Several MacMinute readers report receiving e-mails from Apple with details on the delay of the dual 2GHz Power Mac G5. “The demand for the dual processor Power Mac has been overwhelming and our employees are working around the clock to meet demand,” reads a portion of the e-mail. “Initial units will be sent to education institutions to meet key back to school deadlines.
Read MoreApple has released Final Cut Pro 4.0.2, an update to its professional editing software for film, HD, SD and DV. The update is “strongly recommended for all users working with DV and DVCPRO50 devices. This update resolves an issue in which certain Final Cut Pro configurations would generate repeated frames during Edit to Tape operations.” The 4.0.2 update is currently only available via the Mac OS X Software Update preference pane.
Read MoreIn a statement provided to MacMinute on Friday, Apple reiterated that it will not participate in Macworld Expo Boston. “When IDG initially announced its plans to move summer Macworld to Boston in 2004, we were very clear that we didn’t think it was a good move,” Apple said in the statement. “Our position stands and Apple will not be participating in Macworld Boston.
Read MoreIDG World Expo today confirmed that the East Coast Macworld Conference & Expo will take place at the Boston Convention & Exhibition Center (BCEC) July 12-15, 2004. “After research and discussions with key stakeholders, including vendors, consultants and attendees, it is clear that Macworld Conference & Expo in Boston will provide great value to the Mac community,” said David Korse, president of IDG World Expo.
Read MoreAspyr today announced that it will publish a Mac version of The Sims Superstar, a new expansion pack for the popular simulation game. With the new expansion pack, “players can live their fantasies of fame and fortune as they pursue the dream of being a Rock Star, Movie Star, or a Supermodel, live the lifestyle of a celebrity, and even mingle with the rich and famous.” The title is expected to ship in October.
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