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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!

Local View of Groundhog Day with Photos

Posted on February 2, 2012 by ileneh

Every year on February 2nd, some poor groundhog named Punxsutawney Phil, Seer of Seers, Sage of Sages, Prognosticator of Prognosticators and Weather Prophet Extraordinary, is subjected to a number of misguided human beings extracting him from his home and using … Continue reading →

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Apple in China and Where We Get Our News Companion Article

Posted on January 31, 2012 by ileneh

It is disturbing to read the reports of worker problems in Chinese plants that manufacture Apple products. Yet, the problems are not new, they are not limited to Apple contracted facilities, nor are they ignored by Apple. I published an … Continue reading →

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iBooks Author Elicits Mixed Reactions

Posted on January 24, 2012 by ileneh

Today I wrote a commentary on writers’ reactions to Apple’s new iBooks Author app. My article, “iBooks Author Elicits Mixed Reactions,” appears on MacMost.com. Please take a read and comment here or there. I do value your comments! If you … Continue reading →

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Quickie

Posted on January 23, 2012 by ileneh

I just added a couple of new items to the Hess Memorial Macworld Events List. I find it rather funny that there is a panel with South Park animators (with my esteemed friend Andy Ihnatko acting as interviewer), and a … Continue reading →

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Hess Events List for Macworld-iWorld & iTunes U

Posted on January 20, 2012 by ileneh

Macworld-iWorld Events The Robert Hess Memorial Macworld Events List for Macworld-iWorld next week is ready for your viewing pleasure!  Even if you  cannot attend Macworld-iWorld, check the list, because it contains things to do on the Web too. The Web-based … Continue reading →

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A Closer Look at CleanGenius Pro

Posted on January 18, 2012 by ileneh

There are some utilities that trigger heated debate in the Mac community. These “clean your computer” programs elicit groans from techies because they really are not needed on a Mac. Simon Pride, a 20-year IT veteran and Boston Mac User … Continue reading →

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