Apple confirms USB bug in Mac OS X 10.2.5

Apple has confirmed a Mac OS X 10.2.5 USB bug with some hubs and USB devices that causes a kernel panic on systems: "A kernel panic occurs a few minutes after starting up and you are prompted to restart.
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Panther: Multiple Graphical Logins?

MacOSRumors reports that the next major revision of Mac OS X may supply a frequently requested feature:

Panther, the new version of OS X that will be previewed at WWDC in June, may well be the first version of Apple's modern operating system that allows multiple simultaneous graphical user logins.
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New Study Says Many Choose Not To Surf

When we hear the term 'Digital Divide', we usually think it refers to the gap between those who can afford technology and Internet access, and those who cannot. However, like just about everything else these days, lumping people in either the techno-rich or techno-poor buckets just won't cut it. A new study, the results of which were released recently, looked at who makes up the 'have-nots' side of the Digital Divide and came up with some interesting info that sheds new light on the digitally disenfranchised. (Source Wired)
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Apple's Music Service - April 28th?

This Latest LA Times story (registration required) discusses Steve Jobs' statement denying any current bid on Universal's Music division.

The article also confirms a date for the launch of the service:

If Jobs decides to make a formal bid, he is unlikely to do so until after Apple launches its online music delivery service April 28, sources said. Apple's digital downloading service would feature songs from all five major record companies. (Source MacRumours.com)
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Sony recalls Cyber-Shot digital cameras

Japanese electronics giant Sony Corp. said Wednesday it was recalling popular Cyber-shot digital cameras sold worldwide to repair potential battery-related problems.
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Linksys ships full Line of wireless A+G products supporting both existing and emerging standards.


Linksys announced the shipment of its wireless A+G router and access point: Wireless Dual Band A+G Wireless Router (WRT55AG) and A+G Access Point (WAP55AG). These universal dual-band (2.4 GHz and 5.0 GHz) multi-mode products for small business and consumers support existing and emerging IEEE wireless standards, including 802.11b, 802.11a, and the 802.11g draft specification. With the Router and Access Point, Linksys is now shipping a complete line of Wireless A+ G products including its Wireless A+G PC Card and PCI Adapter announced last month.
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Sony introduces cordless LCD Vega TVs with high-speed wireless (802.11a) interface.

The KLV-17WS1 and the KLV-15WS1 using the new 5GHz wireless protocol 802.11a to receive a broadband media signal anywhere in the home.
This is the first Liquid Crystal TVs that uses 5Ghz technology on the market.
There have been 2.4Ghz models on the market, but they had interference problems with microwave ovens etc.
The Sony Models promise high picture quality.
The cordless TVs sell for 210,000yen and 165,000yen.

Confirmed: New PowerMac Has Aluminum Front Panel
(According to MacWhispers)

The New PowerMac will have a sleek new look, with even
a aluminium Front Panel. Ti-Tower?
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Apple releases AirPort Extreme Base Station Firmware 5.0.4

AirPort Extreme Base Station Firmware 5.0.4 is an upgrade for the AirPort Extreme Base Station. This firmware revision is not for use with the original (Graphite) or the dual-Ethernet (Snow) base stations.

This update is recommended if your AirPort Extreme Base Station stops responding after being on a busy Ethernet Network and for all customers with French AirPort Extreme Base Stations.
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Keynote; Got themes?

Power point is old new with the venue of Apple Keynote.
Speaking of Keynotes love it but not enough theme. Got themes?
We do know where you can find them. We visited Keynotes On-Line communities.
Great Stuff! Tips newletter, advise, and how to.....and of course some themes.
Full Review will be available in the [Digital][Dispatch] Issue # 16
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/Online Audience Still Dislikes Paying for Streaming Content
New Survey from RampRate Technology Advisors Says
Even as consumers continue to fuel the market for paid online video and audio content, the majority are doing so grudgingly, according to a new nationwide survey conducted by Synovate of Chicago for RampRate, a trusted technology advisor and purchasing index for IT sourcing services.

Virex 7.2.1 Released  April 16, 2003 - 8:29pm

Virex has quietly released Virex 7.2.1. This update reportedly fixes a bug which causes problems when users try to install Fink in a system where Virex is already installed. If you are a Virex user who also uses Fink, this update is well worth it.

Virex 7.2.1 is a free download for all .Mac members.

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/Apple's Steve Jobs: 'Apple has never made any offer to invest in or acquire a major music company' (According to a press release recived by MacdailyNews)
"Apple has never made any offer to invest in or acquire a major music company. The press statements this morning attributed to Vivendi board member Claude Bebear are untrue, as Mr. Bebear has confirmed in a later report," said Steve Jobs, Apple's CEO. "Beyond these comments, we will abide by Apple's policy of not commenting on rumors."

BEST KEPT SECRETS

SHAREWARE; -YOU KNOW YOU WANT IT!

Have you ever stop a minute to think that the best software on the market (most of them anyway) have begun as SHAREWARE? Everyone love to find a new piece of software that is quite remarquable. You want to treat yourself to a little discovery trip to the land of SHAREWARE at: http://shareware.macnet2.com/

You will find great stuff, and who knows you may even catch (at a early stage) the next "Office" at rock buttom price. To keep it going don't forget to encourage the devellopper buy paying your (most of the time) SHAREWARE FEES. If you are to broke, don't rip it off, just contact the devellopper and offer him food, trade-up item......anything! Be a good sport.

Crack Screen Issues with Apple New PowerBook 17"
Read a bunch of reports on the net about screen problems with
Apple new 17" PowerBook.

Here are tips to avoid problems:

a) Try not to purchase a first generation Apple Product (If you can...)
b) If you Must, than Don't buy it On Line
c) Go see your trusted Apple Reseller and BEFORE Paying TRY the Powerbook
d) The Crack Screen Issue seems to have to do with Latch Sticking, and Applying Pressure
at the wrong place.
d) Treat the 17" Laptop Like A Baby DO NOT ASSUME since it's a portable, that it is build like a Tank
e) Be aware that if you DAMMAGE the SCREEN APPLE WILL NOT REPLACE IT FREE of charge.
f) It seems that for APPLE to Consider REPLACING a SCREEN with DEATH PIXELS the MINIMUM COUNT is at least 7 (death Pixels)
g) If a product is shipped to you (by let's say Fed-ex or any other carrier) and arrive dammage it will be extremely dificult to PROUVE that the DAMMAGE has been done by THEM, and APPLE will Claim that the PACKAGING that comes with the PowerBook is suffiscient.
h) Get With it! Buy the APPLE CARE EXTENDED PROTECTION PLAN it is worth in my opinion EVERY DIME.

BEST KEPT SECRET

We like Widget; We Love Konfabulator

Easely one of the most fun thing you can treat your Mac with are Widgets.
The Perfect tool to run them, get them and even write them is Konfabulator.

Free to try, and only a few $ to keep, plus a great web site to download tons
of widgets can be find at: www.konfabulator.deskmod.com

You will have so much fun with this that you'll find it hard to do anything else for a while.

Apple in the work for the next Jaguar; Code name Panther

iPod has been updated to version 1.4.2
WEB SITE: http://www.podmanager.com

/Mitsubishi projector boasts 2500 ANSI lumens
Mitsubishi Digital Electronics has rolled out its Mac compatible XD350U ColorView DLP projector, which boasts 2500 ANSI lumens of brightness and a maximum SXGA resolution of 1280 x 1024 (XGA native resolution is 1024 x 768) in its six-pound frame.

/Microsoft eyeing Universal Music; Apple not too serious

Apple Computer Inc. may have some competition if it plans to purchase Universal Music Group from Vivendi Universal. Microsoft Corp. is apparently interested in buying the music giant

Best Kept Secret 2
Puzzle With Wi-Fi? The Wireless Networking Starter Kit Book Is For You

You have one of these Wi-Fi units at home or office (and since Apple documentation is to say the least ?Thin?), you can?t for the love of god figure out how to make it work properly.
Fear no more! Here is a very clever book design to let you understand and resolve issues with Wi-Fi.

/Best Kept Secret 3
The Best Shareware OSX Screen Capture Period: ScreenRecord !

Screen Record is a screen recording tool that allows the user to capture continuous images on the screen as a Quicktime movie. It is useful for creating training CDs, visual tutorials, and many more. It can even be used as a monitoring device.

/Best Kept Secret 1
Stupendous Software For iMovie 2: Hollywood Effects On A Shoestring Budget

Always wanted to have in your iMovie Toolkit Super effects like the one use by Hollywood
Master Editor. Look no more. Stupendous Software has created a suite of plug-ins for iMovie enthousiast and professionnals alike.

/Apple Announces Final Cut Pro 4
Major Upgrade With More Than 300 New Features