540: The Points Don’t Matter

Passkeys

Apple's adoption of passkeys marks a significant shift in security measures, aiming to replace traditional passwords with a more secure alternative. John Siracusa shares his experience with passkeys, noting their integration into iOS, iPadOS 17, and Sonoma betas, although he hasn't fully transitioned to using them exclusively 1. He explains the potential for passkeys to simplify security by reducing the risk of forgetting passwords, as they can be recovered similarly to forgotten passwords 1. Marco Arment appreciates the improvements in automatic certificate management, which have reduced his reliance on Keychain Access 2.

   

macOS Updates

Recent updates to macOS, particularly in Sonoma, have brought significant improvements to the notification center. John Siracusa highlights the re-engineering of the notification interface, which now functions more reliably and supports desktop widgets 3. He mentions the introduction of Chrono D, which enhances the notification center's performance by focusing solely on view placement 3. Casey Liss also praises Apple's documentation efforts, noting the detailed guidance provided for the Vision SDK, which includes sample apps and explanations of their development process 4.

   

Future Tech

The potential future of Apple's technological advancements sparks intriguing discussions. Casey Liss speculates on the possibilities of Apple's expansion into automotive technology, questioning the feasibility of an Apple car but acknowledging the advancements in hardware and software that could support such endeavors 5. Meanwhile, Marco Arment shares his positive experience with Rocket Money, a finance app that helps manage subscriptions and expenses, highlighting its efficiency in identifying forgotten subscriptions and saving money 6.