Apple got to Psystar

This spring, we learned about a computer from Psystar, which was then called OpenMac, but was soon renamed Open Computer. The product sold by Psystar, as you remember, is assembled from parts compatible with Mac OS X and equipped with a modified version of Mac OS X. The assembly was created using the work of OSx86 Project - a community of people supporting the installation of an operating system on a PC hardware. All this was assigned a price of $ 400, which can be called a cheap alternative to the Mac. Later Psystar expanded the range of services, providing both software updates and server assemblies.

Previously, we have not seen the reaction of Apple to the actions of Psystar, but it has been repeatedly said that sooner or later this will happen. On July 3, Apple sued an ambitious Florida company for copyright infringement. It happened a day after Psystar released a modified update 10.5.4 to Mac OS X Leopard for its clients.

A company spokesman, known only by the name of Robert, after the start of sales of Open Computer, stated that Apple’s license agreement prohibiting the installation of Mac OS X on someone else’s hardware is a violation of the antitrust law.

What if Microsoft only allows Windows to install on Dell? What if Honda after buying your car is allowed to drive only on the roads indicated to it?

Thus, the company Psystar wants to meet with Apple in court, where, in their opinion, Apple will be difficult to defend their rights. The company is going to accuse Apple of overpricing the equipment as part of its defense.

via AppleInsider
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UPD by AmaxSkv : Psystar should not be considered a sort of protector of the world from Apple's “monopoly”, as some say (there are no monopolies, though there is no one here). Not only does Psystar commit illegal actions, they are cashing in on the work of others. After all, Mac OS X was adapted for OpenMac not by them, but by activists of the OSx86 Project. They just took the work of enthusiasts and used in a commercial product, without even thinking to contact those. You can read the post compatriot Netkas, where he talks about the violation and the license to create it (EFI emulator). It is also disturbing that after such incidents, Apple may stop turning a blind eye to the work of OSx86.

Moreover, Psystar Director promises to call back later on all press calls, which, of course, he does not. If you want OS X on a PC, collect your hackintosh, and you can do it better than Psystar did, because judging by the review on Engadget, the problems are full there. Better yet, buy a Mac, they are good, really :-)