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March 6, 2006

This month, EveryMac.com features complete specs and info for the shipping MacBook Pro and Mac mini "Core" systems as well as an all new MacBook Pro Q&A.

The MacBook Pro Q&A answers "How long is the battery life of the MacBook Pro?" and "Is the CPU on the MacBook Pro upgradable?" along with dozens of other questions.

Today's Q&A is from Reid from Kansas City, KS USA, who asks "How do you upgrade the RAM in the Mac mini 'Core' systems?"

If you haven't already done so, please bookmark the above page, then come back each day to read the Q&A as well as submit your opinions for inclusion and questions for consideration.

In case you missed one, Today's Q&As since the last major update include:

Are the new Intel-based Mac mini "Core" systems capable of H.264 HD playback?
Why are "integrated graphics" in the Mac mini "Core" considered to be inferior?
What are the major differences between the old Mac mini systems and the new ones? Which one should I buy?
Will Microsoft Office run on Intel-based Macs at a usable speed?
How much faster are the MacBook Pro systems than the PowerBook G4 systems in "real-world" application tests?
Is Microsoft Virtual PC compatible with the Intel-based iMac "Core Duo" and MacBook Pro?
Is there some way to identify the "white" iBook models just from looking at them?
How do you upgrade the RAM in the Intel-based iMac "Core Duo"?
Does Palm still support the Mac? Is there a way to synchronize a Palm TX or LifeDrive with my iBook?
Now that the MacBook Pro is set to ship next week, has Apple released final battery life information for the system?
What just happened with the MacBook Pro? Did Apple introduce new ones already?

Additions & Changes:

Added new systems:

Added new "links" pages [subsequently discontinued]:

Apple MacBook Pro
Apple Mac mini "Core"

Added a new MacBook Pro Q&A.

Updated the Currently Shipping pages.

Updated the By Case Type listings.

Updated the By Processor listings.

Updated selected "Estimated Current Prices".

Updated "Introduction" and "Discontinued" dates.

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February 13, 2006

This update of EveryMac.com features complete specs on the latest revision to the iPod nano, the latest pricing for the iPod shuffle, and a comprehensive upgrade of the iPod Q&A. The iPod Q&A now includes dozens of new Q&As in new sections covering "The Basics", Troubleshooting, Component Repair, Photos & Videos, and much more.

Today's Q&A is from Dwight from Springdale, AR USA, who asks "Can I expect Adobe applications using 'Rosetta' on a MacBook Pro 1.67 15-Inch to offer slower, faster, or similar performance compared to my old PowerBook G4?"

If you haven't already done so, please bookmark the above page, then come back each day to read the Q&A as well as submit your opinions for inclusion and questions for consideration.

In case you missed one, Today's Q&As since the last major update include:

How can I transfer the photos on my computer to my iPod nano?
How do you reset an application to run under "Rosetta" instead of natively? Why would you want to do that? Wouldn't it be slower?
What is the difference between the iPod just introduced and the earlier ones?
Is the iMac "Core Duo" VESA compliant? Can it be wall mounted?

Additions & Changes:

Added new systems:

Apple iPod nano (1 GB, 2 GB, 4 GB)

Overhauled and updated the iPod Q&A.

Updated the By Case Type listings.

Updated the Currently Shipping pages.

Updated selected "Estimated Current Prices".

Updated "Introduction" and "Discontinued" dates.

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February 6, 2006

This month, EveryMac.com features an all new iMac "Core Duo" Q&A, expanded support links for the iMac "Core Duo", iMac G5 (iSight), and MacBook Pro, and overhauled support links for the PowerBook G4 models.

Today's Q&A is from Robin from St. Louis, MO USA, who asks "When are Intel Power Macs coming out? When will Adobe's software run on Intel Macs? Should I wait for an Intel Power Mac or buy a Power Mac G5?"

If you haven't already done so, you may wish to bookmark the above page, then come back each day to read the Q&A as well as submit your opinions for inclusion and questions for consideration.

In case you missed one, Today's Q&As since the last major update include:

What spyware blocker should I get for my new iMac?
What is the difference between ExpressCard/34 and ExpressCard/54? Speed? Is the MacBook Pro compatible with both?
Which printers are compatible with both the PowerPC-based and Intel-based Macs running MacOS X 10.4.4 "Tiger"?
Is there a replacement wireless card that offers better reception than the pre-installed AirPort Extreme card in my PowerBook G4?
Is there any way to upgrade the video in the iMac G5 with the video card used by the iMac "Core Duo" to support a second display?
How do I reset the code to unlock my iPod nano?
Can you recommend a discontinued Power Macintosh G5 that is still comparatively fast, has good prospects of being expandable to keep up with the future and will probably last me another seven or eight years?
How does the Intel-based MacBook Pro compare to a similarly equipped Intel-based Windows notebook?
Do you have any additional information regarding the battery life of the new Intel-based MacBook Pro?
Do the new iMac "Core Duo" and MacBook Pro models support 802.11a? What is the difference between 802.11a and 802.11g (AirPort Extreme)?
Do you have any information on which printers and scanners are compatible with the Intel-based iMac "Core Duo" systems? Will the existing drivers work or do I need to wait for new drivers to be released?
How much faster are the iMac "Core Duo" systems than the iMac G5 systems in "real-world" application tests? Should I upgrade to a new system?
How does the "MagSafe" power connector on the MacBook Pro work? How was it designed to not cause data loss?
Can the new Intel-based MacBook Pro and iMac "Core Duo" systems boot from an external Firewire "400" hard drive? Can they boot from an external USB 2.0 hard drive?

Additions & Changes:

Added new/expanded "links" pages [subsequently discontinued]:

Apple iMac "Core Duo"
Apple iMac G5
Apple MacBook Pro
Apple PowerBook G4 (Original/Gigabit)
Apple PowerBook G4 (DVI)
Apple PowerBook G4 12-Inch
Apple PowerBook G4 15-Inch
Apple PowerBook G4 17-Inch

Added an all new iMac "Core Duo" Q&A.

Updated the Currently Shipping pages.

Updated "Introduction" and "Discontinued" dates.

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January 16, 2006

This post-MacWorld update of EveryMac.com features complete specs and details for the new Intel-based iMac and MacBook Pro systems as well as a comprehensive update to the "Macintel" Q&A to cover the latest systems and speculation.

Today's Q&A is from Robert from Tallahassee, FL USA, who asks "Is the ExpressCard/34 slot in the MacBook Pro backwards compatible with Type I or II PC Cards? If not, could I get an ExpessCard/34 modem?"

If you haven't already done so, you may wish to bookmark the above page, then come back each day to read the Q&A as well as submit your opinions for inclusion and questions for consideration.

Additions & Changes:

Added new systems:

Added new "links" pages [subsequently discontinued]:

Apple MacBook Pro
Apple iMac "Core Duo"

Updated the Currently Shipping pages.

Updated the By Case Type listings.

Updated the By Processor listings.

Updated selected "Estimated Current Prices".

Updated "Introduction" and "Discontinued" dates.

If you would like to advertise on the EveryMac.com website or mailing list, please use the Contact page. Thank you.

January 2, 2006

Starting today, EveryMac.com will answer a reader-submitted question every weekday!

Today's Q&A is from Charles from Vancouver, BC Canada who asks "What do you think about the future of Apple's iPhone project?"

You may wish to bookmark the above page for easy reference. It is where to go to read the Q&A each day as well as submit your opinions for inclusion and questions for consideration. The next day, a new Q&A will be added and the previous day's Q&A will be updated with a selection of opinions and additional information submitted by readers. Please note that due to the volume of questions submitted, not all questions can be answered.

Additions & Changes:

Added Today's Q&A feature.

Updated the Currently Shipping pages.

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