
422: ‘A Monkey on a Rock’, With Stephen Hackett
The Talk Show With John Gruber
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Design Legacies and Tech Distractions
This chapter reflects on the legacy of a key product designer, evaluating both successful and unsuccessful designs like the iPod Shuffle and the Fat iPod Nano. The discussion evolves to address the impact of technology on user behavior, the rise of vertical video, and the paradox of innovation as exemplified by Humane's attempts to redefine smartphones amidst growing distractions from technology.
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