Compiled by Charles Moore
and edited by
Dan Knight
- 2002.05.10
Except as noted, prices are in US dollars.
512 MB Low Profile SDRAM Modules for
TiBook
The new 512 MB low profile SDRAM memory module brings the memory
capacity of the PowerBook G4 up to
one gigabyte.
Trans Intl's unique design allows upgrading the top and
bottom slot of the PowerBook G4 with 512 MB SDRAM SO-DIMMs. The new
512 MB Low Profile SDRAM DIMM is compatible with Apple Firmware
Update 4.1.8 and both Mac OS X and 9.1.
Pismo PowerBook Memory
Up to 1 GB with new 512 MB 100 MHz SDRAM DIMMs. Trans Intl.
brings desktop memory capacity into portables by introducing
half-gig 100 MHz SDRAM DIMMs operating at maximum speed
[2-2-2].
512 MB of RAM in a PowerBook Lombard or WallStreet
The new 256 MB SDRAM SO-DIMM enables users to maximize main
memory up to 512 MB by installing the memory module in the lower
slot of the system. This memory module is compatible with PowerBooks G3 Lombard or the PowerBook Wallstreet and the older iMac [233-333 MHz] systems.
New IBM 40 GNX Enhance 40 GB/20 GB 5400 RPM
Drive for PowerBooks/iBooks
Trans Intl.
has announced the availability of a new IBM 40 GNX 2.5", 5400 RPM
hard disk drive offered in 20 GB and 40 GB capacities delivering
advanced notebook performance to entry-level and mainstream
users.
The new 5400 RPM drive offers users accelerated performance in a
thinner (9.5 mm) hard drive. In earlier 5400 RPM drives, "spindle
speed" was the top-of-the-line feature for mobile power users. It
was only offered in the highest capacity drives - which also
required a thicker (12.5 mm) hard drive (mostly supported in the
majority of bulky notebooks).
The Enhance 5400 RPM provides the capability for increased
"power-on" hours, making 2.5"h drives suitable for mission critical
applications. This offers users the ability to leave the power on
around the clock. Other performance features of the drive are high
RPM, increased data rate, advanced cache management software,
larger cache size, and, most notable, 5400 spindle speed in a drive
with 9.5 mm thickness. Traditionally, 9.5 mm hard drives offer
performance at 4200 RPM, which are used in the vast majority of
notebooks on the market.
This new 40 GB/20 GB GB 5400 RPM drive is also available as an
external FireWire portable unit featuring the
fastest sustained data transfer rate of 20-35 MB/s enabled by an
Oxford 911 Fire Wire to IDE bridge chip.
VST Zip250 Drive for PowerBook Lombard and
Pismo for $39.99
MacZone has a great price on
VST Zip250 expansion bay drives for Lombard and Pismo PowerBooks. VST Zip250 Drive for
PowerBook 99/00 with 2-pack Zip Media. Price: $39.99 .
IOxperts Releases Universal WiFi Driver for
Macintosh
Non-AirPort equipped PowerBooks can now be easily networked
using the 802.11b protocol and the help of IOxperts' beta Universal
WiFi driver. The driver supports most popular wireless PC Cards
that have only been Windows-based until this point. The universal
WiFi driver allows PowerBooks as old as the 190 and 5300 connect to
a wireless 802.11b network (the same protocol as Apple's AirPort).
Supported cards include Belkin, D-Link and many other popular
brands sold as "Windows Only" cards.
Techpack PowerBook Backpack
This top loading, rugged pack is ideal for moving around
campus or the casual office. Easy access to your laptop and great
protection makes this one of our favorite packs!
Dimensions:
- Exterior: 17" x 12.5" x 5.75"
- Padded Computer Compartment: 13.75" x 11.50" x 1.75"
Features:
- Made of Nylon Ripstop
- Top-Loading, Padded Inner Computer Case.
- Exterior Zippered Flap Pocket with Holders for Pens/Pencils,
Cell Phone, Business/ID Cards and a Key Chain Clip
- Padded Computer Compartment Includes Storage for Diskettes,
Files and Documents
- Large Padded handle.
- Adjustable, Non-Slip, Padded Shoulder Straps
- Lifetime Replacement Warranty
Price: $44.95
Willow Somerset Laptop Backpack/Briefcase
Willow's
Somerset laptop backpack briefcase is designed for
those with shorter backs or those who want 
a more compact case. Despite the Somerset's
smaller size, you can still carry around most 14" or 15" laptops
such as the PowerBook and iBook. The Somerset carries your laptop
and accessories, up to three inches of letter sized paperwork and
features our convenient outer organizer pocket system.
Features:
- Elegant design - at home on the road and acceptable in the
boardroom in its briefcase form.
- Increased personal security by making your case not look like a
briefcase or laptop case
- Superb laptop protection through a centrally protected location
surrounded by thick, single piece foam padding on the back, sides
and bottom
- Front protection is assured by three separate levels of foam
layers
- Easy storage of adapters, cables, etc. with convenient Velcro
secured, fold-down accessory divider /pocket system
- Extreme carrying comfort with contoured, padded shoulder
straps
- Removable sternum strap for increased stability and comfort
with additional doubling of shoulder strap material for extreme
durability
- contoured pack back and bottom which will not allow anything to
dig into your back, especially in your low back area
- Additional thickly padded removable wrap handle for extra
comfort in briefcase or vertical handle carrying mode
- .090 thickness of high density polyethylene reinforcement
underneath the web handles with quadruple rivet reinforcing for
even greater strength and durability
- A thickly padded traditional single shoulder carrying strap
when you want to look more cosmopolitan
- Room in the paperwork compartment for a six centimetre (2")
depth of letter sized file folders or other items plus a centimetre
(0.5") of legal sized file folders.
- Lots of organizer pockets in the outer pocket and throughout
the case
- convenient shoulder strap flap to hide away shoulder straps
which can double as an easy to get to newspaper or magazine
pocket
- Security pocket on back panel hidden under shoulder strap
flap
- Convenient shallow outer zippered pocket for airline tickets,
change or other items you want fast access to
Available Colours: Black, Charcoal, Navy, Teal, Purple
$202 Cdn/$131 U.S.
J.R. Hill and Company Introduces Leather Lap
Protector
J.R. Hill and Company has announced its new leather
Lap Protector. The Lap Protector is designed to
eliminate the uncomfortable heat that is transferred to your legs
or lap from the bottom of your iBook or PowerBook. There is an 1/8"
piece of full grain coach leather on top and a 3/8" piece of sole
light rubber on the bottom, which are attached with adhesive and a
decorative but strong stitch around the edge.
The Lap Protector measures 15-1/4" long x 11-1/4" wide x 1/2"
thick, weighs just one pound, and fits the PowerBook G4 perfectly.
It can also be used with any notebook on the market today. The Lap
Protector retails for $42.99 plus shipping and comes with a
lifetime warranty.
Bargain 'Books
There are two different versions of WallStreet running at 233
MHz, the cacheless MainStreet
version and the later Series II
with a level 2 cache. It's not always possible to determine from
the vendor's listing which is being offered, so we've included
links within this paragraph to the two models.
- iBook 500, 64/10
GB/CD/56K/USB/FireWire, 12", $935
- PowerBook G3/400 Pismo,
192/6 GB/DVD/56K/USB/FireWire, 14.1", $943 (add Zip module for
$50)
- PowerBook G3/333 Lombard,
128/4 GB/CD/56K/USB, 14.1", $635 (add Zip module for $50)
- PowerBook G3/266 WallStreet,
160/4 GB/CD/56K, 14.1", $531 (add floppy for $35)
- PowerBook G3/233 WallStreet,
128/2 GB/CD/56K, 14.1", $488 (add floppy for $35)
- PowerBook G3/233 WallStreet,
no L2 cache, 96/2 GB/CD/56K, 12.1" dual-scan, $310 (add floppy
for $25)
- PowerBook G3/250 Kanga,
160/5 GB/CD/56K, 12.1", $405 (add extra battery for $20)
- PowerBook 2400c/180,
48/2 GB, 10", w/ floppy drive, 56K card, Newer Tech BookEndz,
$375
- PowerBook 3400c/200, 48/1.2
GB/CD/floppy, 12.1", $293
- PowerBook 5300c/100, 24/750, 10",
floppy, $135
- PowerBook 5300cs/100, 16/750, 10"
dual-scan, floppy, $102
- PowerBook G4/667, 256/30
GB/AirPort, refurbished with Brenthaven Titanium 1 case,
$2,299
- iBook 500, 64/10 GB/CD,
$939
- iBook 500, 128/15 GB/CD,
$999
- iBook 500, 128/10 GB/DVD,
$1,099
- iBook 600, 128/15 GB/DVD,
$1,169
- iBook 600, 128/20 GB/Combo,
$1,349
- iBook 300, 64/3.2 GB/CD, Apple
refurbished, $799.97
- iBook 500, 128/10 GB/CD-RW,
12.1", Apple refurbished, $1,029.99
- iBook 500, 128/10 GB/DVD-CDRW,
12.1", Apple refurbished, $1,129.97
- iBook 600, 128/15 GB/DVD,
12.1", Apple refurbished, $1,099
For Canadian readers,all prices below in Canadian dollars.
- PowerBook G3/333,
96/4 GB/CD/56k Bronze, $1,749
- PowerBook G3/300,
64/8 GB/CD/56k SCSI, $1,499
- PowerBook G3/266,
64/4 GB/CD/56k/14" SCSI, $1,299
- PowerBook G3/266,
96/2 GB/CD/56k/14", $1,269
- PowerBook G3/266,
64/2 GB/CD/56k/14", $1,249
- PowerBook 3400/180,
48/1.3/CD/33.6k, $749
- PowerBook 1400c/166, 32/1.3
GB/CD, $549
- PowerBook G3/300, 14.1",
64/8 GB, used with 30 day warranty, $1,299.99
- PowerBook G3/266, 14.1",
128/4 GB, used with 30 day warranty, $1,199.99
- iBook 300, 128/3 GB, used
with 30 day warranty, $1,099.99
