News Archive for 02/08/23

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New Power Mac users struggle to fit drives

08/23, 6:10pm

New Power Mac users struggle to fit drives

Although a key selling-point of Apple's latest Power Mac G4 is its ability to house two optical drives, some owners are already reporting shortfalls. The new Power Mac case layout is reportedly able to house optical drives no larger than its OEM offerings. This shortcoming presents itself when users attempt to install third-party CD or DVD drives -- which can have trays up to 20% larger than Apple's standard drives. MacNN reader Jim Richter explains that he attempted to install a Pioneer DVR-A03 (DVD-RW) drive from his "Sawtooth" Power Mac in his new dual-867MHz unit. Mr. Richter was unable to fit the drive into the case, even with the drive doors removed. Apple Tech support has been unable to offer assistance to users with this problem.

ScriptDebugger 3.0.4 works with OS X 10.2

08/23, 5:45pm

ScriptDebugger 3.0.4 works with OS X 10.2

Late Night Software has posted ScriptDebugger 3.0.4 -- updated to include Jaguar (OS 10.2) support. The $190 utility for developer is an AppleScript authoring environment for the design of simple or complex AppleScript solutions.

Updated BookEndz Docking Station ships

08/23, 5:30pm

Updated BookEndz Docking Station ships

Photo Control today announced its new BookEndz Docking Station for the PowerBook G4 DVI model is now shipping. The $245 docking station allows users to convert from a portable system to a complete desktop system (or back) in seconds, allowing for all of the peripheral devices normally connected -- printer, external monitor, Ethernet, FireWire, USB, etc. -- to be plugged into the back of the dock, and remain plugged in, independent of the portable.

Security Update 2002-08-23 for 10.2 posted

08/23, 5:05pm

Security Update 2002-08-23 for 10.2 posted

Apple has released a security update for Mac OS X 10.2 users. Available via the Software Update application, Security Update 2002-08-23 includes revised components, such as OpenSSL, and offers enhanced security to prevent "unauthorized access to applications, servers, and the operating system."

Apple to launch Novi, MI store

08/23, 4:20pm

Apple to launch Novi, MI store

Apple will open the first of two Detroit-area retail stores in Novi, MI on August 31, according to a Detroit Free Press. The article also speculates that the 10 am grand opening will draw a large crowd, like most previous Apple Store launches. "A Mac is a nice machine, but that's all it is -- a machine," says Phil Charns of the Southeast Michigan Computer Organization, offering commentary on the opening, "I just don't understand why Apple people are so devoted and defensive." Another retail outlet is to open in the Somerset Collection in Troy before Thanksgiving.

Helios to revise suite for 10.2

08/23, 3:45pm

Helios to revise suite for 10.2

Helios Software today announced that it would deliver Mac OS X 10.2-compliant versions of its Helios Suite in September. EtherShare 3.1 -- Helios' server for Mac clients, PCShare 3.1 -- its server for Windows clients, EtherShare OPI 2.5 -- a server-based OPI, and PDF Handshake 2.1 -- a PDF printing utility will all receive "Jaguar" updates in under a month. In addition to basic 10.2 compatibility, the updates will also include additional fail-safes for mission-critical reliability, advanced print job management and cross-platform Mac/Windows file locking.

Apple ships different 10.2 build with PMG4

08/23, 3:30pm

Apple ships different 10.2 build with PMG4

Some new Apple Power Macs are shipping with Mac OS X 10.2 build 6C125, instead of the 6C115 retail version. It is not clear if build 6C125 is a post-10.2 maintenance revision, or simply a version specialized to the Power Mac hardware.

MacPlay shipping Fallout 2 RPG game

08/23, 12:50pm

MacPlay shipping Fallout 2 RPG game

MacPlay is now shipping Fallout 2, its sequel to the "critically acclaimed RPG of the year Fallout, [which] took RPG’ing out of the dungeons and into a dynamic, apocalyptic retro-future. Fallout 2 is badder than ever with bigger, smarter and nastier enemies. With improved combat AI, users will have to learn to kill smarter, not harder." The $30 game title is available now on the Web or at Mac retailers nationwide.

Core Mac OS X Programming class offered

08/23, 12:40pm

Core Mac OS X Programming class offered

The Big Nerd Ranch has announced a new programming class called Core Mac OS X Programming, which "will allow programmers to harness the power of Mac OS X's Unix foundation. For the week of November 11-15, 2002, Aaron Hillegass, Cocoa instructor and author of 'Cocoa Programming for Mac OS X,' is teaming up with Mark Dalrymple to teach the new class. Topics will include multi-threading, daemons, distributed objects, network programming, Rendezvous, performance tuning, advanced debugging, security frameworks, and exception handling. The five-day class complete with a a student guide, a luxury room (with 3 meals a day), a T-shirt, and transportation to- and from- the airport is $3500.

PrefsOverload 5.0 manages prefs folder

08/23, 12:35pm

PrefsOverload 5.0 manages prefs folder

Angelo Scicolone's PrefsOverload 5.0 is a $15 shareware utility for managing application preference files. Version 5.0 adds integration with the Finder via Drag and Drop, faster files listing, better exclusion of Apple preference files, support for applications such as Project Builder and Resorcerer, editing of file names, and other features.

Sonnet PCI X 1.2.5 supports OS X 10.2

08/23, 10:50am

Sonnet PCI X 1.2.5 supports OS X 10.2

Sonnet has posted a new version of its PCI X v1.2.5 software that fully supports "Jaguar", allowing users to run Mac OS X 10.2. on upgraded Power Mac models (7500-9600 and some clone models). It is a free update to users who have purchased the $30 software package.

Full coverage: Jaguar kick-off events

08/23, 10:30am

Full coverage: Jaguar kick-off events

Several more locations have announced Mac OS X 10.2 Kick-Off events, including MacMall, Restart Computers (Vancouver), and Elite Computers (Bay Area) in addition to Apple's own retail store events and others noted yesterday. Update: Continue to check here for information on more special events.

Apple WebObjects 5.1.4 update coming

08/23, 10:10am

Apple WebObjects 5.1.4 update coming

Apple's Website notes a WebObjects 5.1.4 Update, however, the link is not yet active. The update reportedly resolves incompatibilities between WebObjects 5.1.x Developer and Mac OS X 10.2, but is not required for Mac OS X Server v10.2.

MS discloses 'critical' flaws in Office

08/23, 9:50am

MS discloses 'critical' flaws in Office

Microsoft yesterday said that "critical" security lapses in its Office software and Internet Explorer Web browser put tens of millions of users at risk of having their files read and altered by online attackers, according to a CNN report. An attacker, using e-mail or a Web page, could use Internet related parts of Office to run programs, alter data and wipe out the hard drive as well as view file and clipboard contents on a user's system.

MetricMaster 3.0: unit conversion calculator

08/23, 9:25am

MetricMaster 3.0: unit conversion calculator

Eric Rojo's MetricMaster 3.0 is a measurement unit conversions calculator containing over 2,000 metric/S.I., imperial, U.S., and other units in its database (with up to 14 significant digit precision). It supports ft/in/fractions, scientific notation and control of significant digits and can also convert currencies, clock times, and many physical constants. Version 3.0, with a new Aqua-style interface, now contains 600 definitions for units and unit groups and also contains extensive information on the history and development of modern measurement systems. The $15 shareware support Classic only.

Digital Diary 3.0 for project management

08/23, 9:20am

Digital Diary 3.0 for project management

Digital Diary 3.0 is an upgrade to Eric Rojo's $15 project management application, offering quick, convenient access to the activity history and current status of any project as well as the ability to view all activities on all projects on any particular day. A demo of the Classic version is available online.

Hide From Dock 1.0: system config for Dock

08/23, 9:15am

Hide From Dock 1.0: system config for Dock

Gwenhiver.net has released Hide From Dock 1.0, a new utility that will enable a Hide menu item in your applications's Dock menus: "Apple's Dock natively supports this feature, but its configuration file just tells it not to display it. While this looks fine if you don't use Dock menus a lot, it's a shame for multi-button mice users." The freeware is compatible with all versions of Mac OS X, including Jaguar.

MaxMenus 1.2: system utili for OS X

08/23, 9:15am

MaxMenus 1.2: system utili for OS X

Proteron has released MaxMenus 1.2, an update to its $30 shareware system utility, which offers four powerful, flexible menus (available from each desktop corner). The update brings Jaguar compatibility as well as new keyboard shortcuts for display file/folder info and moving items to the trash. A 30-day trial is available online.