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Boot Camp - Run Windows On Your Mac

Apple BootCamp 2.1 addresses issues and improves compatibility with Microsoft Windows XP and Microsoft Windows Vista 64 running on a Mac using Boot Camp.

Note: Installation of Boot Camp 2.1 is required before installing Windows XP Service Pack 3 (SP3) .

REQUIREMENTS

  • Latest Firmware Updates Installed
  • 12GB Free Hard Disk Space
  • An Intel-Based Mac
  • Recordable CD or DVD
  • A Printer For The Instructions
  • Full Version of Microsoft Windows



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Apple iPhone SDK - Free iPhone Developer Kit

The iPhone Developer Kit Program 2.0b4 provides a complete and integrated process for developing, debugging, and distributing your free, commercial, or in-house applications for the iPhone and iPod touch. Complete with development resources, real-world testing on the iPhone and distribution on the App Store. You have everything you need to go from code to customer!

Note: This is a beta release.

SDK KIT INCLUDES

  • OpenGL ES Support
  • iPhone Simulator
  • Xcode IDE
  • Instruments
  • iPhone Simulator
  • Frameworks
  • Samples
  • Compilers
  • Shark Analysis Tool
  • Much More



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AppFresh - Keep Your Applications Up To Date

AppFresh 0.71 is an excellent free utility for OS X that keeps all your Mac applications up to date, by checking the internet for new releases. It provides one central place to keep your applications, preference panes, widgets and application plugins that you have installed on your Mac up to date. It works with Tiger and Leopard.

Note: This is a development preview release.

FEATURES

  • Apple Updates
  • Sparkle Updates
  • Microsoft And Adobe Updates
  • Updates Widgets, Prefpanes And Plugins
  • Snapshots Your Current Application Data
  • Download And Install New Versions
  • Much More



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iPod Reset Utility - Restores 1st And 2nd Generation iPod Shuffles Back To Their Factory Settings

iPod Reset Utility 1.0.3 is a free application for OS X, that restores the following iPod models back to their factory settings, when iTunes is unable to do so.

WORKS ON

  • iPod Shuffle (1st Generation)
  • iPod Shuffle (2nd Generation)

The restore process completely erases all music and data on your iPod, and installs the most current iPod software on it.

Note: iPod Reset Utility 1.0.3 is intended for use only with the iPod models listed above, other iPods are not supported. If you are not sure which iPod you have, see Apple Support article 61688.



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AirPort Base Station Update 2008-001

Apple has released Airport Base Station Update 2008-001. This update includes general fixes and compatibility updates for several Airport related applications. The update is available for Tiger, Leopard and Windows.

APPLICATIONS UPDATED

  • Airport Utility
  • AirPort Disk Utility
  • AirPort Base Station Agent

To update to the latest version, go to the Apple menu and select Software Update.

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Try Aperture 2 FREE For 30 Days

Apple is offering a fully functional version of Aperture 2, that includes all of the features available in the licensed copy. The trial version expires 30 days after you launch it the first time. They do require that you register in order to get the Trial Serial Number. Click on the download button below to receive your trial serial number of Aperture 2.



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Apple Releases OS X 10.5 Leopard Guided Tour

$100 Credit For Early iPhone Owners


If you bought your iPhone before August 22, you may be eligible for an instant $100 electronic credit toward the purchase of products at the Apple Retail Store or the Apple Online Store.

To receive your credit, follow the simple steps below.

Go To http://www.apple.com/iphone/storecredit/

1. Identify Your iPhone
To confirm eligibility, simply enter your phone number and iPhone serial number in the fields provided.

2. Enter Your Access Code
You will receive an SMS text message on your iPhone containing the access code to redeem your $100 credit. Enter your phone number and your access code in the fields provided to generate an electronic store credit.

3. Get your $100 Apple Store credit
You will receive a $100 electronic store credit to purchase products at the Apple Retail Store or the Apple Online Store.

Requests for the $100 credit must be submitted by November 30, 2007. You must activate your iPhone with AT&T prior to submitting your claim.

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Apple Airport Extreme Base Station Update 7.2.1

Apple released a firmware update today for the AirPort Extreme Base Station with 802.11n.

The AirPort Extreme Base Station with 802.11n and Firmware 7.2.1 is Wi-Fi certified for 802.11n draft 2.0. This update also includes bug fixes and security updates.

This update requires AirPort Utility 5.1 or later.

To update to the latest version, go to the Apple menu and select Software Update.

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Try iWork 08 FREE For 30 Days

Apple has just posted a free 30 day trial of iWork 08 for download. You can try out Pages, Keynote, and Numbers before you have to spend your hard earned cash for it. ENJOY!

 Writing comes naturally when you’re using Pages 08, the streamlined word processor for the Mac.

 Create absolutely stunning, cinema-quality presentations more easily than ever before.

Introducing Numbers, the familiar yet revolutionary new spreadsheet application.



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Apple’s Releases Two New iMac’s Today

The new iMac offers greater performance than ever thanks to faster dual-core Intel processors and a speedier frontside bus. iMac features the Intel Core 2 Duo processor at speeds up to 2.4GHz. And for maximum power, you can upgrade the 24-inch iMac to an Intel Core 2 Extreme processor at 2.8GHz.

With their 64-bit processor architecture, the Intel Core 2 processors can manipulate data and execute instructions in large chunks to deliver advanced computational power to iMac. That adds up to exceptional speed and agility, improved performance you’ll notice when working with photos in iPhoto or Aperture, creating Keynote presentations, editing video in Final Cut Pro, playing HD video, or holding four-way video conferences.

Augmenting the advanced Core 2 processors is an equally advanced system architecture. It includes, for example, an 800MHz system bus and 4MB of shared L2 cache. With such substantial L2 cache, data instructions can be kept close to the two processor cores, greatly increasing performance.


FEATURES

  • Intel Core 2 Duo Processors
  • Glossy Widescreen Display
  • Advanced Graphics
  • Built-In iSight Camera
  • More Storage & Memory
  • More Connections & Ports
  • SuperDrive
  • Much More

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Apple’s New Anodized Aluminum Keyboards

Today Apple announced two new anodized aluminum keyboards - a wired & a wireless model.

WIRED VERSION

With its elegant anodized aluminum enclosure, the Apple Keyboard looks equally at home in your living room or on your desk. Just connect it to the USB port on your Mac and start enjoying the crisp, responsive feel of its low-profile keys. The extended layout has a full complement of keys, including document navigation controls, a numeric keypad, and special function keys for Mac features such as brightness, volume, eject, play/pause, Expose, and more. Two USB 2.0 ports provide high-speed connectivity for your iPod, Mighty Mouse, digital camera, and other USB-based electronic devices.

WIRELESS VERSION

Like its wired sibling, the Apple Wireless Keyboard features a low-profile anodized aluminum frame that complements any Mac. It connects using Bluetooth wireless technology, giving you the freedom to work or play up close or across the room. Sleek and compact, it has low-profile keys that provide a crisp, responsive feel and function keys for one-touch access to Mac features. Intelligent power management conserves battery life by automatically powering down the keyboard when you are not using it and turning it on the instant you start typing.

The new keyboards on the Apple site show a ship time of 3-5 business days and will retail for $49 (wired version) and $79 for the (wireless version).

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Apple Releases iTunes 7.3.2

Today Apple released an update to iTunes that “provides bug fixes to improve stability & performance” according to Apple.

To update, go to the Apple menu and select Software Update.

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AirPort Extreme Update 2007-004

This update is recommended for all Intel-based MacBook, MacBookPro, and Mac mini computers and improves the reliability of AirPort connections.

To update, go to the Apple menu and select “Software Updates.”

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Security Update 2007-007 (Intel)

Security Update 2007-007 is recommended for all users and improves the security of the following components:

bzip2
CFNetwork
Core Audio
cscope
gnuzip
Kerberos
mDNSResponder
PDFKit
PHP
Quartz Composer
samba
WebKit
WebCore

Security Update 2007-006 has been incorporated into this security update.
For detailed information on this update, please visit this website: http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=61798

To update, go to the Apple menu and select “Software Updates.”

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Apple iPhone Software Update 1.0.1 Released

To those of you who own an iPhone, Apple has released a software update to version 1.0.1 which addresses several bug fixes for the iPhone, as well as several security updates. It is recommended you update your iPhone to the latest version.

Here is the link that addresses the security content in this iPhone update.

Remember: In addition to updating and improving security on the iPhone, there are also several bug fixes.

To update your iPhone, simply follow these instructions given by Apple:

Installation note

This update is only available through iTunes, and will not appear in your computer’s Software Update application, or on the Apple Support Downloads site. Make sure you have an Internet connection and have installed the latest version of iTunes from (www.apple.com/itunes).

iTunes automatically checks Apple’s update server on its weekly schedule. When an update is detected, it will download it. When the iPhone is docked, iTunes will present the user with the option to install the update. We recommend applying the update immediately if possible. Selecting “don’t install” will present the option the next time you connect your iPhone. The automatic update process may take up to a week depending on the day that iTunes checks for updates.

You can manually obtain the update via the “Check for Updates” button or menu choice in iTunes. After doing this, the update can be applied when your iPhone is docked to your computer.

To check that the iPhone has been updated:

Navigate to Settings on the iPhone.
Click General.
Click About. The version after applying this update will be “1.0.1 (1C25)”.

You may discuss this iPhone update in the Cool OSX Apps Forums.

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QuickTime 7.2 And iTunes 7.3.1 Now Available

Today Apple released QuickTime Update 7.2 & iTunes 7.3.1 today. These updates are recommended for all users.

Download QuickTime 7.2 & iTunes 7.3.1 Via Your Software Update Tab.

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Details For AppleCare Listed Below

Rumors have been floating around this week about AppleCare for iPhone. More details are listed below.

OFFICIAL INFO FROM APPLE

  • AppleCare For iPhone Will Be Available In July
  • Hardware Coverage Will Be Extended For 2 Years
  • Customers Are Provided A Loaner iPhone (If Theirs Is Out For Repairs - After Paying A $29 Rental Fee)
  • You Can Transfer Your Data To The Loaner
  • Tells You What Will Void Your Warranty
  • Much More
  • The Only Thing Missing Is The Cost

You Can Read All The Terms & Conditions Of Apple Care For The iPhone In More Detail Here.

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iPhone Icons From Apple

Audio Updater (2007-001) - Intel-Based Audio Patch

Apple Audio Updater 2007/01 is recommended for all users running 10.4.10 on Intel-based Macs. It resolves an issue dealing with audio.

Download The Apple Audio Updater 2007-001 Via Your Software Update Tab

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Safari 3 - Public Beta

Safari is the most popular Macintosh web browser. Experience the web, Apple style, with Safari. Safari is the fastest, easiest-to-use web browser in the world. Safari is the fastest web browser on any platform.

FEATURES

  • Safari’s clean look lets you focus on the web
  • Organize your bookmarks just like you organize music in iTunes
  • Say goodbye to annoying pop-up ads and pop-under windows
  • Search any text on any website with the integrated Find banner
  • Open and switch between multiple web pages in a single window
  • Instantly snap back to search results or the top level of a website
  • Let Safari complete online forms for you, automatically and securely
  • RSS tells you when new content is added to your favorite sites
  • Resize text fields on any website: Just grab the corner and drag
  • Keep your online activities private with a single click
  • Apple engineers designed Safari to be secure from day one
  • Much More



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iPhone Will Have 8 Hours Of Talk Time & More!

Apple announced some surprising upgrades to the iPhone today. The iPhone will deliver significantly longer battery life than originally estimated & more!

FEATURES

  • Up To 8 Hours Of Talk Time (Was 5 Hours)
  • 6 Hours Of Internet Use
  • 7 Hours Of Video Playback
  • 24 Hours Of Music Playback
  • 250 hours Of Standby Time (Over 10 Days)

Apple also announced that it has upgraded the entire surface of the iPhone, including its stunning 3.5-inch display, from plastic to optical-quality glass to achieve a superior level of scratch resistance and optical clarity. days), the company says. The firm points out that the final specifications make it one of the most capable devices in its field. “With 8 hours of talk time, and 24 hours of audio playback, iPhone’s battery life is longer than any other ‘Smartphone’ and even longer than most MP3 players,” Apple’s CEO Steve Jobs says.

Prices remain the same at $499 for the 4GB version and $599 for 8GB. Both require AT&T service and will be available on June 29th at 6PM, though the official announcement doesn’t mention earlier claims about the need for a two-year contract, which has also been dropped from the company’s ad campaign.

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New 3D iPhone Videos on Apple.com

There are some new 3D iPhone videos that were released on Apple.com not too long ago.

For example, you can navigate to the demonstrations on the Phone page, the Widescreen iPod page, and the Internet page, it will let you select from an “Angled view” and a “Front view.”

Then if you navigate to the High Technology page, you will be able to view all new iPhone videos (for each feature on the High Technology page) that are awesome. :D

Apple Security Update Fixes QuickTime

Today Apple released QuickTime Update 7.1.6, fixing a vulnerability in QuickTime in various Mac OS X versions. This update is recommended for all users and improves the security of QuickTime.

Download The QuickTime Security Update 7.1.6 Via Your Software Update Tab.

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Apple Security Update 2007-005



Apple has released Security Update 2007-005 for OS X 10.3.9 and 10.4.9, available via your Software Update Tab. This security update is recommended for all users and improves the security of the following components:

  • Alias Manager
  • BIND
  • CoreGraphics
  • crontabs
  • fetchmail
  • file
  • iChat
  • mDNSResponder
  • PPP
  • ruby
  • screen
  • texinfo
  • VPN

Download The Security Update 2007-005 Via Your Software Update Tab.

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Apple Updates MacBooks - Faster CPU’s & 1GB Of Memory

Apple updated its MacBook lineup today with faster processors. The new models feature 2.0GHz or 2.16GHz Core 2 Duo Processors!

FEATURES

  • Ram - 1GB 4MB Shared L2 Cache
  • 667MHz Frontside Bus
  • Intel GMA 950 Graphics Processor
  • Gigabit Ethernet
  • Built-In 802.11n
  • AirPort Extreme
  • Bluetooth 2.0
  • EDR
  • Stereo Audio Out
  • Built-In Microphone
  • Built-In iSight Camera
  • One FireWire 400
  • Two USB 2.0 Ports
  • Video Out
  • Apple Remote

The White 2.0GHz Model Includes

  • 80GB Hard Drive
  • 24x Combo Drive
  • For US$1,099

The White 2.16GHz Model Includes

  • 120GB Hard Drive
  • 8x SuperDrive
  • For $1,299

The Black 2.16GHz Model Ships With

  • 160GB Hard Drive
  • 8x SuperDrive
  • For $1,499

UPGRADE OPTIONS

  • 120GB or 160GB (5400 rpm)
  • 200GB (4200 rpm)
  • 2GB DDR2 SDRAM
  • Apple USB Modem
  • Apple Mini-DVI to DVI Adapter
  • Apple Mini-DVI to VGA Adapter
  • Apple MagSafe Airline Adapter
  • AppleCare Protection Plan

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3 New Get A Mac Ads

Apple Posted 3 New Get A Mac Ads Today. Enjoy!

Choose A Vista

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Apple Security Update Fixes QuickTime


Apple today released Security Update 2007-001, fixing a vulnerability in QuickTime 7.1.3 in various Mac OS X versions that could lead to arbitrary code execution.

Download The QuickTime Security Update 2007-001 Via Your Software Update Tab.

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AirPort Extreme Update 2007-002


This update is recommended for all Intel-based Macintosh computers and improves compatibility with AirPort Extreme base stations and networks.

Download The AirPort Extreme Update 2007-002 Via Your Software Update Tab.

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Apple Security Update 2007-004 v1.1


Apple today released a revised security update to fix two bugs introduced with last week’s update from the company, but did not address two important zero-day QuickTime flaws or a Safari flaw that was used to hack a MacBook.

Download The Apple Security Update 2007-004 Via Your Software Update Tab

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