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
Eminem's Publisher Sues Apple
CBS Marketwatch reports on a lawsuit from Eminem's publisher (Eight Mile Style) against Apple last week.
At issue is a television ad that Apple ran in which a 10-year-old sings Eminem's "Lose Yourself" song. The ad debuted at the launch of Apple's iTunes Music Store alongside 3 other singing ads.
According to the lawsuit, "Eminem has never nationally endorsed any commercial products" and ...
Read Full Article • 312 comments
Mac OS X Security Update 2004-02-23
Apple released a security update for Mac OS X today (in your Software Update). Security Update 2004-02-23 delivers a number of security enhancements and is recommended for all Macintosh users. This update includes the following components:
DiskArbitration, IPSec, Point-to-Point-Protocol, tcpdump ...
Motorola 1.5GHz G4... G4 PowerBooks?
TheRegister.co.uk reports on an updated PowerPC MPC7447 from Motorola.
The updated version of the chip (7447A) runs at 1.5GHz. The previous version of the 7447 processor is currently being used in Apple's PowerBooks.
TheRegister speculates that this may power an updated G4 PowerBook revision while we wait for the G5 PowerBook. Previous comments by Apple execs have noted that "it's going...
PowerMac and PowerBook Updates?
Updates to Apple's "pro" line of computers -- the PowerMac and PowerBook -- remain two of the most anticipated hardware updates.
IBM's new PowerPC 970FX provides hope for upcoming updates for both product lines. While information on the web related to the PowerPC 970FX was relatively sparse after IBM's presentations at ISSCC last week... this Japanese report provides some basic specs with...
iPod Mini Pictures
The iPod Mini was released for sale on Friday at Apple Retails Stores.
Based on various reader reports, the iPod Mini was a very popular item in a number of locations.
Various photo gallerys are starting to appear on the web. Of particular interest, iPoding posts a photo gallery of a disassembled iPod...
Destra and AAC?
Australian IT reports that Destra is adding up to 30,000 tracks from Sony Music over the coming months.
Of interest, the article states that the songs will be available in both WMA and AAC formats. It goes on to specifically state that it will be compatible with the iPod.
Reportedly there will be "protection from copyright violation" built in. It isn't clear if the service would be...
iPod and WMA Functionality
According to DanceFrontDoor.co.uk the PortalPlayer chip used in the Apple iPod (PB5502B-C) is capable of decoding WMA (Windows Media Audio) by default. (but this functionality is obviously not enabled in the iPod)
Certainly, Apple's decision not to allow the iPod to play WMA-formatted songs has always been strategic one rather than a technical hurdle.
With HP's recent adoption of the iPod,...
New Hardware in April/March?
Appleinsider posts some updates regarding the 10.3.3 seed. In addition, according to the site, 10.3.3 is incorporating support for new product offerings that are expected to debut between March and...
Mac OS X 10.4 Info?
Macnews.net.tc claims to have first information on Mac OS X 10.4.
According to the site, 10.4 will introduced a database-driven Finder, metadata support, and more radical changes.
MacNews.net.tc has not been particularly accurate in the...
iSight 1.0.2 Firmware Update
Apple has posted the rumored iSight Firmware Update (1.0.2) to your Software Update: The iSight 1.0.2 update provides improved auto exposure and auto white balance functionality, enhanced IIDC compliance and better overall performance. The iSight 1.0.2 update is recommended for all iSight users....
iPod Mini First Look
Readers are reporting the first of the iPod Minis being delivered.
News.com provides this very well balanced first-look video of the iPod Mini.
Apple will be selling the iPod Mini at their local Apple Stores starting at 6pm on Friday, February...
10% off Camcorders for .Mac Subscribers
Apple contiunes to add benefits for .Mac subscribers.
The latest promotion offers 10% off Camcorders at Apple Retail stores. We're making filmmaking even easier with this timely digital camcorder discount for .Mac members, now through March 31, 2004 only at the Apple Retail Stores. You'll need to present a printout of this .Mac page to get the 10 percent discount on any digital camcorder in...
HP, Napster and iTunes
Despite Napster's popularity at select colleges, it appears that the relauched Napster service is having some difficulties.
This Mercury News article reports that besides losing money, several executives have left and a round of layoffs began on Wednesday.
According to record label sources, Napster only sells approximately 1/4 of the songs that iTunes does.
Of additional interest is that ...
Apple Seeds Mac OS X 10.3.3 7F32
ThinkSecret reports that Apple has seeded Mac OS X 10.3.3 to developers.
Major changes include Carbon, Cocoa, Core OS, Graphics and Imaging, High Level ToolBox, Printing, and USB."
The previous 10.3.3 seed was pulled due to a major bug on 20"...
Apple is now Debt Free [Updated]
99mac.se publishes an internal memo from Steve Jobs to Apple employees today.
According to the Memo, Jobs states that "Today is a historic day of sorts for our company." Apple used $300 million in cash to pay off the rest of their debt, and is now a debt-free company. A big turnaround from over $1 billion in debt in mid-1997. Also noted in the memo is that Apple has $4.8 billion in the...
New Apple Digital Device?
Appleinsider rekindles rumors of an Apple Set Top Box.
The vague details describe "a device that will allow consumers to wirelessly broadcast their iTunes play libraries--from an iPod or PC--to a home stereo, among other things".
Other reports claim iPhoto and iDVD compatibility with this media hub.
Rumors of an Apple "Set Top Box" go back years, but also match recent pre MWSF hints and...
Apple Releases iSync 1.4
Apple posted iSync 1.4 to your Software Update: iSync 1.4 includes support for more Symbian OS smart phones and the iPod mini, as well as stability improvements.
Before you install iSync 1.4, you must install iCal 1.5.1 or later. To download the latest version of iCal, visit www.apple.com/ical....
ISSCC 2004: IBM on PowerPC 970FX
This IDG news article provides some very limited coverage of IBM's PowerPC presentation yesterday at the International Solid State Circuits Conference (ISSCC) 2004.
This particular article offers very few details, but does confirm a 2.5GHz rated PowerPC 970FX from IBM. According to senior technical staff member at IBM: IBM's 2.5GHz PowerPC 970FX will dissipate about 50 watts of power during...
Countdown to iPod Mini
Apple's website now reflects a countdown to the iPod Mini's public release. The teaser page reads "iPod mini: The world's smallest 1,000 song digital music player. For Mac and Windows".
Apple also announced that the iPod mini has received over 100,000 pre-orders since its introduction in January. According to Phil Shiller, "The response to iPod mini has been off the charts".
As...
iSight Firmware Update
Apple is reportedly undergoing internal testing of an iSight firmware update which should be released later this week, if all goes well.
Specific changes addressed are uncertain at this...
