Posted on February 18th, 2007 by Simon
AppleInsider is knocking them out of the park with yet another huge rumor, this time of a new subnotebook on the way from Apple. Yes, we’ve heard it before, and details are still scarce, but AI is usually pretty accurate with their rumors and they seem quite sure that we’ll see this product sooner […]
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Posted on February 15th, 2007 by Simon
By now, you’ve likely read at one site or another that a publication is spreading the rumor of a 15-inch MacBook to bridge the gap between the current MacBooks and the low-end MacBook Pro.
DigiTimes, the publication in question, isn’t exactly known for its accuracy, with a string of inaccurate rumors related to Apple in recent […]
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Posted on February 13th, 2007 by Simon
BookEndz, longtime maker of the popular docking stations for Apple portables, has announced they’re expanding their lineup to include a model for the 13-inch MacBook. Their docking station provides your MacBook with all of the ports found on the machine, including ethernet, modem, FireWire, USB, audio in, audio out, as well as full-size VGA […]
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Posted on February 11th, 2007 by Simon
Fastmac, makers of numerous high-capacity batteries for Apple portables, have announced they’re expanding their line into replacement batteries for the MacBook. The batteries, which are 60 watt hours, come in both white and black to match either MacBook and have integrated LEDs, just like the original battery. One benefit of Fastmac’s batteries is […]
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Posted on February 2nd, 2007 by Simon
That’s looking very likely, according to Think Secret. Rumors are floating that production of Apple portables with LED LCDs could begin in the second quarter, with the MacBook and 15-inch MacBook Pro likely to be the first models to see the new technology. There are currently only two portables using LED LCDs, one […]
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Posted on January 29th, 2007 by Simon
If you’re one of the MacBook owners who has had issues with fraying or breaking of their MagSafe AC adapter, it looks like Apple is admitting it wasn’t your fault. A post onDigg says that Apple is taking back the broken AC adapters and sending out newer replacements that are more durable. At […]
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Posted on January 28th, 2007 by Simon
Moving up the technology food chain, Macworld has a nice video review of the new ModBook from OWC and Axiotron. If you’re interested in a tablet Mac, this is the next best thing to seeing it at MWSF.
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Posted on January 28th, 2007 by Simon
Not your traditional sleeve, Uniea has an interesting accessory for the MacBook. The leather U-Suit attaches to your MacBook’s casing to give it a suit of armor, with a scratch resistant interior and rigid plastic for protection from falls or other accidents. Additionally, the U-Suit is designed for easy on and off and […]
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Posted on January 28th, 2007 by Simon
Apple has released AirPort Extreme Update 2007-001. The software update, for Core Duo-powered MacBooks and MacBook Pros, addresses a security vulnerable that Apple describes thusly:
An out-of-bounds memory read may occur while handling wireless frames. An attacker in local proximity may be able to trigger a system crash by sending a maliciously-crafted frame to an […]
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Posted on January 10th, 2007 by Simon
Axiotron and Other World Computing have revealed their mysterious ModBook, showing off an impressive twist on the stock MacBooks from Apple. Here’s the word from the companies:
MacWorld Expo, San Francisco, CA January 10, 2007 — Axiotron, Inc. together with its exclusive US Distributor Other World Computing (OWC) today unveiled the ModBook™, the first ever […]
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