Applelinks Tech Web Reader MacBook Air Edition 7
Clearing the Air Over Apple's MacBook Err
Apple readies MacBook Air add-ons
What Criticism of the Macbook Air proves?
MacBook Air: External ports
MacBook Air: USB optical drive required for installing Boot Camp
MacBook Air: Headphone Jack And Third-party Audio Product Compatibility
MacBook Air: DVD or CD Sharing "Ask me before allowing others to use my DVD Drive" feature
MacBook Air: Cannot play DVD movies or ripped CD media using DVD or CD Sharing
MacBook Air: 3D graphics applications less responsive when CPU has been in heavy use for prolonged period
Use and cleaning of power adapter with MagSafe connector
Clearing the Air Over Apple's MacBook Err
PBCentral's Joe Leo says:
Today, the new MacBook Air is reported to be debuting at retail and consumers will be finally able to get their hands on Apple's newest ultra-portable notebook, showcased at this year's Macworld in San Francisco, just two weeks prior. Reaction was mixed on all fronts, but the immediate comparison (for most) came down to just one thing.
Is this MacBook Air, "The world's thinnest notebook" a suitable successor to "Apple's smallest, lightest powerhouse" the 12-inch PowerBook G4?.
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Apple readies MacBook Air add-ons
IDG News Service's Agam Shah reports:
With the ultra-thin MacBook Air reaching stores soon, Apple is selling accessories that make up for the laptop's skimpy features. Apple is already taking orders for a slim external optical drive and an Ethernet adapter, both designed for the MacBook Air, that plug into the laptop's only USB port. The accessories are designed to match the Air's slim footprint, Apple said. Belkin and WaterField Designs are also cashing in, announcing notebook bags designed for the unconventional MacBook Air.
For the full report, visit:
http://www.infoworld.com/article/08/01/29/Apple-readies-MacBook-Air-add-ons_1.html
What Criticism of the Macbook Air proves?
David Galbraith says:
The initial reception of the Macbook Air proves that the current process of designing, marketing and selling computers has nothing to do with 'specification' requirements, but everything to do with specification lust.
If the critics are right, they show that above all that despite Apple's great designs, people don't really care about design, unless its lathered on top of tech prowess.
But what if the problem was with the critics themselves. Perhaps they are out of touch and way too geeky for a world where computers are not sold like self assembly amateur electronics projects.
For the full commentary, click here.
http://www.davidgalbraith.org/archives/001309.html
MacBook Air: External ports
A new Apple Knowledge Base article says:
The MacBook Air headphone jack, USB 2.0, and Micro-DVI ports are located on the right side of the computer, inside the port hatch.
Note: You may find that when inserting some peripherals, especially for USB 2.0, that it may be convenient to lift the right side of the MacBook Air and support it with one hand while gently inserting the cable with the other.
For more information, visit:
http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=307315
MacBook Air: Troubleshooting DVD or CD Sharing
A new Apple Knowledge Base article says:
If you are having trouble using DVD or CD Sharing, please check the following:
Make sure the computer or network you are trying to connect to is running and has a wireless access point. Both computers must be connected to the same wireless network. If you are using an Ethernet adapter on your MacBook Air, make sure both computers are connected to the same Local Area Network.
Make sure you have properly configured the software according to the instructions that came with your base station or access point.
Make sure you are within range of the other computer or the network. Nearby electronic devices or metal structures can interfere with wireless communication and reduce the range. Check the AirPort status icon in the menu bar. If signal strengh is low, try changing your location.
On your other computer, make sure that you have DVD or CD Sharing enabled.
You can check it out at:
http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=307320
MacBook Air: USB optical drive required for installing Boot Camp
A new Apple Knowledge Base article says:
MacBook Air requires a USB optical drive for the installation of Microsoft Windows XP SP2 (Service Pack 2) or Microsoft Windows Vista (32-bit versions only). The Remote Disc sharing software included with the MacBook Air cannot be used to install Microsoft Windows....
For more information, visit:
http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=307310
MacBook Air: Headphone Jack And Third-party Audio Product Compatibility
A new Apple Knowledge Base article says:
Some third-party audio products, such as headphones, may not plug into the MacBook Air headphone jack because part of the connector does not fit within the port hatch. In some instances, it may appear to fit, but the audio quality is intermittent or poor when used with MacBook Air.
Products affected
MacBook Air
Third-party audio products with 3.5mm plugs
For the solution, visit:
http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=307322
MacBook Air: DVD or CD Sharing "Ask me before allowing others to use my DVD Drive" feature
A new Apple Knowledge Base article says:
The "Ask me before allowing others to use my DVD drive" is a feature of DVD or CD Sharing that requires other MacBook Air users to request permission before they can access a DVD or CD in your Mac or Windows-based optical disc drive.
For more information, visit:
http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=307319
MacBook Air: Cannot play DVD movies or ripped CD media using DVD or CD Sharing
A new Apple Knowledge Base article says:
MacBook Air does not support playing DVD movies or burned or ripped CD media through via DVD or CD Sharing or Remote Disc. Some discs, such as DVD movies and game discs, may be copy-protected and therefore unusable.
You can check it out at:
http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=307316
MacBook Air: 3D graphics applications less responsive when CPU has been in heavy use for prolonged period
A new Apple Knowledge Base article says:
3D graphics applications may be less responsive, or exhibit slow or 'sluggish' performance, when the CPU has been in heavy use for prolonged periods of time or in an extremely hot environment for a period of time.
This may happen if your MacBook Air is attempting to protect itself from overheating by shutting down one core of your CPU.
For more information, visit:
http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=307297
Use and cleaning of power adapter with MagSafe connector
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A new Apple Knowledge Base article says:
The power adapter with MagSafe connector that comes with your Apple portable uses a magnetic connection instead of a physical plug. This means that tripping over a power cord won't send your computer flying off the table or desk; the cord simply breaks cleanly away, without damage to either the cord or the computer.
For more information, visit:
http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=303240
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