Before working at Small Dog, I had never been surrounded by so many Apple computers. Sure, growing up I played Lode Runner on my family’s Apple IIc, and my middle school had its share of turquoise iMac G3s, but I had always considered myself a PC guy, proud of my custom towers that I built with my dad.

It really wasn’t until I unpackaged my first iPhone that I was converted to an Apple fanboy. For many, the iPhone has been a gateway product into the world of iOS and then OS X, and before you know it, your house is filled with AirPort Extremes and Thunderbolt Displays.

I really can’t complain. Having hardware and software that’s designed to communicate with one another has made life easier. With upcoming product launches, Apple is looking to improve the seamlessness of their computers and devices more than ever. I really can’t wait.

At times like these, I start shifting my attention towards Apple news sites like MacRumors to keep up on what may or may not be in the development pipelines. Sure, they are rumors and sometimes they prove to be false, but I can’t help but get excited over the next big item from Apple.

Stay tuned for a lesson on your Mac’s sleep mode and an article on your privacy and how to stay anonymous on the web.

– Mike D
miked@smalldog.com