Tuesday, 22 December 2009
Written by Aitan Roubini
Mac Zen's shared items in Google Reader >> This is a dynamically fed article and is not authored by Mac Zen Filed under: Software Whoa. A judge for the The U.S. Court of Appeals has just upheld an earlier verdict forbidding Microsoft from selling both Office and Word after January 11th, 2010. This suit, which was filed by i4i, a creator of a XML plugin for Microsoft Office, alleged that Microsoft's Open XML format, which uses the DOCX and XLSX extensions that have been a part of Office on the Mac since Office 2008, violated i4i's patented XML handling algorithms. The court ruled in favor of i4i back in May, and Microsoft today lost their appeal, with the judge telling them that they don't have the right to sell the software as-is.
Microsoft now either has to attempt to appeal the ruling again, or settle with i4i (read as: "Ballmer has to write a big honking check"), and is currently considering further legal options. The company is also working to remove these
Friday, 11 December 2009
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Mac Zen's shared items in Google Reader >> This is a dynamically fed article and is not authored by Mac Zen  Check Point Software has launched Check Point Full Disk Encryption for Mac OS X 10.6. The software offers encryption and pre-boot authentication utilities. The entire range of drive data is encrypted, including the operating system, temporary files and even erased files. The software offers compliance with security certifications such as FIPS 140-2, Common Criteria EAL4 and BITS....
Wednesday, 09 December 2009
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Amid its slew of updates, Apple also released its SuperDrive 3.0 firmware update. The update, an 18.4 megabyte download, helps eliminate the noise made by the optical disk drive during system startup and wake from sleep on your Mac. The update applies to some MacBooks, the iMac and the Mac Mini and requires Mac OS X 10.5.7 to install and run.
The SuperDrive 3.0 update can be located and installed via Mac OS X’s Software Update feature and requires Mac OS X 10.5.7 or later to install and run.
Wednesday, 09 December 2009
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Late Tuesday, Apple released its MacBook EFI Firmware Update 1.4 for its MacBook notebook. The update, a 3.1 megabyte download, eliminates the noise made by the optical disk drive during system startup and wake from sleep on MacBook computers.
The company also released its MacBook Pro EFI Firmware Update 1.8 for some MacBook Pro models. The update, a 3.4 megabyte download, also eliminates the noise made by the optical drive during startup and emerging from sleep.
Both updates can be snagged via Mac OS X’s built-in Software Update feature and require Mac OS X 10.5.7 or later to install and run.
Thursday, 03 December 2009
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Mac Zen's shared items in Google Reader >> This is a dynamically fed article and is not authored by Mac Zen Filed under: Hardware, Reviews, App Review ThinkFlood has released RedEye, their universal remote add-on for iPhone and iPod touch. The RedEye remote is a combination of hardware and software that turns your iPhone into a truly universal remote control for IR-based devices. I received an advance unit to take for a spin, and tested it out with my (modest) home theater setup and an iPhone 3GS.
The RedEye hardware is retailing at $188US. I mention this early because the price point affected my perception of the product quite a bit. From the packaging to the construction of the unit, it doesn't really feel like high-end hardware -- not the way my Harmony 1000 remote does. Granted, it's still almost half the cost of the Harmony 1000 and less than half of the 1100, but the lightweight, plastic unit just doesn't pull off the aesthetics or feel of a $200 piece of hardware.
The hardware portion of the RedEye is an IR-blaster with a built-in charging dock for the iPhone/iPod touch. It creates a bridge between Wi-Fi (from the iPhone/iPod) and IR devices. The base unit has a fairly good IR range, but no built-in options for extending it. A repeater may be required in some circumstances, especially if your equipment is behind closed cabinet doors. The device has built-in Wi-Fi broadcast, and can connect to your iPhone/iPod right out of the box. You get better performance (and easier configuration), however, by modifying the setup to use an existing Wi-Fi signal in your home. Multiple units can be used to cover additional rooms and control them all from a single iPhone/iPod, and multiple iPhones/iPods can connect to a single RedEye unit. Configurations are stored in the unit itself, so software modifications made on one iPhone/iPod are available to any other iPhone/iPod.
The RedEye software [ iTunes...
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Tuesday, 01 December 2009
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This is a dynamically fed article and is not authored by Mac Zen MacNN - The MHA has launched Airlock, new security software. The programs locks or unlocks a Mac based on the proximity of an iPhone or iPod's Bluetooth recei...  
Monday, 30 November 2009
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Mac Zen's shared items in Google Reader >> This is a dynamically fed article and is not authored by Mac Zen I’m excited to announce that tomorrow marks the start of the AppStorm Christmas Giveaway. We’ll be running this across both Mac.AppStorm, and Web.AppStorm, and it’s going to be huge! We’ll be giving away a different application every day between the 1st and 24th December. On the 24th, we’re finishing off with an enormous finale including some fantastic Apple hardware.The total value of all the prizes included in the Mac.AppStorm competitions exceeds $7,000, with over 138 licenses up for grabs. It’s something not to be missed, so read on for a sneak preview of the software on offer and a special AppStorm Christmas wallpaper!What You’ll Be Winning  So, what do you stand to win, and how can you enter? We don’t want to give everything away at the outset, but the graphic above shows a selection of the prizes and hardware we’ll be giving away.Every day, we’ll be posting a new article explaining what’s being given away, and offering details on how to enter. It could involve leaving a comment, posting a message on Twitter, or something a little more creative! To be sure that you don’t miss out on any of the festivities, be sure to follow us or subscribe:   Save the Date  Every day in December is going to be exciting, but be sure to check back on the 24th December to take part in the final day of the promotion. We have over $1,000 worth of hardware and software prizes being given away on this day alone. Winners will be announced the same day, so we’ll be making Christmas extra special... Continue Reading Original Article on Source Site
Wednesday, 25 November 2009
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Mac Zen's shared items in Google Reader >> This is a dynamically fed article and is not authored by Mac Zen Section: Software + Apps, Microsoft Office, Mac + Computers, Software
If you’re excited about Black Friday, you now have yet another reason. If you have a Mac and don’t already own a copy of Microsoft Office for Mac, this upcoming Friday through Monday is the time to buy yourself one.
Microsoft has announced they will be offering Office 2008 for Mac Home & Student Editions for just $99, $50 off the standard retail price. Microsoft’s current deals are also quite bargain-worthy, as their Office 2008 Home and Student Edition is currently $20 off, their Business Edition Upgrade is $40 off and their Business Edition is $50 off.
If you’re interested in this Black Friday weekend offer, make sure to head over to the Mactopia web site starting this coming Friday, November 27th. For more information on Microsoft’s current deals, view their Office 2008 promotion page.
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Friday, 20 November 2009
Written by Aitan Roubini
Mac Zen's shared items in Google Reader >> This is a dynamically fed article and is not authored by Mac Zen Section: Software + Apps, Games, Mac + Computers, Software
Don’t think for a moment we missed yesterday’s announcement that Star Trek: D-A-C is heading towards the Macintosh system. Currently available for the Xbox LIVE Arcade, PlayStation Network and Valve’s Steam digital distribution service for Windows PC, the Mac version comes out in December via TransGaming Inc.‘s GameTreeOnline.com digital distribution platform courtesy of Paramount Digital Entertainment.
Now, when you grow up being asked, “As in ‘Captain?’ ” every time you tell someone your name, you tend to grow bitter towards the source of the joke. Therefore, my interest in Star Trek begins and ends with Star Trek II. But I’m told it’s still very popular, so one of my readers will likely be able to tell me what D-A-C stands for. Until then, game details:
Star Trek: D-A-C is a fast-paced, top-down space shooter where up to twelve players can compete in intergalactic battles
Saturday, 14 November 2009
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Mac Zen's shared items in Google Reader >> This is a dynamically fed article and is not authored by Mac Zen Section: Software + Apps, Third-Party, Productivity, Mac + Computers, Software, ReviewsProvides: Word processing
Developer: Hog Bay Software
Minimum Requirements: Mac OS X
Cost: $24.95 (30 day free trial available)
Availability: Now
Word processing was the original “killer app” of the personal computer. For those of you over the age of twenty, be glad you never knew a world where you had to type important documents (term papers, etc.) and making a mistake meant retyping the whole page (Liquid Paper being akin to spray painting over a dent in your car and convincing yourself no one would notice.
Still, just because computers made editing simpler doesn’t mean that writing comes any easier. In fact with wireless networking and the rise of social media, it’s become harder as there are more distractions to pull you away from the page. “I think I’ll just pop over to Wikipedia to check out this topic. Wonder if there’s any e-mail. Oh,
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