April 30th
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Dr. Macenstein
Posted by iGor
Hardmac has taken a snowflake of a story and rolled it into a Frosty The Snowman-sized iPod rumor. Apparently, they feel there is a strong possibility of new iPods being released in the not-too-distant future based on a report from a European journalist, who Hardmac deems a trustworthy source. The newsman […]
April 30th
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Dr. Macenstein
The V20 Notebook Speakers from Logitech offer some of the best sound you’re likely to find at this size and price point, especially in USB-Powered speakers. I am currently using them as a replacement for the desktop speakers on my Mac Pro, the sound is that good. However, I think with a bit more attention to the Mac market in mind when designing the V20’s Logitech would have a runaway hit withe these travel speakers. If all the speaker’s multi-media features were supported on the latest Intel Macs, these would be easier to recommend. Still, their above average sound quality, compact size, nice styling, and lack of the need for an extra power outlet earn them a respectable 7.5 out of 10 rating.
The V20 Notebook Speakers from Logitech

Price: $69.99 ( $51.5 Amazon
)
Pros: Great sound at this price/weight; portable; nice styling; comes with a case
Cons: Lack of Mac support on the the V20’s multimedia buttons; chord placement could be better for use on Mac portables; case enclosure could be sturdier
April 27th
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Dr. Macenstein
Posted by Helper Monkey
If that 60GB-200GB drive that came with your Mac laptop just isn’t cutting it these days, and you’re not put off by the thought of never listening to a CD or watching/burning a DVD again without an external hookup, then MCE has the solution for you. Their OptiBay Hard Drive kit […]
April 27th
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Dr. Macenstein
Posted by Dr. Macenstein
Earlier this week, Reuters asked Steve Jobs whether the iTunes store would ever adopt a subscription based approach to music instead of Apple’s current purchase-only model. “Never say never, but customers don’t seem to be interested in it,” Jobs said. “The subscription model has failed so far.”
Quite right. However there is […]
April 26th
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Dr. Macenstein
If you are a digital artist who relies heavily on compositing, the decision to buy Fluid Mask is a no brainer. The time-savings it provides will quickly pay for the plug-in after only a few images. For the pro-sumer hobbyist or Photoshop prankster who likes putting people’s heads on other people’s bodies for a laugh, the decision is less clear-cut. However the controls on Fluid Mask are so straight forward that no one should be scared away thinking this tool is only for the pros.

Price: $199 (license can be used on up to 2 machines at a time)
Pros: Creates extremely detailed masks in a matter of minutes, even very complex subjects; easy to navigate interface, great training videos online
Cons: None significant
April 24th
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Dr. Macenstein
Posted by Dr. Macenstein
Apple has broken from its traditional $4.99 price structure and released the new iPod game iQuiz for just 99¢.
iQuiz is a pop culture trivia game designed to test your knowledge of music, movies, and TV shows. You can also choose Music Quiz 2 and iQuiz will test your knowledge of […]