HBO and Apple officially announced today that programming from HBO is now available for purchase and download on the iTunes Store.

Microsoft today announced the release of Service Pack 1 (SP1) for Office 2008 for Mac.

FastMac has unveiled a line of custom-painted cases for the Mac mini.

The Pixelmator Team has announced the release of Pixelmator 1.2 "Draftsman", a significant update to their GPU-powered image-editing tool for Mac OS X.

Apple has released QuickTime 7.1 via its Software Update utility and on the Web. According to the company, QuickTime 7.1 delivers numerous important bug fixes and addresses critical security issues.

Apple has released Security Update 2006-003 via Mac OS X's Software Update and on the Web.

Salling Software AB today announced the availability of Salling Clicker 3.5, a major update to its two-way remote control software.

We're always looking for new and interesting accessories for the Mac mini. Enter the CinnaRack, a new mount for the Mac mini by Cinnamon Peripherals. It's designed for mounting your Mac mini underneath a desk or shelf, or even inside an entertainment center.

Roxio today released Crunch, a software application for quickly and easily converting computer-based video entertainment for viewing in the living room through Apple TV.

Microsoft has released the Microsoft Office 2004 for Mac 11.3.5 Update.

Elgato today announced the release of EyeTV 3.0.2, an update to their TV recording software for Mac OS X.

Plasq today announced the release of Comic Life Magiq 1.0 for Mac OS X.

VMware has announced the availability of the VMWare Fusion 2.0 Beta, a new version of their popular virtualization software for Intel-based Macs.

Percy from SnapStream has posted a nice article about turning the Mac mini into a Windows-based PVR.

Mozy today announced the release of MozyHome for Mac 1.0, an online backup service for Mac users.

We have seen a few mounts for the Mac mini in our time, but this might be one of the most clever. The MiniHitch ($49.95) from CompWave allows you to mount a Mac mini, on the back of your monitor, by making use of the 100mm or 75mm spacing VESA pattern mounting holes found on the back of many LCD monitors.

Apple has begun offering refurbished Core Duo Mac minis in their online store. The standard 1.66GHz Intel Core Duo Mac mini with 512MB memory (667MHz DDR2 SDRAM), 80GB Serial ATA hard drive, Double-layer SuperDrive, Built-in AirPort Extreme, Built-in Bluetooth 2.0, and Apple Remote is selling for $699.

NewerTech has unveiled the miniStack USB, a new companion hard drive for the Mac mini. According to the company, "The miniStack USB adds everything you need. More hard drive space, with capacity for one 3.5" drive (up to 500GB!), and 3 more USB 2.0 ports. Yes, that's right - you don't need any extra drive cases or hubs for your accessories anymore!"

Apple has released QuickTime 7.1.6 and AirPort Extreme Update 2007-003 via Mac OS X's Software Update utility and on the Web.

Apple has released Security Update 2007-004 v1.1 via Mac OS X's Software Update utility and on the Web.

Apple today announced that new movie releases from major film studios and premier independent studios are available for purchase on the iTunes Store on the same day as their DVD release.

Sling Media today announced the availability of SlingPlayer for Mac, a software client for Slingbox customers who want to view their home TV or Apple TV on their Apple Macintosh desktop or laptop computer.

Apple has released Java for Mac OS X 10.5 Update 1 via Mac OS X's Software Update utility and on the Web.

Apple has posted a developer note for the early 2006 Intel-based Mac minis on the Apple Developer Connection.

Koingo Software has announced the release of Mac Pilot 3, a new version of their customization software for Mac OS X.

Berkeley Data Systems today announced the public beta release of Mac Mozy, an online backup service for Mac users, which offers 2GB of backup for free or unlimited backup for $4.95 a month.

Henner Malchert has posted some information about his Mac Mini Core Duo SATA mod. Using a SATA cable from an external PCI bracket, Henner was able to connect a 3.5" 300GB Samsung HD300LJ SATA hard drive to the Mac mini's interconnect board.

Apple has released Boot Camp 2.1 for Windows XP, Vista 32 bit and Vista 64 bit.

VMware today announced the release of Fusion 1.1.2, an update to their virtualization software for Intel-based Macs.

The Shiira Project has announced the release of Shiira 2.0, an open source web browser based on Web Kit and written in Cocoa.

SuperSync today announced the release of SuperSync 2.3, a new version of their music library synchronization software for iPod and iTunes users.

HandBrake has announced the release of HandBrake 0.8.5b1, a new beta version of their popular DVD to MPEG-4 converter.

Back in February, we reported about Peter Green's Mac mini portable project. Well, it looks like Peter has continued to make improvements and refinements to his design. The new Mac mini portable (MMP MkII) is built into a smaller enclosure and includes a flush-mounted trackpad, flush-mounted keyboard, USB Hub, and 8" TFT screen.

Apple has released the Mac mini Firmware Update 1.0.1.

Mozilla today released Thunderbird 2, a major update to its free, open source email client.

Apple has released Security Update 2007-004 via Mac OS X's Software Update utility and on the Web.

Elgato has released EyeTV 2.4, a free update to its award-winning EyeTV 2 software, which now includes one click export for Apple TV.

H-Squared has announced the release of a new Mini mount for the Mac mini.

The Camino Project has announced the release of Camino 1.6, a major update to their popular web browser for Mac OS X.

Lexmark today announced that, with the introduction of its 2007 product line, it will offer customers an affordable range of wireless printers with prices starting at $79.99.

Other World Computing today announced the release of the 500GB Mercury On-The-Go, a new high-capacity version of their portable hard drive.

Apple has released Safari 3.1.1 for Mac and Windows via its Software Update utility and on the Web.

Apple quietly released the Apple TV 2.0.2 update today.

Apple today announced that it has pushed back the release of its new operating system, Leopard, until October from its target date of June.

When LaCie announced its new LaCie mini Hard Drive & Hub for the Mac mini back in January, we couldn't wait to get our hands on one. Well, after a few delays, we were able to get our hands on the 250GB model that will be released in June, and boy was it worth the wait.

Skype today released Skype 2.6 Beta for Mac, the latest version of the company's popular communication software.

Samsung today announced development of its SpinPoint MP1 series of 7200 RPM 2.5" hard drives.

Macessity today announced its new M4-Mini and M-Mini monitor stands for the Mac mini.

Apple has released EFI Firmware Updates for the MacBook, MacBook Pro and MacBook Air via Mac OS X's Software Update utility and on the Web.

Apple has released the Aluminum Keyboard Firmware Update 1.0 via Mac OS X's Software Update utility and on the Web.