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Mac cloner Psystar files for bankruptcy
Surely you remember Psystar, the pesky little company that just wouldn’t stop cloning Mac computers despite what anyone did. There was even some rumors floating around that another company may have been backing Psystar in their attempt to make Macs more open to everyone. Well, it seems as if the legend that was Psystar will soon be coming to an end.
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Convert VHS to DVD with new hardware/software package from Roxio
Roxio has announced the immediate availability of Roxio Easy VHS to DVD for Mac, a combination of software and hardware that provides consumers with a…
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Appletell reviews the G-DRIVE Q external hard drive
G-Technology is known for their smooth lines and clean designs. The G-Drive Q is no exception. It’s the classiest way to add storage to your Mac.
Improve graphic performance of your Intel GMA chipset Macintosh
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 »
Apple “dominates” in customer satisfaction
Macworld has reported on a Forrester computer manufacturer customer satisfaction survey released Friday in which, “Apple not only topped the list, it blew away the competition.” The ratings were based on usefulness, ease of use and enjoyability, for all three of which I’d give Apple high marks. And whereas I’m… Continue Reading »
Apple PR responds to Microsoft laptop hunting ads
By now, you’re probably well aware of what I think about the Microsoft laptop hunter ad campaign. The first one was decent, but the second was absolute trash. It’s nice to see that Microsoft is finally fighting back in the ad wars that Apple has initiated, but I think they… Continue Reading »
Think you’ve got a good computer set-up? Think again.
The folks over at Ahoys have put together an article called “7 Seriously Enviable Office Desk Setups.” I’m satisfied with my iMac at work and the MacBook at home, but have secretly dreamed of a set-up like a Geoff Downes keyboard arrangement at an Asia concert. Those covered at Ahoys… Continue Reading »
Second Microsoft ad proves to be worse than the first (video)
Microsoft is at it again with another one of their new series of ads attacking Macs for their price, as well as other things. In their first ad with Lauren, she wandered into the “Mac Store” but didn’t end up buying anything because there was no computer for under $1,000.… Continue Reading »
Appletell unboxing: The new Mac Mini
Is it just me, or is there something completely different about taking a new piece of Apple hardware from its box and introducing it to the real world? Perhaps the same goes for every box full of $900 worth of stuff. In any event, I thought you might be interested… Continue Reading »
I miss you, Steve Jobs; Apple announcements just aren’t the same
When Apple announced their smorgasbord of product refreshes last week, the first thing I did was order a Mac Mini. Okay, that’s just a reflex, but after that was taken care of, I started to think; something is different, and I don’t like it. I’m fairly certain the source of… Continue Reading »
Appletellcast weekly Apple podcast, March 8th 2009 [updated]
We have quite the episode for you this week. We have our first sponsor (GoDaddy.com), a survey that gives you the chance to win an Xbox 360, a discount on Podium stands, and, to put the cherry on top of it all, we’re giving three of the Podium Stands away… Continue Reading »
Are we expecting too much from Apple?
I love to follow the rumors and guess at product lines from Apple just as much as anyone. I am proclaiming my fanboyism. I think I just made up a word. A bad one at that. Anyway I think that we have come to expect to much from our beloved… Continue Reading »
Apple quietly slips integrated graphics into the two lower end iMacs
iMacs have always been the cheapest way to get a full-powered machine from Apple. Any cheaper, and you have a MacBook with an integrated graphics card, or a Mac mini, with a generally inferior everything. But with this recent Apple desktop update, Apple has evened the playing field at all… Continue Reading »
Apple WWDC 2009
WWDC is arguably now the largest Apple event of the year, where Apple will be unveiling more details on iPhone 3.0 and "Snow Leopard," but what else? A new iPhone? An Apple Netbook? Stick with Appletell for complete coverage and in depth looks at the new technologies as they're announced.
Our new podcast: Meet...
We know. Podcasts are so last year - but this one you won't want to miss. Whether it’s a rumor that won’t die, a new product announcement, or just a really good Macintosh or iPhone app find that we have to let you know about, we’ll make sure it’s covered on Appletellcast.
iPhone App Reviews
iPhone Apps. They were great when the App Store was first announced and we could all pick and chose what we wanted, but the number is now overwhelming. Here at Appletell, we'll detail the great iPhone apps we find, and steer you clear from those that aren't worth it even if they're free.
iPhone Game Reviews
As Apple turns the iPhone into one of the most popular gaming devices, the staff of Appletell--gamers and Apple fans alike--are here to help you get the most entertainment value out of your app store purchases.








