On Annoying Startup Chimes

Wed, 06 May 2009 14:07:14 +0000

I like my MacBook well enough, but it certainly does have its share of issues. One such bile-inspiring misfeature is that it sees fit to loudly blare its “I’m a Mac!” chime every time you turn the thing on. According to those in the know, this is actually a feature to let you know the computer started properly. Hmm, I see a big Apple logo, screen is on, I think it’s started. So, Mr. Computer, how about making the big ugly noise when you know it isn’t working instead, and save us the ear strain the other 99.9% of the time? Did they really think no one would want to use the laptop in, say, a library, or a classroom?

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On Annoying Startup Chimes