After yesterday’s report that Apple could release an Intel-based Mac mini with DVR features and a built-in iPod dock comes news that they may also announce an Intel PowerBook in the same timeframe. In a note to clients Citigroup analyst Richard Gardner speculates that Intel PowerBooks could arrive in January, saying “we are becoming more […]
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ThinkSecret is reporting that Apple will announce an Intel-based Mac mini in January – presumably at Macworld Expo in San Francisco. According to the story, which I confirmed with another source, the new Mac mini will pack a bunch of new features not found in the original. In addition to being the first Macintosh to […]
Apple’s just-releasd Broadband Tuner allows you “to take full advantage of very high speed Internet connections that have a high latency (5 Mbps or greater). The installer tweaks some system parameters.” According the the Read Me file the program increases the default values for the size of the TCP send and receive buffers. The theory […]
In a previous blog entry, Herding video content for the iPod, I mentioned one of my favorite video podcasts—Tiki Bar TV. In my post I referred to Tiki Bar as a viral commercial “custom made for advertising to be placed in and around the programming.” The line was taken from a press release from another […]
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The Apple Core: Happy MacsGiving
If you’re looking forward to a relaxing Thanksgiving holiday with friends and family don’t forget about your Mac! Many people will leave their machines idle while enjoying turkey, football and stories with the family. Phooey. Here are some suggestions about things that you can do with your Mac over the Thanksgiving holiday. Read the rest […]