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A Closer Look At Apple’s Icons: Secret Messages & Easter Eggs

Written on July 27, 2009 by Chris Ryan and 18 people have commented

Last week, we discussed the evolution, rhyme and reason behind some of Apple’s icons since the public release of OS X in 2001. This week, we’re going to take a closer look at some of the “Easter eggs” that are hidden in these icons.
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The Pursuit of Perfection: Hidden Gems in Apple Design

Written on July 15, 2009 by Chris Ryan and 63 people have commented

If you ask any of the Apple “fanboys” in the world why they are so devoted to Apple, at least one of the reasons you will hear is that Apple “sweats the small stuff” that really proves their dedication to user experience and attention to detail. Here’s a few of my favorites, covering Apple’s attention not just to their hardware and software, but even the product packaging. See how many you may have noticed before, and feel free to add your own that I might have missed in the comments below.