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MacNotables #940: Jim Dalrymple on Microsoft’s Poaching, Apple TV, iPod nano Video and the Best Audio Plug-Ins
In a far-reaching discussion, Jim Dalrymple of The Loop talks about Microsoft’s poaching of Apple Store employees, the status of the Apple TV and why it can be frustrating and the surprising video and audio quality of the iPod nano camera. Jim also comments on the ease of the transition to Snow Leopard for most, and dives deep into what he feels are the best audio plug-ins for the Mac.
MacVoices #9100: Joe Kissell Discusses the Changes in Taking Control of Backups
You would think that information about backups seldom changes, right? Wrong. Take Control Books has just released the fourth edition of Take Control of Mac OS X Backups, and author Joe Kissell explains why even he is surprised at how much changes in the backup world. Joe reviews some of those changes, including what you need to know about Snow Leopard, Time Machine and Time Capsule; and which option he trusts for performing encrypted backups. Joe also helps you understand why deduplicating has become a new selling point for backup programs and services, the status of the newly updated Retrospect 8 in relation to the competition, and why not every backup methodology is appropriate for every situation.
MacNotables #939: Tonya Engst Takes on Snow Leopard News Coverage…and Finds It Wanting
Like every Mac user and journalist, Tonya Engst of TidBITS and Take Control Books paid special attention to the release of Mac OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard, and the coverage it received…and didn’t always like what she saw. Tonya reviews the kind of reporting that Snow Leopard generated and reveals why it made her grumpy. Was the advice Mac users were given about upgrading realistic? Were the reports of compatibility and stability accurate and adequate? Tonya provides her thoughts on these questions and offers up a proposal for future OS releases to help cut down on user pain.
MacJury #916: Debating the Microsoft ZuneHD vs. the iPod, Subscription Music and More
Is the ZuneHD a serious competitor to the iPod? Does it even represent a decent alternative? The MacJury reviews evidence such as the usefulness of wireless syncing, HD radio and why it does or doesn’t matter, and the lack of a Mac client for MIcrosoft’s MP3 player. The panel debate subscription music in general and Rhapsody in particular, argue over the tagging features for songs on the radio, and determine exactly which iPod the ZuneHD is targeting. The panelists for this edition include:
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| Peter Cohen |
Jonathan Cost |
Chris Foresman |
Jeff Gamet |
Chuck Joiner |