Apple Event in Last Week of February?

[MacRumors]

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TUAW tentatively claims (http://www.tuaw.com/2008/02/07/rumor-apple-event-the-last-week-of-february/) that Mira Mobile (http://www.miramobile.com/) is hiring for an unannounced Apple event in the last week of February.

The company reportedly coordinates television services for sporting and other live events, including Apple's events. TUAW cautions that this is otherwise unconfirmed information, but speculates the iPhone SDK may be the subject of a late-February announcement. We received a similar (the same?) tip earlier this month, but were unable to confirm it.

Of interest, it does appear that Apple contracts out to MiraMobile for their AV needs. A video (http://isoflash.com/?p=6) documents the AV truck that was used at Macworld San Francisco's Keynote speech, which was stamped with MiraMobile's url:

http://images.macrumors.com/article/2008/02/07/175155-miramobile_300.png

Apple is due for a number of potential releases in the coming weeks: Apple TV software revision, MacBook Pro updates, and Mac OS X 10.5.2. The iPhone SDK, however, is the most likely to warrant its own event.


Article Link (http://www.macrumors.com/2008/02/07/apple-event-in-last-week-of-february/)

[Pees330]

Updated Mac Mini?

[Stang68]

Definitely iphone/touch SDK. Steve will showcase the new features and the best apps.

[Jphillippe]

macbook pro!!!!!!!

[Appler]

Why would they need a full event JUST for the SDK's, which could easily be quietly-but noticeably-announced? I do hope for several upgrades, the most important-judging from so many folks here in the forums-is the macbook pro's long due upgrade.

[NewbieNerd]

Goodness, always a reason to think a MBP is coming out on a given Tuesday/week. SURELY this is a guarantee that the MBP will be out by the end of the month. Right?

[HailToTheVictor]

Slingbox for iPhone!!

[Prof.]

MacBook Pro? 3G iPhone? ALUMINUM MACBOOKS!?!?!?!?!:D

The possibilities are endless :cool:

GLAVIN!!! GLAVIN!!! GLAVIN!!!

[oldwatery]

Updated Mac Mini?

Yes...yes...yes....
All this phone stuff is driving me nuts......but that's just me so don't have a go please ;)

[MIDI_EVIL]

Why would they need a full event JUST for the SDK's, which could easily be quietly-but noticeably-announced? I do hope for several upgrades, the most important-judging from so many folks here in the forums-is the macbook pro's long due upgrade.

Because it is a huge thing for them to release the SDK.

They will most likely update a few other things simultaneously.

[Spievy]

I hope they don't release 10.5.2 in late feb

[hhaeschen]

At least get 10.5.2 to us a little earlier!

[xUKHCx]

Just had a look at their website and those lorries look like serious bits of kit.

iPhone SDK release and probably something else, maybe MBs/MBPs - all to LED

[John Purple]

What is SDK?

[Prof.]

What is SDK?
Software Development Kit

Why did i say Standard?? oops, my bad

[Daveoc64]

What is SDK?

Software Development Kit.

In this case, it will allow people to make programs for the iPhone and iPod touch.

[NEENAHBOY]

Wasn't there something about the rumored tablet not being quite ready for a MWSF release? Maybe...

[chr1s60]

This sounds reasonable. If they held an event it would give Steve a chance to announce the SDK release and show how apps are going to work with the iPhone. It would also be a great time for Apple to release the updated MacBook Pro we have been waiting for. Hopefully there will be an event.

[Prof.]

I really want aluminum MacBooks:(

[twoodcc]

yeah this would be very nice. hopefully there is an event, and that when the SDK for the iPhone is released, so will some new apps

[Queso]

Orange iPod nano :)

[Shannighan]

Why would they need a full event JUST for the SDK's, which could easily be quietly-but noticeably-announced? I do hope for several upgrades, the most important-judging from so many folks here in the forums-is the macbook pro's long due upgrade.

because they are going to want to showcase how easy it is to use and they are going to want all eyes on them and the iPhone.

they will also showcase OS X 10.5.2, which i guess is going to have alot more features.

[writeous]

It amazes me how secretive Apple is. The only dates they seem to publicly list are for new OS.

[c073186]

I just bought a 23" Cinema Display. Do you think I should return it and wait to see if new ones come out...? It is unopened. I have three more days left to return it so I must decide soon.

[vijay08]

MacBook Pro? 3G iPhone? ALUMINUM MACBOOKS!?!?!?!?!:D

The possibilities are endless :cool:

GLAVIN!!! GLAVIN!!! GLAVIN!!!

I hope they dont release the Macbook Pros so soon, I ordered one yesterday
:mad:

Could not wait...

[Shua]

Return it as its not opened to be safe.. its only 22 more days away.

[stoutboy1]

Since Im sure, the ability to put apps on the touch will be an upgrade will we have to pay again when its released?

[John Purple]

because they are going to want to showcase how easy it is to use and they are going to want all eyes on them and the iPhone.

they will also showcase OS X 10.5.2, which i guess is going to have alot more features.

I don't think they will showcase 10.5.2.
Otherwise they will have to admit that 10.5.1 (and 10.5.0) were released to early.

[kresh]

Updated Mac Mini?
Yes...yes...yes....)
I'll second that.

Well let's bring this to a vote then! I definitely would like to upgrade my Mini, or add another one with better specs and give my current Mini to one of my younger children.

[John Purple]

I hope they dont release the Macbook Pros so soon, I ordered one yesterday
:mad:

Could not wait...

I hope they do!
Sorry :cool:

[chr1s60]

MacBook Pro? 3G iPhone? ALUMINUM MACBOOKS!?!?!?!?!:D

The possibilities are endless :cool:

GLAVIN!!! GLAVIN!!! GLAVIN!!!

I don't think we will be seeing anything about a 3G iPhone within a month of the 16GB iPhone being released. It would just piss people off and stop any sales of the current models until the 3G one hit shelves.

[Muzzway]

Entirely pink set of iPod socks.

[jturn00]

it will probably a brand new unexpected product like the iplunger

[Kar98]

it will probably a brand new unexpected product like the iplunger

The iMlost, the world's first touch screen realtime GPS! BOOM! Isn't that cool?

[Ja Di ksw]

I hope they dont release the Macbook Pros so soon, I ordered one yesterday
:mad:

Could not wait...

Cancel that order. Honestly, it is just around the corner, you should wait or you will be seriously disappointed.

[MrCrowbar]

Well let's bring this to a vote then! I definitely would like to upgrade my Mini, or add another one with better specs and give my current Mini to one of my younger children.

Damn. I just got one as a server and quiet computer for audio recording. Put that thing in a closet and you don't hear it at all. Only when doing some graphics stuff (eyeTV progressive de-interlacing). Oh well, I neede/wanted it, got it and I'm happy. Who needs CPU performance anyway? I'm happy that my Mini uses 11 Watts (!!!) when idling around. Really a winderful machine, especially with Leopard's "share screen" feature.

[7even]

Orange iPod nano :)

I hope that's not the case.

I was kinda hoping for periwinkle.

[Tinchohs]

If there are a lot of visual aspectes involved, it could be the release of the new Aperture version? They should be due anytime now (at least Apple it self through the Senior PM - Joe) have linked themselves the news that an update is comming.

[TMeb]

What's with you guys hoping for an aluminum MB??!!

MacBook Pros have aluminum enclosures and from what I hear, wireless connectivity absolutely stinks on them.

The MacBooks are well known for the fact that they DONT have a metal enclosure and that their reception is markably better.

I think if they changed the enclosure to aluminum:

A) You'd have pissed off about crappy wireless reception
B) Normal people (not necessarily us, lol) would confuse the MBP and MB

But maybe a backlit keyboard on the MB would be nice...

[magic]

We photographers are hoping this is Aperture 2. (possibly alongside monitors, MacBook Pro, and/or iPhone SDK)

The timing is okay, and there is that 'large number of number of visual resources'...

[puckhead193]

its definitely going to be for the SDK. But hopefully some good news will come for updated products such as MBPs ;)

[SirOmega]

Why would they need a full event JUST for the SDK's, which could easily be quietly-but noticeably-announced? I do hope for several upgrades, the most important-judging from so many folks here in the forums-is the macbook pro's long due upgrade.

Because didn't a few companies say they have access to the SDK early? They're going to announce the broad release of the SDK along with talk about a bunch of new "groundbreaking" applications that will now be available for the iPhone.

I hope that one of the apps is Blackberry Connect. iPhone + Blackberry Connect + Business rate plans = several million iPhones being sold in the next month

[kresh]

Damn. I just got one as a server and quiet computer for audio recording. Put that thing in a closet and you don't hear it at all. Only when doing some graphics stuff (eyeTV progressive de-interlacing). Oh well, I neede/wanted it, got it and I'm happy. Who needs CPU performance anyway? I'm happy that my Mini uses 11 Watts (!!!) when idling around. Really a winderful machine, especially with Leopard's "share screen" feature.

Yeah it's a wonderful little machine. I use our Mini in much the same way. It's in the bed-room (Wired to the Airport BS Extreme w/ GigaBit) feeding media to our AppleTV and all the rest of the Macs. It's also the DVD/CD ripping station and the computer we use for iTunes transactions.

Of all the Macs I've owned this is my favorite form factor. Long live the Mini!

[syklee26]

You fools, this is what will be released in Feb. Event

iPod crocky leather casing - $499 each



One more thing...

iPod socks cashmere edition - $199 for 5

[honeycrisp]

What's with you guys hoping for an aluminum MB??!!

MacBook Pros have aluminum enclosures and from what I hear, wireless connectivity absolutely stinks on them.

The MacBooks are well known for the fact that they DONT have a metal enclosure and that their reception is markably better.

I think if they changed the enclosure to aluminum:

A) You'd have pissed off about crappy wireless reception
B) Normal people (not necessarily us, lol) would confuse the MBP and MB

But maybe a backlit keyboard on the MB would be nice...

While I agree with you that it doesn't make much sense for them to make an aluminum MacBook, I believe they will eventually. Why? Because of this stupid "green" nonsense. Making plastic (petroleum) products will be a thing of the past for them eventually. It's stupid...

[spaceballl]

The apple fanboi inside of me is pretty stoked about this :-)

[bruk201ib]

I don't think that they are going to organize a whole event just for the SDK. Maybe the iPhone (3G?) will be connected to a brand-new MBP running OSX 10.5.2 :D.... that would make more sense (in every mac addict's dream).

[sak77]

I vote for an upgraded mini too

[digitalbiker]

While I agree with you that it doesn't make much sense for them to make an aluminum MacBook, I believe they will eventually. Why? Because of this stupid "green" nonsense. Making plastic (petroleum) products will be a thing of the past for them eventually. It's stupid...

If you think it doesn't take petroleum to process aluminum then you are kidding yourself. Anything that requires heat most likely uses gas, oil, or electricity generated by oil. Apple and everyone else isn't escaping the dependency on oil that easy.

[Bobo Decosta]

SDK, iPhone 2nd generation (release in May), iPhone goes on sale in the entire EU

[bosxe]

SDK, iPhone 2nd generation (release in May), iPhone goes on sale in the entire EU

This sounds about right, maybe also a mention of the mac OS upgrade too.

[basqarl]

Not another 3 weeks.....! :eek:

I can't stand it (the wait) much longer.... :(

Do you remember in Disney's Bambi, when "man" enters the meadow? Momma bird is in the grass with her little ones, repeatedly warning them:

- Listen.
- He's coming.
- Hush.

- Be quiet.

- He's coming closer.
- Be calm. Don't get excited.

- We better fly.
- No. No, don't fly.

- Whatever you do, don't fly.

- He's almost here.
- l can't stand it any longer.

Then momma bird flies into the air and is shot down by ''man"....

That's how I feel.....I'm waiting and waiting and waiting and waiting some more.....and I'm 'this' close to purchasing my MBP but all instincts tell me to wait.....wait....wait.... because if I act on impulse now and make my purchase....I'll be sorry that I did not wait...........

But-

- It's almost here.
- I can't stand it any longer................

:eek:

[Phil A.]

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my prediction (for what it's worth) is the announcement of the SDK and the 3G iPhone (16 and 32GB) with iChat AV built in. iPhone 2 will be available from end of march and current models will be reduced in price by $100. Price for 3G iPhone? $599 for 16gb and $699 for 32GB

[Pukey]

PowerBook G5!

[mac821]

is it possible that Apple uses this event to introduce new MBP?

[chme6583]

The event will be to announce Apple TV Take 2 is postponed another five to six weeks.

[basesloaded190]

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my prediction (for what it's worth) is the announcement of the SDK and the 3G iPhone (16 and 32GB) with iChat AV built in. iPhone 2 will be available from end of march and current models will be reduced in price by $100. Price for 3G iPhone? $599 for 16gb and $699 for 32GB

don't think we will see a 32gb iphone until fall or even later. they just put in the 16, and when prices of these fall, then maybe a 32gb iphone.

[Bobthemonkey]

This sounds reasonable. If they held an event it would give Steve a chance to announce the SDK release and show how apps are going to work with the iPhone. It would also be a great time for Apple to release the updated MacBook Pro we have been waiting for. Hopefully there will be an event.


I like this idea. Make it a mini WWDC, but just for iPhone. Big Stevenote, then some workshops for devs (SDK crashcourse) and some nice presentations from teh select partners who already have access to the SDK. Lotus Notes, sling? exchange support?

[ltldrummerboy]

While I agree with you that it doesn't make much sense for them to make an aluminum MacBook, I believe they will eventually. Why? Because of this stupid "green" nonsense. Making plastic (petroleum) products will be a thing of the past for them eventually. It's stupid...

I agree that it's stupid. I like the plastic MacBook. I have no gripes with it. I've heard that aluminum casing dents easily. It may look nicer, but I don't consider it to be as practical.

[chme6583]

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my prediction (for what it's worth) is the announcement of the SDK and the 3G iPhone (16 and 32GB) with iChat AV built in. iPhone 2 will be available from end of march and current models will be reduced in price by $100. Price for 3G iPhone? $599 for 16gb and $699 for 32GB

Please don't tease me...I want one of those so bad. I love my iPhone, but I only have 300 MB left on it. I'm waiting until the next revision comes to update.

[notnek]

I bet SDK & new MBP's. I don't think the SDK could make a big event by itself. However, combined with a revamped MBP and things could get interesting.

[Icewind]

PowerBook G5!

It's snappier than the rumored Macbook Pro revision :D

[MacSamurai]

they better release the new mbp's well before the end of this month!!and PLEASE bring 10.5.2 with the new mbp's aswell.im guessing new displays since apple are out of NAB,and possibly aperture 2 and SDK

[kabunaru]

Updated Mac Mini
SDK
Updated iMac

that's pretty much it I guess.

[Wingsy]

I remember while programming on a Mac a long long time ago (in Forth no less), those unannounced Apple Events were real buggers to chase down.

(Now who the hell knows what I'm talking about?)

[thechidz]

12" macbook pro!

[rediffusion]

They're going to announce the option of matte screens for iMacs http://img156.imageshack.us/img156/8599/iconprayerdx3.jpg

[skorpien]

So how likely is it that the MBP updates won't be released next Tuesday as per the rumors on this forum, but actually at the end of February at this event? I mean, going from the rumors, it's not coming out until the 10.5.2 release anyway, but are Penryn and the other updates to the MBP big enough to warrant release at an event rather than an update on the web? I'm ready to switch from PC... and I've been ready with my credit card since MWSF... *sigh*

[Shua]

My guess is they are going to do the iPhone SDK, and hopefully Apeture 2.0.
They just released an update for iPhoto so thats off the board. Final Cut Studio just got a rev not too long ago as well. New Hardware revs are most likely out as they upgraded the appleTV back at MWSF. More then likely it will be 10.5.2 now with new CPU support making the interferace 35% faster and a whole bunch of add-ons. Hence why the (4,1) MBPs are being held as if you do a benchmark with and without it won't be that noticable. As Steve loves his BOOM moments that he didn't get to have at MWSF. So thats my visual guess.

My guess is a week before the event they release the MBP Spring 08 Model ahead of time like they did with the Mac Pro a week before MWSF (or at CES) depending on how you want to look at it.

Seriously Steve! ONE BOOM??? Come on you let the Fanboys down! I normally have to use the people on either side of me and their feet to count them all!

[mactastic1971]

Take a history lesson back to the last "special event"...

1) Leather Case for Ipod
2) Ipod Hifi

Go figure...
My guess, MBP will be announced this Tuesday since penryn has finally shipped and the special event will be the following:-

1) Leather Case for MBA
2) MBA wireless speakers

Hahaha
;)

[elppa]

As much as I'd like everything to be unveiled that we know Apple is working on/needs to address:

- Monitors
- Exposing users to Resolution Independence
- MacBook Pros
- Aperture 2
- Java 6
- iPhone SDK
- 3G iPhone

I don't think we will see anything that broad.

The fact we got bumped iPhone specs tells me the 3G iPhone won't be ready until summer/fall at the earliest. Maybe winter.

Monitors might be unveiled with the MacBook Pro (as you can pair the two products to make a desktop replacement), but then this is a bit of a longshot.

Aperture 2 is quite a big product in it's own right. I think it will be amazing, but I don't think Apple will want to dilute the message from the big one:

The iPhone SDK.

I think this is the big focus, but there is one more thing™.

.Mac

Remember at the D (all things digital) conference, when Steve looked Walt Mossberg in the eye and promised him .Mac would get better?

Hands up all the children in the class who thought he was referring to the .Mac Photo Gallery?

Good. No one has their hand up. :D

Now Apple has 3 strong products:
- iPod Touch + iPhone (or whatever you want to call this handheld wireless platform)
- Macintosh
-  TV

I think they will use .Mac to bring all these together in new ways over the internet. It may just be iPod Touch + iPhone and the Macintosh to begin with. This will link in directly with the SDK information, as Apple have always been keen for developers have to integrate into .Mac on the Desktop, why not extend this to the handheld?

So my prediction in short:

iPhone SDK + .Mac

Now is the time and it makes so much sense with the launch of the third party apps to really make the most of .Mac.

This isn't an entirely original prediction as MacOSRumors seem certain something is cooking with .Mac. I am just connecting the dots.

[MarkW19]

I really hope this is new MBPs, the waiting is unbearable, it almost seems like Apple want to skip the update now and not update until March/June etc., which is crazy as most of us have (perhaps foolishly) been expecting updates for the past 2 Tuesdays...

[chr1s60]

So how likely is it that the MBP updates won't be released next Tuesday as per the rumors on this forum, but actually at the end of February at this event? I mean, going from the rumors, it's not coming out until the 10.5.2 release anyway, but are Penryn and the other updates to the MBP big enough to warrant release at an event rather than an update on the web? I'm ready to switch from PC... and I've been ready with my credit card since MWSF... *sigh*

The way I look at it, everyone knows the new MBP will be coming soon, so there is no reason to buy one right now. Til then I am happy with my current iMac. Also, congrats on making the switch.

[tjcampbell]

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I hope that apple NEVER makes alluminum MacBooks. Ive always hated the metal on MacBook pros and PowerBooks as they conduct electricity. I'd get a shock every time I went up to my MBP. Now that I have a MacBook I certainly don't miss that. T

[justflie]

I'm guessing it will be a Town Hall style meeting regarding the SDK. That's all. No 3G iPhone because people that JUST bought the 16GB one would scream for blood. I also have a feeling that the new MBP will be released before then.

[skorpien]

The way I look at it, everyone knows the new MBP will be coming soon, so there is no reason to buy one right now. Til then I am happy with my current iMac. Also, congrats on making the switch.

Thanks. It was a no brainer after taking graphic design where all we used were Macs. It's just been a matter of money ever since, and now that I do have the funds, there's this "wait till the upgrade or you'll regret it" crap... I'm aware that it's not a good time to buy the MBP, which is why I haven't yet. I don't want buyer's remorse mucking up the new Mac feeling I'll have when my MBP arrives. I just hate waiting. Patience isn't a strong point for me unfortunately.

[AidenShaw]

Wasn't there something about the rumored tablet not being quite ready for a MWSF release? Maybe...

What if the Apple UMPC using Silverthorne is coming out mid-summer, and what if it has 3G cellular builtin?

Apple might preannounce it at the end of Feb (we know that Silverthorne protos are around) so that there won't be the issue of FCC leaks during qualification.

[ImperialX]

I hope they dont release the Macbook Pros so soon, I ordered one yesterday
:mad:

Could not wait...

Didn't you refer to the Buyer's Guide? Seriously, cancel that order. You'll regret it if you don't.

[EagerDragon]

This is for the MoultiTouch iTablet or the long awaited PowerBook G5, LOL.

[dwd3885]

i hope it isn't imacs! I Just got mine!

[Full of Win]

leather iphone cases and the Hi-Fi 2. I hearcthw cases are 'quite nice'

[EagerDragon]

I remember while programming on a Mac a long long time ago (in Forth no less), those unannounced Apple Events were real buggers to chase down.

(Now who the hell knows what I'm talking about?)

I played with forth long ago. Mainly for robotics.

This may interest you http://www.forth.org/

[elppa]

What if the Apple UMPC using Silverthorne is coming out mid-summer, and what if it has 3G cellular builtin?

UMPC is a Microsoft marketing term. So it won't be called this, whatever it's called.

[Delia]

Definitely iphone/touch SDK. Steve will showcase the new features and the best apps.

I'm having a heck of a time keeping up with the possible updates-- can someone please refresh my memory as to what the SDK is all about?

I was planning on buying an iPod touch sometime this month-- I almost bought one last weekend, but with this rumor floating around I believe I will indeed wait out the rest of the month, hoping at least for a price drop/shift for the 16gb and 32 gb.

[Rogzilla]

This is for the MoultiTouch iTablet or the long awaited PowerBook G5, LOL.

Actually, i suspect the first one. Not a full tablet mind you but a larger variation of the iPhone/iPod touch with the same OS but more power!

[niji]

The new SDK is to be the premier platform to build for mac and iPhone. It really is 1 unified platform now, thanks to the delay of Leopard by 6 months.
This will be Steve's equivalent of Ballmer's "DEVELOPERS, DEVELOPERS, DEVELOPERS,DEVELOPERS" presentation.

[sterlingindigo]

MBP, MBP, MBP </out of breath>:o

[Aranince]

Agreed...new MBP and iPhone/iTouch SDK. Also release of AppleTV?

[Plutor]

While I agree with you that it doesn't make much sense for them to make an aluminum MacBook, I believe they will eventually. Why? Because of this stupid "green" nonsense. Making plastic (petroleum) products will be a thing of the past for them eventually. It's stupid...

Worst post of the day nominee...

[Full of Win]

leather iphone cases and the Hi-Fi 2. I hearcthw cases are 'quite nice'

[ibrainch]

I really think the biggest announcement could be Exchange support for the iPhone which would make it a direct competitor to RIMM and a real option for business customers. Does a SDK automatically mean that Exchange support will be offered?

[mactastic1971]

MBP, MBP, MBP </out of breath>:o

Easy tiger!

[MarkW19]

Is it definite that the bottom processor in the new MBP will be 2.5ghz (or more)?

[gotohamish]

Agreed...new MBP and iPhone/iTouch SDK. Also release of AppleTV?

Sounds plausible. But not just the :apple:TV update, an :apple:TV update with even more features*.

* I hope.

[Sammypurple]

hopefully they update the MBP

[cschulz]

Orange iPod nano :)

....Seriously? Out of all the things you could expect and hope for, all you want is an orange iPod nano?! Are you serious?! :confused: :confused: :confused:

Well... I'm hoping for an update to the iMacs. They're due for a processor upgrade, if you hadn't noticed. I've heard some people request a better video card, and personally 2 GB of ram included isn't too much to ask, I don't think. Maybe a new mouse with some sort of touch sensitive top to it. Blue Ray would be nice as well.

Of course MBP updates and iPhone SDK can be expected.

[UMHurricanes34]

I hope they dont release the Macbook Pros so soon, I ordered one yesterday
:mad:

Could not wait...

Then why hope? You already pulled the trigger, so what's it matter now?

[villanova329]

Quit it with your MacBook Pro whining, go buy one and get your work done.

My new 16GB iPhone awaits this SDK


I hope they update the Mac Mini, the MacBook, the iMac, the MacBook Air, the Mac Pro, the Apple TV, the Airport Express, Final Cut Studio, the entire iPod lineup, make the iPhone Nike+ compatible.... and leave the MacBook Pro hanging so we can here you pigs squeal a little while longer

[aznkid25]

would it be a possibility for Apple to drop the price on the 8 GB to $249, 16 GB to $349 and the 32 GB to $399?

[Delia]

would it be a possibility for Apple to drop the price on the 8 GB to $249, 16 GB to $349 and the 32 GB to $399?

I hope! I almost wonder if they'd discontinue the 8 GB

[Kar98]

....Seriously? Out of all the things you could expect and hope for, all you want is an orange iPod nano?! Are you serious?! :confused: :confused: :confused:


That not what he wants, that what he expects. Slight difference.

[dlastmango]

"I hope they dont release the Macbook Pros so soon, I ordered one yesterday


Could not wait..."

It will be hard... But try not to open the box for 14 days. This was if something does come out in the next 2 weeks... You can exchange it with no loss of $$$

[Shannighan]

would it be a possibility for Apple to drop the price on the 8 GB to $249, 16 GB to $349 and the 32 GB to $399?

iphone or iPod touch? im going to go with touch since there is no 32GB iphone, and im going to say no. i dont think apple would price the 8GB iPod touch at the same pricepoint as the 80Gb iPod classic.

[mwp98223]

would it be a possibility for Apple to drop the price on the 8 GB to $249, 16 GB to $349 and the 32 GB to $399?

That seems like an impossibility. Why would they announce $499 mid Jan and drop by $100 at end of February?

[Fireteller]

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my prediction (for what it's worth) is the announcement of the SDK and the 3G iPhone (16 and 32GB) with iChat AV built in. iPhone 2 will be available from end of march and current models will be reduced in price by $100. Price for 3G iPhone? $599 for 16gb and $699 for 32GB

And my prediction (also for what its worth) is the SDK announcement plus some new application(s). No 3g iPhone yet (pretty sure about this since they just refreshed the iPhone/touch). However, I do think they may announce wireless Air/iPhone bridge (this would be a truly fantastic feature). There's a chance they will announce new MBP with some interesting features, but given Jobs's allusion during the keynote to how much new stuff they have to announce in 2008 they may deffer it to it's own announcement. I bet Apple will average a refresh or new release every month in 2008. They already have 3 so far this year (Mac Pro, Keynote/Air, iPhone/Touch refresh). New displays, MBP, and iPhone 3g all in the queue.

[ezekielrage_99]

It will be some sort of an iPhone bump, either software or hardware based.

[neoelectronaut]

Intel Penryn in all systems that use the C2D.

[JDC55]

It will be a 17" mirror with a nice thin aluminum bezel and it will be called the iDork. Trust me I'll be getting one. :D

[futureswitcher]

would it be a possibility for Apple to drop the price on the 8 GB to $249, 16 GB to $349 and the 32 GB to $399?

not without lowering the classics to $199 for the 80GB and $299 for the 160GB.
Then they would have to lower the nanos to $99 for the 4GB and $149 for the 8GB
....aka not going to happen

plus they wouldn't do it so soon after releasing the 32GB...not after the iPhone fiascio!

[AidenShaw]

UMPC is a Microsoft marketing term. So it won't be called this, whatever it's called.

Try an internet search for "UMPC site:intel.com", and tell me again that it's a Microsoft term. ;)

Silverthorne is designed for MIDs and UMPCs.

They are similar devices, but think of MIDs in the 4" to 5" screen, and UMPCs with 6" to 7" screens.

Let Apple try to call it what it wants, the industry is using the term UMPC.

[OdduWon]

Updated Mac Mini?

seriously, the Mini is still using core duo ( not core 2 duo) chips. But now is too late, with the new mobile platform for 45nm comming out this year what would be the point of using santa rosa now? Cost perhaps, but certainly not to be "state of the art". T
he mac mini air? ...could be like a frisbee, only shinier ;)

[djcraze]

Definitely iPhone SDK, showcasing new apps and how the process will work. Will be distributed though iTunes Store, like the PodCasts are.

Maybe - Possibility to make $$ of the apps, tops of 2 - 10$ per. Some will be free, if the developer wants it to be.

Probably - The Release of TV Take 2
Probably - New MacBook Pros with MultiTouch and CPU Upgrades.
Probably - 10.5.2 Released

Possibly - New MacBooks with MultiTouch, also an Aluminum Casing for an extra ~$150. The black and while models will still be up for grabs.

Not Likely - all Pink iPod Lines.

Day Line Up
+Welcome
|--- iPhone has been selling wonderfully!
|--- What can we do to make it better?
|--- iPhone SDK for Developers
|--- New Better and Greater Apps for your iPhone.
|------ Will be distributed via iTunes Store, Pricing anywhere from Free to 10$
|------ Starting Today
|---------- iPhone apps up for grabs Now
|---------- %Short List of about about 4 apps%
|
|--- MacBook Air has some incredible new features.
|--- What about the rest of the NoteBook lines!??
|----- MultiTouch is now coming to the MacBook
|----- The MacBook Air is aluminum, so how about the MacBook.
|----- New Aluminum MacBooks on sale next week.
|
|--- Thats great and all, but what about the MacBook Pros??
|--- MultiTouch is coming to the MacBook Pro.
|--- Processer Speed Improvments also.
|
|--- AppleTV Take 2 Releases Today!
|
|
|--- Some cool artist to end the show.

[dicklacara]

Because it is a huge thing for them to release the SDK.

They will most likely update a few other things simultaneously.

Maybe the SDK and the Tablet.

[severe]

seriously, the Mini is still using core duo ( not core 2 duo) chips. But now is too late, with the new mobile platform for 45nm comming out this year what would be the point of using santa rosa now? Cost perhaps, but certainly not to be "state of the art". T
he mac mini air? ...could be like a frisbee, only shinier ;)

The mini's been Core 2 Duo since August.

[elppa]

Try an internet search for "UMPC site:intel.com", and tell me again that it's a Microsoft term. ;)

Silverthorne is designed for MIDs and UMPCs.

They are similar devices, but think of MIDs in the 4" to 5" screen, and UMPCs with 6" to 7" screens.

Let Apple try to call it what it wants, the industry is using the term UMPC.

Sorry, only ever heard it called that by MS really, so I just assumed… (wrongly). Thanks for the info.

Does anyone buy these things (in significant numbers)? I don't see too many about.

[Digital Skunk]

******* the iPhone I want my MACBOOK PRO

You Apple Bee Otches.... !

I have had enough of that half witted candy bar smart phone wannabe taking up Apple's valuable resources.

Work on more professional stuff Apple!! :mad:

[DaBrain]

I really want aluminum MacBooks:(

Yeah me three! I been waiting awhile figuring that's gotta happen as this is their last product to go to aluminum/glass I think! Also hoping it's a bit lighter, doesn't dent easy and has the new multi-touch pad.

It seemed like months ago there was so much hype on this amongst the rumor sites and once the MBA came out poof no more discussion on new a macbook aluminum.

Guess we gotta just sit tight for now! ;)

[jakovasaur]

The SDK isn't a panacea, it's likely to be a disappointment for us folks used to a jailbroken phone. We already know that 1.1.3 introduces the "mobile" user instead of running apps as root. How much unfettered access to the iPhone's file system do you think Apple is going to give us?

Also, do you think AT&T will be okay with IM apps staying active on EDGE all the time and cutting into their SMS profits?

[dicklacara]

I remember while programming on a Mac a long long time ago (in Forth no less), those unannounced Apple Events were real buggers to chase down.

(Now who the hell knows what I'm talking about?)

Yeah... Forth was the language Cap'n Crunch (AKA John Draper) used to write EasyWriter (first WP) for the then newly available IBM PC.

He would get a furlough from his incarceration, and Woz would bring him by our computer store so he could debug his work.

Forth was very fast.... Draper could scroll a whole screen of (just entered) text into a DOS BSOD (Black Screen Of Death) in a fraction of a second.

He would then have a hissy-fit that usually emptied he store.


Ahh... the good times...

[MacSamurai]

To all those wanting an aluminium macbook:ITS CALLED A MACBOOK PRO! :mad: and if you cant pony up for a MBP then too bad...lol

[UMHurricanes34]

"I hope they dont release the Macbook Pros so soon, I ordered one yesterday


Could not wait..."

It will be hard... But try not to open the box for 14 days. This was if something does come out in the next 2 weeks... You can exchange it with no loss of $$$

Or just return it unopened as soon as you get it and wait...

Waiting really isn't that difficult, for me at least, when it involves thousands of dollars.

I wouldn't really call the MBP just an aluminum MB, but to each his own.

I'd say a MBA would be the suitable option for someone looking at a Macbook but wanting aluminum. What is the black MB made out of? Because when they first came out I remember seeing a difference in the materials between the white and black. I really only looked at them because of the keyboard and the magnetic latch that NEEDS to find it's way to the MBP

[DaBrain]

To all those wanting an aluminium macbook:ITS CALLED A MACBOOK PRO! :mad: and if you cant pony up for a MBP then too bad...lol

BYTE Me--)))):D

[Astro8973]

to me, it wouldnt make sense for them to even showcase a new iphone. they just bumped the capacity up to 16gb and im sure they want those to sell for a while bfore trashing them for a new iphone. cant wait for the sdk! then ill buy my new 16 gb iphone!!!

[leechlife]

To all those wanting an aluminium macbook:ITS CALLED A MACBOOK PRO! :mad: and if you cant pony up for a MBP then too bad...lol

I want a mbp, but to the move the mb to aluminium seems kinda the way to go.
they removed the plastic look from the imac as well. What's left is the mb..

But then there's not much differnce anymore.

So maybe they merge mb mbp line and just will have 13 - 15- 17" model. Give them all backlight keyboard, and just the bigger models will have sep. graphic card.
(as people with the need for graphic power would most likely also want a bigger screen)

[joeshell383]

Because of this stupid "green" nonsense... It's stupid...

I do hope that you are being sarcastic.

Also, the aluminum casing used on the MBP is more recyclable and attractive.
The two main complaints are dents/scratches and reception. Apple can easily find ways to improve reception and/or strengthen the case.

They will find other ways to differentiate the lines.

[kresh]

To all those wanting an aluminium macbook:ITS CALLED A MACBOOK PRO! :mad: and if you cant pony up for a MBP then too bad...lol

Oh no. That's not the future. The consumer products are going to be aluminum and glass.

The Pro products (MacBook Pro and Mac Pro) are transitioning to an engineered paper case, constructed of at least 80% post consumer recycled paper with a naturally clear 100% cellulose protector for the screen.

Apple must appease Green Peace, and the new Pro products are going to be the most environmental friendly electronic products ever produced!

[pondie84]

******* the iPhone I want my MACBOOK PRO

You Apple Bee Otches.... !

I have had enough of that half witted candy bar smart phone wannabe taking up Apple's valuable resources.

Work on more professional stuff Apple!! :mad:

Calm down! There's no reason you can't get what you want without other people getting what they want. Personally, I have no interest in an updated MBP... but realise others do.

To all those wanting an aluminium macbook:ITS CALLED A MACBOOK PRO! :mad: and if you cant pony up for a MBP then too bad...lol

The difference between the MB and MBP is its casing?! Seriously... what's with all this bratty behaviour?

[JesterJJZ]

G5 Powerbook!

[chelsel]

To all those wanting an aluminium macbook:ITS CALLED A MACBOOK PRO! :mad: and if you cant pony up for a MBP then too bad...lol

Maybe we'll get a Blackbook Pro... so we can all start to look like we're using Dell's again :-)

Just kidding... hoping for new monitors!!! Please... I'm just about to pull the trigger on the 23" ACD and I can barely wait any longer.

[ibrainch]

What is likelihood of this with SDK?

[Analog Kid]

I'm sticking to my initial prediction on the SDK, when they announced it wouldn't be available until February: the new SDK will be announced along side the next generation iPhone, and SDK apps will only work with the new phone.

I'm guessing the new phone is either dual-core allowing user apps to run completely independently of the main system, or the system has been re-architected severely enough to make Apple feel safe having strange code running lose.

Somebody mentioned a reiteration of the Apple TV releases, which will probably be dovetailed into this as well.

Why do people have their toes curled so tight over new MacBook Pros? Is it just me, or are we not expecting more than like a 6% boost similar to what we saw in the Mac Pros? Maybe a $7k quad core? Hardly seems worth all the angst. We're on the Intel train now-- every incremental step is carefully controlled to result in infinitesimal performance improvements.

[dawnraid]

Details about OS X 10.6???

[blackbelt]

So no MBP until the 27th
:mad::mad::mad::mad::mad::mad::mad:

-:apple:

[MacSamurai]

Apple must appease Green Peace, and the new Pro products are going to be the most environmental friendly electronic products ever produced!

taste the rainbow :mad::):D:cool::(

[soLoredd]

New iPhone to run SDK apps? No way. Obviously u are entitled to your opinion but that is asanine.

[MacFly123]

I WANT NEW CINEMA DISPLAYS LIKE 6 MONTHS AGOOOOOOOOOO :mad:

[FCPnewbie]

I'm gonna take a wild guess and say this thing has something to do with them pulling out of NAB.
Maybe they're dropping new monitors that do up to 4K resolution... and introducing the much rumored Shake successor that is capable of handling 4K resolutions natively.
And while I'm dreaming big, also announce that ProRes will now do up to 4K and one more thing... you can run this 4K ProRes on your new... Macbook Pro.

Thank you, and goodnight.

[akadmon]

What is SDK?

What are lorries?

[Analog Kid]

New iPhone to run SDK apps? No way. Obviously u are entitled to your opinion but that is asanine [sic].
I'll presume that's in response to me... Can you think of another reason why they're taking 6 months to get an SDK out the door when they clearly have dev tools already available, and why the SDK release is timed so closely to when we'd expect the 2nd gen iPhone?

[toxicbomber]

The event will begin sometime on the day of February the 15th on a Friday. Set your clocks, people. It's coming. :D
http://img104.imageshack.us/img104/4282/snap213837ds1.png
Don't doubt me on this one. Just wait till the other sites confirm this.
:)

[wildmannz]

So no MBP until the 27th
:mad::mad::mad::mad::mad::mad::mad:

-:apple:

Don't hold your breath.

I don't anticipate new MBPs soon. I got myself a refurbished MBP in Dec. VERY happy with that. And I won't be too upset when the Penryn MBP comes.
(I'm actually living in the real world)

I still think there is a reason that Apple gave a low guidance for this quarter -
because product releases won't come until NEXT quarter.

Back on topic - this is obviously an event for the SDK - since Apple already said it would happen in Feb.

[Analog Kid]

I still think there is a reason that Apple gave a low guidance for this quarter -
because product releases won't come until NEXT quarter.

Back on topic - this is obviously an event for the SDK - since Apple already said it would happen in Feb.
Hadn't thought of that... Think they'll show the next iPhone but not ship it for a few months again? That would stop iPhone sales dead, and probably bring iPod Touch to a trickle.

[akadmon]

That seems like an impossibility. Why would they announce $499 mid Jan and drop by $100 at end of February?

They announced the $499 iTouch 32GB in mid January? :eek: Is that something you overheard in a bathroom stall at the Apple HQ? So when did they announce the new MBP? Come on, do tell!!! :cool:

[fabsgwu]

Gimme updated iMacs with LED backlighting, and Penryn (http://www.macrumors.com/2007/03/28/intel-details-chip-roadmap/) chips (yay green :D)!

My 'ol G4 is one foot in the grave running off an external drive, wahhh :eek:

[neoelectronaut]

Gimme updated iMacs with LED backlighting, and Penryn (http://www.macrumors.com/2007/03/28/intel-details-chip-roadmap/) chips (yay green :D)!

My 'ol G4 is one foot in the grave running off an external drive, wahhh :eek:

While my G4 is in a bit better shape from the sound of it, I am in the same boat.

5-year old G4 machine, waiting for a iMac refresh so I can pick one up day one. I was waiting for Penryn but I hadn't even thought about LED backlighting.

[carve]

Updated macbooks and macbook pros with multi-touch trackpad. Backlit macbook keys. The big product of the show will be an updated mac mini. It will be the size of the mighty mouse, it will cost $500 (you heard it here first!)

[toxicbomber]

Updated macbooks and macbook pros with multi-touch trackpad. Backlit macbook keys. The big product of the show will be an updated mac mini. It will be the size of the mighty mouse, it will cost $500 (you heard it here first!)

No. ;)

[gonnabuyamac]

i'm sooo close to getting a 23" ACD. should i wait until after this event?

[SirROM]

The event will begin sometime on the day of February the 15th on a Friday. Set your clocks, people. It's coming. :D
http://img104.imageshack.us/img104/4282/snap213837ds1.png
Don't doubt me on this one. Just wait till the other sites confirm this.
:)

It won't happen on a Friday because then Apple doesn't get all the buzz and press coverage during the busy work week. That is the main reason why most announcements and product releases from Apple happen on Tuesday. On a Friday, there would be little press over the weekend and they would lose the viral marketing that works so well for them.

In addition, they generally like to "start the buzz" about 10-14 days before the event so people will speculate what it is all about and be more attentive. There is too little time left before the 15th to make this a reality. Sorry....

[thebeat]

It won't happen on a Friday because then Apple doesn't get all the buzz and press coverage during the busy work week. That is the main reason why most announcements and product releases from Apple happen on Tuesday. On a Friday, there would be little press over the weekend and they would lose the viral marketing that works so well for them.

In addition, they generally like to "start the buzz" about 10-14 days before the event so people will speculate what it is all about and be more attentive. There is too little time left before the 15th to make this a reality. Sorry....

well too bad, cause it will happen.

[WardC]

Well here are my thoughts:

#1 Complete refresh to the Cinema Display line: LED-Backlit Screens with 1000:1 contrast ratio, much brighter, much higher response rate, more reasonable prices...a refresh to the lineup:

Drop the 20" - have a 23" a 27" and a 30" with the new LED-backlighting. Prices, $699, $899, and $1399

#2 New Penryn quad-core MacBook Pros with the new 45nm chipsets. Clock speeds 2.4GHz, 2.8GHz, and 3.2GHz - All LED backlit screens on the 15.4" and the 17" - possibly add a high end 19" MacBook Pro to the lineup, 1920x1200

#3 New Penryn-based iMac lineup refresh...same aluminum+black case. offer a 20" and 24", introduce a brand-new 30" iMac to the lineup. Clock speeds 2.4GHz, 2.8GHz, 3.2GHz (all quad-core)

Prices: $1199 (2.4GHz quadcore 20"), $1799 (2.4GHz quadcore 24"), $1999 (2.8GHz quadcore 24"), $2499 (3.2GHz quadcore 24"), $2899 (30" quadcore 3.2GHz)...other variations and prices possible.

#4 New Apeture release (as previously mentioned)

#5 Possibly refresh to Mac Mini sporting a 2.4GHz Core2 Duo, larger hard drive (200GB or 320GB), maybe featuring a better video card (dual-link) to drive a 30" display

#6 MacBook - update processors to 2.4 and 2.8GHz, same price, add an SSD option

...just a few ideas of things that would be great

[Kar98]

Oh! I know! Flash-based Mac mini!

http://i28.tinypic.com/69olyp.jpg

I saw a guy in an elevator with one!

[Ibjr]

Details about OS X 10.6???

They'd wait till a developers, remember much of the early 10.5 was given behind the NDA to ADC people.

[SamIchi]

Oh! I know! Flash-based Mac mini!

http://i28.tinypic.com/69olyp.jpg

I saw a guy in an elevator with one!

Hmm... The elevator confirms it :D

I want to seem some aluminum Mb's.

[a1016neo]

I hope they release a new MBP with a new form factor.

[macnerd77]

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Definetly about the iPhone sdk. I also think they will realese iPhone SW 1.1.4 so that it can run the new apps. Also in 1.1.4 we will have the ability to sync notes and record video. Apple will also release iWork mobile. For people who need to be able to edit documents. There is a reason the brought out bigger iPhones and iPod touches.

[syklee26]

Well here are my thoughts:

#1 Complete refresh to the Cinema Display line: LED-Backlit Screens with 1000:1 contrast ratio, much brighter, much higher response rate, more reasonable prices...a refresh to the lineup:

Drop the 20" - have a 23" a 27" and a 30" with the new LED-backlighting. Prices, $699, $899, and $1399

#2 New Penryn quad-core MacBook Pros with the new 45nm chipsets. Clock speeds 2.4GHz, 2.8GHz, and 3.2GHz - All LED backlit screens on the 15.4" and the 17" - possibly add a high end 19" MacBook Pro to the lineup, 1920x1200

#3 New Penryn-based iMac lineup refresh...same aluminum+black case. offer a 20" and 24", introduce a brand-new 30" iMac to the lineup. Clock speeds 2.4GHz, 2.8GHz, 3.2GHz (all quad-core)

Prices: $1199 (2.4GHz quadcore 20"), $1799 (2.4GHz quadcore 24"), $1999 (2.8GHz quadcore 24"), $2499 (3.2GHz quadcore 24"), $2899 (30" quadcore 3.2GHz)...other variations and prices possible.

#4 New Apeture release (as previously mentioned)

#5 Possibly refresh to Mac Mini sporting a 2.4GHz Core2 Duo, larger hard drive (200GB or 320GB), maybe featuring a better video card (dual-link) to drive a 30" display

#6 MacBook - update processors to 2.4 and 2.8GHz, same price, add an SSD option

...just a few ideas of things that would be great

1. won't happen. no LED screen supports 20 inch and up
2. 19inch MBP won't happen.
3. iMac refresh won't happen yet.
4. possible (unlikely)
5. won't happen. Mini is going to fade away
6. won't happen for a while, period.

[a1016neo]

"Update: 9to5 is chiming in, citing February 28th(?) as the exact date."

(Hey arn it's actually Feb. 26th) :)

Owwwww!!!! If 9to5 say's Feb. 26th then it's defiantly Fed. 26th. (They have been on the spot with the ipod updates back in Sept.)

[mac2maverick]

Definitely iPhone SDK, showcasing new apps and how the process will work. Will be distributed though iTunes Store, like the PodCasts are.

Maybe - Possibility to make $$ of the apps, tops of 2 - 10$ per. Some will be free, if the developer wants it to be.

Probably - The Release of TV Take 2
Probably - New MacBook Pros with MultiTouch and CPU Upgrades.
Probably - 10.5.2 Released

Possibly - New MacBooks with MultiTouch, also an Aluminum Casing for an extra ~$150. The black and while models will still be up for grabs.

Not Likely - all Pink iPod Lines.

Day Line Up
+Welcome
|--- iPhone has been selling wonderfully!


|--- Some cool artist to end the show.


Wow, this seems so realistic because it seems so on the mark. You aren't some kind of secret insider eh? lol. Good post

[drb6]

I think Apple was being really smart about releasing the capacity increases for the iPhone this week, before snippets of this event got out.

What, with news of an 'event' and AT&T's announcement of 3G expansion, people would have gone nuts, absolutely nuts, thinking iPhone v2 with 3G would be coming out. Imagine the sky high expectations resulting in bad things for Apple's stock after the event just ends up revealing higher capacity and SDK.

This way, people keep their expectations in check. What are the chances Apple updates capacity and 3 weeks later releases a whole new version. Excellent move by Apple to manage this crazy circle of secrets and rumors they're in, me thinks.

[AUFan]

My guess for this "event"

1. iPhone SDK + possibly some new apps from apple and other major apps makers.

2. Apple TV Take 2 is shipping / software complete. Probably dovetail this with 10.5.2 being announced. [Better connectivity etc.?]

3. Possibly Macbook Pro / iMac refreshes to Penryn.

On the outside of the box: Surprise announcement that Apple / Intel teamed up again and sped up Montevina production and Jobs springs new Macbook Pros / iMacs.

[omore1234]

My guess for this "event"

1. iPhone SDK + possibly some new apps from apple and other major apps makers.

2. Apple TV Take 2 is shipping / software complete. Probably dovetail this with 10.5.2 being announced. [Better connectivity etc.?]

3. Possibly Macbook Pro / iMac refreshes to Penryn.

On the outside of the box: Surprise announcement that Apple / Intel teamed up again and sped up Montevina production and Jobs springs new Macbook Pros / iMacs.

OMG, I would love for apple to get Montevina out ASAP. Here is when I want to see a new design.... and something fun and new to look at !!!

[NightStorm]

Anyone who doesn't think this is going to be a press event to announce the iPhone SDK is available to general developers, as well as show off what the "premiere developers" have been able to come up with since they received an early version is going to be sorely disappointed. It will be an event completely about the iPhone; although I do wonder why they didn't just keep the capacity upgrades quiet for another couple weeks and release them at the same time...

They will not announce/release other products at this event... and they will get a ton of free press coverage for just mentioning the iPhone. This is the reason the iPhone was barely mentioned in the keynote.

[AidenShaw]

Sorry, only ever heard it called that by MS really, so I just assumed… (wrongly). Thanks for the info.

Does anyone buy these things (in significant numbers)? I don't see too many about.

Not really for general use, although some embedded or special purpose tasks are deployed on them.

Some of it is chicken and egg - the super small form factor low power Silverthorne will give a big boost to these devices - smaller systems with much better battery life.

[McGiord]

What was done during the last event:
Totally New products:
Time Capsule
MacBook Air

Updgrades to existing and well known products:
iPhone 1.1.3
:apple:TV take 2
iTunes Rentals

What was done out of the events:
MacPros
16Gb iPhone, 32Gb iPod Touch

What may we see IMHO:

Improvements:
iPhone:
- video recording, now that they have more storage capabilities, via software update
- longer duration of battery energy
- Landscape mode adjustable via settings to use any app in landscape mode

.Mac:
I agree with the previous poster who mentions that they will add more services/features to the .mac service to improve the integration with all the :apple: products and to increase the customer base using it.

Airport Express
To have 802.11n

iSight
Increase the video resolution in all the mac lines, or just the new ones to be announced, and the gradually when updating all of them

Out of the event:
- MBPs next Tuesday (you already know when)
- ACD with iSight and HDMI
- Games for iPhone/Touch

Trying to think in totally new products:
????
- The handheld device maybe, but it doesn't makes too much sense tight now with the MacBook Air recently released and with the iPhone/Touch SDK coming soon
- Something never needed before and that will become a :apple: vital digital product for us after year 2010
- ????
- I run out of ideas...maybe too much time at macrumors
- Please add yours...
________
digital vaporizers (http://digitalvaporizers.info)

[mwp98223]

They announced the $499 iTouch 32GB in mid January? :eek: Is that something you overheard in a bathroom stall at the Apple HQ? So when did they announce the new MBP? Come on, do tell!!! :cool:

Duh......I don't know where my head was at. Umm...They announced the $499 iTouch THIS WEEK so I doubt they will reduce the price in less then a month....

Better? Duh.

[fabsgwu]

Updated macbooks and macbook pros with multi-touch trackpad. Backlit macbook keys. The big product of the show will be an updated mac mini. It will be the size of the mighty mouse, it will cost $500 (you heard it here first!)

lol, the "Mac Nano!"

[bayol05]

Along with the SDK and maybe new video equipment, I'm with FCPNewbie and calling an introduction to the new version of the discontinued Shake, which is code named Phenomenon, and was said to be ready in '08. It should be just like Shake is, but running in realtime on the GPU, basically Motion on Hollywood Steroids...

And the MacBook Pros better be coming this next tuesday, if they don't, then I am expecting a big announcement about them at this event, more than a simple speed bump.

[Pukey]

In any case, I think it seems most likely to be the SDK. Although I would be glad to see new MBPs. New ACDs would be nice and 10.5.2. The best however would be PowerBook G5!

[mgondek]

First of all, MB should stay plastic. The white and black are sexy and should stay that way. Second, there is going to be SDK at this event. Come on apple even said that its the end of the month. Finally, I'm thinking the pros or the mini will come out. Personally I'm hoping for the pros. I can't wait to see the new ones.

[Aranince]

First of all, MB should stay plastic. The white and black are sexy and should stay that way. Second, there is going to be SDK at this event. Come on apple even said that its the end of the month. Finally, I'm thinking the pros or the mini will come out. Personally I'm hoping for the pros. I can't wait to see the new ones.

They aren't going to stay plastic. Plastic isn't green.

[Tosser]

First of all, MB should stay plastic. The white and black are sexy and should stay that way. Second, there is going to be SDK at this event. Come on apple even said that its the end of the month. Finally, I'm thinking the pros or the mini will come out. Personally I'm hoping for the pros. I can't wait to see the new ones.

Speaking of which are there anyone else out there that has grown gruesomel tired of anodised aluminum? I have been using powerbooks from the Pismo, and I bought the TiBooks (they were painted, mind you), went to the AlBooks and now the MBPs (with god awful metallic painted plastic keys – which, btw makes no sense. It's like plastic trying to look like wood. It looks cheap).
Anyone else tired of that look? Why not brushed raw aluminum? That at least looks "real".

This one (a MBP 2.33GHz) has the same finish as the cheapest booms and masts for an optimist dinghy.

[mackiwi]

I had a dream last night....

lots of time presenting SDK apps:

Games - for iphone/ipod touch - demos from EA etc.

apple:

-iWork apps for iphone/ipod touch.

-The mac mini to be replaced by.....the ipod touch/iphone.!!!:eek:
to explain: apple will release a dock that will let you use a usb keyboard/mouse and monitor/HDTV to enable you to use your ipod/iphone to browse web, email, open/edit/create office documents etc, play video, audio etc, just like you were using a desktop computer. iphone can connect direct to internet, ipod touch will need a wifi network of course.

Maybe: new cinema displays with the built in ipod/iphone dock
Maybe: 3rd party apps for ipod touch/iphone like high res camera/flash, gps units,

definitely not: no tablet until intels new ultra low voltage chips emerge later in the year.

[Stridder44]

I really hope this is new MBPs, the waiting is unbearable, it almost seems like Apple want to skip the update now and not update until March/June etc., which is crazy as most of us have (perhaps foolishly) been expecting updates for the past 2 Tuesdays...


I don't. The 26th!? Are you kidding me? Try this tuesday. If it seriously was the 26th, that would be a huge ball of suck.

[dAlen]

Anyone else thinking apple should have just called the company Apple telecom after they dropped the term computer?

No show at PMA (no aperature update or even discussion if they are committed in a market where the pros have not been impressed with Adobes offering or Apples) - Now no NAB, what about the pros in 2008. This is NAB, a glance into what the companies have for us - apple has nothing.

What about the update or rather replacement for shake.
Lets not forget it took over a year to get a mac pro to the pros.

Macbook pros could have been updated when Intel announced a refresh...used to it was blamed on IBM for no updates, but now...ho hum bug...we can wait.

Im quite tired of the focus on iphone to be quite honest.
If this is just about an SDK for the iphone than steve needs to respectfully bow out of the pro market and hang it up.

Or maybe a better idea start communicating better with the pros. :)

Well, soon I will buy discreet and SGI and come out with competition for Apples pro line. ;)

Peace

dAlen

- guys dont look past that which apple promised...SDK in Feb.
Remember they had a press event just for apple speakers...which do they even sell anymore?
Steve was into Hi-fi and no one else got into it, so it seems. Point is...it was a one product announcement.

Apple never over does it...and this year he didnt do his "one more thing" at Macworld. Surprised people didnt take note. Guess it was getting old.

[Bonte]

Wasn't there something about the rumored tablet not being quite ready for a MWSF release? Maybe...

Damn you for getting my hopes up again, i'm waiting 2 years already for a bookreader-tablet-iPod but i keep waiting. :(

Get on with it :apple:

[pgseye]

I consider myself a bit of an Apple fanatic, but can someone please enlighten me as to what SDK is??

I live in Australia - haven't heard a thing about it over here, but then I don't have an iphone which could be why.

Why would they hold a special event for something that seems to have a niche appeal (don't lambaste me if you believe me to be wrong)...

[applemax]

I made a mockup. Let the competitions begin! :p

[dAlen]

I consider myself a bit of an Apple fanatic, but can someone please enlighten me as to what SDK is??

I live in Australia - haven't heard a thing about it over here, but then I don't have an iphone which could be why.

Why would they hold a special event for something that seems to have a niche appeal (don't lambaste me if you believe me to be wrong)...



As for your latter comment...apple held a press event just for steves hi-fi speakers. Wonder how many of us have that in our home? :)

SDK is to allow people to develop for the iphone.

peace

dAlen

[applemax]

As for your latter comment...apple held a press event just for steves hi-fi speakers. Wonder how many of us have that in our home? :)

SDK is to allow people to develop for the iphone.

peace

dAlen

I still have an iPod Hi-Fi and I love it! It's great! I can't understand why they stopped making them :confused:

[boer]

We will see these these released this month: OS X 10.5.2, Aperture 2, new Airport Express with 802.11n, new screens.

The following will be whined after: OS X 10.5.3, new MBP, PowerBook G5, new Mac Mini, new iPod socks, orange iPod, iPhone 3G.

[dAlen]

I still have an iPod Hi-Fi and I love it! It's great! I can't understand why they stopped making them :confused:
Could be wrong, but it seemed that the HI Fi SPEAKER did not take off as jobs had initially thought. It may still be in the Apple store. Just seemed like it flopped from what I read. (Im not against HI FI at all) Personally I like my speakers to be where I can place them in different areas and not just a box in front of me. Again, not a bad product...

Point was really that Steve announces these events for items that are not even main stream mac items. (like a speaker...)and at the same time nothing else is announced.

Just trying to help people not to get over excited for items that may not be released. They may only see an SDK kit...

As well, who knows what each Tuesday holds...things may trickle out then to.


peace

dAlen

[applemax]

Could be wrong, but it seemed that the HI Fi SPEAKER did not take off as jobs had initially thought. It may still be in the Apple store. Just seemed like it flopped from what I read. (Im not against HI FI at all) Personally I like my speakers to be where I can place them in different areas and not just a box in front of me. Again, not a bad product...

Point was really that Steve announces these events for items that are not even main stream mac items. (like a speaker...)and at the same time nothing else is announced.

Just trying to help people not to get over excited for items that may not be released. They may only see an SDK kit...

As well, who knows what each Tuesday holds...things may trickle out then to.


peace

dAlen

I just hope they're not going to release new iPhones on the 26th as I'm hoping to pick up my 16GB next week. Don't know if I should wait or not.

[dAlen]

We will see these these released this month: OS X 10.5.2, Aperture 2, new Airport Express with 802.11n, new screens.

The following will be whined after: OS X 10.5.3, new MBP, PowerBook G5, new Mac Mini, new iPod socks, orange iPod, iPhone 3G.

The mac book pro is being whined about now, and for good reason.
For those who have had apple for 12+ years, one would know that they blamed IBM, Motorola, etc. for not being able to innovate and come out with new products.

Now intel releases new chips, and we dont even get a refresh. Who cares the body...just put the chip in it for the love of God. :D
Not that hard, really.

But instead people who have been with apple all these years are seeing Apples new commitment to a phone and an airbook. Neither of which help them with their pro apps, etc. (Shake...it was discontinued awhile back...no NAB, so does that mean Apple is super silent on their pro plans this year. Dont forget the Pros who had to wait over a year for an update to the towers.)

Yes its good to expand a business...dont leave behind that which made you though apple.

So bring out the Macbook pros, and again in May when Monteniva is out...shove those in there. No need to wait.
Those days of surprises steve are over. He never liked people knowing when he would release something.

But now surprises from STeve are bad, as it only means he chose not to put the chip we know about in the computer for the sake of the fact that everyone would know and not be surprised. ;)

Peace

dAlen

[dAlen]

I just hope they're not going to release new iPhones on the 26th as I'm hoping to pick up my 16GB next week. Don't know if I should wait or not.

Im probably not one to be asking about the iphone, as I have some pretty strong opinions about that item as a whole. :D

If it were me, I would wait until 3G was out - period.
This is the minimum they should have had to begin with. imo.

Again, each person has their own need, but ATT even said that Apple is coming out with 3G this year. But now that Steves thunder is stolen, does it mean he will hold back. (like what happened with the leaked info on the graphics card years back)

Point in the end is to get it...know what your getting, and be real with yourself. Will you kick yourself in the rear if they did come out with 3G in a couple of weeks? Then I would hold off personally, even if it goes a few months. The very fact you would miss that means that once you buy your device...the few months will fly by, and you will have wished you waited. :)

Peace

dAlen

[joefinan]

Every time I think a MBP update is just a week away, the rumoured date pushes back. And back. And back.

Will it ever come?!

[Stridder44]

God am I the only one SICK of the iPhone/iTunes rentals/"other crap that doesn't involve computers" rumors/news?


Apple, being open-minded is cool and all, but damn it don't take your mind off the computers that made you what you are today.

[rezatayebi]

Two words:
New MacBook Pro. http://www.pic4ever.com/images/dash2.gif

[hvfsl]

The MacBook Pro will most likely get released next week. The only reason for it to be updated at this event is if it has had a major redesign.

I just expect iPhone stuff at this event, plus maybe some info on the Asian launch.

Another possibility is of course BluRay support (watching and creation), but with the way things are going, they might decide to never support it and just push online video. (Seeing as Final Cut Studio probably has the poorest HD video support out of all the editing suites).

[Sannekita]

Dear God let it be the new Macbook Pro please....!!!!
It sounds a bit more like the Iphone though...

[Clive At Five]

I want an iPhone with 512MB of storage that's 3mm thick but still has the same fat-ass footprint as the regular iPhone, all for only $799.

Yessir... iPhone Air.

[/sarcasm]

-Clive

[kiang]

macbook pro!!!!!!!

probably, cause intel just announced a new mobile penryn chip running at 2.8GHz, that would start shipping at the end of this month/begin march.

[kiang]

God am I the only one SICK of the iPhone/iTunes rentals/"other crap that doesn't involve computers" rumors/news?


Apple, being open-minded is cool and all, but damn it don't take your mind off the computers that made you what you are today.

you're not :|
I'm OK with Apple doing more then just computers and all, I love the iPod!
But ever since they started to really hype up the iPod, and even more with the iPhone, they seem to care less about the computers!
Dropping the comp. from the company's name was a bad decision imo...

[altaprod]

I predict:

1) SDK
2) Announcment of free iPod software for Bento/Filemaker connectivity.
3) Announcement of Delicious Library being purchased and combined with Filemaker Co.
4) Aluminum iPod dock (the white looks terrible sitting next to iMacs and Cinema Displays).
5) Randy Newman performance :p

[Praetorian®]

Oh god, please, I hope there won't be new MacBooks. Aluminum or something. I want to buy current one for my girlfriend and one for me too but IN MARCH! :eek:
And because I'm kind I hope Apple announces new MacBook Pro so you all guys who are waiting for it can buy one. :)

[arkitect]

Apple, being open-minded is cool and all, but damn it don't take your mind off the computers that made you what you are today.

Actually, it isn't the computers that have made Apple who they are today… iPod did it. ;)

[Tosser]

And because I'm kind I hope Apple announces new MacBook Pro so you all guys who are waiting for it can buy one. :)

Man, that's sweet (in the non-slang sense) :)

[AngryLeprechaun]

Hmm, software for your iPhone? Can someone say Photoshop for the iPhone?! o.O

I hope they make it a habit of releasing their pro machines a week before an Apple event. I mean they released the new Mac Pros a week before MWSF, so why not the MBP? Here's to hoping for the 12th.

[i.maverick]

SDK, iPhone 2nd generation (release in May), iPhone goes on sale in the entire EU

ya..how about asia... were still waitin for the ipone lovin..lol
not sure about the iphone second gen so soon though!!

[redAPPLE]

I hope they dont release the Macbook Pros so soon, I ordered one yesterday
:mad:

Could not wait...

new here hmm?

well, if you could not wait, i guess you have a need for it. just enjoy the mbp.

[aswitcher]

I think Apple should give freebie iphone/touch apps to people for every 100 songs they buy on the store.

[skemmuni]

iPhnoe! This is going to be an iPhone something.... SDK maybe!

Apple are showing all new ads with the iPhone for the moment - maybe this has something to do with the Big Hightec Bus!

(But I hope its gonna be a new MBP :o )

[afd]

12" PowerBook G6 . . .

[brsboarder]

We all know its going to be iphone/ipod touch applications. boring. Know its time for some great applications to come out.

[i.maverick]

Actually, it isn't the computers that have made Apple who they are today… iPod did it. ;)

nope...apple is still the "macintosh"
or mayb..apple is now the macintosh!!:apple:

[Chupa Chupa]

If this rumor is true, then there has to be a "big" item. With Apple so out of favor now on W$ and the media, Steve's Reality Distortion Zone isn't going to be nearly as effective. The next AE has to be more than announcing something that was pre-announced like the iPhone SDK or showing off speed-bumped products like a Penryn MBP. If that doesn't happen Apple is going to lose a lot of cred for crying wolf.

[Sandfleaz]

I'm thinking 3G iPhone. Don't think the SDK alone would warrant an event.
But i guess Steve could turn anything into an event.
.

[Tosser]

I'm thinking 3G iPhone. Don't think the SDK alone would warrant an event.


Of all products a 3G iPhone so shortly after the announcement of the 16GB iPhone is propably the most unlikely thing of them all.

[c073186]

Why is Tuesday the magical day of the week? What is wrong with Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday?

[dalvin200]

Don't think the SDK alone would warrant an event.
.

Don't speak so soon.. do you remember the iPod Hifi event? lol!

[abrooks]

If this rumor is true, then there has to be a "big" item. With Apple so out of favor now on W$ and the media, Steve's Reality Distortion Zone isn't going to be nearly as effective. The next AE has to be more than announcing something that was pre-announced like the iPhone SDK or showing off speed-bumped products like a Penryn MBP. If that doesn't happen Apple is going to lose a lot of cred for crying wolf.

Crying wolf? You're getting your expectations too high, it'll be SDK and a couple of new iPhone apps.

[kiwi66]

If this rumor is true, then there has to be a "big" item.

I agree. From what I've heard this date is the same as launch date of some iPhones in some countries. Countries who are 3G heavy. So my wild guess would be a 3G iPhone. Which could also be the reason why they only release the SDK by now and not earlier as it would hint 3G features which Apple didn't wanted to tell before?

[Doktag]

Why is Tuesday the magical day of the week? What is wrong with Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday?

I think, firstly, it is early in the week to have a full business week of "watercooler" talk and to sell the product while it is still brand new.

Why not Monday? If they were announced Monday, it would mean Apple would probably have to pay employees overtime for working the day before (Sunday) to get it ready.

[Popeye206]

One: Mira Mobile is going to be in trouble now that the rumor sites have figured out a new way to disclose Apple Events. :-)

Two: My guess is Apple wants to make a few things a "BIG Event" to follow up the "So-So" MacWorld Keynote. Although the MBA is cool, and AppleTV actually looks interesting now... Apple needs a shot in the arm... have you looked at the stock????

Either way... more cool stuff for us!

[Popeye206]

I think, firstly, it is early in the week to have a full business week of "watercooler" talk and to sell the product while it is still brand new.

Why not Monday? If they were announced Monday, it would mean Apple would probably have to pay employees overtime for working the day before (Sunday) to get it ready.


It has nothing to do with working the weekend. It has to do with timing in the press. Monday's are a busy press day. Lots of stuff gets put out on the wire on Mondays. Tuesday is good because you can get in early in the week, but announce in a less crowded field. Make sense? It's all about timing and Monday is not a good PR day.

[ziwi]

I just don't see the point of an event for the SDK - it is a small group of folks that would actually code the apps versus the large group that would necessitate the 'event' I am voting that it is not just the SDK...

[lofight]

SDK would be very nice!!! + free apps please. and some new general apps from apple free also for ipod touch

[Popeye206]

Crying wolf? You're getting your expectations too high, it'll be SDK and a couple of new iPhone apps.

I have to agree with you... besides it's the iPod line that excites Wall Street. They were disappointed in the slowing sales (only 5% growth) and that is what has tanked the stock. So, my guess is an iPhone update day, along with maybe a couple new updated toys... Come summer... I think that i when Apple will pull the trigger and announce all new iPods that will leave the competition in the dust... it's time for a BIG change .

[Popeye206]

I just don't see the point of an event for the SDK - it is a small group of folks that would actually code the apps versus the large group that would necessitate the 'event' I am voting that it is not just the SDK...


The "big news" is not just the SDK... it's what their early developers have done with it that is big... this is a big deal because the day the iPhone becomes a platform people can develop for and customizable... it's in a whole new league and the possibilities for the technology is greatly expanded.

Besides... I go back to my earlier point... Apple needs to make this a big deal. they need the shot in the arm with WallStreet. But hey... it's a good time to buy Apple! :-)

[contractcooker]

I just bought a 23" Cinema Display. Do you think I should return it and wait to see if new ones come out...? It is unopened. I have three more days left to return it so I must decide soon.

Unless you must have Apple's style I would strongly recommend that you return the display and buy one from another company. You can get displays with better specifications for MUCH LESS money.

[a456]

For once, I am the annoying one that lets everyone know it is the day before my birthday, so here's hoping for something special.

[hobbbz]

Adobe AIR is also finalizing and coming to 1.0 status in late February.
I would love to see that these two things were related as I just went to a small conference where the Adobe rep said hitting the mobile platform was a goal of AIR and is part of the reason they chose WebKit as their HTML renderer.
Nokia and iPhone use WebKit and these were both mentioned by him.

[Marvin1379]

MacBook Pro? 3G iPhone? ALUMINUM MACBOOKS!?!?!?!?!:D

The possibilities are endless :cool:


Oh sure...the 3G iPhone is a big contender for Feb 26th. In fine Apple-style they just updated the iPhone to 16gigs ("wow, let's go buy one!!!"). Then they bring out iPhone 2.0 with 3G and improved bluetooth (hopefully) so all iPhone 1.x owners say, "Why did they do that?! I *just* bought one!!" Well, Apple loves your money, and we love Apple.

[surferuke]

Of all products a 3G iPhone so shortly after the announcement of the 16GB iPhone is propably the most unlikely thing of them all.

i am so sick and tired of waiting for iphone second generation, and i'm not going to get worked up thinking it will be announced at the end of February. It won't be.

[Elrond39]

I'm guessing it will be a Town Hall style meeting regarding the SDK. That's all. No 3G iPhone because people that JUST bought the 16GB one would scream for blood. I also have a feeling that the new MBP will be released before then.

It will be some sort of an iPhone bump, either software or hardware based.

I'm sticking to my initial prediction on the SDK, when they announced it wouldn't be available until February: the new SDK will be announced along side the next generation iPhone, and SDK apps will only work with the new phone.

I'm guessing the new phone is either dual-core allowing user apps to run completely independently of the main system, or the system has been re-architected severely enough to make Apple feel safe having strange code running lose.

<snip>

Oh sure...the 3G iPhone is a big contender for Feb 26th. In fine Apple-style they just updated the iPhone to 16gigs ("wow, let's go buy one!!!"). Then they bring out iPhone 2.0 with 3G and improved bluetooth (hopefully) so all iPhone 1.x owners say, "Why did they do that?! I *just* bought one!!" Well, Apple loves your money, and we love Apple.

What are the chances that Apple has already popped in a 3G chip when they updated the storage-capacities? I mean, 3G chips can run on EDGE when there's no 3G available, so, conceivably, there could be a software update that "unlocks" the 3G option. Combine that with AT&T's recent news (http://www.engadget.com/2008/02/06/atandts-2008-plans-include-80-new-cities-with-3g-hsupa-network/) about increased 3G network coverage, Europeans (some of whom live in countries where EDGE just doesn't exist anymore) craving an iPhone of their own, and the SDK... That would make for a nice announcement, wouldn't it?

iPhone SDK
iPhone 3G "Unlock"
European iPhone expansion

Fingers crossed. :)

[Macmel]

It has nothing to do with working the weekend. It has to do with timing in the press. Monday's are a busy press day. Lots of stuff gets put out on the wire on Mondays. Tuesday is good because you can get in early in the week, but announce in a less crowded field. Make sense? It's all about timing and Monday is not a good PR day.

I don't know what kind of media you read/watch/browse in the internet, but most of the updates Apple announces on Tuesdays (and with "most" I mean everything except a new computer of gadget) don't make it to the news reports.
And we are talking about the US. In Europe, Apple is virtually non-existant except for new gadgets or computers.
How many people out there you think have realized that MacPro was updated one week before the MWSF? How many people do you think are going to give a damn about the SDK release or the introduction of Penryn processors?. I'm not talking about the Apple fanboys, but about the regular Mac user. I am working with 15 other people around and all of us use Mac computers. Half of them have not even heard about the word "Penryn". If these guys need a new computer today, they go to the Apple store and buy one no matter what. They don't care about imminent updates and don't even know that's going to happen.

[Sweetbike40]

the wait is gonna kill me for this one. :D

[surferuke]

the wait is gonna kill me for this one. :D

you apparently have your fingers crossed for iphone 2.0. i like your idealism, but don't cut the circulation in your fingers.

[surferuke]

What are the chances that Apple has already popped in a 3G chip when they updated the storage-capacities? I mean, 3G chips can run on EDGE when there's no 3G available, so, conceivably, there could be a software update that "unlocks" the 3G option. Combine that with AT&T's recent news (http://www.engadget.com/2008/02/06/atandts-2008-plans-include-80-new-cities-with-3g-hsupa-network/) about increased 3G network coverage, Europeans (some of whom live in countries where EDGE just doesn't exist anymore) craving an iPhone of their own, and the SDK... That would make for a nice announcement, wouldn't it?

iPhone SDK
iPhone 3G "Unlock"
European iPhone expansion

Fingers crossed. :)

you seem to have bypassed the laws of physics and the bounds of possibility with your contention. no way, brah. (i'll be there hoping you're right even as i sit here dissing your drea.

[Marvin1379]

you apparently have your fingers crossed for iphone 2.0. i like your idealism, but don't cut the circulation in your fingers.

and make sure it's not your thumbs or pointer finger on your dominant hand...you'll need those for your iphone!

[surferuke]

What are the chances that Apple has already popped in a 3G chip when they updated the storage-capacities? I mean, 3G chips can run on EDGE when there's no 3G available, so, conceivably, there could be a software update that "unlocks" the 3G option. Combine that with AT&T's recent news (http://www.engadget.com/2008/02/06/atandts-2008-plans-include-80-new-cities-with-3g-hsupa-network/) about increased 3G network coverage, Europeans (some of whom live in countries where EDGE just doesn't exist anymore) craving an iPhone of their own, and the SDK... That would make for a nice announcement, wouldn't it?

iPhone SDK
iPhone 3G "Unlock"
European iPhone expansion

Fingers crossed. :)

would you bite or wait for the 32gB even if you were right?

[kornyboy]

Wirelessly posted (iPhone: Mozilla/5.0 (iPhone; U; CPU like Mac OS X; en) AppleWebKit/420.1 (KHTML, like Gecko) Version/3.0 Mobile/4A93 Safari/419.3)

Cool. Can't wait. I do hope it is about the iPhone SDK. I'm sure whatever it is will be cool.

[bytethese]

BYTE Me--)))):D

You rang? :)

I'm hoping for SDK AND MBP updates. Blu-ray reader(lucky enough for a writer too?) please and I am SO there. :)

[Marvin1379]

would you bite or wait for the 32gB even if you were right?

not sure that they would put out a 32g iPhone. They'll have 8 and 16gig versions with 2.0, 3G, hopefully Silverthorne chip and improved bluetooth services. The cost and space issues of the cell chips in the iPhone are paralleled with the 32gig memory of the iPod Touch

[Sweetbike40]

Why did i just check ebay to see what i could get my laptop for!!! If the new MBP's are sweet, i'm going to be SO tempted to sell mine even though i'm so happy with it. (it is slightly heavy for carrying everyday, in which i don't have to and that is why i got it...YET i probably would take it with me more if it was lighter.) :confused:

[Popeye206]

I don't know what kind of media you read/watch/browse in the internet, but most of the updates Apple announces on Tuesdays (and with "most" I mean everything except a new computer of gadget) don't make it to the news reports.
And we are talking about the US. In Europe, Apple is virtually non-existant except for new gadgets or computers.

I know what you're saying, but from what I've seen they get the press. I see every Apple announcement on CNet... most show up in the NY Times... even the little ones. Apple always posts their announcements in their RSS feed... so if you want to know about Apple updates, you don't have to look far. I would guess your colleagues just don't look at high-tech news. If they were interested they would know. Heck... even Yahoo Tech covers most of them... even the little updates.

I was just pointing out as to why they have chosen Tuesday's as their announcement day... Monday is not the best day if you want to be seen and I would bet there are many Apple employees working over the weekend before the Tuesday announcements.

[iStefmac]

This seems to be Macworld part2...........Or rather, everything they should have ready a month ago.

[Sweetbike40]

you apparently have your fingers crossed for iphone 2.0. i like your idealism, but don't cut the circulation in your fingers.


yeh.... i'm due for a new phone and would like the iPhone of course.:D

[shaunymac]

haha..i believe i laughed out loud when i read that post. i think many of us go through that stage scanning the endless pages of ebay to see what our mac products can bring us in order to upgrade to the "fastest thing ever." Whats great about it though is no matter what mac product we buy or sell it always will bring decent money back to you. I say this to all of those people who are sitting on the fence right now trying to decide wether or not to buy or wait for apple to make the move. If you need a computer, laptop, display, ipod, phone, etc. get it. If you are worried about the next thing coming out and if its going to be faster than yours or hold more information and be able to have more ram on board than pick one up off ebay or craigslist from someone who has to have the "latest and greatest." Haha, I hope that didnt start to sound like Stevie's iphone apology speech. :D

[Macmel]

I know what you're saying, but from what I've seen they get the press. I see every Apple announcement on CNet... most show up in the NY Times... even the little ones. Apple always posts their announcements in their RSS feed... so if you want to know about Apple updates, you don't have to look far. I would guess your colleagues just don't look at high-tech news. If they were interested they would know. Heck... even Yahoo Tech covers most of them... even the little updates.

I was just pointing out as to why they have chosen Tuesday's as their announcement day... Monday is not the best day if you want to be seen and I would bet there are many Apple employees working over the weekend before the Tuesday announcements.

Well, yeah, you're right. For major releases, Tuesday seems the least busy day to do it. But it would be nice to have unexpected releases of minor updates any other day, as soon as they're ready

[surferuke]

not sure that they would put out a 32g iPhone. They'll have 8 and 16gig versions with 2.0, 3G, hopefully Silverthorne chip and improved bluetooth services. The cost and space issues of the cell chips in the iPhone are paralleled with the 32gig memory of the iPod Touch

don't the larger flash storage chips just have improved performance and capacity and not larger physical dimensions? (costwise different, obviously)

isn't the 32 ipod touch the same machine as the 16ipod touch with just a different "memory card?"

[cobravap]

dare i say it? Powerbook G5!!????

[writeous]

I will fart in Steve Jobs mouth if he makes us wait until this mysterious event for the 10.5.2 update. Whatever happened to the Apple TV update too?

[Elrond39]

would you bite or wait for the 32gB even if you were right?

16GB works for me - I'd have to be a bit selective in what to carry with me, but I think it's a useful amount of space.

Totally hope I'm right. :p

[Popeye206]

Well, yeah, you're right. For major releases, Tuesday seems the least busy day to do it. But it would be nice to have unexpected releases of minor updates any other day, as soon as they're ready

Ahhh... I get it now... it drives you nuts (like it does me) that we have to wait to hear whats next! Doesn't the suspense kill you? :D

Look at it this way... we could all be MS Windows fans... we'd have moss on our keyboards before we had something to get excited about!

Is it Tuesday yet?

[DanBUK]

Just like Feb 2006 announcement...

iPhone leather cases
iPhone HiFi
er, thats all folk's.
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Not really.

Demo of the SDK with big names on board like Lotus, and other business friendly apps.

I think also maybe the much speculated on 'missing' product announcement from the Keynote. Quite possibly the bigger iPod Touch/PDA/Tablet that we have been clamouring for for ever.

Erica Sadun over at TUAW reckons there is some evidence for it too. And she is like, well smart.

[Buschmaster]

Now that 9to5 has come in saying the 26th I believe it. 9to5 is usually spot on when they "confirm" things to be true.

Plus, with all the rumors that are still floating right now there could be lots going on on top of the SDK.

[hollywoodmacguy]

Now that 9to5 has come in saying the 26th I believe it. 9to5 is usually spot on when they "confirm" things to be true.

Plus, with all the rumors that are still floating right now there could be lots going on on top of the SDK.

ok, since the conventional wisdom now is that an event on the 26th is confirmed, what is the conventional wisdom on when the event would be announced to the media? is it usually one week in advance or two? seems that in the past it has been two, but i may be misremembering...

in either case, seems like there would be something from :apple: by the 19th at the latest or, possibly, as early as this coming tuesday (12th)... :rolleyes:

[FCPnewbie]

I just read an article that says Apple had been trying to sell it's ProApps division.

Word on the street is that Apple has been shopping ProApps around since late last summer, and a deal was close last fall. Now such rumors have reached a fevered pitch, with ProApps apparently sold with all but the final announcement to be made. Potential buyers include Thompson, which has been on an acquisition spree of late, and would love to add an industrial strength NLE to its newsroom offerings.
No one will speak on the record for attribution. Until then anything can happen, but sources say morale in the ProApps group is low. Key members of the team have been moved to consumer-focused products like iMovie. Others have begun preparing for life after Apple.
If this is the case, Apple has little reason to throw a party for ProApps, and lopping a few million from the expense column makes the unit a lot more attractive to a buyer.

Anyone else catch wind of this or is this guy just way off?

[TuffLuffJimmy]

don't the larger flash storage chips just have improved performance and capacity and not larger physical dimensions? (costwise different, obviously)

isn't the 32 ipod touch the same machine as the 16ipod touch with just a different "memory card?"

Not exactly. The higher capacity iPods are actually using two chips. The 32GB model is using two 16GB cards because it would cost too much to have a single 32GB card.