Apple today released Security Update 2005-005 (Client, Server) for Mac OS X v10.3.9 Panther. The 5.9MB update “delivers a number of security enhancements and is recommended for all Macintosh users.” According to the release notes, the update includes the following updated components: Apache, AppKit, AppleScript, Bluetooth, Finder, Foundation, Help Viewer, lukemftpd, sudo, Terminal, VPN, and X11.
Read MoreApple has kicked of a new promotion in which it is giving away 30 free songs from the iTunes Music Store with the purchase of an AirPort Express (US$129). “If you like music, you’ll love AirPort Express. Just plug it in and soon you’ll be enjoying your entire iTunes library through a stereo or powered speakers virtually anywhere in your house — without wires. It works with PC or Mac and connects in a snap.
Read MoreARTIS Software and The Iconfactory today announced the release of xScope 1.1, a new version of the software that enables designers to measure, compare, contrast and get info on page layouts, screen sizes, html colors and more. Version 1.1 adds new ruler information and nudging, synchronized frame moves, new frame aspect ratios, and increased usability with Exposé and Mac OS X v10.4 Tiger. xScope sells for US$14.95.
Read MoreIn addition to new iMacs today, Apple also quietly rolled out new eMac models. The all-in-one desktop now comes in two models, both with 1.42GHz PowerPC G4 processors. The low-end model, priced at US$799, offers 256MB of RAM, an 80GB hard drive, and a Combo drive. The high-end model, priced at $999, comes with 512MB of RAM, a 160GB hard drive, and an 8x double-layer SuperDrive.
Read MoreApple’s New iMac G5 Line Delivers Faster Performance,
Built-in Wireless & Mac OS X “Tiger”
CUPERTINO, California–May 3, 2005–Apple today unveiled a new iMac G5 line
with faster 2.0 GHz PowerPC G5 processors, built-in AirPort Extreme and
Bluetooth wireless connectivity and Mac OS X version 10.4 “Tiger,” the
latest version of the world’s most advanced operating system. The new iMac
G5s also include faster graphics, a new 8X SuperDrive with double-layer
support, built-in Gigabit Ethernet for faster networking, and 512MB of
memory across the line.