Jul 2006
Techtool Deluxe (APP) Universal Binary
TechTool Deluxe, which comes with the purchase of an AppleCare Protection Plan (APP), is now Universal Binary with the release of version 3.1.1:

http://www.micromat.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=166&Itemid=37

Description:
Updates TechTool Deluxe 3.0.x to version 3.1.1 for the AppleCare Protection Plan.

Changes:
  • Added support for Intel processor compatibility (Universal Binary).
  • Added support for Volume Structure testing of the current startup volume.
  • Added CD download dialog for Volume Structure failure on current startup volume.
  • Replaced Diagnostic and Rezero Unit tests and added Drive Hardware and Directory Scan.
  • Other minor changes and feature enhancements.
  • Updated localization.
NOTE: Version 3.1.1 requires Mac OS X 10.3.9 or greater.

For complete change list, see the ReadMe file.

Also available as a bootable disk image from Apple. Macintosh computer serial number validation required. As at July 29, download around 190MB for PowerPC version and 265MB for Intel version:
https://support.apple.com/techtooldeluxe/main?id=dl
Flip4Mac Universal Binary
Flip4Mac WMV 2.1 now Universal Binary:

http://www.flip4mac.com/wmv_download.htm

Play Windows Media files within your Intel Mac's web browser or QuickTime Player.

wmv_get_free_player
wmv_microsoft_download
iMac for education
Apple introduces Education Institution only 17 inch iMac configuration.

The Education iMac is tailored to suit the needs of campus labs at an affordable pricepoint.

It includes the powerful Intel 1.83GHz Core Duo processor, built-in iSight video camera, iLife '06, Apple Keyboard and Mighty Mouse. Add Apple's Boot Camp or Parallel's Desktop for Macintosh for a dual platform solution!

MA406X/A Education iMac 17 inch 1.83GHz Core Duo 512/80GB/Combo
Available for $1,299 ex GST or $1,428.90 inc GST
(Orders must be placed, not available as floor stock)

Important notes:
  • total 512MB standard, shipped as 2x 256MB; total 1GB and 2GB CTO options
  • RAM should be installed in matching pairs to maximise performance due to shared 64MB video memory
  • 80GB hard drive, 160GB CTO option
  • Combo drive (burn CDs, read CDs and DVDs), no DVD burning option
  • No Bluetooth option
  • No Apple Remote - CTO option or purchase separately

In addition, similar to the other two Core Duo models:
  • 2x Firewire ports; 3x USB 2.0 ports, 2x USB 1.1 ports (on keyboard); mini-DVI port (adaptors extra)
  • Built-in stereo speakers, microphone, headphone/optical digital audio output, audio line in
  • Built-in 10/100/1000BaseT (Gigabit) Ethernet
  • Built-in 54Mbps AirPort Extreme (802.11g) - Note no Bluetooth
  • No built-in modem - CTO option or purchase separately