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Tim Cook Discusses His Job, Apple's Long-Term Future, AI, Virtual Reality, and More
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Jony Ive should also be fired.
When asked about personal computers Cook replied: We're a smartphone and tablet company, computers are something we've looked at getting into, but really don't see it as something that fits into Apple's eco system. 
His statement of "insanely" comment and how he got used to criticism....are pure cringe. He doesn't care what people say...."it doesn't bother him"....
1) it's good in a way...because he's being independent but if this is more of "I don't care because for the sake of I don't care" he is pure cringe.
2) Tim, another word out of your mouth of "unbelievable." Actually, I agree with you. You are "unbelievable."
3) Siri still doesn't understand you, Tim.
1) it's good in a way...because he's being independent but if this is more of "I don't care because for the sake of I don't care" he is pure cringe.
2) Tim, another word out of your mouth of "unbelievable." Actually, I agree with you. You are "unbelievable."
3) Siri still doesn't understand you, Tim.
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No but i think its too soon. when you start flipping CEOs companies really lose vision and solid longevity.
I'm sure he yammered about how the iPad Pro toy is all he needs to do his job, where he doesn't even need to cut and paste.
Bet he called people that need to use real computers like a Mac, "the help" and said they are trash.
Bet he called people that need to use real computers like a Mac, "the help" and said they are trash.
no new mac updates until
- polaris 11 is polished
- hardware is polished (should already be ok imo)
- removal of audioplug is announced on iPhone event (because you won't get one)
I like Tim Cook. I would like to see apple do some VR for sure though. Maybe waiting for 4K screens?
I think Steve knew how to harness Ive's power, without Steve, Jony just lets his mind wander and there is no one around to dial down and focus his talent.
Every now and then, Steve would let him flex his muscles and go hog wild on design hence the 20th Anniversary Mac, the G4 Cube. Sure it wouldn't sell well but it was a celebration of design to Ive's full potential. Then he would hammer down and really push Ive to produces the products we've all come to love. Tim doesn't know how to do that and Ive is taking advantage of that.
Funny as I was just reading this a few minutes ago and wandered to MacRumors to see if it was posted.
Couple of things about AR/VR:
- Desktop: How would this benefit H.I. with a desktop OS?
- Standalone: Would this be primarily for mobile purposes?
I imagine an unobtrusive pair of glasses similar to Google Glass with an almost invisible frame and front. A mobile device would require [currently] impossible hardware. Large VR headsets seem ineffective and dated (looking at you "Lawnmower Man"), a seamless wearable that acts as a mobile device (phone/communications) while enriching/facilitating our lives without being a distraction is an interesting idea (think mobile device without hindering human interaction, i.e. reconnecting with what's in front of you instead of looking down).
Remember Bump Desktop? It was a 3D desktop concept that gained traction when Apple patents for such a desktop OS leaked online (about 10 years ago?). I remember discussing it online and when the original project shut down we thought it related to Apple's patents and expected OS X to incorporate aspects of it. Some of the practical uses were very impressive, making it less of a gimmick with more practical applications.
UPDATE: It came back (surprises me):
Bumptop - A 3D Physics Desktop Experience
Couple of things about AR/VR:
- Desktop: How would this benefit H.I. with a desktop OS?
- Standalone: Would this be primarily for mobile purposes?
I imagine an unobtrusive pair of glasses similar to Google Glass with an almost invisible frame and front. A mobile device would require [currently] impossible hardware. Large VR headsets seem ineffective and dated (looking at you "Lawnmower Man"), a seamless wearable that acts as a mobile device (phone/communications) while enriching/facilitating our lives without being a distraction is an interesting idea (think mobile device without hindering human interaction, i.e. reconnecting with what's in front of you instead of looking down).
Remember Bump Desktop? It was a 3D desktop concept that gained traction when Apple patents for such a desktop OS leaked online (about 10 years ago?). I remember discussing it online and when the original project shut down we thought it related to Apple's patents and expected OS X to incorporate aspects of it. Some of the practical uses were very impressive, making it less of a gimmick with more practical applications.
UPDATE: It came back (surprises me):
Bumptop - A 3D Physics Desktop Experience
exactly, ie., Gil Amelio, John Sculley
it would spin Apple out of control and this time there won't be a Third coming of Steve Jobs to save us
But the longer Tim stays there, the more damage he will cause long term. Best case? Has to be Craig. He's not perfect but he's the most upfront of all the execs.
Not necessarily the best, but often last (to "refine" the technology of course, not to get higher margins).
And of course none asked him about the MBP or the absence of a decent Mac computer from apple's lineup. Great
I think this is spot-on. Angela has made changes and not for the better. Hiring her was a mistake but firing her would be admitting it. She may be far more responsible for turning Apple into a fashion company than anyone else. I will never understand why selling watch bands is better than selling top notch Mac's. Real computers are what put Apple on the map.
Maybe, maybe not. That's the new Apple, keep your expectations low and maybe you'll get a good surprise.
I think Angela is a sharp woman and a professional. When she presents herself, its corporate pro and especially from the Burberry line. But the way she was hired into the fold with certain unrealistic expectations didn't seem to pan out or her talents weren't tapped properly by Tim's laissez faire approach.
He can't throw her under the bus " just because " as a patsy so he's got to step down and leave the company, or else if Angela is asked to leave, it's going to leave a bad taste in her mouth wanting revenge and that Tim is a drama queen ( he will do anything to sink his claws like a girl and hold onto his job ) and Jony is a prima donna.
As long as Jony is still there and Cook's cronies are around, Forstall will never return there. They need someone else with balls of steel with vision, professional and driven.
Steve Jobs was absolute Genius when it came to make things good and making them last
Tim Cook is a wannabe Steve Jobs the only thing that Tim cook knows about is how many apps the user has downloaded and say "Good morning" when he comes out on stage and all he is interested about then is passing over to either eddie cue,Phil Schiller, Craig Federighi and then saying who we have playing at the end of the event
When Steve Jobs was in command he use do it all himself and sell you the product not like cook does pass the book all the time and just stand their doing nothing Steve made you want to buy the product because steve was good at selling the product and he made you think that is good i want that not like Tim oh another iPhone hardly any improvements at all
they are truly lost with out steve back bone and skills
Tim Cook is a wannabe Steve Jobs the only thing that Tim cook knows about is how many apps the user has downloaded and say "Good morning" when he comes out on stage and all he is interested about then is passing over to either eddie cue,Phil Schiller, Craig Federighi and then saying who we have playing at the end of the event
When Steve Jobs was in command he use do it all himself and sell you the product not like cook does pass the book all the time and just stand their doing nothing Steve made you want to buy the product because steve was good at selling the product and he made you think that is good i want that not like Tim oh another iPhone hardly any improvements at all
they are truly lost with out steve back bone and skills
I think it has been clear TC is an OPERATOR, not an entrepreneur. He has almost no vision. He does not care much to connect to the real users.
I think he can find a great fit in either Wall Street or capital hill, but certainly not an office that Steve Jobs used to hold.
I think he can find a great fit in either Wall Street or capital hill, but certainly not an office that Steve Jobs used to hold.