I keep vaguely wondering what Macs are like, but the ones I've seen spend too much time being friendly.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker is curious about Mac computers but finds the ones they see too focused on user experience.
- In plain terms
- Macs seem nice but spend too much effort being friendly.
- What can you take from it?
- User-friendly designs can seem excessive to some.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What tech feels too polished?
- Do you value function over feel?
Another view
Friendliness in design is usually a feature not a bug.
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