What a great idea. Surprised this hasn’t happened sooner.
The death of the Montreal bagel?
This story is much bigger than being about “just” a bagel. It’s about tradition vs “progress” and how Montreal sees itself as a city.
Japanese company’s hands-free umbrella
I live in a very rainy part of the world and there’s still zero chance I’d ever wear this contraption. But I love the utter ridiculousness of it.
Watch InSight Mars landing online
I’ll be watching it on Monday.
Christmas short film – “Love is a Gift”
Wow. That was a real kick in the feels.
Award for “Structural Artistry”: The Steve Jobs Theater Pavilion
Even from afar, it is a remarkable building.
Mac mini review—a testament to Apple’s stubbornness
The mini is a much loved little box.
My “Today at Apple” experience
Apple has been doing these classes and sessions for years. I’ve taken a couple and briefly watched many others. I think it’s a fascinating aspect of the company and something I don’t think any other retail environment has.
How an iPhone and a hairy hamster create magic movie sound
I’ve always been fascinated by the behind the scenes work of foley artists, sound engineers and sound designers.
When Hollywood went to Toontown
A brilliant movie and not just for the technical achievements.
Tim Cook: Wanted to show kids it’s ok to be gay
While Cook said he didn’t come out in order to prompt other CEOs to do it, I agree with him when he says it’s “kind of shocking” he is still the first openly gay CEO.
Apple’s gorgeously detailed holiday ad has a moral that all creatives should take to heart
We posted the video yesterday but this article has some great detail about its creation along with a “making of” video and links to other Apple holiday spots from the past.
TwitterUK gave me a starring role in my very own Christmas ad
I saw this tweet a couple of days ago and didn’t make the connection. This morning, as I finally realized what was going on, I literally laughed out loud! Now I have to follow Mr John Lewis on Twitter. You've … Continued
The human costs of Black Friday, explained by a former Amazon warehouse manager
This story is unlikely to change anyone’s mind about shopping on Amazon but, like all the other stories about working conditions at an Amazon warehouse we’ve seen over the years, it shows how hard the job is.
I tried to edit an entire video on iPad Pro
While this video is long and may be of interest only to video editing folks, I found the look into his process fascinating, leaving aside how powerful the combination of the iPad Pro and LumaFusion were. He also includes the link to the final edit.
Apple’s holiday video: “Share Your Gifts”
What a lovely little video. I am surprised that they didn’t use an iPad though.
Special Thanksgiving presents from 1Password
1Password: If you purchased 1Password 7 or have an active subscription into 2019, simply click this link to send your gift. Gifts can be sent to direct family members, extended family, friends, or someone who is doing good things in … Continued
Apple designer Jony Ive explains how ‘teetering towards the absurd’ helped him make the iPhone
Like Tim Cook, Ive speaks gently and eloquently. I really enjoy listening to both men speak – for different reasons.
Amazement at iOS cursor movement shortcut says a lot about discoverability
We talked about this on the Your Mac Life show three weeks ago but, as Moren rightly points out, this has been a feature for years. SO why are people only just now “discovering” it?
5 Reasons iPad Pro can be your next computer
Fun, high energy spot.
Windowed – a web browser for Instagram
I want to give a quick shout out to the free Windowed MacOS app – It’s a “browser” that lets you view, upload and manage your Instagram accounts from the desktop. I use the Instagram app when I’m on my phone but, when I’m on the desktop, Windowed works great.
Tim Cook defends Apple’s deal with Google
I wonder how much of this is Cook simply being pragmatic?
iPad Pro bends. So does every tablet.
I love this response to the latest “bendgate” fake controversy.
The ubiquity of smartphones, as captured by photographers
There are some fascinating photos, in both good and bad ways, in this collection.
At Folsom Prison: Johnny Cash’s career-changing show
This is a really interesting dissection of a show and album many of us may have heard as kids. I met Mr Cash briefly when I lived in Nashville, TN and, even though it was in a very mundane setting, I couldn’t have been more excited and he couldn’t have been more generous and kind.
NASA brings Mars landing to viewers everywhere
I’ve already got my calendar set to remind me.
John Lewis & Partners’ 2018 Christmas Ad
It has finally dropped – this year’s John Lewis & Partners Christmas ad. Typically sappy but a lovely tribute and message.
Supply chain channel check stories hurting skittish investors, enriching Apple’s shareholders
Typically long-winded (and annoyingly repetitive) piece from AppleInsider but it is a good antidote to the “APPLE DOOMED!” stories coming out because of the recent stock slump.
Remembering Stan Lee
He has passed but the things he helped create will outlast us all and give joy to millions for generations.
Cassette tapes are back, don’t you dare call them obsolete
Popular Mechanics: In 2017, according to an annual report from music-industry research company Buzzangle, cassette sales in the U.S. rose 136 percent, even more than vinyl, which was the only other format in the beleaguered music industry that was still … Continued