A user documented the process of manually filing the corners of their MacBooks to reduce sharpness. The post sparked significant discussion about Apple's industrial design choices.
Kent Walters published a detailed account of filing down the rounded corners on multiple MacBooks, citing discomfort from sharp edges during extended use. The modification involves gradual sanding to create smoother transitions on the aluminum chassis.
Walters' experience highlights ongoing criticism of Apple's recent MacBook designs, particularly the aggressive edge geometry introduced in recent generations. Users have reported similar concerns about the sharp corners causing discomfort on wrists and palms during regular typing and trackpad use.
The post gained traction on Hacker News, accumulating over 1,300 points and generating 630 comments within hours. Discussion ranged from ergonomic considerations to broader questions about whether manufacturers should prioritize aesthetics over user comfort in hardware design.
Apple has not publicly addressed the sharpness complaints. The filing approach represents a workaround users have adopted rather than a systemic solution from the manufacturer.
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