The speculation is over. Those of us expecting touch-screen iPods, PDAs, Apple phones or even an Apple TiVo were left a little disappointed.
Taking the stage at today’s announcement, CEO Steve Jobs said, “We’ve got some fun things to introduce today. Sort of medium-scale things.”
As soon as Jobs said “medium-scale things” I knew everyone with high hopes for today’s announcement probably felt a pit in their stomach.
After all the hype around Apple’s invitation to see some “fun new products,” Apple only announced an Intel-based Mac ($799) and a high-end speaker, the iPod Hi-Fi ($349). Apple also announced some expensive leather iPod cases ($99).
Did today’s “fun new products” announcement really require a special event? Usually Apple just adds minor new products to their website and issues a few press releases.
Anyone else feel underwhelmed?
Frank Wilson is a retired teacher with over 30 years of combined experience in the education, small business technology, and real estate business. He now blogs as a hobby and spends most days tinkering with old computers. Wilson is passionate about tech, enjoys fishing, and loves drinking beer.
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