Hardware Podcasts

66: Apple Hardware Computers

Thoroughly Considered · 10 Feb 2021 · 1h 01m · Episode 66

What this episode covers

Myke Curley, Tom Gerhardt, and Dan Provost of Studio Neat discuss predictions for Apple's transition to Apple Silicon and its impact on industrial design, specifically debating whether the MacBook Air and Pro will see significant form factor changes. The hosts argue extensively about the future convergence of macOS and iPadOS, with Tom Gerhardt predicting a unified device that splits into a tablet and keyboard, while Dan Provost and Myke Curley remain skeptical about merging the distinct user interface paradigms. They also speculate on the upcoming mixed reality headset, with Curley viewing it as a developer kit for future AR glasses and Gerhardt arguing Apple will keep such products secret until they are ready for mass market release.

Most relevant to

large enterprises

Topics

Mentioned

Companies
Apple, Studio Neat
Products
MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, iPad Pro, Mac Pro, iMac
Chips
M1
Also
Big Sur, macOS, iPadOS, iOS

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