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  • Appletell reviews the BookArc Desktop Stand for MacBooks

    I like the BookArc; let’s start with that. This device from Twelve South is a simple but solid heavy gauge steel arc in which your MacBook, MacBook Pro or MacBook Air can rest in its closed position. Why would you need that? You wouldn’t be asking if you use an external monitor and keyboard with your MacBook. Small is good when you’re considering portability. But when doing work at your desk, it’s better for your…

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Apple brimming with new computers and devices today?

by Jake Gaecke on Oct 20, 2009 at 06:20 AM

Yes, it seems that Apple plans to refresh or update every product you already own in an attempt to make you lust for a new ones. We’re talking about new Mac Minis, iMacs and even a new iMouse! At least, that’s what the latest rumor says, and it’s all set… Continue Reading »

Back to School: Is a Mac the right choice?

by Ed McKell on Sep 7, 2009 at 04:19 PM

As students head back to school, many have dreams of computers dancing in their heads. Let’s be honest up front here, it’s hard to justify a new computer for your average high school student, but it’s definitely becoming a must-have for most college students. Let’s put the cards on the… Continue Reading »

Appletell reviews HyperMac’s External MacBook Power Battery

by Jake Gaecke on Jul 16, 2009 at 06:42 AM

Apple has made their best effort to maximize battery life in their notebook line, but sometimes it’s just not enough. Even if battery life has been extended since previous models, the new MacBooks don’t support swapping of batteries (at least not in a usable fashion). So, what do you do?… Continue Reading »

Walt Mossberg on MacBook Pro’s sealed in batteries

by Josh Holat on Jun 29, 2009 at 10:33 PM

Walt Mossberg has his official review of the new MacBook Pro batteries written and published, and his results and insight are very interesting. He makes some very good points regarding how well the built-in batteries in these machines will work for various users. He also describes the growing trend of… Continue Reading »

WWDC: Apple updates MacBook Pro

by Josh Holat on Jun 8, 2009 at 01:24 PM

In the first of what will be plenty of WWDC announcements, Apple has released an update to their MacBook Pro lines that will be shipping starting today. The new line (15-inch and 17-inch) has a built in SD card slot as well as a better display, and the extended, revolutionary… Continue Reading »

Appletell giveaway: Xtands and Cooling Bar from Just Mobile

by Kirk Hiner on Jun 6, 2009 at 02:22 PM

WWDC is upon us. That’s great news for all Macintosh, iPhone and iPod owners, but it can come with a tinge of sadness. After all, we can’t all upgrade to the new hardware that Apple is sure to announce. To cushion the blow, the fine folks at Just Mobile have… Continue Reading »

Appletell reviews the Omniverse Universal Laptop Tote

by Kirk Hiner on Jun 4, 2009 at 08:00 PM

I can’t imagine the Omniverse will become the tote of choice for the dedicated followers of fashion out there. It’s not meant to walk the runway. It’s not meant to be used for lugging your laptop around town all day. The computer user who’d get the best value out of… Continue Reading »

MagSafe - design over safety?

by Ed Parry on May 26, 2009 at 02:21 PM

When the MagSafe power adapter first appeared with Apple’s laptops, people loved it. Its intuitive use of a magnet to ensure nothing gets ripped and broken if the wire is pulled, was great. But with the connection between cable and computer being five pins and a magnet, was safety compromised… Continue Reading »

Appletell reviews Just Mobile’s Cooling Bar for MacBook

by Jake Gaecke on May 5, 2009 at 07:37 PM

Brushed aluminum and black accents… it screams Apple design. What is it? It’s Just Mobile’s answer to the heat issues many of you may be experiencing with your MacBook. But is it just a bar of aluminum, or is it something more? Fortunately, it’s something more. Yes indeed, you can… Continue Reading »

Improve graphic performance of your Intel GMA chipset Macintosh

by Aaron Kraus on May 2, 2009 at 09:29 AM

Jealous of friends who have a newer MacBook or iMac with the new NVIDIA graphics? Do you feel less able by comparison, what with that sad old Intel GMA chipset sported by your earlier model? Never fear, there’s hope for you yet! Enter GMABoosterX, a new tool that allows you… Continue Reading »

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