I’ve Been Converted.

Summary

In this video script, the speaker, a self-proclaimed 'light dabbler' in the Apple ecosystem, discusses their experience with Apple devices and the WWDC announcements. They highlight the introduction of features like customizable home screen layouts and T9 dialing, which they find exciting, and express their anticipation for RCS support and the integration of Chat GPT. The speaker also mentions the potential shift in Apple's attitude towards user demands and innovation, and touches on the controversy surrounding Elon Musk's reaction to Apple's partnership with Open AI.

Takeaways

• 📱 The speaker is a light Apple ecosystem user, having used iPhones but never fully embracing MacOS.
• 🔋 They appreciate the battery life improvements in Apple's products, especially with the introduction of Apple Silicon, which outperforms Windows counterparts.
• 🍏 Despite not being a full-fledged Apple fan, they acknowledge the excitement of WWDC and the significant updates announced.
• 📲 The introduction of T9 dialing on iPhones is seen as a long-overdue feature that will enhance user experience.
• 📱 The ability to customize the home screen layout is a major update that the speaker is particularly excited about.
• 🤖 The integration of Chat GPT with Siri is presented as a notable feature, with Apple covering the basic use for users.
• 📸 The Photos app redesign brings it more in line with Google Photos, offering a cleaner and more user-friendly interface.
• 🔒 App blocking and hiding features are introduced for added privacy, especially useful for multiple user devices.
• 🖥 MacOS updates include iPhone mirroring and window tiling, bringing MacOS closer to the functionality of Windows.
• 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 The speaker hints at a potential switch to iPhone due to the announced updates, showing a shift in their stance towards Apple products.
• 🚀 Elon Musk's reaction to Apple's partnership with Open AI is mentioned, indicating a potential conflict due to data privacy concerns.

Q & A

What is the speaker's self-described level of involvement with the Apple ecosystem?

The speaker describes themselves as a 'light dabbler' in the Apple ecosystem, having used Apple devices like the iPhone 4 and iPhone 6S for several years, but not deeply engaging with MacOS.

Why does the speaker express disappointment with early Snapdragon Elite benchmarks?

The speaker is disappointed because the benchmarks for Snapdragon Elite are not as impressive as they had hoped, which affects their optimism about the product's potential.

What is the speaker's view on MacOS, especially with the introduction of Apple silicon?

The speaker acknowledges that MacOS, particularly with Apple silicon, offers great battery life and is excellent for certain tasks, but it's not their preferred choice due to limitations for their specific work needs.

What specific software is mentioned as not being supported on MacOS, affecting the speaker's team's reliance on it?

SolidWorks is mentioned as not being supported on MacOS, which is a critical software for the speaker's teams, affecting their ability to use MacOS exclusively.

What Apple product does the speaker currently use daily?

The speaker mentions using AirPods Pro daily, which is the only Apple product they actively use at the moment.

What new feature in iOS is the speaker excited about regarding the home screen layout?

The speaker is excited about the ability to customize the home screen layout, allowing icons to be placed anywhere, which was previously a limitation in iOS.

What is T9 dialing, and why is the speaker enthusiastic about its inclusion in iOS?

T9 dialing is a feature that allows users to dial phone numbers by typing the corresponding letters on a mobile phone keypad. The speaker is enthusiastic because it's a convenient feature that was previously missing from iOS and is already available on Android.

What is the speaker's opinion on the RCS support coming to Apple devices?

The speaker views the RCS support as a positive development, indicating that Apple is responding to user demands and legislative pressures, making the iPhone more competitive with Android devices.

What is the speaker's stance on sideloading apps on their phone?

The speaker supports sideloading apps, citing a personal experience where they needed to sideload an app for a smart home appliance not approved for sale in Canada.

What feature in MacOS is the speaker looking forward to, and why is it significant?

The speaker is looking forward to the iPhone mirroring feature on MacOS, as it allows for more seamless integration between Apple devices, similar to a remote desktop experience.

What is the speaker's view on the attitude shift in Apple's approach to software development?

The speaker perceives a significant attitude shift in Apple, where they are now addressing long-standing user requests and deficiencies while also innovating with new features, indicating a more user-centric approach.

What new feature in iOS 16 is aimed at improving the reading experience in Safari?

The new Safari reader mode in iOS 16 can deemphasize unimportant parts of a webpage, allowing users to focus on the main content more easily.

What controversy is mentioned regarding Tesla and user data privacy?

The controversy mentioned involves Tesla employees being caught watching and sharing videos recorded by Tesla cars' cameras, raising concerns about user privacy and data security.

What is Elon Musk's reaction to Apple's partnership with OpenAI, and why is it controversial?

Elon Musk reacted negatively to Apple's partnership with OpenAI, threatening to ban Apple devices at his companies, possibly due to an ongoing conflict with OpenAI and concerns about data privacy.