Archive: May 2006 — page 2
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Apple Counter Sues Creative
It appears that on the same day that Creative filed a suit against Apple, Apple filed a suit against Creative. On May 15 Apple filed the suit with a Wisconsin District Court claiming that Creative infringes on four patents related to the iPod. "Creative proactively…
Fifth Avenue Store Press Conference
As reported late last week a press conference has been held in the brand new Fifth Avenue Apple Store today, finishing just a few minutes ago the press were treated to a tour of the new store. The store features a 32-foot glass cube, and…
Apple Announces Final Cut Express HD 3.5
Today Apple announced the release of Final Cut Express HD 3.5. In a Press Release Apple said: “Final Cut Express HD 3.5 is the total movie making package with many of the same tools the pros use at a price designed to appeal to aspiring…
Fifth Avenue Cube Unveiled
In typical Apple fashion the Glass Cube at the new Fifth Avenue Apple Store has been unveiled at the last minute. IFOAppleStore writes a typically excellent piece on the unveiling: Fifth Avenue Apple Store Glass Cube in all its glory. The black plastic wrapping has…
Mac OS X 10.4.7 Reaches Developers
Pre-release copies of Mac OS X "Tiger" 10.4.7 have made it to Apple developers sometime over the last few days, the builds labelled "8J111" and "8J2111" for PPC and Intel respectively will be the seventh update in just over a year. Release notes of the…
Firmware Updates for Early Intel Macs
Apple today released firmware updates for Intel versions of the iMac, MacBook Pro, Mac mini (early 2006). Mac mini (early 2006) SMC Firmware Update - Under 1MB The SMC Firmware Update addresses intermittent boot issues with the Mac mini (Early 2006). MacBook Pro SMC Firmware…
Black MacBook Images Begin Internet Circulation [Update x2]
With today's release of the Black MacBook notebook which is already being dubbed the BlackBook, Apple has made some design changes to the machines. The new MacBook features a completely magnetic latching system as well as featuring MagSafe, the keyboard has been redesigned and has…
Discovery Channels Come to iTMS
As of today content from the Discovery Network will be available on the US iTunes Music Store. "Now, new possibilities are opened for people who want to use Discovery's high-quality knowledge-rich content on the go, while we also promote Discovery's television networks," said Don Baer…
MacBook Pro Receives Quiet Speed Bump [Update]
Apple today quietly bumped the processor speed of its MacBook Pro line with the price points remaining unchanged. The MacBook Pro line-up consists of the following: 15.4" 2.0Ghz Core Duo, $1,999 (£1,399) 15.4" 2.16Ghz Core Duo, $2,499 (£1,699) 17" 2.16Ghz Core Duo, $2,799 (£1,899) IN…
Apple Releases MacBook
Apple today released the long anticipated MacBook computer, the successor to the iBook. The new Black MacBook As expected the MacBook comes with a 13-inch widescreen display and is available in Black and White. 1.83GHz White MacBook $1,099 (£749): 13.3-inch glossy widescreen 1280 x 800…
Zen Maker Files Injunction Against Apple
Creative Technology on Monday filed a complaint with the U.S International Trade Commission seeking an injunction that would prevent Apple from importing iPods from its overseas manufacturers. In the filing Creative requests an investigation into whether Apple Computer has violated Section 337 of Tariff of…
iLife 06 Updates
Apple has made updates to its iLife 06 suite of applications available via Software Update. iMovie HD 6.0.2 - 7.0MB This update to iMovie HD 6 addresses issues with PAL audio and displaying iLife Sound Effects automatically in its iLife Media Browser. It also improves…
Apple Music Revenue Could Grow to $15 Billion by 2010
The independent research and consulting provider Generator have published a report showing that Apple's music business could more than double in the next 5 years. For the year ending September 2002 music was only 2.6 of Apples total revenue but as of September last year…
Reports of iPhone Said to be “Guesswork”
Responding to rumours that spread late last week Softbank Corp has issued a statement calling such rumours "guesswork at best" The rumours consisted of a report from the Nihon Keizai Shimbun saying that President of Softbank and CEO of Apple Computer had met up to…
MacBook Accidently Posted to Apple Front Page? (Fake)
An image is circulating on the internet that supposedly purports the front page of Apple.com advertising the new MacBook. The image could have easily been faked but recent rumours have predicted that the MacBook could be released any day now. A screenshot supposedly showing the…
His Life Inside AppleCare
Adam Knight has written a lengthy article about his life at AppleCare, a very good read. Almost makes you feel bad for shouting at those on the other end of the phone.
Softbank and Apple Partnership Will Bring an iPhone?
Softbank Corp and Apple are said to be planning to develop a mobile phone with iPod like functionality and have the ability to download songs directly from the iTunes Music Store. The Nihon Keizai Shimbun is reporting that Softbank President and Apple CEO have met…
“We are Apple”
A video has appeared on YouTube from the 1984 Shareholders meeting where the first Macintosh was shown to those closest to Apple. This video is simple inspiring...
The Great Wall of Mac minis
Brian of FreeMacBlog.com has posted a very impressive collection of Apple boxes, consisting of over 100 Mac mini boxes. He was offering a prize for the first to name every box in the picture, the prize has been nabbed already, shame that.
Apple to Hold Special Event Next Thursday?
AppleInsider is reporting that Apple is set to hold a "special briefing" in the brand new Fifth Avenue Store next Thursday at 10AM ET. Although the story is still developing it appears that the invites are welcoming members of the press to come and have…