Cool Mac Software: Mactracker 4.1b1 (Universal) is Out

Mactracker is an indispensable utility for macophiles. With this release, Mactracker is now available as a Universal Binary so it runs natively on both PowerPC and Intel-based Macs. Mactracker 4.1b1 is available for download from this Mactracker Web page or by selecting "Check for Updates" within Mactracker.

One of the new features is called "My Mac models" in the Notes section of "This Mac". It allows one to append details about their own models, such as serial number, purchase date, and warranty end date, to an info window. The developer, Ian Page, is specifically looking for feedback on this feature.

Other changes include the addition of Apple's latest hardware updates, model icon previews in the main window, info on whether a Power Mac G5 model uses a built-in or external AirPort antenna, and the current iPod software version.

A complete list of changes, including some known issues with the beta, can be found by choosing "Mactracker Help" from the Help menu.To download visit or select Please note that v Version 4.1 currently requires Mac OS X v10.3.9 or later. [Dana Baggett]