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Apple Releases MacBook Air Software Update (TechyBoys.com)

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 05:37:52 GMT

Appple on Friday released an update for its MacBook Air notebook. The update weighs in at just 368KB, so it’s a very small download.

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DealNN: iPod gear, MacBook Air (MAC News Network)

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 20:25:00 GMT

Today's deals at DealNN include the JBL Radial Micro iPod docking speaker system from J&R.com for $120, and the iHome under-cabinet iPod stereo player for $30 from CircuitCity.com. Abt.com is offering the 160GB iPod classic for $332, which is $17 less than the list price of $349. A refurbished MacBook Air with a 1.6GHz processor, 2GB of RAM and an 80GB hard drive is available from the Apple...

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MacBook gets MacBaked (Macenstein)

Tue, 26 Aug 2008 18:48:56 GMT

I’ve always found Apple’s laptops to run fairly warm and never felt the need to pre-heat mine, however a certain “Mr. Kidd” apparently felt otherwise. “Here’s a fun one. My buddy Kidd left his laptop in his oven while away - you know, in case of break-in or fire, it’d be safe. We’re all [...]

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MacBook and MacBook Pro release cycle analysis - September 2008 updates likely (Switch To A Mac)

Tue, 26 Aug 2008 17:50:00 GMT

Whenever someone considers purchasing something new one of the initial reactions is to determine if the current model(s) will be updated in the near future. This true for automobiles, gadgets, electronics and of course computers. This post will provide insight into how Apple updates and refreshes their line of Macintosh computers with particular emphasis on the MacBook and MacBook Pro...

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MacInTouch: Apple: MacBook Air Update (mac.ro)

Tue, 26 Aug 2008 13:11:39 GMT

"addresses issues with video playback and processor core idling"

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New iPods coming September 9th, but no new MacBook? (iTWire - Latest Headlines)

Tue, 26 Aug 2008 10:46:55 GMT

The entire iPod range revamped, a new 'stick' iPod, lower prices and of course iTunes 8: all are likely to see the light of day on September 9th. But what about the new MacBook? Kevin Rose is best known for being the founder and site-architect of social news service Digg. But Rose is also becoming almost as well known for getting the inside edge on forthcoming Apple product launches.So when...

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Two New MacBook Air Compatible Processors (HardMac.com)

lionel@macbidouille.com (Lionel) — Tue, 26 Aug 2008 09:03:26 GMT

Intel announced two new Core 2 Duo models for its small die processors line which are compatible with the MacBook Air. The SP9300 will be clocked at 2.2690 GHz, while the SP9400 will top at 2.4 GHz. They could end up in the future revision of the MacBook air if Apple can manage their TDP of 25 W vs. 20 W for the current CPU installed in MacBook Air. Cupertino will have to play...

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New MacBook Pro: a possible design (News Of Techie)

Tue, 26 Aug 2008 09:00:07 GMT

The future look of MacBook Pro? Judging from the creator became inspired by the MacBook Air (mutuandone the keyboard) and the MacBook (mutuandone corners softer and presumably the magnetic lock). The result is respectable, pleasant and at the same time in line with what could actually be achieved (at least aesthetically): compared with rumors circulating in [...]

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iPods, Notebooks, and… iMacs before the Holidays? (iPod Reviews Blog)

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 21:55:25 GMT

AppleInsider recaps many of the circulating rumors which expect both iPod and Mac notebook updates in September. Some rumors have pegged September 9th as the possible day for at least some of the updates.The iPod Nano and iPod touch are expected to see revisions, and long standing MacBook and ...

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Apple iPhone 3G gains 24k gold bling (Phones Review)

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 15:22:07 GMT

Fancy a bit pf iPhone Bling? They’ve already given a MacBook Pro gold and iMacs too, and now Computer Choppers has set their eyes on the Apple iPhone 3G and dripped it with a touch of shine. Apparently though, because of the poor quality of the plastic used on the Apple iPhone 3G it has taken [...]

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Live From Woodstock (We Like It Raw)

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 19:07:55 GMT

One of my more recent travel adventures brought me to Woodstock, NY. That’s right, I said Woodstock… you know I’m a hippie at heart. Just a modern day iPhone-talking, MacBook Pro-walking hippie. Hosts The hosts for my adventures in Woodstock...

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Apple iPhone 3G Now in Kolkata (Kolkata Chinese Community Blog)

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 14:27:49 GMT

Apple iPhone 3G is now in kolkata !! Thought of gettin’ it to sync with my macbook but unfortunately it’s way too overpriced at Rs 36,100 for the 16GB model and and Rs 31,000 for the 8 GB by Airtel and Vodafone. Anyway here are some of the iPhone Features: SMS: Yes MMS: No Email: Yes Bluetooth: Yes Infrared: No Wi-fi: Yes 3G: [...]

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Samsung's Black Edition Credit-Card Sized 1.8-inch HDs Are Tiny, Shiny [Storage] (Gizmodo)

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 14:40:00 GMT

Samsung's taking its large-capacity 1.8-inch HDs (found inside the Macbook Air, iPod, etc) and throwing them into this sleek bus-powered credit-card-sized casing, which looks to be about as small a...

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Making Peace with GIMP (O'Reilly Digital Media Blog)

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 11:00:00 GMT

I sorted through the various versions of the GIMP bitmap editor available for the Mac last week. This week, I report on what I found after playing with GIMP on my slightly underpowered Macbook. The results were good. In fact, very good IMHO.

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Rumormill churning out new material - claims Apple will update almost everything in Sept. (Apple Gazette)

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 12:25:20 GMT

The rumor mill is starting to get its wheels spinning as the month of September rolls on closer. Now there is word circulating that Apple letting select retailers know that they should hold off before placing orders for Mac Minis, Macbook Pros, and Cinema Displays. First, it should be mentioned that rumors for almost EVERY [...]

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Samsung Reveals Tiny, Credit Card-Sized Hard Drive (Gadget Lab)

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 12:19:40 GMT

A new credit card sized USB drive from Samsung has shown up in China. The tiny 20GB hard drive comes in the same 1.8 form found inside media players and the MacBook Air. Apparently it is very quiet, and draws...

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John Mayer Laptop Bag, The One Bag You Won’t See Jennifer Carrying (Chip Chick)

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 08:18:43 GMT

He may be getting some flack for the while “Maniston” faux pas but if you still heart John Mayer you can schlep around the John Mayer Incase Vertical Sling Laptop Messenger bag. It will hold your 15” Macbook Pro or 13” MacBook and even some oldies like the iBook or Powerbook. You know how much [...]

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Opinion: After the Core 2 Duo chip, what's next for Apple laptops? (Computer World)

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 05:22:44 GMT

It's expected that Apple will, sometime in the next month or so, unleash updated MacBook and MacBook Pro laptops -- maybe even a new MacBook Air. As processors get faster, do they threaten to undermine desktop sales?

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Review Shootout: Laptop Bags for Light Computing (PaulStamatiou)

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 03:27:40 GMT

Living the cloud life is only part of the equation; traveling light and easily being able to move your workspace from your home to class, a coffee shop, a coworking space or office are just as important. That’s why I use a MacBook Air and that’s why I’ve gotten my hands on some fine examples [...]

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Samsung’s 1.8" 120GB Glossy USB Drive Spotted in China (Today's Review)

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 00:01:43 GMT

1.8″ hard drive capacity hasn’t quite caught up with that of 2.5″, but at least Samsung has broken through the 100GB barrier with the its SpinPoint N2. Besides begging Apple to buy a million of these for future iPod classic and MacBook Air, Sammy is also pushing the drive in Chinese market. It doesn’t appear [...]

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