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Core 2 Duo MacBook Today?
AppleInsider is reporting that Apple's MacBook notebook could be upgraded to Core 2 Duo processors this week. World of Apple believes that the day for such an announcement will be today, World of Apple received confirmation from a tipster that new manufacturer part numbers had…
nVidia Acquires PortalPlayer
nVidia Corp. said month that it had signed an agreement to acquire PortalPlayer in a cash fro stock transaction. The terms which have been approved by the Board of Directors of both companies , nVidia stated that it will pay $13.50 in cash for each…
Apple Announces Availability of 8GB RED iPod nano
Last month Apple released a 4GB version of the iPod nano in red, to help fight AIDS/HIV in Africa. Today Apple has announced the availability of an 8GB model for $249 (£169). “Customer response to the iPod nano (PRODUCT) RED Special Edition has been off…
Apple Employees to Receive Christmas Gift
Yesterday Apple employees received an email from Apple CEO, Steve Jobs. The email promised a new 2nd generation iPod shuffle to every full and part time employee of Apple including those in Retail Stores. The expected time frame for delivery is the end of November.
In Brief: Aperture 1.5.1 Released, Updated Digital Camera RAW Support, X11 Update
Aperture 1.5.1 Update - 125MB Aperture 1.5.1 addresses numerous issues related to overall reliability and performance in all areas of the application, including: Keywords Loupe Cropping Previews Metadata presets Versions File renaming iPhoto Library import Watermarks Aperture 1.5.1 addresses more than 100 issues related to…
Apple Makes Reference to Touch-Screen iPod? [Update]
It has been noted on the Mac Rumors forums that in a recent update to a Developers PDF, Apple has made mention of a "touch-screen" iPod. Reference to touch-screen iPod The update appears to have been made on the 17 October this year, it is…
Xcode Tools Receive Update
Apple has release Xcode 2.4.1 , the update addresses several issues in DWARF (Debug With Arbitrary Record Format) debugging and improves overall stability and security. It is recommended that all Xcode users install this update. The update is available to members of ADC.
iTunes Latino Now on iTunes Store
Apple today announced the availability of hundreds of thousands of Latin and international music tracks, as well as top Latin music, music videos, television shows, audiobooks and podcasts. iTunes Latino on the iTunes Store “We’re thrilled to offer customers their favorite Latin music and video…
In Brief: ATI x1900 for PCI-e Macs, iSights Shipping Again, Core 2 Duo MacBooks Tomorrow?
ATI x1900 for PCI-e Macs ATI has announced the availability of the x1900 G5 Mac Edition for PCI-e equipped Macs (i.e. Dual-Core G5s). The card is equipped with 256MB of VRAM, two dual-link DVI ports, and an S-Video connector. No pricing was available from either…
Apple Updates iTunes
Apple has updated iTunes to version 7.0.2. The update which is available from Apple's website or via Software Update is 25.7MB in size. iTunes 7.0.2 adds support for the Second Generation iPod shuffle and addresses a variety of stability and performance issues found in iTunes…
Apple Updates Boot Camp
Boot Camp, the software that allows users to install and run Windows on Intel Macs has been updated to version 1.1.2. The update which is available from Apple's website contains the following changes; Support for the latest Intel-based Macintosh computers Easier partitioning using presets for…
Apple Store Coming to Scotland
One source has written an interesting piece concerning a potential spot for an Apple Store in Glasgow, Scotland. Potential spot for future Apple Store in Glasgow, Scotland World of Apple cannot confirm that the source is accurate but the details certainly appear believable. The report…
In Brief: iPod shuffle Now Shipping, RED nano in High Demand, Leopard at MWSF?
iPod shuffle Now Shipping Forums around the web were buzzing this morning as rumours spread that Apple's second generation iPod shuffle was finally shipping to customers. Most who ordered shuffles around its date of release are seeing estimates for delivery of November 3. The new…
In Pictures: MacExpo 2006, RED iPod nano, Regent Street Store Renovations
World of Apple has added three more galleries to our extensive library this weekend. MacExpo London 2006 MacExpo 2006 took place between the 26-28 October at Olympia in London. We snapped some shots of the show floor, it was reasonably small with Apple holding a…
In Brief: 15.4-inch MacBook, NASDAQ, 8 Core Mac Pro By Year’s End?
15.4-inch MacBook DigiTimes is reporting that Foxconn will begin production of "a 15.4-inch MacBook model for Apple for the first time, with shipments to commence in May 2007." It is unclear at the moment whether this is simply confusion with the 15.4-inch MacBook Pro. NASDAQ…
DVD Studio Pro Update Posted
Apple has released an update to its leading DVD authoring software. The update which applies to DVD Studio Pro pushes it to version 4.1.1 and is 2.3MB in size. The update can be downloaded from Apple's website or via Software Update. DVD Studio Pro 4.1.1…
Apple Updates .Mac Webmail
As reported last month, Apple has update its .Mac webmail interface. Introducing the next generation of webmail. With its smart use of the latest web technology, the new .Mac webmail will remind you of the Mail application on your desktop. You'll feel right at home…
Apple Releases MacBook SMC Firmware Update, Address Random Shutdowns
Apple today released an update for the MacBook SMC Firmware, the update weighs in at under 1MB and is available via Apple's website and Software Update. The SMC Update improves the MacBook’s internal monitoring system and addresses issues with unexpected shutdowns. This update is recommended…
Greenpeace Shunned from MacExpo London
Environment protection group, Greenpeace has reportedly been forced to close its booth at MacExpo in London. The show organisers claim to have received complaints from "unamed sources" According to eye reports Greenpeace was handing out flyers, challenging Apple to "go green." "This reaction is totally…
In Brief: Final Cut Express Update, iPod shuffle Restore Utility
Final Cut Express HD 3.5.1 - 14.5MB Final Cut Express HD 3.5.1 addresses compatibility on specific hardware. iPod shuffle Reset Utility 1.0 for Mac/Windows - 2.1MB (Mac) , 1.3MB (Windows) The iPod shuffle Reset Utility restores First Generation iPod shuffle. The restore process completely erases…