How To: Use your iPhone to Setup Internet Tethering, for a Windows PC, or a Mac

Tethering, using your iPhone is now supported by both AT&T, and Verizon. Using a Mac, (with OS X 10.5.8 or later) or a Windows computer running Windows XP (with service pack 3 or later) Windows Vista, or Windows 7 and a USB 2.0 port. The latest version of iTunes is also required, no jailbreaking is needed.

For tethering via Bluetooth requires all of the specs listed above, and Bluetooth Adapter activated on your computer, and iPhone, and your iPhone must be paired with your computer.

On your iPhone, tap Settings > General > Network > Internet Tethering to check that your carrier supports it, set “Internet Tethering” to “on” If this option isn't shown, and you're sure tethering is supported by your carrier, start iTunes (with your iPhone connected) and install the Carrier settings update.

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Apple Updates MacBook Pro with Next Generation Processors, Graphics & Thunderbolt I/O Technology

CUPERTINO, California—February 24, 2011—Apple® today updated the industry-leading MacBook® Pro family with next generation processors and graphics, high-speed Thunderbolt I/O technology and a new FaceTime® HD camera. Featuring the very latest dual-core and quad-core Intel Core processors, the entire MacBook Pro line is up to twice as fast as the previous generation.*
Starting at $1,199 the new 13-inch MacBook Pro offers amazing value and performance in a compact design. The highly portable 13-inch MacBook Pro features Intel Core i5 and Core i7 dual-core processors up to 2.7 GHz and Intel HD Graphics 3000. The powerful 15-inch and 17-inch MacBook Pro models feature quad-core Core i7 processors up to 2.3 GHz and AMD Radeon HD graphics processors with up to 1GB of video memory for high performance gaming, pro video editing and graphics intensive applications.

“The new MacBook Pro brings next generation dual and quad Core processors, high performance graphics, Thunderbolt technology and FaceTime HD to the great design loved by our pro customers,” said Philip Schiller, Apple’s senior vice president of Worldwide Product Marketing. “Thunderbolt is a revolutionary new I/O technology that delivers an amazing 10 gigabits per second and can support every important I/O standard which is ideal for the new MacBook Pro.”


MacBook Pro is the first computer on the market to include the groundbreaking Thunderbolt I/O technology. Developed by Intel with collaboration from Apple, Thunderbolt enables expandability never before possible on a notebook computer. Featuring two bi-directional channels with transfer speeds up to an amazing 10Gbps each, Thunderbolt delivers PCI Express directly to external high performance peripherals such as RAID arrays, and can support FireWire and USB consumer devices and Gigabit Ethernet networks via adapters. Thunderbolt also supports DisplayPort for high resolution displays and works with existing adapters for HDMI, DVI and VGA displays. Freely available for implementation on systems, cables and devices, Thunderbolt technology is expected to be widely adopted as a new standard for high performance I/O.

The MacBook Pro now includes a built-in FaceTime HD camera with triple the resolution of the previous generation for crisp, widescreen video calls. With Apple’s innovative FaceTime video calling software, the new camera allows high definition video calls between all new MacBook Pro models and supports standard resolution calls with other Intel-based Macs, iPhone® 4 and the current generation iPod touch®. FaceTime is included with all new MacBook Pro models and is available for other Intel-based Macs from the Mac® App Store℠ for 99 cents. The MacBook Pro lineup continues to feature its gorgeous aluminum unibody enclosure, glass Multi-Touch™ trackpad, LED-backlit widescreen display, illuminated full-size keyboard and 7-hour battery.**

As the industry’s greenest notebook lineup, every Mac notebook achieves EPEAT Gold status and meets Energy Star 5.0 requirements, setting the standard for environmentally friendly notebook design.*** Each unibody enclosure is made of highly recyclable aluminum and comes standard with energy efficient LED-backlit displays that are mercury-free and made with arsenic-free glass. Mac notebooks contain no brominated flame retardants, are PVC-free and are constructed with recyclable materials.

Every Mac comes with Mac OS® X Snow Leopard®, the world’s most advanced operating system, and iLife®, Apple’s innovative suite of applications for creating and sharing great photos, movies and music. Snow Leopard builds on more than a decade of innovation and includes multiple features for portable computing such as Multi-Touch navigation, advanced wireless networking, easy file sharing, automated data backup and intelligent power management. The new iLife ’11 features iPhoto® with stunning full screen views for browsing, editing and sharing photos; iMovie® with powerful easy-to-use tools to transform home videos into fun theatrical trailers; and GarageBand® with new ways to improve your playing and create great sounding songs.

Pricing & Availability
The new 13-inch MacBook Pro, 15-inch MacBook Pro and 17-inch MacBook Pro are available through the Apple Store® (www.apple.com), Apple’s retail stores and Apple Authorized Resellers. The 13-inch MacBook Pro is available in two configurations: one with a 2.3 GHz Dual-Core Intel Core i5 and 320GB hard drive starting at $1,199; and one with a 2.7 GHz Dual-Core Intel Core i7 and 500GB hard drive starting at $1,499. The new 15-inch MacBook Pro is available in two models: one with a 2.0 GHz Quad-Core Intel Core i7, AMD Radeon HD 6490M and 500GB hard drive starting at $1,799 and one with a 2.2 GHz Quad-Core Intel Core i7, AMD Radeon HD 6750M and 750GB hard drive starting at $2,199. The new 17-inch MacBook Pro features a 2.2 GHz Quad-Core Intel Core i7, AMD Radeon HD 6750M and 750GB hard drive and is priced at $2,499. 
Configure-to-order options include faster quad-core processors up to 2.3 GHz, additional hard drive capacity up to 750GB, solid state storage up to 512GB, more memory up to 8GB DDR3, antiglare and high-resolution display options and AppleCare® Protection Plan. Additional technical specifications and configure-to-order options and accessories are available online at www.apple.com/macbookpro.

*Testing conducted by Apple in February 2011 using preproduction MacBook Pro configurations. For more information visit www.apple.com/macbookpro/features.html.
**The new Wireless Web protocol testing was conducted by Apple in February 2011 using preproduction MacBook Pro configurations. Battery life and charge cycles vary by use and settings. For more information visit www.apple.com/macbookpro/features.html.
***EPEAT is an independent organization that helps customers compare the environmental performance of notebooks and desktops. Products meeting all of the 23 required criteria and at least 75 percent of the optional criteria are recognized as EPEAT Gold products. The EPEAT program was conceived by the US EPA and is based on IEEE 1680 standard for Environmental Assessment of Personal Computer Products. For more information visit www.epeat.net.

Apple designs Macs, the best personal computers in the world, along with OS X, iLife, iWork, and professional software. Apple leads the digital music revolution with its iPods and iTunes online store. Apple is reinventing the mobile phone with its revolutionary iPhone and App Store, and has recently introduced its magical iPad which is defining the future of mobile media and computing devices.

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AutoCAD for Mac From Autodesk - Free Trial Download

Autodesk is offering a free 30-day trial download of their popular AutoCAD for Mac Software  Autodesk also offers the official training guide Mastering AutoCAD for Mac

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Which iPhone Should i Buy? - the AT&T iPhone 4, vs the Verizon iPhone 4

Courtesy of Apple

Verizon's iPhone 4, and the AT&T iPhone 4, both may be made by Apple but are quite different in some aspects. When asking “which iPhone should I buy?” potential iPhone user's have a number of things to consider.

Which Standard is Best for you?

Verizon operates on the CDMA ( Code Division Multiple Access ) standard, while AT&T uses GSM ( Global System for Mobile Communications ) In the United States, CDMA ( with Verizon in the lead ) serves the most user's, while GSM dominates in the rest of the world. So which iPhone you should choose may well depend on weather you travel a lot, or remain stateside.


The AT&T iPhone includes a SIM card which stores user data, and contacts, while the Verizon model does not. This is another issue which must be considered if you are the type who likes the convenience of easily swapping your card from phone, to phone.

The AT&T and Verizon iPhone Shuffle

According to Apple, some of the differences in the implementation of the settings, and features are make one really think before taking the plunge, and choosing one iPhone, over another. Consider the following:

• The AT&T iPhone supports up to 5 conference calls simultaneously, while the Verizon model supports only 2.
  
  
  
• To place a call on hold on the GSM model you simply tap, and hold the mute button, while CDMA networks don't offer the ability to place a call on hold.
  
  
  
• Turning on or off Call forwarding, Call waiting, and Caller ID are easy on the AT&T iPhone, just select Settings > Phone. While on Verizon one must dial *72 ( plus the forwarding # ) to turn Call forwarding on ( *73 to turn it off ) For Call waiting Verizon user's must dial *70 ( plus the # you're dialing ) as well as dial *70 each time to disable Call waiting. AND for Caller ID you must dial *67 ( plus the # you are dialing ) as well as dialing *67 each time to disable Caller ID, whew!
  
  
  
• And of course most importantly, the AT&T version of the iPhone allows you to simultaneously make phone calls and transfer data, while the Verizon model does not.
  
  
  

Can You Hear us Now?

Are you guys beginning to get the picture? If you live in one of the data-congested cities like New York, or San Francisco, or are otherwise suffering from dropped calls on the AT&T network, and you can live with the quirks above, you may want to choose the Verizon iPhone. But if not, then selecting The AT&T iPhone may be the clear choice.


Which iPhone should i buy? indeed. The features in the AT&T iPhone, vs the Verizon iPhone are enough to make one think before signing on to that two-year contract. What do you think of the differences between the two carriers and have you suffered from enough dropped calls that you might consider making the switch to Verizon? Let us know in the comments section below.

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Apple Retail Store Finder - Locations in the U.S., and Worldwide

Apple Store Pudong, China  Courtesy of Apple

Apple operates over 300 retail store locations in the U.S., and 11 countries worldwide, with more Apple Stores opening each year. If you've ever wished for an Apple Store “finder” or “locator” we have just the tool for you.

Below is the link to the Apple Retail Store Finder, which is the official page of stores where you can select your country from a dropdown list, which will then show the location of each store in your State, or Province. This is handy if you need help from Apple's Genius Bar, and want to find the store closest to you:

http://www.apple.com/retail/storelist/

Related Posts: Buy iPad 2 in 25 More Countries
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Steve Jobs at Dinner with President Barack Obama

Steve Jobs and other tech giants met at a dinner with the President discussing ways to create jobs in the tech sector.  The President was joined at the table with Jobs, to his left, and Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg, to his right, its good to see Steve active, and we hope he gets well soon:

image thanks to Flickr, and The White House

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Apple's IPad - Buy it Now, or Wait for the New Version, iPad 2? Rumors, Specs, and News

Apple is nearing the beginning of it's upgrade cycle, and release date, for the sleek new iPad 2, as with the iPhone 4, rumors and news, are swirling thick and fast about when the new Pad will be released, and what the major features will be.

The questions on the minds of most current iPad owners, as well as potential new users are: to buy now, or to wait? So what seems to be the consensus about the Specs on the iPad 2?:

• Faster processor - Apple's fast A4 Chip seems all but certain to get an upgrade, and some sources are suggesting the possibility of a duel-core chip, on some models.

• Better Display - The screen on the current iPad is plenty sharp, but there's always room for improvement, and with Apple making bulk purchases of iPad component's we could see even higher screen resolution in next-gen devices.

• More RAM – This is almost a given, considering how far memory prices have dropped over the last few years. Increasing the amount of memory would make for a far snappier iPad 2, without a bump in price.

• Advanced GPU – With the advent of Game Center on iPad, with the release of iOS 4.2, now would be a great time to improve the Graphics chip for better gaming performance across the board.

With these possible advances, the new iPad looks to be a compelling product upgrade for current owners of the device. However to answer the “buy now, or wait?” question brings on this answer: if you need and iPad RIGHT-NOW, by all means get it. But if you can wait just a bit more, you may end up getting much more of a Tablet for your money, and the current Pad may even receive a price reduction.

MacToTheFuture Verdict: If you need it, BUY NOW, but if you can, WAIT for the new iPad 2

What do you think? do you plan on buying the iPad 2? leave a response in the comments.

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Apple Digital Camera RAW Compatibility Update 3.6 Download for Aperture 3, and iPhoto '11

This update adds RAW image compatibility in Aperture 3, and iPhoto '11 The new update provides support for the following cameras:

• Canon EOS Rebel T3 / 1100D / Kiss X50
• Canon EOS Rebel T3i / 600D / Kiss X5
• Olympus E-5
• Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ100
• Pentax K-r
• Pentax K-5

Download the 3.6 update Here

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How To: Jailbreak iPhone 4 Tutorial and Voice Activator for Jailbroken Apple iPhones

So you took the plunge to jailbreak you shiny new iPhone and wanna teach it some cool new tricks?  With Voice Activator (which also works on the iPod Touch) you can start apps, surf websites, and perform Activator actions, - You can even make it talk to you!

Voice Activator is available from the developers Website

Related Posts: Verizon iPhone 4 Mobile Hotspot: How to Setup & Speed Test
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FlightTrack – Live Flight Status Tracker for iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch

FlightTrack is a beautiful app for iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch which allows you to get real-time display of scheduled, estimated, and actual times for gate departure, takeoff, landing, and gate arrival as well as check for flight delays.  Flights can be tracked worldwide, and you can also receive cancellation information.

Looking for a great seat? FlightTrack includes SeatGuru map integration to let you find the best seats on your flight. FlightTrack is $4.99 at the Apple App Store and is without question a worthy download. get it now, and don't miss your next flight!  Do you think FlightTrack is a useful App? Would you upgrade to the Pro version? Please let us know in the comments section below.

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NBA JAM by EA SPORTS iPhone & iPod Touch video

This looks like a fun game. It is amazing at what they can program for these small devices nowadays.

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Shop and Receive Cash Back at the Apple Store - Online Rebates, Promo Codes, and Coupons at over 1,200 Stores

Shopping for a new Mac, iPod, or Ipad? Or perhaps you're interested in the new Verizon iPhone? Why shop the old-fashioned way when you can get cash back with every purchase?

If you're planning on buying any new gear from the Apple Store, Apple Small Business, or Apple Canada you're in luck, we've found a new site that offers FREE membership and Cash back at over 1,200 stores.

Signup is simple and free: the site is Here and after joining simply click the “Select a Store” button, and scroll down until you find the Apple Store link (or any of the over 1,200 stores listed) click, and begin shopping! Its that easy.

In these tough economic times it pays to save, and every little bit helps. Oh and you're not limited to just the Apple Store, many brand name stores are listed such as: Nordstrom, Target, Wal-Mart, Macy's, Cabela's, Designer Shoe Warehouse, Dell, HP and more. And did we say it was FREE? Click HERE to join

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Mac Mini Upgrade - How to Replace the RAM in the Apple Mac Mini

The Mac Mini is an amazing computer, and you can make it even better with the installation of more Memory. installing more RAM will allow your computer to multi-task better and will result in a snappier system overall. here is a short video tutorial which is easy, and quick. While this video shows the Server version of the Mini, this will also work on the Regular Mac Mini:

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Free Songs on the Apple iTunes Store - How to get Free Music, TV Shows, and Movies

Free Music on iTunes?

 

if you're new to online music you may not know that Apple offers FREE music downloads on its store. This is great if you're just starting out on iTunes and want to get a taste before you start spending your hard-earned money on downloads.

To find the freebies you will need the latest version of iTunes for Windows, or Mac, and a broadband internet connection. To start:

1. Download and install iTunes.
   
   
2. Create an Apple ID and sign in to the music store.
   
   
3. Scroll to the bottom to the “Free on iTunes” section
   
   
4. Select your free stuff

If you've noticed not only are there free songs listed, but also a nice selection of free TV shows, and even Movies, all at no cost to you. Also every Tuesday Apple offers a “Single of the Week” which spotlights a new song, or artist that you may enjoy, this is yet another reason the iTunes Music Store is the best place to find new music to play on your iMac, iPad, iPhone, Apple TV, or iPod Touch

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Best iPhone 4 Cases Reviews, for Verizon and AT&T - OtterBox, Mophie, and More

In case you're one of the millions from Texas to California that bought an iPhone 4, one thing you may not have thought about is the need to protect your investment with a high-quality, durable case.  With hundreds of choices, it can be a daunting task to choose from a bewildering selection of protective cases. Here at MacToTheFuture we've cut through all the noise and selected the best:
OtterBox Defender Case for iPhone 4 (White/Pink)[Retail Packaging](Fits AT&T iPhone)
Mophie Juice Pack Plus Rechargeable Battery and Case for iPhone4 (Black)
splash CRUISER Slim-Fit PolyCarbonate Slider Case for iPhone 4 4G AT&T and Verizon (BLACK)

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How to Setup Verizon iPhone 4 Mobile Wireless Hotspots: Review & Speed Test

Verizon and Apple have just released the new  iPhone 4 and a full line of  Verizon iPhone Accessories.  And for those users who were wondering about the new Hotspot, here's a quick video on how to setup this feature, and details on connecting using Bluetooth, and USB, This works best with a MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, or an iMac:

And for those user's looking for info on how to add further functionality, please see the post: 

How To: Jailbreak iPhone 4 Tutorial

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Echofon - Twitter App for iPad, iPhone, Facebook, Firefox and the Mac

Echofon, a full-featured Twitter app is now available for multiple systems as a free download.  Echofon automatically keeps your unread tweets in sync between your Mac, iPhone, and iPad.

Quickly view Photos, Videos, and links, and recieve notifications of mentions, and messages - you can even put it to sleep. Echofon is for Firefox 3.0 or later, Mac OS X 10.5 or later, and for Facebook users in the App store. Download Echofon Here

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Pangea Payroll 1.02 for the Mac - a Free Payroll Tax Calculator

Do you run a small business that needs to calculate payroll taxes for your employees? Are you tired of paying ridiculous amounts of money to buy tax table subscriptions every year? Well, then download the free "Pangea Payroll" application!


 This is a very simple application That works on any Mac, which lets you track payroll data for your employees. It calculates the federal taxes to deduct from the wages and keeps track of each payment you enter. Pangea Payroll is nothing fancy, but it does the job for those of us who have very simple employee bookeeping to do. This application started as an in-house tool (which we still use to this day for all of our payroll tracking), but we wanted to share it with the world, so here ya go!

The download includes the Pangea Payroll application, documentation, a sample Employee file, and the entire Xcode source project. The application requires Mac OS X.3.9 or higher.   Download Pangea Payroll 1.02 HERE  And for your home and business taxes don't forget TurboTax Home and Business

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FileMaker Pro 11 Free Trial Download

Database management for Windows, Mac, and the web

FileMaker Pro 11 is a powerful, easy-to-use database software that helps you and your team get any task done faster. Millions of people in business, government, and education use FileMaker Pro to effortlessly manage all their information on Windows, Mac, and the web.

Did you know FileMaker Pro 11 offers 30-day trials in multiple languages? including: French, German, Italian, Japanese, Czech, Spanish, Dutch, Swedish, Turkish, and Polish.  Download your free trial today:
Download FileMaker Pro 11 free trial

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