Apple’s ads on Australian technology pub PC Authority have been spotted displaying some rather unusual price tags for its flagship mobile and desktop computers. Whereas Cupertino’s Aussie online store lists the most affordable versions of the MacBook Pro, MacBook Air and Mac Pro at A$1,599, A$1,999 and A$3,599, respectively, the above, official-looking ads would seem to conflict. Clicking on them still leads to the currently priced machines, but looking at them suggests that – in the absence of some major conspiracy or a splendidly random price hike.

The MacBook Air has increased by A$400 so that what used to be its costliest base price is now its lowest, while the MBP…

It has been quite some time since Apple [AAPL] has updated its Mac Pro computer range, the latest rumor doing the rounds is that Apple are set to release a new version of the Mac pro and the update could come as early as next Tuesday the 16th  of March.

According to reports from ZDNet, the next generation Mac Pro will feature Intel’s new Core i7-980x Extreme six core processor, with a clock speed of 3.33GHZ and a TurboBoost to 3.6GHz.

At this point in time, it looks like this is just a rumor, as ZDNet have said that they have received a number of tips, that a new Core i7-980x processor…

Apple has unveiled a new developer program meant as software developers for their Mac computers. This new platform is based on the similar system as the iPhone Developer Program and it will eventually replace the current developer scheme.

The new Apple Mac Developer Program will cost just $99 a year and it will give developers an access to early builds of OS X, developer boards and technical support, plus a range of tools to program software for the new platform.

The main disparity between to the Mac Developer Program and the old scheme is that Apple has removed the hardware purchase program that gave developers a discount on Mac computers.

Apple have seen…

Are you an Apple fanatic? You must be excited when the new and updated hardware is added to their beloved MacBooks. The last time, it was talked that a new MAcBook feature was the cool new matte screen option making its way back to the line. Reports are coming in now that the MacBook Pro line might be set to get a new processor update.

AppleInsider reports that an email has been sent around to members of the Intel Retail Edge program. The program is something that Intel does for retail workers that allows them to learn about Intel tech and earn coins that can be collected and traded in for…

Do you want a new mouse for your MAC? Why not have a seamless one?

Apple has released a new pointer, the Magic Mouse, which is included with the purchase of iMAC desktop but you can also purchase this mouse separately.

The Magic Mouse is smooth, has a seamless top-shell design that acts as one button or two. The Magic Mouse features a multi-touch surface with gesture support. Scroll vertically, horizontally and diagonally — a full 360 degrees — simply by touching anywhere on the top surface.

With a greater shell area for scrolling, you can get around a long timeline in iMovie through a lengthy web page in Safari or around a…

Apple machines are admired despite the fact that they tend to cost much more than comparably equipped Windows-based PCs.

The line of Apple MacBook notebooks is popular with consumers and professional users alike and the machines gain performance with each of the following generation.

Some of the more recent Apple notebooks have had serious graphics issues that cause poor performance and other problems for many users. Some earlier Apple machines that endured from graphics despairs had flawed NVIDIA 9400 series GPUs to blame. You may think that discrete graphics cards causing issues in Apple products that the firm might be eyeing on integrated graphics with more performance.

As rumor has it, Apple has…

Does your MacBook or Notebook PC have a stand?

Unite has launched the Unite Woodserve - a new stand for your MacBook or Notebook PC. This is designed to be used with both Notebooks and MacBooks and it can store any computer between 21 and 28mm thick.

It is designed to be used when you want to use an external monitor with your MacBook and it comes in a range of wood finishes.

The Unite WoodServe is available in Basswood and Walnut, if you want one they are available for $89 from Unite.

Have your stand now!