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AnandTech: Intel Core Duo (Yonah) Performance Preview - Part II

Link: AnandTech: Intel Core Duo (Yonah) Performance Preview - Part II.

This is a review of the Intel chip used in the latest Apple iMac and MacBook Pro. The results confirm that this chip is as fast, or faster, than most existing AMD Althon 64 chips and overall beats out the Pentium M as well. The new Intel Core Duo blows away a Pentium D. The bottom line is that few if any desktops or notebooks will be faster than the latest Apple offerings.

Triple Boot on Intel-Based Macs?

Link: Triple Boot on Intel-Based Macs?.

Triple Boot on Intel-Based Macs?

I think Ming Chow nails the content and tone on this issue. We all want OS X, first and foremost, perhaps even more than Linux since OS X is largely a superset in terms of capabilities. But, we can also use Windows for games. The folks at the FBI have it nailed.

Google Local for mobile

Link: Google Local for mobile.

What is Google Local for mobile? Local for mobile is a downloadable application that lets you view maps and satellite imagery, find local businesses, and get driving directions on your phone.

If you have a BlackBerry, I think you should give it try.  Since moving from Palm to BlackBerry, the one "killer app" I've missed is something called Vindigo, which is a database of local attractions and businesses with built-in location information.  It lets you do things like "find all Italian restaurants within 1/4 mile of my current location".  I hope this new Google Local will allow similar searches.  I'll try it when I'm in Manhattan and post a review.

 

Software start-ups feel the pinch | CNET News.com

Link: Software start-ups feel the pinch | CNET News.com.

After six years without showing a profit, company executives decided it was time for plan B: Rather than sell customers pricey, high-end software, Intalio decided to sell open-source software instead, cutting the price from about a half-million dollars to zero.

Interesting development in the software industry.