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 The Macintosh represents more than a computing platform among the tech-savvy, for many it's a way of life. Inside Mac brings the voice of experience to the people who live the Macintosh digital lifestyle. The show is currently syndicated every week across the country and around the world on terrestrial broadcast radio stations, Podcast, Audible, Macworld Magazine CD and streaming live on broadband web radio. Anchor Scott Sheppard and correspondents Desmond Crisis and Laura Burstein cover the latest tech stories with the Mac user in mind. Senior Mac Technologist Sam Levin keeps listeners updated on the latest products, and news correspondent Ken Ray brings it all into perspective with a regular roundup of the week's news headlines. Inside Mac is one of the most unique tech shows on broadcast radio today. 
The Inside Mac Show - April 16th, 2005
LIVE 1-3pm Pacific - Call Us At 800-490-0058Listen to the show LIVE on AM 1220 KNTS in the San Francisco Bay Area or on the web at http://www.universaltalknetwork.com/listen.htmThis Weeks Guests - Hour 1Wiley Hodges - Apple Senior Product Line Manager For Core OS
Wiley Hodges is Apple's Senior Product Line Manager for Core OS and Developer Tools. A Mac user since 1987, his first Mac programming experience was writing HyperCard XCMDs in Pascal in the late 80s, which put him on a path that led eventually to UNIX and object- oriented programming. Throughout his professional career he has stayed close to development as well as open source technologies, working at technology companies including NeXT Software, Sendmail, Inc., and Apple Computer, Inc. Apple to Ship Mac OS X "Tiger" on April 29More Than 200 New Features & Innovations
Apple announced that Mac OS X version 10.4 "Tiger" will go on sale Friday, April 29, beginning at 6:00 p.m. during special events at Apple's retail stores and Apple Authorized Resellers. Tiger has more than 200 new features and innovations including Spotlight, a revolutionary desktop search technology that lets users instantly find anything stored on their Mac, including documents, emails, contacts and images; and Dashboard, a new way to instantly access important information like weather forecasts and stock quotes, using a dazzling new class of applications called widgets. "Mac OS X Tiger is the most innovative and secure desktop operating system ever created," said Steve Jobs, Apple's CEO. "Tiger's groundbreaking new features like Spotlight and Dashboard will change the way people use their computers, and drive our competitors nuts trying to copy them." Spotlight is Apple's new lightning fast way for users to find virtually anything stored on their Mac. Much like users can instantly find songs in iTunes by name, artist or album, Spotlight searches the contents inside documents and information about those documents, or metadata, to find just about anything--emails, contacts, appointments, images, PDFs, and almost any type of document, including Microsoft Office documents--then automatically organizes and instantly displays the results. Because Spotlight technology is built right into the core of the operating system, it automatically updates results instantly whenever files change and enables developers to incorporate Spotlight technology into their applications. Apple has incorporated Spotlight search technology into several Tiger applications including Mail, Address Book, Finder and System Preferences, and several third party developers are expected to introduce applications with Spotlight search technology in the coming months.
Dashboard is a new world of beautiful accessory applications called widgets that appear instantly to give users immediate access to information like stock quotes, weather forecasts, airline flight tracking, unit of measure, currency conversions and a phone book. With a single click a user's favorite Dashboard widgets instantly appear with up to the second information; with another click they're instantly gone and the user is right back to where they left off. Tiger ships with 14 widgets, and because Dashboard is based on standard web technologies such as HTML and JavaScript, it's easy for third party developers to create new widgets that users can easily add to their Dashboards. iChat in Tiger supports the stunning new H.264 video codec for dramatically better picture quality over the same Internet bandwidth. Users can now create audio conferences with up to 10 people and video conferences with up to four people in a 3D virtual conference room, just as if they were all seated together at a table*. In addition, contacts on a Buddy List can now see which iTunes song a user is playing and view it in the iTunes Music Store with just one click. The new Automator workflow application lets users easily automate repetitive tasks without complex programming. Users simply select from a library of more than a hundred customizable actions and drag and drop them to create an automated workflow, specifically tailored to suit their requirements. Once created, workflows can be saved and even shared with friends and colleagues. A full featured RSS reader is built into Safari to provide instant access to the most current information from leading news organizations, community web sites and even personal weblogs (blogs) directly from the browser. Multiple RSS feeds can be merged into one easy-to-read interface to create a user's own personal news clipping service.
Other new features in Tiger include:
New core technologies and tools in Tiger make it easy for developers to create the next generation of innovative applications, including:
Pricing & AvailabilityMac OS X version 10.4 "Tiger" will be available on April 29 beginning at 6:00 p.m. at Apple's retail stores and through Apple Authorized Resellers for a suggested retail price of $129 for a single user license. Visitors to the Apple Store can pre-order copies of Tiger beginning today. The Mac OS X Tiger Family Pack is a single-residence, five-user license that will be available for a suggested retail price of $199. Volume and maintenance pricing is available from Apple. The standard Mac OS Up-To-Date upgrade package is available to all customers who purchase a qualifying new Mac system from Apple or an Apple Authorized Reseller on or after April 12 for a shipping and handling fee of $9.95. Tiger requires a minimum of 256MB of memory and is designed to run on any Macintosh computer with a PowerPC G5, G4, or G3 processor and built-in FireWire. http://www.apple.com/macosx/This Weeks Guests - Hour 2Antony Livoti - Vice President - Pro Tools Videos.com
Antony Livoti was born in Long Island, NY in 1969 and has devoted his life to Music and Technology. Starting at a young age, Antony discovered his love for music and began playing any instrument he could get his hands on. From Guitar to Bass, Drums and Keyboards, Antony plays them all and enjoys performing professionally when he can. During his musical technological journey, he has seen and used it all. From the 4 track Portastudio to the birth of the Apple personal computer, Antony has followed and studied music technology throughout its course in history and has witnessed it's impact on the art of making music. In 1999 Antony was employed by retail giant Sweetwater, and held the prestigious position of Lead Pro Tools Tech for over 5 years, helping thousands of Pro Tools users install, configure and operate their systems. Today, Antony is part owner of the premiere audio software training company Groovebox Corp, which focuses on helping all users of Pro Audio software, via online training and interactive CD-ROM's. It is his goal in life to make using music technology simple and straight forward, while being able to be as creative as one can. It is his hope to make the world a better place through great music and even greater technology.
We're Not Like The Others...Our Pro Tools training lessons are not like other video training material you may have come across before. Our Pro Tools training videos are shot on versions 6.4 and 6.7 of Pro Tools and don't fatigue you with lots of filler information. They are "to the point" and broken into small digestible segments, so it's easy to understand and retain the information you've learned. Watch actual videos now to experience how you could be learning. Feel confident in our information as we are Digidesign Development Partners. Our dedication to quality and customer support have made us the leader for Pro Tools training online or on CD. Read some of the customer quotes we have received! What makes us different...Protoolsvideos.com was developed by longtime Pro Tools supporters Antony Livoti and Asa Doyle in direct response to the questions, requests and needs of Pro Tools users. Antony and Asa have spent years training and supporting the Pro Tools community, and in the process saw the need for a new and clearer approach to Pro Tools training. The result has provided Pro Tools users with the information they need instantly, without having to spend thousands of dollars, or attend a school. Why it works so well...Our online training servers are highly optimized for viewing videos, which ensures a pleasant and efficient learning experience. Our tutorial lessons are organized in both Courses and Categories and feature an easy to use "Video Finder" to locate just one video or a group of videos. Our Interactive Training CD's feature an easy to use "Master Command" control panel for play, stop, rewind and fast forward functions, with a simple "quick navigation" menu to find the Pro Tools training lesson you want. Start today and you will learn to use Pro Tools like the Pro's! About protoolsvideos.com ...protoolsvideos.com was established in 2004 to meet the growing needs of the Pro Tools community. With the help of our parent company, Groovebox Corp., we have established ourselves as leaders in Pro Tools training and support. We are the only company that offers Pro Tools training online and bi-monthly updates to our customers. We produce and manage all of our content and focus whole-heartedly on customer needs, requirements and satisfaction. http://www.protoolsvideos.comGwyn Weisberg - Product Manager - Adobe Photoshop CS 2
Gwyn Weisberg joined Adobe in 2001 and is currently the product manager for Adobe Photoshop CS. Prior to joining Adobe, Weisberg was at Club Photo, a photo sharing service, where she managed the company's external corporate identity initiatives, including Web site development and the core Web design team. Weisberg also spent 7 years at Intel, as a project manager for the corporate Web site. She was responsible for developing such areas as the Intel annual report and the companion site for One Digital Day a book sponsored by Intel for its 30th Anniversary. This photojournalistic book captured how the microprocessor changed our world and was featured on the cover of Fortune. Adobe Pushes the Boundaries With Photoshop CS2New Vanishing Point Feature, Dramatic Camera Raw Workflow Enhancements, Customizable Menus and Smart Objects Headline Milestone Photoshop Upgrade
Adobe Systems Incorporated announced Adobe Photoshop CS2, a major upgrade to the professional industry standard for digital image editing and creation. Available as a stand-alone software application or as a key component of Adobe Creative Suite 2, also announced, Photoshop CS2 software brings a new level of power, precision and control to the digital photography experience and to the overall creative process.
"Photoshop CS2 pushes the envelope with powerful features and simplified workflows that provide photographers and creative professionals the freedom to deliver stunning images," said Bryan Lamkin, senior vice president of Digital Imaging and Digital Video Products at Adobe. "In light of the four million digital SLRs expected to ship this year, more photographers than ever will be making Photoshop CS2 their digital darkroom of choice." Advanced Tools for Digital Photographers, Graphics and Video Professionals
Photoshop CS2 integrates a new set of intuitive tools, including an enhanced Spot Healing Brush, for handling common photographic problems such as blemishes, red-eye, noise, blurring and lens distortion. Smart Objects allow users to scale and transform images and vector illustrations without losing image quality -- as well as create linked duplicates of embedded graphics -- so that a single edit updates across multiple iterations. Responding to requests from film, broadcast and video professionals, Photoshop CS2 now allows non-destructive editing and the creation and editing of 32-Bit High Dynamic Range (HDR) images, ideal for 3D rendering and advanced compositing. FireWire Previews can also be viewed on a television monitor through a new direct export feature.
Photoshop CS2 users will test the limits of creativity with new tools like Vanishing Point and Image Warping. Vanishing Point cuts tedious graphic and photo retouching tasks by allowing users to clone, paint and transform mage objects while retaining visual perspective. Reinventing workflows such as product packaging development, Image Warping makes it easy to fold, stretch, pull, twist and wrap an image into shape by selecting an on-demand preset or dragging custom control points. Adobe Bridge and New Camera Raw Features Speed Imaging Workflows
With Photoshop CS2 software, finding and working with digital photos and images has never been easier. The popular File Browser has been upgraded to Adobe Bridge, which functions as a hub for productivity, imagery and creativity, providing multi-view file browsing and smooth cross-product integration across Adobe Creative Suite 2 software. Adobe Bridge also provides access to Adobe Stock Photos, a new stock photography service that offers users one-stop shopping -- across five elite stock image providers -- to deliver high-quality, royalty-free images for layout and design (see separate press release). The new Camera Raw 3.0 workflow allows settings for multiple raw files to be simultaneously modified. In addition batch processing of raw files, to JPEG, TIFF, DNG or PSD formats, can now be done in the background without launching the main Photoshop executable. Integrated, non-destructive cropping and straightening controls allow raw files to be easily prepared for final output.
Simplifying Photoshop's rich interface, task-based menu presets make it easier to find the features needed for specific work. Users can create their own custom presets, highlighting favorite items and now have the ability to define eventbased scripts and time-saving operations that execute automatically when triggered by actions, such as saving or printing a file. Multiple Layer Controls speeds editing, enabling the simultaneous selection and manipulation of numerous layers within a file. Pricing and AvailabilityAdobe Photoshop CS2 for Mac OS X version 10.2.8 through 10.3.8 will begin shipping in May to customers in the United States and Canada, and will be available through Adobe Authorized Resellers and the Adobe Store. International versions are expected to begin shipping in late May and early June. Adobe Photoshop CS2 will be available for an estimated street price of US$599 and licensed users of any previous version of Photoshop can upgrade for US$149. For more detailed information about new features, upgrade policies and pricing, please visit: www.adobe.com/photoshop. Adobe Photoshop CS2 is also available as part of Adobe Creative Suite 2. http://www.adobe.com/photoshop/Cool Mac Pick's - Sam Levin - April 16th - 2005NYKO iBOOST and iBOOST MINI
Compact Battery Pack Suitable for Popular iPods with Dock Connectors and iPod Minis Power iPod users celebrate. Extra strength clip on battery pack built to last and offered in two lovely models. The iBoost contains high quality lithium-ion battery cells and weighs a slight 1.7 ounces, adding function and performance without excess weight. Matching iPod's distinguishing white color, the iBoost quickly charges up iPods with dock connectors; both units can be charged with the standard iPod AC adapter, USB and FireWire port or car charger. An additional charging option is available through the unit's convenient compatibility with the 20GB and 40GB iPod Dock. The ultra-slim and stylized iBoost Mini functions exactly the same way as the iBoost, but weighs even less at 1.5 oz, adds 10 additional hours of battery time and is a matte silver color complimenting the iPod mini decor.
http://www.nyko.com - 888.444.6956 NYKO iTOP
iTop Relocates Playback Controls to the Top of the iPod for On-the-Go Use How many times do you carry your iPod in your pocket and need easy access to the controls? Enter iTop. The iTop is a lightweight, slim adapter that attaches to the iPod, and relocates standard controls from the face of the unit to the top - perfect for iPod users who want easy access to their music. On Nyko's iTop, the standard play, fast-forward, rewind and volume control functions are stylish jeweled buttons that allow users to control their favorite music without exposing the screen or removing the unit from their pocket or handbag. Each button has tactile definition so that an iPod owner can recognize the controls by touch. The iTop is designed for 10GB, 15GB, 20GB, 30GB and 40GB classic iPods. Nyko's innovative accessory is white and metal, matching the White iPod.
Nyko's iTop for the iPod available at all major retailers. NYKO SPEAKER DOCK FOR iPOD: CONVENIENT CHARGING UNIT AND LISTENING STATION
Compact Cradle Fits on Nightstand, Desk or Counter, Re-Charges Unit While Speakers Deliver Stereo Sound Talk about a cool stand for one's iPod! Just wish it [also] supported the iPod Shuffle.. New Speaker Dock charging cradle lets users listen to their favorite tunes in crisp, clear stereo while charging up their unit for on-the-go use. Nyko's new Speaker Dock has a compact, 4-inch diameter footprint, allowing the unit to fit easily on a coffee table, nightstand, bathroom or kitchen counter, or next to your Desktop or Laptop PC. The modern and sleek unit features a stylish round base with built-in speakers and a slim docking port where the iPod is stationed. The Speaker Dock is made of high quality materials and matches the popular aesthetic of the iPod. Nyko's new Speaker Dock makes transferring music files simple by connecting it to an iPod dock connector cable. You can move songs, charge your unit and listen to music at the same time. Nyko's Speaker Dock unit will work with iPod's FireWire Cable, USB cable and AC adapter. Plug into the wall or your PC. The new Nyko product is compatible with all classic iPods with dock connector, and the iPod Mini.
Nyko's Speaker Dock for the iPod available at all major retailers. The Inside Mac Radio StaffScott Sheppard - Executive Producer / Anchor
Scott Sheppard is the founder and editor of the VERY popular Macintosh Web Site, http://www.OSXFAQ.com/. He is the Executive Producer/Anchor of the nationally syndicated broadcast radio show "Inside Mac" and a Contributing Editor for Macworld UK. Scott has been using Apple computers for more than 25 years, as well as spending many years as a Wintel user, giving him the unique perspective of having spent a lot of time on both sides of the computer fence. Scott Sheppard previously hosted the Inside Mac Show broadcast by CNET radio. Desmond Crisis - Correspondent
If you look in the Cyberpunk Handbook, you'll find Desmond Crisis. Having founded the Otaku Patrol Group in 1993 he quickly found his way to the front lines of emerging technologies. One of the pioneers of technology television, Desmond was the anchor of CNET Television's "Cool Tech" and correspondent to "CNET Central", "The New Edge", and "The Web" seen on USA Network, Sci-Fi Channel and international stations. He has also hosted the "The Desmond Crisis Program" a daily call-in talk show on the CNET Radio Network, including terrestrial AM stations coast-to-coast and one of XM Satellite Radio's launch channels. Before he got his press badge, Desmond was a game developer and part of the team that produced several titles including "Zero Tolerance", the first 3D behind-the-gun shooter which was also the first multi-console networked game for the Sega Genesis. When not broadcasting, Desmond volunteers his time and skills to various homeland security agencies. He is an avid communications enthusiast holding both a General Mobile Radio Service license as well as the amateur radio callsign KC6VHG Desmond Crisis has been called "the cult leader of the cyberpunks" Laura Burstein - Correspondent
Laura Burstein is a Silicon Valley native with more than a decade of combined experience in broadcasting, writing, and new media. Laura graduated with a degree in journalism from San Jose State University. Before and during college, Laura worked at local radio and television stations around the Bay Area. Laura was a Web Producer at ZDTV (later TechTV) in early 2000. Eventually, Laura appeared on-air as an Interact Host on the network's daily news show, Tech Live and occasionally filled in as co-host of Call for Help. Laura also co-wrote Leo Laporte,s 2003 Technology Almanac, which sold more than 50,000 copies worldwide. Today, Laura,s love of tech can only be rivaled by her love of food. Ken Ray - Correspondent
Ken Ray has worked both sides of the radio mic for over ten years. He has written and produced comedy bits for an alternative station in Boston, anchored two and half hours of news daily on TechTV Radio, was morning drive personality on an FM country station in the middle of nowhere, was operations director for an AM in Boston, was operations director for an AM in San Francisco, and has logged countless hours in production studios, tearing out everything from down and dirty :30 spots that need to hit the air yesterday to agency spots to long-form infomercials and even longer-form CD projects. Writing news, spots, promos and interstitials also fits somewhere in his repertoire. And he runs a mean radio board for in studio as well as remote broadcasts. Outside of radio, Ken wrote for the magazine Global Technology Business. He also makes a darn good bread pudding. Sam Levin - Senior Mac Technologist
Sam Levin Co-Founded the Stanford Mac Users' Group in 1985, and has worked with leading Macintosh developers on business development, licensing, and strategic market development. Sam Directed licensing and business development initiatives for leading companies such as Axio, Virgin Interactive, Broderbund, Chronos, Mattel, Connectix, IBM Multimedia, IXLA, iSkin, Jiiva, Keyspan, Microsoft, MYOB, MacMice, Fathom Pictures, LandWare, Nova Development, Totally Hip Software, Y-E Data and more. Sam has been using Macs for 20 years, as well as tied into the world of handheld and digital imaging, providing him a special angle on personal computing and consumer electronics. Greg Douglas - Director of Network Operations
Gregory Douglas has fifteen years of experience in the radio, television and computer- related areas. He was the Director of Network Operations for Personal Achievement Radio, which included responsibilities for the production, operation and distribution of the "PAR" format. As the primary individual in charge of the on-air sound for "PAR", Mr. Douglas interacted with the motivational authors, Nightingale-Conant, ABC Radio Networks, PAR O & O's and affiliates and the broadcast talent. He pioneered the transition to digital for the flagship PAR studios. In addition, Mr. Douglas was M.I.S. Manager for Douglas Broadcasting Inc. where he was responsible for the traffic and business computer functions as well as the computer networking of DBI/PAR radio outlets. Previously, he was the General Manager of DBI's Seattle operation and Station Manager at WBPS-AM in Boston. Also, Mr. Douglas has been involved in almost all areas of broadcasting, including traffic, business, engineering, production and sales. For more information contact:
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