Is my vision that bad? No, it's just a bug in Apple's Calculator (martin.wojtczyk.de)

Article summary

The author of the article discovered a bug in Apple's Calculator app where some digits in the binary display section are off by one pixel. The issue seems to occur after the app has been open for a long time. The author initially thought it was a vision problem, but after investigating, realized it was a bug. The author plans to report the issue to Apple via their feedback system.

Main themes

• Apple Calculator bug
• UI rendering issues
• Feedback and bug reporting
• MacOS and app stability
• Linux as an alternative

What commenters say

• The bug in Apple's Calculator app is likely due to a compounding error from long usage, similar to issues seen in other apps like Notes.
• Some users have experienced similar issues with Apple Notes, including copying random text and poor rendering, which can be resolved by restarting the app.
• The issue may be related to kerning or font rendering, but it is not a typical kerning problem, which only affects left-right spacing between characters.
• Linux is a viable alternative to MacOS for desktop and laptop use, with some users recommending specific Linux-friendly devices like Lenovo ThinkPads or System76 laptops.
• The build quality of Lenovo laptops can vary, with ThinkPads generally being more robust than IdeaPads, but still offering good value for the price.
• Some users have had positive experiences with Linux on laptops, including good battery life and performance, especially with AMD processors.
• The Apple feedback system can be difficult to find and use, but it is available through the Apple website or via Spotlight search on MacOS devices.