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Today Apple updated and added several new things to it's online store. One of the new items was the previously mysterious Magic Trackpad ($69) which allows, well you've guessed it, your desktop Mac to have a multitouch trackpad that is similar to the MacBook Pro. Apple also introduced it's highly rechargeable, reusable, and environmentally friendly AA batteries and charging kit. Apple has retuned the iMac and it's overdue Mac Pro. They both get a processor speed bump, but no new aesthetics. The Mac Pro now offers a 12 Core Processor and new graphics card for the hefty price of $4999 (although if you're a avid designer, developer, movie maker, or pro user it's probably worth it.) The low-end iMac now sports an Intel Core i3 processor and higher end graphics card. Apple also introduced a new Cinema Display like it's 24" LED brother; the new display is now 27" for $999. Overall Apple added several needed improvements to it's already amazing products and added some great new products. I see the Magic Trackpad being used by many people with the Mac mini. The Mac mini is a great home theater hub and now people can get rid of a mouse and keep the Magic Trackpad on the coffe table for use. 

I can't wait to head over to the Apple store to check out (and maybe pick up) the Magic Trackpad, 

-CJ

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So I just created a Google Search Story for Apple. Check it out!

-CJ

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Today, Apples slyly introduced a new Mac mini. It sports a unibody design, HDMI out, SD card slot, removable bottom, improved graphics card, energy efficient and the power brick is gone. Overall it seems like an awesome upgrade, although the price was bumped an extra $100 (which is actually not that bad).

So now that the Mac mini supports HDMI out, what's the point of Apple TV? I mean, even Apple promotes a picture of the Mac mini connecting to your TV. You can download movies and music from iTunes and play them on FronRow, which is a similar application to AppleTV. Sure, Apple TV is a lot cheaper, but why not throw in the extra money and get a full functioning computer for your HD TV?

-CJ

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So many of you have probably wondered why Apple changes the Calculator icon in every major iPhone OS (iOS) release. Well, only Apple truly knows, but here is a good reason why the iOS 3 Calc icon changed in iOS 4. You know that neat new feature called Folders? Well if you notice the Calculators icon in iOS 3 you see that is closely, if not exactly, resembles a Folder on iOS 4. With the white border and textured background it might be hard for SOME PEOPLE (definitely not everyone) to distinguish. As for the original iOS to iOS 2, you've got me clueless as to why they would change the design of the icon. Maybe it was because they used the calculator icon as a representation of what a Folder icon would look like in the future; and the future is now, with iOS 4 and Folders.

-CJ
Post your questions and comments below! I'd like to hear your theories.

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Wow. That's all i have to say. Check out apple.com

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Here is the new iPad commercial that aired tonight (May 12, 2010)

This form of commercial from Apple is quite different from the Get a Mac commercials, the iPod commercials, and the iPhone commercials. It's much more personal and colorful.

It's way better than the first iPad commercial that aired during the Oscars. http://techgulp.posterous.com/apple-ipad-commercial-released-during-oscars

-CJ

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Today, Google released a new layout and logo. It was previously in beta and could only be accessed by putting a javascript code into the URL bar. 

Overall, it has a much cleaner and refined look. 

Post your thoughts about it. 

-CJ 

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So I recently downloaded AirVideo for the iPad and I was thinking what it would be like if the server software was on my HP Media Smart Server. 

Here is a tutorial on how to install it in under 10 steps:

1. Log on to your Windows Home Server using Remote Desktop Connections located in the Accessories folder of your Start menu. 
2. After logging in, launch an internet browser, go to http://www.inmethod.com/air-video/download.html
3. Download Air Video Server for Windows. 
4. After downloaded Air Video, install the program.  
5. Once Air Video is done installing it will launch for the first time; select the folders in which you would like to stream video to your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch. (When choosing a folder, go to My Computer, select the "D" drive, then select shares, then finally, add the folder of your choice.)
   
6. Next, select the Settings tab. 
7. Change the properties to your needs, the only setting I have selected is Start at Login
   
8. If you wish to remotely connect to the Air Video Server, say you are out of your home network, select the Remote tab. 
   
9. Once you are in the Remote tab, check "Enable Access from Internet (Experimental)"
10. Log out and enjoy Air Video server on your iPad, iPhone, or iPod touch. 
    

If you have any questions or comments feel free to leave a comment below or email me. (Email is in the sidebar)

-CJ

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After receiving their iPad 3G on Friday, ifixit tears it apart.

To see the iPad 3G in all of its inside glory head on over to ifixit.com

-CJ

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