Apples intro is gross nasty in this, but I have a few other things to say. Apple events always stir up a lot of attention, and that includes a significant amount of Apple bashers. I thought I would address some of what I have been reading. How people can hate on Apple, I can somewhat understand, but it is not because of what Apple is. The hate, I believe, is born of how Apple caters to making a simple product for the masses. In some cases, I think the anger comes from that place that makes us dislike something just because it is so darn popular and everyone has one. We all want to be unique and different; that is human nature. The iPhone was not designed for the programmer or the power user. It was designed, like all Apple products, for regular folks that just want their shit to work. And if it doesnt work, they want the person who made it or sold it to them to make it right. How fortunate we are to be in the presence of such beauty, passion, and integrity. Ultimately, sure, it is a preference. It is a lifestyle. What I propose is that we dive into what makes up the decision to decide on that preference. What app marketplace you use, which cloud service you use, which tablet you use, and even which personal computer you use--is a family affair now. Not just a family of complimentary tech devices, but to put a suite of devices in the hands of your actual family. Apple sees themselves connecting brothers, sisters, children, and parents through their philosophy of simplicity. Of course, there are ups and downs for all cell phones, and each users demands are different. One serious consideration for another family of devices would be Windows. If youre using Windows machine, Windows tablet, and Windows phone, and it works for you, great! Windows has some benefits over Apple, but as a long time user of both, I can unequivocally say that simplicity is Not one of them. When we talk about cell phone companies like Samsung, Sony, Google, LG, Blackberry, or other prominent players, I cant honestly see this as fair comparison. Other than Samsung and Google, which company has made any significant move to create a complete hardware family and sync them all to simplify and streamline our creativity? Our productivity? Our lives. Who has created operating systems for their hardware in all three arenas to work seamlessly? Again, I think Windows could be the sole argument, but it is still a wildly different world and culture there than with Apple. I think being the first to do it the best deserves loyalty. And being the only one to do it well for so many years deserves practically blind faith. Maybe this is why Apple is hated as well. Is it maybe unfair that a company be crowned with such blind faith for a product that maybe costs more than technology that is superior in specification and performance? That could be a reasonable point to make. Beyond the surface level of how 20 years of riding this bull that others cant seem to even get on to, there is more to the story than some kind of seemingly overpriced product. Avid Apple users, whether aware of it or not, are buying into a number of value factors: 1. Quality operating systems that are linked over computer, tablet and phone. 2. A single source of technical assistance through free appointments in-person at an Apple store. 3. The vision and reputation of a philosophy built to serve the common person as Steve Jobs and his meticulous standards foresaw. 4. An app marketplace where one purchase (or free download) unlocks new functionality on all 3 devices--computer, tablet and phone. 5. A community of users large enough where any significant hardware or software issue is going to be fixed nearly immediately. 6. And finally, there must be a consideration for the instant status effect. We all know the glowing feeling of having the newest item that is a global phenomenon. In every country in the world, the Apple iPhone has become a symbol of status. As an average American, from any demographic or background (and almost any income level), you too can have the hottest international status symbol available. There is so much psychology to consider for those who have never owned an iPhone. Is it possible to make the switch? Everyone is different. Period. It is really hard to say how someone will react to Apples approach to solving pretty much every problem you might ever have on a mobile device. However, my sister and my mother have both recently switched to the iPhone, and all they can say is Its so easy. That is what Apple wants. Is there a bit of giving in or guilt that occurs for long-time Android users? Some even call it turning to the darkside as if some evil force has lured them into a simpler life. In general, I am completely supportive of infinite customization. I can totally understand how this would be a powerful detractor when considering the iPhone life. Simple truth, I have found, is that complete customization is not necessary in a cell phone. The phrase too many options comes to mind, and circles the general vibe back to the Windows vs. OSX conversation that is now decades old. Why is it so bad that your phone or computer is deciding what to do for you? Do you want your electronics asking you questions constantly? There are exceptions to all of this, such as jailbreaking and the entire world of the advanced user. Of course. But Apple is simply just not interested in catering to the fringe. Apple, from the very birth, was a vision of simplicity for the masses. As complicated as my life gets, and as many things as I ask my iPhone to accomplish, at speeds that by all means are nearly as fast as I can think, the iPhone keeps up and doesnt miss a beat. Since the day I got my iPhone 3G, my phone has done exactly as Ive asked of it. In many cases it has done so before I even knew what I wanted. I do not harbor a desire to customize beyond the parameters set forth by Apples teams of top-tier imagination people and their visual design standards. In my opinion, their standards out-class anything Ive seen on any other platform--and I have seen quite a few working for a cell phone reseller. When I can get my hands on the iPhone 6, I will. Apple likes to throw around some incredible statements about being the best in the world. When I hear any company make such claims, I am extremely skeptical. Part of why I believe in Apple, is that when I hear them make bold statements, I know from my years of use that there is at least a good deal of truth to them. I dont have to ask too many questions of them, and their products dont ask too many questions of me, and ultimately that is exactly why I am happy to pay them whatever they need in order to keep it that way. apple/live/2014-sept-event/
Posted on: Thu, 11 Sep 2014 03:48:34 +0000
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