Wednesday, May 31, 2006
The High Tech Hall of Shame?
We have a lot of great tech toys these days, but not every technological product can be a winner. We have seen quite a number of really bad ones, some REAL losers. And we all have had some of these (come on, don't lie). PC World has compiled a very nice list of the The 25 Worst Tech Products of All Time. Take a look back, if you dare!
Update: Ok, it is not all that bad. I have found another list by PC World, The 100 Best Products of the Year. Now this is a "juicy" list!
Update: Ok, it is not all that bad. I have found another list by PC World, The 100 Best Products of the Year. Now this is a "juicy" list!
MacUpdate
Have you ever felt like there was a Mac app "out there" that would solve your current situation? Whether it is pictures, music or an internet task, there is a great place to go for help. The site I am talking about (and one I recently was reminded of) is MacUpdate. It has everything, from freeware to demos to updates. And covering all kinds of tasks. They even have available an app to keep all your software up-to-date!
Macintosh's Witnesses
Watch out Windows fans, Macintosh's Witnesses are out and are coming for you!
Thanks Joy of Tech, you've done it again!
Thanks Joy of Tech, you've done it again!
Wednesday, May 24, 2006
Firefox Themes for OS X
Check these great themes for Firefox 1.5 specially designed for OS X. They look so nice and clean! I really like the brushed metal (like Safari). Get yours here>>
Widget Watch: iStat pro and nano updated
Updated widgets! I have not downloaded the new versions yet. (I will have to wait until I can get on my happy iBook!) These widgets are truly a "must-have" for your mac.
Read more>>
Read more>>
Tuesday, May 23, 2006
RapidWeaver 3.5 Release Date
Finally a release date has been announced for RapidWeaver 3.5. Too bad I will have to wait to check it out since I will be on my way to Mexico...See when it is due.
Apple and Nike Team Up to Track Your Run
Let your iPod Nano not only motivate you with nice tunes, but now you can be the first on your block to let it track your workout. Apple and Nike have teamed up to tune and track your runs! A soon to be released Nike iPod shoe and gear provides this functionality. Take a look>>
Monday, May 22, 2006
Steve Jobs CNBC Interview, 5th Ave. Apple Store
Friday, May 19, 2006
Pictures from Apple's Fifth Ave. store
Take a look at Apple's newest store. It is in NYC, never closes, and looks amazing!
UNIX Tips for Mac OS X
Wednesday, May 17, 2006
RapidWeaver 3.5 Interface Preview
Version 3.5 of RapidWeaver looks really sweet! Can't wait until it is released. See for yourself....(just another teaser, brought to you by Realmac software.)
Apple's MacBook sports user-replaceable hard disks
Interesting point made by AppleInsider. Now users can upgrade/replace their own hard disks on the MacBooks. Much better then sending off your machine for this (and not having it for weeks).
Mac OS X 10.4.7 to tackle mail and browser issues
Tuesday, May 16, 2006
The MacBooks are here!
After waiting...and waiting...they are here! Read the short form at macosXrumors.
or check it out for yourself at the Apple store.
or check it out for yourself at the Apple store.
Monday, May 15, 2006
Boing Boing has a widget !
Order a pre-painted Mac mini case
If you are tired of the white case that it ships with, you can now turn your mac mini into a color...they even send you a video showing you how to swap out the white one for your fancy new color. Read more>>
Rapidweaver 3.5 coming soon
Version 3.5 is almost here, here is a tidbit of what will be in the new version.
Sunday, May 14, 2006
Firefox 2 Browser Will Offer Web Search Suggestions (and More)
Apple posts QuickTime, Security and Front Row updates
Three new updates on Mac OS X’ Software Update utility. QuickTime comes in version 7.1, FrontRow is updated to 1.2.2 while a Security Update labelled “2006-003″ is also available.
QuickTime 7.1:
QuickTime 7.1 delivers numerous important bug fixes and addresses critical security issues. This update is highly recommended for all QuickTime 7 users.
Security Update 2006-003:
Security Update 2006-003 is recommended for all users and improves the security of the following components.
AppKit
Bom
CFNetwork
CoreFoundation
CoreGraphics
curl
Finder
Flash Player Plug-in
ImageIO
LaunchServices
Mail
Preview
QuickDraw
Ruby
Safari
securityd
For detailed information on this Update, please visit this website: http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=61798.
Front Row 1.2.2:
Front Row 1.2.2 delivers a variety of fixes for better reliability and compatibility when playing music, photos, and videos on your Macintosh.
Bugs fixed in 1.2.2 include:
- Addresses bugs that prevented song shuffling within playlists
- Front row no longer says the server was not found when its waiting for a large movie trailer or long shared video to load
- Corrects bugs that prevented authorized Audible Audiobooks from playing
- Fixes a variety of DVD compatibility issues
- Purchased movies located in the Movies folder are now correctly recognized
- Includes a variety of fixes for VoiceOver accessibility
- Fixes a bug that prevented Front Row from reconnecting to shared video libraries after wake from sleep.
QuickTime 7.1:
QuickTime 7.1 delivers numerous important bug fixes and addresses critical security issues. This update is highly recommended for all QuickTime 7 users.
Security Update 2006-003:
Security Update 2006-003 is recommended for all users and improves the security of the following components.
AppKit
Bom
CFNetwork
CoreFoundation
CoreGraphics
curl
Finder
Flash Player Plug-in
ImageIO
LaunchServices
Preview
QuickDraw
Ruby
Safari
securityd
For detailed information on this Update, please visit this website: http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=61798.
Front Row 1.2.2:
Front Row 1.2.2 delivers a variety of fixes for better reliability and compatibility when playing music, photos, and videos on your Macintosh.
Bugs fixed in 1.2.2 include:
- Addresses bugs that prevented song shuffling within playlists
- Front row no longer says the server was not found when its waiting for a large movie trailer or long shared video to load
- Corrects bugs that prevented authorized Audible Audiobooks from playing
- Fixes a variety of DVD compatibility issues
- Purchased movies located in the Movies folder are now correctly recognized
- Includes a variety of fixes for VoiceOver accessibility
- Fixes a bug that prevented Front Row from reconnecting to shared video libraries after wake from sleep.
The truth about switching
Tuesday, May 09, 2006
When will the MacBook Come?
Rumors have been flying about the release of the MacBook (Intel iBook). And everyone was pointing to today as the day. But come the end of the day, no MacBook. What gives?
More at macosXrumors.
More at macosXrumors.
iTunes Starts Selling Fox TV Shows
Sunday, May 07, 2006
Even Garfield has an iPod!
Today's Garfield shows America's favorite fat cat jamming to some interesting tunes.
G4 and G5-optimized Firefox 1.5.0.3 now available
Saturday, May 06, 2006
The Genius of Apple's Stores
Reported at Wired:
The iPod is always cited as key to its maker's recent success, but there's another factor that's often overlooked: Apple's hip, high-street stores. Commentary by Leander Kahney.
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The iPod is always cited as key to its maker's recent success, but there's another factor that's often overlooked: Apple's hip, high-street stores. Commentary by Leander Kahney.
Read Full Story>>
Friday, May 05, 2006
Pod CityGuides
Reported at tuaw.com:
"If you love to travel and you love your iPod, Pod City Guides are just the thing for you. Using the Notes feature of your iPod the Pod CityGuide gathers together information about attractions, lodging, and restaurants about 300 cities world wide.
Perfect for the iPod toting globetrotter and they are free to boot."
"If you love to travel and you love your iPod, Pod City Guides are just the thing for you. Using the Notes feature of your iPod the Pod CityGuide gathers together information about attractions, lodging, and restaurants about 300 cities world wide.
Perfect for the iPod toting globetrotter and they are free to boot."
Dell Wants to Sell OSX PCs
Briefly: MacBook's day this coming Tuesday
Reported by Think Secret, "...sources have nailed down next Tuesday, May 9, as the introduction day for the Intel-based laptop" (iBook). Read full report.
New iPod ad online
New iPod ad available online. It is a little trippier than the other iPod ads, and it features Love Train by WolfMother.
Thursday, May 04, 2006
You Can Never Say Enough Nice Things About a Mac
Great "Forward Thinking" article on Macs and "our" love of Macs
by Michael J. Miller.
Come on, join the cult of Mac!
by Michael J. Miller.
Come on, join the cult of Mac!
Wednesday, May 03, 2006
New Mac Ads
Apple's newest advertising campaign pokes fun at the PC....and I love just love it! See them all at the Apple website. (Thanks to Luke for the heads up)
Apple Renews Flat-Rate iTunes Music Contracts
