“If you use a MacBook, iMovie is the best way to do it.”
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∞ iPad and Mac disruptions
Horace Dediu: But more importantly the iPad and the Mac both outgrew the PC market. Taken as OS X vs. Windows, the growth rates were 27.7% vs. 2.5%. If iOS is included along OS X, Apple grew its “computer” shipments … Continued
∞ Apple execs discuss Lion, MacBook Air, Mac mini, Thunderbolt display
It’s been a busy day for Apple. The company released its next generation operating system, OS X Lion, and new a MacBook Air, Mac mini and Thunderbolt display. I had some time to sit down with Apple executives to talk … Continued
∞ Apple makes more from selling one Mac than HP does from seven PCs
The average selling price of a Mac increased 5.71% over the last two quarters. If we apply that growth rate to NPD’s data that says the ASP of a PC was $615 in November, then the ASP of a PC … Continued
∞ Apple offers MacBook bottom case replacement program
If the rubber surface on the bottom of your unibody MacBook is peeling away from the case, good news: Apple has initiated a MacBook Bottom Case Replacement Program. You can either bring it in to an Apple store or service … Continued
∞ Apple MacBooks top all Consumer Reports laptop categories
If you were wondering how good Apple’s MacBook line of portable computers are, the answer is simple — they are the top computer every category on Consumer Reports.
Apple’s 11-inch MacBook Air scored a 62 out of 100 taking the top spot in the small laptop section. Scoring a 56, Gateway came in second while HP came in third with a 49.
∞ Mac sales up 27 percent in second quarter
Apple’s Mac sales are showing an incredible surge for the second fiscal quarter, according to a new report on Monday.
In a note to clients on Monday, financial analyst Gene Munster said U.S. Mac sales are up 27 percent over last year’s second quarter. Munster based his analysis on data provided by market research firm, NPD.
∞ Apple's Mac market share grows 18.9% in first quarter
Overall PC shipments fell in the first quarter of 2011 in the United States, but Apple gained.
In fact, Apple’s market share gains were the highest among the top companies, according to a new report from market research firm, Gartner.
Apple shipped 1.25 million Macs in the first quarter of 2010 and 1.49 million in the first quarter of 2011. The company’s market share grew from 7.3 percent in 2010 to 9.3 percent in 2011.
∞ Apple to cut 32 games, some hardware from retail stores
Apple is in the process of cutting software titles and some hardware peripherals from its retails stores to make room for other services.
∞ Apple launches 'Joint Venture' program for businesses
Business owners looking to leverage Apple technology to their best ability now have a new place to turn: Joint Venture. Joint Venture connects businesses with Apple retail stores to buy products, schedule training, book appointments, get tech support and enroll … Continued
∞ Macworld benchmarks new MacBook Pros
Apple’s new MacBook Pros are already out in the world, and Macworld Labs director James Galbraith has posted some benchmarks showing how they actually do. “In testing conducted by Macworld Lab, the laptops released Thursday turned in Speedmark scores between … Continued
∞ Apple releases FaceTime app for Macs, for 99 cents
After an extensive public beta test Apple has released its FaceTime application for Macs, available for 99 cents from the Mac App Store. The new app is also included on Apple’s newly shipping MacBook Pro models, also announced Thursday.
∞ Mac outgrows market for 19th straight quarter
Apple’s Mac growth continues to outpace the overall PC market as the latest numbers prove the Macs popularity.
∞ Analyst: iPad outsells Mac on Black Friday
More people were walking out of an Apple store on Black Friday with an iPad than a Mac, according to Piper Jaffray Senior Research Analyst, Gene Munster.
∞ Paint your keyboard red (or pink) with NuGuard covers
Newer Technology and OWC announced Tuesday NuGuard Keyboard Covers for the unibody MacBook, MacBook Air and MacBook Pro. The silicone covers protect the keyboards of those laptops but enable you to type while using them.
∞ Adobe: Apple incites, condones negative campaign against Flash
Adobe CTO Kevin Lynch lays much of the blame for Flash’s recent woes with the media directly at the feet of Apple.
∞ HyperMac to stop selling MagSafe-equipped batteries
Embroiled in a patent infringement lawsuit with Apple, HyperMac has announced that it will stop selling its MacBook charging cables and car charger on November 2, 2010.
∞ Watts calibrates your MacBook, MacBook Pro battery
Did you know your MacBook battery should be recalibrated? I didn’t. Apparently Apple recommends you do it, and now there is an app to help you get it done.
∞ Apple adds "Compare Macs" option to Apple Store
Apple on Thursday added a new option to its online Apple Store called “Compare Macs.”
∞ 47 percent of students plan to buy a MacBook
The times are changing and the news isn’t good for software giant, Microsoft. For Apple, however, the news is great — 47 percent of students plan to buy a MacBook.
∞ GadgetTrak 3 anti-theft software tracks laptops, desktops
ActiveTrak released the latest version of its anti-theft and tracking software, GadgetTrak 3.
∞ Apple reports $3.25 billion profit on strong iPhone, Mac sales
Apple on Tuesday reported a $3.25 billion profit for its fiscal third quarter of 2010 on record revenue of $15.7 billion. These results compare to revenue of $9.73 of revenue and a $1.83 billion profit in the year-ago quarter.
∞ Stanford Laptop Orchestra concludes season Wednesday
Music and Macs have been a huge part of my life, but I’ve never used them together like this. Those close to Stanford University can celebrate the integration of the two by seeing the final show of the Stanford Laptop … Continued
∞ Apple kicks off "Why you'll love a Mac" campaign
The Mac may not be a big part of this year’s Worldwide Developers Conference, but Apple certainly hasn’t forgot about it. It launched “Why you’ll love a Mac” campaign on Friday to educate potential switchers.
∞ Apple sued for infringing patents on Mac, Safari, and Mac OS X
Apple is being sued for infringing on patents for the way it summarizes data on its Mac computers and Mac OS X operating system.
∞ Apple updates MacBook
Apple added a speed boost and longer battery life to its MacBook line of computers on Tuesday as the company quietly released an update to the notebooks. The price remains the same at $999. Looks like a good time to … Continued
∞ Report: iPad not cannibalizing Mac sales
Piper Jaffray Senior Research analyst Gene Munster said on Monday that he sees no signs that the iPad is cannibalizing sales of the Mac.
∞ Hands On: iSkin ProTouch Keyboard Protectors
In terms of the daily wear and tear that can occur with a laptop’s keyboard, there are many things to consider. Between dust, light, crumbs (should you nibble while you type), or just the oils from your fingertips that naturally … Continued
∞ PC vs. Mac: What's the right computer for you?
Technologizer founder Harry McCracken posted an interesting article on choosing the right computer. I’m often asked about my decision to use a Mac instead of a Windows PC — the answer is that it works better and has a superior … Continued
∞ Prosecutors may investigate school's use of Web cam spying
Allegations that school officials at Harriton High School used a MacBook Web cam to take a picture of a student at home reached the local prosecutors.