Mac Mini Refresh Soon?

MacRumors · Aug 24, 2006, 06:38 PM

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One blog claims that bulk orders for the Mac mini are currently being denied until after Labor Day.

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I needed to order another bunch to use as Mac mini servers (and to add to my great wall of Apple boxes) but I was told by the reseller (name withdrawn so they don’t get in trouble) that they can’t take big orders (again), but after Labor Day they’d be able to ship plenty of the new model.

The same blog reported a similar pattern prior to the last Mac Mini update in February. Meanwhile, Appleinsider claims to have independent confirmation of the delay in large orders of Mac Minis.

This timeframe supports earlier claims that Apple would be launching Core 2 Duo (Merom/Conroe) Macs as early in September. The new Core 2 Duo processors are drop-in replacements for existing Core Duo processors which power the Mac Mini, MacBook, iMac and MacBook Pro.

Sean7512 · Aug 24, 2006, 06:42 PM

I hope it happens soon......that new iMac is sounding nice!!! I think it is obviously coming "VERY SOON." What happened to September 5th? Is that the tuesday after labor day, I think it is....

AvSRoCkCO1067 · Aug 24, 2006, 06:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Sean7512

I hope it happens soon......that new iMac is sounding nice!!! I think it is obviously coming "VERY SOON." What happened to September 5th? Is that the tuesday after labor day, I think it is....

This article refers to the Mac Mini, not the iMac...

MacSA · Aug 24, 2006, 06:59 PM

Finally some Mac Mini rumours

..... lets hope this turns out to be correct. I wonder what specs we'll see in the next update, Surley no more Core Solo?

The article mentions Core 2 Duo, but I bet they stick with Core Duo. everything else will be the same.

zap2 · Aug 24, 2006, 07:02 PM

I'd be shocked if we saw Merom based Minis before Merom based MBP and MB.. maybe a Core Duo upgrade, to hold us over? A price drop and high speed Yonah?

OR wishful thinking from someone who doesn't want his Core Duo Mini to seem old(even though its not)

DrFrankTM · Aug 25, 2006, 10:05 AM

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Originally Posted by zap2

I'd be shocked if we saw Merom based Minis before Merom based MBP and MB.. maybe a Core Duo upgrade, to hold us over? A price drop and high speed Yonah?

OR wishful thinking from someone who doesn't want his Core Duo Mini to seem old(even though its not)

Merom would be a good jump up for the Mini. I think it'd be cool if they offer it (even though I've had my Core Duo for just a couple of months :P), but I agree with you that we might simply see faster Yonah chips in the new Minis. One way or the other though, I'm happy the processor isn't soldered. When Merom drops in price, I'll grab the fastest thing I can put in my Mini. Chances are it will make it faster than whatever's the ultimate you can buy from Apple at that time. It's a fun time to be a Mini owner...

mangis · Aug 24, 2006, 06:42 PM

It May Be Time For A Mac For My Entertainment Center

swingerofbirch · Aug 24, 2006, 07:10 PM

finally a rumor!

after weeks of speculation on the forums, a front page rumor feels fact!

holding my thumbs for a conroe imac! (a swedish expression...i think?)

BeefUK · Aug 24, 2006, 07:13 PM

I hope this means they'll update the Macbooks too, mac mini with Core 2 Duo and not in the macbook would be strange!!!

I can understand the macbook pro being updated on it's own but the mini???

macfan881 · Aug 24, 2006, 07:13 PM

i hope theres a new mac mini soon id plan to get one but i plan to put boot camp on and play my matrix online and i pray this version does not have shared graphics cause for my game it is herendus playin the game

QCassidy352 · Aug 24, 2006, 07:13 PM

the new intel integrated graphics isn't ready, is it? So these will be merom minis with a GMA 950?

Kashchei · Aug 27, 2006, 07:01 PM

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Originally Posted by QCassidy352

the new intel integrated graphics isn't ready, is it? So these will be merom minis with a GMA 950?

This is the $64K question. Does anyone know when the X3000 is due to be released?

Dont Hurt Me · Aug 27, 2006, 07:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Kashchei

This is the $64K question. Does anyone know when the X3000 is due to be released?

True, with it the mini is a solid little machine, without it it still lacks graphics. Its coming soon because Intel wants to take away $$$ from nvidia & ati.

ezekielrage_99 · Aug 27, 2006, 08:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Kashchei

This is the $64K question. Does anyone know when the X3000 is due to be released?

I was under the impression when the Core 2 Duos were released, but I hope very soon because they are a measurable improvement over the GMA950 which isn't as bad as everyone make it out to be.

Kashchei · Aug 27, 2006, 06:36 PM

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Originally Posted by swingerofbirch

finally a rumor!

after weeks of speculation on the forums, a front page rumor feels fact!

holding my thumbs for a conroe imac! (a swedish expression...i think?)

"Hold your thumbs" is a French expression as well. I had no ideas the Swedes held their thumbs as well, but I'll be doing the same thing since I can't wait to see the new minis as well.

.Andy · 07:24 PM

Almost shelled out Monday for a top of the liner mini. Glad I didn't get around to it. A 2 Duo in the low end and it will make a fantastic media center. Even better if they include a superdrive (unlikely

). Have to wait and see....

sunfast · Aug 24, 2006, 07:23 PM

One day I'll buy a mini - they look so sweet. And with a C2D they'll go sweet too!

MrCrowbar · Aug 24, 2006, 07:29 PM

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Originally Posted by sunfast

One day I'll buy a mini - they look so sweet. And with a C2D they'll go sweet too!

Maybe dual optical drives like the Mac pro. This is getting standard on Macs obviously.

vanzskater272 · Aug 24, 2006, 07:33 PM

I cant wait for the new macbook to come out! I am gonna get it the first day.

glennsan · Aug 24, 2006, 07:38 PM

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Originally Posted by MrCrowbar

Maybe dual optical drives like the Mac pro. This is getting standard on Macs obviously.

The only Mac that currently has the dual optical drive is the Mac Pro. I would not think that the iMac and Mini would get a dual as well. But I will admit that stranger things have happened.

Zwhaler · Aug 24, 2006, 07:39 PM

All I can say is thank god...

chuckles:) · Aug 24, 2006, 07:52 PM

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Originally Posted by MrCrowbar

Maybe dual optical drives like the Mac pro. This is getting standard on Macs obviously.

Obviously???

the Mac Pro is one thing, but you wont see dual optical drives in an iMac much less a Mini, there's no point 4 the standard consumer market.

surroundfan · Aug 24, 2006, 06:42 PM

If there's a dual core base model after 4 September, I'll be very happy...

Roll on 5 September...

Sean7512 · Aug 24, 2006, 06:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Macrumors

Core 2 Duo processors are drop-in replacements for existing Core Duo processors which power the Mac Mini, MacBook, iMac and MacBook Pro.

Quote:

Originally Posted by AvSRoCkCO1067

This article refers to the Mac Mini, not the iMac...

Just taking a guess that it also includes the iMac, well praying

AvSRoCkCO1067 · Aug 24, 2006, 06:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sean7512

Just taking a guess that it also includes the iMac, well praying

Is Conroe pin-compatible with the iMac, though? I didn't think it was...and I definitely think that Apple should try to get a Conroe chip in that computer (or else release a mid-sized tower).

Aug 24, 2006, 06:42 PM	#2
Sean7512 macrumors 6502a Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Pittsburgh	I hope it happens soon......that new iMac is sounding nice!!! I think it is obviously coming "VERY SOON." What happened to September 5th? Is that the tuesday after labor day, I think it is.... __________________ Crosby + Malkin + Staal + Fleury...Imagine the Possibilities Be Yourself, Only Better SVC Hockey #23

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zap2 macrumors 601 Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: NJ	I'd be shocked if we saw Merom based Minis before Merom based MBP and MB.. maybe a Core Duo upgrade, to hold us over? A price drop and high speed Yonah? OR wishful thinking from someone who doesn't want his Core Duo Mini to seem old(even though its not) __________________ "We can't all be heroes because somebody has to sit on the curb and clap as they go by." Will Rogers

Aug 24, 2006, 07:13 PM	#11
QCassidy352 Contributor Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Boston, MA	the new intel integrated graphics isn't ready, is it? So these will be merom minis with a GMA 950? __________________ "If Jesus Himself came back to earth and turned water to wine, half of MacRumors would say 'meh, this is red. I wanted white.'"

Aug 24, 2006, 07:21 PM	#16
.Andy macrumors Demi-God Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: The Mergui Archipelago	Almost shelled out Monday for a top of the liner mini. Glad I didn't get around to it. A 2 Duo in the low end and it will make a fantastic media center. Even better if they include a superdrive (unlikely ). Have to wait and see.... __________________ Each man's death diminishes me, for I am involved in mankind. Therefore, send not to know for whom the bell tolls, it tolls for thee. Last edited by Doctor Q : Aug 24, 2006 at 07:24 PM. Reason: removed quote of deleted post

Aug 24, 2006, 07:23 PM	#17
sunfast macrumors 68020 Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: London	One day I'll buy a mini - they look so sweet. And with a C2D they'll go sweet too! __________________ 762

Aug 24, 2006, 06:59 PM	#4
MacSA macrumors 68000 Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: UK	Finally some Mac Mini rumours ..... lets hope this turns out to be correct. I wonder what specs we'll see in the next update, Surley no more Core Solo? The article mentions Core 2 Duo, but I bet they stick with Core Duo. everything else will be the same.

Aug 24, 2006, 06:42 PM	#7
mangis macrumors member Join Date: Jan 2002	It May Be Time For A Mac For My Entertainment Center

Aug 24, 2006, 07:10 PM	#8
swingerofbirch macrumors 68000 Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: The Amalgamated States of Central North America	finally a rumor! after weeks of speculation on the forums, a front page rumor feels fact! holding my thumbs for a conroe imac! (a swedish expression...i think?)

Aug 24, 2006, 07:13 PM	#9
BeefUK macrumors member Join Date: Jun 2006	I hope this means they'll update the Macbooks too, mac mini with Core 2 Duo and not in the macbook would be strange!!! I can understand the macbook pro being updated on it's own but the mini???

Aug 24, 2006, 07:13 PM	#10
macfan881 macrumors 65816 Join Date: Feb 2006	i hope theres a new mac mini soon id plan to get one but i plan to put boot camp on and play my matrix online and i pray this version does not have shared graphics cause for my game it is herendus playin the game

Aug 24, 2006, 07:33 PM	#19
vanzskater272 macrumors regular Join Date: Aug 2006	I cant wait for the new macbook to come out! I am gonna get it the first day.

Aug 24, 2006, 07:39 PM	#21
Zwhaler macrumors 68040 Join Date: Jun 2006	All I can say is thank god...

Aug 24, 2006, 06:42 PM	#23
surroundfan macrumors regular Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Melbourne, Australia	If there's a dual core base model after 4 September, I'll be very happy... Roll on 5 September... __________________ MacBook Pro: CD 2.0GHz 2GB RAM 320GB 7200RPM HDD Mac minis: CD 1.66GHz 2GB RAM 80GB HDD, C2D 2.0GHz 2GB RAM 320GB HDD iPod: 3G 20GB iPhone: 2G 8GB

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