970 when available....or wait??

[CaVoLo]

alrite...for my computer ive decided on a powermac 970

question is should i wait for the second revision or go ahead and
get it while everyone wants one?

i also heard that the first version will only utilize the 32-bit process rather than the full 64-bit....this is another big part in the decision

so help me out here (assuming that these rumors are true) should i wait or get the first 970 available?

thanx

[pEZ]

It depends on what you're going to use your computer for, I guess. If the rumors are true, and you desparately need the 64-bit, then wait. I'd personally say second generation myself, if you have the option to wait that long, because they usually have more goodies in the second revision. They also have a chance to work out the kinks, after they can test it on a large group of people.

[Nermal]

According to the latest rumours, the first 970s will come with OS 10.2 "Smeagol", which is a 32-bit version of Jaguar that is able to run on the 64-bit CPU. Apparently it'll just take a (free?) software update to 10.3 Panther to get the 64-bit functionality.

[phong]

I think that going and taking a dive for the 1st generation is justified in that this is a MAJOR upgrade. Whether waiting for the 2nd generation or going ahead and buying one when it comes out, its all good. The reason I say this too, is I believe the 1st generation 970s will not have that many problems if Apple follows feedback with the current double mirror doors G4s (i.e: heat, fans, etc.). Whatever is good for you, I support you in getting a 970. Well, I can say right now, Congrats on your future 970, G5, or whatever it will be called.

All the best,

Phong.