Hackintosh

Apple Reportedly Killing Laptops With Intel Inside, the Hackintosh, Dreams

Piling onto months of rumors, Mark Gurman and Ian King of Bloomberg News are reporting that Apple plans to move to Apple-built CPUs for its computers, ending the use of Intel CPUs in Apple hardware. Apple is currently the third-largest maker of computers in the US and the loss for Intel would be significant. But…

Tech News Alex Cranz Apr 2

5 Reasons to Build a Hackintosh (and How to Get Started)

Windows fans can build their own computers when they can’t find one in stores to match their needs, but custom-made Macs are much harder to put together, as Apple doesn’t like having its software and hardware separated. But if you’ve got the time, and really need your beefy computer running macOS, than you should build…

Gadgets David Nield Oct 6

How to Run Mac OS X Inside Windows Using VirtualBox

Even if you’re a Windows fan, you’ve probably thought about trying OS X. Maybe you’d like to test drive OS X before switching to a Mac or building a Hackintosh, or maybe you just want to run that one killer OS X app on your Windows machine. Whatever your reason, you can actually install and…

io9 Whitson Gordon Aug 28

The Best Way Save $1800: A Hackintosh Mac Pro

While the majority of hackintoshes we’ve seen recently have involved netbooks, there’s something to be said for making your own $2700 Mac Pro for $900 in components… and a cardboard box. Apparently someone at One Block Off the Grid was having trouble running Adobe After Effects on his Mac. The obvious solution? Buy a bunch…

Tech News Brian Barrett Oct 6

Axon Haptic Will Be the Tablet You Can Hackintosh

Choosing not to go down the Psystar route and sell its tablet pre-loaded with OS X, Axon will instead let customers hackintosh its Haptic tablet—selling it minus an OS. Load Windows, Linux or even OS X on it. CrunchGear is claiming they’ve heard you’ll be able to pre-order the Haptic tablet this week. As it’s…

Tech News Kat Hannaford Aug 13

Psystar Sells T-Shirts Now, Seriously, T-Shirts

Remember Psystar, the hackintosh company that stood up to Apple (and lost)? While they can’t sell you a PC running OS X anymore, they will sell you this $15 t-shirt. Oh how the mighty have fallen. [Psystar Thanks MacJedi!]

Tech News Mark Wilson Dec 28

Sony Vaio UX Becomes a Killer Hackintosh UMPC

Not only can this 2007 model UX490 quad-boot into OS X, Windows 7, XP Pro, and Vista Business, but its specs have been overhauled. A voice-capable HSPA modem has been added, plus a faster CPU and larger solid-state hard disk. https://gizmodo.com/sony-vaio-ux-micro-pc-goes-premium-226823 The original 1.2GHz Core 2 Solo U2200 processor (which was soldered in place) has…

Tech News Danny Allen Nov 23

Intel Atom’s Snow Leopard Compatibility Re-Hacked

The 10.6.2 update for Snow Leopard didn’t include Atom chipset support, so it wouldn’t work on hackintoshes—but didn’t keep enterprising hackers from finding a workaround. They promised it last week, and now they’ve delivered: Atom support is back, although apparently implementing the fix isn’t the easiest project. Still, the ball’s in Apple’s court now. Is…

Tech News Dan Nosowitz Nov 20

Flash 10.1 Is Good News for Hackintosh Netbooks

High-Def Flash video is a stretch on some hacktintosh netbooks, but Flash 10.1 brings it into the realm of possibility. I just installed it on my MSI Wind running Leopard, and damn: HD YouTube and Vimeo videos were almost watchable. https://gizmodo.com/how-to-hackintosh-a-dell-mini-10v-into-the-ultimate-sn-5389166 I say almost, because there was still some noticeable frame dropping. But still, I…

Tech News Danny Allen Nov 17

Psystar Is Royally Screwed

Yet another bad day for Psystar. After both Apple and the shady hackintosh company filed for summary judgements, the rulings are out, and Psystar is looking pretty screwed. https://gizmodo.com/psystar-files-for-bankruptcy-5270448 All of Psystar’s motions for summary judgment were denied, while all of Apple’s were granted. That means that Apple got exactly what they wanted, while Psystar…

Tech News Chris Jacob Nov 14

Netbook Hackintosh 10.6.2 Fix Coming In “A Few Weeks,” Fallen Netbooks Can Be Revived Now

When Apple killed Atom processor support in the Snow Leopard 10.6.2 update, it was one of the first times they’d actively tried to stop hobbyist hackintoshing. It was also sort of a dick move! Luckily, it’s not going to stick. https://gizmodo.com/confirmed-snow-leopard-10-6-2-update-is-missing-atom-s-5400895 The (main) man behind the NetbookInstaller software, which takes care of enough of the…

Tech News John Herrman Nov 11

Latest Snow Leopard Developer Build Breaks Hackintosh Support… Again

Enough with the back and forth already, Apple. If you’re going to kill Atom support then just kill it. Don’t toy with us, taking and giving like some sort of merciless god. https://gizmodo.com/is-apple-trying-to-kill-hackintosh-netbooks-os-x-10-6-5395020 The video above shows what happens if you try to boot the latest 10.6.2 developer build on a Hackintosh. As you can…

Tech News Chris Jacob Nov 7

Surprise! Psystar’s Rebel EFI Software and Customer Service are Shady

Psystar’s Rebel EFI software promises that you can install OS X on any PC with a Core 2 Duo, Quad, i7 or Xeon Nehalem processor for $50, but we are discovering that you will probably end up getting screwed royally. While CrunchGear was able to get Rebel EFI working, it is important to point out…

Tech News Sean Fallon Nov 5

OS X 10.6.2 Does Not Ditch Atom Support, Hackintosh Safe

It appears that Atom support has resurfaced in the latest developer build (10C535), so users running OS X on Atom netbooks are safe, for now. Although, anything can happen between now and the final build. [Stell via 9to5Mac via Crunchgear] https://gizmodo.com/is-apple-trying-to-kill-hackintosh-netbooks-os-x-10-6-5395020

Tech News Sean Fallon Nov 4

Is Apple Trying to Kill Hackintosh Netbooks? OS X 10.6.2 Ditches Atom CPU Support

Coders have confirmed that the developer build of Snow Leopard 10.6.2 nixes support for netbook Atom processors. Nothing’s final yet, of course, but given Apple’s lame fight with Palm over iTunes compatibility, are hackintosh netbooks next in the firing line? https://gizmodo.com/apple-and-palm-the-itunes-syncing-fight-is-officially-5393038 The current recommendation is to stick with 10.6.1 if you’re running Snow Leopard, or…

Tech News Danny Allen Nov 2

How To: Hackintosh a Dell Mini 10v Into the Ultimate Snow Leopard Netbook

Here’s the pitch: a 10-inch, almost-pocketable computer running Snow Leopard, the latest, greatest version of OS X. It costs just $300. Sound good? Here’s how to make your own. Why You Should Do This Last time we threw together a guide like this, things were different. Snow Leopard was but a glint in Steve Jobs’…

Tech News John Herrman Oct 24

Psystar’s Rebel EFI Works: Make Your PC a Mac for $50

In case you missed it, Psystar’s new downloadable software lets you install OS X on any PC with a Core 2 Duo, Quad, i7 or Xeon Nehalem processor. CrunchGear tried it on an HP TouchSmart, and even the touchscreen worked. https://gizmodo.com/psystars-50-software-lets-you-put-snow-leopard-on-a-no-5387915 Turns out the OS X install screen takes ages to come (they thought it…

Tech News Danny Allen Oct 23

Psystar’s $50 Software Lets You Put Snow Leopard on a Non-Hacked PC

Not content with waging a crazy legal battle with Apple based on just selling hardware with Snow Leopard on it, Psystar is now selling software that lets you put OS X on any new PC. You can actually download a trial version yourself before you hand over your $50. Keep in mind that you’ll need…

Tech News Jason Chen Oct 22

Final Round of Psystar vs Apple Might Be Called Off

I’m pissed. For months, I’ve been waiting for the Psystar vs Apple trial to hit the court. And now both companies are filing motions for summary judgments and potentially denying me a show? https://gizmodo.com/psystar-sobers-up-lawyers-up-prepares-to-die-go-to-co-5325537 As a result of the individual motions by both companies, two hearings have been set for November 12 to determine whether…

Tech News Rosa Golijan Oct 9

Man, That’s a Huge Hackintosh

Check out the machine Intel used to demo their insanely fast 10Gbps Light Peak optical data transfer tech at IDF: Yep, a hulking freak of a Hackintosh—the only thing that’s more awesome than a super teeny tiny Hackintosh. https://gizmodo.com/intel-light-peak-optical-tech-achieves-insane-10gb-s-sp-5366186 And hey, if Intel does it, that means it’s totally cool for everybody else, right? [Engadget]

Tech News Matt Buchanan Sep 24

Hackintosh

Apple Reportedly Killing Laptops With Intel Inside, the Hackintosh, Dreams

5 Reasons to Build a Hackintosh (and How to Get Started)

How to Run Mac OS X Inside Windows Using VirtualBox

The Best Way Save $1800: A Hackintosh Mac Pro

Axon Haptic Will Be the Tablet You Can Hackintosh

Psystar Sells T-Shirts Now, Seriously, T-Shirts

Sony Vaio UX Becomes a Killer Hackintosh UMPC

Intel Atom’s Snow Leopard Compatibility Re-Hacked

Flash 10.1 Is Good News for Hackintosh Netbooks

Psystar Is Royally Screwed

Netbook Hackintosh 10.6.2 Fix Coming In “A Few Weeks,” Fallen Netbooks Can Be Revived Now

Latest Snow Leopard Developer Build Breaks Hackintosh Support… Again

Surprise! Psystar’s Rebel EFI Software and Customer Service are Shady

OS X 10.6.2 Does Not Ditch Atom Support, Hackintosh Safe

Is Apple Trying to Kill Hackintosh Netbooks? OS X 10.6.2 Ditches Atom CPU Support

How To: Hackintosh a Dell Mini 10v Into the Ultimate Snow Leopard Netbook

Psystar’s Rebel EFI Works: Make Your PC a Mac for $50

Psystar’s $50 Software Lets You Put Snow Leopard on a Non-Hacked PC

Final Round of Psystar vs Apple Might Be Called Off

Man, That’s a Huge Hackintosh

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