Apple's Website Features Fictional 'Severance' Computer: A Retro Design Study, Not a Product

Apple playfully integrates a fictional computer, the Lumon Terminal Pro from the series 'Severance,' into its official Mac lineup, showcasing a retro-futuristic design with thick bezels and a trackball. Despite its appearance alongside real Macs, it's not for sale; clicking it leads to a behind-the-scenes video. This raises the question of a potential retro-inspired Mac. Apple rarely rehashes old designs, favoring forward-thinking aesthetics. A retro Mac would contradict Apple's design philosophy of sleek, lightweight devices. Custom hardware and specialized manufacturing would lead to a high price tag, appealing only to a niche market, not Apple's core audience.