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New Apple Notebooks

Chris — Tue, 14 Oct 2008 20:54:55 +0000

As promised Apple released updates to their Macbook and Macbook Pro lines. They were a little more than updates, they are completely redesigned. I was hoping for a price drop, but I guess that was wishful thinking. They really do look great, I’ll just have to decide if it’s worth the expense to replace my aging 12in Powerbook. I’m a little sad they dropped the firewire port from the Macbook, it makes it a little less desirable for me.

Check them out:

If you want to watch the event, apple has posted it on their site: HERE

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Air Sharing iPhone App

Chris — Tue, 09 Sep 2008 14:26:39 +0000

Have you ever wanted to use your iPhone or iPod Touch as a drive you can mount from your mac? There are a couple of different programs in the App Store that will allow you to do it, but for a limited time you can get Air Sharing for free (iTunes link). I just downloaded it and it looks like it will work great. Hurry, the regular price of $7 will kick in soon.

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Incredible Apple Deals

Chris — Fri, 22 Aug 2008 03:54:26 +0000

If you are in the market for a new mac, you might want to check out their refurbished line. Amazing deals, and they just lowered prices across the board. Great time to pick up a new one for the youth room or your home.

New Lower prices on Apple Refurbished computers, Free Shipping

Maybe you just need a new ipod, they are also at new lower prices.
Apple certified. Good as new. Save on a certified refurbished iPod. Free Shipping.

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Refurbished Apple Products

Chris — Thu, 17 Jul 2008 15:30:48 +0000

Are you in need of a new Mac or iPod but want to save some coin? Their refurbished products are a great way to go. I’ve gotten a couple of different ones and they’ve been great, and at a great price. I know I would love to add a Mac Pro to my setup at home, and I don’t think I could find a better price.

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iPhone the First 48 Hours

Chris — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 00:06:00 +0000

Ok, I’ve been using an iPhone for 48 hours now, and thought I would share some of my initial impressions. First I must say, that I’m using a first gen iPhone that I received as a hand-me down when my Dad upgraded to 3G, so I can’t really speak to the speed or GPS functions that the newest one has. But I will cover what I can.

Things I love:

The Interface. It’s so easy and intuitive to get around. The easiest phone I’ve ever used by far.
Exchange Support. This was the biggest factor that kept me from getting an iPhone when they released a year ago. But with activesync now native, setting up my email was a breeze. Also implementation of the calendar and contacts is better than on windows mobile phones I’ve used in the past.
The App Store. The addition of 3rd party apps has really taken the platform to the next level. I will post later about my favorite ones.
Visual Voicemail. For the first time voice mail on a cell phone is easy

Things that I don’t love:

The Keyboard. I have been told that in time I will find it easier to use, but for now I find my self yelling at it’s predictions of my words. It also seems a little slow in response. I wonder if that’s any better on the 3G model.
Camera. It’s just OK, I have a feeling that a few of the new apps available will make it more useful, I would really like a zoom.
Tethering. I wish ATT would allow you to tether it to your laptop to use as a modem like you can with blackberries and windows mobile devices. Unfortunately I don’t think that’s one the app store can fix.

What are your thoughts?

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