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 Mac News powered by Macmini123 Apple Releases iMovie 9.0.9 Update Apple today released the iMovie 9.0.9 update via their Mac App Store, Software Update utility, and website for direct download. Apple Releases iOS 6.1.4 Update Apple today released the iOS 6.1.4 Software Update for the iPhone 5. Apple TV Software Update 5.2.1 Released Apple today released the Apple TV Software Update 5.2.1 for the second and third generation Apple TV. Apple Releases iOS 6.1.3 Update Apple just released the iOS 6.1.3 update as an over-the-air update for iOS users. Apple Releases OS X Mountain Lion 10.8.3 Update Apple today released the OS X Mountain Lion 10.8.3 update via their Mac App Store and website for direct download. Apple Now Offering iMacs with VESA Mount Adapters Apple today started offering 21.5-inch and 27-inch iMacs with built-in VESA mount adapters. MacUpdate Unveils Spring 2013 Software Bundle MacUpdate today announced the availability of their Spring 2013 Software Bundle. NewerTech Announces Availability of miniStack MAX Newertech today announced the immediate availability of their miniStack MAX, an all-in-one external storage solution for the Mac mini, with a built-in hard drive, Blu-ray/CD/DVD optical drive, SD card reader and powered USB Hub. Apple Updates MacBook Pro with Retina Display Models Apple today updated their MacBook Pro with Retina Display models with new processors and lower starting prices. Apple Releases MacBook Pro SMC Firmware Update 1.7 Apple has released the MacBook Pro SMC Firmware Update 1.7 via their Mac App Store and website for direct download. Apple Updates Base Station Firmware and AirPort Utility for Mac Apple today released the AirPort Base Station and Time Capsule Firmware Update 7.6.3 and AirPort Utility 6.2 for Mac. Apple Announces 25 Billion Songs Sold in iTunes Store Apple today announced that music fans have purchased and downloaded more than 25 billion songs from the iTunes Store. Apple Releases OS X Server 2.2.1 Update Apple has released the OS X Server 2.2.1 update for Mountain Lion via the Mac App Store. Apple Updates SMC Firmware for MacBooks Apple today released new SMC Firmware updates for the MacBook Pro, MacBook Air and MacBook via their Software Update utility and website for direct download. Refurbished 2012 Mac Minis Apple has started offering the refurbished base model 2012 Mac mini more frequently over the last couple weeks. Apple Announces 128GB iPad with Retina Display Apple today announced new 128GB versions of the fourth generation iPad with Retina display. Apple TV Software Update 5.2 Released Apple today released the Apple TV Software Update 5.2 for the second and third generation Apple TV. Apple Releases iOS 6.1 Update Apple today updated iOS to version 6.1, adding LTE capabilities to 36 additional iPhone carriers and 23 additional iPad carriers around the world. HP Printer Drivers 2.13 for OS X Released Apple has released the HP Printer Drivers 2.13 for OS X via their Mac App Store and website for direct download. MacBook Air EFI Firmware Update 2.6 Released Apple has released the MacBook Air EFI Firmware Update 2.6 via their Software Update utility and website for direct download. Matias Intros Laptop Pro for Mac Wireless Keyboard Matias today announced the release of their Laptop Pro for Mac wireless keyboard. Apple Moving Mac Mini Production to United States? DigiTimes is reporting that production of the Mac mini might be moving to the United States with Foxconn Electronics handling the "establishment" for Apple. Apple Releases iMac EFI Update 2.0 Apple has released the iMac EFI Update 2.0 via their Software Update Utility and website for direct download. Apple Releases Mac Wi-Fi Update 1.0 Apple has released the Mac Wi-Fi Update 1.0 via their Software Update Utility and website for direct download. Apple Releases Mac mini EFI Firmware Update 1.7 for HDMI Flickering Apple has released the Mac mini EFI Firmware Update 1.7 via their Software Update Utility and website for direct download. Apple Releases OS X Server 2.2 Update Apple has released the OS X Server 2.2 Update via the Mac App Store. 2012 iMac Review Roundup It's been out for about a week now, so here's a roundup of reviews for the new 2012 iMac. This roundup includes reviews from Engadget, The Verge, PC Magazine, CNET, TechCrunch, USA Today, ABC News, and SlashGear. LaCie Announces d2 USB 3.0 Thunderbolt Series Hard Drives LaCie today announced the release of their LaCie d2 USB 3.0 Thunderbolt Series external hard drives. The Verge Posts Review of 2012 Mac mini and iMac The Verge posted a review of the 2012 Mac mini and iMac on their website yesterday. Apple Releases iTunes 11 Apple has released iTunes 11 via their Software Update Utility and website for direct download. New iMac Available on November 30th Apple today announced that its all-new iMac will be available on Friday, November 30th. PC Magazine Reviews 2012 Mac Mini PC Magazine posted a review of the 2012 Mac mini over the Thanksgiving holiday. Apple Begins Black Friday Sale Apple has officially started their special one-day shopping event for Black Friday here in the United States. Gizmodo Posts Review of 2012 Mac Mini Gizmodo has posted a lightning review of the new 2012 Mac mini with a Fusion Drive. Apple Releases OS X 10.8.2 Supplemental Update 2.0 Apple has released the OS X Mountain Lion 10.8.2 Supplemental Update 2.0 via their Mac App Store and website for direct download. Evernote 5 for Mac Released Evernote today announced the release of Evernote 5 for Mac, a major update of their popular notetaking and archiving software for Mac users. Ars Technica Reviews 2012 Mac Mini Ars Technica posted a review of the 2012 Mac mini with a Fusion Drive on their website today. Apple Releases Aperture 3.4.3 Update Apple has released the Aperture 3.4.3 Update via their Software Update Utility and website for direct download. CNET Posts Review of 2012 Mac Mini CNET has posted a review of the 2012 Mac mini on their website. Engadget Posts Review of 2012 Mac Mini Engadget just posted up a review of the 2012 Mac mini. Macworld Benchmarks Maxed Out 2012 Mac Mini Macworld has posted a new series of benchmarks for a maxed out 2012 Mac mini with a 2.6GHz quad-core Core i7 processor, 16GB of RAM, and 1TB Fusion Drive. Macworld Reviews 2012 Mac Minis Macworld posted a review of the new 2012 Mac minis on their website today. Apple Releases Safari, iPhoto and Aperture Updates Apple today released the Safari 6.0.2, iPhoto 9.4.2, and Aperture 3.4.2 updates via their Software Update Utility and website for direct download. Apple Releases iOS 6.0.1 Update iPhone, iPod touch and iPad users take note. Apple just released the iOS 6.0.1 update via iTunes and as an over-the-air update on each device. iPad mini Review Roundup Here's a roundup of reviews for the new iPad mini, which is officially launching from Apple on November 2nd. This roundup includes reviews from Engadget, The Verge, CNET, The Guardian, The Loop, AllThingsD, TechCrunch, Time, SlashGear, and the USA Today. iTunes 11 Delayed Until November Cnet is reporting that Apple has delayed the launch of iTunes 11 until November. Apple Announces Management Changes Apple today announced executive management changes that, according to the company, will encourage even more collaboration between the company's hardware, software and services teams. OWC Announces Data Doubler Kit for 2012 Mac Mini OWC today confirmed that its OWC Data Doubler Kits are fully compatible with the new 2012 Mac minis. NewerTech Intros miniStack with SSD NewerTech has announced the availability of their new miniStack external storage solutions with solid-state drives from OWC. iFixit Posts Teardown of 2012 Mac Mini iFixit always puts together excellent teardowns of the latest gear from Apple. This time around, it's the new 2012 Mac mini getting the treatment. 2009-2012 Mac minis Benchmarked Here's a chart of our Geekbench scores for the 2009, 2010, 2011 and new 2012 Mac minis. Apple Posts Support Page for Fusion Drive If you're thinking about getting a Fusion Drive in your late 2012 Mac mini or iMac, you may want to check out Apple's new support page for the drive. 2012 Mac Minis Support Two Thunderbolt Displays One thing sort of being missed about the new 2012 Mac minis, with integrated Intel HD 4000 graphics, is the support for using two Thunderbolt displays across the product line now. Digital Camera RAW Compatibility Update 4.01 Released Apple has released the Digital Camera RAW Compatibility Update 4.01 via their Software Update Utility and website for direct download. Apple Releases OS X 10.8.2 Update for 2012 Mac mini Apple has released OS X Mountain Lion 10.8.2 for the 2012 Mac mini via their Software Update Utility and website for direct download. Mac Mini Vault Posts Review and Teardown of 2012 Mac mini Our good friends over at Mac Mini Vault have posted a brief review and teardown of the new entry-level 2012 Mac mini. OWC Offers Memory Kits for New 2012 Mac minis OWC has announced the immediate availablity of their OWC DDR3L 1600MHz Memory Kits for the new 2012 Mac minis. Mac Mini Gets Fusion Drive As you may know, Apple released new Mac minis today with faster processors and USB 3.0. They also began offering their new Fusion Drive in the high-end Mac mini as a $250 BTO option. Apple Intros iPad mini Apple today introduced iPad mini, a completely new iPad design that is 23 percent thinner and 53 percent lighter than the third generation iPad. Apple Updates Mac iMac Apple today unveiled a completely new iMac with a thinner design, brilliant display with reduced reflection, and faster processors. Apple Updates Mac mini Apple today updated the Mac mini with third generation dual-core Intel Core i5 and quad-core Intel Core i7 processors that are up to twice as fast and have integrated graphics that are up to 65 percent faster. Apple Intros 13-inch MacBook Pro with Retina Display Apple today introduced an all-new version of its popular 13-inch MacBook Pro featuring a Retina display and all flash storage in a new compact design. Seagate Intros Backup Plus for Mac Drives with USB 3.0 Seagate today announced the release of their Backup Plus for Mac portable and desktop drives with USB 3.0. Apple Releases Java for OS X 2012-006 Apple has released Java for OS X 2012-006 for Mountain Lion and Lion via their Software Update Utility and website for direct download. Apple Holding Media Event on October 23rd Apple sent out invitations today for a special media event to be held on Tuesday, October 23rd. Ivy Bridge Mac minis Coming Next Week? 9to5Mac is reporting that new Mac minis will be introduced next week at a press event for the rumored iPad mini. NewerTech Intros miniStack Classic NewerTech has announced the release of the miniStack Classic, an updated version of the original miniStack for Mac users. Fifth-Generation iPod Touch Review Roundup Here's a new roundup of reviews for the fifth-generation iPod touch to round out the week. It includes reviews from Engadget, The Verge, CNET, iLounge, Laptop Magazine, PC Magazine, SlashGear and iDownloadBlog. Tightened Supply of Mac minis Suggesting Update? Well, there are a couple new rumors out there starting to float around about the Mac mini getting updated soon. This is based on a new report by Apple Insider, which shows a tightened supply of the Mac mini and Mac mini Server at various third-party resellers in the United States. Apple Posts Tribute to Steve Jobs Apple has posted a tribute to Steve Jobs on their website today marking the first anniversary of his death. Mountain Lion 10.8.2 Supplemental Update Released Apple has released the OS X Mountain Lion 10.8.2 Supplemental Update via the Mac App Store and their Software Update Utility and website for direct download. Apple Releases iPhoto 9.4.1 Update Apple has released the iPhoto 9.4.1 update via the Mac App Store and their Software Update Utility and website for direct download. Apple Releases Aperture 3.4.1 Update Apple has released the Aperture 3.4.1 update via their Mac App Store, Software Update Utility and website for direct download. Tim Cook Apologizes for Maps in iOS 6 Apple CEO Tim Cook has posted an open letter to iOS 6 users regarding criticism over Apple's new Maps application. Apple Releases OS X Server 2.1.1 Update Apple has released the OS X Server 2.1.1 Update via the Mac App Store. Apple TV Software Update 5.1 Released Apple today released the Apple TV Software Update 5.1 for the second and third generation Apple TV. iPhone 5 Review Roundup We like to do a roundup of reviews for every major Apple hardware release. And this time around, it's a roundup of reviews for the new iPhone 5. Apple Releases OS X Lion 10.7.5 Update Apple has released the OS X Lion 10.7.5 Update via their Software Update Utility and website for direct download. Apple Releases OS X Mountain Lion 10.8.2 Update Apple has released the OS X Mountain Lion 10.8.2 Update via the Software Update functionality in the Mac App Store. Apple Releases iOS 6 Update Apple has released iOS 6 via iTunes and as an over-the-air update. iPhone 5 Breaks Sales Records Apple today announced pre-orders of its iPhone 5 topped two million in just 24 hours, more than double the previous record of one million held by iPhone 4S. Apple Posts Video of September 2012 Special Event Apple has posted a streaming video of the special media event held today at the Yerba Buena Center for the Arts in San Francisco, California. The event was hosted by Tim Cook and shows the introduction of the new iPhone 5, new iPod touch, new iPod nano, and the next version of iTunes. Apple Releases iTunes 10.7 Update Apple has released the iTunes 10.7 update for Mac and PC via their Software Update Utility and website for direct download. Apple Intros New iPod Touch and iPod Nano Apple today introduced an all new iPod touch and iPod nano. Apple Unveils New iTunes Apple today announced the new iTunes for Mac and PC featuring a completely redesigned player, seamless integration with iCloud, and a stunning new look. Apple Intros iPhone 5 Apple today announced iPhone 5, the thinnest and lightest iPhone ever, with a new 4-inch Retina display, A6 chip, ultrafast wireless technology, and even better battery life. Apple Releases OS X Mountain Lion 10.8.1 Apple has released the OS X Mountain Lion 10.8.1 update via their Mac App Store and website for direct download. VMware Releases Fusion 5 VMware today announced the release of VMware Fusion 5, a major update of their virtualization software for Mac users. Apple Updates HP Printer Drivers for Mountain Lion Apple today released HP Printer Drivers v.2.10 for OS X. According to the company, this update includes the latest HP printing and scanning software for Mountain Lion, Lion and Snow Leopard. Apple Releases MacBook Pro Retina SMC Update v1.0 Apple has released the MacBook Pro Retina SMC Update v1.0 via their Software Update Utility and website for direct download. OWC Intros Helios PCIe Thunderbolt Expansion Chassis Other World Computing has announced the release of their Mercury Helios PCIe Thunderbolt Expansion Chassis, a new device that gives users of Thunderbolt port equipped computers like the Mac mini, iMac, and MacBook the ability to tap into a wide variety of professional-level performance PCIe adapters. Mountain Lion Review Roundup We always like to do a roundup of reviews of new products from Apple. This time around it's one for their latest and greatest operating system, Mountain Lion. Apple Releases iPhoto 9.3.2 and Aperture 3.3.2 Updates Apple has released the iPhoto 9.3.2 and Aperture 3.3.2 updates via their Software Update Utility and website for direct download. Apple Releases iWork 9.2 Update Apple has released the iWork 9.2 Update via their Software Update Utility and website for direct download. Apple Releases Safari 6 Update for Lion Users Apple has released the Safari 6 Update for Lion users via their Software Update Utility and website for direct download. Mountain Lion Now Available From Mac App Store Apple today announced the release of OS X Mountain Lion from the Mac App Store. Mountain Lion Launching Tomorrow Tim Cook has announced via Apple's third quarter earnings release that OS X Mountain Lion will be launching tomorrow. Carbon Copy Cloner 3.5 Released Bombich Software has announced the release of Carbon Copy Cloner 3.5, a major update of their popular disk cloning and backup utility for Mac OS X. Apple Releases MacBook Air and MacBook Pro Update 1.0 Apple today released the MacBook Air and MacBook Pro Update 1.0 for the latest models released in June. Apple Releases iPhoto 9.1.3 Update Apple has released the iPhoto 9.1.3 Update via their Mac App Store, Software Update Utility and website for direct download. Apple Releases Updated Brother Printer Drivers Apple has released Brother Printer Drivers 2.9 for OS X via their Software Update Utility and website for direct download. NewerTech Shipping New miniStack for Mac Mini NewerTech has begun shipping their new miniStack external hard drive for the 2010 and 2011 Mac mini. Bob Mansfield Retiring from Apple Apple today announced that Bob Mansfield, Apple's senior vice president of Hardware Engineering, will retire and the role will be transitioned to Dan Riccio, Apple's vice president of iPad Hardware Engineering, over several months. Apple Updates Printer Drivers for Lion and Snow Leopard Apple today released a bunch of updated printer drivers for Lion and Snow Leopard via their Software Update Utility and website for direct download. This includes updated drivers for Canon, Epson, Lexmark, Infotec, Gestetner, Ricoh, Savin, Lanier, InfoPrint and NRG printers and scanners. Apple Releases Aperture 3.3.1 Update Apple has released the Aperture 3.3.1 Update via their Mac App Store, Software Update Utility and website for direct download. MacBook Pro with Retina Display Review Roundup We like to do a roundup of reviews for every major Apple hardware release, so here's one for the new 15" MacBook Pro with Retina Display. Apple Releases iMovie 9.0.6 Update Apple has released the iMovie 9.0.6 Update via their Mac App Store, Software Update Utility and website for direct download. Apple Releases Java Updates for Lion and Snow Leopard Apple has released a new round of Java updates for Lion and Snow Leopard via their Software Update Utility and website for direct download. Apple Releases Thunderbolt Software Update 1.2 Apple has released the Thunderbolt Software Update 1.2 via their Software Update Utility and website for direct download. Apple Releases AirPort Utility 6.1 for Mac Apple has released the AirPort Utility 6.1 for Mac via their Software Update Utility and website for direct download. Apple Releases Aperture 3.3 Update Apple has released the Aperture 3.3 Update via the Mac App Store and their Software Update Utility and website for direct download. Apple Releases iPhoto 9.3 Update Apple has released the iPhoto 9.3 Update via the Mac App Store and their Software Update Utility and website for direct download. Apple Posts Video of WWDC 2012 Keynote Apple has posted a streaming video of the keynote address at WWDC 2012. Apple Previews iOS 6 Apple today previewed iOS 6, introducing over 200 new features to its advanced mobile operating system, and released a beta version to iOS Developer Program members. Mountain Lion Coming in July Apple today announced that OS X Mountain Lion, the ninth major release of its advanced desktop operating system, will be available in July as a download from the Mac App Store. Apple Introduces All New MacBook Pro with Retina Display Apple today unveiled an all new 15-inch MacBook Pro featuring a stunning Retina display, all flash storage and quad-core processors in a radically thin and light design. Apple Updates AirPort Express Apple today updated their popular AirPort Express base station. Apple Updates MacBook Air and MacBook Pro Apple today updated the MacBook Air with the latest Intel Core processors, faster graphics and flash storage that is up to twice as fast as the previous generation. MacUpdate Unveils Summer 2012 Software Bundle MacUpdate today announced the availability of their Summer 2012 Software Bundle. Apple Releases Aperture 3.2.4 Update Apple has released the Aperture 3.2.4 Update via their Software Update Utility and website for direct download. Apple Releases Security Updates for Leopard Users Apple today released a pair or security updates for Leopard users. Apple Releases Apple TV Software Update 5.0.1 Apple has released the Apple TV Software Update 5.0.1 for both the second and third generation Apple TV. Apple Releases Safari 5.1.7 Update Apple has released the Safari 5.1.7 Update for Mac OS X Lion and Snow Leopard via their Software Update Utility and website for direct download. Apple Releases OS X Lion 10.7.4 Update Apple has released the OS X Lion 10.7.4 Update via their Software Update Utility and website for direct download. Apple Releases iOS 5.1.1 Software Update Apple today released the iOS 5.1.1 Software Update for the iPhone, iPad and iPod touch. Amazon Releases Cloud Drive for Mac It's been busy couple weeks up in the cloud. First, you had Microsoft release SkyDrive for Mac. Then Google went and released their Google Drive service with a desktop application for the Mac. And now, Amazon has released a desktop application for the Mac for their Cloud Drive service. OWC Intros DIY Kit for Adding Second Hard Drive to 2011 Mac mini Other World Computing has announced the release of their DIY Kit for adding a second hard drive or SSD to the 2011 Mac mini. Apple Releases HP Printer Drivers 2.9 Apple has released HP Printer Drivers 2.9 via their Software Update Utility. Apple Reports Second Quarter Results Apple today announced financial results for its fiscal second quarter ending on March 31st, 2012. Microsoft Releases SkyDrive for Mac Microsoft has announced the release of SkyDrive for Mac, a new application that allows Lion users to access their cloud storage service. Apple Configurator 1.0.1 Released Apple has released the Apple Configurator 1.0.1 via their Mac App Store for users looking to mass configure and deploy iOS devices in a school or business. Apple Releases Java Update to Remove Flashback Malware Apple has released Java for OS X 2012-003 via their Software Update Utility. According to the company, this Java security update removes the most common variants of the Flashback malware. Apple Responds to Flashback Malware Apple published a new support document this evening regarding the Flashback malware. Final Cut Pro X 10.0.4 Released Apple today released Final Cut Pro X 10.0.4 via the Mac App Store. Apple Releases Java Updates Apple has released Java updates for Lion and Snow Leopard via their Software Update Utility and website for direct download. WD Intros My Passport Studio 2TB Portable Hard Drive Western Digital today announced the release of their My Passport Studio 2TB portable hard drive for Mac users. Apple Releases iPhoto 9.2.3 Update Apple has released the iPhoto 9.2.3 Update via their Mac App Store, Software Update Utility and website for direct download. Apple Releases iTunes 10.6.1 Update Apple has released the iTunes 10.6.1 Update via their Software Update Utility and website for direct download. Apple Releases Logic Pro and Logic Express 9.1.7 Updates Apple has released the Logic Pro 9.1.7 and Logic Express 9.1.7 updates via their Software Update Utility and Mac App Store. Apple Releases Safari 5.1.5 Update Apple has released the Safari 5.1.5 Update via their Software Update Utility and website for direct download. Digital Camera RAW Compatibility Update 3.11 Released Apple has released the Digital Camera RAW Compatibility Update 3.11 via their Software Update Utility and website for direct download. Apple Releases Software Installer Update 1.0 Apple has released the Software Installer Update 1.0 for Snow Leopard via their Software Update Utility and website for direct download. New iPad Tops Three Million Apple today announced that it has sold three million of its new iPad, since its launch on Friday, March 16th. The New iPad Review Roundup We like to do a roundup of reviews for every major Apple hardware release. And this time around, it's a roundup of reviews for the third-generation iPad. MacUpdate Unveils Spring 2012 Software Bundle MacUpdate today announced the availability of their Spring 2012 Software Bundle. Apple Releases Safari 5.1.4 Apple has released Safari 5.1.4 for Lion and Snow Leopard via their Software Update Utility and website for direct download. Apple Releases iTunes 10.6 Update Apple has released the iTunes 10.6 Update via their Software Update Utility and website for direct download. Apple Posts Video of March 2012 Media Event Apple has posted a streaming video of the special media event held today at the Yerba Buena Center for the Arts in San Francisco, California. Apple Releases iPhoto for iOS Apple today introduced iPhoto for iPad and iPhone and major updates to iMovie and GarageBand, completing its suite of iLife apps for iOS. Apple Unveils New iPad Apple today introduced the new iPad, the third generation of its mobile device, featuring a stunning new Retina display, the company's new A5X chip with quad-core graphics and a 5 megapixel iSight camera with advanced optics for capturing amazing photos and 1080p HD video. Apple Updates Apple TV Apple today announced the new Apple TV featuring support for 1080p video. Apple Releases Mac OS X 10.7.3 Supplemental Update Apple has released the Mac OS X 10.7.3 Supplemental Update via their Software Update Utility and website for direct download. Apple Releases iMac Graphic FW Update 3.0 Apple has released the iMac Graphic FW Update 3.0 via their Software Update Utility and website for direct download. Apple Holding Media Event on March 7th Apple sent out invitations today for a special media event to be held on Wednesday, March 7th at the Yerba Buena Center for the Arts in San Francisco, California. Apple Releases iMac Wi-Fi Update 1.0 Apple has released the iMac Wi-Fi Update 1.0 via their Software Update Utility and website for direct download. Apple Releases Mac mini EFI Firmware Update 1.6 Apple has released the Mac mini EFI Firmware Update 1.6 via their Software Update Utility and website for direct download. Mac Mini for $530 at MacConnection MacConnection currently has the base 2011 Mac mini on sale today for $529.95. Apple Releases OS X Mountain Lion Developer Preview Apple today released a developer preview of OS X Mountain Lion, the ninth major release of their advanced desktop operating system. Apple Releases Canon Printer Drivers v2.7 Apple has released Canon Printer Drivers v2.7 for Lion and Snow Leopard via their Software Update Utility and website for direct download. VLC 2.0 for Mac Coming This Week VideoLAN has announced that it plans to release VLC 2.0 for Mac later this week. Mac Mini Server Tips: Lights Out Management Lights Out Management (LOM) is one of the features that existed on the Xserve platform, but fails to exist on any other server option from Apple. Apple Releases iMac EFI Firmware Update 1.8 Apple has released the iMac EFI Firmware Update 1.8 via their Software Update Utility and website for direct download. Apple Releases Security Update 2012-001 v1.1 Apple has released Security Update 2012-001 v1.1 via their Software Update Utility. Apple Releases Mac OS X Lion 10.7.3 Update Apple has released the Mac OS X Lion 10.7.3 Update via their Software Update Utility and website for direct download. Final Cut Pro X 10.0.3 Released Apple today released Final Cut Pro X 10.0.3 via the Mac App Store. Apple Updates AirPort Utility and Base Station Firmware Apple has released the AirPort Utility 6.0 for Mac OS X Lion via their Software Update Utility and website for direct download. Western Digital Demonstrating Thunderbolt Drive at Macworld Western Digital today announced they are demonstrating their upcoming My Book Thunderbolt Duo dual-drive storage system at Macworld. Apple Releases Mac mini EFI Firmware Update 1.5 Apple has released the Mac mini (Mid 2010) EFI Firmware Update 1.5 via their Software Update Utility and website for direct download. Apple Reports First Quarter Results Apple today announced financial results for its fiscal 2012 first quarter, which ended on December 31st, 2011. Mac Mini Server Tips: Lion Restore without WiFi or DHCP The lack of physical installation media for Lion was met with mixed reviews. Apple Posts Video of Education Event Apple has posted a streaming video of the Education Event held today at the Guggenheim Museum in New York City. Apple Releases iTunes 10.5.3 Update Apple has released the iTunes 10.5.3 Update via their Software Update Utility and website for direct download. Apple Unveils iBooks 2, iBooks Textbooks and iBooks Author Apple today announced iBooks 2 for iPad, featuring iBooks textbooks, an entirely new kind of textbook that's dynamic, engaging and truly interactive. NewerTech Intros New MiniStack and MiniStack Max NewerTech has officially introduced their new MiniStack and MiniStack Max external hard drive solutions. Meet the MiniStack Max 9to5Mac brings news from the floor of CES about the new MiniStack Max from OWC. Elgato Intros Thunderbolt SSD Elgato today announced release of their Thunderbolt SSD for Mac users. Mobee Intros Magic Feet and Power Bar for Mac Users Mobee has introduced their Magic Feet and Power Bar charging solutions for Mac users. NewerTech Intros NuCube Vertical Stand for 2010-2011 Mac mini NewerTech has introduced their NuCube Vertical Stand for the 2010-2011 Mac mini. Apple Launches Website for iTunes Match Here's a bit of good news if you still have any questions about iTunes Match or how it works. Apple recently launched a new website for the service that includes a walk-through video, setup guide and detailed FAQ section. Firefox 9.0 Brings Improvements for Lion Mozilla has released Firefox 9.0 for Mac. Apple Updates Brother and Lexmark Printer Drivers Apple has released updated Brother and Lexmark printer drivers via their Software Update Utility and website for direct download. Apple Releases Thunderbolt Display Firmware Update 1.1 Apple has released the Thunderbolt Display Firmware Update 1.1 via their Software Update Utility and website for direct download. Apple Releases iTunes 10.5.2 Update Apple has released the iTunes 10.5.2 Update via their Software Update Utility and website for direct download. Mac App Store Downloads Top 100 Million Apple today announced that over 100 million apps have been downloaded from the Mac App Store in less than one year. Logic Pro 9 Debuts in Mac App Store Logic Pro 9 made its debut in the Mac App Store today for $199.99. Apple Releases Aperture 3.2.2 Update Apple has released the Aperture 3.2.2 Update via their Mac App Store, Software Update Utility and website for direct download. MacUpdate Unveils Winter 2011 Software Bundle MacUpdate has announced the availability of their Winter 2011 Software Bundle. Elgato Releases EyeTV 3.5.4 Elgato announced the release of the EyeTV 3.5.4 update this past week. Apple Releases Keynote 5.1.1 Update Apple has released the Keynote 5.1.1 Update via their Mac App Store, Software Update Utility and website for direct download. Apple Releases Safari 5.1.2 Update Apple has released the Safari 5.1.2 Update for Lion and Snow Leopard via their Software Update Utility and website for direct download. Apple Begins Black Friday Sale Apple has officially started their special one-day shopping event for Black Friday here in the United States. VMware Fusion 4.1 Released VMware has announced the release of Fusion 4.1, a major update of their virtualization software for Mac users. Apple Releases Thunderbolt Software Update 1.1 for Snow Leopard Apple late yesterday released the Thunderbolt Software Update 1.1 for Snow Leopard via their Software Update Utility and website for direct download. Apple Releases Final Cut Pro X 10.0.2 Update Apple has released the Final Cut Pro X 10.0.2 Update via the Mac App Store. Apple Releases iTunes 10.5.1 with iTunes Match Apple has released the iTunes 10.5.1 Update with support for iTunes Match. AirPort Base Station and Time Capsule Firmware Update 7.6 Released Apple has released the AirPort Base Station and Time Capsule Firmware Update 7.6. Apple Releases Digital Camera RAW Compatibility Update 3.9 Apple has released the Digital Camera RAW Compatibility Update 3.9 via their Software Update Utility and website for direct download. Apple Releases iOS 5.0.1 Software Update Apple just released the iOS 5.0.1 Software Update via iTunes. Apple Releases Java Updates for Lion and Snow Leopard Apple has released Java updates for Lion and Snow Leopard via their Software Update Utility and website for direct download. NewerTech Intros NuStand mini XL Monitor Riser NewerTech today announced the release of their NuStand mini XL Monitor Riser for Mac mini and iMac users. Refurbished 2011 Mac minis Apple has begun offering refurbished 2011 Mac minis in their online store. Apple Updates HP and Epson Printer Drivers Apple has released updated HP and Epson printer drivers for Mac OS X Lion and Snow Leopard via their Software Update Utility and website for direct download. Apple Releases Aperture 3.2.1 Apple has released Aperture 3.2.1 via their Software Update Utility and website for direct download. Pixelmator 2.0 Released The Pixelmator Team today announced the release of Pixelmator 2.0, the latest version of their image editing software for Mac OS X. Apple Releases Thunderbolt Software Update 1.1 In addition to the EFI firmware updates released yesterday for 2011 Macs, Apple also went and released the Thunderbolt Software Update 1.1 for Lion users. Apple Releases iMac EFI Update 1.7 Apple has released the iMac EFI Update 1.7 via their Software Update Utility and website for direct download. Apple Releases Mac mini EFI Firmware Update 1.4 Apple has released the Mac mini EFI Firmware Update 1.4 via their Software Update Utility and website for direct download. Apple Releases MacBook Pro EFI Firmware Update 2.3 Apple today released the MacBook Pro EFI Firmware Update 2.3 via their Software Update Utility and website for direct download. Apple Releases iPhoto 9.2.1 Update Apple today released the iPhoto 9.2.1 Update via their Software Update Utility, Mac App Store and website for direct download. Apple Posts Video of Steve Jobs Memorial Service Apple has posted a video of the Steve Jobs memorial service held on October 19th, 2011 at their campus in Cupertino, California. Apple Releases Canon Printer Drivers v2.7 Apple has released the Canon Printer Drivers v2.7 via their Software Update Utility and website for direct download. Apple Reports Q4 2011 Financial Results Apple today announced financial results for its fiscal 2011 fourth quarter ended September 24, 2011. iPhone 4S Review Roundup Reviews of the iPhone 4S have been coming out for the last few days now. So, we decided to put together another roundup of the best reviews out there. Apple Releases Lion Recovery Update 1.0 Apple has released the Lion Recovery Update 1.0 via their Software Update Utility and website for direct download. Apple Updates iPhoto and Aperture with Support for iCloud Apple has released the iPhoto 9.2 and Aperture 3.2 updates, which bring support for iCloud and iOS 5, via their Software Update Utility and website for direct download. Apple Releases iOS 5 Software Update Apple today released the iOS 5 Software Update via iTunes 10.5 for owners of the iPhone, iPod touch and iPad. Apple Releases Mac OS X Lion 10.7.2 Update Apple has released the Mac OS X Lion 10.7.2 Update via their Software Update Utility and website for direct download. Apple Releases Airport Utility App for iOS 5 Apple today released a new Airport Utility application for iOS 5 in the App Store. Apple Releases iTunes 10.5 with Support for iCloud and iOS 5 Apple today released the iTunes 10.5 Update with support for iCloud and iOS 5 via their Software Update Utility and website for direct download. Steve Jobs Has Passed Away It's a very sad day. Apple has announced the passing of Steve Jobs. Apple Posts Video of "Let's Talk iPhone" Special Event Apple has posted a QuickTime video of today's special "Let's Talk iPhone" media event hosted by Tim Cook. Apple Unveils iPhone 4S Apple today announced the release of the new iPhone 4S. Apple Updates iPod nano and iPod touch Apple today announced new features and more affordable pricing for both the iPod touch and iPod nano. Apple Launching iCloud on October 12th Apple today announced that iCloud will be available on October 12th. LaCie Intros LaPlug Network Device LaCie has announced the release of LaPlug, a new device that allows users to share any USB hard drive or thumb drive over a local network. Apple Holding iPhone Media Event on October 4th Well, it's on! Apple sent out invitations today for a special iPhone media event to be held on Tuesday, October 4th at the company's Town Hall auditorium at its headquarters in Cupertino, California. Apple Thunderbolt Display Review Roundup A couple really nice reviews of the Apple Thunderbolt Display were posted up towards the end of the week. WD Unveils New My Passport Drives for Mac Western Digital today announced the release of their new line of My Passport portable hard drives for Mac users. LaCie Shipping Little Big Disk Thunderbolt Series And so it begins. LaCie has started shipping out their Little Big Disk Thunderbolt Series of external hard drives. Apple Releases Thunderbolt Display Firmware Update Apple has released the Thunderbolt Display Firmware Update via their Software Update Utility and website for direct download. Apple Releases Final Cut Pro X Software Update Apple today announced the release of the Final Cut Pro X 10.0.1 Software Update and a free trial of the software. Apple Posts Thunderbolt Display Connection Options Apple has posted a new support document that outlines the connection options for the Apple Thunderbolt Display with Thunderbolt-enabled Macs. Apple Releases Thunderbolt Software Update Apple has released the Thunderbolt Software Update via their Software Update Utility and website for direct download. Apple Releases Mac mini EFI Firmware Update 1.3 Apple has released the Mac mini EFI Firmware Update 1.3 via their Software Update Utility and website for direct download. VMware Intros Fusion 4 VMware today announced the release of Fusion 4, a major update of their virtualization software for Mac users. Briefly: Bentley and Mac Mini Vault Bentley Motors today unveiled a new concept car that puts a Mac mini, two iPads, and an iPod touch at the heart of its onboard entertainment system. Microsoft Releases Office for Mac 2011 14.1.3 Update Microsoft today announced the release of the Office for Mac 2011 14.1.3 Update. MacConnection Offers 3% Discount on Mac mini MacConnection is currently offering a 3% off coupon code "3%MACDEAL" for all new Macs on their website. Apple Releases Security Update 2011-005 Apple has released Security Update 2011-005 for Lion and Snow Leopard via their Software Update Utility and website for direct download. Apple Releases Lexmark 2.6 Printer Drivers Apple has released the Lexmark 2.6 Printer Drivers via their Software Update Utility and website for direct download. Sonnet Intros RackMac mini Xserve with Thunderbolt for Mac mini Sonnet Technologies today announced that it will introduce their RackMac mini Xserve for Thunderbolt-enabled Mac minis at IBC 2011. MacUpdate Unveils Fall 2011 Software Bundle MacUpdate today announced the availability of their Fall 2011 Software Bundle. Digital Camera RAW Compatibility Update 3.8 Released Apple has released Digital Camera RAW Compatibility Update 3.8 via their Software Update Utility and website for direct download. Macworld Benchmarks 2.7GHz Core i7 Mac mini with SSD Macworld posted a new article today showing the performance of a BTO Mac mini with a 2.7GHz Core i7 processor and a 256GB SSD. Steve Jobs Resigns as CEO of Apple Apple's Board of Directors today announced that Steve Jobs has resigned as Chief Executive Officer, and the Board has named Tim Cook, previously Apple's Chief Operating Officer, as the company's new CEO. Apple Updates Epson Printer Drivers Apple has released the Epson 2.8 Printer Drivers via their Software Update Utility and website for direct download. Apple Releases iTunes 10.4.1 Apple has released iTunes 10.4.1 via their Software Update Utility and website for direct download. Logitech Intros Wireless Solar Keyboard K750 for Mac Logitech has announced the release of their Wireless Solar Keyboard K750 for Mac. Apple Releases Mac OS X Lion 10.7.1 Update Apple has released the Mac OS X Lion 10.7.1 Update via their Software Update Utility and website for direct download. Apple Releases OS X Lion USB Thumb Drive Apple has started selling the OS X Lion USB Thumb Drive via their online store. iFixit Intros Mac Mini Dual Hard Drive Kit iFixit has announced the release of their Mac Mini Dual Hard Drive Kit for the new 2011 Mac mini. Apple Releases Migration Assistant Update for Leopard Users Apple has released the Migration Assistant Update for Mac OS X Leopard via their Software Update Utility and website for direct download. Ars Reviews 2011 Mac mini as HTPC Ars Technica has posted a review of the new 2011 Mac mini being used as a home theater PC. Apple Releases Logic Pro and Logic Express 9.1.5 Updates Apple has released the Logic Pro 9.1.5 and Logic Express 9.1.5 updates via their Software Update Utility and website for direct download. Apple Releases Lion Recovery Disk Assistant Apple today released the Lion Recovery Disk Assistant via their Software Update Utility and website for direct download. |  |