The Vergecast Apple might make a touchscreen Mac / Samsung S23 images leak
Jan 13, 2023
Joining the conversation are Alex Cranz, a tech reporter known for her gadget insights, Dan Seifert, an Apple expert, and Richard Lawler, who covers mobile and social media technology. This week, they dive into Apple's rumored touchscreen Mac and how it might reshape user experience. They also discuss leaked images of the Samsung Galaxy S23 and the upcoming Unpacked event, reflecting on design innovation—or lack thereof. Additionally, they touch on evolving trends in streaming and the right-to-repair movement in agriculture.
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Touchscreen Mac
- Apple might release its first touchscreen Mac in 2025, featuring an OLED screen.
- This would be a MacBook-style laptop, not an iPad running macOS, similar to existing Windows laptops.
Touchscreen as Tertiary Interaction
- The rumored touchscreen Mac is not intended to replace the keyboard and trackpad as primary input methods.
- It would offer a convenient way to interact with the device for tasks like scrolling or tapping buttons, much like on Windows laptops.
macOS Becoming Touch-Friendly
- Apple is gradually making macOS more touch-friendly, as seen with Control Center updates and Stage Manager.
- The integration of iPad apps on Macs further supports the potential for touch interaction.