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roundup
Roundup: The Best of CES/Macworld 2009, All In One Place
The biggest news week of the year in gadgets is now over. Here's a full guide to our coverage of both Macworld and CES 2009 with everything you need to know. More »
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By John MahoneyComment by shenanigans: This is the first time I'm saying this but, Macworld was effin garbage. CES stomped it into the ground. 7 Responses | Other threads
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macworld 2009
Kensington SlimBlade Trackball Built to Handle Digital Content
A trackball? In 2009? Indeed, Kensington is going retro with a new design that they claim is the first to "allow users to navigate and manipulate digital content through the ball itself." More »
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By Sean FallonComment by diverguy: I've been using a Kensginton Expert mouse for years. Standard mice should be banned outright. Trackballs, and I mean real... 8 Responses | Other threads
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macworld 2009
Modbook Pro Is Secret Son of an iPod Touch and a MacBook Pro
No XL iPod touch pro or fabled Apple tablets at the Philnote. Too bad, because I want one badly. Maybe the new pen and touch-enabled Modbook Pro will do. More »
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By Jesus DiazComment by Mona N.: Pass - Windows 7 aka usable Vista and a netbook for me, please. Screw Apple, it's MSFT's year. 12 Responses | Other threads
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apple
As Macworld Fades Into CES...
As our warriors move from the beachheads of SF to the trenches of LV, here's today's recap, and reminder that thewarweek is far from over: More »
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Comment by inspiredEpic: I see no reason to upgrade from iLife '08 to iLife '09, likewise with iWork. Heck, screw iWork, I use Office... 7 Responses | Other threads
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fakemodo
Apple Keynote Beer Goggles to Become Obligatory in 2009
This one slipped even below Jim Goldman's rumor radar: The Apple Keynote Beer Goggles. Judging from today's snoringfest, I won't be surprised if they make them obligatory for every event in 2009.
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By Jesus DiazComment by ZLevee: These goggles are in use already: + Watch video 2 Responses | Other threads
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qotd
Did You Enjoy The Keynote Any Less Without Steve Jobs?
Aside from the actual speculated products, the big news surrounding the Apple Macworld keynote was that Steve Jobs would be out sick. But as I refreshed the Gizmodo liveblog, I wondered, did it matter? More »
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By Mark WilsonComment by Stacky Botrus: Th kynt ws fn, bt th prdct nnmcmnts sckd. Whr th fck s th 9" MC TBLT BTCH? 15 Responses | Other threads
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macworld 2009
Watch the Entire Macworld 2009 Event
Our liveblog is good, but nothing beats seeing the last Macworld keynote with your own eyes. Fortunately, Apple has posted the entire event online in QuickTime. [Apple]
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By Sean FallonComment by Philip Marquis: haha i knew it before you posted it :D o and FIRST :D 5 Responses | Other threads
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macworld 2009
Apple Confirms $179 Battery Swap Cost for 17" MacBook Pro
We just confirmed with Apple that swapping out the 17" MacBook Pro's non-removable battery will cost $179. Fortunately, says Apple, the swap might not be needed for a long time: More »
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Comment by daftrok: I just have to say this: Fuck Apple. Fuck their OSX being only operating their hardware. Fuck their closing of... 27 Responses | Other threads
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macworld 2009
iMovie '09: Video Tour
In this shakey cam tour (sorry) we go over the three most interesting functions in iMovie 09: The globetrotting map animations, an automatic shake stabilizer, and the zoomed in precision editor. More » -
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iPhoto '09 Video Tour
Here are a few best features of iPhoto '09, including Faces and Places, which recognizes people in your albums and the locations you took those photos in. More » -
macworld 2009
Where's the Mac Mini? And Other Rumor Smashes!
If Wired, TUAW and Macrumors are independently reporting a Mac Mini is on its way, we know it exists. Evidently, we're just not going to see it at Macworld. So what about other rumors? More »
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By Mark WilsonComment by Vivara: I'm quite happy that there are no new iMacs. I love thinking that my 24 inch is the latest and... 16 Responses | Other threads
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macworld 2009
The Story Behind the 17" MacBook Pro's Amazing Long-Lasting Battery
Battery life is limited, but Apple built a non-removable battery for the 17" MacBook Pro that lasts up to 8 hours. [Apple]
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Comment by OMG! DEITY!: Wow. I know this is cool and I was interested and all... ...but I just stepped back and thought "I've just watched... 14 Responses | Other threads
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macworld 2009
17" MacBook Pro Unibody First Hands On
The new 17" MacBook Pro with a unibody construction and an integrated battery feels thinner than the previous version and really looks beautiful. Check out our gallery to see for yourself. More »
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Comment by Tristan Smith: This is kind of off topic, but is the mac mini ever going to get an update or is it... 12 Responses | Other threads
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macworld 2009
Testing the iPhone's New Wireless iTunes Downloads
Today iPhone users can download music from iTunes not just through their computers or Wi-Fi, but AT&T's 3G network. So how does it work? Testing it in Vegas, we can say rocky but functional. More »
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By Mark WilsonComment by Sixdust: Should have downloaded Nude, instead of Bodysnatchers. 12 Responses | Other threads
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macworld 2009
iTunes Gets DRM Free, New Prices, Purchase Over 3G
iTunes is going DRM free and breaking their single-price rule with three points: 69 cents, 99 cents, and $1.29. Not surprised, given the pressure from other music stores. The iPhone will allow 3G downloads too. More »
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By Jesus DiazComment by akashhhhh: I <3 my Zune subscription service. I'm surprised there isn't a subscription offering from iTunes yet, honestly. 50 Responses | Other threads
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macworld 2009
17-inch MacBook Pro is Unibody, $2799
Finally providing a noticeable difference between the MacBook and MacBook Pro, Apple has pushed the Pro's screen to 17 inches, its price to $2799, and thrown in a high-capacity (non-replaceable!) battery. More »
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By John HerrmanComment by OMG! Ponies!: At the risk of sounding tasteless: Which will last longer? The battery or Steve Jobs? 33 Responses | Other threads
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macworld 2009
iWork '09 Includes iWork.com, Costs $79 + Subscription
Just as rumored last week, Apple is taking iWork '09 online with file hosting and group editing services. Think of it as MobileMe, but for your documents. And that's not all.
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By John HerrmanComment by MikeSWelch: HOORAY!! A less functional fee based version of google docs! 6 Responses | Other threads
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macworld 2009
Keynote Remote for iPhone Will Make Corporate Drones Horny
The new Keynote Remote will allow you to control the new Keynote 09 straight from your iPhone. Unlike the free Apple Remote for iPhone—which control iTunes in your computer—this one costs .99 cents. More »
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By Jesus DiazComment by contempt: i hate that it's wifi based! i usually give keynote presentations at a clients, and only half have wifi,... 3 Responses | Other threads
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macworld 2009
Sting Teaches You to Play Guitar in Garageband '09
In one of the odder announcements during the Macworld keynote, Sting, along with others like Norah Jones, will teach you to play guitar and piano in Garageband '09. More »
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By Mark WilsonComment by 92BuickLeSabre: How about they combine their powers and Norah Jones can teach us all the power of Tantra. 13 Responses | Other threads
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macworld 2009
Apple Revamps iLife for '09: $79 for iPhoto Facial Recognition, Improved iMovie and More
Today at Macworld 2009, Apple showed off a new iPhoto with true facial recognition, a better iMovie and other iLife updates—$79 solo, $99 for family, requires Leopard, available late January. More »
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Comment by OMG! Ponies!: And it will ID people too. That's great for us stalkers. 16 Responses | Other threads
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ces 2009
Shure SE115 Low-End Headphone Update Adds More... Low End
Shure's affordable SE110 headphones may be celebrated, but they decided to improve the design anyway. The SE115 adds bass without crowding out mids and highs, and—apparently by popular demand—comes in four colors. More »
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Comment by EVEs_Mako: Are these things really THAT great? Talk to me people. 12 Responses | Other threads
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apple
Macworld 2009 Keynote Liveblog Archive
Here we go. The last Apple Macworld keynote ever. More »
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By Jason ChenComment by jewsrock: I really believe the iPhone nano rumor. 39 Responses | Other threads
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macworld 2009
Giz Liveblog Pizza Bingo: Follow the Keynote Here, Win Free Pizza
The Giz Liveblog Pizza Bingo lives! Follow the Macworld 2009 keynote liveblog and win a free pizza like Maximillian Hill. Here are the instructions: More »
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By Jesus DiazComment by OMG! Ponies!: DiFara's doesn't take orders over the internet. The only internet pizza near me is Domino's. Blech! 6 Responses | Other threads
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streaming media
Sling Updates: HD Streaming Coming to Mac, iPhone Sling App Scheduled for Q1
Sling Media revealed that HD streaming will be coming to Mac users via Sling.com, and they plan to submit the Sling iPhone app for approval in Q1 of this year. More »
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Comment by Fuji-kun: WTF is HD in a 3 inch screen? to have hd in that screen is just pointless cause to see... 5 Responses | Other threads
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rumor
New Mac Mini Stuffed With Up to 1TB Storage
More evidence that the new Mac minis are at least partly geared toward the cheap server market: SeeFile dropped their press release pimping support of the "new Apple Mac Mini hardware" just a little early. More »
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Comment by ninjagin: Hmmmm. Interesting. I like my mini quite a lot. It's been a trusty little machine for websurfin' and email and... 10 Responses | Other threads
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rumor
iPhone 3G Tethering Plan Coming This Week
The long-awaited (previously confirmed) iPhone 3G tethering plan for AT&T is coming this week for Macworld, says TUAW. Standard AT&T tether plan pricing: $30/month with a 5GB cap. Who's excited??? [TUAW] -
apple
Macworld 2009 Rumors Round-Up
Macworld 2009 is the last one for Apple. Will El Schillerino come up with a hubblelicious supernova of hardware and software? Will it be a farty puff? Here are all the rumors, sorted by probability. More » -
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Rumor: 17-inch Apple MacBook Pro Finally Receiving Update, Better Battery
Word from Asia today is that the 17-inch MacBook Pro, which conspicuously lacked the aluminum update its smaller brethren and cousins received earlier this year, will finally receive its refresh at MacWorld—with a twist. -
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Spy Photos of Apple's Macworld 2009 Booth
Ooooooooh, black curtains! Apple says they won't have "revolutionary" products for Macworld 2009, but maybe this means that their new products are worth the secrecy.
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rumor
New Mac Mini at Macworld, Will Look Like iMac + Time Capsule
TUAW has the most complete description yet of the new Mac mini widely rumored/expected to launch at Macworld. It'll be topped with iMac-esque black plastic instead of white, and have a lip like Time Capsule.
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Comment by D.E.P.C. loves chocolate covered fetuses: Pwrd by Stv Jbs' cncr! ('m shmd f myslf, rlly.) 19 Responses | Other threads
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Rumor: Apple iWork Going to the Cloud?
9 to 5's latest Apple rumor is that the iWork suite, Apple's Office competitor, is going to the cloud. More »
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By Brian LamComment by Jason Martin: DO NOT WANT cloud services are just plain dumb, I want to own my software, not rent it 11 Responses | Other threads
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rumor
Rumor: Apple Launching Giant iPod Touch Next Fall
Citing "three independent sources close to Apple," one who has "actually held the device," TechCrunch says Apple is planning to release a giant iPod touch device with a seven- or nine-inch screen next fall. More » -
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Steve Jobs' Health Declining Rapidly, Reason for Macworld Cancellation
According to a previously reliable source, Apple misrepresented the reasons behind Macworld and Jobs' keynote cancellation. Allegedly, the real cause is his rapidly declining health. In fact, it may be even worse than we imagined: More »
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By Jesus DiazComment by Substance_D: ...who's the guy with the apple? 36 Responses | Other threads
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rumor
Apple Home Server Will Share Music, Movies and Photos Over the Internet
We love HP's new Time Machine-compatible MediaSmart Home Server. 9to5Mac reports that Apple is working on something similar, but it'll be tied into MobileMe and will share music, movies and more over the internet.
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Comment by tande04: Could you access it with an iPhone? Or an iPhone nano? 7 Responses | Other threads
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apple
The Dream iPhone Pro
Here's the new iPhone Pro, something that we don't expect at MacWorld 2009 at all. However, we do expect something like this to come at a later date. Why? Because it just makes sense. More »
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By Jesus DiazComment by NeoXY: Its hot...but it'd also be thick don't you think? I don't know. The battle between good feature/good footprint is a hard... 14 Responses | Other threads
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apple
Leaked OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard Screenshot Shows 32-bit Mode
Sevenmac Magazin got themselves some screenshots of Apple's new OS X update, Snow Leopard, and it looks like apps with 32-bit modules will need to run in 32-bit mode even if they are 64-bit. More »
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By Dan NosowitzComment by dallasmay: yeah, and Vista should have been a free update to your current PC. And the New Macbook should be a... 8 Responses | Other threads
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iphone
Apple Patent Shows Nifty Keyboard Gestures for the iPhone
While many non-imminent Apple patents can edge into the realm of wishful thinking, this one is pretty doable: useful little gestures for the iPhone, which are received over the phone's onscreen keyboard. More » -
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Comment by opus13: holy shit. you just salved what kind of books to get for my kid. i totally forgot about the... 6 Responses | Other threads
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rumor
Rumor: New iMacs Shipping Next Month
Plausible, but still rumor-y: Chinese paper Economic Daily News says new iMacs are coming next month, which goes with what we've been hearing about about Nvidia chipsets and new Intel quad-cores. [Digitimes via AppleInsider] -
question of the day
Do You Think Steve Jobs Is Retiring Very Soon?
Everyone's at least a little surprised that Steve Jobs won't be giving Apple's final Macworld keynote. But do you think it's because he's about to retire?
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