01-09-2012, 02:41 AM
Like a lot of people, when it comes time to replace our main living room TV (we got it in 2007, and it will, eventually, plasma being what it is, need replacing) I would certainly consider it.
I expect if they produce one, it'll be hyped and discussed and panned and praised, but based on Apple's record of success, be hard to dismiss. And will hopefully elevate the playing field, as they've done with other markets.
Navigating content on TVs, as it stands now, leaves a lot to be desired, I agree with the above, it's more complicated and less satisfying than it should be, and particularly aggravating for older consumers who don't feel it should be an advanced project, just to see and enjoy what's on. There's no unifying theme, generally each component has its own rules and methods. Even programming a Universal Remote is a chore.
And among those of us with more experience with it, more patience, and we're used to it, we probably don't even realize how poorly navigation interfaces for TVs have advanced, compared to how it could be. If any manufacturer can produce a an elegant solution that feels more natural and is more gratifying to use, Apple is as well positioned to do it as anyone.
I expect if they produce one, it'll be hyped and discussed and panned and praised, but based on Apple's record of success, be hard to dismiss. And will hopefully elevate the playing field, as they've done with other markets.
Navigating content on TVs, as it stands now, leaves a lot to be desired, I agree with the above, it's more complicated and less satisfying than it should be, and particularly aggravating for older consumers who don't feel it should be an advanced project, just to see and enjoy what's on. There's no unifying theme, generally each component has its own rules and methods. Even programming a Universal Remote is a chore.
And among those of us with more experience with it, more patience, and we're used to it, we probably don't even realize how poorly navigation interfaces for TVs have advanced, compared to how it could be. If any manufacturer can produce a an elegant solution that feels more natural and is more gratifying to use, Apple is as well positioned to do it as anyone.