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According to an article in Wired, the Finder we have all come to love since 1984 will soon become no more, replaced by Spotlight. The idea being that a hierarchical file system will not be needed because of Spotlight. Apple is quoted in the article saying that folks will want both the Finder and Spotlight. Isn't it nice to talk about something other than MacTel? Read the full article at: www.wired.com
As predicted by some the previous Friday, at its Worldwide Developer Conference last Monday, Apple announced plans to deliver models of its Macintosh computers using Intel microprocessors by this time next year, and to transition all of its Macs to using Intel microprocessors by the end of 2007. Apple previewed a version of its critically acclaimed operating system, Mac OS X Tiger, running on an Intel-based Mac to the over 3,800 developers attending CEO Steve Jobs' keynote address. Apple also announced the availability of a Developer Transition Kit, consisting of an Intel-based Mac development system along with preview versions of Apple's software, which will allow developers to prepare versions of their applications which will run on both PowerPC and Intel-based Macs.
..."We think this is a really smart move on Apple's part and plan to create future versions of our Creative Suite for Macintosh that support both PowerPC and Intel processors," said Bruce Chizen, CEO of Adobe. ... see the full story...
03 Apple + Intel: Opinions Abound... Since the news of Intel chips in Macintosh computers the news channels have gone wild... here are just a few of the better columns:
Apple's Switch to Intel: The Ultimate Power Move? - Steve Jobs' decision to build Macs with Intel chips may finally give the company a shot at challenging Microsoft's Windows. By David Kirkpatrick
http://www.fortune.com/fortune/print/0,15935,1070380,00.html
* Apple's real enemy is Dell, plain and simple - Motley Fool (requires email registration)
* Going for Broke: Apple's Decision to Use Intel Processors Is Nothing Less Than an Attempt to Dethrone Microsoft. Really. -- By Robert X. Cringely
* Should people hold off buying a Mac that uses the IBM PowerPC processor, which Apple will soon abandon, and wait for the new Intel Macs? Walter S. Mossberg also asks: Will people be able to run the Mac operating system on these non-Apple machines? Will Microsoft Windows run on the new Intel-based Macs?
* NO! Sez Schiller... "We will not allow running Mac OS X on anything other than an Apple Mac," (Phil is vice prez of Apple)
* Pentium Next Apple Core - eWeek's John G. Spooner sez: Apple may choose Intel's Pentium M to become the first Intel chip inside a new generation of portables and small desktop computers.
* We'll keep you posted as more interesting stuff rolls in...
In an opinion piece, ABC News gives a pretty good break down of the relationship between Apple and Intel over the years. This includes a story that I have heard before about why the Woz picked the 6502 for the first Apple computer. (It was partly the other Steve's fault.) ... see the full story...
Apple's Intel Choice Reflects Mobile-Computing Trend -- Sci-Tech-Today writer Jason Lopez sez: "For Apple to remain seriously competitive, it must address the battery issue for its laptops and for mobile wireless devices the firm is currently dreaming up." See: www.sci-tech-today.com
Transitive's technology will be part of software called Rosetta, which will work for current Macintosh OS X programs that run on PowerPC systems but not for older programs that run on OS 8 and OS 9 software, according to Apple.
That's the benefit Transitive could deliver to big computer makers that face a common dilemma: They often need to switch to better hardware, but that hardware might not be compatible with the older software their customers own.
For example, Hewlett-Packard has inherited several operating systems from Tandem and Digital Equipment, but it has had a hard time adapting that software to run on its new chosen computer architecture, Intel's Itanium chips.
The core takes the intermediate format and figures out how fast it can run the older software in its new form. Read the full story at the San Jose Mercury News
As with any new shift in technology there are those who are quick to prostitute them... Advenio will offer a Transition Service for developers to help ease the transition to the new Intel architecture (IA) for Macs. www.advenio.com
The Developer Transition Kit brings together all the components you need to create Universal Binaries that run on Macintosh computers using Intel microprocessors. The Kit contains the information, sample code, software, and hardware you'll need to develop a Universal Binary. developer.apple.com
It had to happen. The Register brought up the name of Adam Osborne and his CP/M "portable" machine, The Osborne. The Osborne was one of the earliest computers and used a non-Intel chip. It was a sewing macine box, but was sold with a spreadsheet, a word processor and other software that were sold separately for as much as the computer witht the software.
In 1981 IBM introduced the PC and not to long after that, Osborne announced that they would be moving from the CP/M based machine to an Intel, MS-DOS based one. Immediately sales of the Osborne became non- existant and Oborne was not able to survive long enough to make the change.
The author here acknowledges that these are different times and that Apple has tons of more money in the bank to survive the change. But, speculates that sales of the current machines will dry up.
He does quote John Dvorack as saying that Apple's move long term will be a good thing. (Imagine, Dvorack saying something nice about Apple.) Read the full story at: www.theregister.co.uk
Folks are now referring to Apple's security updates by "Month" (Did you get the May updates yet?) released for Tiger and Panther, which it says "delivers a number of security enhancements and is recommended for all Macintosh users," ... and if you don't get it now, chances are you'll get it in the "JULY" updates... Hmmmmm, haven't we heard this tale of updates someplace else? SEE: www.apple.com/support
Also see yet another security update for Mac OS X (Tiger) -- plugs a number of holes. Download it now. Read all the details at: www.info.apple.com
Apple has seeded Mac OS X 10.4.2 build 8C29, just days after seeeding build 8C27. According to notes there are no known issues with the update, while the latest build includes a few Read more...
What will the iPod fashion phenomena spawn next? How about a fundraising auction of celebrity iPod cases to raise funds for the fight against Breast Cancer. Bid on one-of-a-kind iPod cases created by notable fashion designers - containing a brand new iPod (courtesy of Apple) and a playlist created by movie celebrities. See our favorites
The MacTech Sampler release is truly cool -- and truly useful to people across the Macintosh spectrum. This free download -- 167 page PDF -- is a great selection of articles, and an idea of what the new MacTech is about. Unlike many magazines that tell you what you *can* do with your Mac, MacTech shows you *how* www.mactech.com
Apple is giving away up to 8 million songs with its new Slurpee Summer Prize Fest promotion. Get a free song with the purchase of a 32 oz. Slurpee from 7-Eleven convenience stores around the US. Specially marked 32 oz Slurpee cups feature a free 12 digit alphanumeric code redeemable for one free song download from Apple's iTunes Music Store. The sweepstakes ends on July 31, 2005 ... see the full story...
Apple's new WebKit Open Source Project brings Apple closer to the open-source community. Apple has opened a public bug tracking resource for the engine, more of its source code, and more tools for the community feedback. webkit.opendarwin.org
MimMac by Ascendant Softworks, clones, backup and synchronizes data. At least, according to their web site. I haven't had time to check it out yet, but I will. It has a $10 shareware fee. It reported even lets you setup filters so that not everything needs to be backed up. Of course, the telling feature of any backup software is how well it restores the data. It does require Panther and works with Tiger.
I will let you know my experience as soon as I can try it out. Get details and download the file at: ascendantsoft.com
WOW!! According to this article, Apple is going to open up to 5 stores in the Czech Republic. To think, Prague will get an Apple Store before Tulsa. Read the article at: www.praguemonitor.com
Xupport is a multipurpose system utility for Mac OS X providing many increased system security and performance features, to maintain and backup Mac OS X, and to dig deeper into the world of Unix . . . now it's ready for Tiger
Those frustrated by AirPort reception problems on their Powerbooks should read this article from Dan East about QuickerTek's latest high gain Whip Pro antenna for Powerbooks
This week we will do some catch-up on programs previously uploaded before the Tiger/Intel news hit -- including: AB Transfer, Calq, Navicat, Game Agent, Puzzability, Bubblomania, PDF Browser, WireFusion, iGetter, Prairiefire, StreamWatcher and more in the UGN Shareware Department
"The ultimate measure of a man is not where he stands in moments of comfort and convenience, but where he stands at times of challenge and controversy."
- Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
"We could all use a little coaching. When you're playing the game, it's hard to think of everything."
- Jim Rohn
Have a great week... (See last week)
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