The blog post discusses the unconventional swipe direction of the Camera mode switcher in iOS 26, which contradicts users' muscle memory and standard touch screen behavior. It highlights the introduction of a 'Classic Mode Switchi...
About:
Benjamin Mayo is a writer and software developer passionate about Apple and technology, known for his iOS apps and contributions to the open-source community.
Website:
Specializations:
Interests:
Incoming Links:
Subscribe to RSS:
5.6Receding UI Design
2025-06-30 • ui/ux design apple mobile apps ios
The blog post discusses the iOS 26 redesign, highlighting the shift of toolbars and primary controls to the bottom of the screen for easier access. While the author appreciates this change, they criticize the trend of minimizing t...
5.3Tahoe Toolbars
2025-07-30 • technology ui/ux design apple macos
The article critiques the design of toolbars in macOS Tahoe, arguing that they appear unattractive and poorly executed compared to the design in iOS 26 and iPadOS 26. The author expresses disappointment in Apple's design philosoph...
The blog post discusses the design philosophy behind the iPhone 17 lineup, referencing a quote from Steve Jobs to emphasize Apple's commitment to product design despite recent challenges. The author critiques the aesthetic and fun...
Apple's collaboration with Google to use Gemini models aims to significantly enhance Siri's capabilities while maintaining privacy standards.
Apple TV will provide extensive coverage of Formula 1, including all practice, qualifying, Sprint sessions, and Grands Prix for subscribers. Select races and practice sessions will be available for free. The F1 TV Premium service ...
The iOS 26.4 update for Apple Music features a redesigned album page with a color-matched background that enhances the user experience and complements album artwork.
Giannandrea downplays the significance of AI chatbots, arguing that users want an interface for controlling devices rather than open-ended textboxes. He believes that chatbots are not as compelling for screen-based devices like co...
Mike Rockwell, head of engineering for Siri, is making significant changes to the leadership and structure of the team to re-engineer Siri from the ground up, with full backing from the executive team.
Apple TV+ is reportedly losing over $1 billion annually, despite growing to around 45 million subscribers. The service has spent over $5 billion a year on content since its launch in 2019, but trimmed the budget by $500 million la...
The iPhone 16e is a new product from Apple that fills a gap in the market for price-sensitive customers who want slightly newer features than the iPhone SE but at a lower price than the iPhone 16. It is a reactionary product that ...
iOS 18.3 enables Apple Intelligence by default, which has sparked some conversation as users are automatically opted in. The features of Apple Intelligence are varied and include improved photo search, Clean Up, Writing Tools, Sir...
0iPhone 17 Slim Rumours
2024-11-30 •
The blog post discusses rumors about the iPhone 17 Slim, highlighting compromises in design such as a single speaker and a large, centered camera bump with a single lens. The post also mentions consumer preferences for phone purch...
0M4 Announcements
2024-10-31 •
The blog post discusses the M4 announcements from Apple, including updates to the iMac, Mac mini, MacBook Pro, and USB-C Magic Accessories. The iMac received a bigger-than-expected update with a new nano-texture display option and...
0iPhone 16 And Apple Intelligence Marketing
2024-09-30 •
The iPhone 16 lineup is marketed with a focus on Apple Intelligence, which has received criticism for being the main selling point of the phone. The first features of Apple Intelligence are set to launch in October, after the phon...
0New Mac Mini To Feature Significant Redesign
2024-08-30 •
Apple is planning a new version of the Mac mini, set to be the smallest desktop computer yet, with a significant redesign and AI-focused chips. The new model is expected to be far smaller than its predecessor, approaching the size...
0Apple TV+ Ambitions Meet Fiscal Prudence
2024-07-30 •
Apple TV+ is in a grey area of success, with some popular moments but low viewership. It is unprofitable for Apple, but they are committed to the service and plan to continue expanding their original content.
0Apple Intelligence
2024-06-21 •
The post discusses Apple Intelligence, a new feature that integrates modern AI techniques into the iPhone experience. It highlights the intentionality of the design and the seamless integration of new features into the operating s...
0What's New Is Thin Again
2024-05-25 •
The blog post discusses the trend of thinness in Apple products, noting that it was once a major selling point but has taken a backseat in recent years. The author reflects on the shift in priorities and the recent release of the ...
FIFA is close to an agreement with Apple to give the tech company worldwide television rights for a new tournament. The deal might be worth a quarter of the $4 billion FIFA had first estimated. Apple's streaming service, Apple TV+...
Apple is in talks to build Google’s Gemini artificial intelligence engine into the iPhone, setting the stage for a blockbuster agreement that would shake up the AI industry. Apple is preparing new capabilities as part of iOS 18 ba...
0App Store Versus The EU Commission, Take Two
2024-03-12 •
Apple has announced significant amendments to its rules for app distribution in the EU, allowing authorized developers to distribute their iOS apps directly from a website. This move is seen as a response to criticisms raised by c...
0The Launch Of Apple Vision Pro
2024-02-13 •
The blog post discusses the launch of the Apple Vision Pro, highlighting the positive reception despite some initial hardware and software limitations. It also explores the potential future growth of the product and compares it to...
0App Store Versus The EU Commission
2024-01-27 •
Apple has introduced new business terms for developers' apps in the EU, which includes a fee structure that reflects the value Apple creates for developers' businesses. The new terms deconstruct the commission structure and instat...