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February 2007 |
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Thursday, February 22 |
Review: Core 2 Duo MacBook (Black)
InfoWorld - "MacBook is a popular first purchase for professionals switching from Windows, and it's easy to see why. It is compact and affordable, yet travel-hardened and loaded with features. Its 64-bit dual-core CPU, glossy display and 802.11 draft-n WLAN are state of the art, making MacBook's value outstanding. OS X Tiger with iLife '06 give MacBook the finish it needs to be the quintessential mainstream commercial notebook for Windows switchers and those professionals seeking to upgrade from 12-inch PowerBook and iBook"
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Wednesday, February 21 |
MaxProtect sleeve released for MacBook, MacBook Pro
 Macworld - "MaxUpgrades has released MacBook and MacBook Pro-compatible versions MaxProtect, a protective bag. It costs $26.99 to $28.99 depending on sizes. Already available for iBooks and PowerBooks, the MaxProtect is made of visco-elastic memory foam, which MaxUpgrades says is resistant to impacts and shock. The MaxProtect features thick foam padding throughout, and sports a two-zipper pull-apart design. A handle maxes it easier to carry."
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Monday, February 19 |
How to Upgrade a Core Duo-based MacBook to Support WiFi 802.11n
HardMac - "With the introduction of AirPort Extreme 802.11n base stations, Apple announced that the majority of its current machines are compatible with the draft of that standard via a drive update. On the other hand, the MacBook and MacBook Pro Core Duo aren't likely to get compatible Airport modules. For Apple, these machines are condemned to always remain at 802.11g."
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Thursday, February 15 |
Apple Releases Security Update 2007-002
 Apple has released Security Update 2007-002 via Mac OS X's Software Update utility and on the Web. According to the company, Security Update 2007-002 is recommended for all users and improves the security of the following components: CoreServices, iChat and UserNotificationCenter. The update for Intel-based Macs weighs in at 6.6MB and can be found...
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Wednesday, February 14 |
Leather U-Suit protects MacBook
 Macworld - "iShoppo.com has announced the release of Uniea's Leather U-Suit, a protective leather covering for the Apple MacBook available in four different colors. The Leather U-Suite costs $69.99. The Leather U-Suit comes in blue, grey, red and white. It features a soft outer texture and a rigid ABS plastic material inside to protect the MacBook's case from damage. It's lined with soft material to prevent your MacBook against getting scratched."
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Friday, February 9 |
Fastmac intros TruePower battery for the MacBook
 Fastmac today announced the first & only high capacity, extended life battery upgrade for Apple's 13-inch MacBook computer. Available in matching white or black colors, the new 60 Whr battery uses Lithium-Polymer cells (with integrated charge indicator LEDs) that are manufactured to the highest quality standards and utilize TruePower technology to provide a safe computing experience. Fastmac's TruePower battery for the MacBook is scheduled to ship within 30 days and is available for pre-order from the Web site for an introductory price of US$99.95...
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Thursday, February 8 |
Review: Techshell MacBook Cover
 The Mac Observer - "The Techshell is just one in a long line of protective cases for the MacBook, but this one differentiates itself by being simple, clean, and easy to use. It is so simple, in fact, that it's easy to forget that it is there. The Techshell is a protective plastic shell that is form fitted to the MacBook. It includes a top and bottom piece with cutouts for every port, the optical drive slot, case vents, and the battery power level button. It simply snaps on - no adhesives or tools required."
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Tuesday, February 6 |
Sprint to offer EV-DO Rev. A card for MacBook Pros
Macworld - "Novatel Wireless on Tuesday announced that their Merlin EX720 ExpressCard will soon by available from U.S. cell phone service provider Sprint. The card will cost $179.99 with a two-year service agreement and it's expected to ship in late February. The Merlin EX720 ExpressCard fits the ExpressCard/34 expansion slot on the side of Apple's MacBook Pro laptops, and works with Mac OS X v10.4 or later (as well as various versions of Windows). It sports a dual-band flip-up antenna."
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Friday, February 2 |
The Great Vista/Mac Showdown: Unboxing the ThinkPad X60 and MacBook Pro
ZDNet - "There is a long process between the decision to buy a computer and actually starting it the first time, before anyone gets the chance to murmer "Wow" over the technology itself. There is the handing over of the boxed computer to the customer, paying for the system (all the while the customer gazing at it, for this is the first experience of ownership and where the seeds of buyer's remorse can take hold), driving home or back to the office, and then, opening that box. Throughout that time, the packaging is the only message available to reinforce the value of theApple excels at portraying quality in its packaging and the experience of opening a product, an art most PC makers don't understand. purchase and build excitement and enthusiasm in the new owner."
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