What's New @ EveryMac.com? (Archival)

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May 1, 2006

This month, EveryMac.com features complete specs and links for the new Apple MacBook Pro 2.16 17" as well as a comprehensive update of the MacBook Pro Q&A to cover the latest models and changes.

The MacBook Pro Q&A answers "How long is the battery life of the MacBook Pro?" and "What are the differences between the 15-inch and 17-inch models?" along with dozens of other questions.

Today's Q&A is from Eric from Washington, DC, USA, who asks "Now that the 17-inch MacBook Pro has been introduced, will a 12-inch MacBook Pro be released soon?"

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 does the MacBook Pro 2.16 17" compare to a similar Windows notebook?
• How fast is the MacBook Pro 2.16 17" in real-world performance tests?
• What are the differences between the MacBook Pro 17" and the PowerBook G4 that it replaced?
• What are the primary differences between the new MacBook Pro 2.16 17" and the MacBook Pro 15" models?

Additions & Changes:

Added new systems:

• Apple MacBook Pro 2.16 17"

Added revised "links" pages [subsequently discontinued]:

• Apple MacBook Pro

Updated the MacBook Pro Q&A.

Updated the Currently Shipping pages.

Updated the By Case Type listings.

Updated the By Processor listings.

Updated "Introduction" and "Discontinued" dates.

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April 24, 2006

This update of EveryMac.com features a comprehensive overhaul of the Windows on Mac Q&A.

Now with separate sections covering XOM, Boot Camp, and Parallels, as well as Compatibility, Performance, and Gaming, the Windows on Mac Q&A answers "How do I change the size of the Windows partition after installation?" and "Can you 'copy and paste' between MacOS X and Windows?" along with dozens of other new questions.

Today's Q&A is from Jacob from Arcata, CA, USA, who asks "Is there an EVDO card that is compatible with the MacBook Pro?"

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:

• What is virtualization? How does it compare to emulation?
• How fast are the Intel-based Macs when running a MacOS X and Windows XP version of the same application?
• How do Windows games running on a MacBook Pro with Boot Camp compare to a PC? Is it the same?
• How fast is Windows XP with the Boot Camp video drivers?
• What is the fastest Mac capable of booting into MacOS 9?
• How good is the quality/resolution when an iPod video is plugged into a TV?
• If I run Windows on an Intel-based Mac, can Windows viruses harm my computer? Can Windows viruses harm the MacOS?
• What does Apple Boot Camp mean for the future of MacOS gaming?
• How can I sync my music to an iPod (4G) and iPod nano using the same computer?
• If the Mac can run Windows, doesn't that provide a disincentive for companies to produce MacOS X software?
• What exactly is Boot Camp? Does Apple now support Windows XP?
• What is HDMI?
• How do I get an old HP iPod (4G) to work with my Mac?

Additions & Changes:

Updated the Windows on Mac Q&A.

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April 3, 2006

This month, EveryMac.com features a revision to the "Macintel" Q&A and a "final" update of the iMac G5 Q&A, both with a variety of new questions answered, as well as an all new Windows on Mac Q&A.

For those unfortunate ones condemned to use Windows, the Windows on Mac Q&A answers "How do you install Windows on an Intel-based Mac?" and "Can you run Windows applications directly in MacOS X?" along with numerous other questions.

Today's Q&A is from Jane from Falmouth, MA, USA, who asks "Is it possible to run the Windows fractal programs XenoDream and UltraFractal on the Intel-based Macs?"

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:

• Can any of the iPods be used as storage for a digital camera, not only for JPG files, but also RAW images files such as Canon CRW and CR2 and Nikon NEF?
• How can I install Windows XP on my iMac G5?
• Is the PowerPC-based iMac G5/2.1 20" less susceptible to attack from hackers than the Intel-based iMac "Core Duo"/2.0 20"?
• Is the 2 GB maximum RAM capacity for the MacBook Pro a true limit? Would it support 4 GB of RAM if I installed dual 2 GB SO-DIMMs?
• How fast is an Intel-based Mac running Windows XP compared to a PC?
• How can I get all of my shows and movies to stream from an iMac to a Mac mini through Front Row?
• Why run Windows on a Mac?
• How can I securely erase the entire hard drive on my PowerBook G4?

Additions & Changes:

Added a new Windows on Mac Q&A.

Updated the "Macintel" Q&A.

Updated the iMac G5 Q&A.

Updated the Currently Shipping pages.

Updated the specifications for the Apple 30" Cinema Display.

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March 20, 2006

This update of EveryMac.com features a revision to the iMac "Core Duo" Q&A, a "final" update of the Mac mini G4 Q&A, and an all new Mac mini "Core" Q&A.

The Mac mini "Core" Q&A answers "Is the Mac mini 'Core' capable of H.264 HD playback?" and "How do I connect a Mac mini 'Core' to a television?" along with dozens of other questions.

Today's Q&A is from Stephen from Cambridge, England UK, who asks "Will 'Macintel' systems, specifically the MacBook Pro, run Digidesign Pro Tools LE with an Mbox 2?"

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 does the Intel-based Mac mini "Core" compare to a similar Windows PC?
• How do I connect an Intel-based Mac mini "Core" to a television?
• Is World of Warcraft (WoW) playable on the Intel-based Mac mini "Core"?
• What is the performance difference of the Mac mini "Core" when using matched or unmatched RAM?
• How fast are the Intel-based Mac mini "Core" systems compared to the PowerPC-based Mac mini G4 systems?
• Why aren't the Mac mini "Core" models cheaper?
• Is it possible to upgrade the processor in the Mac mini "Core"?
• Is the iPod Hi-Fi better or worse than other iPod-compatible stereo systems?

Additions & Changes:

Added a new Mac mini "Core" Q&A.

Updated the Mac mini G4 Q&A.

Updated the iMac "Core Duo" Q&A.

Updated the Currently Shipping pages.

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