Folio MSRP: $39.99 (Cost: $24)
Learn More: http://vendor.hammerheadcase.com/pricelists/SS_folio_dealer.pdf
Leather Folio MSRP: $59.99 (Cost: $33)
Learn More:http://vendor.hammerheadcase.com/pricelists/SS_lfolio_dealer.pdf
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Lion is Here!
On Wednesday, Apple released the highly anticipated Mac OS X 10.7 Lion via the Mac App Store. The eighth major release of OS X, Lion marks the first version of the world’s most advanced operating system available exclusively through the Mac App Store. Bypassing the traditional CD/DVD format of past releases, Mac OS X Lion is a significant step forward both in terms of its new features and in how operating systems are acquired and installed.
Introducing over 250 new features, Lion is an enticing upgrade–especially given its very affordable $29.99 price point. The scale of Wednesday’s release is in line with the shift from Mac OS X 10.4 Tiger to Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard in the fall of 2007. While Mac OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard acted as a bridge between Leopard and Lion, it was more of a refinement of the features already introduced in 10.5. Given this, Mac users have been waiting patiently for nearly four years for an upgrade of Lion’s scale, and thankfully it doesn’t disappoint.
Lion includes many groundbreaking new features including: enhanced Multi-Touch gestures, support for full screen apps, Mission Control, Launchpad, the Mac App Store and a completely redesigned version of Mail. As mentioned during keynotes and media events throughout its development, many of these new features are directly inspired by, or even copies of, features of Apple’s iOS mobile operating system. Due to this amalgamation, Lion has been toted as a synthesis of the best aspects of Mac OS X and iOS.
Almost as amazing as its new features is the way Lion is acquired and installed. No longer is a trip to the store to purchase a boxed version of the OS required. Users running Mac OS X 10.6.8 with compatible Intel Macs can download Lion from the convenience of their homes and offices through the Mac App Store. What many are already referring to as the simplest install of OS X ever, Lion can be installed and configured with just a few clicks. Phil Schiller, Apple’s senior vice president of Worldwide Product Marketing contributed the following on Lion’s release and the ease of its install:
bq. “Lion is the best version of OS X yet, and we’re thrilled that users around the world can download it starting today. Lion makes upgrading a Mac easier than ever before; just launch the Mac App Store, buy Lion with your iTunes account, and the download and install process will begin automatically.”
Supplementing the aforementioned features, Lion includes a series of refinements which look to radically change the way OS X is experienced and used. Among these Resume, Auto Save and Versions effectively eliminate the need to save files as they automatically preserve your Mac’s state prior to a restart or shutdown, continuously save your documents in the background and even keep a running history your of files as you work. Lion also introduces AirDrop, which revolutionizes file transfers to nearby Macs, making Sneakernet flash drive exchanges a thing of the past.
Mac OS X 10.7 Lion is now available on the Mac App Store, and retails for $29.99. To ensure your Mac is compatible and ready to upgrade, click “*here.*”:http://blog.smalldog.com/article/get-ready-for-lion/
To purchase Lion, click “*here.*”:http://click.linksynergy.com/fs-bin/stat?id=19XpSnZWhPI&offerid=146261&type=3&subid=0&tmpid=1826&RD_PARM1=http%3A%2F%2Fitunes.apple.com%2Fus%2Fapp%2Fos-x-lion%2Fid444303913%3Fmt%3D12%2526uo%253D6%2526partnerId%253D30 (opens the Mac App Store)
*System Requirements:*
* Intel-based Mac with a Core 2 Duo, i3, 15, i7 or Xeon processor
* Mac OS X 10.6.8 Snow Leopard
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Hammerhead Folio and Leather Folio for iPad 2
* Folio offers a sleek yet durable water-resistant polyurethane exterior with soft, scratch-resistant interior
* Leather Folio is made of genuine, high quality leather with the same soft, scratch-resistant interior
* Automatically wakes and sleeps iPad 2 display when opened and closed
* Cutouts offer easy access to all ports, switches and camera
* Versatile design provides optimal angles for typing, reading and viewing
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_Dear Friends,_
Heat wave! The dog days of summer are here. Even though most of the country is sweltering in the heat, here in the Green Mountains, the days are sunny and warm and the breeze on Prickly Mountain keeps the mosquitos (mostly) at bay and the nights cool.
My blueberry bushes are loaded with tasty berries and we are working hard to beat the Blue Jays to them. I used to cover them with nets, but since the bushes are so loaded, I figure I can share some this year with the loud birds in my yard.
Apple released incredible financial results, a new operating system and some awesome new hardware, including new MacBook Airs. I can’t wait to get my new souped up MacBook Air with a Thunderbolt display. Apple also discontinued the venerable white MacBook and all of their boxed software, too, marking a paradigm shift for software sales. Ben and Kali will run down the new releases from Apple and I’ll talk about another great quarter for Apple later in Kibbles & Bytes.
I am sad to announce that Ben Bonaccio will be leaving Small Dog Electronics and Kibbles & Bytes. I am happy to learn that he found a great new job that is much closer to home–he trades an hour long drive for a five minute bike ride. We wish Ben the very best in his new position.
I am also very pleased to announce that Stephanie Reich will be joining the Marketing Department and will be a regular contributor to Kibbles & Bytes. Stephanie has been working part time with Small Dog for some time and we are very fortunate to have convinced her to join us full time!
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Hi, Apple Specialists!
It’s Ted Moorman, your new Hammerhead salesperson! I am so happy to be a part of this exciting new brand. We are thrilled to announce the availability of the Hammerhead Folio iPad 2 cases.
We have four colors available in PU Leather: Black and Red are available now; White and Bronze are coming soon. We also have the genuine leather version of the Folio case available now. All of these Folio cases include the cover/sleep function, an elastic hand strap for one-handed use and attractive Hammerhead packaging.
Give me a call or drop me an email at
-Ted
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Apple Releases MacBook Air
Alongside the release of Mac OS X 10.7 Lion, Apple has debuted the next generation of MacBook Air, bringing an array of state-of-the-art…
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New Apple Display with Thunderbolt
Apple’s Display offering got a little sweeter today as well.
As a replacement for the former Apple LED Display, the new 27-inch Apple Display includes Thunderbolt technology, which is quickly becoming an industry-leading connection standard. The Display still boasts the same 16:9 aspect ratio, glossy screen and 2560 x 1440 resolution.
Thunderbolt technology lets you move data between your devices and your computer at roughly 10-Gbps throughput (both ways). As a data transfer connection, it is “up to 20 times faster than USB 2.0 and up to 12 times faster than FireWire 800.” A user can now run two displays off of a single Thunderbolt port.
Touted as “The ultimate docking station,” the Thunderbolt Display also includes high-quality audio, a FaceTime HD camera, three powered USB ports, FireWire 800 and Gigabit Ethernet ports in addition to the Thunderbolt port that allows for daisy-chaining peripherals (such as hard drives and video capture devices).
Bonus: the Thunderbolt Display uses a MagSafe connector that will power and charge your MacBook Pro or MacBook Air, so there’s no need to use their power cords.
The Thunderbolt Display perfectly complements the new Mac mini and MacBook Air models as well as the current line of iMacs and MacBook Pros.
* Apple Thunderbolt Display $999.99*
(By the way, anybody counting how many times “Thunderbolt” appears in this article? Good.)
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New Mac mini: Operation "Sandy Bridge"
Apple announced brand new Mac minis today, with notable changes.
Intel’s Sandy Bridge processors have been added to Apple’s new line of Mac minis in the form of Intel Core i5s. Now, what is “Sandy Bridge,” you ask? Specifically, that’s the name of the processor that is the successor to the Nehalem processor. Sandy Bridge processors are touted to be “up to 2x faster” per Apple’s claims.
The new Mac minis sport faster graphics (with a discrete AMD Radeon HD graphics processor) and also include support for Thunderbolt connectivity. The Thunderbolt port gives access for the new Apple Thunderbolt Display and also supports Mini DisplayPort peripherals. Mac mini features an HDMI and built-in SDXC card slot.
What’s more (or should I say “what’s less) is that these new models have eliminated optical drives, taking a cue from the MacBook Air line. A separate SuperDrive is available for purchase.
My favorite part so far? NO MORE POWER BRICK. Mac mini now has a built-in power brick, so all you see is a single cord.
Standard configurations:
* 2.3GHz Intel Core i5, 500 GB hard drive, 2GB RAM: *$599.99*
* 2.5GHz Intel Core i5, 500 GB hard drive, 4GB RAM: *$799.99*Server configuration:
* 2.0GHz, dual 500GB hard drives, 4GB RAM: *$999.99*
All models come with Lion (OS 10.7) pre-installed.
We will be listing these and CTO options shortly. More updates as we get them!
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Apple Releases Mac OS X 10.7 Lion
On Wednesday, Apple released the highly anticipated Mac OS X 10.7 Lion via the Mac App Store. The eighth major release of OS X, Lion marks the first version of the world’s most advanced operating system available exclusively through the Mac App Store. Bypassing the traditional CD/DVD format of past releases, Mac OS X Lion is a significant step forward both in terms of its new features and in how operating systems are acquired and installed.
Introducing over 250 new features, Lion is an enticing upgrade—especially given its very affordable $29.99 price point. The scale of Wednesday’s release is in line with the shift from Mac OS X 10.4 Tiger to Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard in the fall of 2007. While Mac OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard acted as a bridge between Leopard and Lion, it was more of a refinement of the features already introduced in 10.5. Given this, Mac users have been waiting patiently for nearly four years for an upgrade of Lion’s scale, and thankfully it doesn’t disappoint.
Lion includes many groundbreaking new features including: enhanced Multi-Touch gestures, support for full screen apps, Mission Control, Launchpad, the Mac App Store and a completely redesigned version of Mail. As mentioned during keynotes and media events throughout its development, many of these new features are directly inspired by, or even copies of, features of Apple’s iOS mobile operating system. Due to this amalgamation, Lion has been toted as a synthesis of the best aspects of Mac OS X and iOS.
Almost as amazing as its new features is the way Lion is acquired and installed. No longer is a trip to the store to purchase a boxed version of the OS required. Users running Mac OS X 10.6.8 with compatible Intel Macs can download Lion from the convenience of their homes and offices through the Mac App Store. What many are already referring to as the simplest install of OS X ever, Lion can be installed and configured with just a few clicks. Phil Schiller, Apple’s senior vice president of Worldwide Product Marketing contributed the following on Lion’s release and the ease of its install:
“Lion is the best version of OS X yet, and we’re thrilled that users around the world can download it starting today. Lion makes upgrading a Mac easier than ever before; just launch the Mac App Store, buy Lion with your iTunes account, and the download and install process will begin automatically.”
Supplementing the aforementioned features, Lion includes a series of refinements which look to radically change the way OS X is experienced and used. Among these Resume, Auto Save and Versions effectively eliminate the need to save files as they automatically preserve your Mac’s state prior to a restart or shutdown, continuously save your documents in the background and even keep a running history your of files as you work. Lion also introduces AirDrop, which revolutionizes file transfers to nearby Macs, making Sneakernet flash drive exchanges a thing of the past.
Mac OS X 10.7 Lion is now available on the Mac App Store, and retails for $29.99. To ensure your Mac is compatible and ready to upgrade, click here.
To purchase Lion, click here. (opens the Mac App Store)
System Requirements:
- Intel-based Mac with a Core 2 Duo, i3, 15, i7 or Xeon processor
- Mac OS X 10.6.8 Snow Leopard
- 2GB of RAM
- 4GB available hard drive space
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AAPL Reaches Record High
In anticipation of this afternoon’s FY 11 third quarter results announcement, Apple’s stock has hit an all-time high. Ringing in at $378 this…
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Tip of the Week: Humidity vs. MacBook Pro
Many of us have experienced the sinking feeling as we watch our computers fall to the ground, or a screen flicker and go dark after a small liquid spill. It’s just good common sense to keep liquids away from your computer.
This week’s hint is in honor of the heat wave, and is really a two-part tip. Remember that while your computer is in an air conditioned building or car, and then taken outside to the hot, humid air, condensation will form both on the outside and inside of the computer.
This holds true for any electronic device, and is probably the most common inadvertent warranty-voiding event we see in our shops. The best way to avoid this is to put your device into a sleeve or case that’s been in the cold environment, and leave it in the case until the temperature equalizes.
The second thing about heat and humidity is that we tend to crave and consume lots of cold liquids. Right now I have a glass bottle of ice water sitting in a pool of condensation. The floor in my office isn’t perfectly level, so this liquid began migrating towards my MacBook Pro. Had I not noticed, odds are that liquid would have invaded the computer through the seam between the bottom and top cases.
Common sense here, as with all things in life, could save you many thousands of dollars.