October 10th | Posted by Dr. Macenstein

Anyone looking for further evidence of Apple’s rampant neglect of the Mac mini (aside from, you know, the obvious signs like the whole “431 days since an update” thing) need look no further than the Mac mini’s product page.

Oh sure, the web guys tried to freshen it up with a new keyboard and headphones, […]

March 3rd | Posted by Dr. Macenstein

Check out this awesome pics sent in to Steampunk by the amazingly talented (and apparently amazingly pussy-whipped) Dave Veloz.

That’s right, that is a Mac mini, all decked out in 1800’s finery, and served up to Dave’s new bride as a wedding gift.

Not sure where the coal-powered mouse is, but I assume […]

September 17th | Posted by Dr. Macenstein

One of the many items I am considering using to funnel my $100 iPhone rebate back into Apple’s pocket is a new MacBook. I’m basically looking for something simple to use as a blogging device, as I’m tired of spending countless hours in my basement office, ignoring the family while writing my lame articles. My […]

July 30th | Posted by Dr. Macenstein

The NewerTech miniStack V2 is the must-have accessory for any Mac mini owner who is using their mini as a digital video recorder. The design nicely compliment’s the Mac mini, and does not take up much additional space nor add much additional noise to an entertainment center setting. The price is quite reasonable when you consider you are not only getting a large external hard drive, but also a USB and a FireWire hub, all wrapped up in a quiet, sleek package that nicely compliments your mini.

miniStack v2

Price: $69.99 (no hard drive kit) up to $329.99 (750GB)

Pros: Beautiful Design, quiet operation, provides much needed storage and expansion lacking from the Mac mini

Cons: non significant

miniStack v3

Price: $119.99 (no hard drive kit) up to $549.99 (1.0TB )

Pros: Provides extra storage and “high-end” ports, quiet operation

Cons: New features are not designed to work with the Mac mini, although it retains the same Mac mini styling as its predecessor; Offers 2 less FireWire 400 ports than the V2; Is more expensive due to the inclusion of the FW 800 and eSATA ports.

The V3 is a less clear choice. The hgher-end connection options seem geared for non-mini use, however the form factor remains the same as the V2.