In tech, the ecosystem is everything that a company makes. Sometimes, these devices work in synchronous unity, and sometimes they seem a bit isolated. But regardless, every company features an ecosystem. For Apple, the ecosystem follows the same feel, function, and most importantly; they all play well together. They call this continuity, and it's a truly wonderful thing.
In this edition of P2TD, I am going to discuss the key placements of Apple devices from each category for 3 types of user!
In this edition of P2TD, I am going to discuss the key placements of Apple devices from each category for 3 types of user!
Many argue that some Apple products don't have too much of a place in the ecosystem, but in fact, all of their products fall somewhere, as well as the idea that there is a product within each category that can fit almost any need. Foe example, the Mac Pro was not designed for the average Facebook-browsing-email-king-of-a-tech-noob. Its for people into serious graphic design, music/movie production; it's for people who need SERIOUS power. Whereas the Mac Mini is for people who may be new to the Mac world. Or rich people who like to turn TVs into computers. Pick your poison.
My point is: Apple doesn't release products with no meaning, or target user. Everything is done for a reason.
So now for the 3 users. First, I'd like to note that I'm going to pick a product from each category: Desktop, Notebook, Tablet, and Smartphone. I'm not really going to include anything like an Apple TV or iPod because they don't apply to productivity as much as the others.
The first user is a graphic designer. Perhaps not too extreme, such as Justin Maller (my favorite, BTW), but someone who does a lot of graphic work. Sitting at their desk, you'd likely find an 5K iMac beefed up to the gills. This is because the iMac is tailored for that purpose, and now with 5K, most designers wouldn't pass that up. For a laptop, they might not have one, or perhaps a MacBook Air. They have a high-powered monster sitting on their desk; they don't need another. They'd use it when they go places, or when they choose to perform casual use. For a tablet, they might have an iPad Air, if only for the larger size. This might come in handy as far as planning goes. (Or, if you're like me, you ACTUALLY prefer paper when it comes to that kind of thing. Weird. I know). And for the phone, preference really takes it's place. If they're a fan of pixels and better pictures, they'll likely go with the 6 Plus though.
The second user is an Engineer. (Take that with a grain of salt. There are hundreds of different types of engineer) The engineer would most likely want to go with a Mac Pro, probably about midline (8 or 10 core). Most engineers who rely on their computers use programs that are thirsty for CPU power. Whether it's CAD or Coding, power is always good. And depending on the profession, they'll like to accompany the Mac Pro with a 4K monitor for increased viewing capacity. As far as a portable goes, a 15" MacBook Pro would best suit their needs. This is for two reasons. (1) is that they will need power, and if they're looking to go portable, the MacBook Pro is the best option. (2) Everybody who gets a lot of work done on computers can benefit from multiple workhorses. With a beastly Mac Pro leading the pack, complete with a trusty MacBook Pro at your side, you're ready to get a LOT of work done. On the tablet end, an Air 2 is definitely the way to go. Again, the more power, the better. And it's hard to pass up 18% thinner chassis , given that when you're probably lugging around enough equipment to outweigh a pack of elephants, every gram counts. Then, in my opinion, an iPhone 6 would be sufficient. Since you would have a lot of other options as far as devices to get things done on, I don't see it too necessary to have more there.
The final user is someone such as myself! The studious type that has a geeky side that appreciates power. But, the thing is, there's a lot of people like me! In fact, I'd wager that most "normal" people are that way. For the desktop, I ideally might choose a 21.5" iMac, IF anything. Reason being, I don't need a ton of power. Or pixels, for that matter. The iMac can still get a lot of things done, and it's quite the looker, but in my case, it may not even be necessary. And that poses two paths. If I were to have an iMac, I'd easily choose a MacBook Air as my notebook. If i opted out of the iMac, I'd go with a MacBook Pro (non-retina). This way, either way I have portability, and I have power. The only deciding factor is how much power, and how portable it needs to be. For myself, I opt for the second path, if only because portable power means a lot to me. So does hard drive capacity, thus the reason I would get the non retina. (Coming Soon: Why Buying a non-retina MacBook Pro is still a great option). For the tablet, I'd choose the iPad Air. Not the two... Reason being, I don't need that much power, and the original iPad Air suits my needs perfectly. (In fact, if the Weebly app weren't buggy, I'd be using it right now). And for the smartphone, I would actually go with the iPhone 6 Plus. I do love to take pictures, and I do love pixels. Having that large canvas wherever I go without having to lug around my iPad is freedom to me.
That about does it for todays edition! What rendition of the Apple ecosystem would you prefer? Feel free to leave it in the comments down below! I bid Power 2 YOU!
Peace ✌️
My point is: Apple doesn't release products with no meaning, or target user. Everything is done for a reason.
So now for the 3 users. First, I'd like to note that I'm going to pick a product from each category: Desktop, Notebook, Tablet, and Smartphone. I'm not really going to include anything like an Apple TV or iPod because they don't apply to productivity as much as the others.
The first user is a graphic designer. Perhaps not too extreme, such as Justin Maller (my favorite, BTW), but someone who does a lot of graphic work. Sitting at their desk, you'd likely find an 5K iMac beefed up to the gills. This is because the iMac is tailored for that purpose, and now with 5K, most designers wouldn't pass that up. For a laptop, they might not have one, or perhaps a MacBook Air. They have a high-powered monster sitting on their desk; they don't need another. They'd use it when they go places, or when they choose to perform casual use. For a tablet, they might have an iPad Air, if only for the larger size. This might come in handy as far as planning goes. (Or, if you're like me, you ACTUALLY prefer paper when it comes to that kind of thing. Weird. I know). And for the phone, preference really takes it's place. If they're a fan of pixels and better pictures, they'll likely go with the 6 Plus though.
The second user is an Engineer. (Take that with a grain of salt. There are hundreds of different types of engineer) The engineer would most likely want to go with a Mac Pro, probably about midline (8 or 10 core). Most engineers who rely on their computers use programs that are thirsty for CPU power. Whether it's CAD or Coding, power is always good. And depending on the profession, they'll like to accompany the Mac Pro with a 4K monitor for increased viewing capacity. As far as a portable goes, a 15" MacBook Pro would best suit their needs. This is for two reasons. (1) is that they will need power, and if they're looking to go portable, the MacBook Pro is the best option. (2) Everybody who gets a lot of work done on computers can benefit from multiple workhorses. With a beastly Mac Pro leading the pack, complete with a trusty MacBook Pro at your side, you're ready to get a LOT of work done. On the tablet end, an Air 2 is definitely the way to go. Again, the more power, the better. And it's hard to pass up 18% thinner chassis , given that when you're probably lugging around enough equipment to outweigh a pack of elephants, every gram counts. Then, in my opinion, an iPhone 6 would be sufficient. Since you would have a lot of other options as far as devices to get things done on, I don't see it too necessary to have more there.
The final user is someone such as myself! The studious type that has a geeky side that appreciates power. But, the thing is, there's a lot of people like me! In fact, I'd wager that most "normal" people are that way. For the desktop, I ideally might choose a 21.5" iMac, IF anything. Reason being, I don't need a ton of power. Or pixels, for that matter. The iMac can still get a lot of things done, and it's quite the looker, but in my case, it may not even be necessary. And that poses two paths. If I were to have an iMac, I'd easily choose a MacBook Air as my notebook. If i opted out of the iMac, I'd go with a MacBook Pro (non-retina). This way, either way I have portability, and I have power. The only deciding factor is how much power, and how portable it needs to be. For myself, I opt for the second path, if only because portable power means a lot to me. So does hard drive capacity, thus the reason I would get the non retina. (Coming Soon: Why Buying a non-retina MacBook Pro is still a great option). For the tablet, I'd choose the iPad Air. Not the two... Reason being, I don't need that much power, and the original iPad Air suits my needs perfectly. (In fact, if the Weebly app weren't buggy, I'd be using it right now). And for the smartphone, I would actually go with the iPhone 6 Plus. I do love to take pictures, and I do love pixels. Having that large canvas wherever I go without having to lug around my iPad is freedom to me.
That about does it for todays edition! What rendition of the Apple ecosystem would you prefer? Feel free to leave it in the comments down below! I bid Power 2 YOU!
Peace ✌️