This is a bit off topic but your suggestions - Most of this will never happen "in the coming years", because Apple doesn't want any of these things. It goes against their model.
1) Files app was needed to centralize files in a more workflow centric system now
2) Mac apps are designed for mouse/keyboard. However there is some rumors that they are trying to get a system together where developers can design one app and have it work more out of the box easily for all devices.
3) Apple's model is to lock down things. Make it simple simple simple. They will not allow access to protected files or usb. That shows how tech is getting in the way when there are easier ways like the cloud.
4) Mouse is tech. Apple believe it or not wants to get rid of things that get in your way. If you can interact directly with the software via touch. They won't introduce a mouse to an ipad/iphone. Think of a mouse on an apple watch. It needs to be simple.
5) Desktop-like browser? What's wrong with ios browser?
6) Apples allure is they are locked down. They control everything. That keeps them extremely secure. How often do you hear about an ipad virus? Quality control and approval processes. This system has paid off for them.
7) Think about how easy it is to separate apps and accounts on an ipad. Easy. Apple has *chosen* not too. It's in their best interest. For many reasons they don't want users sharing ipads.
8) Default apps they've done occasionally like google maps / apple maps. But it's again generally in their best interest to control the whole flow and force you to use their way of doing things.
9) Multi-tasking will keep getting better. You can multi-task on the ipad but for more complex tasks you use desktop/laptop. Hopefully this will get better multitasking for ios in the future. But it's not bad
Apple never thinks about the bottom line. Most people consider apple as choosing to do things just to make money and it's all about selling more products and sacrificing certain things in the sake of money. And this is completely wrong. Don't get me wrong they are a business and they will make money. But think of things like the headphone jack. They didn't remove it to sell more wireless headphones - they did it because the tech gets in the way. Their aim is to simply our lives, not just take our money. If I can have wireless headphone I just put in my ears that's so much easier then the wires and cords, that get damaged, and plug it in, and some dirt is stuck in the hole, etc.
If they were concerned with the bottom dollar, they would just sell those iMac Pro space gray accessories for anyone. Or a desktop tower with standard configuration and sell them like hot cakes. But they want to do it right, and make it simple. Each category of device serves a specific need - you won't see mouse on ipad.
In my previous my post I did briefly give an opinion about iMac Pro, but at the same time I said that I prefer iOS, and believe it can be the primary OS if my suggestions are implemented. Furthermore, in a recent article I read on MC that Apple are doing well with Computers/iDevices, so like I said before, iMac Pro is not a flop as others are suggesting in this thread just because of the price drop. If you compare with a PC with same specs than iMac Pro is reasonably priced and this price drop is a steal! I am not sure how it is off-topic.
You mentioned that it will never happen in regards to my previous post, but iOS 11 suggests otherwise. iOS 11 was more of an iPad update than a general update in previous years.
1) Agreed
2) No, Apple will only allow iOS apps to run on MacOS not vise-versa.
3) I prefer usb and if someone has something to share than it is not easier but more cumbersome. If 1) the files app is more flexible than I am sure it is possible.
4) Honestly, iOS should be flexible and offer more options, so whether Apple wants to get rid of things that get in your way is not relevant.
5) & 6) unable to download third party apps within the browser, unable to download; videos, music, files etc. iCab browser is the closest to a desktop browser. I agree about security but why not have a browser store like iMessages?
7) You’re making assumptions here.
8) if they want to sell more than give us the option.
9) I agree but it is taking Apple so long
I would like to see mouse on iPad. If Android can, then why not on iOS?
