Category: Macbook

USB-C Docks from OWC and StarTech – Review

Adapter, Audio, Dock, Earphones, Headphones, Headset, Keyboard, Macbook, Monitor, Mouse, printer, Review, Speakers 0

Apple’s newest MacBooks have only one multipurpose USB-C port. Other World Computing (OWC) has an affordable, versatile solution to expand usage to include USB-3, HDMI, audio out, SD card, Ethernet, and a second USB-C port. Buy the OWC USB-C Dock and put it into action today. It will make your computing life more efficient, enjoyable, and productive, especially when at a fixed location. This dock is compact enough to be usable also when traveling. Thanks, OWC!

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Take Control of Preview – Book Review

Apple, Book Review, Mac, Macbook, Macbook Air, Macbook Pro, Macintosh, Review 0

Once again, TidBITS hits it out of the park with their latest book, Take Control of Preview. Preview is an application that has been on the Mac since OS10 was released in 2001, but has been overlooked over the years and considered a not very useful app other than opening a PDF or viewing a photo. Josh Centers and Adam Engst wrote Take Control of Preview to change that perception.

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NEC MultiSync E245WMi 24″ Widescreen Monitor – Review

Mac, Macbook, Macbook Air, Macbook Pro, Monitor, Photography 0

To paraphrase an old adage: One cannot be too rich, too thin, or have too much screen real estate. This is especially true for me when working in multiple applications with many windows and tool palettes. The benefits of working with a second monitor became apparent as soon as the NEC 24″ Widescreen Monitor came to life when connected to my MacBook Pro.

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Macally Aluminum USB 3.0 External 2.5″ SATA Hard Drive / SSD Enclosure – Review

Hard Drive, Macbook, Macbook Air, Macbook Pro, Review 0

Even in the digital age I seem to have the ability to occupy all of the space available. Recently, I upgraded the hard drive in my laptop computer. This left me with a perfectly functional internal drive outside of my computer. Macally to the rescue. Their Aluminum USB Hard Drive Enclosure is just the ticket to turn the delicate, surplus hard drive into rugged, ready storage for the road warrior.

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Influx WiFi Maximizing Router Dock – Review

Dock, Macbook, Macintosh, Modem, Review 0

Before I started using the Influx WiFi Maximizer Router Dock two weeks ago, I could not do what I am doing at this moment. I am now using my laptop in my dining room, about 40 feet away from my router and modem, and I am getting a strong and constant WiFi connection despite various walls and 90 degree obstructions between me and the router.

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MindShift UltraLight Dual 36L Multipurpose Camera Backpack – Review

Back Pack, Camcorder, Camera, Cases, iPad, iPhone, iPhoto, iPod, Macbook, Review 0

This unusual medium-size daypack from MindShift Gear has a split personality. The included removable dedicated camera and lens with strap insert is large enough to carry a jumbo six-pack of your favorite beverage plus cold block and a few sandwiches when it’s not being used to hold your photo gear. You can use it separately or stow in in the bottom half of the UltraLight Dual 36L, with access to the insert from a side zipper. A folding trap door panel divides the interior of the main pack into two compartments, whether or not the camera/drink insert is in place.

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