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Boot Camp update for 2010 13-inch MacBook Pros (now) available
UPDATE: Apple has finally released the boot camp updates initially discussed in this article. This article has been revised to reflect this development.
Apple has released a knowledgbase article outlining a Boot Camp update for the 2010 13-inch MacBook Pro. The update is for both 32-bit and 64-bit versions of windows, and addresses a problem where the Boot Camp Control Panel would display warnings when changing the display brightness, as well as problems with no audio for headphones.… Read more
Four free apps to give your new Mac a little boost
Apple has announced its annual Back to School promotion, which includes an online rebate for $199 toward the purchase of an iPod Touch. But, though your new Mac is great out of the box, here are a few free applications you might want to add right away.
Apple plugs Java security holes with updates for OS X 10.5 and 10.6
Check Software Update! Apple has released a couple of Java updates for OS X 10.5 and OS X 10.6. These updates will install Java version 1.6.0_20 on Mac OS X Leopard and Snow Leopard, and will install Java version 1.5.0_24 on OS X 10.5. The updates will also fix a couple of security holes that allow arbitrary code to be executed by Java applets.… Read more
Steam gaming client for Mac now available
For the gamers out there, Valve software's "Steam" gaming client package is available. Similar to the iTunes store, Steam is a single program through which you can purchase, download, and manage games for your computer. In addition, the program offers networking options for locating and joining online game servers, chatting, and providing in-game communication enhancements.… Read more
US-CERT uncovers JavaScript security vulnerability in Safari
The United States Computer Emergency Readiness Team (US-CERT) has found a security hole in Safari, with which a hacker could run arbitrary code at the privilege level of the current user account if the victim visits a malicious Web page.… Read more
Apple releases QuickTime 7.6.6 update for Snow Leopard
While Apple's QuickTime focus has shifted to the new QuickTime X technologies, Apple still provides QuickTime 7 as an optional install so people can use features such as authenticated streaming video, QTVR and other interactive QuickTime content in Snow Leopard. Apple today has released a small update for the older QuickTime player.… Read more
Apple releases Mac Pro Audio and Epson Printer updates
Apple has released a couple of updates for OS X systems. The first is an audio update for Early 2009 Mac Pro systems that are running OS X 10.6.3, and the second is an updated set of Epson printer drivers. The updates should be available via Software Update for relevant systems, but also can be downloaded at the following web pages.… Read more
Apple releases Aperture 3.0.3
Apple has released an update to Aperture, bringing the program to version 3.0.3. The 69.4MB update should be available through Software Update for those who have Aperture installed, but also can be downloaded at the update's webpage. The update addresses issues with repairing and rebuilding libraries, working with GPS track files, managing referenced files, Apple's face detection, managing adjustments and RAW fine tuning presets, and duplicating smart albums.
You can read more about this update in a recent in-depth article by CNET's Stephen Shankland. The update requires OS X 10.5.8, or OS … Read more
