Last week, Apple announced the arrival of their latest iMac computer…the Apple iMac Retina Computer with 5K display. This morning, I spent 1/2 hour at our local Apple Store testing it. All I can say is WOW! It is amazing, but it better be as the price is $2,500. The store was very crowded as usual, but for reasons known only to God, no one but me was interested in this revolutionary new computer. So I got to play and explore without interruption.
The iMac has always been the computer of choice for graphic artists and professional photographers. I have always loved their monitors and felt they were the best available. But they only work with MAC computers. But this new monitor is far superior to any other monitor in the Apple line.
I am sure you have heard of the new 4K TV’s just now coming on the market. Well this computer has 5K resolution! As a serious photographer, I was most interested in seeing how photos were rendered. I was also able to compare it to the 21” and 27” standard Apple computers. Fortunately all 3 computers had the same photographs on them so I was able to do some in-depth comparisons of the same photographs. You definitely can see a big difference.
The quality of the images I saw were amazing…many were taken with high quality Nikon and Canon cameras, but I saw several done with iPhone cameras that were rendered just a good as a the pro cameras. If your camera doesn’t take great photos, don’t buy this computer. If all you do is browse the web and send e-mails, you don’t need this computer.
In addition to the high quality resolution, the new iMac is definitely very fast…even faster than the current models, at least to my eyes. But, at that $2500 price, it better be!
Sadly, I can’t afford this machine right now, but darn, it was sure fun to see it at work.
We’ve got Windows and more Apple news today as well as tips for your desktop and laptop computers…and more good info for all your phones and tablets. So let’s go! -JRC
Tech News and Opinions
Microsoft delivers first update to its Windows 10 Technical Preview
Microsoft has made available for download several new Windows 10 features to those running the Windows 10 Technical preview release.
Windows 10: The votes are pouring in for these 10 features
With the Windows 10 Technical Preview, Microsoft wants to know what you want before the OS ships, and it's provided a feedback mechanism: The Windows Feature Suggestion Box. And the votes are pouring in. The following 10 features have the most votes so far
Apple Removes All Bose Products From Its Retail And Online Stores
In addition to the Apple Online Store, reports have come in that Apple Retail Stores have also fashioned the removal of Bose products from its shelves and well, the inventory too.
Apple Pay, new features roll out as iOS 8.1 released for iPhones, iPads
The latest version of Apple's mobile operating system is out, and so is its wireless payments system, Apple Pay, designed for the latest iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus.
Here Are All The Places That Accept Apple Pay
Apple Pay connects with your credit and debit cards and allows you to make payments by touching your phone to an NFC-enabled terminal, and holding your thumb to the fingerprint sensor, called Touch ID, to authenticate your purchase.
Computer Tips and Tricks
How to Use Google Keep for Frustration-Free Note-Taking
One of the biggest obstacles to keeping digital notes and to-do lists (beyond getting used to not using pen and paper), is finding an app you like. Google Keep is free, lightweight, easy-to-use, and might just be the notes app you’ve been seeking.
Never Download a Driver-Updating Utility; They’re Worse Than Useless
Never download a driver-updating utility. Like PC-cleaning programs, they try to charge you money for a service you don’t need. They do this by scaring you with threats of blue screens and system problems.
Beware: Never Download “Codecs” or “Players” To Watch Videos Online
If a website asks you to download a “codec,” “player,” or “browser update” to play a video, run the other way. You don’t actually need to download this sort of thing — the website is trying to infect your computer with malware.
Here is the redesigned iTunes 12
The most notable change in the software is its refreshed interface, which features flatter UI elements, greater space between buttons, and other iOS 7-esque design language. Personally, I am not sure if I like it.
Secure Your Online Accounts By Removing Third-Party App Access
You should regularly check your lists of connected services on the websites you use and remove services you no longer use.
Mobile Computing
The 10 best iPhone apps with iOS 8 Notification Center widgets
Home screen widgets offer a variety of additional functionality, namely access to zero-touch information that is updated automatically without any effort needed on the user’s part.
New iOS 8.1 features you need to know
"iOS 8.1 is now available to the public. This major update is packed with new features that bring harmony to your workflow. Instant Hotspot and SMS Relay connect your iPhone like never before, and there are a few other sweet new features you probably haven't heard about yet.
Essential security apps for your smartphone and tablet
Mobile gadgets are a bit harder to crack than the average computer. So hackers have to be even sneakier and use malicious apps, hidden Wi-Fi attacks or simply walk off with your gadget. Here are three steps you need to take now so you’re not their next victim.
How to Restart your Android Phone in Safe Mode
You can restart or reboot your Android phone in Safe Mode to determine if any of your recently downloaded apps are causing the device to freeze or restart.
Google's redesigned Gmail app supports Yahoo and Outlook accounts
Gmail for Android has traditionally supported just Google’s own mail service, but it looks like the search giant wants to help Android users manage all of their mail from within its Gmail app.
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