Alleged New Part Numbers Suggest Over a Dozen New Mac Models Coming at WWDC [Updated] - Page 4

neilpryde23 · Jun 6, 2012, 10:00 AM

9to5mac claims they've been sitting on this list for several weeks but didn't want to out the inventory people as a source of the leak so they didn't post it til now.

AU$2,499 and 3,149 are pretty freaking expensive prices for a MBP according to the list from 9to5.

Edit: Sorry for reposting this 9to5 list again. I didn't realize it was posted on the previous page

talmy · Jun 6, 2012, 10:00 AM

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Originally Posted by theSeb

That actually makes sense. The "Ultimate" might well be the server version.

"Ultimate" means "last". This should re-boot the "Mac Pro is dead" rumors!

And all the other models are "better" or "best". Where are the "good" models? Or does "better" just mean it's better than a PC?

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theSeb · Jun 6, 2012, 10:01 AM

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Originally Posted by Umbongo

Better will be the dual processor model. Ultimate will probably be the single processor model with updated graphics card/memory/storage for sale in stores as a boxed item.

That also makes sense. We can only wait and see. These better be Mac Pros, if only for the relief it will bring from the incessant "Apple does not care about the pros!!" posts.

steve-p · Jun 6, 2012, 10:01 AM

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Originally Posted by theSeb

Why is the "Mac pro better" more expensive than the "Ultimate" ?

Well all are meaningless marketing words anyway. Ultimate and Best for example are definitive terms, not comparative, and mean exactly the same thing.

Mark07 · Jun 6, 2012, 10:02 AM

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Originally Posted by neilpryde23

AU$2,499 and 3,149 are pretty freaking expensive prices for a MBP according to the list from 9to5.

Was just thinking the same thing.

theSeb · Jun 6, 2012, 10:03 AM

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Originally Posted by talmy

"Ultimate" means "last". This should re-boot the "Mac Pro is dead" rumors!

You just had to go there, didn't you?

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Originally Posted by steve-p

Well all are meaningless marketing words anyway. Ultimate and Best for example are definitive terms, not comparative, and mean exactly the same thing.

Of course, but speculating is more fun than work.

oiuh151 · Jun 6, 2012, 10:03 AM

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Originally Posted by neilpryde23

9to5mac claims they've been sitting on this list for several weeks but didn't want to out the inventory people as a source of the leak so they didn't post it til now.

AU$2,499 and 3,149 are pretty freaking expensive prices for a MBP according to the list from 9to5.

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Edit: Sorry for reposting this 9to5 list again. I didn't realize it was posted on the previous page

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mark07

Was just thinking the same thing.

Australia always pays more.

GizmoDVD · Jun 6, 2012, 10:03 AM

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Originally Posted by Warbrain

Didn't buy it from Apple. There likely won't be any good reason for me to exchange it.

Store doesn't have a return policy? Mines going right back to Amazon.

drewisanapple · Jun 6, 2012, 10:03 AM

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Originally Posted by Mark07

Was just thinking the same thing.

Keep in mind, this is AU dollars, not US. And The market is not a direct conversion.

MacReloaded · Jun 6, 2012, 10:04 AM

Shut up and take m... Whoa there.

theSeb · Jun 6, 2012, 10:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by neilpryde23

9to5mac claims they've been sitting on this list for several weeks but didn't want to out the inventory people as a source of the leak so they didn't post it til now.

AU$2,499 and 3,149 are pretty freaking expensive prices for a MBP according to the list from 9to5.

3149 Australian dollars = 2 005.44362 British pounds

The 2011 17" MBP currently starts at 2099 British pounds. Don't forget the rest of the world gets shafted on the prices in comparison to the US.

charlituna · Jun 6, 2012, 10:05 AM

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Originally Posted by griz

Sounds more like World Wide Hardware Conference. How will they announce so many products and talk about software too? I hope they release the hardware in the weeks to follow.

They won't. This list, if true, just adds to the idea that they won't be keynoting hardware. It's 90 minutes. The bulk of that will have to be iOS 6 which they have to preview to set up every iOS panel for the rest of the week. otherwise what's the point of having those panels. Then there's any remaining Mountain Lion features to disclose, also vital to the whole conference. Those two are easily 60 of the 90 minutes if not more. 30 minutes to talk about that whole list in any kind of detail. Not even Steve could pull that off. Any mentions of hardware will be quick and cursory. They will talk in broad strokes focusing on details that will directly effect the software and require changes in existing apps etc. Oh speaking of apps, if they have anything new on that front to discuss like say a new version of iWork for that native iCloud document syncing everyone is screaming about being vital, that's even less time for hardware.

jonnysods · Jun 6, 2012, 10:05 AM

If those all come out at WWDC that will be unprecedented! Really looking forward to next week. Maybe they have all received redesigns?

Matrixfan · Jun 6, 2012, 10:05 AM

So this is when Tim Cook doubles down on product secrecy

Alas, I couldn't justify a $3000 single socket computer as an upgrade path from the 2008 dual socket model Mac Pro. I may as well switch to a notebook, or see what the iMacs will be like. Anyway, good to hear about Mac updates!

tekno · Jun 6, 2012, 10:05 AM

Still going with the "One's too small and one's too big" iMac line-up, then.

robvas · Jun 6, 2012, 10:06 AM

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Originally Posted by 2bikes

That is quiet a price hike from 2500 to 3000 for MBP, if true.

AUS prices are crazy

CausticPuppy · Jun 6, 2012, 10:06 AM

Everything but the Mac Mini! But that's fine, since I just got mine a few weeks ago. Nice to know it would be obsolete just yet.

I can't wait to see what the new Airs have to offer.

Also, maybe a new TB display with USB 3.0 ports?

bushido · Jun 6, 2012, 10:06 AM

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Originally Posted by theSeb

3149 Australian dollars = 2 005.44362 British pounds

The 2011 17" MBP currently starts at 2099 British pounds. Don't forget the rest of the world gets shafted on the prices in comparison to the US.

Quote:

Originally Posted by drewisanapple

Keep in mind, this is AU dollars, not US. And The market is not a direct conversion.

the mbp 15 starts currently at $2.099 in australia. a $400 increase is still quiet a lot

Rizzn · Jun 6, 2012, 10:07 AM

I'm really hoping for a quad core 13" MBP. I don't see the 13" MBP and MBA being redundant; I think the MBP should be what it's labeled as, "pro." I don't want to have to get a 15". I want a portable (<15") powerhouse, and at the moment, Apple does not offer one.

I think the MBP line should basically contain the same internals, just catered to those who want screen size options. The higher screen sizes could obviously hold more parts, but there's hardly anything "pro" about a 2012 notebook still using dual core processors IMO, let alone on board graphics.

Forensickle · Jun 6, 2012, 10:08 AM

don't just convert dollars
down here in Aus we pay 20-50% more than the UK and US for everything, AFTER converting.
i bought my ipad in the states while on holiday and it was like getting a $200 discount!
last song i bought on itunes from my australian account was US$2.50
if i had an american account it would have been 0.99US OR AUD $0.90

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Originally Posted by theSeb

Are they?

4599 Australian dollars = 2 928.87 GBP. The 12 core is currently £4083 in its base configuration.

RobbyIdol · Jun 6, 2012, 10:08 AM

Those MBA prices look delicious -- I just hope that means the base 11" MBA model is now 128 SSD and the 256 SSD is going for approx $1,200.

And come ooooon better battery life!!

WannaGoMac · Jun 6, 2012, 10:09 AM

Darn no mac mini update

AppleInMyBlood · Jun 6, 2012, 10:09 AM

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Originally Posted by MacRumors

Other likely accessories include an external SuperDrive and a USB 3.0 Ethernet adapter.

Maybe I'm crazy, but could the new SuperDrive be Blu-ray capable?

charlituna · Jun 6, 2012, 10:09 AM

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Originally Posted by dbit

The last few keynotes were padded with multiple (pretty boring) 5 minute software demo's/walkthrough's that were unnecessary.

You found them unnecessary but yours is not fact or even universal opinion

Those demos do more to explain the hardware in terms that the common buyer can understand than any spec list that a genius like you understands without such assistance. So don't expect to go anywhere.

GizmoDVD · Jun 6, 2012, 10:10 AM

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Originally Posted by RobbyIdol

Those MBA prices look delicious -- I just hope that means the base 11" MBA model is now 128 SSD and the 256 SSD is going for approx $1,200.

And come ooooon better battery life!!

Dumping my 2010 Air this weekend. I can live without it for a few weeks to gain an extra $100 or so before Apple drops the price themselves.

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Jun 6, 2012, 10:00 AM	#76
neilpryde23 macrumors regular Join Date: Nov 2011	9to5mac claims they've been sitting on this list for several weeks but didn't want to out the inventory people as a source of the leak so they didn't post it til now. AU$2,499 and 3,149 are pretty freaking expensive prices for a MBP according to the list from 9to5. Edit: Sorry for reposting this 9to5 list again. I didn't realize it was posted on the previous page
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Jun 6, 2012, 10:05 AM	#89
Matrixfan macrumors member Join Date: Oct 2008	So this is when Tim Cook doubles down on product secrecy Alas, I couldn't justify a $3000 single socket computer as an upgrade path from the 2008 dual socket model Mac Pro. I may as well switch to a notebook, or see what the iMacs will be like. Anyway, good to hear about Mac updates!
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CausticPuppy macrumors 6502a Join Date: May 2012	Everything but the Mac Mini! But that's fine, since I just got mine a few weeks ago. Nice to know it would be obsolete just yet. I can't wait to see what the new Airs have to offer. Also, maybe a new TB display with USB 3.0 ports?
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Jun 6, 2012, 10:07 AM	#94
Rizzn macrumors 6502 Join Date: Feb 2012	I'm really hoping for a quad core 13" MBP. I don't see the 13" MBP and MBA being redundant; I think the MBP should be what it's labeled as, "pro." I don't want to have to get a 15". I want a portable (<15") powerhouse, and at the moment, Apple does not offer one. I think the MBP line should basically contain the same internals, just catered to those who want screen size options. The higher screen sizes could obviously hold more parts, but there's hardly anything "pro" about a 2012 notebook still using dual core processors IMO, let alone on board graphics.
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RobbyIdol macrumors newbie Join Date: Mar 2012	Those MBA prices look delicious -- I just hope that means the base 11" MBA model is now 128 SSD and the 256 SSD is going for approx $1,200. And come ooooon better battery life!!
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