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  • Apple's new 2019 iMacs deliver twice the speed as previous model, Vega graphics option

    I read all these specs and prices -- and what runs through my mind is that I can get equivalent or better specs at far lower prices on a standard Windows machine.

    But then I remember that the iMac comes with Apple's software and ecosystem --- which, while "free" to us is not free to Apple.  They charge us for it through their hardware -- which makes their hardware prices seem high.
    Drmikelwatto_cobra
  • Impact of Apple's upcoming video service 'likely small,' analyst argues

    This analyst obviously does not understand Apple.

    Unlike most companies, Apple does not start with the profit and back into the product that will generate that profit.
    Instead, they create a great product that improves people's lives and derives its profit from that.
    redhotfuzz
  • iWork app updates coming with improved Apple Pencil support and new iOS features

    I use Numbers and generally like it.   But I find myself switching back and forth between the Mac version and the iOS version because each has features that the other doesn't (partly due to the smart keyboard on the iOS version).  The only version that totally sucks is the iCloud version accessible from Windows.   It works if you need it but very clunky.
    watto_cobra
  • iPad, iPad Air, iPad mini, iPad Pro: How to choose the best iPad for your needs and budget...

    Double "Y E A H    F O R      A P P L E !"
    First:   Yeah! For updating the Mini and making it a great product again!   As the article pointed out:   You can't tell how great this form factor is till you hold it (securely!) in one hand.   You can't do that with any other iPad.   Plus, for kids and lab coat pockets it's fantastic!

    Second:  Yeah! For putting out enough options where a user isn't forced to adapt their likes, needs and desires to what Apple offers.   Whatever your tablet needs, Apple has an iPad for that (well -- except for the cursor/trackpad on the external keyboard)

    Apple nailed it with this one!

    muthuk_vanalingamdaven
  • Apple's SVP Phil Schiller hypes 2019 WWDC in rare podcast appearance

    crowley said:
    About WWDC: This conference makes no sense. The expensive tickets are sold via lottery but the vast majority of developers can only stream the conference. When you stream, you cannot listen to the very important Q&A at the end of sessions, let alone actually ask your own questions. You also cannot take part in the labs and many other benefits of attending in person. WWDC has become just another Apple marketing event.
    Welcome to a world of finite resources.
    What resources exactly would be required to extend the online and recorded sessions a few minutes to include the Q&A?
    I am not a developer -- but I think you have an excellent point.  Here on ai and on other forums, I often get more from the comments than from the original article.  (Not the original article was not good, but the comments really flesh it out))
    watto_cobra