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Macintosh News - May 2001 |
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May
31, 2001
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May
29, 2001 Apple's iBook Audio Update 1.3.6, released late last week via the Software Update control panel, is now available on the Web. The update improves the quality of sound output on the new Dual-USB iBook introduced in May 2001. [1.9 MB] |
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Wednesday
May 23, 2001 Mac OS, OS X pre-install docs posted Apple switches iBook retail strategy At Apple's Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC), Apple introduced the new Mac OS X Server. The new server operating system integrates powerful server applications such as an Apache web server, Samba for Windows file sharing, WebObjects 5, and QuickTime Streaming Server 3. In addition, the company is offering two Power Mac Server G4 models equipped with Mac OS X Server: a single and dual 533 MHz Power Mac G4. Both models include 256MB SDRAM, a 60GB Ultra ATA/66 hard drive, and ATI Rage 128 Pro; the dual 533 MHz Power Mac G4 includes an additional 4-port 10/100/BASE-T Ethernet card |
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May 21, 2001 Apple First to Offer All LCD Flat Panel Display Lineup and Unveils New 17-inch Model to Complete Display Family Apple® today announced that it will become the first in the industry to move to an all LCD flat panel display pro lineup. At the center of the new display line, Apple unveiled the new 17-inch Apple Studio Display, a digital LCD display featuring 1280 by 1024 resolution at an aggressive price of $999 (US). The company also announced that it has lowered prices for the other two digital LCD displays in its line, with the award-winning 22-inch Apple Cinema Display now available for $2,499 (US) and the 15-inch Apple Studio Display now available for just $599 (US). Pricing & AvailabilityThe 17-inch (diagonal) Apple Studio Display flat panel is expected to be available in early June from the online Apple Store®, at Apple's retail stores and through Apple Authorized Resellers for a suggested retail price of $999 (US); the 15-inch (diagonal) Apple Studio Display flat panel for a suggested retail price of $599 (US), and the 22-inch (diagonal) Apple Cinema Display for a suggested retail price of $2,499 (US). |
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Wednesday,
May 15, 2001 FileMaker, Inc. has released a trial
version of FileMaker Pro 5.5, which it introduced yesterday
as one of the first mainstream productivity applications to ship
with native support for Mac OS X. The trial version expires 30 days
after installation, and also contains other limitations. [Classic:
12.1
MB; Carbon: 8.9
MB] |
| Wednesday, May 15, 2001 Open Transport Update 2.7.6 is now available via the Software Update control panel and Apple's Software Downloads page. [1.6MB] This update resolves a minor issue that prevented some applications from behaving as expected. It is recommended for all customers, especially in education. This update is for Mac OS 9.1 only. It will not install on earlier versions. |
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Monday, May 7, 2001 Apple has posted the Authoring Support Update 1.1 (previously available via the Software Update control panel): The Authoring Support Update installs new drivers
for iTunes and Disc Burner which increase compatibility and extend
the number of external CD-R Drives that they support. For the complete
list of supported external FireWire and USB CD-R drives, go to the
Apple CD-R Compatibility Web site at http://www.apple.com/itunes/compatibility/ |
| May 3, 2001: Apple has published or updated a number of Tech Info Library articles pertaining to the new iBook (Dual USB), including technical specifications, how to install RAM, removing and replacing the battery, sound capabilities, external ports and connectors, security information, maximum number of FireWire devices, and how an external monitor or eject key may not work with Mac OS X. |
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May 1, 2001: iBook redesigned [A look at the new iBook] Apple has introduced new iBooks. Weighing just 4.9 pounds, the new iBooks feature a 1024-by-768 resolution 12.1-inch display, FireWire, and up to 5 hours of battery life. Prices start at only $1,299. According to the press release, the new iBook is "The lightest and smallest full-featured consumer and education notebook on the market today." Although using polycarbonate plastic, rather than Titanium, the overall look is a very close match for the the PowerBook G4s. If you prefer the old clamshell iBook look, you're out of luck. On the other hand, the top of the line iBook is the first Mac to feature a combo CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive! There are four models. All come with: 12.1-inch TFT XGA display, 500MHz PowerPC G3, 256K on-chip L2 cache,10GB Ultra ATA drive, 8MB video memory, 10/100BASE-T Ethernet, 56K internal modem, RGB video output, two USB ports, FireWire port, AC adapter and battery. The key differences:
Apple has updated its iBook site with more details, including full tech specs on a page that describe how rugged it is. Mac OS X update: |
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