A Microsoft spokeswoman said that her company will comply with the request. Intel had no comment, while AMD told Mr. Ames that it is simply looking for the same type of documents it had already requested from other companies. However, Mr. Ames pointed out, some of those firms are resisting the requests. AMD is seeking…
Apple Letter Upsets Third Grader
Instead of a response from Mr. Jobs, she received a form letter from Appleis law department informing her that the company does not accept unsolicited ideas, and also told her not to send any more suggestions. Appleis Web site explains the company policy, and also offers a Web page with links to feedback forms. Sheais…
Protection Pack for MacBook Pro
The hand rest is made from soft PVC leather, and uses a reusable adhesive so you can remove it for cleaning. The keyboard cover is a washable microfiber material that also works as a screen cleaning cloth. The Protection Pack is available in sizes for the MacBook Pro, and 12, 15 and 17-inch PowerBook models.…
DEVONtechnologies Apps Get Universal Binaries, Maintenance Updates
Other changes in DEVONthink Personal 1.97 and DEVONnote 1.9 include easier to use import and index options, a redesigned search window, and revised and simplified preference panels. DEVONthink Personal also offers searching for items by labels, lock status, or state and Finder comment recognition when indexing files. Both applications offer performance improvements as well. The…
Find Internet Hotspots Wherever You Go
Hotspot Locator Dashboard widget because it handles two tasks for me: It finds the Internet hotspots for the area Iim traveling to; and it also shows me the hotspots that are within range of my powerbook, along with their signal strength and whether or not they are password protected. JiWireis Hotspot Locator widget shows if…
Podcast - Mac Geek Gab #47: Dave Survives Boot Camp
Show notes for TMO To Go: Mac Geek Gab For April 10th, 2006 Direct Links: MP3 Version or AAC Enhanced Version (courtesy of Michael, aka Computernap!). Dave (with his MacBook Pro) has survived Apple’s Boot Camp and he and John discuss his experience and what it means to you, and even more listener feedback is…
Apple: Boot Camp Does Not Void Warranty
The rumors have been circulating around Appleis Boot Camp support discussion boards, and may have started as a misunderstanding in the companyis retail stores.
Boot Camp Used to Load Windows Vista on MacBook Pro
Although many experts thought that booting an Intel-based Mac with Windows Vista wouldn’t be possible, an adventuresome soul has managed to do just that. OSx86 Project forum member AirmanPika has posted images and talks briefly about what works and what doesn’t. Apple’s new Boot Camp made the installation possible, but not without a few problems.…
Apple Sets Up Invest Firm in Tax-Free Nevada
Apple Computer has gone to Nevada , but not on an iPod-funded gambling spree in Las Vegas; BusinessWeek reported this week that Apple has set up a wholly-owned subsidiary to manage its investments in Nevada. According to the story, Braeburn Capital was incorporated October 5th, 2005 in Reno Nevada — about 3 hours from Cupertino…
Analyst: 'Boot Camp to be Catalyst for the Halo Effect'
Mr. Munster shared tables that show how an increase in Appleis market share will impact Mac shipments, revenue derived from its computer division, and EPS (earnings per share). He projects that market share could reach 3.5% this year, which would result in just over 8 million Macs sold, an extra US$3 billion in revenue, and…
Apple Creates Braeburn Capital to Manage $8.7 Billion Stash
Mr. Hesseldahl said that an Apple spokesman told him “Braeburn will function as a regional treasury office, on par with existing offices in Cupertino, Singapore, and Cork, Ireland. He declined to comment on the tax implications or elaborate on Braeburnis investment plans.” Apple is also looking for senior and junior financial officers who would report…
TMO Quick Tip - Make Your Own Alert Sounds
One of the great things about your Mac is that it’s easy to customize settings and make it a reflection of who you are. One area that’s a little limited, however, is the selection of alert sounds. Here’s how to roll your own alert sound using the tools your Mac already has: GarageBand and iTunes.…
Analyst: 'Boot Camp May Accelerate Mac Market Share Gains' [UPDATED]
Piper Jaffray analyst Gene Munster said in his brief research note: “We believe Apple will gain share in the PC market in CY06 and Boot Camp may serve to accelerate these market share gains.” In reaction to the news, Mr. Munster said: “Many potential first time Mac users have been reluctant to make the move…
Apple Stock Up on Boot Camp News
Boot Camp will be a feature in the next version of Mac OS X, Leopard, which should be available some time between near the end of 2006. Apple stock is currently trading at US$64.66, up 3.49 (5.51%). <!–#include virtual=”/includes/newsite/series/stockwatch.shtml”–>
Apple Stock Ends the Day Up Nearly 10%
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Apple Tradmark Suit Ready for Next Phase
Testimony in the Apple v Apple trademark case may wrap up as early as Wednesday, and the move on to the Judge for a decision. Depending on the decision, Apple Corps could then ask for damages against Apple Computer. Apple Corps contends that Apple Computer is violating an agreement from 1991 that prevents the computer…
The Devil's Advocate: MacWindows: The New Trojan Wars
In trying to make some sense of Apple’s joining BAPCo, a Windows benchmarking group, I’ve been thinking history may be repeating itself. The great Trojan war, as everyone probably recalls, was waged because a beautiful woman, Helen, was swifted away from her people. As is not uncommon when issues stemming from affairs of the heart…
Podcast - Mac Geek Gab #46: Life on the Road with the Intel MacBook Pro
Show notes for TMO To Go: Mac Geek Gab For April 4th, 2006 Direct Links: MP3 Version or AAC Enhanced Version (courtesy of Michael, aka Computernap!). Back from his trip, Dave talks about life on the road with the Intel MacBook Pro; the conversation of keyboard shortcuts and keyboard control continues; the cable vs. DSL…
Hidden Dimensions -- Apple's focus vs. Vista Vision
And it comes from saying no to 1,000 things to make sure we don’t get on the wrong track or try to do too much. We’re always thinking about new markets we could enter, but it’s only by saying no that you can concentrate on the things that are really important. — Steve Jobs to…
TMO Quick Tip - Email URLs In Safari
Emailing a Web page URL to a friend directly from Safari is pretty easy to do in Tiger, but takes a little bit of prep work in Panther. Either way, you can make Safari create a new email message with the URL already included, ready to send. In Tiger, choose File > Mail Link to…
Blog Highlights Image Loading Problem in Tiger Version of Safari
DrunkenBlog had previously posted about what he called the Safari Image of Doom, although he said that this problem isnit exactly the same as the last one. (That offending image isnit included in the post; itis on a separate page.) “Belay the hysterics,” he wrote, “but do take it seriously. I wouldnit be the least…
Jobs pays $295M Tax Bill on Vested Shares
Steve Jobs let Apple Computer use 4.5 million of his recently vested 10 million stock shares to cover his tax liability earlier in March. His tax bill on the shares totaled US$295.7 million. According to AppleInsider, the procedure Mr. Jobs and Apple used to pay the taxes due is called a “net-share settlement,” which lets…
Massive 1.10 Update Adds Major Features to World of Warcraft
Some of the specifics of the update: New high-level armor sets: Blizzard has introduced entire new "rare" armor sets for all of the character classes. These armor classes are a combination of rare and epic-quality items, and are largely better than the "Dungeon Set 1" sets (i.e. Wildheart, Beaststalker, Shadowcraft, etc.) previously available. The new…
