Red Alert, one of our forum members, performed a test on his X25-M before and after applying the new firmware:
The performance gain in sequential and random writing mode is really significant, moving in average from 58 MB/S to 80 MB/s. Of course, such figures are rather low when compared to other more recent SSD models usually reaching 200 MB/s in writing mode. However, the Intel X25-M remains the reference unit for performance level when dealing with multiple small files. This firmware update illustrates the potential of improvement for such storage unit.
Another reader had problem with his firmware update and his X25-M will have to be serviced (under warranty), so if you plan to apply this new firmware for your Intel X25-M, remember to backup or clone your drive before applying the procedure. Firmware and explanations are available from Intel website. It is recommended for all X25-M with a firmware number ending with 8610.
A handful of Apple patents made public
The United States Patent and Trademark Office has made public several patents deposited by Apple.
- The first describes the sleep mode of our Macs, in particular the saving of the contents of the memory and instant re-awakening.
- The second concerns the management of energy in the computer.
- The third describes a system of anti-copy protection for software based on a Watermark and a unique key.
- The fourth describes the usage of capacitors to stabilise the voltage and reduce the noise of a power supply.
- The fifth describes a library system capable of storing different types of documents; a bit like that already done in iTunes which mixes music, videos and Podcasts.
- The sixth describes a system of using a magnet to fix the power cord, otherwise known as the MagSafe, that we believe is one of the most beautiful inventions of Apple.
Thus there is a bit of everything in these patents, but not much to serve as a base of speculation.
Bluetooth 3.0 in the Future iPhone?
Instead of launching new rumors, Fudzilla speculates on the availability of the Bluetooth version 3.0 in the future iPhone to be released in June. Thanks to pre-version of iPhone OS 3.0, one can learn that apple will integrate in its future models the Broadcom BCM4329 chip. despite the FM receiver function, which will most likely never be activated, this component supports BT 2.0 and Wi-Fi 802.11n, exactly the hardware specifications required to manage Bluetooth 3.0.
If one adds to this analysis that the iPhone 3.0 will allow P2P connections between iPhones without requiring any difficult settings, the BT 3.0 is the perfect tool for such function. If this remains only hypothesis, it makes sense. Hhowever, having the hardware compatibility does not imply that Apple will implement and develop those functions. It could also decide to activate it only later on when BT 3.0 will really be a true marketing point and the new standard, so in about 6 months from now.
Aperture, iMovie, Server Admin Tools updates available
Filed under: iLife, Software, Software Update
Yesterday Apple pushed out three updates via Software Update. According to Apple, iMovie 8.0.2 "...fixes an issue with projects having a size of 0 KB." That's a problem all right.Aperture 2.1.3 is also available now and "...addresses minor issues in a number of areas, including the display of thumbnails on import and image rotation."
Finally, Apple has also pushed out Server Admin Tools 10.5.6v1.1 which is required to administer Mac OS X Server version 10.5.6 from a remote Mac client. These updates weigh in at 24.1MB, 48.11MB and 92.7MB respectively. The interesting thing here is that Apple was actually a bit forthcoming with exactly what these updates address. Not totally, mind you, but better than the "bug fixes" we usually get.
TUAWAperture, iMovie, Server Admin Tools updates available originally appeared on The Unofficial Apple Weblog (TUAW) on Wed, 15 Apr 2009 02:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
Rumor: Upcoming iPhone parts list published
Filed under: Hardware, Rumors, iPhone
Once again, the folks at DigiTimes have leaked information about a forthcoming Apple product. Citing "Industry sources in Taiwan," they've published an alleged parts list for the next generation iPhone. Standout items include the 3.2-megapixel CMOS image sensor from OmniVision, which seems in line with the rumored video features in iPhone OS 3.0. Also listed is NAND flash from Samsung and Toshiba and Mobile DDR DRAM from Samsung.
Most interesing is what missing from the list. Namely, the processor. So far, there are no solid rumors on what this could be, so it's really anyone's guess. We think it's safe to say, however, that Apple will release new iPhones this summer. Those who purchased original phones two years ago will have their contracts expire in June, just around the time that iPhone OS 3.0 and WWDC will drop. Here's to this summer!
Thanks to everyone who sent this in.
[via theAppleBlog]
TUAWRumor: Upcoming iPhone parts list published originally appeared on The Unofficial Apple Weblog (TUAW) on Wed, 15 Apr 2009 11:45:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
New Intel Firmware for X25-M Significantly Boosts Performance
Red Alert, one of our forum members, performed a test on his X25-M before and after applying the new firmware:
The performance gain in sequential and random writing mode is really significant, moving in average from 58 MB/S to 80 MB/s. Of course, such figures are rather low when compared to other more recent SSD models usually reaching 200 MB/s in writing mode. However, the Intel X25-M remains the reference unit for performance level when dealing with multiple small files. This firmware update illustrates the potential of improvement for such storage unit.
Another reader had problem with his firmware update and his X25-M will have to be serviced (under warranty), so if you plan to apply this new firmware for your Intel X25-M, remember to backup or clone your drive before applying the procedure. Firmware and explanations are available from Intel website. It is recommended for all X25-M with a firmware number ending with 8610.
A handful of Apple patents made public
The United States Patent and Trademark Office has made public several patents deposited by Apple.
- The first describes the sleep mode of our Macs, in particular the saving of the contents of the memory and instant re-awakening.
- The second concerns the management of energy in the computer.
- The third describes a system of anti-copy protection for software based on a Watermark and a unique key.
- The fourth describes the usage of capacitors to stabilise the voltage and reduce the noise of a power supply.
- The fifth describes a library system capable of storing different types of documents; a bit like that already done in iTunes which mixes music, videos and Podcasts.
- The sixth describes a system of using a magnet to fix the power cord, otherwise known as the MagSafe, that we believe is one of the most beautiful inventions of Apple.
Thus there is a bit of everything in these patents, but not much to serve as a base of speculation.
Bluetooth 3.0 in the Future iPhone?
Instead of launching new rumors, Fudzilla speculates on the availability of the Bluetooth version 3.0 in the future iPhone to be released in June. Thanks to pre-version of iPhone OS 3.0, one can learn that apple will integrate in its future models the Broadcom BCM4329 chip. despite the FM receiver function, which will most likely never be activated, this component supports BT 2.0 and Wi-Fi 802.11n, exactly the hardware specifications required to manage Bluetooth 3.0.
If one adds to this analysis that the iPhone 3.0 will allow P2P connections between iPhones without requiring any difficult settings, the BT 3.0 is the perfect tool for such function. If this remains only hypothesis, it makes sense. Hhowever, having the hardware compatibility does not imply that Apple will implement and develop those functions. It could also decide to activate it only later on when BT 3.0 will really be a true marketing point and the new standard, so in about 6 months from now.
Aperture, iMovie, Server Admin Tools updates available
Filed under: iLife, Software, Software Update
Yesterday Apple pushed out three updates via Software Update. According to Apple, iMovie 8.0.2 "...fixes an issue with projects having a size of 0 KB." That's a problem all right.Aperture 2.1.3 is also available now and "...addresses minor issues in a number of areas, including the display of thumbnails on import and image rotation."
Finally, Apple has also pushed out Server Admin Tools 10.5.6v1.1 which is required to administer Mac OS X Server version 10.5.6 from a remote Mac client. These updates weigh in at 24.1MB, 48.11MB and 92.7MB respectively. The interesting thing here is that Apple was actually a bit forthcoming with exactly what these updates address. Not totally, mind you, but better than the "bug fixes" we usually get.
TUAWAperture, iMovie, Server Admin Tools updates available originally appeared on The Unofficial Apple Weblog (TUAW) on Wed, 15 Apr 2009 02:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
Rumor: Upcoming iPhone parts list published
Filed under: Hardware, Rumors, iPhone
Once again, the folks at DigiTimes have leaked information about a forthcoming Apple product. Citing "Industry sources in Taiwan," they've published an alleged parts list for the next generation iPhone. Standout items include the 3.2-megapixel CMOS image sensor from OmniVision, which seems in line with the rumored video features in iPhone OS 3.0. Also listed is NAND flash from Samsung and Toshiba and Mobile DDR DRAM from Samsung.
Most interesing is what missing from the list. Namely, the processor. So far, there are no solid rumors on what this could be, so it's really anyone's guess. We think it's safe to say, however, that Apple will release new iPhones this summer. Those who purchased original phones two years ago will have their contracts expire in June, just around the time that iPhone OS 3.0 and WWDC will drop. Here's to this summer!
Thanks to everyone who sent this in.
[via theAppleBlog]
TUAWRumor: Upcoming iPhone parts list published originally appeared on The Unofficial Apple Weblog (TUAW) on Wed, 15 Apr 2009 11:45:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
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