TUAW takes Macminicolo for a spin

TUAW was recently given the chance to test drive a remote server at Macminicolo, the colocation service that specializes exclusively in Mac Minis. We first covered Macminicolo in 2005 and just mentioned their recently-won "My Mac Server Contest". Given the improvements in the Mini since 2005, I took the challenge to satisfy some curiosities. For a couple of weeks I tried everything I could think of to see what solutions the meager Mini could provide. I got a good idea of what was possible and ran a few tests of my own on various Mini-hosted services to see if it could really hold its own in the realm of XServes and big-iron hosting.Continue reading TUAW takes Macminicolo for a spinRead | Permalink | Email this | Comments

Mac mini inspired Mac for developers?

Apple could announce a new Mac mini inspired Mac during today's World Wide Developers Conference (WWDC) keynote, according to an Internet report. read more

Macessity offers new Mac mini stands

Section: Apple, Mac + Computers, Desktops, Mac mini, PeripheralsMacessity today introduced two new stands for Apple’s Mac Mini desktop computer. Both stands, the M4-Mini and M-Mini share a similar design - one that matches a Mac Mini perfectly with its 0.1085-inch thick steel, coated in an aluminum color. It is leveled with non-skid rubber pads to prevent it from moving whilst on your desk. The stands are designed to sit on top of your Mac Mini, allowing you to place any display that weighs up to 60 pounds. The M4-Mini is a more expensive model that features a built-in, self-powered USB 2.0 hub - that allows you to extend your Mac Mini’s USB connectivity by an extra four ports. The M4-Mini will cost $59.99, and the M-Mini will cost $44.99; both will be available on April 28, 2008. Via [Macworld] Full Story » | Written by Stephen Chinnadorai for Appletell. | Comment on this Article »

Rumor Time: Mac mini to get upgrade soon?

Just as many of you thought the Mac mini would die off in favor of a new class of consumer Macs, the rumor mill starts up again. AppleInsider is reporting that the Mac mini may receive an upgrade -- and fairly soon, too. According to AppleInsider, the Mac mini may receive the following upgrades: 45-nanometer Core 2 Duo mobile chips starting at 2.1Ghz 800MHz front-side bus Stepped-up Intel graphics processor (comparable to the one in the consumer MacBook) AppleInsider remains speculative on a release date, but they're sure of the forthcoming upgrade. They go on to say that "Penryn-3M-based systems reportedly remained within the engineering build stage as of mid-month." [via AppleInsider]Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments

Mac mini to get upgrade soon?

Section: Apple, Apple News, Rumors, Current-Products, Mac-MiniThe Mac Mini is Apple’s cheapest computer, and smallest desktop computer - great for those who don’t need much processing or graphics power. But recently there have been several rumors of its death nearby, brining a new mid-range Mac to replace it. According to AppleInsider, the Mac Mini is not dead yet - and may receive an upgrade soon. They speculate that these are the new specs the Mac Mini will get: 45-nanometer Core 2 Duo mobile chips starting at 2.1Ghz 800MHz front-side bus Stepped-up Intel graphics processor (most likely GMA X3100) There have been so many Mac Mini rumors recently that I can’t decide whether this one will happen. AppleInsider has a relatively good track record, and I also think that the Mac Mini isn’t going yet. I think we’ll see an upgrade like this in the upcoming months, but probably not a major re-design. Via [TUAW] Full Story » | Written by Stephen Chinnadorai for Appletell. | Comment on this Article »

Mac Mini Not Dead Yet?

Appleinsider is backtracking on their last year's claims that the Mac mini was set to be discontinued. According to the rumor site, they've received word of the contrary:For the first time in nearly a year, however, people familiar...