I had absolutely no problems in setting up the SlimBlade BT mouse for use with my MacBook. Press the power button that is hidden under the slidable trim and look for the green power indicator on the opposite side to glow solid green for three seconds, then depress the mode switch that is located at the scroll wheel for three seconds and you’re ready to go for regular use as a mouse. The SlimBlade is a full featured laser mouse that just performs two functions, both very well.
Author: Russ Walkowich
Russ Walkowich is the longest contributing member of MyMac, starting back in 1995. He has served as writer, author, editor, and spiritual guide to a tribe of MyMac Founders in all that time.
Kensington Ci70 Keyboard with USB Ports
Review
I’m a pretty fast typist but the one thing I kept hearing while I was typing at home was “Why are you typing so loudly?†Hey, it wasn’t me, it was just the keyboard responding to my fingers flying over the keys. I’ve always, for the most part, used an Apple keyboard hooked up to my Macs. You know, the big, almost sounds like a typewriter, keyboards.
Targus 13.3″ radius Vertical Messenger – Review
So you’ve gotten yourself a brand new Mac laptop. It’s a great investment, and a great purchase for those of you who have just switched to a Mac, are on the go or just looking to change from a desktop. Now what you have to consider is how are going to get around with your Mac laptop.
Photoshop Elements 6 – Review
It has now been two years since Adobe last released a new version of Photoshop Elements for the Mac. The release PSE 6 at the end of March 2008, skipping an entire version number (5) marks the long awaited switch to an Intel-native version. So, did Adobe get it right?
STM Small Rogue Laptop Backpack – Review
Ok, you have your MacBook (or MacBook Air) and you want a laptop case to protect your investment. The problem is that you also want to be able to carry other items around with you besides your laptop. Looking for something comfortable, durable and yet still presents a good image, no matter whether you’re in jeans or a suit? Then take a run over to STM Bags and consider their Small Rogue backpack, designed for the MacBook or MacBook Air.
Spire Edge Laptop Sleeve – Review
Ok, so you already have your laptop case/bag/backpack. Your MacBook is fully charged and you’re ready to go between offices but do you really need to take the laptop bag along? Not if you have yourself an Edge laptop sleeve that serves as a protective cover for your MacBook.
Spire Viro Laptop Case – Review
Ok, you have your MacBook laptop and you want something classy that protects your investment yet is well designed, versatile and presents a good image. Then check out Spire’s Viro laptop case for the MacBook.
Take Control of Easy Backups in Leopard – ebook Review
In his latest endeavor, Joe Kissell’s 83-page ebook provides recommendations and suggested backup strategies in detail while outlining what choices you will have to make to keep your information safe, secure and readily available for when the worst happens.
Changing of the Guard
The times, they are a’changing… I remember those lyrics quite well. Change is good, especially if things run quicker and smoother… Back in 1998,
Read MoreMac OS X Leopard: The Missing Manual
Review
David Pogue’s latest endeavor, Mac OS X Leopard: The Missing Manual has built upon all of his previous versions and his experience in working with Macs. This is what should come in the box with your Mac. Everything you need to know or would like to know about Leopard is in this book.
iMage USB Webcam
Review
I use a G4 PPC MDD 867 dual with 1.5 gigs of ram…and no iSight camera. I wanted one but figured that the price would come down fairly quick but the next thing I knew, gone! So there I’ve been, looking at the assortment of cameras that Window’s folks have but never seeing Mac compatible on the box. I know, I know, I could buy one and then purchase IOXperts Webcam Driver for Mac OS X but I thought that was just a bit much paying for a Windows webcam and then having to purchase a driver to let me use it.
Read MorePrinting Problems in Leopard
Well, it’s been a month and a half since I upgraded to Leopard and overall, I really like it. However, what I would really
Read MoreExpert Mouse Optical USB Trackball
Review
Over the years, I’ve used just about every type of mouse out there: Apple’s one-button mouse, trackballs, corded and wireless, small and large, two button up to multi-button. I even used the Kensington Turbo Mouse (version 3) during the mid-90’s and enjoyed its capabilities and ease of use. Fast forward to the present time and here I am using Kensington’s Expert Mouse, the descendent of the Turbo Mouse. How does it hold up?
Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard – Peachpit Learning Series
Book Review
Whether you are an experienced Mac user, new to the Mac or just switching over from a PC, you won’t go wrong by getting renowned Mac author Robin Williams’ new book, Mac OS X 10.5 Leopar
Take Control of Upgrading to Leopard: Early-Bird Edition
Review
Leopard is here… are you ready? I know, you’ve been through this before, you’re a power user, know all the tricks that go along with upgrading to Apple’s newest OS… Or you could be a brand new user or ex-Window’s user who’s not really sure what to expect. Well, the crew at TidBits has taken a bite of the process of upgrading and it presents itself in Joe Kissel’s latest endeavor, Take Control of Upgrading to Leopard: Early Bird Edition.
Leopard Arrived
I’m been home sick for the past few days, whatever is going around came to visit me. So this morning, when the FedEx guy
Read MoreiPhone Bill
For those of you that ran out and bought an iPhone and you’ve been using it for everything, start checking your mail box for
Read MoreTuneStik with remote for iPod
Review
TuneStik with remote for the iPod, offered by DLO, provides the iPod user with a little bit different way of plugging in and turning on. Rather then inserting your iPod into a unit that then plugs into your cigarette lighter, TuneStik instead lets you plug the transmitter into the iPod, place your iPod where you want and using the steering wheel mounted remote control unit, use your iPod without having to take your hands (and eyes) off of the steering wheel and the roadway.
DLO Action Jacket for iPod Nano, 2nd generation
Review
Just bought yourself an iPod Nano and looking for another way to use it, maybe while working out? Russ gives you another option to explore besides Apple’s armband for the Nano. Check out his review of the DLO Action Jacket for iPod Nano, 2nd generation!
Read MoreOtterBox for iPod Nano
Review
The OtterBox is everything that it is claimed to be; designed of clear polycarbonate, the case is waterproof, dustproof, drop-proof, sandproof and very rugged. A thin membrane that permits it to remain fully functional through the case protects the ClickWheel. The belt clip that is included provides cable management for your headphones; just wrap the cord around the clip to allow only the length of cable that you wish to be available for your use.
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