According to a Reuters article, IBM will produce soon a new 64 bit processor (32 compatible) which will use Altivec. Frequency range begins at 1.8 GHz. PPC970 (its nickname) could be used in future Macs, which should be some "boost" to the actuel range.

MacMusic's 5th anniversary! Don't miss it! Join our first MacMusic party, wednesday 23 october 2002. This will be an exciting event! It will happen in the heart of Pigalle in Paris and is meant for all of us to put a human face on all these icons that we daily read. The celebration will start around 8.00 PM after the SATIS show. We will welcome you with a warm cocktail and a buffet.
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The new CS-32 MiniDesk is a miniature control surface for fast access to the most commonly used functions in most audio programs. It works with Digidesign ProTools, Digigram X-Track, Steinberg Nuendo, Cubase SX, VST, MOTU Digital Performer, Soundscape REd, Cakewalk Pro, Sonic Foundry, Abelton Live, Merging Technologies Pyramix, Logic Audio and Most Audio Software Programs!

The CS-32's radically small size does not reduce it's intense capabilities as a powerful controller with 32 Dedicated Faders/Channel Strips for real-time control of volume levels, Mute, Solo, Track Arming and more.

The "Mini" has Tactile Transport Buttons, Cursor Keys and Weighted Jog/Scrub Wheel, just like the big guys.

Six Rotary Knobs give you hands-on, automation control of Panning and Plug-Ins. A full bank ...

Paris, Porte de versailles from 22 oct. to 24 oct. - The usual SATIS show will welcome all broadcast, video, light and audio professionnals.

PT6-OSX will be introduced at SATIS on Wendesday October the 23rd (7h PM) at Digi's stand (E31). Those who don't have their pass yet will just have to go to the front desk to get a free ticket.