Archive: March 2007
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Apple Hints at Quad-Core Processors
Following last months slip up MacTechNews.de recently noted of another mistake on Apples behalf. Apple's Creative Suite 3 promo page showing hint at future Quad-Core processors On Apple's Creative Suite 3 promo page the company wrote: Every new Mac features powerful dual-core or quad-core Intel…
Airport Base Station Update 2007-001
Apple has released an update for both Mac ( 12.7MB ) and Windows ( 5.0MB ) updating the AirPort Utility, AirPort Disk Utility, AirPort Disk Agent and AirPort Admin Utility. The AirPort Base Station Update 2007-001 includes general fixes and compatibility updates for the following…
iTunes Store Introduces "Complete My Album"
Apple has today introduced a new feature to the iTunes Store. The feature called "Complete My Album" allows customers to turn their individual tracks into a complete album at a reduced price by giving them a full 99 cent credit for every track they have…
New Version of Boot Camp Adds Vista Support
Apple has released a new version of Boot Camp for download. Boot Camp 1.2 brings multiple updates and enhancements as well as Windows Vista support. Support for Windows Vista (32-bit) Updated drivers, including but not limited to trackpad, AppleTime (synch), audio, graphics, modem, iSight camera…
In Brief: Files on Apple TV Hint at DVR Functions, 3D Interface for Leopard?
Files on Apple TV Hint at DVR Functions As exploration of the Apple TV continues some users have come across a set of Automator actions that appear to point towards a future implementation of DVR functions. Automator Actions on Apple TV Most of the actions…
Cingular Receives 1 Million Enquiries Regarding iPhone
Cingular Wireless the mobile sector of AT&T has revealed that it has received about 1 million requests for information regarding the Apple iPhone. "One million people have asked us to call when this phone is available," said AT&T CEO Randall Stephenson in a speech at…
Mac OS X 10.5 Due Next Month at NAB?
T3.co.uk claims to have a man with the finger on the pulse who says that Leopard is tracking for an April release. According to the "well placed source" not only is Leopard heading for a NAB release but so are eight-core Mac Pros. No mention…
Leopard Reaching Final Stages of Development
AppleInsider reports on a Wall Street analysts approach to the mass consensus that Apple is behind schedule on its next operating system, Mac OS X 10.5. American Technology Research analyst Shaw Wu has gone on the offensive against a DigiTimes report that Apple is behind…
In Brief: Logic and Final Cut Crossgrades Removed, UK Set to Receive Two Further Apple Stores
Logic and Final Cut Crossgrades Removed It has been noted by multiple readers that Apple appears to have pulled Logic 7.2 crossgrade and Final Cut crossgrades from the online Apple Store. Both products are expected to see refreshes in the very near future. Final Cut…
Apple Says Leopard Not Delayed
Contrary to reports released on Friday Apple has stated that Leopard won't be delayed and will ship in Spring as targeted. Jupiter Research analyst Michael Gartenberg questioned Apple on the matter, and was told that the report was incorrect. Gartenburg stated, "The rumor mill is…
Apple TV: Podcast Showcase, Upgrades and Hacks
Apple Offers Podcasting Showcase Apple has compiled a selection of podcasts aimed at users of Apple TV, Apple describes the selection as "podcasts that can make your television shine". On a similar note Macworld.com reports that Sony will join the iTunes Store with several television…
Leopard Delayed Until October?
Notoriously inaccurate DigiTimes.com is reporting that Apple may be delaying the release of Leopard until October of this year. The publication attributes such a lengthy delay to Apple's plan to have Leopard support Windows Vista through an integrated version of Boot Camp. "Boot Camp is…
World of Apple 2.0
As some of you may have noticed we finally made the move to World of Apple 2.0, I made a mention of the new site back in April last year , and just under a year later we're ready for prime time. The new site…
Apple TV to be Sold in Best Buy, Manual and Documents Revealed
News.com has revealed that Apple TV will be available in all 822 Best Buy stores in the U.S. starting Tuesday. The initial shipment will be 3000 units, but even this allows Best Buy to put Apple TV on sale a full two weeks before any…
Apple TV Reaches Consumers Hands and Mossberg Weighs in on Hype
Apple TV units have begun reaching the hands of consumers today, of note Apple also accompanied its earlier press release by updating the Apple TV technical specification page . The new specs show that Apple TV can cope with the following; Video - H.264/Protected (content…
Apple TV Shipping, Officially Confirmed
Apple has confirmed in a press release that the Apple TV is officially shipping from the online Apple Store. “Apple TV is like a DVD player for the Internet age—providing an easy and fun way to play all your favorite iTunes content from your PC…
Apple Preparing iMac Re-Design?
AppleInsider reports that Apple has given Jonathan Ive and his team the task of cutting the fat from the current iMac line-up. Apple last replaced the design of its flagship product in August 2004 at MacExpo Paris, when it transitioned from the famous iMac G4…
“Lights, Camera, Apple” Invites Sent Out for NAB Event
As rumoured just a few weeks ago , Apple has officially sent out invitations to select members of the media. The invite is for a special event to be held at NAB on the 15th April 2007. NAB 2007 Special Event Invite The invite can…
Apple TV Begins to Ship [Update x2]
Many customers who purchased an Apple TV are reporting that their credit cards have been charged by Apple and that online tracking pages are showing "ready for shipping." Apple TV shipping dates were announced back in early January at MacWorld 2007, originally the unit was…
In Brief: Apple to Open Rome Store March 31? First Batch of iPhone Components Shipping? QuickTime Gains HD Export
Apple to Open Rome Store March 31? Setteb.it reports that Apple's first Store in mainland Europe will open on March 31. The reports points towards the Director of the RomaEst Shopping Centre who claims that the brand new shopping centre will open March 31. The…