After only a couple years of religiously using a Powerbook for my day-to-day tasks, I decided to write Apple a letter about how happy I was to be a user and also offered them a suggestion about the upcoming MacBook Pro. It wasn't a large suggestion, but nonetheless, here is my letter. Let me know what you think...
To whom this may concern;
It has always amazed me how Apple's design staff pulls off the most unthinkable hardware and software, but somehow it manages to be exactly what I've always been missing. I anticipate every new release with the fervor of a hyperactive kid on Christmas morning. Thus, I am excited for the upcoming release of the new MacBook Pro.
I think that the MagSafe plug, new minicam and remote control are great features that will further push the idea that Apple creates the best computer experience for it's users. I am completely aware that the MacBook Pro is currently is still somewhat in the very final stages of development. (At least, that is what I've been told concerning the battery life of the new notebook.) That's why I'm writing you this question now.
I love how the remote for the new iMac magnetically attaches to the side of the display, which is appropriate for a desktop computer, but this would be obviously impossible when transporting a notebook computer around. I think that it would be fantastic if the device could slide into the side of the MacBook Pro similar to how the card slot on the left side of the notebook and pop out when you wanted to use it.
I know that extra space inside of any laptop is virtually non-existent and I don't know if anything like this is feasible this late in the game with MacBook Pro's ready to ship in February, but maybe on future releases this is something that could be explored.
Please forward this on to those individuals who may be responsible for product design because after all, Apple prides itself on tentatively listening to customer feedback. Thank you very much for working so hard on these products only to make my life easier.
Sincerely,
Greg Kraus
To whom this may concern;
It has always amazed me how Apple's design staff pulls off the most unthinkable hardware and software, but somehow it manages to be exactly what I've always been missing. I anticipate every new release with the fervor of a hyperactive kid on Christmas morning. Thus, I am excited for the upcoming release of the new MacBook Pro.
I think that the MagSafe plug, new minicam and remote control are great features that will further push the idea that Apple creates the best computer experience for it's users. I am completely aware that the MacBook Pro is currently is still somewhat in the very final stages of development. (At least, that is what I've been told concerning the battery life of the new notebook.) That's why I'm writing you this question now.
I love how the remote for the new iMac magnetically attaches to the side of the display, which is appropriate for a desktop computer, but this would be obviously impossible when transporting a notebook computer around. I think that it would be fantastic if the device could slide into the side of the MacBook Pro similar to how the card slot on the left side of the notebook and pop out when you wanted to use it.
I know that extra space inside of any laptop is virtually non-existent and I don't know if anything like this is feasible this late in the game with MacBook Pro's ready to ship in February, but maybe on future releases this is something that could be explored.
Please forward this on to those individuals who may be responsible for product design because after all, Apple prides itself on tentatively listening to customer feedback. Thank you very much for working so hard on these products only to make my life easier.
Sincerely,
Greg Kraus
