John Gruber 5/5/2026

★ Software as the Product of Obsession Times Voice

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This article reflects on the concept of 'Obsession Times Voice' from a 2009 talk, applying it to independent software developers who prioritize quality and artistic vision. It contrasts this with the declining UI design from major companies like Adobe (Spectrum) and Apple (macOS Tahoe), criticizing their disregard for established design principles and cross-platform sameness. The author argues that remarkable software gems now come from small independent developers, while large firms produce increasingly poor user interfaces despite their market dominance.

★ Software as the Product of Obsession Times Voice

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