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Apple’s Black Friday Sales Leaked Early

Written on November 17, 2009 by Darrell Etherington and 21 people have commented

If you’re planning your holiday shopping but want to get a good grasp of the budget available to you in advance, it helps to know what kind of deals you’re going to get. Luckily, Apple’s Black Friday discounts have been leaked early, so you can factor in those price reductions while you’re figuring out how [...]

Rumor Has It: 8GB 3GS, RFID-Capable iPhones on the Way?

Written on November 06, 2009 by Darrell Etherington and 2 people have commented

What better way to end the week than with two fresh, shiny new iPhone rumors to chew on? According to various reports, the iPhone 3GS could get an 8GB model just in time for the holidays, and Apple is said to be testing iPhones that support radio-frequency identification (RFID), a tech that allows devices to [...]

DIY Magi: Great (and Free!) Gift Pack for New Mac Owners

Written on December 22, 2008 by Bob Rudis and 2 people have commented

With both shopping days and budgets running short, you may be wondering what to get your friends and family members who have either just purchased or will be receiving a new Mac.
With 1-8GB USB flash drives having a street price of ~$6-$15.00 and a plethora of highly useful free software for the Mac ripe for [...]

6 Ways to Trick Out Your Mac This Holiday Season

Written on December 10, 2008 by Lisa Hoover and 2 people have commented

As you do your holiday decorating this year, don’t forget to trick out your Mac, too. Fortunately, it’s a lot easier than hauling out heavy decorations or hanging 40 miles of outdoor lights in sub-zero temperatures.
I am always amazed at the creative widgets people devise and create for the holidays, and this year is no [...]

iGifting 101: 10 Great Gifts for Mac Addicts

Written on December 04, 2008 by Tanner Morrison and 5 people have commented

Whether you celebrate Hanukkah, Christmas, or Kwanza, there is one undeniable fact. The holiday season is around the corner, and it is time to find the perfect gift for the Mac Addict in your family.
As good as an iTunes gift card or iPod case may be this season, “Think Different” and get that special Mac [...]

Apple Premium In-Ear Headphones Soon to Be in Your Ears

Written on December 02, 2008 by Darrell Etherington and 7 people have commented

It seems like only yesterday that articles were popping up around the web talking about the unavailability of Apple’s new Premium In-Ear Headphones with Mic and Remote due to the product being redesigned. Wait, it was only yesterday. Well, that was then, and this is now, and the headphones are now available at the Apple [...]