Mac Power Users 485: WWDC and Interview with the Mac Pro Product Manager
Jun 4, 2019
In this engaging discussion, Doug Brooks, the Apple Product Manager for the Mac Pro with over 20 years at Apple, shares fascinating insights about the new Mac Pro unveiling at WWDC 2019. He highlights its modularity and performance tailored for creative tasks. The conversation pivots to emerging features in macOS and iPadOS, including innovative multitasking options for iPads and the significance of user feedback in product development. Plus, there's excitement about the new 'Sparky Button'! Tune in for a deep dive into Apple's latest innovations.
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Doug's First Mac
- Doug Brooks' first Mac was a Mac II CX.
- This was the computer he used throughout college.
Pro Workflow Team
- Apple's Pro Workflow team consists of creatives and system architects.
- They analyze pro workflows to identify bottlenecks and improve performance.
UI Responsiveness
- User interface responsiveness is crucial for pro workflows.
- A slow dialog box acknowledged 100 times a day adds up to significant wasted time.