Lots of interesting news this week: a ZD Net utility to overclock the
2008 Mac Pro, more on running OS X on non-Apple hardware, an
autofocus webcam with full Mac support, and the release of Darwine 1.0,
a Mac/Darwin version of WINE so you can run many Windows apps on Intel
Macs without running Windows.
We'll have more news in The 'Book Review and iNews Review on
Monday.
PowerBook, iBook, MacBook, and other portable computing is covered
in The 'Book Review. iPod, iPhone,
and Apple TV news is covered in The iNews
Review.
All prices are in US dollars unless otherwise noted.
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Tech Trends
Software
Products
News & Opinion
ZD Net Overclocking Hack Pushes 2.8 GHz Mac Pro to
3.24 GHz
ZD Net Germany
reports:
"When the first IBM PC clones that were clocked faster than the
original at 4.77 MHz appeared in the eighties, games freaks noticed
that many of their games became faster. The Cessna 182 of the Sublogic
flight simulator flew at the speed of a Eurofighter. So the bus clock
speed is in principle not a good source for real time.
"Microsoft has now learned this, but clearly Apple has not. If you
carry out benchmarks such as Cinebench or Geekbench after overclocking,
the benchmarks do not indicate any improvement in performance at first.
But if you resort to a stopwatch, the higher performance resulting from
overclocking can indeed be verified. You also notice that the system
clock runs significantly faster after overclocking the computer."
Link:
ZD Net Overclocking Tool Enhances Performance of Mac Pro
Mac Pro Overclocking Tool Developed
ExtremeTech's
Mark Hachman reports:
"While overclocking tools are quite common in the Windows PC world,
Macintosh owners haven't had the same luxury.
"However, ZD Net's German site has developed a utility,
ZD Net Clock, to change all that. Using the tool, ZD Net says, a
Mac Pro using a 2.80 GHz
processor can be overclocked to higher performance than the fastest
3.20 GHz model, saving $1,600 under Apple's current price scheme."
Link: Mac Pro
Overclocking Tool Developed
Tips and Recommendations for Intel Mac
Overclocking
Hardmac's
Lionel says:
"As overclocking of Mac Pro is now available and other Apple
hardware should follow soon, we have decided to provide some tips and
recommendations...."
Link: About
Mac Intel Overclocking: Tips and Recommendations
Overclocking Your Mac Pro
Ars Technica's
Chris Foresman says:
"Overclocking a computer - tweaking its internal clock speed toboost performance--has been a tradition of modders and hackers since
the early days of PC clones in the 80s. Overclocking Macs hasn't had
quite the same level of popularity, in part because Apple tended to
make it difficult to do. But some brave folks have taken to
overclocking their Macs; I moved around some tiny surface-mount
resistors on my iMac to overclock it 33 MHz, back when that was a
significant improvement. But these days, it's possible to tweak CPU and
bus speeds via software tools. The folks at ZD Net.de have put together
an overclocking tool for anyone to use, not just those with 'hardcore
knowledge.'
"Now, before you salivate at the chance to get a 'free' performanceboost, remember you rarely get somethin' for nothin'...."
Link:
Not Strictly for the Headstrong: Overclocking Your Mac Pro
Should Apple Let PC Users Run Mac OS X?
PC Magazine
Israel Editor Nadavi Noked says:
The latest reports about a little-known company that's attempting to
sell Mac clones - PCs that run Mac OS X Leopard - have ignited the
imagination of PC users all over the world. The ability to run Leopard
and earlier Mac OS versions on a PC might drive changes in the PC and
Mac markets, regardless of whether Psystar - the company that started
the fire - actually manages to build a successful, lawsuit-proof
business.
In fact, most techie users can already install and run the Mac OS on
a tweaked PC, although doing so violates the license agreement of the
operating system. A simple Google search will retrieve the elaborate
instructions (please don't expect us to provide the search query). It
can be installed as the primary OS or as a dual-boot....
Editor's note: The problem of course is as it ever was; licencing
the Mac OS to run on generic PCs would kill Apple's hardware sales.
cm
Link: Should Apple Let
PC Users Run Mac OS?
EFiX USB Dongle Will Run Mac OS X on Your PC
Mactropolis
says:
"EFiX is the new dongle that allows you to install Mac OS X on your
PC... Now that's a revolution!
"EFiX allows the user to install Mac OS X straight from the original
DVD without having to worry about patches, replacing files and anything
like that. That means you can buy a regular compatible PC, Mac OS X and
EFiX and enjoy Mac OS X.
"With EFiX you can install Mac OS X Leopard or Leopard Server from
the original retail DVD... and installation is easy... no prior
knowledge of OS X is necessary."
Mini Notebook Runs Mac OS X, Thinks It's a Mac
Pro
Gizmodo
reports:
"It's not even out yet and people have already hacked Mac OS X to
run on the MSI Wind [a mini notebook - ed]. Like with other non-Apple
Leopard boxes, the little computer believes it is a Mac Pro, which is
OK because we all want to be Mac Pros when we grow up. This version is
still lacking some fine tuning, but it runs quite well according to
Insanely Mac forum member Jav:
"'Well, here it is. The new MSI Wind running Kalyway 10.5.2
(modified Leopard install). I still have to make some small
adjustments, like the resolution and the wireless network card, but I
couldn't resist posting these images that I'm sure will get the
interest of more than one person. Ethernet and Bluetooth work right out
of the box, so I'm really expecting a lot from this small
notebook....'"
Link:
MSI Wind Running Mac OS X Also Thinks It's a Mac Pro
How to Add Blu-ray to Your Mac Pro
Blogger Carlos Echenique says:
"Apple's decision to not offer a Blu-ray drive as an option on the
Mac Pro has been frustrating many users for quite some time. PC users
have long enjoyed the expanded storage and high-definition content
available on the new format.
"This has not stopped enterprising third parties from adding Blu-ray
drives to their systems. The good news is that Apple decided to make
the Mac Pro easy to upgrade in the field. The bad news is that Apple
chose to use the more traditional (and less expensive) IDE (PATA)
interface for it's optical drives. PC motherboard OEMs are cramming
more and more SATA ports on their boards, so optical drive makers are
switching to SATA as well. This makes it hard to find IDE based Blu-ray
drives.
"Enter the gang at Cooldrives.com with their SATA-PATA adaptor
board. This little gem plugs into the back of the SATA Blu-ray drive
and allows you to easily install it in the Mac Pro."
Ubuntu Hardy Heron on a Mac mini
RFD Networks says:
"My broadband connection was barely 24 hours old when work began on
migrating to the latest version of Ubuntu. Hardy Heron, as it's called,
is very nice on the mini. What
follows is how I did it, what I used, what worked, and what didn't.
"24 hours after the install, I could not be more pleased. I am
listening to a CD, blogging, charging my Sansa Fuse MP3 player, and
glad to be free of Apple's OS X. The install went well, and the
only real glitch was an issue with the Apple keyboard. It was
relatively quick and painless, and things are working just fine at the
moment."
Editor's note: Heartbreaking that anyone would be "glad to be free
of Apple's OS X", but some people are like that. We're assuming
this was an Intel-based Mac mini, but the unnamed author doesn't
provide details like that. dk
Link:
Ubuntu Hardy Heron on a Mac mini
Tech Trends
Making Desktop Linux Work for Business
InfoWorld's
Neil McAllister says:
"Today's IT managers face tough choices. PCs that run fine today
have an uncertain upgrade path, now that Microsoft has chosen to
discontinue Windows XP. Upgrade costs associated with Vista, coupled
with the ever-escalating cost of application licenses, make switching
to desktop Linux an increasingly attractive option.
"For many businesses, however, it's difficult to know where to
begin. The Linux market is broad and thriving, with myriad options to
choose from. Most organizations will want to phase in Linux gradually,
which in many cases will mean supporting a heterogeneous computing
environment for the first time. As a result, it can be hard to predict
where software incompatibilities might affect critical business
processes.
"Fortunately, the future of Linux on the business desktop has never
been brighter. Bolstered by contributions from some of the biggest
names in IT, today's Linux offers a rich, highly functional user
experience to compete with any proprietary OS...."
Link: Making
Desktop Linux Work for Business
Software
Free Darwine 1.0 Runs Windows Apps on
Mac OS X 10.4 and Later
PR: Darwine allows Darwin
and Mac OS X users to run Windows applications. The Darwine project
intends to port and develop WINE as well as other supporting tools that
will allow Darwin and Mac OS X users to run Windows Applications, and
to provide a Win32 API compatibility at application source code
level.
These are unofficial builds of Darwine. Darwine is the OS X flavour
of Wine.
Official Darwine builds are "a little bit" offsync to the regular
wine releases, that's why I build it myself. Additionally, they come
with a built in freetype library for correct fontmetrics and
antialiasing. Darwine runs on Tiger and Leopard, only Intel processor,
sorry.
Before You install, please make sure:
- Tiger users: install X11 from your Tiger Installation DVD
- Download and open Darwine 1.1.0
- Drag Darwine to the "/Applications" Folder
- To delete, just drag the folder "Darwine" to the trash
- To completely remove Darwine (and Windows apps) from your system
delete the following files and folders:
- /Applications/Darwine
- ~.wine
- ~/Library/Preferences/org.wine.winehelper.plist
New in version 1.0:
Bugs fixed:
- 3838 The Punisher demo crashes after the introduction movies
- 3898 Counter-Strike 1.6 performance issue
- 4755 X Error of failed request: BadDrawable (X_PolyFillRectangle)
when switching to Virtual Desktop
- 6315 Starlancer draws ships as white when direct3d is enabled
- 7268 Oni not opening after install
- 8185 can't login in Skype 3.1 on wine/kubuntu 7
- 8634 antialiasing disabled in gtasa menu
- 9555 Wine crash when I click help in Stata 10
- 9589 Static / Scratchy Sound with OSS in Call of Duty
- 9903 WinRAR with NXServer - black icons
- 10009 QIP: window z-order is still wrong
System requirements: Mac OS X 10.4 or later.
System Support: Intel
Free
Link: Darwine
Products
Logitech Unveils First Mac-Compatible
Webcam with Autofocus Zeiss Optics
PR: To help you stay close to those who matter most,
Logitech, a leading manufacturer of webcams, today unveiled its first
Mac-compatible webcam with premium autofocus technology and Carl Zeiss
optics: the Logitech QuickCam Vision Pro webcam for Mac. The new
Logitech webcam delivers image-perfect detail and clarity, and
exceptional video calling with iChat and Skype.
"With this new webcam for Mac computers, we've
integrated our most advanced video technologies to truly enrich your
video-calling experience," said Gina Clark, general manager and vice
president of Logitech's Internet Communications business unit. "The
lens and autofocus, the sensor and the lighting software all contribute
to create image-perfect detail and clarity. Whether you've used a
standalone or an embedded webcam in the past, you'll be amazed at the
difference in quality our new webcam makes."
To deliver image-perfect detail and clarity, the Logitech QuickCam
Vision Pro webcam for Mac combines Logitech's premium autofocus
technology with Carl Zeiss optics. The new Logitech webcam uses a voice
coil motor for its autofocus system, instead of a stepper motor.
Focusing is fast and fluid - crisp even in extreme close-ups only 10 cm
from the camera lens. Logitech's autofocus system compensates for
changes in image-edge sharpness and refocuses images in less than three
seconds. And through its exclusive collaboration with Carl Zeiss,
Logitech ensures that the lens meets the world-renowned Zeiss standards
for design and manufacturing to achieve superior sharpness in a
compact, lightweight design.
The 2-megapixel sensor helps the Logitech QuickCam Vision Pro webcam
for Mac capture video images in high resolution. It is assisted by
Logitech's RightLight™2 Technology, which enables the webcam to
adjust intelligently in dim or harshly backlighted situations.
Optimized Experience for the Mac
When you and your loved ones use the new Logitech webcam with iChat
or Skype, you can enjoy VGA-quality video at up to 30 frames per second
- four times as sharp and twice as smooth as any other video-calling
solution - at no additional charge.
The new Logitech webcam is also plug and play right out of the box,
so you can make a video call immediately - no software required. When
using your webcam to capture video to store on disk or send to friends,
the QuickCam Vision Pro records sharp video clips in the 720p
high-definition (HD) video format (960-by-720 pixels).
Complementing the style of your Mac computer, the new webcam for Mac
computers presents a black-and-silver profile with a prominent built-in
silver microphone.
The Logitech QuickCam Vision Pro webcam for Mac is expected to be
available in the US and Europe beginning in July. The suggested retail
price is $129.99.
Link:
Logitech QuickCam Vision Pro
MCE Releases 6x Blu-ray Drive for
Macs
PR: Blu-ray Disc (BD) technology, with its ability to record
to 25 GB single-layer and 50 GB dual-layer discs, is the next
generation in optical disc storage and MCE Technologies has brought it
to the Mac. The MCE Technologies Blu-ray Internal Recordable Drive for
Apple Mac Pro and Power Mac is completely preconfigured for easy user
installation. In addition to writing to 25 GB single-layer and 50 GB
dual-layer Blu-ray discs, the MCE Technologies Blu-ray Internal
Recordable Drive is compatible with all DVD and CD recordable media
including DVD±R/RW + Dual/Double Layer, DVD-RAM, and CD-R and
CD-RW. The MCE Technologies Blu-ray Internal Recordable Drive includes
a 25 GB Blu-ray (BD-RE) rewritable disc for instant storage right out
of the box.
Store up to 12,500 music tracks, 50,000 photos, or 4 hours of
HD video on a single 50 GB Blu-ray Disc. The MCE Blu-ray Disc Internal
Recordable Drive for the Mac Pro and Power Mac incorporates a
state-of-the-art blue-violet laser and ushers in the next generation of
optical disc storage. The drive also writes to all DVD±R/RW + DL
(Double/Dual Layer) media and CD-R/RW media and is compatible with all
Apple's iApps.
Blue-Violet. 405nm.
The figure to the right shows the difference in spot size between a
Blu-ray laser and standard DVD recording laser. The smaller, tighter
Blu-ray spot size means more spots (data) can be recorded to the disc
resulting in data capacities of 25 GB and 50 GB per Blu-ray disc.
Buy your MCE Blu-ray drive online.
Or call 1-800-5000-MAC.
Pre-sales Questions and Toll-Free Tech Support
1-800-5000-MAC or 1-949-458-0800
- MCE Blu-ray Disc Internal Recordable Drive with Roxio Toast 9
Titanium + Toast BD/HD Plug-in - $599.00
- MCE Blu-ray Disc Internal Recordable Drive - $499.00
- MCE Blu-ray Disc External Recordable Drive - $749.00
Link: MCE 6x Blu-ray
Recordable Drive for Mac Pro and Power Mac
EFiX USB Dongle for Running Mac OS X
on PCs
PR: We are proud to present EFiX our wonderful work of art
and function to the world.
EFiX is the best solution for running Mac OS X on PCs.
It allows the user to install Mac OS X straight from the original
DVD without having to worry about patches, replacing files and anything
like that.
That means you can buy a regular compatible PC, Mac OS X and EFiX
and enjoy what the Mac users have always enjoyed:
- Ability to install Mac OS X Leopard and Leopard Server from
original retail DVD.
- Average users can easily install Mac OS X without fear of
needing professional knowledge.
- Update your system with official Apple Updates.
On top of the benefits seen by Mac users from the start, EFiX also
brings some other advantages for users of standard PCs, such as:
- Online updates of EFiX firmware.
- EMI & RFI protection.
- An Interactive system boot selector.
- Working power management Features such as Shutdown, Reset,
etc.
Editor's note: Note that EFIX is in violation of Apple's enduser
licensing agreement (EULA) for OS X, which states (among other
stipulations): "You agree not to install, use or run the Apple Software
on any non-Apple-labeled computer, or to enable others to do so."
Because of that and it's enforceability under America's Digital
Millennium Copyright Act, the developer reportedly has no intention of
marketing EFIX in the US. cm
Link: EFiX
USB Dongle Solution for Running Mac OS X on PCs
NewerTech Announces New Guardian Maximus
RAID External Drive
PR: Newer Technology, Inc. (NewerTech), the leading developer
of PC, Macintosh, iPod, and iPhone performance upgrades and
accessories, today announced the new Guardian MAXimus 300 GB 10,000 rpm
"Triple Interface" FireWire 800/400/USB 2.0 model, the fastest and most
reliable Plug & Play RAID-1 mirror external storage solution
available on the market for consumers and business professionals
alike.
Delivers Fastest Data Backup/Protection
The new Guardian MAXimus 300 GB 10,000 rpm offers users of all
levels and operating systems the fastest, most reliable method to
back-up and store critical data with Plug & Play ease. Always
guarding against data loss and costly system downtime, Guardian MAXimus
writes the same information in real-time "live activity" to two 300 GB
10,000 rpm drives for a "mirrored" copy. The Guardian MAXimus 300 GB
10,000 rpm utilizes the Western Digital VelociRaptor™, the
fastest SATA drive on the market, with data transfer rates up to 100
MB/s, OS X "Leopard" Time Machine readiness, and a "Triple Interface"
of two FireWire 800, one FireWire 400, and one USB 2.0 ports to provide
the performance, flexibility, and reliability required for demanding
audio/video, photo-editing, and 3D rendering applications.
Exceeds Enterprise-Class Quality with Highest Reliability
Rating
With its two mirrored 300 GB drives, each offering up to 1.4 million
hours MTBF (Mean Time Between Failure), the Guardian MAXimus exceeds
enterprise-class standards with the highest reliability rating found in
high capacity SATA drives. Additionally, the 300 GB 10,000 rpm model is
covered by a two year warranty on the complete solution and an
additional 3 year warranty on each drive. Plug & Play
Simplicity
Guardian MAXimus provides the security of a highly reliable RAID 1
hardware-based storage solution at a low price. And unlike high-priced,
hard to configure RAID 1 corporate storage common in high-end servers,
Guardian MAXimus is FireWire/USB Plug & Play easy, so no controller
cards, software configuration, or driver downloading is required.
Guardian MAXimus can access data via any of its supported interfaces or
move between different computers utilizing those interfaces with
complete interoperability.
Guardian MAXimus 300 GB 10,000 rpm Features:
- 300 GB, 10,000 rpm Dual-Drive Solution.
- 32 MB of drive cache (16 MB per drive).
- Custom Oxford 924 Based Bridge Solution.
- 2 FireWire 800 9 pin ports.
- 1 FireWire 400 6 pin port.
- 1 USB 2.0 "B" port - backwards compatible with USB 1.1.
- Front panel drive status LEDs.
- Quiet operation.
- RoHS certified.
- 9.3" x 2.8" x 5.6" size, shock-resistant for maximum
portability.
- US/International 90~240V 4.2A UL-listed power supply.
- FireWire 800, FireWire 400, and USB 2.0/1.1 double shielded
connecting cables included.
- Compatible with Apple OS 8.6 to 9.2.2, OS X 10.1.x and later (10.2
or later required for FW800 and USB 2.0), and Windows ME and later
operating systems.
- Includes ProSoft Engineering Data Backup 3, NovaStor NovaBACKUP,
and Intech SpeedTools Utilities software (a $200 retail value).
Complete Guardian MAXimus line Pricing:
- 250 GB Mirror (250 + 250) 7200 rpm w/32 MB total buffer
$259.99
- 320 GB Mirror (320 + 320) 7200 rpm w/32 MB total buffer
$289.99
- 400 GB Mirror (400 + 400) 7200 rpm w/32 MB total buffer
$329.99
- 500 GB Mirror (500 + 500) 7200 rpm w/32 MB total buffer
$379.99
- 750 GB Mirror (750 + 750) 7200 rpm w/64 MB total buffer
$439.99
- 1.0 TB "eMax" Mirror (1.0 TB + 1.0 TB) 5400 rpm w/64 MB total
buffer $549.99
- 1.0 TB Mirror (1.0 TB + 1.0 TB) 7200 rpm w/64 MB total buffer
$639.99
- 300 GB Mirror (300 + 300) 10,000 rpm w/32 MB total buffer
$899.99
Guardian MAXimus 300 GB 10,000 rpm is available immediately, priced
at $899.99 MSRP from NewerTech's exclusive distributor, Other World
Computing, as well as through the retail channel.
Link: NewerTech Guardian
Maximus RAID External Drive
First eSATA Extender Cable Fully
Compatible with All Mac Pro Computers
PR: Newer Technology, Inc. (NewerTech), developer of PC,
Macintosh, iPod, and iPhone performance upgrades and accessories,
announced today that the NewerTech eSATA Extender Cable, the first Mac
Pro 8-Core/Quad-Core extender cable available on the market, is now
fully compatible with all Mac Pro models introduced from 2006 to the
present. The NewerTech eSATA Extender Cable offers Mac Pro owners the
ability to utilize the two unused internal SATA ports on the
motherboard and add two external accessible SATA ports.
Perfect Fit Solution Expands Mac Pro Capabilities
The NewerTech eSATA Extender Cable is specifically engineered to be
a "Perfect Fit Solution," so it accurately routes inside a Mac Pro
case. By utilizing the hidden potential of the Mac Pro, users can
connect any two SATA-I or SATA-II devices and expand their data storage
configuration to up to six hard drives. A step-by step color
illustrated manual is included for quick and easy installation.
Macworld Calls It "A Nifty Accessory"
In awarding the NewerTech cable an 8 out of 10 rating, the
Macenstein.com site said, "Very affordable solution for adding 2 eSATA
ports to your Mac Pro . . . the directions are excellent."
Macworld Magazine called it "a nifty accessory." Mac Pro users also
praised the NewerTech eSATA cable at xlr8yourmac.com : "Works great.
Very, very fast." "A very slick way to add two more full-speed SATA II
ports to your machine for nearly no cost."
The NewerTech eSATA Extender Cable is priced at $24.95 MSRP and is
available immediately from NewerTech's exclusive distributor, Other
World Computing, as well as through the retail channel.
Link: NewerTech eSATA
Extender Cable
Corsair Launches Mac Memory for Newest
Mac Pro Desktop Systems
PR: Corsair, a worldwide leader in high performance computer
and flash memory products, announced today the launch of their new Mac
Memory kits made especially for the newest Mac Pro desktop systems. The
new Corsair Mac Memory kits are fully-buffered 800 MHz solutions,
available immediately in 4 GB (2 x 2 GB modules) DIMM
kits.
Utilizing Mac Pro-specific heat sinks and performance IC's, these
new memory modules help unleash the high performance potential of Mac
Pro desktop platforms. All Corsair Mac memory modules are qualified at
Apple Test Labs in California and are 100% compatibility-guaranteed
with a lifetime warranty.
"The new Apple Mac Pro desktops are high-performance dynamos that
require large amounts of memory," said Richard Hashim, Director of
Product Marketing at Corsair. "Upgrading the Mac systems with 4 GB
of Corsair's new 800 MHz Mac Memory FB-DIMMs offer end-users the
ability to unleash even more performance from their Mac Pro desktop
platform," added Hashim.
The new Corsair Memory Line for the Mac Pro is immediately available
through Corsair's authorized distributors and resellers worldwide,
priced at $250 for the 4 GB Mac Memory kit. Corsair memory
products are backed by a Limited Lifetime Warranty. Complete customer
support via telephone, email, forum and Technical Service Xpress is
also available.
Link: Corsair
PlumChoice Expands Remote Support
Services to Macs, iPhones & iPods
PR: PlumChoice, a provider of remote technical support
services to home, home office, and small business customers, announced
today that it has extended its Internet-based support services to
Macintosh products ranging from Leopard and Tiger-based Mac computers
to Apple iPods, iPhone and AirPort routers, firewalls and printers. The
company previously focused primarily on Windows-based products as well
as consumer products (CE) and devices.
"Adding remote support for Mac products to our comprehensive
subscription support service is a natural extension of the services we
have been providing for Windows-based products for seven years," said
PlumChoice founder and CEO Ted Werth. "Users of both platforms can now
get their problems identified and resolved quickly and efficiently, 24
hours a day, through our experienced team of PC and Mac
technicians."
PlumChoice's service goes beyond answering frequently asked
technical questions to provide full-service, monitored,
enterprise-style solutions to technology problems, including equipment
set up, training, ongoing support and monitoring, and repair on
PCs/Macs, networks, printers, MP3 players, PDAs, digital cameras and
more.
Service is provided 24x7 by trained, experienced, US-based
technicians who analyze and repair the customer's equipment through a
secure Internet connection, eliminating the time and expense of
telephone, on-site or in-store fixes. This provides a convenient
alternative for home, home office and small business customers as well
as students who need back-to-school or mid-semester computer care.
Since 2000, PlumChoice has become the nationwide leader in providing
trusted remote technical services for the home, home office and small
business. PlumChoice leads the industry in technical innovation and
integrated services, giving customers affordable solutions to their
technology problems anytime, anywhere. Through its exclusive SAFElink
platform, PlumChoice offers comprehensive, flexible service options
(one-time, per-minute and subscription plans) on networking, software
applications, personal computers & laptops, printers, peripherals,
MP3 players, digital cameras, mobile devices/PDAs and more.
For more information, visit plumchoice.com, call 1-888-PLUM-HELP
(1-888-758-6435), or send email to sales@plumchoice.com
Link: PlumChoice
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