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Parallels adds tools for Linux, 3D for Windows

by Cory Bohon (RSS feed) on Jun 12th, 2008

The latest build of Parallels (version 5608) adds some new tools for Linux users. Some of the additions to Parallels Desktop 5608 includes: support for the latest Linux distros, and support for 3D graphics in Windows (running under 10.5.3).

If you are running version 3 of Parallels Desktop, then you are eligible to upgrade for free to Desktop 5608. Just click "Check for Updates" in the Help menu of Parallels.

[via MacNN]

Tags: 5608, build, Desktop, Parallels, version 3, Version3

Filed under: OS, Rumors

Mac OS X 10.5.3 Build 9D25 has been seeded

by Dave Caolo (RSS feed) on Apr 29th, 2008

According to World of Apple, Mac OS 10.5.3 (build 9D25) has been seeded. No new issues have been identified this time around, and twenty-two fixes have been implemented, including:
  • Various printing issues
  • An issue with Safari bookmarks and .Mac Mail account has been resolved (I'll believe that when I see it)
  • Issues with mounted Boot Camp volumes
  • A crash within the Network Preference Pane
So far, 180 fixes have been implemented for this version of the OS. Apple seeded build 9D10 in March and several in the month of April. As of the release of build 9D12 on April 4th, 110 fixes had been applied, meaning an additional 70 bugs have been squashed between then and now.

No word on when 10.5.3 will be released officially.

Is anyone else hungry for pumpkin seeds now?

Tags: build, developers, leopard, mac os x, MacOsX, os, seed 9d25, Seed9d25

Filed under: OS, Software

New Mac OS X 10.4.9 client and Server builds seeded to developers

by David Chartier (RSS feed) on Feb 28th, 2007

A little TUAW birdie has informed us that a new series of Mac OS X 10.4.9 client and server builds have been seeded to developers. The build versions are as follows: Mac OS X v10.4.9 (Intel) Build 8P2132, Mac OS X v10.4.9 (PowerPC) Build 8P132, Mac OS X Server v10.4.9 (Universal) Build 8P2132 Manual Updater, Mac OS X Server v10.4.9 (PowerPC) Build 8P132 Manual Updater.

While the client build has a significant list of changes (104 to be exact), the Server build reportedly has absolutely zero. This isn't necessarily indicative of an imminent release, but a lack of changes for at least one build could offer some hope. Unfortunately, we don't have a list of what these changes are right now, so we might wind up knowing just as soon as you do.

Tags: 10.4.9, build, developers, mac, os x, OsX, seeded, seeds, server, tiger

Filed under: Macworld, OS, Software

Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard build 9A321: updated feature list reveals some new goodies

by David Chartier (RSS feed) on Dec 24th, 2006

Since celebrating some sort of holiday is pretty big this time of year, it seems only fitting that MacosXrumors has posted what seems to be an updated list of new Leopard goodies, based on one of the recent developer builds. While this isn't a mind-blowing list of breaking new features, there are some interesting bits in here, such as a new File Recovery feature of Disk Utility that lets you search for lost files by type, as well as a new video answering machine feature of iChat, which lets you record a short message for friends when you aren't around to answer them.

These little updates that have been leaking over the last year are interesting in and of themselves, but it will be great to see the big hitters Steve will hopefully be unveiling at Macworld 07.

[via digg]

Tags: build, features, leopard, mac, os x, OsX

Filed under: Software, Hacks, Productivity, Internet Tools

Unofficial builds of Thunderbird with Address Book integration

by David Chartier (RSS feed) on Dec 12th, 2006

A deal-breaker for many potential Thunderbird users is its lack of integration with Mac OS X's Address Book. While we found a web-based exporting tool back in January that worked for some users, plenty of others have their reasons for sticking with Apple's digital rolodex.

We've heard about unofficial Thunderbird builds and plugins that can allow it to use contacts from Address Book, but it seems their developmental progress has been stop and go over the past year. Enter Robert Coleman, a quintessential knight in coding armor who has released an updated build of Thunderbird that traverses the void between Mozilla's and Apple's address books - though it isn't without a little bit of fiddling and a catch. Robert had to post some vital instructions with the build which you must follow before you can get your hands on the goods, so read carefully. The catch? Address Book integration is read-only; you can't add new contacts from Thunderbird, but hey - it's a start.

[via Hawk Wings]

Tags: address book, AddressBook, build, builds, contacts, integration, mozilla, thunderbird

Filed under: Software, Internet Tools

Camino build optimized for Intel

by David Chartier (RSS feed) on Aug 5th, 2006

For Intel Mac users who are just ga-ga for Camino, a helpful MozillaZine Forums user by the name of heronstalker has posted a build of Camino optimized for Intel Macs - but only for Intel Macs. This is not a Universal Binary, it's a... Singular Binary, er something.

I ran my old 'n busted copy of Camino against this new hotness Intel build on my 2.0 Ghz MacBook Pro, and I *think* it feels zippier. Of course, it could just be the fancy new Intel shine, so YMMV. For those users interested in saving some disk space, however, this build shaves 17MB off Camino's footprint; my Universal Camino is 39.9MB, while the Singular Binary Camino (yes, I know that isn't a real term) is only 22.3MB (this is a great example of why apps like Monolingual exist).

This Intel build, which is the latest 1.0.2 version, btw, can be had from this MozillaZine Forum post.

Thanks Jason Piper

Tags: binary, build, camino, copy, forum, intel, mozilla, optimized, version

Filed under: Software, Cool tools

Folder Icon X 3.0

by David Chartier (RSS feed) on Apr 30th, 2006


If default icons just aren't doing it for you anymore, Folder Icon X might be just the tool you need to add your own touch. As the app's name suggests, Folder Icon X is a one-trick (though feature-rich) pony that allows you to add other icons and images to standard folder and file icons to imbue them with a more personal, relevant look. It offers a lot of simple DnD (drag-n-drop) abilities and can import/export a wide variety of formats.

Check out Folder Icon X's product page at Naratt.com for extensive details into the app's abilities. A demo is available, and a license costs $15.00 USD.

Tags: build, customize, edit, Folder Icon X, FolderIconX, icns, icon, icons, Naratt

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