CasualFanboy
macrumors 6502a
How about this?
Release 2 new phones a year, and one new macOS every 2 years. Bam. Everybody's happy.
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Mac OS 26 Is Utter Garbage and Apple Has truly lost its way....
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Release 2 new phones a year, and one new macOS every 2 years. Bam. Everybody's happy.
I could take or leave Liquid Glass, given that it does seem to have been a waste of time.
However, Safari has gotten so bad that I often have to switch to Chrome to get some websites to work. And this still happens after the 26.1 update (behavior didn't change). Also, system boot times are MUCH longer on Tahoe, at least in comparison to Mac OS Sonoma (MacOS 14).
As for Apple's recent software efforts, I think they know (finally) that they completely missed the boat in terms of AI and they are now struggling to catch up. That probably means most of their current efforts are being directed toward AI.
However, Safari has gotten so bad that I often have to switch to Chrome to get some websites to work. And this still happens after the 26.1 update (behavior didn't change). Also, system boot times are MUCH longer on Tahoe, at least in comparison to Mac OS Sonoma (MacOS 14).
As for Apple's recent software efforts, I think they know (finally) that they completely missed the boat in terms of AI and they are now struggling to catch up. That probably means most of their current efforts are being directed toward AI.
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It literally has "Pro" in its Name. We have the right to expect pro performance at Apple's prices, and there is nothing unreasonable about it.
I recently looked up Workstation Desktops and Laptops, and the ones from Lenovo, Dell, and HP, were from $6,000-$10,000+, and they didn't all have more than 128 GB of RAM, or more than a 4TB SSD. Many Gaming and Business Desktop and Laptops from other Manufacturers are more expensive than Macs.
DCIFRTHS
macrumors 68000
Only if security upadtes aren't available for the older OS.
Apple Knowledge Navigator
macrumors 601
True, and the quality of the hardware itself is usually not as good.
This is the one thing that I always notice switching from a Mac to a PC, everything else just feels flimsy.
CasualFanboy
macrumors 6502a
Apple is lucky that their competitors suck so bad. But rather than strive for excellence, it seems like the company has shifted to a mode of doing just enough to stay a little better than the alternatives.
About flimsiness I have one comparison based on own experience.
I saw Thinkpad X series falling from desk to carpeted office floor with lid open. Hinges broke off from the lid.
Then I myself accidentally knocked my old 2010 Macbook Pro to bare tiled floor with lid open. Only injure was a small dent in a corner of the lid.
It does not seem to matter how expensive plastic-fantastic laptop to get - it will shatter anyway in this situation...
I saw Thinkpad X series falling from desk to carpeted office floor with lid open. Hinges broke off from the lid.
Then I myself accidentally knocked my old 2010 Macbook Pro to bare tiled floor with lid open. Only injure was a small dent in a corner of the lid.
It does not seem to matter how expensive plastic-fantastic laptop to get - it will shatter anyway in this situation...
MBAir2010
macrumors G3
But this problem is one product for millions of users.
they just hafta perfect that once, then sent that out as one.
compared to or not like....say a reputable racing bike wheel manufacture that is made thousands of times over
and shipped individually 1k times.
I agree with everything else, as you always post a great perspective on today.
Bazza1
macrumors 65816
For a company to produce OSs for only the hardware they too produce (unlike, say, Windows, Android, Linux), their lapses are inexcusable.
Rushing to build "Squirrel!" products to satisfy the churn the stakeholders demand. Quality isn't even secondary these days.
MistahPotatoHead
macrumors newbie
I respectfully disagree. They've only hit Windows 8 level garbage. They have to try a lot harder to reach Vista's level of crappiness. 😉
Bazza1
macrumors 65816
Win 8 is what finally have me do the move to full-time Mac usage. And that's having lived through the Vista era.
It never occurred to me that Apple would regress to become the glitchy guy in a suit.
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thejadedmonkey
macrumors G3
If you develop for iOS, you do. Maybe you can skip a year, but if you wait too long Apple won't even let you upload apps to the app store without updating.
OSX15
macrumors regular
As a loyal user for many many years, I've noticed that the OS quality of the last years seems to decline quite rapidly. Almost like a scene out of "idiocracy" - More colors, more buttons, more choices, more rounded, more glitter..
What happened to lean, professional, idealistic, people driven, clean MacOS releases?
The last few years have felt like Devolution to me. With Tahoe taking the crown. I will delay upgrading or using it as long as possible. Worse performance, battery life, less available memory..
I hope Apple will get to their senses and go back to their roots. This just does not feel worthy.
What happened to lean, professional, idealistic, people driven, clean MacOS releases?
The last few years have felt like Devolution to me. With Tahoe taking the crown. I will delay upgrading or using it as long as possible. Worse performance, battery life, less available memory..
I hope Apple will get to their senses and go back to their roots. This just does not feel worthy.
MBAir2010
macrumors G3
what was wrong about Tahoe'd was the blatant lies
published this summer on websites depicting how great the system was.
the lies and liars won't get reprimanded since the planet "don't do that" anymore.
published this summer on websites depicting how great the system was.
the lies and liars won't get reprimanded since the planet "don't do that" anymore.
From your lips to Tim's ears. So sad that this debacle had to happen. A sure sign of decision by committee. You are correct on every count.
maflynn
macrumors Broadwell
What about it? Very few Linux developers can afford food or a haircut or a bath. It’s just not a sustainable path for the majority of people who want to earn a living programming and because of “vibe coding” the Snap store is drowning in hundreds of garbage apps and low quality clone apps every week which makes visibility even harder.
True but when the competitors suck it’s usually for the same reasons but on steroids. Apple should never be doing whatever the trend is, like these circles and curves everywhere that Google began to push everywhere before Tahoe.
MBAir2010
macrumors G3
from Macworld, Apple Inside, PC MAG, Verve, Tom's, and every other reviews:
"most Stable OS in years!"
"more battery life"
"Liquor Glass is amazing!"
"Faster file search"
"better computing experience"
"AI is A1!"
"Lighting fast GUI!!!"
" did not stop at nothing!"
I read many reviews, was tricked and even went back here after a long absence.
which was a good thing, but everyone behind a keyboards and paycheck....
well after using that for a month I realized AI or their computer were M5.
then I saw the same over-bloated fake 10 star reviews that did not pertain to the script and acting of
on the dexter TV new series, the 4th spin off on IMDB and made a note to myself that this is the world now.
just fake reviews to promote a product.
maflynn
macrumors Broadwell
you really didn't provide links, but I will address what you've written. What I see is people's opinions on what was released, not lies
Here's PCmag's review:
Apple's macOS Tahoe Is Easily My Favorite Desktop OS in Years
With macOS Tahoe, Apple adds tons of smart, productivity-focused features, integrates key iOS capabilities, and debuts a stunning new design, making it the most exciting version of the desktop OS in years.
Basically what I see is people writing about their experiences and finding something largely positive. You may disagree and that's fine, but I see no lies, no overt attempt to deceive the public.
MBAir2010
macrumors G3
If only I had the extra time to provide links!
the again those beat tech writers won't condone anything new from
so that was my fault. and will stand in a corner for 15 minutes,
if I only had the time!
hey i'm supposed to have "ignore" anything Tahoe'd here...what gives?
Well, it is the only place to go. Should Apple keep up the downward trend with their OS.