I have such a hard time explaining to people around me (family, friends and colleagues) that platforms like Meta are no good and that we should avoid them. 😔
Apple is Testing These iPhone 18 Pro and Foldable iPhone Colors — MacRumors
While it was previously rumored that Apple was also considering purple and brown finishes for the iPhone 18 Pro models, Gurman said he believes that those color options are “just variants of the same red idea — given that the tones are fairly similar.” In other words, it sounds like those two color options will not actually be offered.
I’m getting more and more nervous about Apple’s plans for the iPhone 18 Pro colors…
More MacBook Expectations
Here’s what I want for the upcoming entry-level MacBook:
- Size and design: thin and less boxy than two iPad Pro on top of each other.
- Just under 13-inch retina display.
- Full-size keyboard flush with the left and right device edges.
- 8GB of RAM with a 12GB option available.
- 256 GB of fast storage (120 GB/s) with a 512GB upgrade option.
- One fast USB-C port and MagSafe.
- Very thin bezel around the display to minimize the overall device size. Fingers crossed for a notch-less design.
- External display support (a bit far-fetched, though).
- Colors similar to the current iMac desktop.
What I don’t expect:
- Headphone jack
- Thunderbolt support
- More than one display
- Nano texture option
- Glowing Apple Logo on the back of the display
- The return of the wedge design
- Cellular option
Starting price: 599 US$.
Matt Birchler’s “[Apple will kill iPadOS] article: (https://birchtree.me/blog/apple-will-kill-ipados/)”:
Matt argues that Apple should discontinue iPadOS and instead fragment it into two distinct operating systems: iOS for casual iPads (iPad, iPad mini, iPad Air) and macOS for the iPad Pro, creating clearer software distinctions across the product lineup. This reorganization would address the current problem of one OS trying to serve devices ranging from 8" tablets to 13" laptop-style screens, and would make sense once foldable iPhones that expand to tablet size arrive. Matt contends that recent iPadOS updates have primarily added Mac-like features anyway, and that macOS’s UI elements are already compatible with touch input, making a touch-enabled macOS on iPad Pro a logical next step.
I don’t see that happening anytime soon. Way too much investment in iPadOS. While Matt isn’t wrong per se, I think we need to look at this from the normal, non-tech user’s perspective.
About This Tempting Light MacBook
If the rumors turn out to be true, Apple will announce a new entry-level MacBook line on March 4th. Why is this relevant to me? Well, I’m really curious to see what Apple will offer in terms of technical specifications and overall design, because I might be tempted to get one. But why? I already have an M2 MacBook Air 15"!
The short answer: to use while travelling instead of bringing my M4 iPad Pro! But I’ve always said that the iPad is a perfect device to bring on trips! That’s true, but it still lacks one thing: the flexibility macOS provides. Yes, we’re back to the Mac again!
My last trip abroad confirmed that my iPad was very suitable, but I sometimes wished I had the flexibility of a MacBook for certain tasks, as well as a larger keyboard. If the new MacBook offers reasonable power, dimensions close to those of the old 12" MacBook, a lightweight, and a fair price, I might be tempted.
I owned the 11-inch MacBook Air (as explained here), and I loved it. My hope is to see a blend between the 11-inch MacBook Air and the 12-inch MacBook.
It seems like it’s been a long time since I’ve been excited about the prospects of a new Apple product.
Early this morning, using Craft Agents, I created a new skill that enables me to save my Micro.blog Bookmarks into a Craft collection. The agent figured out the Micro.blog API, the new collection schema and how to move things around. So cool. Any questions?
It’s funny how my interactions with my colleages is evolving since I’ve been using AI. My requests to them are looking more and more like prompts: I give them a context, state my needs and expectations and provide the expected end results, in that order. All the time. 🫣
When I Retire...
One of my nieces’ friends works in IT and recently contacted me for advice about his career in this field. This isn’t the first time I’ve received this kind of request. Over the past year, two other colleagues have also asked me for similar career advice. I have to admit, I really enjoy it. I like listening to the concerns of the younger generation and, to the best of my knowledge, advising them to help them flourish even more.
I have over 30 years of experience in IT, and I’m starting to think about retirement and what I will do once my career is over. I have to admit, offering my advice for free to younger people is something I would really love to do.
9to5Mac’s article “Google launches Snapseed camera for iPhone with pro manual controls, retro film”:
Snapseed, a photo editing app by Google, has launched a new camera feature for iOS with manual adjustments, professional mode, and various film emulation styles. The updated app allows users to customize their photos with real-time filters and provides a full editing stack that enables post-capture modifications. The app is free and available in the App Store, with plans to update the Android version in the future.
I never quite understood why Google is making such an app. It’s great but… why?
9to5Mac’s article “Another AirPods Pro 3 model is coming, with one rumored upgrade”:
Apple is rumored to be developing a new, higher-end version of AirPods Pro 3 featuring infrared (IR) cameras to enhance AI capabilities and potentially support visual intelligence and hand gestures. This upcoming model is expected to be similar to the current AirPods Pro 3 but will likely come at a higher price point. The IR cameras are anticipated to help users better understand and interact with their external environment.
Oh, as an AirPods Pro 2 owner, I might want to hold up my next purchase. I’m just curious about the appeal of this upgrade.