MetaFilter posts tagged with macintosh and osx

Interfacing as humanly as possible

lonemantis — Thu, 24 Jan 2008 19:25:24 -0800

I'm not a computer programmer, but I love the thought and artistry that go into [computer] application design. Just browsing through Apple's latest HIG (Human Interface Guidelines) leaves me awestruck as to how much experience has been amassed and is used in order to design and execute a streamlined operating system. Abstract concepts like metaphors, user's mental model, perceived stability, and modelessness are transparently integrated into our everyday actions. It is often the little things which make all the difference. And sometimes the simplest actions we perform seem really complex when explained. Who knew there were this many buttons? On a related note: David Pogue at TED sings and talks about human interface inconsistency. Finally, I hope Apple will take to heart many of John Siracusa's thoughts regarding improvements to OS X. The inconsistent Finder and the horrid behavior of the Dock, to name only two... I love my Mac.

Peanut Gallery: DIY MST3K

mcwetboy — Wed, 14 Jun 2006 05:22:10 -0800

Peanut Gallery: DIY MST3K for OS X. OMFG! Via DF.

It's Konfabulous!

padraigin — Thu, 20 Feb 2003 22:12:06 -0800

Konfabulator For Mac users (OSX), desktop widgets of a cute and useful nature. Create your own if you're so inclined; they'll add it to the gallery. Keep track of weather, the latest Homeland Security Department alert level, sports scores, your iTunes status--all in a tiny little application.

Brilliantcrank — Tue, 12 Sep 2000 13:00:51 -0800

OS X had better kick ass. For me this is Apple's final curtain call. I have been a life-long, devoted follower of the Great Apple and now it is time my devotion paid off. Cool hardware is great Steve, now lets see the goods on the inside.