10.30.2006 Apple Releases Boot Camp 1.1.2 beta
Apple releases Boot Camp 1.1.2 Beta
Two Finger Scrolling and Two Finger Right Click on MacBook (Pro) Trackpad is now enabled for Windows XP.
Boot Camp 1.1.2 beta provides updated driver support Intel-based Macs including the newly released MacBook Pro Core 2 Duo.
Boot Camp 1.1.2 beta weighs in at 143MB while Boot Camp 1.1.1 weighs in at 186MB
From Apple:
Changes in Boot Camp 1.1.2 beta
Boot Camp 1.1.2 beta contains several updates and is intended for all new and previous Boot Camp beta users.
Boot Camp 1.1.2 beta includes:
- Support for the latest Intel-based Macintosh computers
- Easier partitioning using presets for popular sizes
- Ability to install Windows XP on any internal disk
- Support for built-in iSight cameras
- Support for built-in microphones
- Support for the Apple USB Modem
- Trackpad scrolling and right-click support on Apple Laptops
- Improved Apple keyboard support including Delete, PrintScreen, NumLock, and ScrollLock keys
- Improved International Apple keyboard support
- Download Boot Camp 1.1.2 beta
Important note:
It is recommended to uninstall the previous ”Macintosh Drivers” before installing ”Macintosh Drivers 1.1.2 beta”.
Download Apple Boot Camp 1.1.2 beta
10.26.2006 Apple is officially rolling out the new .Mac Webmail interface
The new .Mac webmail message - October 2006
Click on the picture for larger image
If you have .Mac account, just log in to your .Mac webmail.
Read more here.
Get .Mac from Amazon.com (<$80)
Get .Mac from Apple Store
Features of the new .Mac webmail
* Drag-and-drop functionality
* A message pane
* Quick Reply
* Address Book integration
* Message previews
* Message flagging
* Keyboard shortcuts
List of supported browsers:
Mac OS X
* Safari 1.2 or later
* Firefox 1.0.4 or later
Windows
* Firefox 1.0.4 or later
* Internet Explorer 6 or later
10.26.2006 MacBook SMC Firmware Update 1.1 to Address Unexpected Shutdown
Apple posts MacBook SMC Firmware Update 1.1 to address issues with unexpected shutdowns.
http://www.apple.com/support/downloads/macbooksmcfirmwareupdate11.html
Download MacBook SMC Firmware Update 1.1 (<1MB)
From Apple:
MacBook SMC Firmware Update 1.1
About this update
The SMC Update improves the MacBook’s internal monitoring system and addresses issues with unexpected shutdowns. This update is recommended for all MacBook systems, including those that received warranty repair.
Note:
If your MacBook is running Mac OS X 10.4.6, you won’t be able to install the SMC Update until you update to Mac OS X 10.4.8.
MacBooks running Mac OS X 10.4.7 will be able to download and install the SMC Update, so it is not essential that you update your system software, although Apple always recommends updating to the latest version of the system software.
After this update has completed successfully, your SMC Version will be: 1.4f12.
http://www.apple.com/support/downloads/macbooksmcfirmwareupdate11.html
10.25.2006 Apple Releases iPod shuffle Reset Utility 1.0
The iPod shuffle Reset Utility restores First Generation iPod shuffle.
iPod shuffle Reset Utility is only for First Generation 512MB and 1GB iPod shuffle.
http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=303979
iPod shuffle Reset Utility 1.0 for Mac - download (2.1MB)
iPod shuffle Reset Utility 1.0 for Windows - download (1.3MB)
Use the iPod shuffle Reset Utility to fix the following issues:
- With the iPod shuffle switched on, pressing the Play button will cause amber and green LEDs to flash for a few seconds, and the unit will not play any music, nor can you sync music to it from iTunes.
- On a Windows PC, iPod shuffle will appear in My Computer as a “Removable Disk,” however the iPod shuffle volume will not mount correctly. The unit is listed in Device Manager under “Disk Drives” as “Apple iPod USB Device.”
- On a Mac, the unit will only be recognized in Apple System Profiler under Hardware -> USB and will not appear or mount in the Finder.
- When attempting to restore, the unit may not be recognized at all. However, if it is recognized, the restore may fail with an error dialog “Firmware update failure. Disk write error” or another error. It may take 3 restore attempts before the error appears. Note: iPod shuffle may take several minutes to be recognized.
http://www.apple.com/support/downloads/
iPod shuffle Reset Utility image ©2006 Apple Computer, Inc.
10.25.2006 Apple Posts Final Cut HD 3.5.1
Final Cut HD 3.5.1
Final Cut Express HD 3.5.1 addresses compatibility on specific hardware.
Macintosh computer with a PCI Express video card:
* iMac (iSight)
* Power Mac G5 Dual
* Power Mac G5 Quad)
http://www.apple.com/support/downloads/finalcutexpresshd351.html
To download the Update
Sign in with your Apple ID. Enter your Final Cut Express HD 3.5 serial number, then click the “Download Update” button to begin downloading the update.
10.24.2006 MacBook Pro Core 2 Duo and Magsafe Airline Power Adapter
Apple Releases MacBook Pro Core 2 Duo
http://www.apple.com/macbookpro/
From Apple:
MacBook Pro Notebooks Now Feature Intel Core 2 Duo Processors
The entire MacBook Pro line of notebooks now includes the new Intel Core 2 Duo processor and delivers performance that is up to 39 percent faster than the previous generation. All MacBook Pro models now offer double the memory and greater storage capacity than the previous generation, as well as a FireWire 800 port for connecting to high-speed peripherals. [Oct 24, 2006]
All MacBook Pro Core 2 Duo models (15″ and 17″) now sport Dual Layer DVD Burner and FireWire 800.
http://store.apple.com/1-800-MY-APPLE/WebObjects/AppleStore?family=MacBookPro
The MacBook Pro Core 2 Duo built to order options come with Dual Layer DVD burner, maximum of 3GB RAM, and up to 200GB SATA hard drive.
In addition to that Apple also offers Magsafe Airline Power Adapter (Part Number: MA598Z/A).
Magsafe Airline Power Adapter
Important notes:
- Using the MagSafe Airline Power Adapter provides power for your computer but does not charge the battery.
- The MagSafe Airline Power Adapter is not compatible with automobile power ports.
10.24.2006 Apple Store Product Updates - Macbook Pro Core 2 Duo?
04:30 AM
Rumor has it that apple will release MacBook Pro Core 2 Duo today. The Online Apple Store is being updated as of this posting.
10.23.2006 Apple iPod Turns Five Years Old
October 23, 2001
Apple CEO, Steve Jobs introduced the first Apple iPod with the tagline: “1,000 songs in your pocket”. It was a 5GB hard disk based portable digital music player (MP3 player). Apple iPod was not the first hard disk based MP3 player, but it was the first to be in a compact form. It was first using 1.8″ hard drive as opposed to 2.5″ and 3.5″ hard drives. Unlike any other models, the iPod utilizes FireWire connectivity for fast data transfer. It is also tighly integrated into Apple iTunes, the experience only Mac users could have at that time.
Shortly after the release of iPod, other manufacturers started releasing compact hard drive based MP3 players. None of thm could compete with the function and the style of iPod. There were two things that made iPod stood out:
* The iConic white color on its faceplate and the earbuds
* The ScrollWheel
The original 5GB iPod (the iPod classic) was priced at $399, a seemingly shocking sticker price. Apple only sold 125,000 units of iPod within the first two months of its introduction. Apple then released a 10GB model which was retailed for $499 a few months after.
Read more (http://37prime.com/ipodturns5.html)
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I am celebrating iPod fifth birthday by listening to music and Podcasts on the first iPod I bought back in 2001. It is the original iPod - an iPod classic.
10.17.2006 McAfee Offers Protections Against iPod Virus/Worm
McAfee releases iPod virus/worm removal tool hours after Apple announced the discovery.
Direct link for Stinger for W32/QQPass.worm and W32/Rjump.worm
http://download.nai.com/products/mcafee-avert/QQPass-RjumpStinger.zip
http://vil.nai.com/vil/stinger/default.aspx
http://www.apple.com/support/windowsvirus/
10.17.2006 Apple Warns off Small Number of Video iPods Shipped with Windows Virus
From Apple:
We recently discovered that a small number - less than 1% - of the Video iPods available for purchase after September 12, 2006, left our contract manufacturer carrying the Windows RavMonE.exe virus. This known virus affects only Windows computers, and up to date anti-virus software which is included with most Windows computers should detect and remove it. So far we have seen less than 25 reports concerning this problem. The iPod nano, iPod shuffle and Mac OS X are not affected, and all Video iPods now shipping are virus free. As you might imagine, we are upset at Windows for not being more hardy against such viruses, and even more upset with ourselves for not catching it.
Anti Virus for Windows Free Version
In general, Anti-Virus Free Versions are lacking features available in the Retail/Paid Versions
Anti Virus for Windows Retail Version
There are a lot more Anti-Virus software. Download the trial versions before you purchase one.
http://www.apple.com/support/windowsvirus/
Check our resources page for more utilities to protect your Windows Operating system.
http://37prime.com/resources.html
10.17.2006 Megadeth - Exposure Of A Dream
10.17.2006 Megadeth - Evolver
10.16.2006 One Week to iPod Five Year Birthday
October 23rd, 2001 Apple introduced a little device that plays MP3 called iPod. It was first released exclusively for Mac OS. No it was not the first hard drive based music player. It was the smallest of its kind at the time of the release. It soon became a hit among Mac users.
I preordered iPod the day it was announced. I was crazy enough to spend my money on a device that could only be used with a Mac, considering that I didn't even own a Mac at that time.
Here we are, almost 5 years to the day. So many different incarnations of the iPod brands, and the transistions of Macintosh platform from PowerPC to Intel.
I currently still own my iPod classic (as I would call it), an iPod mini, and an iPod shuffle. I also bought iPod photo which now belongs to a dear friend of mine. I have been pondering about buying newer iPods, but so far I have managed not to get one. I almost bought the seond generation iPod nano the day it was announced, but (un)luckily the Apple Store at Fashion Show in Las Vegas did not have it.
I will be posting more on my iPod classic throughout the week. Yes it is still working and I still got 4 to 6 hours of use out of it in one single charge.
To be continued
10.13.2006 Mystery of USB Over Current Notice on MacBook Pro
MacBook Pro Core Duo 2.0GHz
Belkin Multimedia Reader and Writer ExpressCard
To be continued
10.13.2006 Technical Problems with my Blog
For some reasons, my blog is not accepting any new entries. It's running WordPress. I'm working on it at this point.
10.13.2006 Metallica: The Videos 1989-2004
Metallica: The Videos 1989-2004 @ Amazon.com
From Metallica.com
Music video compilation on DVD to be released December 4/5, 2006!
Track listing:
One 7:41
Enter Sandman 5:28
The Unforgiven 6:21
Nothing Else Matters 6:24
Wherever I May Roam 6:05
Sad But True 5:26
Until It Sleeps 4:32
Hero Of The Day 4:30
Mama Said 4:51
King Nothing 5:26
The Memory Remains 4:37
The Unforgiven II 6:33
Fuel 4:35
Turn The Page 5:49
Whiskey In The Jar 4:43
No Leaf Clover 5:33
I Disappear 4:28
St. Anger 5:50
Frantic 4:55
The Unnamed Feeling 5:29
Some Kind Of Monster 4:28
Bonus
2 Of One - Introduction 5:43
One (Jammin' Version) 5:05
The Unforgiven (Theatrical Version) 11:29
Metallica: Some Kind Of Monster Film Trailer 2:27
10.13.2006 iPod nano (PRODUCT) RED™ Special Edition, 4GB
Choose the iPod nano (PRODUCT) RED Special Edition and Apple will give $10 of its purchase price to the Global Fund to fight AIDS in Africa.
10.10.2006 Google Docs & Spreadsheets: The Reincarnation of Writely
Google acquired Writely back in March 2006. Google has just relaunched Writely as Google Docs & Spreadsheets.
It is compatible with:
It is not yet compatible with Safari web browser on Mac OS X
10.10.2006 Microsoft Patch Tuesday, October 2006 - Fixing 26 Security Holes
It’s the second Tuesday of the month, Microsoft delivers total of 10 patches to fix 26 security holes.
http://www.microsoft.com/athome/security/update/bulletins/200610.mspx
The fixes are delivered for both Microsoft Windows and Office products.
6 Criticals, 1 Important, 2 Moderates, and 1 Low.
For more information:
http://www.microsoft.com/technet/security/current.aspx
http://www.microsoft.com/technet/security/bulletin/ms06-oct.mspx
Microsoft originally was going to deliver the fix for the VML security flaw today, but due to the pressure from the tech community, Microsoft delivered the VML Security patch earlier in September.
http://www.microsoft.com/athome/security/update/bulletins/200609.mspx
10.10.2006 Microsoft Releases Messenger 6.0.1 and Security Updates for Mac Office
Microsoft Messenger for Mac 6.0.1
Messenger for Mac 6.0.1 makes it easy to take advantage of the full power of instant messaging, and it is a Universal application built to run on both PowerPC-based and Intel-based Macs. If you encountered a sign-in issue with Messenger for Mac 6.0, you should upgrade to Messenger for Mac 6.0.1.
Microsoft Office 2004 for Mac 11.3.0 Update
Microsoft Office v. X for Mac 10.1.8 Update
This update contains several updates to enhance security and stability, including fixes for vulnerabilities that an attacker can use to overwrite the contents of your computer's memory with malicious code. In addition, this update includes all of the improvements released in all previous Office v. X and Office 2004 updates.
10.09.2006 Google To Acquire YouTube for $1.65 Billion in Stock
Google has confirmed the rumor of its acquisition of YouTube. The rumor has been circulating last week, and many analyst were dismissive about it.
YouTube is the most popular video sharing and posting site. Its bandwidth bill is estimated between 1 to 1.5 million dollars each month.
From Google Press Release:
The company will host a conference call and webcast at 1:30 p.m. Pacific Time (4:30 p.m. Eastern Time) today to discuss the acquisition. To access the conference call, please dial 800-289-0572 domestic and 913-981-5543 internationally. A replay of the call will be available until midnight Monday, October 16 at 888-203-1112 domestically and 719-457-0820 internationally. Confirmation code for the replay is 2260624.
A live audio webcast of the conference call will be available at http://investor.google.com/webcast.html.
http://www.google.com/intl/en/press/pressrel/google_youtube.html
10.08.2006 Dave Mustaine: "United Abominations" Aims for March 2007 Release Date
Megadeth's mainman Dave Mustaine mentions March 2007 release date for "United Abominations" during a live web-chat on Gigantour Forums. Naturally a tour supporting the album is also planned to be around the same time.
Excerpts from the chat:
Craigadeth: Dave is there a specific date for the release for UA yet?
megaman: we are looking at march of 2007
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coolguy67: Dave, when will the United Abombinations tour be announced?
megaman: we are kinda looking at March of next year.
Related news:
Megadeth plans to include a cover Led Zeppelin's "Out On The Tiles" for Japanese release of "United Abominations" . Dave Mustaine was reported to be tracking on the cover song during his Gigantour off days.
Complete Chat Transcript (free registration required):
http://forums.gigantour.com/showthread.php?p=52139
10.06.2006 Windows Vista RC2 is Available for Download
Download Windows Vista RC2 x86 and x64 versions:
English: http://download.windowsvista.com/preview/rc2/en/download.htm
German: http://download.windowsvista.com/preview/rc2/de/download.htm
Japanese: http://download.windowsvista.com/preview/rc2/jp/download.htm
If you need the PID/Serial Number check:
http://www.windowsvista.com/getready/preview.mspx
10.03.2006 DVD New Releases
10.03.2006 Stargate SG-1 - Season 9 Boxed Set
10.03.2006 South Park - The Hits, Vol. 1
10.03.2006 X-Men: The Last Stand
