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EFi-X USB dongle turns your PC into a Mac for $155

EFI-XNo, the EFi-X USB dongle doesn't turn John Hodgeman into Justin Long. But this little USB dongle, which we first mentioned in June, does let PC users install OS X without buying a Mac. And it's shipping now.

Just plug it into a USB port (according to Gizmodo, we're talking about the internal USB ports hidden inside your PC case, not the kind that hangs out in the front and back), and stick in an OS X install disc. No need to go through all the twists and turns that are typically associated with hacking OS X to make it run on non-Apple hardware.

Keep in mind, you're violating Apple's EULA if you install OS X on non-Apple hardware, even if you've legally paid for the operating system. But you can still probably put together a hackintosh complete with a licensed copy of OS X and a $155 EFi-X dongle for less than the price of an official Mac. Plus, there's a chance you may be able to run OS X on your current system. Just make sure to check the list of supported hardware before sending away for an EFi-X.

Filed under: OS Updates, Hardware, Macintosh, Apple, Commercial

EFiX to offer USB stick that lets you install OS X on any PC


Been thinking about trying to install OS X on your non-Macintosh PC, but don't feel like hacking a bunch of configuration files to get the system up and running? In another week or two, you may not have to. EFiX plans to release a bootable USB stick that is purported to have software that will let you install OS X on any PC with an Intel CPU, as long as you have a retail installation DVD.

Keep in mind, even though you will need to buy a legal copy of OS X to use this method, installing OS X on a non-Apple machine is still a violation of Apple's terms of use.

It's not entirely clear how the EFiX USB stick works, but it does appear to work -- under some circumstances at least. OSx86 contributor netkas got his hands on an early version and shot the video above showing what happens when he used the stick with an OS X restore disc and his Macbook. You won't be able to get your hands on one until the developers begin selling the USB sticks on June 23rd.

[via Hack A Day]

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