Mac Power Users

541: WWDC 2020

Jun 23, 2020
The hosts share their fresh takes on the latest from Apple's WWDC 2020, diving into exciting updates like iOS 14's revamped home screen and widgets. They explore the implications of Apple Silicon's transition for Macs and discuss user-friendly features like App Clips. Insights on iPadOS improvements, watchOS 6 updates, and the seamless integration of iOS apps into macOS paint a vivid picture of Apple's innovation. The conversation wraps up with reflections on virtual events and the potential future of Apple's hardware control.
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ANECDOTE

Bittersweet WWDC

  • David Sparks felt bittersweet watching WWDC 2020 alone.
  • He missed watching it with Stephen Hackett "in the room where it happens."
INSIGHT

Surprising Keynote

  • Apple surprised with numerous announcements at WWDC 2020, exceeding expectations.
  • The keynote was efficient, skipping the usual AR and game demos.
ANECDOTE

Beta Testing

  • Both Hackett and Sparks installed the betas, Hackett on his iPad mini and Sparks on his big iPad Pro.
  • Sparks questioned Hackett about installing the beta on his iPhone, to which Hackett replied negatively.
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