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August 19, 2010

Apple adds “Compare Macs” option to Apple Store

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Apple on Thursday added a new option to its online Apple Store called “Compare Macs.”

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August 4, 2010

GadgetTrak 3 anti-theft software tracks laptops, desktops

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ActiveTrak released the latest version of its anti-theft and tracking software, GadgetTrak 3.

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July 20, 2010

Apple reports $3.25 billion profit on strong iPhone, Mac sales

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Apple on Tuesday reported a $3.25 billion profit for its fiscal third quarter of 2010 on record revenue of $15.7 billion. These results compare to revenue of $9.73 of revenue and a $1.83 billion profit in the year-ago quarter.

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June 30, 2010

Chase Jarvis details his pro photography workflow

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There’s nothing better than getting information directly from the pros that we respect and follow. Whether it’s music, graphics or in this case, photography, getting tips on workflow can be invaluable.

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May 21, 2010

Apple kicks off “Why you’ll love a Mac” campaign

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The Mac may not be a big part of this year’s Worldwide Developers Conference, but Apple certainly hasn’t forgot about it. It launched “Why you’ll love a Mac” campaign on Friday to educate potential switchers.

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May 18, 2010

Apple sued for infringing patents on Mac, Safari, and Mac OS X

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Apple is being sued for infringing on patents for the way it summarizes data on its Mac computers and Mac OS X operating system.

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May 17, 2010

Report: iPad not cannibalizing Mac sales

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Piper Jaffray Senior Research analyst Gene Munster said on Monday that he sees no signs that the iPad is cannibalizing sales of the Mac.

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March 30, 2010

Hands On: iSkin ProTouch Keyboard Protectors

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In terms of the daily wear and tear that can occur with a laptop’s keyboard, there are many things to consider. Between dust, light, crumbs (should you nibble while you type), or just the oils from your fingertips that naturally occur, adding some level of protection may help prolong the life of your keys as [...]

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March 2, 2010

Why isn’t Apple using Intel’s i7 processor?

We’ve all been waiting for Apple to release new MacBook Pros with Intel’s i7 processors, but so far nothing. There could be a million reasons for it. In fact, it could be Apple’s decision to roll out the iPad first and then the new Macs. Seth Weintraub at 9 to 5 Mac has a few [...]

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March 1, 2010

PC vs. Mac: What’s the right computer for you?

Technologizer founder Harry McCracken posted an interesting article on choosing the right computer. I’m often asked about my decision to use a Mac instead of a Windows PC — the answer is that it works better and has a superior user experience. However, I always tell people to buy the computer that best fits their [...]

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February 1, 2010

Nine out of 10 computers sold over $1,000 in the U.S. are Macs

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Apple is increasing its unit share of computers sold in the United States quite dramatically, according to a new report by Betanews’ Joe Wilcox.

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January 25, 2010

Apple reports $3.38 billion profit for first quarter 2010

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Apple on Monday reported a first quarter 2010 profit of $3.38 billion on $15.68 billion of revenue.

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January 7, 2010

Apple ranks highest among Greenpeace’s top tech companies

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The back and forth battle between Greenpeace and Apple has been going on for years, but in its new report, Greenpeace ranked Apple as its No. 1 company.

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December 23, 2009

Make your gift count with Charity Checks

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It’s been a tough year for all of us. I think most are ready to welcome 2010 with the hope of a better year, but there is still something we can do to help others now. And you can do it through an organization called Charity Checks.

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December 9, 2009

U of South Florida gives student athletes 13-inch MacBook Pro

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The University of Southern Florida is joining the growing number of educational institutions that are utilizing Apple technology to make learning more efficient for its students.

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November 30, 2009

Apple launches Monday-only sale on accessories

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Apple on Monday launched a sale on select Mac, iPhone, and iPod accessories on its online store.

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Munster: Apple’s Black Friday sales down from 2008

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Piper Jaffray Senior Research Analyst, Gene Munster, on Monday said his team’s checks of Mac sales on Black Friday show Apple was down from the same day in 2008.

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November 25, 2009

Apple grabs almost half of retail money spent on desktops

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The news surrounding Apple’s devices and computers just keeps getting better. Not only is the company’s iPhone flying high, but it seems the desktops are as well.

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November 18, 2009

Non-profit organization Nuru utilizes Macs to end extreme poverty

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There are quite a few non-profit organizations that help impoverished nations, but none seem to have the grassroots approach of Nuru. This one-year old non-profit is using education to help communities, help themselves and they’re using technology to do it.

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October 27, 2009

Schiller: Apple’s holiday line-up is set

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If you were waiting to purchase a new Mac in hopes Apple would release one more thing before the holidays, you can stop waiting.

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