I think Apple is letting things slide a bit. I bought this computer to replace an older model, another Mac, which was becoming very slow. I am reasonably satisfied with the newer version but not overwhelmed. For an Apple product it is not particularly user friendly. I don't think Apple is as cutting edge or progressive as it once was under Steve Jobs. The company may be resting on its laurels. I think once this machine has lived out its useful life I will likely switch back to a PC.