynotes from now on will be very dull. Steve had a good sense of humour that doesn't show up with the other presenters, least of all Tim. Here he is talking about the State of the Mac, try and stay awake until the end:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9iJce6axaPc
Phil doesn't seem genuine enough; Joswiak and Ive talk too much about too little. I think Scott, Randy, Xander Soren, Peter Steinauer and possibly a couple of others have been really interesting to watch. I personally prefer less of the marketing fluff and just confident demos from people who know what they're talking about and humour is an essential part of it. I'd say Scott is the strongest presenter with these traits. We'll see what the deal is at the iPhone event in the next few weeks.
Phil doesn't seem genuine enough; Joswiak and Ive talk too much about too little. I think Scott, Randy, Xander Soren, Peter Steinauer and possibly a couple of others have been really interesting to watch. I personally prefer less of the marketing fluff and just confident demos from people who know what they're talking about and humour is an essential part of it. I'd say Scott is the strongest presenter with these traits. We'll see what the deal is at the iPhone event in the next few weeks.
Just because Steve is no longer the CEO doesn't mean he can't appear at new product events, assuming he feels up to it. But ultimately I think the entire format for these events is going to have to change. Steve made those appearances his. Nobody will be able to step into his shoes as a pitchman, so unless the format is altered, comparisons are bound to be made and likely to be unfavorable.
After that, everyone at Apple comes off as Daniel Craig.
Talking of the wacky and bizarre, here's an op-ed on CNN (I know, sad but I did read this voluntarily) about Apple's success. Could have guessed that it would be an inaccurate, biassed piece given the author's affiliation, however, I am mad none the less:
http://edition.cnn.com/2011/OPINION/...tml?&hpt=hp_c2
I don't understand. You're angry that Apple is doing what they should be doing, and what every company tries to do if they can?
As a long-time "Apple hater", I must say that I am sad to see Steve go.
I of course hope his health keeps up, cancer is a terrible affliction.
But also, Jobs was such a unique character. He may have driven one of the most dangerously influential corporate ships in recent history, but it was still exciting to watch, and his genius is unquestionable, even among "haters".
Good luck to Mr. Jobs in anything he wishes to pursue.
The most dangerous one was Microsoft, and today, it's Google.
I think they should start every Apple event from now on by screening the wonderfully creepy, apparently David Lynch inspired rollout of the Asus Padphone.
After that, everyone at Apple comes off as Daniel Craig.
Is it a floor wax or a dessert topping?
That is more than vaguely sinister. Thank you for sharing.
Just because Steve is no longer the CEO doesn't mean he can't appear at new product events, assuming he feels up to it. But ultimately I think the entire format for these events is going to have to change. Steve made those appearances his. Nobody will be able to step into his shoes as a pitchman, so unless the format is altered, comparisons are bound to be made and likely to be unfavorable.
He's been slowly shrinking his time on stage. He may come up and do a short intro to the presentation, and then intro the others to do that actual presentations in their areas.
If Apple comes up with a new product, he'll likely do more of it himself.
I think they should start every Apple event from now on by screening the wonderfully creepy, apparently David Lynch inspired rollout of the Asus Padphone.
After that, everyone at Apple comes off as Daniel Craig.
It's a bit wacky, but I kind of liked it. He seems to enjoy doing the presentation. I did like where the phone rose up, and he pulled it out from the rear in sync. But the transitions took too long, some had to wait.
It certainly was different! Worth watching.
He's been slowly shrinking his time on stage. He may come up and do a short intro to the presentation, and then intro the others to do that actual presentations in their areas.
If Apple comes up with a new product, he'll likely do more of it himself.
That's what I'd expect. He'll get a hero's welcome when he steps on stage, even if it's for only a few minutes.
Incidentally, investors have taken this leadership transition in stride -- which only goes to show how much investors dislike uncertainty.
I don't understand. You're angry that Apple is doing what they should be doing, and what every company tries to do if they can?
No! I am disappointed at the tone the author takes with Apple. For example, he claims that as Apple products 'exist behind a walled garden' (I might be paraphrasing as I do not have the article up), 'that it is much easier for developers to produce software for Android'. This is rubbish. I have witnessed the process on iOS and am a beta-tester. The process on iPad for example is brilliant. (Sorry that I might have mislead you!)
An aside. Our local, Sunday rag has a 'recent' image of Steve on the front cover being supported by a friend. Their description of him as 'skeletal' is, I am very, very sorry to report, quite accurate. I am not feeling too wonderful right now!
All the best.
About the COO replacement question - MacRumors has a good article. Apparently they do have someone suitable:
http://www.macrumors.com/2011/08/25/...ating-officer/
Doesn't take a genius to work that out. I posted this earlier in (either this topic or another one) that Jeff Williams has taken the post that Tim Cook held. Pre-2004 Tim Cook's official title was "SVP/VP for Operations".
Look, complete a-holes are not tolerated very well by actual Apple customers on AI.
When was I an a-hole?
I think they should start every Apple event from now on by screening the wonderfully creepy, apparently David Lynch inspired rollout of the Asus Padphone.
After that, everyone at Apple comes off as Daniel Craig.
So 21 months ago, wasn't everyone snickering at the name iPad? Particularly women. And now there thisPads and Padthats. Whatever happened to the "slates" that Microsoft promised at CES in January 2010?