Maintain has launched a new update to its maintenance utility, releasing Cocktail 4.6. The software runs maintenance scripts, such as Unix, with a user-friendly interface. It can run daily, weekly and monthly scripts, repair permissions, set journaling for disks and force empty the trash, among other features. Users can also clean cache files and clear Trojan horses….

Filed under: OS, Software Update, Snow Leopard

A report by “stellarola” quoted in OSNews confirms what comments on our 10.6.2 post suggested: 10.6.2 removes support for Atom processors, most frequently found in “netbook” computers. This loss of Atom support was spotted in earlier builds, but nobody knew until now whether it’d be in or out in the final configuration.

Is this Apple clamping down on “hackintosh” computers, or just continuing to prune code that it doesn’t need? The answer you prefer likely depends on your previous view of Apple.

If you think Apple is a company desperate to keep control over its operating system, you point to Psystar and the ongoing iTunes/Palm Pre compatibility battle, and this is just more wood for the fire. If you think that Psystar is nuts for thinking it has a case against Apple and think that Palm should hire its own programmers to sync its devices, then you’re likely to say that Atom processors were never really supported in the first place, so it’s all much ado about nothing.

Either way, I wouldn’t expect the OSx86 community to pack up its bags and go home. I am sure that there are several folks already at work to find a workaround for this latest hurdle, and I won’t be surprised when the announcement comes that they have a solution. The only real “blow” is to those folks who were previously able to install an unmodified version of OS X onto their netbooks. I was able to get 10.5.6 running on my Asus EEE 1000ha using my regular Leopard DVD and some additional drivers/kext files, but it broke again with 10.5.7 and I was never able to get it or 10.6 to work. I gave up and installed Windows 7 on it instead — put down those pitchforks!

The removal of Atom support does not necessarily indicate anything about the fabled Mac “Tablet” since Apple could use the ARM processor instead. Or Apple could continue to say what they’ve said, which is (roughly speaking) that the iPhone/iPod touch is their netbook.

One thing is for sure; this move will do nothing to end any of these debates, but if you are using a netbook or other hackintosh, let me tell you what you’ve probably already learned: don’t be too quick to install the latest operating system updates from Apple.

TUAWConfirmed: 10.6.2 removes Atom CPU support from Snow Leopard originally appeared on The Unofficial Apple Weblog (TUAW) on Mon, 09 Nov 2009 23:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Servoy has launched an update to its hybrid SaaS software, Servoy. Version 5.0 can run on dedicated servers or in a cloud-based operation, with the ability to handle both SaaS and Back hybrid applications from a single codebase. It offers real-time clustering and support for load balancing, including geographic load balancing and fail over….

Apple’s final Mac OS X 10.6.2 update breaks support for Intel’s Atom CPUs, according to an OSNews report. The company’s intent was unclear as the software was under development. Early builds dropped compatibility for the components, although subsequent versions seemingly returned the support….

Filed under: Hardware, Software, Software Update

Earlier today, Apple released Wireless Keyboard Update 2.0, which adds support for some nice features like using the function keys for display brightness, Dashboard, Spaces, iTunes playback control and speaker volume. To install the update, first turn on and pair your keyboard and then run Software Update. It’s just under 11MB.

Note that Mac OS X 10.5.8 is required before installing this update; for Mac OS X 10.6 users, this support is included in the Mac OS X 10.6.2 update.

Let us know how the update goes for you!

TUAWWireless Keyboard Update 2.0 now available originally appeared on The Unofficial Apple Weblog (TUAW) on Mon, 09 Nov 2009 22:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Geeksuit has launched a major update to its folder creation and management software, releasing Client Folder Maker 3.5. CFM v3.5, which operates as a preference pane via menu items, keyboard shortcuts or contextual menus, creates folder hierarchies based on client names, replicating all the support folders. It supports adding, renaming or deleting individual folders in the hierarchies, with tag variables for customization….

Filed under: Retail, iPhone

It’s been in the rumor mix for well over a year now, first popping up in connection with the iPhones-at-Walmart & Best Buy deal, but now the cat is out of the bag and rummaging around in the shelves full of diodes, UHF antennas and talking robots: late last Friday, RadioShack announced that it would begin selling the iPhone in a few NYC and Dallas stores in time for the holiday shopping rush, with wider availability to begin in 2010.

While the addition of another retail outlet to the mix of stores (including AT&T and Apple’s own operations) that carry the iPhone may not do a whole lot for general availability of the device — frankly, if you can’t find an iPhone 3GS near where you are, you can get one online in a jiffy — it certainly did a lot for RadioShack’s investors. The stock was up over 14% on the first trading day since the announcement, with analysts suggesting that the presence of the iPhone may help to drive up in-store traffic for the Shack during the busy holiday season and year-round.

Let’s think about that for a second. Just having the iPhone in the shop for shoppers to fondle, nuzzle and take home as their very own is considered, in the eyes of the market, a material advantage for an electronics chain with nearly 5,000 US stores.

You’ve come a long way, baby.

TUAWShacking up: iPhone sales plan at RadioShack sparks rally originally appeared on The Unofficial Apple Weblog (TUAW) on Mon, 09 Nov 2009 21:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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NAVIGON has announced that its Traffic Live service is now available for users of the MobileNavigator iPhone app. The feature is designed to help users cut time from routes by avoiding congestion. Users can receive on-screen alerts showing icons for accidents, construction, or other obstructions. The interface also presents detailed information such as the severity of the accident or the speed of traffic flow….

We're hearing that this is why Google had to pay so much for AdMob. But why would Apple want it?

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