It's Friday, 26th May 2006 and you're listening to the EuroMac Podcast

Hi, This is Don McAllister and welcome to another edition of the EuroMac podcast.

The EuroMac Podcast is a free weekly audio podcast which covers news, technology and features connected with Apple and the mac from a European perspective.

So on with the news

MacBook Pro 17"

Thanks to all the EuroMac listeners who sent in a reply for my request last week to find out how to make the menu bar on my new MacBook Pro appear on an attached Cinema Display. It transpires that it's just a matter of going into the System Preferences Display Pane and dragging the representation of the menubar from one screen to another. How easy is that! Also, can I just say thanks to Andreas Pfaffling for pointing me in the direction of Teleport by abyssoft. It's a free utility that enables you to control multiple macs from a single mouse and keyboard. It's really easy to set up and now I can move my cursor between both the PowerMAc G5 and the MacBook pro in a single action. You can also copy and paste between machines - excellent find.- An by the way, it's true what they say, don't use a MacBook Pro on your lap, it can get seriously, seriously hot!

teleport.abyssoft.com

Cyberphone for the Mac

( BW)(VOIPVOICE) VoIPVoice Announces First Skype-Certified Phone to Be Sold in Apple's Retail Stores Business Editors/Telecommunications Writers MANCHESTER, England--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 22, 2006--VoIPVoice, the leading manufacturer of innovative Voice over IP (VoIP) products, is delighted to announce the release of their long-awaited CyberPhone W for Mac. As a testament to its industry-leading simplicity, quality and design, it has just become the first Skype-certified device to be available in all Apple stores. The introduction of the new Cyberphone W for Mac heralds a new era in the accessibility of Skype, the industry-leading VoIP provider. This product broadens Skype's appeal to consumers who prefer to use a conventional telephone handset and who opt not to be bound to their PCs by headsets. The Cyberphone-W for Mac has been designed to deliver very high-quality sound and features -- Leading edge design looks great on your desk! -- Tightly integrated with Skype, simplifying calling your friends whether they're Skype users or not -- It looks and acts just like a normal phone -- Manage your Skype contacts direct from the keypad -- Skyping-out via the keypad -- In-built LED to indicate incoming calls, voicemail's, on/off-hook status Following a 4-week exclusive period in-store at all Apple outlets nationwide, Mac Cyberphone will be available for purchase directly from the VoIPVoice store ( and Skype's online shop ().

www.voipvoice.com—webshop)accessories.skype.com

World Cup Nano Covers

Ipodnn reports the AVA Showcase has introduced its new range of Lava World Cup Cases for Apple's iPod nano. The new cases are available for 12 different teams in the colours of England, France, Spain, Italy, Netherlands, Brazil, Japan, South Korea, Sweden, Argentina, Germany and the USA. The accessories are made from anti-dust coated silicon featuring a rigid screen protector, covered clickwheel, and easy access to the headphone port as well as the Dock connector. Lava World Cup Cases are priced at $15 and work with iPod nano as well as first-, second-, and fourth-generation iPods.

iPodNN http://www.avashowcase.com/

Free Software

MAcworld UK Architecture students are being offered a free copy of the industry standard architectural design application, ArchiCAD. The free deal is available through the Apple website, which explains: "Now the power of ArchiCAD is accessible to all architecture students, for free. Simply download the software, and you will receive a serial number, good for a month of use. Then, after submitting proof of student status, you will receive a serial number valid for a year." Apple has consistently applied itself to the architecture market in its attempt to boost new markets for its products. "Fully equipped with the latest communication tools and technologies, and widely used by both education institutions and professional architects, the Mac is the ideal platform for architecture students." the company explains. Among its many advantages, ArchiCAD offers a Virtual Building feature which allows architects to conceptualise the building in all its dimensions within a data-rich 3D simulation. Apple calls the application: "one of the most efficient tools for producing traditional plans and elevations." The company also draws a parallel between its award-winning engineers and product designers and the work architects do: "Apple's designers and engineers agonise over every millimetre of every new Mac and every pixel of the user interface. Our pursuit of efficiency through functionality and simplicity mirrors qualities that architects value highly in their own work."

Macworld UK - ArchiCADApple - Archicad 10 for Students

Apple Still In 'Early Stages' Of IPod Expansion

Credit Suisse maintained an "outperform" rating on Apple Computer despite what the firm sees as increasing concerns regarding the future growth of the popular iPod music and video players. "We believe Apple is still in the early stages of its product expansion and that the company can grow its iPod units at least 20% for the foreseeable future," wrote analyst Robert Semple, in report sent to clients Tuesday. The analyst's prediction comes from what he sees as the low penetration rate of the iPod, estimated at about 10% of PC users, or an "active installed base" of about 40 million units worldwide. One region looking ripe for growth is Europe, which has an estimated penetration rate of 7.1% compared with 15.5% for the United States, according to Credit Suisse. "Europe remains the biggest opportunity for Apple, in our opinion, based on its penetration rate of only 7.1% and similar demographics and buying patterns to the U.S.," he said. "However, the company has only demonstrated a moderate inclination to compete in the region, having opened only six retail stores in the U.K. and nowhere else in the region, choosing instead to leverage reseller partners."

Forbes.com

Apple Store in France

According to the France-based Web site MacGeneration, Apple V-P Europe Pascal Cagni has sent e-mail to authorised resellers outlining new contract conditions effective Oct. 30th that seem to set the stage for Apple’s own retail stores in the country. Essentially, Apple will no longer license the term “Apple Center,” but would call them “Premium Providers.” In addition, the use of the word “Apple” or “Mac” will be nearly eliminated for resellers, and a look-alike interior design isn’t required (or perhaps permitted). MacGeneration also states Apple has near-term plans for a store in the Opera district of the city, just north of the Champs Elysees, and home to the large Printemps department store. Plans for a store along the Champs Elysees itself have been known for almost two years. A International Herald Tribune story suggests French politics may delay a Champs Elysees store, while the HardMac site has details on the actual e-mail.

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European Software Developers

The German software house Coding Monkeys have updated SubEthaEdit a text editor for Mac OS X, to version 2.5, which beefs up AppleScript support Other new features include opening and saving of hidden files, easier installation of modes, assistance with mixed line endings and bug fixes. SubEtha 2.5 is a free update for registered users of version 2.x. For new users the cost is US$35. A 30-day demo is available at the Coding Monkeys web site.

SubEthaEdit

Steve Harris - Re-invented Software

While we're on the subject of European Software Developers, checkout this weeks CocoaRadio Interview with Steve Harris of Re-Invented Software. Steve is the developer of Feeder which is the premier application for generating and managing RSS feeds on the Mac. I'm a big fan of Feeder and use it constantly to manage the multiple RSS feeds for both ScreenCastsOnline and EuroMac podcasts. At the last count I've got about eight different RSS feeds all supplying different versions and resolutions of shows and I really couldn't hack it without Feeder! Even if you haven't got a podcast, Feeder is great for creating RSS feeds for your website or blog. I met Steve at the UK Podcasters meetup a few weeks ago and he's a good guy so check out the interview and stop by the Re-Invented Software website.

CocoaRadioReinvented Software

Apple UK has announced for medical imaging professionals on June 20 at Hanover Street, London. Attendees will be offered a demonstration of the Mac-based medical imaging application OsiriXr There’ll also be a discussion on the integration of advanced imaging systems with existing information systems such as Picture Archiving and Communication Systems (PACS) and Radiology Information Systems (RIS). The seminars will have morning and afternoon sessions. Places are limited, so you’re encouraged to register now.

two free seminars

The Rip Curl Mountainwear Research Division is looking for a person to join their design team for a six month placement based in the French Alps for the winter season (October – April) We are looking for someone to work within the mountainwear design team. Based in Annecy, France. Working in the winter design studio. We are in the heart of the French Alps, many ski resorts close by (La Clusaz 25 mins, Chamonix 1hr) and many days spent testing our kit on the hill. This is an excellent opportunity for someone fresh from college / university to work within a fast paced design environment, learn a lot and be able to get a few powder days into the bargain. We are a young international team looking for the right person. The ideal persons will: - Have a love for the mountains, be able to ski, snowboard or both, essential !! - Have a qualification or be studying design or a related field. We would also look at internships or placements if a required part of a design course. - Be computer literate (Apple essential PC an advantage), have a good working knowledge of Illustrator (10 and CS). - Speak a bit of French (would be a huge advantage, though not essential) - Have a good attitude towards work, friendly and willing to get the drinks in !! If you don’t like the outdoors or alpine lifestyle this isn’t for you, if you do, your never going to find a better job than this, I promise !!! If you want to know a bit more then send your CV and some jpegs of what you do to Ross at : rmcphie@ripcurl-europe.com

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Have a great weekend and I'll see you next week for another edition of the EuroMac Podcast.