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Other World Computing: Go Longer Between Charges with a NewerTech NuPower Batteries! Not just another battery, NuPower available for PowerBook and iBook models, is built in the USA to offer the longest Run Time + the longest useful LifeTime too! In Stock at OWC from $99.95
MCE Combo Drive Upgrade for All PowerBook G4
Systems
The MCE PowerBook G4
Combo Drive upgrade for the 400,
500, 550, and 667 MHz PowerBook G4 is a slot-loading CD-RW/DVD drive designed
to replace your built-in DVD-ROM or CD-RW drive with a drive that
can do both - burn CDs and play DVDs - eliminating the need to drag
around extra hardware and cables.
The MCE PowerBook G4 CD-RW/DVD Combo Drive upgrade is compatible
with Mac OS X, Mac OS 9, iTunes, Disc Burner, and Apple
DVD Player. The drive is bootable and has been certified by Dantz
Development for use with Retrospect. The drive writes CD-R media at
8x speed, writes to CD-RW media at 8x, reads regular CD-ROM media
at 24x speed, and reads DVD media at 8x speed. The drive carries a
one year warranty.
In addition, now MCE is offering Combo Drive/Hard Drive Bundle
specials so that if your original hard drive has become too small
for your needs or too noisy you can have that replaced while we or
one of our Authorized Upgrade Centers has your machine open.
MCE is also planning to release a $449 SuperDrive Upgrade for
the TiBook around February 25th.
Macally USB 4-PortMiniHub
An ultra light weight, compact design USB 4-PortMiniHub.
Retractable cable, supports most devices without additional AC
adapter.
Recommended for PowerBook users, iBook users.
Features:
Ultra light weight, compact design for mobile users
Provides 4 additional USB ports to your computer
Convenient foldaway USB cable management system
Plug and play
Over current protection on each port preventing power shutdown
of the hub
Works on both Mac and PC
System Requirements:
Mac OS 9.2 or Mac OS X v10.1
Available powered USB port
Specifications:
Net Weight: 1.4 oz
Dimensions: (W) 5" x (L) 1.1" x (H) 0.4"
3 year warranty
MSRP: $19.99
Belkin Bluetooth USB Adapter
The
Bluetooth USB Adapter adds Bluetooth technology to your
existing USB Mac to let it work with all devices enabled with Bluetooth v1.1 technology.
Wirelessly print, synchronize your PDA information, and create
dial-up connections through a mobile phone. From up to 10 meters
away you can effortlessly transfer data to other Bluetooth devices
such as desktop or notebook computers, PDAs, scanners, printers,
and even mobile phones - wirelessly. Connect with up to seven other
Bluetooth devices at a time.
Advantages:
Offers built-in security using 128-bit encryption and
authentication, allowing you to securely access any Bluetooth
device without wires
Installs easily with Plug-and-Play convenience
Allows you to work at distances of up to 10 meters (10m range
is dependent upon environment, number of users, and other wireless
devices within immediate proximity)
Features:
Adds Bluetooth connection capability to your USB desktop
computer
Works with any device enabled with Bluetooth v1.1
technology
The Bluetooth PC Card (the PC Card) from Belkin creates
cable-free connections between your notebook PC and Bluetooth
devices. $89.90
Macally Retractable FireWireCable
The Macally Retractable
FireWireCable eliminates the need for you to carry a loose
FireWire cable while you are on the road. Compact size and
convenient to use.
Recommended for mobile users
Features
Tangle free high quality flat FireWire cable
Retracts conveniently with a touch of a button
Sleek and compact design in Ice white finish
Extra 6 pin to 4 pin adapter included for digital camcorder
connection.
Technical Specs:
Connector type: 6 pin to 6 pin (6 pin to 4 pin adapter
included)
Cable type: 5 feet FireWire(IEEE1394) cable
MSRP: $19.99
MacResQ PowerPad Protector for All PowerBook
G3 & G4 Systems
Soon after the first G3 Wallstreet PowerBooks were released in
1998, users noticed distracting marks on their LCD screens after a short period of use.
These marks result from the LCD screen coming into contact with the
PowerBook's keyboard when the lid is closed. Oil from your
fingertips transfers from the keyboard to the screen, leaving the
unsightly marks.
To avoid this problem - the PowerPad, a thin piece of leather
that slips between your keyboard and screen when your PowerBook is
closed. No more marks on the screen.
Carlos A. Pero says, "For your enjoyment, I've created a set of
six
icons of the 17" PowerBook."
Tom Bihn Smart Alec Daypack
The
Smart Alec is a daypack like you've never seen - clean
lines and stealth styling make this bag easy on the eyes. Two exterior pockets are "hidden" in the side
panels, and there's an organizer pocket on the inside of the flap
at the top of the pack for easy access.
Tired of backpacks with endless geegaws, bungee cords and
buckles? Consider the Smart Alec. Add either size Monolith computer
case and the Smart Alec becomes the perfect answer for those who
want a laptop backpack but find the Brain Bag to be too big -
perfect for people less than six feet tall.
Specs:
1000 denier Cordura and 1050 Ballistic
Dimensions: 18.5 x 11.75 x 7.75
#10 water-resistant zipper on main compartment and #9 YKK
zippers on pockets.
1/4" padded straps with removable sternum and waist
straps.
Made in Port Angeles, WA, USA
Colors
Solid Black
Black w/Crimson
Black w/Charcoal
Black w/Silver
Black w/Grape
Price: US$95, Canadian, app. $149.
Tom Bihn Says Bags Available Now for 12"
AlBook; Coming in 4-6 Weeks For 17" Unit
Tom Bihn bags for the 12" PowerBook
G4 include the Brain Cell, Monolith, Eclipse, ID, Brain Bag,
Empire Builder, Smart Alec, and Trager bags, such as the Hipster
and Courier Laptop.
The company says, "We are in the process of designing
and manufacturing two new cases for the 17" Apple PowerBook G4 - a Monolith type
case that will snap inside of our Brain Bag, and an Eclipse that
can be carried on its own as a micro-briefcase.
"Both of these bags will be the only bags you'll find that have
both hard-shell protection and a suspension system to cradle and
protect your new laptop.
"We expect to have the cases ready to ship in 4-6 weeks - you
may even receive the case before you receive the PowerBook! "
iPod Armor
Stylish, lightweight and rugged, iPod
Armor keeps your iPod looking as new as the day you bought
it.
Unique friction foam interior holds your iPod securely in place,
while giving you unobstructed access to the entire front face of
your iPod. Nothing stands between you and your scroll wheel.
iPod Armor completely encases your iPod, leaving only the ports
exposed, so you can plug in your headphones or sync to your
Mac/PC.
Rugged aluminum construction keeps your iPod safe from scratches
and other random daily hazards. Toss it in your bag. Throw it in
your purse. No need to worry anymore. Your iPod is safe in its
shell.
The open-cell EVA foam interior also acts as a cushion, offering
extra protection against the accidental (and highly discouraged!)
dropping of your iPod.
Fits all current iPod models.
Bargain 'Books
There are two different versions of WallStreet running at 233
MHz, the cacheless MainStreet
version and the later Series II
with a level 2 cache. It's not always possible to determine from
the vendor's listing which is being offered, so we've included
links within this paragraph to the two models. The same goes for
the PowerBook G4/667 (Gigabit
Ethernet/2001) and G4/667
(DVI).
Want to own the most expensive PowerBook model ever made for
under $100? These PowerBook 5300s were hot stuff back in 1995 and
still have plenty of power for word processing, email, casual
surfing, etc. Get one with built-in ethernet, and you've got a
broadband-ready unit.
Refurbished with a 30 day guarantee. You can add Wegener's
extended 1yr warranty for $45.
Apple's eMate still a great tool in the classroom, Tommy Thomas, Welcome to Macintosh, 05.09.
How one teacher equipped his classroom with eMates with his own money - and plans to keep using them as long as possible.
Best Power Mac G4 deals, Low End Mac Deals, 05.09.
Used Cube, $479; 400 MHz PCI, $70; 450 AGP, $105; 733 DA, $150; 867 QS, $200; 1 GHz, $250; 450 dual, $295; 1 GHz dual, $400; 1.42, $600; more.
Best 15" MacBook Pro deals, Low End Mac Deals, 05.09.
Used 1.83 GHz Core Duo, $1,100; 2.16, $1,295; refurb, 2.2 Core2, $1,449; 2.4 Penryn, $1,699; 2.5, $2,149; new 2.2, $1,525 after rebate; 2.4, $1,685 a/r; more.
Best iPod touch deals, Low End Mac Deals, 05.09.
Refurb 8 GB '08, $249; 16 GB '07, $329; '08, $349; new 8 GB '07. $269; '08, $280; 16 GB '07, $330; '08, $369; 32 GB, $475.
140 million copies of Vista sold (yawn), Frank Fox, Stop the Noiz, 05.09.
It sounds like a lot, but over 85% of Windows users are staying away from Vista. 20% of Mac users have embraced Leopard in one-third the time.
Mac of the Day: Macintosh LC, Oct. 1990 - only 3" tall, the LC was the least expensive color Mac in 1990.
List of the Day: Jaguar List is for anyone using Mac OS X 10.2.x.
May 12 in LEM history: 99: Is Apple missing the boat? - 00: PowerBook history - Frankenstein Power Mac - 03: Beige Power Mac G3 - Is a 5400 worth buying? - Upgrades for the tray-loading iMac - Quiet computing - 04: Windows stability: Nothing changes - Broadband Internet access: Picking the right speed - 06: The future of PowerPC Macs in the Intel era - Setting up a 68040-based Mac media center - Mac mini Core Duo upgrades
Why one Mac user chose BlackBerry over iPhone, Andrew J Fishkin, Best Tools for the Job, 05.08.
The advantages of OS X, Safari, Mail, and iSync don't outweigh the familiarity of BlackBerry, its excellent software, easily replaceable batteries, and a camera-free option.
Best Intel iMac deals, Low End Mac Deals, 05.08.
Used 17" 1.83 GHz, $699; 20" 2.16 Core2, $885; refurb 20" 2.16, $949; 2.4, $1,099; 24" 2.16, $1,199; 2.4, $1,399; 2.8, $1,599; Penryn from $1,049 after rebate.
Best 17" PowerBook G4 deals, Low End Mac Deals, 05.08.
Used 17" 1 GHz, $790; 1.33 GHz, $850; 1.5 GHz, $859; 1.67 GHz, $889.
Best Mac OS X 10.5 'Leopard' deals, Low End Mac Deals, 05.08.
Mac OS X 10.5.1 single user, $99; 5 users, $139; 10.5 Server, 10 users, $450; unlimited, $899.
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slot-loading CD-RW/DVD drive designed
to replace your built-in DVD-ROM or CD-RW drive with a drive that
can do both - burn CDs and play DVDs - eliminating the need to drag
around extra hardware and cables.
with Bluetooth v1.1 technology.
Wirelessly print, synchronize your PDA information, and create
dial-up connections through a mobile phone. From up to 10 meters
away you can effortlessly transfer data to other Bluetooth devices
such as desktop or notebook computers, PDAs, scanners, printers,
and even mobile phones - wirelessly. Connect with up to seven other
Bluetooth devices at a time.
screens after a short period of use.
These marks result from the LCD screen coming into contact with the
PowerBook's keyboard when the lid is closed. Oil from your
fingertips transfers from the keyboard to the screen, leaving the
unsightly marks.
Two exterior pockets are "hidden" in the side
panels, and there's an organizer pocket on the inside of the flap
at the top of the pack for easy access.
