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Anyone Receive Their New MacPro Yet? 598 Views / 2 Replies  
I see some who claim that theirs has already shipped.

Does anyone actually have theirs yet?

Are they in stores yet?
Posted by Switched2Mac, on Aug 15, 2006 at 08:19 PM, in Mac Desktops
OK. Hey, I appreciate you taking the time to... 598 Views / 5 Replies  
OK.

Hey, I appreciate you taking the time to answer my question too. :D

I'll find another editing program and use that.
Posted by Switched2Mac, on Sep 12, 2005 at 12:23 AM, in macOS
QuickTime issue? Can you point me to a... 598 Views / 5 Replies  
QuickTime issue?

Can you point me to a solution?

I'll be browsing for it in the meantime, of course.
Posted by Switched2Mac, on Sep 11, 2005 at 10:45 PM, in macOS
Finder Icon View Not Refreshing 598 Views / 5 Replies  
Yeah, I already searched on this.

Nothing found of any help sadly.

I have scanned a bunch of photos into a folder. The files are updated in real-time, but the icon view (or thumbnails) of the...
Posted by Switched2Mac, on Sep 11, 2005 at 10:02 PM, in macOS
Poll: Bought one. 4 gig white iPod Nano 2,274 Views / 30 Replies  
The color choice was a tough one.

I have a white iPod Shuffle and a black iPod U2 Edition.

In the end, I decided to go with the white one.

Setting it up now......

Both Apple Stores near...
Posted by Switched2Mac, on Sep 10, 2005 at 11:16 PM, in iPhone, iPad & iPod
HP LaserJet 1020 ($161) and OS X 10.4.2 Tiger - Perfect Together! 1,647 Views / 5 Replies  
Over the weekend I picked up this nice little HP LaserJet 1020 ($161).

It does NOT mention OSX support but I bought anyway since I could always use it with my WinXP gaming machine (worst case).
...
Posted by Switched2Mac, on Aug 23, 2005 at 12:38 AM, in Consumer Hardware & Components
Why is the 3 MB number wrong? This is all I... 1,144 Views / 9 Replies  
Why is the 3 MB number wrong?

This is all I said:



"... to actually display the screen."

I stated nothing more than what you see. I did not say that was all the video memory you need.
Posted by Switched2Mac, on Aug 16, 2005 at 01:37 AM, in Mac Notebooks
And that link shows the "Frame Buffer" to which I... 1,144 Views / 9 Replies  
And that link shows the "Frame Buffer" to which I am referring. Again, the video card knows nothing of the OS windows. That is at the OS level.

You are correct, though, that more video RAM is a...
Posted by Switched2Mac, on Aug 16, 2005 at 12:19 AM, in Mac Notebooks
No. Correct. What you are referring to is... 1,144 Views / 9 Replies  
No. Correct.

What you are referring to is the OS management of the individual windows. This happens in software at the OS-level. The memory that stores the data in your windows is managed by OS...
Posted by Switched2Mac, on Aug 15, 2005 at 10:36 PM, in Mac Notebooks
iBook G4 Video Memory Review 1,144 Views / 9 Replies  
I see lots of people moaning about the new iBook ATI Radeon 9550 (and the older 9200) having only 32 meg of video ram.

Let's do some math!

The built-in display is 1024 x 768 pixels = 786,432...
Posted by Switched2Mac, on Aug 13, 2005 at 06:27 PM, in Mac Notebooks
What exactly does Core Image get you though? ... 1,288 Views / 8 Replies  
What exactly does Core Image get you though?

I probably need to read up on it.
Posted by Switched2Mac, on Jul 27, 2005 at 07:10 PM, in Mac Notebooks
OK ... Who Bought One Already?!?! 1,288 Views / 8 Replies  
They are at the local Apple stores today.

Has anyone purchased one yet and taken it home?

What model did you get?

What were your hands-on impressions?
Posted by Switched2Mac, on Jul 27, 2005 at 05:13 PM, in Mac Notebooks
The Mac Mini Bundle has been sold. Thanks. 981 Views / 8 Replies  
The Mac Mini Bundle has been sold.

Thanks.
Posted by Switched2Mac, on Jul 13, 2005 at 09:22 PM, in Marketplace
No trades. Sorry. 981 Views / 8 Replies  
No trades. Sorry.
Posted by Switched2Mac, on Jul 9, 2005 at 03:26 PM, in Marketplace
There are a few reasons. But I do not want... 981 Views / 8 Replies  
There are a few reasons.

But I do not want to mention them here since it would simply become a flame/debate/argue thread instead of a "For Sale" thread.

College is approaching and this is a...
Posted by Switched2Mac, on Jul 7, 2005 at 12:07 AM, in Marketplace
The Mac Mini has only one memory slot. It came... 981 Views / 8 Replies  
The Mac Mini has only one memory slot. It came with 512 megs of RAM but I bought a 1 gig stick of RAM and upgraded it myself.

I also had two other PC3200 sticks of 512 meg of RAM as well.

So...
Posted by Switched2Mac, on Jul 6, 2005 at 06:19 PM, in Marketplace
FS: Mac Mini $800 (maxed out and lots of extras!) 981 Views / 8 Replies  
I have the following for sale as a complete package only:

Hardware:

Mac Mini (1.42 gHz, 80 gig HD, SuperDrive, 1 gig of RAM, BlueTooth and AirCard)
3 sticks of 512 meg PC3200 RAM (one was...
Posted by Switched2Mac, on Jul 6, 2005 at 04:25 PM, in Marketplace
PowerMac G5 single 1.8 GHz - PSU noise! OMG! 893 Views / 2 Replies  
Sounds similar to the hard drive, but comes from the very bottom of the G5 case. This area houses the power suppy unit.

I was shocked! I love this computer, but the noise started last night and...
Posted by Switched2Mac, on Oct 30, 2004 at 08:14 PM, in Mac Desktops
My brand new PowerMac G5 single 1.8 GHz is now... 1,251 Views / 8 Replies  
My brand new PowerMac G5 single 1.8 GHz is now doing the same thing that you describe.

Apple quality is ...... not there.

Did you ever find a fix for this?
Posted by Switched2Mac, on Oct 30, 2004 at 07:59 PM, in Mac Desktops
894 Views / 4 Replies  
Posted by Switched2Mac, on Oct 29, 2004 at 10:20 PM, in Mac Desktops
Similar problem here. I have a brand new... 894 Views / 4 Replies  
Similar problem here.

I have a brand new single processor PowerMac G5 1.8 GHz with 1.25 gigs RAM.

I have tested the RAM (before and after adding more) and its fine.

I have tested the rest...
Posted by Switched2Mac, on Oct 29, 2004 at 10:15 PM, in Mac Desktops
It is not Java? Hmm.....ok. My mistake... 890 Views / 13 Replies  
It is not Java? Hmm.....ok.

My mistake then.

I tried XFactor, and the GUI is nice but takes forever to connect, search and download. I will look into SolarSeek though.

I also purchased...
Posted by Switched2Mac, on Oct 27, 2004 at 08:05 AM, in Applications
Perhaps. But I did register my copy via... 890 Views / 13 Replies  
Perhaps.

But I did register my copy via PayPal.

The registered version connects to dozens of servers as opposed to just 3-5 in the unregistered version. Searches seem better too. I was hoping...
Posted by Switched2Mac, on Oct 27, 2004 at 08:01 AM, in Applications
I am not a big fan of JAVA apps either. At... 890 Views / 13 Replies  
I am not a big fan of JAVA apps either.

At work, we run WinXP and some websites will only work if you run JRE v1.4.2, yet others give errors. Then other sites will work with any version. Then...
Posted by Switched2Mac, on Oct 26, 2004 at 11:10 PM, in Applications
Acquisition 113.2 (latest) hanging OSX completely!!!! 890 Views / 13 Replies  
I downloaded this on my brand new PowerMac G5 single 1.8 gHz.

All hardware has passed the Hardware Test.

The results are the same with the extra 1 gig of RAM I added or with it removed.
...
Posted by Switched2Mac, on Oct 26, 2004 at 10:48 PM, in Applications
Re: Hallo, I just got a dual 2 ghz, and have a question. 1,633 Views / 31 Replies  
I'll trade you a compaq X1360US laptop (great for gaming).

PM me.
Posted by Switched2Mac, on Jul 16, 2004 at 10:24 PM, in Mac Desktops
Re: Re: Re: PowerMac & CompUSA 1,704 Views / 13 Replies  
Nice going!

Hey, how does Unreal 2004 play on it?
Posted by Switched2Mac, on Jul 16, 2004 at 10:17 PM, in Mac Desktops
That is correct. While the Cisco VPN client... 713 Views / 4 Replies  
That is correct.

While the Cisco VPN client is engaged, all network traffic from your Mac (regardless of which user is active) will go across the VPN tunnel to your company Cisco VPN terminating...
Posted by Switched2Mac, on Jul 14, 2004 at 09:01 PM, in Mac Notebooks
Re: Re: No G5 PowerBooks Until At Least WWDC 2005? 1,099 Views / 11 Replies  
And I am not faulting Apple either.

It is just a problem (CPU heat) that has no easy or quick solution at the current time in terms of the PowerBook series.
Posted by Switched2Mac, on Jul 14, 2004 at 08:13 PM, in Mac Notebooks
No G5 PowerBooks Until At Least WWDC 2005? 1,099 Views / 11 Replies  
No G5 PowerBooks Until at Least WWDC 2005?

And this means shipping or in retail stores! Not announced today but shipping in 3 months. The day you receive your pre-ordered unit or can go to the...
Posted by Switched2Mac, on Jul 14, 2004 at 07:51 PM, in Mac Notebooks
Command & Conquer Generals 864 Views / 5 Replies  
Couple of questions:

1. Do maps download online from (i.e. cncden.com) work with the OSX version?

2. How does the Dual G5 1.8 PowerMac handle C&C? I have heard (right or wrong) that it can...
Posted by Switched2Mac, on Jul 14, 2004 at 01:10 AM, in Gaming
Poll: True. The "Funk Factor" that you hint at... 8,253 Views / 52 Replies  
True.

The "Funk Factor" that you hint at should be taken into account. Clearly someone working in the heat of the south will perhaps get more funky than a Canadian sitting on his couch watching...
Posted by Switched2Mac, on Jul 12, 2004 at 12:54 AM, in MacNN Lounge
Re: Re: Re: Re: Good article on increasing Apple market share. 2,487 Views / 23 Replies  
I never said Apple was doing bad, per se. They are profitable, which is the single most important thing for any public company.

I was merely stating that if they want to increase their...
Posted by Switched2Mac, on Jul 12, 2004 at 12:45 AM, in MacNN Lounge
http://static.userland.com/images/poptechmanilasit... 2,487 Views / 23 Replies  
http://static.userland.com/images/poptechmanilasitescom/sculley2.jpg

Get rid of the visionary (Jobs)!

Bring back the businessman to regain marketshare (Sculley)!

:D
Posted by Switched2Mac, on Jul 11, 2004 at 06:52 PM, in MacNN Lounge
Re: Re: Good article on increasing Apple market share. 2,487 Views / 23 Replies  
Given Apple's less than 5% marketshare, it would appear that just about anyone knows more about it than Apple does.
Posted by Switched2Mac, on Jul 11, 2004 at 04:19 PM, in MacNN Lounge
Bluetooth Keyboard Question 717 Views / 1 Replies  
Can you hold down the "C" key to boot from the CDROM/DVD with the bluetooth keyboard?

In other words, does the bluetooth get recognized at the hardware level (unlikely) prior to the OS loading or...
Posted by Switched2Mac, on Jul 11, 2004 at 04:01 PM, in Consumer Hardware & Components
Re: Re: PowerMac & CompUSA 1,704 Views / 13 Replies  
Single CPU.

It was a floor model demo.
Posted by Switched2Mac, on Jul 11, 2004 at 03:59 PM, in Mac Desktops
PowerMac & CompUSA 1,704 Views / 13 Replies  
I have been sweating the purchase of a PowerMac all week.

The dual 1.8 is just at the right price.

So, I was at CompUSA over the weekend and they had a single 1.8 (rev A.) on the demo floor. ...
Posted by Switched2Mac, on Jul 11, 2004 at 01:20 PM, in Mac Desktops
Half-Life 2 for the Mac would be real nice! 1,352 Views / 23 Replies  
Half-Life 2 for the Mac would be real nice!
Posted by Switched2Mac, on Jul 11, 2004 at 02:32 AM, in Mac Notebooks
You will no doubt get flamed by every Mac Zealot... 1,352 Views / 23 Replies  
You will no doubt get flamed by every Mac Zealot for even hinting at such a thing. But it is a valid question.

I own a 12" Powerbook w/superdrive (Rev C.) and a 15" Compaq X1360US. I love both....
Posted by Switched2Mac, on Jul 11, 2004 at 12:36 AM, in Mac Notebooks
Poll: 408 views, but only 49 votes? Takes 2... 8,253 Views / 52 Replies  
408 views, but only 49 votes?

Takes 2 seconds to cast your vote and it is anonymous!

Please.....
Posted by Switched2Mac, on Jul 10, 2004 at 08:50 PM, in MacNN Lounge
Poll: more votes needed to obtain a good statistical... 8,253 Views / 52 Replies  
more votes needed to obtain a good statistical survey.
Posted by Switched2Mac, on Jul 10, 2004 at 12:10 AM, in MacNN Lounge
Poll: More votes, keep them coming! 8,253 Views / 52 Replies  
More votes, keep them coming!
Posted by Switched2Mac, on Jul 9, 2004 at 03:17 PM, in MacNN Lounge
Poll: You shower. You toss the towel into the... 8,253 Views / 52 Replies  
You shower.

You toss the towel into the hamper and get a new one.

Or you put it on the towel rack by the shower to dry and replace it every other day, week, month, etc.

:D
Posted by Switched2Mac, on Jul 9, 2004 at 02:23 AM, in MacNN Lounge
Poll: How Often Do You Replace Your Bath Towels? 8,253 Views / 52 Replies  
OK.

A coworker and I have debated over the frequency at which people replace their bath towel.

So, if you don't mind, please take the poll.

Stupid poll, yes, but it will settle a long...
Posted by Switched2Mac, on Jul 9, 2004 at 02:17 AM, in MacNN Lounge
Why not just tell everyone where they can get... 1,711 Views / 17 Replies  
Why not just tell everyone where they can get this app?

Do I Need More Memory Website (http://www.hillmanminx.net/dinmm/)

:err:
Posted by Switched2Mac, on Jul 9, 2004 at 02:06 AM, in Mac Notebooks
Easy. Get the July 2004 issue of MacAddict. ... 708 Views / 7 Replies  
Easy.

Get the July 2004 issue of MacAddict.

Go to page 68.

The HOW TO section has a 2 page article on using Ircle for OSX.

:)
Posted by Switched2Mac, on Jul 9, 2004 at 01:01 AM, in Mac Notebooks
New iMacs at WWDC 768 Views / 2 Replies  
WWDC is quickly approaching (2 weeks out).

And yet Apple has already announced the following since the new year:

1. New Powerbooks
2. New iBooks
3. New PowerMac (and 2 retreads)
4. New...
Posted by Switched2Mac, on Jun 14, 2004 at 12:52 AM, in Mac Desktops
Poll: Hmm. Maybe Apple is going to announce the... 12,428 Views / 235 Replies  
Hmm.

Maybe Apple is going to announce the new ......

iWife

Coming on the heels of the Stepford Wives movie just recently released!

iWife would be the hardware add-on to the iLife Digital...
Posted by Switched2Mac, on Jun 14, 2004 at 12:46 AM, in Mac Desktops
Poll: But........ The new PowerMac (singular) has... 12,428 Views / 235 Replies  
But........

The new PowerMac (singular) has been announced already. Why do that 2 weeks before WWDC and then having nothing new hardware-wise to announce?

You know that Steve Jobs is not going...
Posted by Switched2Mac, on Jun 14, 2004 at 12:41 AM, in Mac Desktops
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