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The June 2005 issue of Popular Science includes an article on the Mac mini and its various uses. The story covers using the Mac mini in the living room and in the car, as well as setting it up as a web server and phone switch box. The article mentions some of the items that we have reported on here, such as the Xenarc and Lilliput displays, the Carnetix P1900 and the i3 software. We particularly enjoyed the …

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The Mac mini dock project that we mentioned in an earlier story has been significantly updated. The new version has an articulated lever that when pulled will release the Mac mini from the dock. Also, an on/off button linkage has been added that allows you to press the power button from the front of the dock.

There is a collection of high resolution images available that illustrate the detail of this project. Also check out the two downloadable movies showing …

An interesting functional prototype Mac mini dock has been developed for use in an in-car installation. This prototype allows the user to slide the Mac mini CPU into the dock (much like a removable car stereo) and all the necessary connections are automatically engaged in the back. A small strap can be pulled to disengage the connections and release the unit from the dock.

While the prototype is a bit rough, the concept behind it is strong and is quite …

A clean, safe and reliable power regulator is coming for the Mac mini! CarNetix, a market leading manufacturer of CarPC automotive products, is currently developing the CNX-P1900. The CNX-P1900 is a 120 watt intelligent DC-DC power regulator designed for the latest CarPCs, including the Mac mini.

The CNX-P1900 provides two outputs, one for the CPU and another for powering an LCD screen or USB devices. The CNX-P1900 provides the necessary regulated power during engine cranking so that your Mac …