appleJAC Macintosh Users

Apple User Group Discount Offers

Softpress Freeway: 25% Discount

Freeway gives you all the legendary ease-of-use and features that launched the desktop publishing revolution. You can quickly and effortlessly lay out your website, embed images and content, then publish your work as standards-compliant HTML. Upload to your server, .Mac or to a folder. You supply the creativity, Freeway handles the code.

User Group members can buy Freeway Pro, regularly $249 (US) for $186.75 (US), and Freeway Express for $59.25 (US), a 25% discount.

Build your website now. http://www.softpress.com/store

Studio Publisher: Save $50 (US)

CFour is proud to introduce iStudio Publisher, the easy-to-use page layout program. Powerful and intuitive, iStudio Publisher lets you do everything from writing a letter or designing a report to creating a brochure or publishing a magazine. iStudio Publisher puts all the tools you need within easy reach to design great looking documents.

This special user group special offers is for $50 (US) off the regular price of $99 (US).

Use this address and the code above for ordering: http://www.cfour.net

This worldwide offer is valid through August 31, 2008.

Rhinoskin Aluminum Hardcases: 25% Discount

Rhinoskin's anodized aluminum cases are custom fit for MacBook and MacBook Pro. Durable yet lightweight, the sleek design slips easily into a backpack or carry-on. The neoprene lining cushions and prevents scratching, and each case is ventilated on the bottom with rubberized feet to prevent slipping. Add in the removable strap system with accessory pouch and access to power ports while closed, and Rhinoskin cases are perfect for road warriors. See the full Rhinoskin product line: http://www.rhinoskin.com

This special user group offer provides a 25% discount and free shipping within the 48 contiguous states:

- 13" MSRP $129.95 (US) - User Group price $97.46 (US)

- 15" MSRP $139.95 (US) - User Group price $104.96 (US)

- 17" MSRP $149.95 (US) - User Group price $112.46 (US)

Enjoy the savings with this link: http://www.mfgdirect.com/static/?s=AD98E2C

This US only offer is valid through August 31, 2008.

iData 3: 28% Discount (extended offer)

A memory upgrade for your brain, iData 3 is a flexible database for storing (and easily retrieving) freeform text, field-based text, images, links and more. It is highly user-configurable, but has well-chosen default settings, making it easy for anyone to begin using right away. iData 3 imports email, bookmarks and more: it lets you design and print envelopes and labels, and even dials the phone.

iData offers members a special user group price of $49.95 (US), well below the $69.95 (US) regular price.

Purchase iData3 or download a demo: http://www.idata3.com/id3mug.html

This worldwide offer is valid through August 31, 2008.

Omni Technologies Memory: Up to 30% Off

Omni Technologies is a US-based Apple Registered Developer and certified memory manufacturer. They offer OptiVal 100% original manufacturer spec certified RAM as well as HyperFormance Multimedia Optimized RAM memory, which runs faster and cooler while outperforming standard RAM.

This special pricing program for Apple user group members affords the lowest in industry volume pricing to the end-user for all Apple-related memory on the Omni Technologies website.

Choose your memory today: http://www.omnitechnologies.biz/cgi-bin/store/cp-app.cgi?&mp=AG&pg=cat&ref=A57

This worldwide offer is valid through August 31, 2008.

  Your Private Haven for Cool Apple Stuff

With offers like a factory refurbished Mac Pro/2.66 for only $1888 (US), the MUG Store is the place where user group members find great deals on everything Mac and iPod. From the latest brand new systems to a wide selection of blowouts and closeouts, the MUG store has something special every day.

Remember that everything you buy means points for your group to spend any way it wants!

Shop the MUG Store: http://www.applemugstore.com

This U.S. only offer is valid through July 31, 2008.

appleJAC on the Radio

As you see from previous posts, appleJAC was on the Radio. On April 19, Sue Snell, Peggy Landwehr, and George Kopp appeared on the KWOS morning show to tell people about appleJAC. We were interviewed for 30 minutes and described what the club was about, what we do at our meetings, and a little about technology in general. Here are a few photos from the event.

End of May appleJAC Digest

That's the end of the May 2008 appleJAC MUG Digest . . . if you're not at member, please join us TODAY.

Tom Piper, appleJAC Secretary/Editor

Airliner to be Shown at March appleJAC Meeting

With the AirLiner slate you can interact wirelessly with your SMART Board interactive whiteboard or Sympodium interactive pen display from 52 feet (16 m) away. The battery-free tethered pen lets you control any software application, write notes and highlight information in digital ink

SMART’s AirLiner wireless slate enables you to teach from anywhere and allows students to interact with information from their seats. Multiple slate users can write at the same time as someone at the SMART Board interactive whiteboard.

Highlights

Teach where you want
Control software applications, write notes and highlight information wirelessly from 52 ft. (16 m) away.

Involve more students at once
Multiple slate users can write at the same time – and at the same time as someone at the SMART Board interactive whiteboard.

Capture your work
Save your notes, screen captures, images and other work to a single file that can be used on both Windows and Macintosh operating systems. Notes and graphics are saved as objects that can be manipulated and reorganized.

February 2008 Digest

Greetings,

I just haven’t decided whether they come from the Far North or the Far South! What interesting Missouri weather we’ve been having. But all is well in appleJAC land.

We’re set to hear a wonderful recap from MacWorld this month, led by the veteran crew of Mark, George, and Tom, along with the new traveler, Steve. It promises to be informative, as well as fun. Other tentative items on this year’s agenda may include:

Feb 5 - MacWorld Recap
Mar 4 - Airliner demo and Q & A session (Please note the change)
Apr 1 - LightRoom/Aperture - Curtis and George
May 6 - PodCasts - Tom
June 3 - MacBusiness
July 1 - Fixit
Aug 5 - Picnic
Sept 2 - "Geek Panel" or "60 gadgets in 60minutes"
Oct 7 - GPS, Geocaching
Nov 4 - .Mac
Dec 2 - Gaming on the Mac

There are several more timely topics in the works, also. Watch your Digest for upcoming news and topics.

January’s meeting was a wonderful overview of iWorks ‘08, presented by George Kopp. It really piqued the interest of many who were in attendance. He always makes things appear so simple -- but then, he IS covering Apple technology! Thanks, George, for a tremendous presentation.

Of those in attendance, lucky winners of the door prize drawing were as follows:

- Robert Williams: iWork '08
- Sue McCormick: 50-sheet photo paper pack
- Sara Kopp: 500-sheet printer paper pack

George and Tom continue to tweak the new web-edition of the aJ Digest to make it the Premier Digest of the midwest. Be sure to give them feedback and thanks.

aJ officers are always looking for new ways of serving members. Please don’t hesitate to make suggestions and offer input to improve this service to you. Make use of the expertise available from the group, but consider adding your own knowledge. We look forward to having presentations by members this year -- even if only a short one.

We are presently looking at a meeting with 3 - 4 presentations of short duration from the membership We need suggestions on future meeting topics, too. We need to know what you want to know! There is almost always an answer, and there is never a question too silly to ask. Is there a topic of which you would like to see just an overview? Or perhaps only part of an application that you would like to see shown and discussed in more detail? Then, please let one of the board members know so that we can meet your needs.

So stay warm and cozy until Tuesday at 7:00 when we will again gather at Lewis and Clark Middle School to foray into the wonderful world of Apple.

Sue

January 2008 Digest

Presidents Corner: Happy New Year!

by Sue Snell, appleJAC MUG President

And a very strange new year it will be for me. At the moment I am asking “How did I get myself into this?” I don’t feel qualified to do the job, and the shoes I’m stepping into seem way too big. I am having severe doubt pangs.

But since I’m here, and I was in my right mind when I said yes (I will practice “Just say NO” in the future), let’s get started. Foremost, I’d like to thank last year’s officers for a wonderful job well done. I believe we fulfilled appleJAC MUG’s mission of bringing information and new skills to the membership in a friendly and sharing environment. Thanks also to the membership for input, questions, and suggestions.

December’s meeting was a roaring success with a presentation on Reunion and Genealogy by Steve Archer. The audience was held in rapt attention from beginning to end. Thanks so much, Steve, for a wonderful evening. Lucky winners of the great door prizes were:

George Kopp - Apple desk clock

Mark Snell - Apple Shuffle

Terry Larkin - iLife ‘08

The future will begin with January’s presentation by George Kopp on iWork, followed by a discussion of “Christmas Gifts I Wanted and Got - or not”. February will be a recap of MacWorld discoveries by Tom, George, Mark, and Steve. (We’re considering calling it Tom’s Toys!). I won’t be in San Francisco this year to keep them in line, but I certainly look forward to hearing their takes on it and looking at all their fabulous and/or fun finds. This should also include there slant on any announcements that may or may not have been made regarding news in the world of Mac.

aJ officers are always looking for new ways of serving members. Please don’t hesitate to make suggestions and offer input to improve this service to you. Make use of the expertise available from the group but consider adding your own knowledge. I have been told many times in many classes that if a person has a question it’s almost a certainty that others have the same question - so ask!

We need suggestions on future meeting topics, too. We need to know what you want to know! (And if you sometimes feel that you don’t know enough to ask an intelligent question, you may join MY club). But ask it anyway; no one - except Mark, and he’s excused - has ever laughed or made fun of my lack of knowledge or simplicity.

So, once again, let me wish you a happy, healthy, and safe new year. See you January 8, 7:00 P.M., Lewis and Clark Middle School, in room 600.

January Meeting Agenda

Another Pearl from Pogue: The Total Guide to 10.5.x

Mac OS X Leopard Edition: The Missing Manual

by David Pogue Publisher: O’Reilly

Publication Date: December, 2007

Print ISBN-10: 0-596-52952-X Print ISBN-13: 9780596529529

Pages: 912 Price: $34.99 (buy 2, get 1 free, plus free shipping)

by Tom Piper

As the O’Reilly website says . . . with Leopard, Apple has unleashed the greatest version of Mac OS X yet, and David Pogue is back with another meticulous Missing Manual to cover the operating system with a wealth of detail. Amusing and fun to read, this is the authoritative book for Mac users of all technical levels and experience. Which new Leopard features work well and which do not? What should you look for? What should you avoid? This book offers objective and straightforward instruction.

I first met David at Macworld New York in the summer of 2001 (when the twin towers were still there). He was doing a Palm demonstration and my son Jason was his helper. David’s stage presence, level of knowledge, rollicking humor, and imaginative perspective left a lasting impression on both of us. Here is a guy who knows how to reveal the intricacies of a product in a compelling and engaging way that improves your knowledge and motivates a sense of empowerment. This all comes through in his writing style too.

Mac OS X: The Missing Manual, Leopard Edition is the authoritative book for Mac users of all technical levels and experience. If you're new to the Mac, this book gives you a crystal-clear, jargon-free introduction to the Dock, the Mac OS X folder structure, and the Mail application. There are also mini-manuals on iLife applications such as iMovie, iDVD, and iPhoto, and a tutorial for Safari, Mac's web browser. The 22 chapters are well-organized into five parts including The Mac OS X Desktop, Programs in Mac OS X, The Components of Mac OS X, The Technologies of Mac OS X, and Mac OS Online, plus six more sections in the Appendixes Part. Whether a straight read from front to back, or a reference guide for specific topics, this an in-depth resource guide that should be on every Leopard user’s desk.

This Missing Manual book starts with The Very Basics by comparing Leopard to its predecessors, both in what is new, and what is gone. David walks a logical path of introduction and orientation to various software features and hardware opportunities, peppering the descriptions with interesting and helpful tips, as well as clear understandable graphics and screen shots. Admittedly, color would be a great enhancement which would also greatly increase the cost and weight of the book. At over 900 pages, its already a hefty publication which might at first appear to be a daunting read . . . don’t hesitate, because a quick flip through the pages will reassure you that it is designed to be helpful. I particularly like the white-text-on-black topic bar an inch from the top margin on the outside edges of both facing pages which quickly tells me where I am, going forward or backwards. He also captures your attention with interesting boxed information,with titles like Gem In The Rough, Power Users’ Clinic, Frequently Asked Question, Up To Speed and others (often with a tongue-in-cheek view of things). If that’s not enough, the comprehensive Index in back will also help you quickly find what you want.

Information doesn’t stop on the last page of the book. Indeed, the last page becomes a bridge to the huge resources available at www.missingmanuals.com with their Missing CD. Everything referenced in the book is available on this website with updates as new versions of Leopard come out. David describes newsletters, websites, advanced publications, and other ways to maintain an up-to-date knowledge level.

O’Reilly is right when they say there's something new on practically every page of this new edition, and David Pogue brings his celebrated wit and expertise to every one of them. Mac's brought a new cat to town and Mac OS X: The Missing Manual, Leopard Edition is a great new way to tame it. I highly recommend this book, regardless of your level of expertise because it will most assuredly take you to the next level and beyond.

December 2007 User Group Vendor Discount Offers

Mireth Technology: 25% Discount

Mireth Technology produces easy-to-use software for the Mac, including ShredIt - File Shredder, NetShred - Internet Track Eraser, and iVCD - DVD, VCD, SVCD burner. Mireth is well known in the industry for providing robust, well-tested products and outstanding customer support.

Take advantage of this Apple User Group member discount coupon and save 25% off the regular prices for Mireth Software that range from $15.00 to $39.95 (US).

Visit Mireth: http://www.mireth.com
The worldwide offer is valid through March 31, 2008.

AppleWorks Journal CD Compendium: 80% Discount

The AppleWorks User Group is the international association of thousands of members in the United States and 51 other countries dedicated to supporting AppleWorks and ClarisWorks users. AWUG is liquidating its supply of the AppleWorks Journal CD Compendium, a four-CD set that contains PDF copies of all 16 years (160 issues) of the AppleWorks Journal.

Normally listing for $159 (US), AWUG is closing this Compendium out at $29.95 (US), plus $2 (US) shipping and handling, to the entire user group community. Int’l orders by credit card only; international shipping additional.

To purchase, send a request to http://www.awug.org/shop/merchant3.html.

The worldwide offer is valid through January 18, 2008.

Roxio Toast 8: 30% Discount

Toast 8 Titanium complements the Mac OS and iLife applications, and sets the standard for burning CDs, DVDs, and now Blu-ray discs on the Mac. Create superior sounding audio CDs with smooth crossfades and transitions. Enjoy your TV shows anywhere with exclusive TiVoToGo and EyeTV burning. Convert and export video for an iPod, PSP, mobile phone, and more. There is no easier way! It's your digital life, Toast It!: http://www.roxio.com

With this special offer, user group members receive $30 (US) off MSRP $99.95 (US).
The worldwide offer is valid through February 29, 2008, and limited to two per customer.

The MUG Store Blowouts

Most user group members love to shop for great deals on discontinued or older accessories and parts & pieces. The MUG Store gives your members a great place to do exactly that:

http://www.applemugstore.com/mugstore/blowouts.php

In addition, all orders placed through the MUG Store receive free shipping - a great savings for those shopping for the holidays! Remember that everything they buy means points for your group to spend any way you want!

Great values at: http://www.applemugstore.com
This U.S. only offer is valid through Feb. 29, 2008.

To take advantage of these or any of the group offers, obtain the offer code in the appleJAC members only area in the left sidebar.

Another appleJAC Member Pilgramages to New York

appleJAC Founder and long time officer Tom Piper and his wife Diane had the opportunity to be in New York City this weekend and visited the 5th Avenue Apple Store.  Tom said the store was wonderful and not surprisingly crowded. 

I can only imagine the crouds as it was crowded even when I was luckey enough to visit there in September.

December Meeting Agenda Posted

December Meeting Features Genealogy by appleJAC member, Steve Archer

The December appleJAC Meeting will be at our normal meeting location of Lewis and Clark Middle School in Jefferson City. The meeting will be held on December 4th at 7:00pm in the 6th grade commons meeting room.  This month will be the long awaited presentation on Genealogy by appleJAC member, Steve Archer.

Here is how Steve describes his presentation;

"I'm planning a thirty-minute Keynote presentation in three parts,the first being how to obtain genealogical information with one's Mac, exemplifiedby using Ancestry.com.

The second will be the filing and storage of the data, using Reunion 9.   And finally I'll show how to share this information by establishing a Dreamweaver web site."

Also, don't forget that elections for 2008 officers will also be held.

2007 Photo Contest - And the Winners Are.....People

The People Category was won by.... me, your Webmaster.... George Kopp.

2007 Photo Contest - And the Winners Are.....Places

The Places category was won by Gale Fuller.

2007 Photo Contest - And the Winners Are.....Other

The Other category was won by Jan Watson.

Photo Contest Winners announced at October Meeting

Wow!  What a hot competition.  The Judges have met and the winner is......... well the winner will be announced in October at the Meeting.  If you want to get a feel for the competition, take a look at the entries.

The 3 Categories are:  People, Places, and Other.

Pick who you think is a winner and then come to the October appleJAC meeting and see who the Judges select.

Annual appleJAC Picnic Tuesday

Meeting will be the annual appleJAC Picnic and Swap Meet.  Bring anything you would like to sell or trade and see if someone wants to make a deal.  appleJAC will furnish the meat, buns, and you just bring a covered dish. Bring you family and Mac loving friends.

The meeting will be at North Jefferson City Pavilion on August 7th at 6:00pm

July appleJAC Digest is Ready!

The JULY issue of the appleJAC Digest is ready for you to download.

This month you can find the digest on the new appleJAC Web site at www.applejac.org

Click in the link to the left side of this page under appleJAC Links titled This Month's aJ Digest (Members Only).

Also, don't forget to check out the list of vendor offers from the month located in the same place.

The July appleJAC Meeting will be the annual appleJAC Upgradeathon.  Bring your machine and let some of the club Mac experts assist you to do an upgrade, or install software.  Be sure to let us know if you will be wanting to install something so we can be sure to have the necessary tools at hand.

The meeting will be at Trinity Lutheran School on July 3rd at 7:00pm

In Memory of Roger Berg.......

Roger Berg, 71, of Columbia passed away at 8 a.m. Wednesday, June 20, 2007.

Just a mere  15 days ago, Roger hosted the Users Group meeting at his studio in Columbia and engaged the group with history and stories of watching the digital photo revolution come of age.  We all could have listened to him for many more hours. 

Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, June 22, at Praise Assembly of God, 4300 Clark Lane in Columbia. Funeral will be 10 a.m. Saturday at Praise Assembly of God. Burial will be at 2:30 p.m. Friday at Mount Rose Cemetery in Lebanon, with the Rev. Dennis Stuart officiating.

Roger was born Dec. 2, 1935, in Crookston, Minn., the son of Henry and Bernice Berg. He married Shirley Shannon Jan. 5, 1958, and she survives.

Early in his career, he managed Mattingly stores in Lebanon, Butler and Columbia. The next 23 years, he was co-owner and manager of Columbia Photo. In 1992, Roger started Creative Photo, a commercial photo studio. He has been a seminar speaker and consultant in the photo industry.

Roger Berg has written three books about portrait photography and digital imaging.

Other survivors include son Jeff Berg and Shelly Elder; daughter, Vicky Rivera and husband Eric; grandchildren Louisa and Tony Rivera; and brothers Jerry Berg and Orvis Berg.

Memorial contributions are suggested to Praise Assembly of God, 4300 Clark Lane, Columbia, Mo., 65202.

2007 appleJAC Photo Contest