In an effort to continue to provide continuous value to Newton MessagePad owners who have system version 1.04 or lower, Apple is providing system update version 1.05.
System update 1.05 will improve memory and power management and will optimize system performance for third party applications and will give users the same functionality as provided by system 1.11.
To receive the update at no cost, Newton MessagePad owners in the United State need to contact the Newton Fulfillment Center at 1-800-242-3374. Outside the United States, please contact your local Apple Authorized Service Provider.
In the United States, there are three ways to update to system 1.05:
1) MessagePad owners with Newton Connection Kit for Windows or Macintosh will receive a floppy disk containing the system update. The system update can be downloaded onto the MessagePad via Newton Connection.
2) MessagePad owners who do not have Newton Connection will receive the update on a memory card.
3) Newton Connection users with on-line access will be able to download the system update through various on-line services, such as Applelink, Compuserve, America Online and others. Then by using Newton Connection for Windows or Macintosh, customers can install the system update onto their Newton MessagePads.
In order to install system update 1.05, customers must first back up their information. The system update will use an additional 32K of system memory to make a more reliable user experience. Therefore, it is necessary for customers to back up their information on a PCMCIA card or on their computer via Newton Connection Kit. If they don't have a connection kit or a memory card, Apple will provide them with a memory card.
