Use an extra Mac as an extra display
Written by Jacob Head   
Saturday, 10 March 2007

screenrecyclerAre you one of those people who has multiple Macs on their desks, but really only uses one of them? Admit it, you can't put that old iMac in the attic! Well, there’s no reason why you should let that extra screen go to waste. ScreenRecycler allows you to use any networked computer (yes, even a Windows PC) as a second display. The software is currently in free pre-release, so if you’ve got an extra computer laying around put it to use!

From the site: "Most Mac users have a spare computer sitting right next to their main computer on their desk including a nice display. ScreenRecycler now enables you to use this spare computer as second display for your Mac. You can even use an idle machine for that purpose. It’s like a dual monitor setup without the need to buy an additional monitor. Just start ScreenRecycler on your Mac then connect to ScreenRecycler via VNC from your old machine. Use any machine as additional monitor on your Mac!"

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FastMac announces PB/iBook G4 power adapter
Written by Jacob Head   
Saturday, 10 March 2007


FastMac Announces TruePower 65-Watt Power Adapter For PowerBook G4 and iBook

March 09, 2007

Salinas, CA – FastMac today announced the expansion of its TruePower line of power products with a 65-Watt AC adapter designed specifically for Apple PowerBook G4 and iBook laptops. The TruePower adapter provides constant wattage output that meets or exceeds Apple-Branded adapters. It features a built-in LED and a rugged compact design. It is compatible with all PowerBook G4 Titanium and Aluminum (12â€, 15†and 17â€) models as well as iBook G3 and G4s. The TruePower adapter will begin shipping next week. It is available for pre-order for a special introductory price of $35.95. It comes with a 1-year warranty and 30-day money back guarantee.

The new AC adapter compliments FastMac's growing TruePower line of power products including the longest-lasting iPod battery, the highest-capacity PowerBook battery, and the only third-party MacBook Pro battery available.

Compatibility

PowerBook G4 Titanium
PowerBook G4 Aluminum (12â€, 15â€, 17â€)
iBook G3 (White)
iBook G4

 

About FastMac

FastMac designs and manufactures innovative upgrade products that add value and extend usability of Apple Macintosh computers and iPods. FastMac's line of optical drives, CPU upgrades, and TruePower batteries are available through an international network of dealers, distributors, resellers and consultants. For more information, visit http://www.fastmac.com/.

Press Contact
Michael Lowdermilk
Business Development Manager
FastMac Performance Upgrades
1172 S Main St., Suite 243
Salinas, CA 93901-2204
Tel: 408-850-6233

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QuickerTek announces 802.11n upgrades
Written by Jacob Head   
Wednesday, 07 March 2007
 
WICHITA, Kan. --03/05/2007-- QuickerTek has just announced the
availability of 802.11n wireless upgrade cards for Apple Intel
MacBook, Intel MacBook Pro models and Intel iMacs. Users can choose to
buy the card and install it themselves for $149 USD, or send their
computer to QuickerTek to have the card installed for only $199 USD.

The latest 802.11n wireless network gear just announced by Apple has
left many users lagging in wireless performance options. This new
upgrade for QuickerTek customers allows MacBook and iMac users to stay
current with the benefits of the fastest wireless. These wireless
networking cards are made to the same specifications as the Apple
factory cards and install into the AirPort card slot. They work with
all 802.11/b/g/n WiFi equipment including Apple AirPort, AirPort
Extreme and the latest 802.11n version of AirPort Extreme introduced at
Macworld Expo.

The user-installed upgrade option includes the 802.11n upgrade card,
tools and illustrated installation manual - everything needed to
complete the upgrade at home.

The installation upgrade service is available using any shipping option
the customer chooses with shipping and handling charges added to the
$199 product cost. The nice part about this option is it allows the
customer to pay for the exact shipping speed and company they prefer.

Since this wireless upgrade uses standard parts, no drivers or other
changes need to be made, nor are additional steps required to use the
higher speed 'N' upgrade.

Compatibility
Intel, flat-panel iMacs
Intel MacBooks
Intel MacBook Pros

Like most QuickerTek products, the 802.11n wireless upgrade card itself
is backed with a one-year warranty on parts and labor. Additional
product information is found at
http://www.quickertek.com/80211N_upgrade.php.

QuickerTek has been a recognized leading innovator of antennas and RF
products for Apple Power Macintosh, Mac Pro, iMac PPC and Intel,
PowerBook, MacBook and MacBook Pro computers. QuickerTek products can
be purchased online at http://www.quickertek.com and from authorized
dealers at http://www.quickertek.com/vendors.php. While the N wireless
upgrade card itself is available through QuickerTek dealers, the N
Upgrade service is available only through QuickerTek directly.

For more information, contact:
QuickerTek, Inc.
7777 E. Osie Street, Suite 304a
Wichita, Kansas 67207 USA
1-316-691-1585 phone
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www.quickertek.com

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Sonnet unveils laptop sleeve
Written by Jacob Head   
Monday, 05 March 2007

"Apple® notebook computers are as beautiful as they are powerful, but their finish is far from bulletproof. Even so, many owners choose convenience over protection—MacBook, MaBook Pro, and PowerBook G4 notebooks often travel in a backpack or briefcase sharing space with an iPod®, phone, keys, and pens—leaving their pricey cargo vulnerable to scuffs and scratches. Choose convenience and protection—get 2fit. Stylish and practical, the Sonnet 2fit sleeve is a form-fitting cover that provides a durable layer of protection that helps prevent damage to your computer’s finish."

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Create bootable disks with ease
Written by Jacob Head   
Friday, 02 March 2007

"Do you have a shiny new flash drive, or multi use storage device in your pocket ? Now you can turn it into a Mac OS X diagnostic, repair, and maintenance tool. DasBoot allows you to take any third party boot CD (such as those shipped by SubRosaSoft.com Inc, Prosoft Engineering Inc, Alsoft Inc, or Micromat Inc) and quickly create a bootable diagnostic device that contains any of your own utilities you may wish to install."

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Peek-a-Boo 2.6 released
Written by Jacob Head   
Friday, 02 March 2007

Peek-a-Boo is a utility to monitor and manipulate all running processes. You can watch how much CPU time each process uses, adjust processes’ priorities, and monitor process information. While not the greatest looking, you may find you can't live without this tool.

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Raver iPod headphones
Written by Jacob Head   
Thursday, 01 March 2007

While the battery pack may be bulky, there are a lot of mod possibilities with this nifty Japanese product.

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booq releases new Vyper exo
Written by Jacob Head   
Sunday, 25 February 2007

SIERRA MADRE, CALIF. February 24, 2007 --- booq, a fast-growing, premium brand of performance-driven laptop carrying cases, announces the expansion of its highly popular Vyper line with “Vyper exo,” a sleek, molded semi-rigid ballistic nylon bag designed for everyday use by fast-paced creative professionals with a 15” or 17” MacBook Pro.

At a compact yet roomy 4 inches thick, and sporting a rugged black exterior, Vyper exo is a modern classic; the type of bag that is perfectly professional, yet unfailingly cool. Inside, refined design details such as accent color stitching and custom buttons–similar to those on jeans; multiple pockets for storage and organization, key fob, room for files, pens, iPod, cell phone, and laptop accessories make Vyper exo the ideal everyday bag for a creative pro.

Vyper exo is comprised of a semi-rigid high density foam with a water-repelling 1682D cross-weave ballistic nylon exterior. Its laptop compartment, lined with non-scratch fabrics, virtually molded around a MacBook Pro for a Vyper-style snug fit. Priced at $175 for the 15-inch ‘M,’ and $195 for the 17-inch ‘XL’ model, ambitious creative professionals looking for design quality, dependable laptop protection, functionally organized space for working on-the-go, out-of-the-office, and wherever creativity spawns, will find a Vyper exo hard to pass up. Customers who have come to expect fresh and innovative design solutions love the exceptional level of quality and functionality of booq’s products.

The privately held company is based in Sierra Madre, California.

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