Mac OS X Tiger Set For April 29 Launch

Apple is preparing to go to another level with its upcoming OS. Offering what is being called "The World's Most Advanced Operating System," today Apple announced the highly anticipated next version of its Mac OS X, which now resides at 10.4, called Tiger will be available to consumers on Friday, April 29th.

pre-sale orders at the Apple Store for only $129 (single user upgrade price). The shipping information also indicates current purchases will be shipped and received by April 29, which is the official Tiger launch date. Shipping is also free, for now. When an upgraded operating system is launched, it usually comes with a number of new features. Tiger will be no different. Boasting over 200 new features, Tiger should feature enough new stuff to keep Mac users happy for some time. What follows is a cross-section of the new features, courtesy of Spotlight Experience the breakthrough new desktop search technology that finds anything on your computer as quickly as you type. Search your entire system from one place: Files, images, emails, contacts, calendars and applications appear instantly. Safari RSS The world's fastest web browser for the Mac, Safari now boasts built-in RSS support. Scan the latest news, information and articles from thousands of websites in one easy-to-read, searchable article list using Safari RSS. Automator An innovative personal automation assistant that helps you streamline challenging repetitive manual tasks without programming, Automator works like a robot inside your computer. Parental Controls Mac OS X Tiger is the most family-friendly operating system ever developed, thanks to Parental Controls. Protect kids over a wide range of system preferences and applications, including Mail, Safari, iChat and more. To see a comprehensive list of Tiger features, Apple's Tiger page. Chris Richardson is a search engine writer and editor for latest search news.