MacMall says it's been shipped and FedEx says it should arrive on Monday. No indications -- at least yet -- of it being "turned around" as sumsugar experienced.
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Mac OS X 10.4 (Tiger) Shipping
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Leap of faith...
For the first time ever I've ordered an OS version before seeing definitive testing done by impartial parties or myself for that matter. Of course up until this year I was buying versions of Windows!
On a side note, maybe the new PowerMacs are coming next week as all but the single 1.8 have changed to 3-5 day shipping...
For the first time ever I've ordered an OS version before seeing definitive testing done by impartial parties or myself for that matter. Of course up until this year I was buying versions of Windows!
On a side note, maybe the new PowerMacs are coming next week as all but the single 1.8 have changed to 3-5 day shipping...
bootedbear said:
bootedbear-
Why don't you try to get the tracking number from MacMall? What day did you order, and what day did they ship? I just ordered today, so I really appreciate your help.
HAHAHAHAH
HAHAHAHA . That is very funny!
Twinkie said:
I guess if I'm to follow Mac zealot suit here... Yes, people stood in line. Who wouldn't want an upgrade as soon as possible when you're running Windows 3.1 / 95 / 98 / ME.
OMG M$ LOL BILL GATES IS THE DEVIL AM I RITE M$ M$ M$ M$
HAHAHAHA . That is very funny!
I preordered within a couple of hours of announcement; however, they still say "Processing Order". Maybe later or over the weekend?
This is from the Apple website to end all this, "OMG, it says 'Processing Order,' it must be coming tomorrow!" Sorry, kiddies, it only means it's in their computer waiting until someone comes along, gets the box, puts a label on it, and sends it out. Then, they click a button and your status says, "shipping." Shipping takes a few days... I'm in Canada, and my free shipping is 8 - 10 days, and express (cost extra bucks) is 3-6 days. I don't know the exact shipping day totals in America, but I gather it's pretty close.
So, once it says shipping, add a few days to it and you can guess when it Tiger may be coming to your door.
In other words, start getting excited when it says "shipping," not when it says "processing."
From Apple's website:
Order Status
What does my order status message mean?
Order Received
We've received your order and will begin processing it soonusually within the hour. If you need to change or cancel your order, please check back after order processing begins.
Processing Order
In-stock items are processed immediately so that you can begin enjoying your Apple products as soon as possible. Generally, orders can be modified while they are being processed.
Replaced with New Product
We constantly strive to bring you the latest technologies, and one of our innovations has affected you. After you placed your order, we introduced an upgrade to a product you wanted, so we replaced the product with the upgraded version. The total cost of your order has not increased. You can get the details about your new product by visiting the Apple Store.
Sent to Manufacturing
We're building your system according to your custom specifications.
Preparing Shipment
We are preparing to ship your order to you, and we'll notify you by email when it ships. Unfortunately, at this point, we are not able to change or cancel your order. If you need to return your order after you receive it, please follow the simple return instructions below or contact a sales support agent.
Partially Shipped
Part of your order has left our warehouse using the shipping method you selected. We often send orders in multiple shipments so that you'll have your products as quickly as possible. The rest of your order will ship as soon as it's ready.
Shipped
We've shipped your order to you using the shipping method you selected. If you haven't received it yet, you can track your shipment from the order status page. If you need to return your order after you receive it, please follow the simple return instructions below or contact a sales support agent.
Action Required
We're having trouble processing your order because it is missing important information. Please contact us to provide the necessary information and complete the order.
Electronically Delivered
Your software download, activation key or electronic gift certificate have been delivered. Check your confirmation email for more information about how to use your product.
Complete
All the items in your order have been fullfilled. If you haven't received your order yet, you can track your status on the order status page. If you need to return your order after you receive it, please follow the simple return instructions below or contact a sales support agent.
Cancelled
Your order has been cancelled. We invite you to place a new order at the Apple Store online or call Apple sales support.
So, once it says shipping, add a few days to it and you can guess when it Tiger may be coming to your door.
In other words, start getting excited when it says "shipping," not when it says "processing."
From Apple's website:
Order Status
What does my order status message mean?
Order Received
We've received your order and will begin processing it soonusually within the hour. If you need to change or cancel your order, please check back after order processing begins.
Processing Order
In-stock items are processed immediately so that you can begin enjoying your Apple products as soon as possible. Generally, orders can be modified while they are being processed.
Replaced with New Product
We constantly strive to bring you the latest technologies, and one of our innovations has affected you. After you placed your order, we introduced an upgrade to a product you wanted, so we replaced the product with the upgraded version. The total cost of your order has not increased. You can get the details about your new product by visiting the Apple Store.
Sent to Manufacturing
We're building your system according to your custom specifications.
Preparing Shipment
We are preparing to ship your order to you, and we'll notify you by email when it ships. Unfortunately, at this point, we are not able to change or cancel your order. If you need to return your order after you receive it, please follow the simple return instructions below or contact a sales support agent.
Partially Shipped
Part of your order has left our warehouse using the shipping method you selected. We often send orders in multiple shipments so that you'll have your products as quickly as possible. The rest of your order will ship as soon as it's ready.
Shipped
We've shipped your order to you using the shipping method you selected. If you haven't received it yet, you can track your shipment from the order status page. If you need to return your order after you receive it, please follow the simple return instructions below or contact a sales support agent.
Action Required
We're having trouble processing your order because it is missing important information. Please contact us to provide the necessary information and complete the order.
Electronically Delivered
Your software download, activation key or electronic gift certificate have been delivered. Check your confirmation email for more information about how to use your product.
Complete
All the items in your order have been fullfilled. If you haven't received your order yet, you can track your status on the order status page. If you need to return your order after you receive it, please follow the simple return instructions below or contact a sales support agent.
Cancelled
Your order has been cancelled. We invite you to place a new order at the Apple Store online or call Apple sales support.
iShater said:I'm debating whether I should upgrade to Tiger from Panther or not. I have an 800Mhz G3 iBook with a Radeon 7500 32MB VRAM graphics card.
Will I see a major performance hit if I upgrade? any thoughts on that or directions to Apple info that can help me in that decision?
Thanks.
[edit] corrected video card [/end]
Your iBook is within Apple's specs:
http://www.apple.com/macosx/upgrade/requirements.html
No performance hit as long as you make sure your directory is in good shape prior to installing and follow all these precautions:
http://www.macmaps.com/upgradefaq.html
powerbook911 said:
MacMall doesn't give out the FedEx tracking number. They use an internal system. According to their tracking info, my order left Rialto, CA yesterday morning on its way to Austin.
usarioclave said:
I run two monitors myself and Still need more. I dont think i could dedicate room just for a few widgets. but. I think your thinking more of heads up display then a dash.
with a dash in a car you look down to see it. otherise your looking straight ahead.. with the apple dashboard you only see the dash when you click a button. this can be a middle mouse button if you wanted too. and since it quickly jumps in with expose.. i dont see the need for them to occupy room 100% of the time.. but i suppose having the option wouldnt hurt
usarioclave said:
Im not using Tiger yet, but i would never want little mini-apps on my screen over shadowing applicatoin, ohh how annoying that would be, little things u can see half see, being accidentaly clicked on everywhere
sorryiwasdreami said:
Mine's Also an Educational Copy, and says the same exact thing as yours does. - I placed my Order on 4/13 little after 9pm Pacific.
Abstract said:I'm not even getting it delivered, so I guess I'll be getting it on the 29th.
Hey, if I use my iPod to back up my HD, and I erase my HD and do a fresh install of Tiger, will iTunes erase my iPod when I first plug it in, as my library on my Mac is empty and iTunes syncs my iPod to my iTunes library?
I'm just preparing for the big day (29th for me). Hope you guys report the bugs here so that I can wait for updates before installation.
Yes, I think unless you were using some sort of hack that might be available around the place, iTunes will wipe your Pod...
I highly recommend you create a bunch of iTunes Backup playlists with all your music and burn them as DVD data discs (4.1 Gig each or so) from within iTunes. This will also serve you well in the future as an offsite backup against theft/fire. Once you have the discs you should be able to reimport them into your iTunes running on Tiger.
Not an expert at this but should work
rockthecasbah said:jebus, how small are you freakin' monitors?!?!?!?!?!?!?
Im running dual 21" Trinitron CRTs
I do graphics work . IF i could easily connect two more 21's I would
re: dashboard
Well, they don't occupy space, really. They just would sort of float there. To interact with them you'd still have to click the dashboard key/button.
Think of your monitors: one monitor is the primary, and the other one(s) have extra stuff. Your focus might shift from monitor to monitor, but (unless you have a really lazy eye) only one monitor is "primary."
The secondary monitors, well, those would be for dashboard widgets. They'd just sit on top of your other windows like ghosts.
Time to start figuring out how to hack that in. Once you see dashboard, you'd see why this would be a better idea (and the first real use for translucency I've seen).
adamfilip said:
Well, they don't occupy space, really. They just would sort of float there. To interact with them you'd still have to click the dashboard key/button.
Think of your monitors: one monitor is the primary, and the other one(s) have extra stuff. Your focus might shift from monitor to monitor, but (unless you have a really lazy eye) only one monitor is "primary."
The secondary monitors, well, those would be for dashboard widgets. They'd just sit on top of your other windows like ghosts.
Time to start figuring out how to hack that in. Once you see dashboard, you'd see why this would be a better idea (and the first real use for translucency I've seen).
Sorry but I have to butt in. iTunes will not wipe your iPod. After doing a clean install or whatever, and you hook up your iPod to your computer - iTunes will then open and ask if you would like the iPod to be synced with that computer. You select no, and your music will stay on your iPod. Then you could use some software to take it off.
However here is something more simple. Turn on disk mode - delete the songs from your itunes but be sure not to have those songs go to the trash. Drag your hold music folder to your iPod disk drive and they will be ready for you to drag onto your iTunes app when you do a clean install.
Whew...that's the best way if you don't have a dvd burner. I have about 2000 mp3s with no dvd burner yet, I know what its like to lose music and it sucky!
However here is something more simple. Turn on disk mode - delete the songs from your itunes but be sure not to have those songs go to the trash. Drag your hold music folder to your iPod disk drive and they will be ready for you to drag onto your iTunes app when you do a clean install.
Whew...that's the best way if you don't have a dvd burner. I have about 2000 mp3s with no dvd burner yet, I know what its like to lose music and it sucky!
aswitcher said:
machan said:
Tiger and final cut studio. I'm jealous. I just hope Tiger brings some performance gains to Motion.