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We've received two purported transcripts for the Macworld 2008 Keynote. For some reason, fake transcripts appear to be a popular thing to submit to rumor sites. We publish these for discussion and interest and feel that they do not represent legitimate transcripts about what to expect at Macworld Expo 2008. The transcripts are reproduced in the comment thread....

A BoyGeniusReport claims that Apple promised new laptops to bands performing at a holiday event reportedly hosted by Apple: Apple had a recent holiday event where they had artists perform (some really big names, too), and they all did it for free! Why did they perform without being paid? Apple promised to give every performer and band member once of the new laptops they are coming out with at...

A Seekingalpha article claims to have details on an upcoming Apple portable device which is described as a touch screen device. The details are claimed to come from "several different sources" over the past 6 months. - Touch Screen device Larger than iPhone featuring one distinguishing button or depression on each side - 5.2" 800x480 pixel touch screen by Balda - No keyboard, multi-touch...

The NY Post reports that Apple will be building yet another Apple store in New York City on the northwest corner of Broadway and 67th Street. Sources say Apple plans to put up a new building - which has architecture-buffs wondering if one of Apple's trademark glass designs is on the drawing board. Apple recently opened up a new NYC Apple store on West 14th street on December...

Apple has posted a security update for Safari Beta for Windows 3.0.4, the details of which are posted here. WebKit allows a page to navigate the subframes of any other page. Visiting a maliciously crafted web page could trigger a cross-site scripting attack, which may lead to the disclosure of sensitive information. This update addresses the issue by implementing a stricter frame navigation...

Some users of Intuit's QuickBooks accounting software have encountered unexpected deletion of their Desktop folders caused by a QuickBooks software update. Intuit has responded that they have identified and resolved the issue that caused the problem, and is working on a solution for users who have already lost data. For those of you who have been affected, we are testing out options for...

These are typically non-events, but the Apple Store is down for an unexpected updates: It may simply be site changes related to the Christmas holiday. The site has been down for over 1 hour as of this writing. Apple does also bring the store down for product updates, but these typically occur between 8-9am EST. Update: Site is back up. No new...

ZDNet Blogs recap a new research note by Piper Jaffray analyst Gene Munster who essentially recaps the running rumors about the ultra-portable Mac that is expected at Macworld Expo. Although we were anticipating an ultra-portable device with an 8″-11″ screen, our checks indicate the screen will likely be 11″-13. That said, we continue to expect the ultra-portable MacBook to be Apples thinnest and...

Besides offering the latest Mac OS X 10.5.1 update with all CPUs, Apple is now shipping the latest update of Mac OS X 10.5.1 incorporated into its retail Leopard Mac OS X installation disks. Previously, purchasers of Leopard required an over-the-internet Software Update to bring their Mac OS X 10.5.0 installation up to the latest version (10.5.1). Apple notified retailers of the change on...

Apple has released an update to GarageBand which brings it to 4.1.1. This update improves overall stability and addresses issues with file export to iPhone....

Jason O'Grady observes that Apple has moved the Cinema Displays off the front page of the Apple Store last night. O'Grady suggests this could be due to an impending Cinema Display update, though admits it could be simply to make room for Christmas...

Microsoft's Office 2008 has reportedly gone gold and released to manufacturing. Office 2008 is expected to be released at Macworld San Francisco 2008 in January. Microsoft offers a preview page detailing many of the new features of Office 2008. For those waiting to purchase Office 2008, Microsoft is offering a "Super...

A source has tipped us off to a pending update to iTunes and QuickTime that may be arriving around Macworld. QuickTime 7.4 will include mainly bug fixes and security patches and support for the new version of iTunes. However, the details of the new version of iTunes remains under wraps at this time. It should be noted, however, that Apple often has to update iTunes to support extensive...

Chinatechnews claims that D.Phone has acquired rights to the iPhone in China. Chen Jingsheng, vice president of D.Phone, has told Chinese media that D.Phone has signed a strategic agreement with Apple for the iPhone and iPhone will be first sold at D.Phone's stores after it enters the Chinese market. The iPhone will reportedly come to China in 2008 near the Spring Festival...

Apple has released another Get a Mac Ad entitled "Now What". The ad focuses on Apple stores' personalized shopping experience, where Apple aims for trained staff to be ready to assist customers when they have bought their computer and ask the question: "now...

Adobe has released the Premiere Pro CS3 3.1.1 update which brings Leopard compatibility and important bug fixes. The 54MB is available for download from Adobe. Adobe announced in October that they would be rolling out Leopard compatibility for several of its applications through December and...

Hardmac claims that according to their sources, Mac OS 10.5.2 and new Mac Pros will be released at Macworld 2008. Among the claims: - Apple is actively working on Leopard to benefit as much as possible from the recently released Intel Mac OS X compiler and libraries, including SSE4 support. Mac OS X 10.5.2 should be released for the keynote and fully takes advantages of the last Intel compiler...

Looprumors claims that Apple is poised to release a "Mac Communicator" device, which is designed to be an accessory to those who already own macs. Apple will gear this new device at those users who already own Macs. The iTablet will run its own version of Mac OS X Leopard, specifically designed for the device. The iTablet will interact with other devices better than an iPhone or iPod. Users will...