Arnold Kim
Arnold is the Editorial Director of MacRumors and founded the site in February, 2000.
Arnold was also a practicing physician but gave it up in 2008 to focus on this website. He has been writing about Apple for over 20 years, and has been profiled by the New York Times, and interviewed by various news publications about his knowledge of Apple.
He continues to run MacRumors, and provides editorial oversight as well as business direction.
Arnold was also a practicing physician but gave it up in 2008 to focus on this website. He has been writing about Apple for over 20 years, and has been profiled by the New York Times, and interviewed by various news publications about his knowledge of Apple.
He continues to run MacRumors, and provides editorial oversight as well as business direction.
Arnold Kim's Articles
Leopard to Include Virtualization Software?
MacOSXRumors claims that according to "reliable sources", Apple is developing virtualization software to be incorporated into the next version of Mac OS X - Leopard.
According to the rumor site, the upcoming software is code named "Chameleon" and is being developed alongside both Intel and Microsoft.
Virtualization software would potentially allow users to run alternative operating...
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Hands On with Windows XP on Mac
MacCentral posts a detailed walkthrough of an experience installing Windows XP on a Intel Mac mini.
The article gives a good overview of the process and some potential pitfalls during the installation, as well as ongoing driver issues. In short, this is very new technology, and things can still go very wrong with the process. If you have but one Mac, and you rely on it to make a living, I would ...
Intel on Apple's Influence... and Other Apple Gadgets?
News.com's Apple Blog posted quotes from Deborah Conrad -- vice president and directory of "Team Apple" at Intel. This group was reported to be formed back in November to help Apple with their transition to Intel chips. Such a dedicated team is reportedly not uncommon for large customers of Intel.
So, Conrad's team, works closely with Apple on use of Intel technology. When questioned about ...
Universal's Download-to-Own Movie Service [Updated]
CNN reports that Universal Pictures and Lovefilm are launching the "world's first download-to-own movie service" in Britain next month.
The new service will allow people to download the latest movies on their laptops, home computers or handheld devices. Unlike existing rental services, this new service will allow users to own the movies.
Online downloads will be offered starting at...
Dell's Alienware Acquisition... and Apple
ITWeek and others are reporting that Dell has acquired PC maker Alienware. Alienware is a maker of high-end gaming and multimedia PC systems and will reportedly continue to operate as an independent subsidiary. Alienware specialises in high performance computers that differentiate themselves through design. Dell, meanwhile, has become synonymous with basic, inexpensive boxes.
An early blog post ...
More Confirmation of Apple iPod Phone?
Smarthouse.com.au reports that according to insiders at a Taiwanese phone maker (BenQ), Apple has been talking to a number of Taiwanese phone makers in an effort to cut a manufacturing deal on an iPod Phone. They say that Apple will launch an iPod with phone functions within the next few months. "An iPod phone is definitely coming. BenQ will not be making it as we are in competition with Apple...
Apple Stores Pulling Non-Universal Binaries?
ThinkSecret claims that Apple will be pulling poor sales performance software items from their stores to free up space for higher profit items.
Beyond this, as of July, Apple is planning on pulling non-Universal binary software to provide customers with a more consistent software experience. Owners of the new Intel-based Macs will...
Mac OS 10.4.6 8I1116 (Intel) and 8I124 (PPC) Seeded
Apple has seeded new versions of Mac OS X 10.4.6 to developers. The newest versions offer some additional fixes to Internet Connect, ImageIO, QuartzCore, AFP Serevr, WebKit Plugins, and Help Viewer.
At present the release has no known issues in these builds.
Mac OS X 10.4.5 was recently released in February...
Quanta Wins 'iPod with Video' Contract
Forbes reports on claims that Quanta Computer has won contracts from Apple for the manufacture of "video iPod devices".
This appears to simply be the current 5G iPods, as the report continues to state that Inventec Applicances Corp is the current supplier of video iPods to...
Microsoft Vista Delayed until 2007
News.com reports that due to ongoing delays, Microsoft will be delaying the broad launch of Windows Vista until January 2007. We needed just a few more weeks, and that put us in a bubble...where some partners would be impacted more than others," Allchin said in a conference call with reporters and analysts....
French Lawmakers Push Forward with Online Copyright Bill [Update]
AP News reports that French lawmakers have provided preliminary approval on an online copyright bill on Tuesday that could force Apple and others to open their proprietary Digital Rights Management formats to others. The legislation still has to be debated and voted by the Senate. This could take place in May 2006. Under the bill, companies would be required to reveal the secrets of...
No Media Event around April 1st?
UBS analysts claim that Apple will not likely be holding a special event for its 30th anniversary.
Despite expectations that Apple will be releasing new hardware soon, another media event is not expected.
UBS analysts do predict new Intel-based iBooks and a larger MacBook Pro in the "June quarter" and new iPods (including video iPods) by the fall.
This is contrary to previous claims that ...
More Video iPod Reports - Now with Bluetooth?
MacNN reports on a research note released by American Technology Research. According to their analysts, Apple is indeed looking to replace their high end iPod with a new video iPod in the next quarter. New to the rumor is information that the new "widescreen video iPod' would come with Bluetooth headphones.
The addition of Bluetooth to the iPod has been long rumored as well. Apple has also...
Apple iPhone Integration and a Media Device? (Patents)
A search of the European Patent Office reveals a patent application from Apple entitled "Database programs for handheld devices" that was published in Feb 2006.
As advertised, the patent describes techniques for providing access to databases from handheld devices. The application, however, incidentally points ...
PowerPC to Intel Transition Continues, No More iMac G5
As followup to previous reports that Apple had discounted the 20" iMac G5, several readers have noted that the iMac G5 is no longer available on Apple's online store.
While some refurb units remain, all new iMacs are now shipping with the Intel processor.
Meanwhile the 15" G4 PowerBook and PowerPC Mac mini have also been ...
MagSafe Electrical Problem?
Several sites have reposted photos of a "torched" MacBook Power connector which was originally posted on Flickr.
The MagSafe connector reportedly spontaneously "burned up". The user took down the photos after Apple contacted him to investigate the potential issue: The reason for this is that Apple, after dealing with this issue, kindly requested me to remove the pictures at least until their...
Weak iPod Nano Sales?
Digitimes is reporting that "with weaker-than-expected iPod nano sales this year", Samsung had been dumping excess NAND flash stock. Meanwhile, SanDisk has been adding additional pressure with aggressive pricing of their NAND flash...
More Apple iPhone Evidence? 4th Quarter 2006?
According to Mobileread, Barron's online published an online exclusive (subscription required) reporting on comments by Johnny Chan, a Hong Kong based J.P. Morgan analyst, about the looming possibility of an Apple iPhone.
Last week, a Piper Jaffary analyst claimed they felt there was a 75% chance that Apple would release an iPhone in the next 12 months.
The J.P. Morgan reports adds a bit...
60GB iPod Product Line Changes?
Appleinsider notes that resellers where notified approximately one month ago that the 60GB 5G iPod is on Apple's 60 day "at risk" list.
Appleinsider claims that when an item is placed on this list, it could mean that there will be changes to the product in the next 60 days -- this includes replacements or price changes -- so resellers should keep a close eye on inventory of that product....
Apple Mobile Phone Soon? Aloha Trademark
Research analyst firm PiperJaffray informed clients that they expected that Apple would release an Apple branded cell phone in the next 12 months. Additionally, we believe Apple will benefit from the new Intel-based Mac's, along with what we estimate to be a 75 percent chance of a iPhone in the next 12 months."
Rumors of an Apple-branded phone has been ongoing for years. The rumors have slowed...
