Why cant I have a remote?

I don't care that they left it out.

 

On the new keyboards they have next track and volume buttons. That or you could download Synergie.

 

I was thinking about this earlier today... i was thinking that Apple would be better off adding the remote as a package deal with the new cinema displays coming out, to provide it as an incentive to buy the matching display.

Think about it... the desktop is usually tucked away and probably has horrible reception if there.... but if the tranciever were in the monitor, you could use the remote anywhere. And if you don't want the remote... no harm done, just don't use it. I just think it would make a nice option if you wanted to watch a DVD from the screen (since its almost as big as a television).

 

Good Point

That is a really good point about putting the receiver in the display. It would make the most sense and considering the rumors about new displays at MacWorld, I would put it as a pretty good possibility! I have really been wanting a Mac Pro with an ACD but I really can't afford both right now. I will probably get the Mac Pro and upgrade to a good monitor in a few months. Perhaps I will just buy or borrow a really crappy LCD to replace my CRT for now.

 

Really? Where is this rumor!?

 

You could use this:

http://twistedmelon.com/mira/hardware.html

 

Yeah i am using a Mira IR port with my mac pro and a apple remote to go along with it.

 

YOu could use quiksilver. Just google quiksilver or use version tracker

 

But when I am laying in bed, and want to watch movies and stuff, I like the remote.

 

Then buy a remote.

 

I care more about updated specs and price drops than I do a remote. That is why I asked where the ACD rumors were.

 

I can see the receiver being on the display, as it is up on the desk at a better level for receiving the IR signal, where as the Mac Pro may be below the desk and somewhat obscured.

As far as getting a remote now, there are a few 3rd party options as had been mentioned above. I have a Keyspan that works quite well. Not sure about Leopard / Intel Mac compatibility though.

 

Salling Clicker.

 

Nice. This sounds probable. They could still add it as a feature for ~5 bucks and charge us $25 and no one, but the trolls would complain!