alt Hacker NewsThe Mac Studio has two of 6 TB/USB-C ports on the front, and has since inception.
So does the Mac Pro (well technically they're on the top now) and has on most models since the G5 PowerMac 20 years ago; The single model without front/top ports was replaced in 2019.
So does the Mac mini has two front facing ports now.
So your complaint is essentially about the extremely minimalist, consumer-oriented iMac, or maybe older Mac minis.
Ok. Don't buy an iMac or an old Mac mini then.
When you plug in a USB stick, surely you want it on the front? Do you get around this with an adaptor or something?
My use case seems common. The bulk of my usage of their desktops was during the ultra minimum list era that you mention. I mostly love their machines but some of the form-over-function is rough.
Presumably Pros don’t need access to the power button either.