Offline reference tool for Mac / Apple fans

Dec 22, 2008 11:40 GMT  ·  By

A new version of MacTracker is now available. The tool that is an offline knowledge base of every Mac ever made (but also other Apple products) now includes all the information regarding Apple's 13-inch, unibody MacBook. Other enhancements, as well as a few fixes, are included with the new release.

Mactracker holds everything one could possibly want to know about any Apple hardware products (not just Macs), from the specifications and the history of the model, to photos, details about the release date, and even availability. By using the free application, you can search your favorite models by processor type, date introduced, your color label, or even your own comments. It allows you to sort the results by model name, date, or specification. Mactracker also includes the model's original price (where available).

With the help of this utility you can also get information on the performance of the systems. User-submitted benchmarks include models ranging from iBook (Dual USB) to Mac Pro (Early 2008). Info windows contain photos and descriptions courtesy of The Apple Museum, Apple-History.com, Andy F. Mesa, and Wikipedia.

The details to every system include items such as processor speed, memory, optical drives, graphic cards, supported Mac OS versions, and expansion options. Info on accessories and peripherals (mice, keyboards, displays, printers, scanners, digital cameras) is also available.

However, Mactracker doesn't just offer information on Macs. Apple products like iPod, Apple TV, iPhone, Wi-Fi Cards/Base Stations, the Newton, and, of course, Mac OS versions are also featured. Imagery also includes icons and photos (64 x 64 pixels large), all of which have been made available courtesy of a great number of sources (all mentioned on the Mactracker website). The full list of the new additions included in MacTracker 5.0.6, as well as a download link, can be found below:

· Adds MacBook (13-inch, Late 2008); · "My Models" expanded to include Printers and Newton models; · Fixed issue with update notifications where clicking "Remind Me Later" would display the notification again after only 30 minutes; · Updates Support Status for Apple's latest Vintage and Obsolete products; · Other minor changes and additions. Download MacTracker (Free)