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iPod Vending Machine - Now I Have Seen It All
2008-06-29 17:21:38
A good friend of mine went down to Las Vegas and took this shot of an actual iPod vending machine, this is the first time I have seen one of these before in my life and I am amazed. Has anyone else seen these around or is this the first of its kind. [...]...
 
Rogers Announces New RAPE Plans for iPhone Use in Canada
2008-06-27 16:48:29
Ok so here are the terrible rates available for us Canadians in hopes of getting the new iPhones. I had a feeling that there wouldn’t be any Unlimited Data plans in the future and I was correct. Here they are, what do you think? [...]...
 
DIY: Mac Mini Project With Virtual Keyboard
2008-05-14 21:10:54
I have to give credit to people who are creative and original with their ideas and creations. This time we salute Rich Willis who put up a set of pictures describing how he put together his mac mini inside a custom cube acrylic case along with his Airport Extreme and HDD. With a saber saw [...]...
 
2 Year Old You Can Learn From [iphone Tutorial]
2008-05-11 18:46:28
Well what do you know, the iPhone is so easy to learn and use that a 2 year old can give us a tutorial on how to use its features, very cute!...
 
MacOSX Desktop Comes Alive! [Video]
2008-05-10 11:13:48
This has to be one of the coolest creations I have seen put together in a while, I can just imagine the time and effort that this must have taken. It is hard to explain what this is but just sit back and watch the Mac OS X desktop come alive! [...]...
 
Hola iPhone, Latinos Welcome You!
2008-05-08 10:01:28
If you listen hard enough I am sure you can hear the Mariachi,Salsa and Cumbia playing with the news that Apple has inked a deal with America Movil SAB to provide the iPhone to Latin America. “In another step in the worldwide march of Apple Inc.’s iPhone, the top mobile phone operator in Latin America said [...]...
 
Apple Tribute Video
2008-05-05 22:00:44
This was a tribute video to commemorate the 30th anniversary of our beloved Apple, very well put together and I thought it would be nice to bring it out once more to share with anyone who has not seen it before. This reminds me a lot of the Apple Timeline video I made with Animoto. [...]...
 
Famous People Think Different [Pics]
2008-05-04 11:26:04
I am not sure if these are real or not (don’t think they are but I have been wrong many times before) but we thought they deserve a mention for originality and creativeness, from The Great Ali to Einstein it does not get any better than this. [Show as slideshow] Owned by junkiemind [...]...
 
Just Released - Ghetto MacBook [Pic]
2008-05-03 12:40:49
I guess times are tough nowadays so if you just don’t have the cash to buy a new one then get creative although I question the durability of the tape to hold the ‘Apple’ up or how long do you guys give the Apple itself before it starts to rotten lol. Owned by j.holtslander [...]...
 
Think Simple Think Overpriced Think GTA IV Hilarious! [PICS]
2008-05-01 16:37:53
Being the great game that Grand Theft Auto IV has turned out to be (not for kids) it seems that an easter egg has been found that pokes fun at Apple. So here is one for all you ‘tossers’ out there, lol. Pretty funny. [...]...
 
Psystar Open Computer - Booting Up! [Video]
2008-04-30 19:45:35
Engadget has made available a video of the infamous Psystar Open computer booting up. Very interesting but boy oh boy I can just imagine how annoying that loud fan must be working beside it. Enjoy!...
 
New Apple Product: Apple “i”
2008-04-30 19:14:08
Well we are glad to bring to you the latest in innovation from Apple, we have the video that everyone is talking about and I have to say it left me wanting more. I hope it does the same for you, take a look How will you maximize it? [...]...
 
iPod Touch Mod!
2008-04-29 19:05:43
This iPhone Mod we thought was very cool and needed a mention here on our site. People can be so creative and original that it simply amazes us. Take a look at the following video, integrating your iPod Touch into your car’s stereo system. [...]...
 
Rogers: iPhone Canada Bound Finally!
2008-04-29 07:49:36
Canadian telecoms provider Rogers today issued a brief note confirming that it has negotiated a deal with Apple to bring the iPhone to the country, ending uncertainty that has persisted since the American announcement last year. The company is providing few details at this time but expects a launch before the end of 2008, according [...]...
 
Top Summerboard Themes And How To Create One!
2008-04-26 01:28:12
We believe that a lot of people are searching for resources on how to go about maximizing their iPhone or iPod Touch experience therefore in this post we bring to you our favorite Summerboard themes and some links for you to check out! Enjoy! [Show as slideshow] Here is a nice tutorial to follow if you are [...]...
 
I Am A Mac Man!
2008-04-25 00:46:52
Ok everyone, I have to admit that I am a little embarrassed by the following video as a fan of the Mac brand. I hope someone can tell me how long ago this video was created but it is obvious that it was a while ago. Man oh man, I am glad that the Apple [...]...
 
Surprise Contest - April 24,2008
2008-04-24 19:48:00
If you know the answers please post them in the comments section, first to correctly answer wins the cash!...
 
iPhone Unpacking With A Twist!
2008-04-23 19:27:05
Every now and then you come a set of pictures that catch your eye for their uniqueness and creativity. This highlights the next set of pictures created by ntr23 from Flickr. With that we bring you, ‘Lego men unboxing an iPhone’ The Flash Player and a browser with Javascript support are needed.. var so1826 = new SWFObject("http://maxthemac.com/wp-content/plugins/nextgen-gallery/imagerotator.swf", "ngg_slideshow1", "320", [...]...
 
Pimp My MacBook Air!
2008-04-22 23:18:55
The folks at computer-choppers.com have come out with a pimped out MacBook air plated in 24kt gold, as well as the Apple logo is covered in multi-colored sapphires. They have a gold plated SuperDrive to go along with it to complete the package. Do you guys honestly think you could own a MacBook Air like [...]...
 
Can Someone Take Me Here Please!?
2008-04-22 22:01:10
Since there are no Apple stores anywhere close to where I live, the best I can do is to drool over pictures and videos of people that have had the opportunity of checking out different stores around the world. One of the best ones in terms of presentation (which is one of the things that [...]...
 
Contest Winner Announcement!
2008-04-22 19:55:04
Well Folks, it is time to announce the winner of our ‘Write A Review’ Contest, here is an excerpt of the winning review which can be found here. “Sometimes you just run across some guy in the back room that is writing about something they love, and Max the Mac is one of those under sung [...]...
 
Cake Anyone? Best Apple Themed Cakes!!
2008-04-22 17:51:10
Continuing on the unique and creative theme that we seem to be on here at Maxthemac.com lately, we bring to you the best Apple themed CAKES! You read me correctly, there are fans out there that will integrate their Apple obsession into their daily life in just about every way imaginable. This is just another… Click the [...]...
 
Help Me Stop This Injustice!!
2008-04-19 23:50:34
So I was walking around the thrift store the other day, looking to buy some little trinket. The little ol’ ladies that work in this thrift store came in from the back room rolling in a big bin full of junk. I glanced inside the bin as she was strolling by and I [...]...
 
Top 10 Jailbreak Applications For iPhone/iPod Touch
2008-04-19 21:50:08
To continue on with the iPhone/iPod Touch posts, I decided to list the top 10 Jailbreak applications that I use the most. There are a lot of applications that can be downloaded through the Installer program which can range from fun little games to pass the time, personalization and customization to productivity apps This list does [...]...
 
Rock Band On Your iPhone/iPod Touch!
2008-04-18 19:12:23
There has been a buzz and requests to provide some iPhone/iPod Touch Jailbreak posts. Of course we just want to say that we do not recommend you jailbreaking your iPod Touch or iPhone and we will not be held responsible for any damages incurred if you decide to take part in this hobby :). Now [...]...
 
Surprise Contest: April 17,2008 Trivia Plus Image!
2008-04-17 18:57:17
It is time once again boys and girls to everyone’s favorite game! This time however we will include a little trivia. How much was the Apple I market-priced at in July 1976 when it originally went on sale? and lastly, Guess this related image Click to enlarge Get both correct and win a cool $5 paid through Paypal! If you know [...]...
 
UPDATE: PSYSTAR = HOAX?! LOOK INSIDE
2008-04-16 21:02:22
I have to give Gizmodo all of the credit on this great article, please everyone have a read and buyer beware for now. “After the Guardian did their own investigation into the Mac clone maker Psystar yesterday, we decided to take it a step further and see if they actually exist, in the physical sense. How [...]...
 
Forget the Courts — Apple May Fight Mac Clones With Tech
2008-04-15 20:35:28
As a follow-up to yesterday article about the ‘Open Computer’, Wired.com has an article up about how Apple may try to counter Psystar Apple’s alternative concept by way of software updates and compatibility problems. “Apple may have a hard time shutting down the new maverick Mac-clonemaker Psystar, say legal experts Psystar, a Miami-based IT services company, started [...]...
 
How to Change the Keyboard Language in Mac OSX
2008-04-15 18:48:18
Here’s a tip for our international members, if you were wondering how to change the keyboard language then look no further. This article is brought to you by Alexia Petrakos from eHow.com Step 1 Navigate to your computer’s “System Preferences”. (Click on the Apple logo in the upper left corner of the screen) & select “System Preferences” Step 2 Select “International” [...]...
 
A Smart Alternative To Apple: Is It Really!?
2008-04-14 21:46:23
There is no doubt that Macs can be a bit pricey but you definitely get what you pay for, that is stability,great usability and a promise that they ‘just work’. I came across a website that offers an alternative to Macs and in the process they claim to have reinvented the wheel. It is called the [...]...
 
Tips For Maximizing Your Apple Macbook Battery Charge
2008-04-14 20:12:07
Tips For Maximizing Your Apple Macbook Battery Charge By Courtland Santos Optimize your Apple Macbook battery settings in Energy Saver preferences to increase battery life. From the Apple menu, choose System Preferences. From the View menu, choose Energy Saver. Click Show Details. Choose Battery or Battery Power from the “Settings for” pop-up menu. Choose Longest or Better Battery Life from the [...]...
 
Nike+ To Extend Compatibility to iPhone and iPod Touch!
2008-04-11 18:57:50
Stuff.tv reports that it looks like Nike+ is planning to be compatible with the iPod Touch and iPhone so you can update your training log via Wi-Fi in the near future. “The first piece of news is that Nike+ will definitely be extending its compatibility beyond the iPod Nano to the iPhone and iPod Touch. No [...]...
 
Conan O’Brien - iChat Session Live!
2008-04-10 17:18:09
Conan O’Brien is one of my favorite late night show hosts, he is a very talented funny guy. I came across a video of his show that aired on Tuesday April 8th,2008 where he proceeded to have an iChat session with Max Weinberg and La Bamba live on his show. Very funny stuff. Enjoy! [...]...
 
Another Surprise Contest! Guess That Image!
2008-04-09 20:18:36
Since the last one was guessed very quickly by Thomas P, we will give you one more for tonight. $5 through Paypal up for grabs! Update! We have changed the image because it seemed a bit too hard. Try this one! Leave a comment if you what it is! Click on the image for a bigger version Hmmm what [...]...
 
Surprise Contest - Guess That Image!
2008-04-09 19:19:05
If anyone can tell us what this is then you will win $5 through Paypal. This is the first time we are testing these quick and easy contests, if it generates interest than we wil continue them. If you think you know what this is then leave a comment with your guess, first person with correct [...]...
 
MacOSX Inferior To Vista!?
2008-04-09 17:12:37
Preston Gralla has listed 5 reasons why he thinks Windows Vista is better than MacOSX. It is an interesting read that all of you should have a look at although some of his reasoning I have a feeling it’s a bit off. Here are Preston’s 5 Reasons and my 2 cents: Vista runs more software - Ok, [...]...
 
Can Your Mac Do This?
2008-04-09 11:01:29
I have always wondered how many applications my MacBook could run at one time without starting to experience some significant slowdowns. At one point I opened about 30 or so but started to get a little nervous about doing some sort of damage to my drive or system so I stopped plus I ran out [...]...
 
Top 5 Free RSS Readers For Mac
2008-04-08 19:30:36
There are many RSS readers aroud the net for Mac some being free open source and others are commercial. Whenever we get the opportunity to review applications we prefer to list the ‘freeware’ option. We find that sometimes they are just as good if not better than their commercial counterparts. Here are our Top 5 [...]...
 
Top 5 Free HTML Editors For Mac
2008-04-07 20:41:13
We would like to share with you our top 5 free HTML editors for Mac OS X, we have tried many editors but these are the ones that were worth considering. If you have any other suggestions or would like to share your favorite html editors that are open source then you are welcome to [...]...
 
Playing Windows Games On A Mac Using BootCamp!
2008-04-06 14:48:47
// –> With the inclusion of BootCamp into the new Leopard OS, it opens up a new world of gaming on a Mac, we can take any game available for Windows and simply run it under the said Bootcamp environment at Full Screen. I would of course recommend the best Mac computer you can get to [...]...
 
 
 
 
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