Comments on: Apple Magsafe Patent to Keep out 3rd parties? http://theappleblog.com/2006/08/10/apple-magsafe-patent-to-keep-out-3rd-parties/ The Apple Blog, published by and for the day-to-day Apple user, is a prominent source for news, reviews, walkthroughs, and real life application of all Apple products. Thu, 28 Aug 2008 06:41:42 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.6 By: Magsafe para todos | :::MoViC!::: http://theappleblog.com/2006/08/10/apple-magsafe-patent-to-keep-out-3rd-parties/#comment-118851 Magsafe para todos | :::MoViC!::: Wed, 23 Jul 2008 19:47:47 +0000 http://theappleblog.com/2006/08/10/apple-magsafe-patent-to-keep-out-3rd-parties/#comment-118851 [...] despertó el interés de muchos, saliendo incluso una versión casera. Pero lamentablemente Apple lo tenia patentado y nunca pasó de ahí, hasta [...] [...] despertó el interés de muchos, saliendo incluso una versión casera. Pero lamentablemente Apple lo tenia patentado y nunca pasó de ahí, hasta [...]

]]> By: :::MoViC!::: » Blog Archive » Replug: magsafe para todos http://theappleblog.com/2006/08/10/apple-magsafe-patent-to-keep-out-3rd-parties/#comment-118835 :::MoViC!::: » Blog Archive » Replug: magsafe para todos Wed, 23 Jul 2008 16:16:56 +0000 http://theappleblog.com/2006/08/10/apple-magsafe-patent-to-keep-out-3rd-parties/#comment-118835 [...] despertó el interés de muchos, saliendo incluso una versión casera. Pero lamentablemente Apple lo tenia patentado y nunca pasó de ahí, hasta [...] [...] despertó el interés de muchos, saliendo incluso una versión casera. Pero lamentablemente Apple lo tenia patentado y nunca pasó de ahí, hasta [...]

]]> By: Arma tu propio adaptador de corriente magnético para notebooks - FayerWayer http://theappleblog.com/2006/08/10/apple-magsafe-patent-to-keep-out-3rd-parties/#comment-118822 Arma tu propio adaptador de corriente magnético para notebooks - FayerWayer Wed, 23 Jul 2008 04:23:48 +0000 http://theappleblog.com/2006/08/10/apple-magsafe-patent-to-keep-out-3rd-parties/#comment-118822 [...] que evita que el notebook salga volando cuando uno se tropieza con el cable de la corriente. Esta tecnología esta patentada por Apple, por lo que es dificil que salga algo de este tipo para otras marcas de notebooks. Pero para [...] [...] que evita que el notebook salga volando cuando uno se tropieza con el cable de la corriente. Esta tecnología esta patentada por Apple, por lo que es dificil que salga algo de este tipo para otras marcas de notebooks. Pero para [...]

]]> By: Replug: magsafe para todos - FayerWayer http://theappleblog.com/2006/08/10/apple-magsafe-patent-to-keep-out-3rd-parties/#comment-110501 Replug: magsafe para todos - FayerWayer Thu, 04 Oct 2007 15:41:05 +0000 http://theappleblog.com/2006/08/10/apple-magsafe-patent-to-keep-out-3rd-parties/#comment-110501 [...] despertó el interés de muchos, saliendo incluso una versión casera. Pero lamentablemente Apple lo tenia patentado y nunca pasó de ahí, hasta [...] [...] despertó el interés de muchos, saliendo incluso una versión casera. Pero lamentablemente Apple lo tenia patentado y nunca pasó de ahí, hasta [...]

]]> By: Don http://theappleblog.com/2006/08/10/apple-magsafe-patent-to-keep-out-3rd-parties/#comment-105669 Don Sat, 19 May 2007 02:56:48 +0000 http://theappleblog.com/2006/08/10/apple-magsafe-patent-to-keep-out-3rd-parties/#comment-105669 I found this link while searching for an Auto Air adapter with a Magsafe connector, and after reading through the responses I have decided that if I want to be a real MAC user i need to get a cat and train it to stay away from my power cords. My sister used the white vinegar trick and it seem to work. I found this link while searching for an Auto Air adapter with a Magsafe connector, and after reading through the responses I have decided that if I want to be a real MAC user i need to get a cat and train it to stay away from my power cords.

My sister used the white vinegar trick and it seem to work.

]]> By: pete watson http://theappleblog.com/2006/08/10/apple-magsafe-patent-to-keep-out-3rd-parties/#comment-100046 pete watson Wed, 24 Jan 2007 18:43:01 +0000 http://theappleblog.com/2006/08/10/apple-magsafe-patent-to-keep-out-3rd-parties/#comment-100046 My new ibook has the magsafe connection wich I love, but the dog ended up getting to it and chewing it up in the middle.. has anyone ever attempted splicing a cord like this back together or know of any video post that are up on the web of it being done. I already bought a new cord, but it would be great if I could fix the old one as a back up. My new ibook has the magsafe connection wich I love, but the dog ended up getting to it and chewing it up in the middle..

has anyone ever attempted splicing a cord like this back together or know of any video post that are up on the web of it being done.

I already bought a new cord, but it would be great if I could fix the old one as a back up.

]]> By: J http://theappleblog.com/2006/08/10/apple-magsafe-patent-to-keep-out-3rd-parties/#comment-83706 J Sun, 10 Dec 2006 03:21:50 +0000 http://theappleblog.com/2006/08/10/apple-magsafe-patent-to-keep-out-3rd-parties/#comment-83706 Anyone have a cat that chews on blinds? My cat likes to chew on them. Most annoying: she is somehow bending in the last section of them on each side of the vertical-running strings. I sprayed bitter citrus and showed it to her...and she still bends the ends in toward the window. Thanks.. Anyone have a cat that chews on blinds? My cat likes to chew on them. Most annoying: she is somehow bending in the last section of them on each side of the vertical-running strings. I sprayed bitter citrus and showed it to her…and she still bends the ends in toward the window.

Thanks..

]]> By: MacNewsOnline.com » Blog Archive » Where’s the Third Pary At? http://theappleblog.com/2006/08/10/apple-magsafe-patent-to-keep-out-3rd-parties/#comment-77806 MacNewsOnline.com » Blog Archive » Where’s the Third Pary At? Mon, 20 Nov 2006 18:54:14 +0000 http://theappleblog.com/2006/08/10/apple-magsafe-patent-to-keep-out-3rd-parties/#comment-77806 [...] There have been some rumors of third party solutions and even some less official looking solutions, but I think I’ll just wait and suffer for a while longer. [...] [...] There have been some rumors of third party solutions and even some less official looking solutions, but I think I’ll just wait and suffer for a while longer. [...]

]]> By: jeffrey http://theappleblog.com/2006/08/10/apple-magsafe-patent-to-keep-out-3rd-parties/#comment-76181 jeffrey Mon, 13 Nov 2006 20:41:29 +0000 http://theappleblog.com/2006/08/10/apple-magsafe-patent-to-keep-out-3rd-parties/#comment-76181 I hope a 3rd party makes them shortly as I just got my first apple, a 2gig macbook, and the 60watt power adapter has already quit working after 1 month of in home use (no cats).This is not very confidence inspiring for someone who just got there first apple after years of IBM based nachines! I also did some research and was sad at what I found... A lot of problems in the past and present with apple power adapters. Give us something to be proud of would ya ?! I hope a 3rd party makes them shortly as I just got my first apple, a 2gig macbook, and the 60watt power adapter has already quit working after 1 month of in home use (no cats).This is not very confidence inspiring for someone who just got there first apple after years of IBM based nachines!
I also did some research and was sad at what I found… A lot of problems in the past and present with apple power adapters.
Give us something to be proud of would ya ?!

]]> By: Julia http://theappleblog.com/2006/08/10/apple-magsafe-patent-to-keep-out-3rd-parties/#comment-73712 Julia Sun, 05 Nov 2006 02:48:17 +0000 http://theappleblog.com/2006/08/10/apple-magsafe-patent-to-keep-out-3rd-parties/#comment-73712 Two topics I have issues with: cord chewing and the very dangerous iBook cord. My first cord has started sparking, and I just began researching this (on my last battery charge.) I am shocked, just shocked (pardon the pun) that Apple has such a shoddy and dangerous product on the market, and charges $80 and 4 weeks shipping to replace it. This is Apple, right? I'm researching 3rd party cords now, as I don't want my house to burn down again. (The first time was caused by dogs.) And yes, my puppy chews through cords! Bitter Apple works, but reapply every few days, and prepare to get it on your hands. I bought a "As Seen On TV" cord cover, a kind of plastic tube that is supposed to contain and conceal all those unsightly computer cables. My hope is that by the time she gets through the outer layer, I will find her and stop the damage. Two topics I have issues with: cord chewing and the very dangerous iBook cord. My first cord has started sparking, and I just began researching this (on my last battery charge.) I am shocked, just shocked (pardon the pun) that Apple has such a shoddy and dangerous product on the market, and charges $80 and 4 weeks shipping to replace it. This is Apple, right? I’m researching 3rd party cords now, as I don’t want my house to burn down again. (The first time was caused by dogs.)

And yes, my puppy chews through cords! Bitter Apple works, but reapply every few days, and prepare to get it on your hands. I bought a “As Seen On TV” cord cover, a kind of plastic tube that is supposed to contain and conceal all those unsightly computer cables. My hope is that by the time she gets through the outer layer, I will find her and stop the damage.

]]> By: David http://theappleblog.com/2006/08/10/apple-magsafe-patent-to-keep-out-3rd-parties/#comment-63805 David Mon, 18 Sep 2006 02:52:31 +0000 http://theappleblog.com/2006/08/10/apple-magsafe-patent-to-keep-out-3rd-parties/#comment-63805 For wire chewing cats (or any small pet for that matter), try using CritterCord. Check out www.crittercord.com. This product really works! For wire chewing cats (or any small pet for that matter), try using CritterCord. Check out http://www.crittercord.com. This product really works!

]]> By: jason http://theappleblog.com/2006/08/10/apple-magsafe-patent-to-keep-out-3rd-parties/#comment-61467 jason Sun, 27 Aug 2006 09:01:15 +0000 http://theappleblog.com/2006/08/10/apple-magsafe-patent-to-keep-out-3rd-parties/#comment-61467 i suggest pulling all the cats teeth out i suggest pulling all the cats teeth out

]]> By: Aaron http://theappleblog.com/2006/08/10/apple-magsafe-patent-to-keep-out-3rd-parties/#comment-60480 Aaron Mon, 14 Aug 2006 14:44:49 +0000 http://theappleblog.com/2006/08/10/apple-magsafe-patent-to-keep-out-3rd-parties/#comment-60480 I would highly recommend you NOT use any of the "bitter" sprays. I have a dog that was chewing on my blinds and purchased similar products. A year later I am still acidentally touching something I sprayed with it and somehow getting it in my mouth. Considering how often you will be handling your power cord it is just not worth it. It actually provides an excellent experiement in how easily germs can be spread but if you get a little in your mouth it is a unpleasant experience to say the least. The white vinigar idea sounds good (although I don't know about how effective it will be). I would highly recommend you NOT use any of the “bitter” sprays. I have a dog that was chewing on my blinds and purchased similar products. A year later I am still acidentally touching something I sprayed with it and somehow getting it in my mouth. Considering how often you will be handling your power cord it is just not worth it.

It actually provides an excellent experiement in how easily germs can be spread but if you get a little in your mouth it is a unpleasant experience to say the least. The white vinigar idea sounds good (although I don’t know about how effective it will be).

]]> By: Jason Terhorst http://theappleblog.com/2006/08/10/apple-magsafe-patent-to-keep-out-3rd-parties/#comment-60420 Jason Terhorst Sun, 13 Aug 2006 19:58:42 +0000 http://theappleblog.com/2006/08/10/apple-magsafe-patent-to-keep-out-3rd-parties/#comment-60420 There seem to be several issues with the old power adapters, similar to the problems I was having, and the story was even posted to digg: http://digg.com/apple/Apple_Notebook_Power_Adapters_Dangerous_By_Design The moral of this story: replace the Apple power adapter with a 3rd party one when possible (because they could catch fire and explode!), and keep dogs and cats away from them! There seem to be several issues with the old power adapters, similar to the problems I was having, and the story was even posted to digg: http://digg.com/apple/Apple_Notebook_Power_Adapters_Dangerous_By_Design

The moral of this story: replace the Apple power adapter with a 3rd party one when possible (because they could catch fire and explode!), and keep dogs and cats away from them!

]]> By: John http://theappleblog.com/2006/08/10/apple-magsafe-patent-to-keep-out-3rd-parties/#comment-60280 John Sat, 12 Aug 2006 04:06:59 +0000 http://theappleblog.com/2006/08/10/apple-magsafe-patent-to-keep-out-3rd-parties/#comment-60280 Try Granick's Bitter Apple. Try Granick’s Bitter Apple.

]]> By: Michael http://theappleblog.com/2006/08/10/apple-magsafe-patent-to-keep-out-3rd-parties/#comment-60187 Michael Fri, 11 Aug 2006 12:47:10 +0000 http://theappleblog.com/2006/08/10/apple-magsafe-patent-to-keep-out-3rd-parties/#comment-60187 My 9 cats (1 per 10 acres) are all outdoors so I don't have this issue, but I'm told that dish detergent wiped onto the cord works. I know it's non-toxic as I've had my mouth washed with it more than once as a child :-). -michael My 9 cats (1 per 10 acres) are all outdoors so I don’t have this issue, but I’m told that dish detergent wiped onto the cord works. I know it’s non-toxic as I’ve had my mouth washed with it more than once as a child :-).

-michael

]]> By: Melangell http://theappleblog.com/2006/08/10/apple-magsafe-patent-to-keep-out-3rd-parties/#comment-60085 Melangell Fri, 11 Aug 2006 00:21:14 +0000 http://theappleblog.com/2006/08/10/apple-magsafe-patent-to-keep-out-3rd-parties/#comment-60085 Hmmmm... cat... Would probably be good with some garlic and worcestershire sauce. Fatten him up first! Just a thought. Hmmmm… cat… Would probably be good with some garlic and worcestershire sauce. Fatten him up first!

Just a thought.

]]> By: Patrick http://theappleblog.com/2006/08/10/apple-magsafe-patent-to-keep-out-3rd-parties/#comment-60025 Patrick Thu, 10 Aug 2006 21:00:22 +0000 http://theappleblog.com/2006/08/10/apple-magsafe-patent-to-keep-out-3rd-parties/#comment-60025 A patent is just a patent. It is up to the company that holds it to determine the level of enforcement. Case and point: Merceded holds the patent of crumple zones - a feature most every modern car has, yet they don't enforce it. Having a patent is only the second part of a story that may not have a third. A patent is just a patent. It is up to the company that holds it to determine the level of enforcement.

Case and point: Merceded holds the patent of crumple zones - a feature most every modern car has, yet they don’t enforce it.

Having a patent is only the second part of a story that may not have a third.

]]> By: Rich Trouton http://theappleblog.com/2006/08/10/apple-magsafe-patent-to-keep-out-3rd-parties/#comment-60014 Rich Trouton Thu, 10 Aug 2006 20:24:12 +0000 http://theappleblog.com/2006/08/10/apple-magsafe-patent-to-keep-out-3rd-parties/#comment-60014 I talked to the MadsonOnline folks here at WWDC. They're planning on bringing out their own MacBook and MacBook Pro power adapters in a few months. They were also using prototype MacBook and MacBook Pro battery chargers at the battery recharge station this year. I talked to the MadsonOnline folks here at WWDC. They’re planning on bringing out their own MacBook and MacBook Pro power adapters in a few months. They were also using prototype MacBook and MacBook Pro battery chargers at the battery recharge station this year.

]]> By: Bichufo http://theappleblog.com/2006/08/10/apple-magsafe-patent-to-keep-out-3rd-parties/#comment-59998 Bichufo Thu, 10 Aug 2006 19:37:11 +0000 http://theappleblog.com/2006/08/10/apple-magsafe-patent-to-keep-out-3rd-parties/#comment-59998 The cayene solution might work but if it doesn't try this. Give it a good whipping with the chewed power cord. Bet that teaches the dumb cat a lesson. Remember you are dealing with an animal it doesn't understand when you talk to it (although lots of people make idiot sounds at them (pretty! pretty! kitty!, etc.) and think that they do). A good spanking, oh, that they understand. Will never again go near a power cord. Don't you wish they'd get fried on the first bite? The cayene solution might work but if it doesn’t try this. Give it a good whipping with the chewed power cord. Bet that teaches the dumb cat a lesson. Remember you are dealing with an animal it doesn’t understand when you talk to it (although lots of people make idiot sounds at them (pretty! pretty! kitty!, etc.) and think that they do). A good spanking, oh, that they understand. Will never again go near a power cord. Don’t you wish they’d get fried on the first bite?

]]> By: Joel http://theappleblog.com/2006/08/10/apple-magsafe-patent-to-keep-out-3rd-parties/#comment-59974 Joel Thu, 10 Aug 2006 18:03:42 +0000 http://theappleblog.com/2006/08/10/apple-magsafe-patent-to-keep-out-3rd-parties/#comment-59974 Jason: I've heard that cats like all rubber and plastic products because there's animal material (lard, I think?) involved in the manufacture. Our cats go after plastic bags all the time. Jason: I’ve heard that cats like all rubber and plastic products because there’s animal material (lard, I think?) involved in the manufacture. Our cats go after plastic bags all the time.

]]> By: Roland Dobbins http://theappleblog.com/2006/08/10/apple-magsafe-patent-to-keep-out-3rd-parties/#comment-59973 Roland Dobbins Thu, 10 Aug 2006 17:56:12 +0000 http://theappleblog.com/2006/08/10/apple-magsafe-patent-to-keep-out-3rd-parties/#comment-59973 Cats hate citrus - your local pet store should have some pet-safe citrus spray available for just this purpose. Cats hate citrus - your local pet store should have some pet-safe citrus spray available for just this purpose.

]]> By: Jason Terhorst http://theappleblog.com/2006/08/10/apple-magsafe-patent-to-keep-out-3rd-parties/#comment-59967 Jason Terhorst Thu, 10 Aug 2006 16:43:25 +0000 http://theappleblog.com/2006/08/10/apple-magsafe-patent-to-keep-out-3rd-parties/#comment-59967 Any idea why cats really like to chew on cords (I've heard that dogs like them, too)? I've googled the topic, but all of the answers I get are different, and many don't make sense. Any idea why cats really like to chew on cords (I’ve heard that dogs like them, too)? I’ve googled the topic, but all of the answers I get are different, and many don’t make sense.

]]> By: Josh Pigford http://theappleblog.com/2006/08/10/apple-magsafe-patent-to-keep-out-3rd-parties/#comment-59966 Josh Pigford Thu, 10 Aug 2006 16:41:33 +0000 http://theappleblog.com/2006/08/10/apple-magsafe-patent-to-keep-out-3rd-parties/#comment-59966 Haha, of these first 6 comments...only one acknowledges the topic of the article (Apple's Magsafe Patent). Interesting. Haha, of these first 6 comments…only one acknowledges the topic of the article (Apple’s Magsafe Patent). Interesting.

]]> By: Derek http://theappleblog.com/2006/08/10/apple-magsafe-patent-to-keep-out-3rd-parties/#comment-59965 Derek Thu, 10 Aug 2006 16:10:40 +0000 http://theappleblog.com/2006/08/10/apple-magsafe-patent-to-keep-out-3rd-parties/#comment-59965 I have to try out some of these suggestions. My cats love cords for some reason. They've gnawed their way through at least 3 cellphone chargers, a handful of telephone cords, a number of ethernet cables, and have certainly left toothmarks on a number of power cables... I have to try out some of these suggestions. My cats love cords for some reason. They’ve gnawed their way through at least 3 cellphone chargers, a handful of telephone cords, a number of ethernet cables, and have certainly left toothmarks on a number of power cables…

]]> By: Nick http://theappleblog.com/2006/08/10/apple-magsafe-patent-to-keep-out-3rd-parties/#comment-59963 Nick Thu, 10 Aug 2006 16:01:28 +0000 http://theappleblog.com/2006/08/10/apple-magsafe-patent-to-keep-out-3rd-parties/#comment-59963 ONe thing that works well, at least on rodents in NYC was cayene peppper on the cords. Plus they learn the lesson one and for all... ONe thing that works well, at least on rodents in NYC was cayene peppper on the cords. Plus they learn the lesson one and for all…

]]> By: Tom http://theappleblog.com/2006/08/10/apple-magsafe-patent-to-keep-out-3rd-parties/#comment-59962 Tom Thu, 10 Aug 2006 15:40:42 +0000 http://theappleblog.com/2006/08/10/apple-magsafe-patent-to-keep-out-3rd-parties/#comment-59962 I had a cat chew through the power cord to one of my AirPort Extreme base stations... cat must have used at least one life in that... there was a big pile of burned black plastic on the tiles when i found it.. lucky it didn't take the house down with it.. But to your question regarding stopping your cat from doing it, I coated the new cord on the base station with a liquid (Sorry, I can't remember what it was, maybe Google can help you?) that tastes and smells really bad to cats. They never tried it again. (Obvious I know, but...)Keep the cord coiled around the little tabs on the power brick, and keep the plastic cap on the plug (I don't have a MagSafe laptop so I dont know if the magsafe cables have that cap). That way the cat can't chew it while you aren't using it (while you are is a different story) I had a cat chew through the power cord to one of my AirPort Extreme base stations… cat must have used at least one life in that… there was a big pile of burned black plastic on the tiles when i found it.. lucky it didn’t take the house down with it..

But to your question regarding stopping your cat from doing it, I coated the new cord on the base station with a liquid (Sorry, I can’t remember what it was, maybe Google can help you?) that tastes and smells really bad to cats. They never tried it again.

(Obvious I know, but…)Keep the cord coiled around the little tabs on the power brick, and keep the plastic cap on the plug (I don’t have a MagSafe laptop so I dont know if the magsafe cables have that cap). That way the cat can’t chew it while you aren’t using it (while you are is a different story)

]]> By: Brian Warren http://theappleblog.com/2006/08/10/apple-magsafe-patent-to-keep-out-3rd-parties/#comment-59960 Brian Warren Thu, 10 Aug 2006 15:39:21 +0000 http://theappleblog.com/2006/08/10/apple-magsafe-patent-to-keep-out-3rd-parties/#comment-59960 I too hope that 3rd party manufacturers can make MagSafe adapters. However, I doubt Apple was aiming to keep them out of the game by patenting the design. I think it's more likely they were aiming to make sure only Apple laptops have the MagSafe feature. I too hope that 3rd party manufacturers can make MagSafe adapters. However, I doubt Apple was aiming to keep them out of the game by patenting the design. I think it’s more likely they were aiming to make sure only Apple laptops have the MagSafe feature.

]]> By: Joe http://theappleblog.com/2006/08/10/apple-magsafe-patent-to-keep-out-3rd-parties/#comment-59958 Joe Thu, 10 Aug 2006 15:36:55 +0000 http://theappleblog.com/2006/08/10/apple-magsafe-patent-to-keep-out-3rd-parties/#comment-59958 I've heard you can white the cord with white vinegar, the cat can smell it and you can't. You can also mix a little white vinegar with water in a spray bottle and squirt the pesky feline when you see it gnawing...great cat training tool. I’ve heard you can white the cord with white vinegar, the cat can smell it and you can’t. You can also mix a little white vinegar with water in a spray bottle and squirt the pesky feline when you see it gnawing…great cat training tool.

]]> By: Jacqui Cheng http://theappleblog.com/2006/08/10/apple-magsafe-patent-to-keep-out-3rd-parties/#comment-59957 Jacqui Cheng Thu, 10 Aug 2006 15:36:23 +0000 http://theappleblog.com/2006/08/10/apple-magsafe-patent-to-keep-out-3rd-parties/#comment-59957 Have you tried bitter sprays on your cords, such as Bitter Apple or Fooey? (I've used Fooey myself in the past, and it is, in fact, horrific-tasting.) The downside to doing this is that if you have to touch it all the time too (which you will), it'll get on your fingers and then possibly into your mouth. Have you tried bitter sprays on your cords, such as Bitter Apple or Fooey? (I’ve used Fooey myself in the past, and it is, in fact, horrific-tasting.)

The downside to doing this is that if you have to touch it all the time too (which you will), it’ll get on your fingers and then possibly into your mouth.

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