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Superb Shopping Experience

David — Tue, 16 Jun 2009 04:37:52 +0000

I haven’t written about Apple in a while. But today I came across this article talking about the experience of shopping at an Apple Store. It just reminded me once again how innovative Apple is, not only in computer technology, but also retail. Read the article here. It’s a very pleasant read. This article is written by a long time PC user, who was impressed not only by Apple technology, but also their superior retail stores.

Enjoy.

Apple Headlines 9.26.2007

David — Thu, 27 Sep 2007 03:34:41 +0000

Your iLife just got better
Apple just released a slew of point-updates for iLife ‘08, promoting hard-workers iMovie, GarageBand, and iPhoto…

Apple drops new Leopard build, may be release candidate
Labeled “Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard build 9A559,” the new release came just hours after the Cupertino-based company issued two minor updates to the previous full-sized build (9A527), both of which were aimed at testing the system’s automated Software Update mechanism.

Notice for Boot Camp Beta Users
The Boot Camp Assistant and license for Boot Camp beta versions 1.0b through 1.2b will expire on September 30th, 2007. Expiration does not affect installed copies of Windows. Updating the beta license is simple.

Hands on: Getting down to iWork ’08
With iWork ’08, the latest generation of its office suite, Apple has given Mac users a powerful alternative to Microsoft’s Office for Mac. This new version finally offers an alternative to Excel called Numbers, a spreadsheet tool unlike any that has come before it. It also adds some great new features to iWork’s other two applications — the presentation program Keynote and the word processor Pages — including a few that many users felt were lacking in previous releases.

Apple’s Leopard Will Exclude 800MHz G4 Processors
According to AppleInsider, Apple is about to announce that Leopard will not support 800 MHz G4 PowerPC processors. Previously developers had been told that it would require at least an 800 MHz G4.

Apple Headlines 9.15.2007

David — Sat, 15 Sep 2007 17:02:07 +0000

iPod Touch: Gorgeous and Talented, but is it Overqualified?
It’s hard to argue with the grace and power of the iPod Touch. It displays photos and videos flawlessly, it gives you lots of innovative ways to navigate your music collection and its use of Wi-Fi is a quantum leap past that of any other dedicated music player. But after playing with it for a couple of hours, I can’t help but wonder whether a music player really needs to be this much.

Apple iPhone Faces Challenges in EU
Apple will not have as easy a time launching the iPhone in Europe as it did in the U.S., analyst says.

A Bite-Size Player for Bite-Size Video
The iPod touch might be getting all the attention right now, but the video-enabled nano is the device that best suits our “media-snacking” lifestyle.

Apple iPod touch unboxing photos
The iPod touch just went on sale, so we made our way down to get one before the Apple Stores even admitted they had them in stock. Hidden away in cabinets behind the register, they were only being sold to those who asked for them by name.

Apple Headlines 9.14.2007

David — Fri, 14 Sep 2007 14:04:42 +0000

PC Mag gives iPod Touch an Editor’s Choice
PC Magazine has given the iPod Touch a 5/5 score and their Editor’s Choice award. High praise even from a definitely non-Apple source.

iPod Touch unboxing

Telefonica in talks to market Apple’s iPhone in Spain
Spanish telecommunications company Telefonica SA (TEF) acknowledged is in talks with U.S.’ Apple Inc. over the right to sell the U.S. company’s new phone, iPhone, in Spain, Spanish news agency Efe reported Wednesday.

Apple Calls on UK Press as iPhone Talk Swirls
Apple is expected to announce which carriers will offer the iPhone in Europe.

Apple Headlines 9.13.2007

David — Thu, 13 Sep 2007 13:50:58 +0000

Why Some Apple Fans Won’t Buy the iPhone
Apple Inc.’s move last week to cut the price of its iPhone by $200 seems like just the inducement to persuade those on the fence to buy. But despite strong sales overall, some potential buyers — even Apple devotees — say the gadget still has too many drawbacks.

Apple unveils Logic Studio
Apple has unveiled Logic Studio, a new suite of applications designed for audio professionals that includes Logic Pro 8 and a new application called MainStage.

The surprisingly watchable iPod nano
I admit that when I heard that the new iPod nanos had bigger screens, I silently scoffed: Bigger than the previous generation, sure, but big enough to watch videos or movies? Surely not.

Apple releases Compatibility Update for QuickTime 7.2
Apple’s latest Compatibility Update for QuickTime 7.2 delivers increased compatibility with the company’s iLife software suite.

At Home, Cheaper Alternatives to Office
In the workplace, Microsoft Office is as inevitable as drawn-out meetings and bad coffee. But Microsoft’s combination of Word, Excel and PowerPoint is not the only way to write, crunch numbers or prepare slideshows. And for home users, it isn’t even the best way anymore.

Apple Headlines 9.12.2007

David — Wed, 12 Sep 2007 14:20:39 +0000

Apple Keyboard Software Update 1.2
Install this software to take advantage of your aluminum Apple Keyboard’s special features.

Why Apple May Never Open the iPhone
The history of the Office Wars provides interesting context for Apple’s software strategy with the iPhone today. While third party software development offers all kinds of tantalizing potential for the new mobile, there are a half dozen reasons why Apple may not ever deliver the iPhone fully open to third party development, following the model of gaming consoles.

Tokyo ‘08 theme available for Keynote ‘08
KeynotePro has released Tokyo RPG ‘08, a new theme set for Keynote ‘08, the presentation component of Apple’s US$79 iWork ‘08 suite.

Apple Buyers’ Guide: iTunes And iPods Put Media In Your Pocket
Apple’s iPods and iTunes offer a rich toolkit for your audio and video entertainment.

Apple Buyers’ Guide: Apple’s Amazing iPhone
The phenomenal success of Apple’s iPhone doesn’t mean that everyone should immediately go out and buy one. Does it?

Apple Headlines 9.11.2007

David — Tue, 11 Sep 2007 14:04:58 +0000

Wrapping Up IWork 08: Not Really Office, But A Great Looking Suite
Over the past week, I’ve looked at the three components of Apple’s iWork 08: the Numbers spreadsheet, Pages word processor, and Keynote presentation package.

Will Apple Start Offering Cell Services?
The possibility of an Apple bid on the upcoming auction for wireless spectrum would mean Apple would no longer need to rely on a phone company to deliver songs, TV shows, and other digital fare purchased at iTunes.

SanDisk Launches 16GB Video MP3 Player
Apple’s new iPod Nano has competition: The SanDisk SansaView plays video, displays photos, and receives FM radio signals.

iPod Nano largely beats predecessor
I picked up a new green iPod Nano last week and am very impressed. It’s a better iPod Nano than the model it replaces in almost every way.