Mac Power Users 624: Apple Apps That Need Some Polishing
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Jan 23, 2022 The hosts dive into Apple's apps that desperately need an upgrade, starting with Mail, which faces serious performance issues and lacks customization. They express nostalgia for the Music app, criticizing its outdated features compared to modern competitors. The Calendar app gets a harsh review for its limited innovation, while frustrations over Safari’s extension support are also shared. The need for better integration across devices and a redesign of System Preferences highlights users' ongoing struggles with Apple's software landscape.
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Apple's Software Development Challenge
- Apple faces the challenge of developing software for a diverse user base across multiple platforms.
- This complexity makes it difficult to cater to specific user groups, such as power users.
Project Scope
- Consider Apple's intended scope when evaluating their products.
- User expectations often don't align with Apple's goals, leading to perceived shortcomings.
Polish the Apple
- Go beyond basic functionality and enhance user experience with thoughtful details.
- "Polishing the Apple" means exceeding expectations, like Apple's non-destructive photo editing.