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That’s either a very symmetrically placed piece of dust… OR….

OMG THE iPAD HAS A CAMERA! OK, I won’t say the iPad is going to ship with a camera, or even that that is what we are seeing here in Apple’s iPad ad, but as faithful Macenstein reader Mike points out, that does kinda sorta look like the spot a camera WOULD go, if the iPad DID have a camera. So, did they use a prototype for the commercial? Or is it simply a well-placed, (beveled) piece of dust? Is it the guy who hangs himself in the background of the Wizard of OZ?... Read More

Why does it seem that only old people win stuff?

When it was announced yesterday that the winner of the iTunes 10 billionth song giveaway was 71 year-old Louie Sulcer, I was torn. On the one hand, I was happy for Louie – he seems like a nice fellow, easy going, and into Johnny Cash apparently. But on the other hand, I HATE Louie with a passion. Why? Because he’s OLD, that’s why. Now granted, Louie appears to be more with it than your average 71 year-old in that he not only owns an iPod but actually knows how... Read More

Attention Time Travelers: Your iPhone may not work in 1990

I knew there was a reason I didn’t throw out my Motorola MicroTAC 9800X! Faithful Macenstein reader Colin writes: I was bored and trying to find something to watch on Hulu when I saw this: I thought you’d get a kick out of it, apparently going back in time 17 years totally screws with the iPhone. Wow Colin. You know, I’ve been bored before, but I guess I’ve never achieved the “Let’s see if there’s any old Journeyman episodes on Hulu”... Read More

Surprise Surprise: Apple cameos abound in Toy Story 3 trailer

We’ve all seen Steve Jobs crowbar Apple products into past Pixar films, but given how many Apple cameos we can see in the brief two and half minutes of Toy Story 3’s trailer, odds are this thing is going to play like an Apple commercial. In fact, I don’t want to give too much away, but I’ve heard the ending takes place inside Apple’s 5th Ave Store while Yael Naim’s New Soul plays. Here we see the toys using an iMac… … and Safari… ... Read More

[UPDATED] Chuck Norris Steve Jobs is so bad ass “he can get a Whopper at McDonald’s”

What do Steve Jobs and Chuck Norris have in common? They’re both ass-wipes. Well, at least the deified, internet version of Chuck Norris is (I’m sure he’s a lamb in real life). But according to NYMag, Steve Jobs is a different matter. At a recent top-secret dinner held for 50 NY TImes execs, Steve Jobs made a “surprise” appearance to show off the capabilities of the new iPad and to perhaps attempt to gain exclusivity with NYT content on the device.... Read More

24-year-old British girl weds her MacBook “Alex”

I’m not going to question the authenticity of this clip, and neither should you. Just rest secure in the knowledge that the British version of iJustine does exist, and she’s adorable, has a charming accent, and a slightly more normal view on makeup application. 24-year-old Hermione Way has been unofficially engaged to her laptop who she calls Alex, for 11 months now. Some people call her crazy and insane, but she wants to show the world how dedicated she is to... Read More

Steve Ballmer admits his signature is worthless

I must admit that Steve Ballmer is one smart fella. Approximately 2 seconds after signing this kid’s MacBook he realizes that he’s ruined it, and the poor guy needs a new one. [via uselessuniverse.com]  Read More

Imagine how cool this would be if you were 6 inches tall

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OMG I need two of these so bad!

I am of course referring to the WOMAN, not the Snuggie. I managed to successfully hold off on buying a Snuggie this holiday season, but a man can only be so strong. I meam, check out this new LEOPARD (as in OS X) Print Snuggie! How cool would I look?!? I can’t believe the bargain! Apparently if I order now I can get TWO FOR THE PRICE OF ONE plus a free book light, and I will certainly need two so I can wear one and use the other as a makeshift tent when the Bride of Macenstein... Read More

Snow Leopard “Nail Painting” tutorial: Finally you can match your nails to your OS!

Hey ladies, have you tried everything to land that super-hot Mac Geek in your life with nothing to show for it? Well, assuming you’re not ugly, the problem might be your nails. Everyone knows a true Mac geek likes their woman’s fingernails to match their OS, and nothing screams OS X 10.6 like Snow Leopard Fingernails! Above: Well, she’s certainly no stranger to makeup. Check out JulieG 713‘s video tutorial (below) on how to paint your fingernails with... Read More