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April 2005

QuickTime 7.0 Released

4-29-05

QuickTime 7 provides a vast array of new features, including:

Additionally, QuickTime 7 Pro users will enjoy the following new capabilities:

Important Notice to QuickTime Pro Users

Installation of QuickTime 7 will disable the QuickTime Pro functionality in prior versions of QuickTime. If you proceed with this installation, you must purchase a new QuickTime 7 Pro key to regain QuickTime Pro functionality. After installation, visit www.apple.com/quicktime to purchase a Quicktime 7 Pro key.

Tiger has arrived

The next generation of Mac OS X touches down at a retail store near you. A single 10.4 user license costs $129 from the Apple Store ($69 with educational discount) and the 10.4 Family Pack sells for $199.

Apple Cinema Display Price Cut

4-27-05

Alongside PowerMac upgrades, Apple has reduced prices on their Cinema Displays. Pricing is as follows:

20-inch Cinema: $799
23-inch Cinema: $1499
30-inch Cinema: $2999

All models ship the same business day for free.

PowerMac G5 Upgraded

4-27-05

Today Apple announced a refreshed PowerMac lineup. Details are as follows:

Single 1.8GHz PowerPC G5
Dual 2GHz PowerPC G5
Dual 2.3GHz PowerPC G5
Dual 2.7GHz PowerPC G5

All models ship in 1-2 business days for free.

GarageBand 2.0.1

4-25-05

Apple has released a GarageBand 2.0.1 Update. It is said to address issues with duplicating tracks, playhead snapping to grid, joining software instrument regions on adjacent tracks, making precise adjustments to volume and pan settings, and converting Software Instrument Apple Loops based on drum sounds into Real Instrument Apple Loops. It also addresses an issue where recorded Real Instrument regions may not properly adjust to changes in the project key.

Java Update for Mac OS X v10.3.9

4-21-05

This update will correct issues affecting some Java users following the installation of Mac OS X v10.3.9. For detailed information visit: http://www.info.apple.com/kbnum/n301382

Apple Tech Update Event

4-19-05

Apple Computer will be hosting a Tech Update Event over Mac OSX 10.4 Tiger Client and Server, on April 26th from 9:00AM-11:00AM and 2:00PM-4:00PM in the Union Room #507 / 508. The event will be hosted by Michael Colvin, an Apple Systems Engineer, and will cover the new operating system in detail, with a question and answer session afterwards. Anyone interested in getting a more in depth view of this powerful and innovative OS are invited to come. We look forward to seeing you there, I am sure that it will be very educational and fun.

Security Update 2005-004

4-19-05

Security Update 2005-004 delivers a number of security enhancements and is recommended for all Macintosh users. This update includes the following components:

For detailed information, please visit this website: http://www.info.apple.com/kbnum/n61798

Apple Updates Professional Suite and Shake

4-17-05

Introduced as Final Cut Studio, the production suite puts everything editors need to evaluate production values in a single box:

The Final Cut Studio Suite sells for $1299 and ships free in 4-6 weeks. While these applications can also be purchased individually, buying the suite saves a ton of money. Visit the Apple Store for more information. Also, Apple has posted some really cool Quick Tours videos, so be sure and check those out, too.

Shake 4 was also updated. This advanced digital compositing application retails for $2999.

Mac OS X 10.3.9

4-16-05

The last build of Mac OS 10.3 ever. The update delivers overall improved compatibility and reliability for Mac OS X v10.3 "Panther" and is recommended for all users.

Improvements include:

For detailed information visit:

Software Updates

4-14-05

Now available via Software Update:

iMovie HD 5.0.2

Addresses issues related to video and audio synchronization for DV projects and other issues. These include:

iPhoto 5.0.2

Addresses issues with:

iDVD 5.0.1

Addresses issues with stability and compatibility with iPhoto slideshows and iMovie HD.

iSight 1.0.3

The iSight 1.0.3 update improves the iSight's audio performance. This update is recommended for iSight users running Mac OS X 10.3.7 and later.

Tiger Announced!

4-12-05

On Tuesday Apple officially unleashed it's next generation Operating System: Mac OS X 10.4 Tiger. The cat is set to pounce for April 29, 2005. If you order from Apple, it will be shipped early and arrive on April 29th. The official celebration begins at 6:00 PM at any official Apple Store. Check out Mac OS X for more information.

Macworld Registration Begins

4-6-05

Macworld has begun registration for it's annual expo. This year it will take place in Boston, MA on July 11-14 in the Hynes Convention Center. See Macworld's Site for more information.

For over 20 years, Macworld Conference & Expo has been the leading destination for Mac enthusiasts. They provide the education, networking and thought leadership that professionals and consumers alike need to get the most from their technology investment.

Apple begins WWDC 2005 Registration

Spotlight on Innovation

Apple has begun registration for their annual Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC). The conference, aimed at hardware and software developers, enterprise IT specialists, and Apple's next generation OS: Tiger, will be held from June 6-10 at the Moscone West in San Francisco. See Apple's WWDC site for more information.