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    Music is Say Anything by Manda and the Marbles
    Mandaandthemarbles.com
News
  Apple's 007 security update break 64-bit, new update available
    Apple's latest security update accidentally installed a 32-bit only LibSystem which disabled 64-bit enabled applications
    The issue was first discovered by Wolfram Research makes of Mathematica
    A new version of the update to fix 64-bit support is available
  Apple launches Repair Extension program for iMacs
    addressing video and power issues related to the iMac G5
    Symptoms are scrambled or distorted video, no video, and no power. If your iMac does not display these symptoms, there is no need to contact Apple
    Affected were sold from September 2004 to June 2005 with both 17-inch and 20-inch displays and 1.6GHz and 1.8GHz processors.
    Get specific serial numbers and more info on Apple's web site
  Is Apple trying to temp user to upgrade pre-Intel?
    MacObserver is reporting rumors of major new announcements at the Apple Expo in Paris
    Dual-Core PowerMac G5 based on the IBM 970MP processors. If the Macs remain dual processor we are looking at "dual dual" 4x machines. Still wanna wait for Intel?
    G5 Mac Minis
    New G4 PowerBooks based on next generation processors from Freescale Semiconductors running as fast as 2Ghz
    Lead times on shipping of PowerMacs and iBooks has increased on Apple's website, usually a sign of a production wind down.
    Apple Expo is September 20th.
  Apple Retail Store having negative impact on resellers
    As Apple's sales increase many independent reseller are reporting major loses in sales, especially in locations with Apple retail stores
    Some, like Mac Made Easy in Honolulu, have seen as much as a 50% drop off.
  iPodderX now does Windows
    Public beta now available
    Supports Bittorrent, Built-in news reader, displays hyperlinks in shownotes
Feedback, Comments and Commentary
  More OS X for PC Feedback
    Most people seem to be in favor of OS X for the common PC
    Play comments from Michael
    Some others still feel the hardware/software integration is too critical to the stability and quality of the platform
    Play comment from Rob (4:19)
  Tip: Making a Mightier Mighty Mouse

    You can assign various functions, such as a shortcut key input (Command + [)
    Customize the scroll-ball
    Assign functions per application

    USB Overdrive ($20.00 USD)
    SteerMouse ($20.00 USD)
  Will Apple ever produce a PDA?
    Play question from Scott
    Apple did it's called the Newton
    I wouldn't hold your breath. Rumors that Steve Jobs hated the Newton project, plus PDA sales are in a decline
  Tip: Never forget to add a mail attachment again
    From Cameron
    Make sure you add the Mail icon to the dock (there by default)
    Drag the attachment onto the Mail icon, Mail will automatically open a new message with the file attached. Then just compose and send.
  Music on the MacCast
    Play comment from Steve
    I get mixed reviews on Music, mostly positive. Hey this is Podcasting, you can always just stop the show. ;)
    MacCast Music
  Apple needs a "try it, you'll like it" program
    Listener James told me how after switching he now understand how you can get enjoyment from using a computer. We talked about this concept with Amber a bit
    Apple stores should give out iBooks and one week loans. They could even have the Geniuses transfer PC data, files and emails and then set up the systems.
  eMacCast Artwork Contest
    I need artwork to display in the Album art for various sections of the eMacCast.

    Categories:
    - News
    - Review
    - Comment
    - Tips & Tricks
    - Question
    - Answer

    Will post the original layered PhotoShop file of the hi-res "MacBert" logo in the forum contest area for download.
    You have until midnight on 9/1/2005 to post your images (300 x 300 pixel PNG or JPEG)
    Winners will each receive a $10 iTunes gift certificate (one per image)
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  "Beautiful Drive" by Tara Leigh Cobble
    From the Podsafe Music Network
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