Apple has recently updated its Mac Mini by releasing a new model with a faster processor and graphics card. Priced at $599, the entry-level Mac mini features a faster 2.26 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo processor with a 2GB of DDR3 1066 MHz memory, a 160GB hard drive, five USB 2.0 ports, FireWire 800, an nVidia GeForce 9400M integrated graphics and a SuperDrive. Meanwhile, the $799 Mac mini provides a 2.53 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo processor, a 4GB of memory and a larger 320GB hard drive. And finally, the Mac Mini Server that comes with two 500GB hard drives for a total of 1TB of server storage in the tiny 6.5-inch square by 2-inch tall Mac mini enclosure. The Mac Mini Server retails for $999. [Apple]
Apple today announced the new Bluetooth Magic Mouse that allows users to navigate using intuitive finger gestures instead of mechanical buttons, scroll wheels or scroll balls. The entire top surface of the Magic Mouse is a multi-touch surface that can track independent fingers. It is perfect for both left and right handed users. The Bluetooth Magic Mouse will be available at the end of October 2009 for $69 each. [MacRumors]
Apple has finally unveiled new iMacs with brilliant LED-backlit 21.5 and 27-inch widescreen displays in a new edge-to-edge glass design and all aluminum enclosure. The 21.5-inch model provides up to 1920×1080 resolution with an Intel Core 2 Duo processor options running at 3.06 GHz or 3.33 GHz, and an nVidia GeForce 9400M or an ATI Radeon 4670 graphics card options. Meanwhile, the 27-inch model features the same processor options found on the smaller model.
Users can choose a faster 2.66 GHz Quad-Core Intel Core i5 or a 2.8 GHz Quad-Core Intel Core i7 processor as build-to-order options. Each purchase comes with a wireless keyboard and the all new wireless Magic Mouse, the world’s first mouse with Multi-Touch technology pioneered by Apple on the iPhone, iPod touch and Mac notebook trackpad. The 21.5 and 27-inch iMacs are priced at $1,199 and $1,699, respectively. More
The BookArc helps you free up more space on your desk. It is a sexy stand designed that holds your MacBook vertically and turn it into a nettop. BookArc rests on soft, silicone footpads that keep it from leaving any unwanted surface marks or scratches on your desk. The BookArc is now available at the Apple Store and retails for $49.99 each. A BookArc “six-pack” geared towards design studios and Mac-based offices is being offered at a bundled discount price of $249.99. [Twelve South via Laptop Notebook News]
Word has it that the much anticipated Apple Tablet will be officially launched in 2010. Unfortunately, there is no info pricing so far. The Apple Tablet will come with a 10-inch multi-touch display, 3G, and will possibly include a contract with the mobile phone carrier Verizon Wireless. [AppleInsider via Laptop Notebook News]
The giant mobile carrier Verizon apparently will release another Apple product before the year’s end. Known as the Apple tablet computer, the gadget may look like a larger iPod Touch. It supports a 9-inch or 10-inch touchscreen display and maybe a keyboard too. According to The Street, “an initial version” of the Apple tablet will be offered by Verizon Wireless, subsidized. However, the tablet computer might be still expensive even after Verizon subsidizes it. Stay tuned for more updates. [The Street via UnWiredView]
The MiLi Pro LCOS, LED-driven projector will turn your iPhone or iPod Touch into a projector. All you have to do is to plug your iPhone or iPod Touch with the device. This mini projector has a 640×480 resolution with 10 lumens, VGA and RCA inputs, and a dock connector. The MiLi Pro iPhone projector will be released in September 2009. No word on pricing at this time. More
Apple just released three new members for its MacBook Pro Aluminum Unibody series that include a 13-inch, a 15-inch and a 17 inch versions. All of these models provide 40% longer battery life with its built-in battery that provides 7-hours of work on a single charge. Other cool features include a LED-backlit displays, the Multi-Touch trackpad, an illuminated keyboard, a new SD card (13 and 15-inch) or ExpressCard slot (17-inch), a FireWire 800 port and new NVIDIA graphics. You can also upgrade these new MacBooks with up to 8GB of RAM, a 500GB hard drive or a 256GB solid state drive. The 15-inch and 17-inch MacBook Pros can also be upgraded up with a 3.06-GHz Intel Core 2 Duo processor. The price ranges from $1200 to $2500, depending on the specs. More
Apple has just introduced their new iPhone 3G S which will be available in the US starting June 19. Other 80 countries around the world will get the iPhone 3G S in the coming weeks. So let’s check out some of the specs, a high-quality 3MP autofocus camera, VGA video recording at 30fps, a 7.2Mbps HSDPA connectivity, a built-in digital compass for instant navigation, a voice control and the new iPhone 3.0 OS with over 100 new features such as MMS, Cut, Copy and Paste, landscape keyboard, Spotlight Search and more. The iPhone 3G S will be available in two different versions: 16GB and 32GB, as for the price itself, the 16GB version will set you back $199 and $299 for the 32GB version. Both prices requiring a new 2-year contract agreement with AT&T. More
Priced at $18, the Ozaki iCommand enables the iPod shuffle 3rd generation to work with common third-party headphones. The device features integrated volume controls on one side and a multifunction play/pause/track button on the other. More
