If you use either Windows 10 or macOS Sierra and you have been curious about the other party, or even if you are just considering an upgrade, you have come to the right place. Two weeks ago, I wrote an article comparing a the two most widely used consumer-oriented desktop operating systems. The article explored differences in the way that the two companies addressed … [Read more...]
Windows 10 vs macOS Sierra: Part 1 – User Interface & Artificial Intelligence
The conflict between Apple and Microsoft is an age-old affair - one that has been perpetuated by the supporters of either platform for the better part of the twenty-first century (and the tail-end of the twentieth). In fact, the enmity between their fans is only eclipsed by that of Android and iOS supporters. Sites like Macworld and Windows Central regularly publish … [Read more...]
Innovation Vs Tradition : What Does The User Really Want?
We here – you, me, that other guy reading this article – we follow technology. We are probably reading a few tech blogs. Probably we all tried a pre-release software a few times, just because we were curious. Me, personally? I’m a geek with that stuff. My browser is always in beta. I jump to the next version of software as soon as I have an opportunity. Even system updates … [Read more...]
Open Data: Blurring The Lines Between The Real And Virtual Worlds
Last week, my six-year-old daughter and I were leafing through a magazine when suddenly, excited to see a page full of colorful tea party imagery, she did her usual iPad pinch-to-zoom gesture directly on the pages. Needless to say, I was highly amused as she grinned sheepishly while acknowledging her oversight. This led me to realize just how fast technology is evolving … [Read more...]
Wireframing And Storyboarding With PowerPoint & PowerMockup
Wireframing has become an integral part of developing websites and software applications. It is a quick and easy way to visualize user interface ideas and discuss them with others. “Fail fast, fail early, fail often” is the mantra here: You get your ideas in front of the relevant stakeholders as soon as possible, gather their feedback and then iterate toward a solution … [Read more...]
Windows 8 vs. Windows 7 – Speed And Performance Testing
Released on the 26th of October 2012, Windows 8 was Microsoft's response to the increase in the huge popularity of operating systems in a short period of time. Almost 3 months on, Windows 8 is attracting individuals spanning over every age group. We have heard much about the new user interface, including that it is disappointing. At this point we feel that initial … [Read more...]