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Save Time With the iMac Apple Shortcuts Sticker

GeekSugar — Sun, 01 Aug 2010 09:00:03 PDT

I've waxed poetic about keyboard shortcuts (for both my computer and for Gmail) but I know some of you may have a hard time remembering the commands. If you were born with a bad memory, or just get the commands you do remember mixed up with others, there is help. Help in the form of this iMac Apple Shortcuts Sticker ($24), which lives right on your iMac's (or Cinema Display's) stand.

All the basic Mac commands are at your fingertips, so you can open Apple this, and open Apple that till your project is done. Kinda makes you want to DIY one of your own, doesn't it? You can buy printable sticker paper at your local office supply store or online, but if you're crafty, you can attempt the homemade kind.

Apple Updates Mac Pro, iMac, Displays; Introduces Trackpad

GeekSugar — Tue, 27 Jul 2010 08:30:59 PDT

Most of yesterday's speculations came true this morning: Apple unveiled updates to not only its line of Mac Pros, but also its iMacs and Cinema Displays, while introducing the new Trackpad. Although the iLife and Apple TV rumors are still just that, we can get down to the details on the new refreshes. Take a look below for a full rundown.

27-inch LED Cinema Display ($999)

Built-in iSight camera, microphone, and speakers
16:9 aspect ratio, 2560 x 1440 resolution
Glass and aluminum, 178 degree viewing angle
Three USB 2.0 ports, Mini DisplayPort, and Magsafe charger
Ambient light sensor
Available in September

Mac Pro ($2,499 and up)

Now with up to 12 processing cores and 50 percent greater power
Expandable up to 32GB of RAM, up to 2TB hard drives
Five USB ports and Four FireWire
Available in August

To learn more about the iMac refresh and the new Apple Trackpad, just keep reading.

Apple Rumors Ignite: iMac, Display, iLife, and Apple TV Edition

GeekSugar — Mon, 26 Jul 2010 12:15:13 PDT

Apple's line of Mac Pros seems to be in short supply, which leaves industry analysts to believe that a refresh is coming up soon. But now the signature iMac, 27-inch LED cinema display, and even the Apple TV are joining the ranks in the rumor mill.

According to one plugged-in insider, Apple may be introducing a newly upgraded Mac Pro, a speedier iMac, and a new 16:9 27-inch cinema display tomorrow. Not only that, but there's also some new insights on the next Apple TV and the upcoming version of iLife. Find out these details when you read more.

French Barbie Hotel Suites Are Stocked With (Plastic?) iMacs

GeekSugar — Wed, 02 Jun 2010 09:30:02 PDT

Barbie is making her mark on the tech world! Not only does she come with a built-in camera and LCD screen, but she's bringing home the bacon with her new career as a computer engineer. And since she's a working gal, she should start planning her first vacay at one of these French Barbie-inspired hotel suites that are fully wired for her computing pleasure . . . or are they?

I can't tell whether this iMac on the desk is real, or made from plastic like our friend Barbie. The model itself would be a few years old (since iMacs now come with a recycled aluminum body), but it's the large Apple logo and chunky keyboard that really throws me off. Maybe you're only supposed to pretend to be working online. The rooms are designed for princesses aged three and over, after all. Tell me if you think this iMac is real or fake from the close-up image, along with details on how you can stay in one of these brightly colored suites after the jump.

Daily Tech: Google Calendar Gets Hiding and Snooze Features

GeekSugar — Fri, 23 Oct 2009 12:15:52 PDT

Google Calendar has just implemented a handy snooze button for notifications you want to disappear momentarily - Lifehacker
Check out an in-depth review of the Apple iMac - Gizmodo
Carve your very own 3D pumpkin using a game called Pumpkin Chop on Xbox Live Indie Games - Kotaku
A database marketing firm says that Facebook accounts for 25 percent of US online pageviews - The Silicon Alley Insider
A university in Australia has introduced a mandatory Twitter course for its journalism students - Switched
Wal-Mart is expected to roll out tech-support services by the beginning of the holidays - CrunchGear

A Place For Everything and Everything in Its Place: BackPack

GeekSugar — Thu, 13 Aug 2009 13:25:49 PDT

OK, so I know aesthetics aren't everything, but even though I bought myself a nice-looking external hard drive to back up all my data, sometimes I just want to find a safe place to keep it out of the way and off my clean desk. If this sounds familiar to you, and you have an iMac or a cinema display, listen up: the BackPack is here to save you.

The BackPack attaches to the backside of your iMac's stand, and is height adjustable, so you can secure two or maybe even three shelves on the back of your machine. Store your external, your phone or iPod while they charge, or even a USB hub for more plug-in ports. And don't worry about scratches - there's no drilling or screws involved. I'm all about saving and utilizing space to the max, and for $30 bucks, you know I've got this on this year's back-to-school list.

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Daily Tech: Amazon Announces Kindle App For the iPhone

GeekSugar — Wed, 04 Mar 2009 12:03:41 PST

I'm loving the fact that Amazon has just launched a free Kindle application for the iPhone or iPod Touch. - MobileCrunch
Eric Schmidt, Google's CEO, recently bashed Twitter at a Morgan Stanley technology conference, saying it was a "poor man's email system." - Valleywag
Check out an unboxing of a brand new iMac. - Engadget
A recent survey showed that 97 percent of Germans aged 19 to 20 would rather keep their cell phones over their partners. - Switched
Comcast is currently testing out a WiFi service at about 120 New Jersey Transit rail stations. - CNET

Daily Tech: Apple's 24-Inch iMac Is Now on Sale For $1,499

GeekSugar — Tue, 03 Mar 2009 12:01:42 PST

Apple's website was down for a few hours this morning and when back up, showed off some great deals. The 24-inch iMac is now only $1,499 and comes with double the RAM and hard drive. - Gizmodo
PadMapper is a cool new site that uses maps to show off Craigslist rental properties. - MakeUseOf
The 65,000-square-foot roof of Meadowlands Exposition Center in Secaucus, NJ, has been covered in solar panels and is now capable of producing 412 kilowatts of electricity. - Forecast Earth
Eye-Fi's new Explore Video ($99) and Share Video ($79) cards make it easy to upload video content wirelessly. They will start shipping by the end of the month. - Engadget
Check out a video demo of Amazon Video On Demand on the Roku box. - CrunchGear

iMac Supply Diminishes, New Models on the Way?

GeekSugar — Mon, 02 Feb 2009 02:00:28 PST

Here's an interesting rumor that I hope comes true. Apple stores across the country are expecting limited quantities of 24-inch iMacs, which means that a new model could be debuting soon. The upgrade will most likely include new dual-core or quad-pro processors. Stay tuned for more updates.

Oh and if you're wondering about the status of those beautiful 17-inch MacBook Pros, they are now being shipped out to customers.

Inside Scoop: Apple to Unveil New iMacs Next Week!

GeekSugar — Thu, 24 Apr 2008 10:15:04 PDT

Our Apple tipsters haven't let us down before, so we know that this hot-off-the press news is likely fact and not fiction. Stay tuned, because next week (most likely Tuesday) Apple will be introducing new iMacs to their product line-up! The new and improved iMacs are said to be at the same price point as the current models and will probably receive a speed bump as well as a hard-drive increase. Yay! It's about time!