February 02, 08 by Daniel Foster
With the launch of the MacBook Air, Apple insider sites like 9 to 5 Mac and Mac Rumors are reporting Cupertino will be rolling out new MacBook Pros based on Intel’s new 45nm Penryn mobile processor technology next week. Below is a brief overview of the expected features:
- Same basic design. Might be a bit thinner, but that’s about it.
- Keyboard similar to the one found in the MacBook Air.
- Larger touch pad with multi-touch technology.
- Same pricing.
- Possibility of SSD or hybrid configuration.
- LED screens on 17″ models.
Those looking for a major overhaul of the MacBook Pro line will have to wait. But for those looking into buying an Apple notebook, wait a week or so and you should get a pleasant surprise. Or even better, why not buy the old MacBooks on sale once the new models come out?
December 28, 07 by Daniel Foster
The Inquirer has some interesting tidbits on a new piece of calling software that can apparently determine numerous things about you, including your age, gender, and mood. If you sound angry, it will redirect you to a real person ASAP. Technology really is taking over the world, coming closer to replacing humans.
If companies would look for ways to increase human interaction instead of replace it, they would be a lot more successful. Most people I know are willing to pay a premium for good support. Thankfully I’ve never had any hell stories with call centers.
October 26, 06 by Daniel Foster
For those music lovers out there, All of MP3 , the popular Russian music download site known for its cheap high quality music has launched Music for the Masses, a client that lets you download any of their songs at CD quality for free. However, the files are specially encoded so that they only work with their music player. There’s no word yet from the RIAA about this, but everyone knows there will be soon. Though it’s probably illegal, someone has developed a hack to bypass the free music’s encryption. Unsurprisingly, it has been removed has been removed for download by its host, RapidShare.
To get the free music, just sign up and download a track as you normally would. The only difference is you must choose “free mode” when submitting a request to download a track. Speeds for the free music are only around 50 KB/s at best, but who cares as long as it’s free?
