Macs have had the ability to run unsigned code with no hindrance for ages. There even were numerous software products that modified the system itself. None of t

Macs have had the ability to run unsigned code with no hindrance for ages. There even were numerous software products that modified the system itself. None of this was "tarnishing Apple's precious image". Moreover, back before Apple started notoriously enforcing app signatures requiring a $99 annual fee, people used to love Macs more. They enjoyed the experience of being able to run whatever the hell they wanted on a device they own.