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About ileneh

I am a Macintosh expert, writer and photographer. I have published many articles on Apple related products, but I cut my writer's teeth producing grants and market research reports when the Web was just something a spider made. I've also worked as a photographer, dancer and social worker. ilene's Machine was born in 2000 when I realized everything I did involved some kind of machine. First, my answering machine, next a Vic 20, then a Mac 128. Add a variety of Macintosh machines and iOS devices over the years and before you know it, you have reached ilene's Machine. Please leave a message!

The Macintosh Hits 30 and We Celebrate

Posted on January 22, 2014 by ileneh

There’s a buzz and I’ll tell ya whatsa happenin’ on this Saturday, January 25th–A birthday of sorts! A day late, but that’s what weekends do to you. They make you finagle dates to fit your schedule. Oh, and do not click … Continue reading →

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Product Reviews Published Since Oct., 2013 and Poll

Posted on January 19, 2014 by ileneh

Here’s the list of reviews completed by me and published on TUAW since October, 2013. I hope you find the reviews useful. Please also fill in the poll at the bottom. Thank you for reading! Easy-Macro Cameraphone Lens for iPhone … Continue reading →

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I should post more

Posted on September 25, 2013 by ileneh

I really should write more in here, but I’m a bit busy now writing for TUAW.com, plus printing and selling my photos–slowly, but surely. I also do some unofficial volunteering at the local food pantry and take neighbors who can’t … Continue reading →

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Great Blue Heron Photo Cards

Posted on April 8, 2013 by ileneh

I just sold a number of my photo cards to a local coffee shop. They have them on display in a basket on a large wooden bookcase.  I’ve sold cards at small fairs previously, but not ventured into the local … Continue reading →

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A Birthday Present for Mom or for Mother’s Day

Posted on March 17, 2013 by ileneh

My Mom is turning 90 this year. There’s only ONE THING she wants and that’s tickets to the US Open Tennis matches in New York in August. Well, that ain’t gonna happen from me! My Mom has lived and breathed … Continue reading →

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Photoshop CS6, Camera Raw, and Stupid Photography

Posted on January 28, 2013 by ileneh

On Saturday, Tim Kelley, meteorologist at NECN, posed the question: Would you rather go out in sunny 20º weather or partially cloudy, dreary 50º weather? On Sunday, I opted for the sunny 25º weather. I had hoped to find some … Continue reading →

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