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Less than a month after releasing the latest update to its 5th generation iPods, Apple has released iPod Firmware 1.2.3 via iTunes. Per usual, Apple gives very few details and only states that the update contains "bug fixes." Thanks to everyone who sent this in...

Apple announced today that they will be opening a new retail store on Chestnut Street in San Francisco this Friday, November 23, 2007 at 9:00 a.m. PST. The store opening falls on Black Friday (the day after Thanksgiving) which Apple acknowledges will feature a special shopping event: The perfect day for a grand opening. Come early, come late, and enjoy extended hours this Friday, November 23,...

Hrmpf provides details about Apple's latest patent applications. This time, Apple has filed for nine patents related to Flash memory, memory controllers, circuit boards and their applications. This technology may provide data storage in various portable devices, such as digital cameras, other image storing devices, portable audio devices, personal digital assistants (PDA), and digital video...

Apple posted a 1.2.2 iPod update for owners of 5th generation iPods today via iTunes. No details on what specific improvements have been made. Apple simply notes the update contains "bug fixes". Update: Based on comments in the discussion, it is recommended you are upgraded to the latest iTunes (7.5) before (or after) applying this...

A ZFS page page has appeared on MacOSForge.org, Apple's open source repository for projects. Not much information yet available, and it simple directs people to download the current ZFS implementation from Apple's Developer Connection site: Well get more stuff up here in a bit, please stay tuned. In the meantime, all of you should be able to download the ZFS on OS X beta off the ADC site...

Apple posted a MacBook Pro Software Update version 1.2 today. This update improves graphics stability and is recommended for all MacBook Pro (Mid 2007, 2.4/2.2GHz) computers running Mac OS 10.4...

Microsoft has sweetened the deal for imminent Office for Mac buyers that don't want to be left behind come the January launch of Mac Office 2008. From now on, a purchase of ANY version of Mac Office 2004 product (Student and Teacher, Standard, or Professional Edition) will be eligible for an upgrade to the top of the line Mac Office 2008 Special Media Edition for only the price of shipping and ...

We've heard multiple reports that shipments of MacBooks have made their way to Apple Stores with specific instructions that they are not to be opened. While it was originally presumed that these new MacBook shipments simply represented MacBooks with Leopard pre-installed, the instructions not to open the boxes raises some questions. We've heard various (conflicting) claims that they represent ...

Just prior to unveiling the public beta of the joint venture Hulu.com, NBC CEO Jeff Zucker had some hot words for Apple's iTunes (via MSNBC). "We know that Apple has destroyed the music business - in terms of pricing - and if we don't take control, they'll do the same thing on the video side," Mr Zucker said at a breakfast hosted by Syracuse's Newhouse School of Communications. The rift between...

Apple has released Login & Keychain Update 1.0. The update, which is recommended for all users of Mac OS 10.5 Leopard, addresses a few issues according to Apple, including: - Logging in with an account originally created in Mac OS X 10.1 or earlier that has a password of 8 or more characters. - Connecting to some 802.11b/g wireless networks. - Changing the password of a FileVault-protected...

Aperture users that have upgraded to Mac OS 10.5 Leopard should beware when using Time Machine. According to an Apple support document, having Time Machine run a backup while an Aperture session is in progress could result in inconsistencies in the Aperture database. Apple recommends that Aperture users set Time Machine to perform manual backups. Apple also says that they will be updating...

Forum user, elbows, took some time to try to recreate the missing iChat Star Wars hologram effect that didn't make the final cut of Leopard. OK here it is. Like I said its not quite right yet, probably need some effects to make the image look grainy etc. And the preview is messed up and it doesnt seem to work in PhotoBooth, just iChat, but give it a try anyway. You simply copy the .qtz file...

Adding to the flurry of software updates released this week, Apple has released Server Admin Tools 10.5. Apple's Server Admin Tools software is used to administer (remotely or locally) Apple's Mac OS X Server products. This latest release requires Mac OS 10.5, however it can be installed on either server or client...

Apple has released version 3.1.2 of the .Mac Backup software in Mac OS X Software Update: Backup 3.1.2 is highly recommended for all users of Backup 3. This update includes reliability improvements and improves compatibility with Leopard and iWork '08....

Apple released the iMac MXM Update 1.0 today which improves video compatibility with Boot Camp on certain 24" iMac models. Some iMac (Late 2006 24-inch) computers may display a black screen when booting from the Windows XP installer CD, instead of the standard blue installation screen. The computer will respond to the correct setup key presses and continue the installation even though the built-in ...

For Leopard users who still have iLife '06. iDVD 6.0.4: This update improves overall stability and supports compatibility with Mac OS X...

Apple released an update to iLife '08 today: iLife Support 8.1.1 This update supports system software components shared by all iLife 08 applications, improves overall stability, addresses a number of other minor issues, and supports general compatibility issues. It is recommended for all users of iLife...

Forum user projectle claims that his copy of Leopard is listed as shipped as of October 22nd and with an estimated arrival date of October 24th -- two days prior to Leopard's official launch. Tracking number xxxxxxxxxxx1287 Ship date Oct 22, 2007 Estimated delivery Oct 24, 2007 Purchase order number xxxxxx5270 Invoice number xxxxx3811 Destination xxxxxx, xx Service type ...