A very well written and superbly illustrated book that explains the internal workings of Snow Leopard, covering all the things that a new user should learn from A to Z. If you are looking for a really good book to have on hand or to give as a gift to someone, consider Ms. Williams and Mr. Tollett’s Mac OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard book. Read full review here.
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.
Mac OS X Snow Leopard for Dummies – Review
When they first began publishing the "Dummy" books, a lot of folks took the titles to be demeaning or designed to make fun of those who bought and read the books. Time has passed and there are simply dozens of titles appearing each year covering every topic imaginable. The Mac series of Dummy books goes back to the OS 7 time period and continues to this day. Amongst those leading the way in writing Mac Dummy books has been Bob "Dr. Mac" LeVitus.
Update to Snow Leopard
I had picked up my copy of Snow Leopard yesterday afternoon from the Apple Store closest to me. The store was really busy and
Read MoreCase Logic 16″ Full-Size Security Friendly Laptop Case CLCS-116
Are you a frequent flyer who’s tired of having to take your laptop out of your case and separate it by placing it in another bin when going through airport security? Then check out Russ’s assessment of Case Logic’s Security-Friendly Laptop case.
Scanning Negatives and Slides – Digitizing Your Photographic Archive – Review
Considering scanning all those old family photos, negatives and slides that have accumulated for what seems like centuries? Russ takes a look at Sascha Steinhoff’s book, Scanning Negatives and Slides – Digitizing Your Photographic Archive. Is it what you need to get going?
New Macs at the Apple Store
As I had posted on John’s post from yesterday, the Apple Store was done at 0800 am Eastern this morning. Now the “NEW” iMacs,
Read MoreVerbatim Bluetooth Wireless Notebook Laser Mouse – Review
Think that Verbatim just produces media for storage and recording? Well, think again as Russ reviews Verbatim’s Bluetooth Wireless Notebook Laser Mouse.
PED3 Auto Car Mount for iPhone – Review
Looking for another option for mounting your iPhone in your car or truck? Check out Russ’s review of Thought Out’s PED3 – Auto for iPhone.
Review – mStand
Using your MacBook or MacBook Pro and getting tired because it’s sitting on your desk and it just doesn’t feel right? Check out Rain Design’s mStand for laptops with Russ….
OtterBox Impact for iPhone 3G – Review
OtterBox just recently announced their latest product for iPhone 3G users, the iPhone 3G Impact case. This time both Russ and Alan have taken a look and give you their take on the new case.
Griffin WindowSeat for iPhone 3G – Review
I’ve been looking at and reviewing cases for the iPhone 3G but there is also the need for an accessory for your iPhone that a lot of folks tend to overlook. If you spend a lot of time on the road in your car, either traveling to and from work, or just traveling, gas prices permitting, then you really need to consider looking at a mount for your iPhone.
Griffin iClear with Armband for iPhone 3G – Review
With all of the cases that have appeared for the iPhone 3G, there are always special cases designed to fill a specific niche for certain users. Griffin Technology’s iClear case for the iPhone 3G fills a specific spot for the active user who wants to take their iPhone along with them whenever they are on the go. Whether you are into running, bicycling or walking, then you need to check out the iClear case.
Two ifrogz iPhone Cases – Review
MyMac Editor Russ Walkowich takes a look at two ifrogz iPhone cases, the Luxe Red/Black Case and the Treadz Case.
Sidewinder Deluxe for iPhone 3G – Review
If you’ve just purchased a new iPhone 3G and you’re considering a case, you may just want to wander on over to Mareware’s website and take a look at the new Sidewinder Deluxe for the iPhone 3G.
OtterBox Defender for iPhone 3G – Review
There are literally scores of cases for the iPhone 3G out there in the market place. Leather, hard plastic, soft plastic, designed to slip in a pocket or clip on to your belt. They all offer some form of protection for your iPhone 3G. However, if you are really looking to provide some real protection, based upon the environment you use your iPhone in or just the way you interact with your iPhone, then you really do need to check out OtterBox’s Defender series for the iPhone 3G.
Marware C.E.O. FlipVue for iPhone 3G – Review
Russ reviews the new iPhone FlipVue case. Marware has more than one iPhone case up its sleeve. Marware’s C.E.O. FlipVue is a another well designed leather case for your iPhone 3G that you might want to consider taking a look at for daily use. Marware had already produced a version for the original iPhone that was previously reviewed by David Weeks and since the arrival of the iPhone 3G, a newer model appeared on the scene.
Marware C.E.O. Sleeve for iPhone 3G – Review
When you first get your new iPhone, you want it as is; up close and personal so that you can savor the newness of it. However, within a few days you want to give it some protection because you’re afraid that it will drop out of your shirt or coat pocket. The other end of that is that the sleekness of the iPhone at times makes you feel as though you’re gonna drop it because you’re not really paying attention to it.
BudFits – Review
I know that there are a lot of iPod users out there that still use the earbuds that came with their iPod either because they just like the earbuds or they haven’t found anything better to use. For those of you still using Apple’s earbuds and are into physical fitness, then mosey on over to the InnoVelis website and check out BudFits.
MacAlly TriHub 4 Port and 7 Port Hi-Speed USB 2.0 Hubs – Review
If you are looking for a light weight, dependable, powered USB hub, then check out MacAlly’s TriHub 4 Port and 7 Port USB 2.0 hubs. Designed to be mobile for those on the go, MacAlly’s TriHub USB hubs fit the bill exactly right.
SlimBlade Bluetooth Presenter Mouse – Review
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.