Speculation is running rampant about exactly what Apple will
announce on Wednesday, January 27. The general consensus is that the
featured item will be a 10" tablet computer/media device based on the
iPhone OS, but Apple may have other things up its sleeve, such as an
updated Mac Pro with 6-core CPUs or MacBook Pro models using Intel's
new i5 and i7 CPUs.
General Apple and Mac desktops is covered in The Mac News Review. iPod, iPhone, and Apple
TV news is covered in The iNews Review.
All prices are in US dollars unless otherwise noted.
News & Opinion
Apple's Slate
Apple Updates
Tech Trends
Products & Services
News & Opinion
PC Laptops Needed for Haiti Earthquake Victims
PR: InterConnection and World Concern have partnered to send
refurbished laptops to Haiti. Anyone can help by donating a working
Pentium 3 or Pentium 4 laptop by mail, shipping costs will be covered.
Equipment will be refurbished, equipped with French Microsoft Windows
and Office, shipped to Haiti and deployed as communication hubs
wherever they are needed the most.
Imagine the loss of computers in this disaster. Schools, hospitals,
NGOs would all have lost hard drives and laptops. They have no
resources to replace these items.
Susan Talbot, with World Concern states, "Imagine the loss of
computers in this disaster. Schools, hospitals, NGOs would all have
lost hard drives and laptops. They have no resources to replace these
items. We work with orphans and vulnerable children and their
caregivers. We have five offices around Haiti having sustained unknown
amounts of damage. Our capacity to respond to disasters relies on our
capacity to communicate not only with each other but with donors and
funders, sharing beneficiary stories."
World Concern is a humanitarian relief organization and their
primary office in Port Au Prince was damaged by the earthquake and
nearby buildings collapsed. Some of their staff are unaccounted for,
yet they still are working to provide blankets, plastic sheeting and
emergency supplies of water.
InterConnection.org is working with World Concern to help start the
rebuilding process . . . InterConnection will wipe the hard
drives of donated laptops, test them, and install a French version of
Windows and Office for use in Haiti. World Concern staff will bring the
laptops with them on their flights to Haiti.
To donate a laptop go to www.interconnection.org/haiti
- just fill out the form, package your laptop and ship it from anywhere
in the US, and if the laptop is functional and new enough (Pentium 3 or
4) shipping is free and a free label will be provided
The goal is to ship 100 laptops to Haiti. Some laptops will be used
to sponsor the cost of refurbishing and prepping the laptops.
Link: World
Concern
Link: InterConnection
Asus Integrates Nvidia GPU with Intel i7, Apple
Could Too
Hardmac's Lionel, referencing an Ars Technica piece [12
Hour Battery Life in a High-end Laptop? Asus Says Yes], relates
that Asus has demo'd a new notebook based on Intel's Arrandale Core i7,
which in addition to the integrated graphical chipset, also features a
discrete Nvidia GeForce 310.
Lionel notes that dependent on load and need for 3D rendering, this
system can use either the GMA integrated graphics or the GeForce GPU,
but happily - unlike the current Apple MacBook Pro - it is not
necessary to log out and restart in order to switch between the
graphics processors, which in the Asus machine's case is executed
automatically, completely transparent for the user, who need not be
cognizant as to whether he/she is using the GMA or the discrete
GPU.
So it looks like Arrandale technology is no impediment to Apple
selling at least higher-end MacBook Pros with Nvidia discrete GPUs
piggybacked on top of Arrandale integrated graphics.
Link:
If Asus Can Do It, Apple Could Do It Too
HP and Dell Laptops Offer 3G, Why Not Apple?
Cnet's Brooke Crothers observes that Apple's aluminum MacBooks are
definitely cool - until you want 3G in a laptop. Then they're not,
noting that "it's 2010 and still no MacBook Air with 3G," and that
Apple is surely losing sales to customers currently buying laptops from
Hewlett-Packard or Dell, but who would like to buy a MacBook if they
could only get one with 3G built in.
Link: HP, Dell Offer 3G
in Laptops, So Why Not Apple?
iBook and PowerBook Power Consumption Tests
George Schreyer reports that the Kill-A-Watt
measures AC line voltage, current, true RMS power, VA (reactive power),
line frequency, power factor, and kilowatt-hours over some number of
hours for 110 VAC loads up to 2 kW. It's least significant digit in the
true RMS power mode is 1 watt. It's least significant figure is 10 mA
in the current mode, but at 110 VAC, this is also 1 watt, noting:
"Since I had been obsessed with the battery life and power
consumption of laptops (PowerBook
Battery Life and Some Thoughts on Computer
Upgrades), I figured that I'd get some data.
"I had 3 computers to test and I elected to test them in several
different modes while running without a battery and several other modes
while charging a fully discharged battery. The testing without the
battery was done so that there was no ambiguity about any residual
charging power the battery might be taking even if the computer
declared that the battery was charged. If there was no battery
installed, there was clearly no power being directed to it."
Tested models include a 12" 500 MHz iBook G3, 12" 1.2 GHz iBook G4,
and 15" 1.25 GHz PowerBook G4.
Link: Apple Laptop Power
Consumption Tests
Apple's Slate
Apple's Tablet: Why It Isn't a Mac
Mac 360's Bambi Brannan says that if there's one thing we Apple and
Mac pundits have learned through the years it's this: Apple will
surprise, observing that Apple has issued invitations to a January 27th
event in San Francisco with the teaser: "Come see our latest creation,"
which Brannan opines will be "everything except a Mac."
Brannan predicts that Apple's tablet device will be smaller than a
MacBook Air but larger than an iPod touch, and that it is best imagined
as as a giant iPod touch.
That will be a disappointment for many of us who are Mac fans, but
Brannan says the Mac is a "device of the past", "divisive", and "too
complicated for most PC users". The Apple tablet, she suggests, will be
a device of the future.
Link:
The Last Word on Apple's iTablet: Why It Ain't a Mac
What's Inside Apple's Media Pad?
EE Times' Mark LaPedus says that a combination Apple media
pad/e-book/netbook could steal much of the thunder in early 2010, so
what's inside the system? LaPedus cites some deductions in a report by
Ashok Kumar, a research analyst at Northeast Securities Inc. who thinks
the Apple device will be powered by an ARM processor from Apple's
in-house PA Semi subsidiary with Samsung flash memory, a 10" screen
with a docking station, and a retail channel price range of $600 to
$800.
Link: What's
Inside Apple's Media Pad?
ARM Wrestling: Apple iPad Chip to Overpower
Rivals?
The Register's Tony Smith says that the big question is perhaps not
whether Apple will announce the eagerly anticipated iPad next week, but
what chip will power the media tablet, although in Smith's view that
the device is expected to run a version of the iPhone operating system,
and that battery life is likely to be a key priority, it's hard to
imagine Apple using anything other than an ARM-based processor....
Link: ARM
Wrestling: Apple iPad Chip to Overpower Rivals?
Apple Updates
Firmware Restoration CD 1.8 Released
Firmware Restoration CD 1.8 can restore the firmware of an
Intel-based Macintosh computer.
Note: Restoring your firmware will reset some of your computer's
preferences to defaults.
You can only use this to restore the firmware after an interrupted
or unsuccessful update. If your computer is already in this state,
you'll need to download the software and create the CD on another
Macintosh computer, or you can take your computer to an Apple Store or
Apple Authorized Service Provider to restore your firmware. This CD can
be created on either a PowerPC- or Intel-based Mac, but only works with
Intel-based Macs.
Download the correct Firmware Restoration CD image
Different computers use different versions of the Restoration CD.
Please reference the table below to determine if this version of the
Firmware Restoration CD is correct for your machine.
File Size: 22.5 MB
System Requirements: Intel-based Macintosh computer
For more information, visit https://support.apple.com/kb/DL976
Link: Firmware Restoration CD 1.8
Tech Trends
Net Tablets: Smaller Than a Netbook, Bigger Than a
Smartphone
PR: NetTabs (Deloitte's name for Internet tablets) may turn
out to be "just right" for many users in 2010. This Goldilocks of
devices - not too big, not too small - is expected to offer an
appealing balance of form and function going forward.
Made for the consumer
With a new form factor and significant processing capacity,
connected portable devices will likely be purchased by tens of millions
of people in 2010. Called Net tablets, or NetTabs, these devices have
an advantage over smartphones - which are small for watching videos or
web browsing - and notebooks, netbooks, and ultra-thin PCs, which are
too heavy, or expensive.
Previous attempts at the tablet form factor failed for many reasons:
the graphics, software, and user-interface were underwhelming, there
was poor connection to cellular or WiFi networks, and they were used
largely for work-oriented data-entry. By contrast, a consumer-focused
device primarily for media and Web browsing is much more likely to be
accepted by the market.
2010 is likely to see a proliferation of NetTabs from two sources:
tablets designed to be tablets and standalone single-purpose devices
that will be repurposed. Although none has yet launched, leaked
information suggests that custom-designed tablets are likely to be
released by startups, some existing phone and PC makers, netbook
leaders, and various smaller manufacturers using open-source operating
systems.
Bottom line
Since NetTabs are primarily networked devices, and are designed to
connect wirelessly over WiFi, wireless carriers are likely to try to
push users off cellular networks and onto WiFi as much as possible.
NetTabs are also more expensive than most smartphones, and consumers
are likely to demand big upfront subsidies.
NetTabs are a more premium product and are likely to require
higher-end chips, benefiting chipmakers as well as touch screen and
flash memory manufacturers.
Existing PC and smartphone makers are unlikely to be threatened by
NetTabs: PC-like text or data entry would be cumbersome and NetTabs are
not portable enough to replace a phone-sized device. However, the
standalone eReader market may be vulnerable.
Deloitte Canada's 2010 TMT Predictions Anticipate 'Net Tablets' and
Cloud Computing Will Be Major Trends
As economies emerge from the global recession, the technology, media
and telecommunications (TMT) sectors continue to evolve at a rapid pace
and will have strategic implications for TMT companies, businesses and
consumers. Deloitte has unveiled its 2010 global TMT Predictions
reports and launched its cross-country road show presentation series -
set to reveal the top TMT trends we can expect to see in the coming
year.
"While last year's Predictions revolved around the economic
downturn, this year's Predictions are all about the mobile Internet,"
says John Ruffolo, National Leader, Technology, Media &
Telecommunications Industry Group, Deloitte. "Yesterday's technologies
can't keep up with tomorrow's consumers. Clearing the network traffic
jams created by new mobile devices will not be easy and will have
serious ramifications for customers and carriers alike."
Now in its ninth year, Deloitte's TMT Predictions are a highly
anticipated annual series of global insights that showcase emerging
global TMT trends that will significantly impact businesses and
consumers in the coming year and beyond. The 2010 TMT Predictions are
based on research, in-depth interviews and input from Deloitte clients
and alumni, industry analysts, leading global TMT executives, 100 TMT
C-suite executives from around the world, and more than 6,000 Deloitte
TMT member firm practitioners.
This year's Canadian TMT Predictions demonstrate that consumers and
enterprises want to access data anywhere, anytime, and on any screen -
but want to do so economically. As the world emerges from the
recession, both individuals and corporations want unlimited data and
mobility but are restricted by limited budgets. "This tension is
driving the TMT world to opt for solutions that may not be perfect, but
are good enough," says Duncan Stewart, Director of Deloitte Canada
Research.
"Canadians and Canadian companies are at the front lines of the
battle between demand for data and the realities of pricing," explains
Stewart. "We may not have been the first country in the world to get
the iPhone or the Amazon Kindle Reader, but our companies, our people
and our regulators are facilitating the mobile Internet revolution and
changing the ways that technology, media and telecommunications are
bought, sold and used."
"This theme of innovative disruption is changing both the telecom
and the media worlds. At the same time as cloud computing is set to
take off in 2010 - disrupting the hardware and software industries -
growth in online advertising is reaccelerating, further disrupting the
world of traditional media advertising," concludes Stewart.
Top 10 Trends
According to Deloitte Canada's TMT leadership across the country,
the top 10 most significant TMT trends that will impact IT in 2010
are:
eReaders fill a niche, but ebooks fly off the (virtual) shelf -
Although eReaders are securing headlines, they are an interim
technology and sales growth will not meet expectations, as competition
from alternative devices will likely slow their growth rate in 2011.
ebooks are expected to do well, but not be limited to standalone
eReaders and will mainly be read on smartphones, PCs and tablets. This
changing industry landscape will likely pose challenges for Canadian
publishers, writers and distributors, which could mirror those of the
music industry, where sales of recorded music have been in decline for
years.
Smaller than a netbook, and bigger than a smartphone: net tablets
arrive - Experts predict that there is room for a connected media
device that fills the gap between the smartphone and the netbook, which
could generate well over $1 billion in global sales in 2010. Canadian
companies could potentially build the software applications and content
for these devices, which are creating a compelling new electronic way
to consume media and have the potential to help revitalize the Canadian
magazine, newspaper and television industries.
Publishing fights back: pay walls and micropayments - There has been
a great deal of talk about newspapers and magazines charging for online
content, whether through subscriptions or micropayments. In reality,
while a majority of Canadian publishers may be wondering if they can
charge readers for online editions, most will not implement pay walls
or micropayments, knowing they could negatively impact traffic, and
therefore, advertising revenue.
CleanTech makes a comeback. But solar stays in the shadows -
Although the long-term future of solar energy is still promising, a
massive global supply glut will make 2010 a very tough year. British
Columbia, Ontario and Quebec are the hub of Canada's solar industry. As
Ontario introduces new programs to encourage the use of CleanTech, the
province may run the risk of trying to create a globally competitive
solar manufacturing industry, while the rest of the world may not
require these services in the long run because of their own market
overcapacity.
IT procurement stands on its head - More and more companies are
buying smartphones and computers based on employee demand rather than
corporate policies. "Win the consumer, and you win the enterprise" is a
reversal of decades of enterprise IT buying habits. If consumer demand
begins to drive corporate IT purchasing decisions, smartphone companies
are likely to benefit.
Nixing the nines: reliability redefined and reassessed - The default
enterprise IT contract specifies 99.999% (five nines) reliability. 2010
will see some companies settle for fewer nines to save money, which
could allow Canadian IT and telecom companies to reduce costs as they
may no longer need to implement expensive measures to ensure 99.999%
network reliability. As a result, savings will likely be passed onto
consumers in exchange for their acceptance of minor network
downtime.
Cloud computing: more than hype, but less than hyper - Cloud
computing will grow faster than almost all other tech sectors, but it
is not taking over the world quite yet. Concerns over reliability and
security continue to make large enterprises and governments cautious
about adopting cloud. In contrast, consumers and small enterprises are
the logical early adopters, as the global cloud computing industry is
predicted to grow almost 50% to $80 billion in 2010.
Paying for what we eat: carriers change data pricing and make
regulators happy - "All you can eat" data plans have succeeded in
attracting customers, but are killing the networks. Yet, while it is
tough for carriers to move back to the meter for data without angering
customers, recent network neutrality rulings from the FCC and CRTC will
make it easier. Meanwhile, new players are entering the Canadian
wireless market, and some have started offering "all you can eat" data
plans in an effort to capture market share - setting a potentially
dangerous precedent for carriers. Finding an appropriate competitive
response that does not erode profitability may be a challenge for
wireless carriers.
Widening the bottleneck: telecom technology helps decongest the
mobile network - As smartphones and PCs create a mobile data traffic
jam, carriers will not be able to build entirely new networks in 2010.
Instead they will use short-term tech quick fixes to make the mobile
Internet work faster and handle more customers, with some players
profiting greatly. Although network congestion issues are not yet
common in Canada, they are a global challenge, and many of the
companies that provide these technologies are Canadian.
The shift to online advertising: more selective, but the trend
continues - Online only makes up about 10% of global ad sales at $80
billion. That said, online sales will continue to steal share from
traditional media in 2010 and disrupt the ad market, causing prices to
fall. Although this shift will likely impact traditional media across
the country, the good news is that it will become less expensive for
Canadian companies to place ads in both traditional and online
media.
This year Deloitte Canada launched a new contest that has put
Canadians at the centre of an online discussion about the changes
expected in the global TMT sectors in the coming year. Deloitte invited
visionary TMT professionals and technology devotees to submit a video
showcasing their predictions for a 2010 TMT trend. Between December 1,
2009 and January 8, 2010, video entries were uploaded and viewed at
www.deloitte.ca/MyTMT. The top 10 submissions were reviewed by an
expert panel of TMT professionals who selected the winning video, which
will be revealed at the 2010 TMT Predictions cross-Canada event
series.
Link:
Deloitte's TMT Predictions 2010
Products & Services
Wi-Fire for Mac Updated: The Power of the Wi-Fire
with the Simplicity and Feel of AirPort
PR: hField Technologies has just launched a new generation of
software for its Wi-Fire for use with the Macintosh. Now, Mac users who
love the Wi-Fire's long range and high performance get the comfortable
look and feel they're used to with Apple's AirPort.
Wi-Fire is
a compact, high-performance, long-range USB WiFi Adapter. It's
palm-sized, easy-to-use, and, overall, the longest range adapter on the
market. Its portability and long range make it a natural for travelers
and other WiFi users who want to connect at their convenience, not a
network's whims.
With its integrated directional antenna, highly sensitive receiver,
and proprietary software working together to enhance normal WiFi
signals, Wi-Fire gives Windows, Linux, and Macintosh users the freedom
to connect to WiFi networks when they want, where they want. Users
benefit from the increased mobility and greater range, maintaining
faster speeds at longer range in comparison to other standard WiFi
adapters.
The Wi-Fire
multiplies the effectiveness of wireless networks and eliminates those
nasty dead spots that plague users. The Wi-Fire allows users to connect
to a WiFi network from up to 1,000 feet - more than three times the
range of other 802.11 adapters - often at significantly higher speeds,
and even in locations where no wireless signal could be detected
previously. Independent testing has shown the Wi-Fire outperforms
802.11n adapters at distance; delivering greater throughput and a more
stable connection.
Now, get even more convenience on the Mac with the NEW Wi-Fire
Connection Manager 2.0 for Mac.
hField's new version 2.0 for Mac runs from a convenient unobtrusive
icon in the Mac's Menu Bar, just like AirPort (http://hfield.com/images/WCM-2_0/WCM2_0MenuExtra.jpg).
All of the important details about the connections around you - and
you'll see plenty with the Wi-Fire - are revealed in the new GUI
interface, which is easily launched from the Menu Extra (http://hfield.com/images/WCM-2_0/WCM2_0Window.jpg).
Prior hField models have been launched to rave reviews, and this new software
should be no exception. "Wi-Fire is the perfect device - light weight
and easy to use - for the seriously mobile computer user with high
bandwidth needs, and those who have problems connecting to their
regular wireless network because of distance, obstacles or other
interference," said Tom DiClemente, hField's CEO. "We're dedicated to
empowering people to connect better, faster and more economically. And
now, Wi-Fire offers a compelling Mac feel!"
This newest version can be downloaded from http://www.hfield.com/download/Wi-FireInstaller_Mac_2_0.zip
System Requirements: It works on PPC and Intel Macs with OS X 10.4,
10.5 and 10.6.
hField's retail price for Wi-Fire is $59 and is available now at
http://www.hfield.com/buynow
and participating retailers.
Link: hField
Technologies
HyperMac External Battery and Car Charger for
MacBooks and iPhones
PR: Extend the life span of the MacBook internal battery.
Using HyperMac external power will help reduce the strain on the
MacBook internal battery without sacrificing mobility from the power
grid. Constant usage will at least double the internal battery life
span which is important considering that newer MacBooks all have
built-in non-removable batteries.
Supports MacBook Pro Dual Voltage
Power your MacBook and any USB device simultaneously. HyperMac
External Battery comes with a USB 5V/1A Power Port so you can power any
USB device (e.g. iPhone) individually or simultaneously with the
MacBook. MacBook regards the HyperMac connection as a connection to the
original power adapter. Not only does HyperMac provides power for the
MacBook, it charges the internal battery as well. Check the HyperMac
battery level anytime with the lighted indicator.
Do you know that the MacBook Pro operates under 2 different
voltages? It uses 16.5V for normal operations and switches to 18.5V for
intensive tasks. HyperMac is the only external battery & car
charger that can automatically adjust between 16.5V & 18.5V, just
like the original power adapter. Other solutions just stick to one
voltage, never able to power the MacBook Pro accurately or
properly.
Professional Grade Battery
HyperMac External Battery uses the same high end lithium ion
cells that is supplied to the U.S. military. It is rechargeable up to
1000 times and comes with a ONE year warranty - comparing to industry
standards of only 300 recharges and 3 months warranty. The beautiful
aluminum housing, laser engraved logo and all-white accessories are
color matched to complement the MacBook.
HyperMac is the only external battery and car charger solution that
works with all MacBook, MacBook Air and MacBook Pro (supports dual
voltage). Available in 4 different sizes (60~222 Wh), the HyperMac
battery also powers the iPhone, iPhone 3G, iPhone 3GS and all other USB
devices.
Power your MacBook for up to 34 hours
HyperMac External Battery for MacBook comes in 4 different sizes
(60/100/150/222 Wh). In comparison, the MacBook Air internal battery is
only 37 Wh. You can power your MacBook continuously for more than a day
or recharge your iPhone 52 times.
Every battery is compatible with all MacBook, MacBook Pro, MacBook
Air models
HyperMac battery intelligently determines which MacBook model
is connected and adjusts the charging power automatically, supporting
MacBook Pro dual voltage. Our charging cables use original Apple
MagSafe connectors for maximum compatibility.
MagSafe charging cables for:
- MacBook/MacBook Pro (left)
- MacBook Air (right)
Note that MagSafe compatible HyperMac batteries, because Apple
refuses ti license MagSafe technology, the company must purchase a $79
Apple laptop power adapter and swap the MagSafe cable over for use with
the HyperMac battery.
Power your MacBook in the car
You can now power and charge your MacBook better on the road with
the HyperMac Pure DC Car Charger. Unlike DC-to-AC auto inverters,
HyperMac Pure DC Car Charger does not produce dangerous high AC
voltages. It is also twice as efficient, more compact and produces a
cleaner power signal important for high fidelity performance.
HyperMac Pure DC Car Charger will also work on airplanes and with
solar panels.
HyperMac External Battery for Apple MacBook
- 60-watt-hour
- 4.92" (12.5cm)
- 3.78" (9.6cm)
- 0.83" (2.1cm)
- 0.8 lb (0.36 kg)
- $199.95
HyperMac External Battery for Apple MacBook
- 100-watt-hour
- 7.48" (19cm)
- 4.92" (12.5cm)
- 0.83" (2.1cm)
- 1.6 lb. (0.73 kg)
- Free Car Charger
- $299.95
HyperMac External Battery for Apple MacBook
- 150-watt-hour
- 8.90" (22.6cm)
- 4.92" (12.5cm)
- 0.83" (2.1cm)
- 2.4 lb. (1.09 kg)
- Free Car Charger
- $399.95
HyperMac External Battery for Apple MacBook
- 222-watt-hour
- 10.1" (25.6cm)
- 5.91" (15cm)
- 1.34" (3.4cm)
- 4.7 lb. (2.13 kg)
- Free Car Charger
- $499.95
HyperMac Pure DC Car Charger for Apple MacBook, $149.95
Link: HyperMac
External Battery and Car Charger for MacBook Family
Lindy Rotating Notebook Stand, Suitable for 15-17"
Notebooks
PR: Lindy Rotating Notebook Stand is a compact,
adjustable notebook stand for lifting your notebook or laptop display
to create a more comfortable typing angle. It allows a free flow of air
underneath your notebook for effective passive cooling and heat
dissipation so that your machine does not get too hot.
Swivel your notebook so that it can be shared with others using the
stands 360° rotating base making it perfect for meetings, training
sessions and demonstrations. Its light weight design makes it easy to
store and transport.
Designed for notebooks with 15" to 17" size screens- Height adjustable stand for lifting notebook display to create a
more comfortable typing angle
- Allows a free flow of air underneath the notebook for effective
passive cooling and heat dissipation
- 360° rotating base allows the notebook to be swivelled around
to share with others - perfect for meetings, training and
demonstrations
- Very compact and light portable design
- Distance between front and rear stand: 220mm (Min) - 260mm
(Max)
- Dimensions: 328 x 298mm (WxD)
Price: £14.99
Link: Lindy
Rotating Notebook Stand
ScreenSavrz Laptop Display Protection
PR: Notebook ScreenSavrz offer LCD Display protection,
cleaning and refinishing system for all notebook computers, including
Apple MacBook, MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, PowerBook and iBook.
RadTech ScreenSavrz protect delicate MacBook Pro, MacBook
Air and PC laptop display screens from abrasion caused by the close
tolerances present in modern ultra-thin notebooks. ScreenSavrz
positively shield and protect your display screen from oils, dirt,
shock, keyboard marks and top case abrasion. ScreenSavrz also expertly
clean and polish LCD displays without sprays or wet wipes - dampen
ScreenSavrz with water and easily remove existing keymarks and
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Made from RadTech's exclusive, super-soft Optex fabric, a
non-woven, ultra-thin advanced polishing fabric developed specifically
for LCD panel care and cleaning. ScreenSavrz allows you to safely clean
the screen or any surface of your notebook. Thin, soft and supple,
ScreenSavrz stow as easily as a dollar bill and can be washed 1000's of
times. Models for all notebooks, including Apple MacBook Pro, MacBook
Air, MacBook, PowerBook, iBook and PC notebooks.
Engineered for MacBook Air: The extremely close tolerances in the
ultra-slim MacBook Air notebook necessitated a host of model-specific
design requirements. To ensure that all potentially colliding surfaces
are fully protected without negatively impacting latching or sleep
functionality, we developed the thinnest gauge Optex fabric yet - just
0.5mm thick. And to completely eliminate the possibility of trackpad
button depression, and a subsequent wake from sleep, the
button-covering section of the ScreenSavrz is debossed to a thickness
of just 0.2mm. No other display protector combines these important
features to ensure that your MacBook Air is fully protected, with no
loss of functionality.
Show off your style by choosing the ScreenSavrz color or
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Custom emblazoning available in any quantity - visit http://www.radtech.us/custom for
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RadTech ScreenSavrz - the best thing next to your MacBook,
PowerBook, iBook or Laptop PC screen.
Features:
- Shields and protects notebook LCD's from oils, dirt, shock,
scratching and abrasion
- No oily residue or shedding as with leather or commercial
microfiber protectors
- Expressly designed to protect, clean and polish LCD displays -
never buy another wet wipe
- Easily removes prior LCD screen damage, abrasions and key
marks
- Ultra-tough and lightweight cloth lasts for years - won't ever
wrinkle, fray, run or tear
- Optex construction provides the most safe, effective and economical
screen cleaning solution available
- Polish and clean your entire notebook, your peripherals,
accessories, iPod, eyeglasses, CD's, DVD's and more
- Sizes for all brands and models of notebooks. If you don't see it,
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- Machine-specific, tailored sizes for all notebook models
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Notebook ScreenSavrz Specs:
- Material: Optex 0.05 denier Ultra-Microfiber
- Thickness: 0.6mm / 0.5mm (MB & MBA)
- Colors: Gray, Fuchsia, Indigo, Green, Grape, Black &
Shagwire
- Weight: 5 - 12g
Product of USA
- 15" Unibody MacBook Pro - $16.95 (add matching Sleevz Case -
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Link: ScreenSavrz
Laptop Display Protection
Bargain 'Books
For deals on current and discontinued 'Books, see our 13" MacBook and MacBook Pro,
MacBook Air, 13" MacBook Pro, 15" MacBook Pro, 17" MacBook Pro, 12" PowerBook G4, 15" PowerBook G4, 17" PowerBook G4, titanium PowerBook G4,
iBook G4, PowerBook G3, and iBook G3 deals.
We also track iPad,
iPhone, iPod touch, iPod classic, iPod nano, and iPod shuffle deals.
