3 ms·
There is no reason apart from Apple's closed-source restrictive software policies that the device is nowhere near as useful as it could be.
by Daishiman 2y ago
There is no reason apart from Apple's closed-source restrictive software policies that the device is nowhere near as useful as it could be.
- linguae 2y agoAgreed. The iPad, from a hardware point of view, is a close approximation to Alan Kay's Dynabook concept (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dynabook https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dynabook). It's a shame that iPads are so locked down; I'd love to use an iPad with an unrestricted operating system. I have a Microsoft Surface 7 Pro. Even though Windows is not my favorite operating system, I enjoy using the hardware. I'm also looking forward to Framework's upcoming 12" convertible tablet; I also have a Framework 13 laptop.
- intrasight 2y agoPricing will be key for that Framework 12. I hope it's competitive. Like ~$600.
- pjmlp 2y agoIf it doesn't fit you, don't buy it only to complain. There are other vendors with more open experiences. If those vendors actually get enough market share, maybe even Apple might adopt them. Exactly like they did with keyboards, pen, and windows management, that came before on PC and Android tablets.
- Daishiman 2y agoIf the largest vendor of computer hardware on the planet purposely locks down its devices for no apparent consumer benefit then informed users have every right to complain to the less informed how this harms the entire market in the long run.