New iPods, iMac, Movie Store on September 12th?

MacRumors · Sep 4, 2006, 07:30 AM

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A number of recent reports have claimed that September 12th will bring an Apple media event with iMac updates.

ThinkSecret now reports that Apple's September 12th media event will also introduce a 2nd generation iPod Nano and an updated 5G iPod alongside upgraded iMacs.

According to the rumor site the new iPod nano will feature larger storage capacities as well as multiple colors in a metal finish. Meanwhile, the new full-size iPod will simply sport upgraded capacities at the same price point. ThinkSecret does not expect the long rumored touch-screen video iPod until 2007, but does expect the introduction of the iTunes Movie Store at this event.

Eraserhead · Sep 4, 2006, 07:32 AM

I wonder when new Macbooks/Macbook pros will come?

macintel4me · Sep 4, 2006, 07:36 AM

Finally there is hope on some new iPods!

IEatApples · Sep 4, 2006, 07:36 AM

I would love a 23" iMac

Metal Nanos are also great

WildPalms · Sep 4, 2006, 07:43 AM

I want a 21" iPod!

The all new surfPod! ...and we'll have fun, fun fun, since daddy took the iTunes awayyyyyy...

AppleinJapan · Sep 4, 2006, 07:48 AM

Ive waited and waited for a year to replace my old G3 imac so I hope that Apple release an Imac with a 23 inch screen ! It would be great for animators like myself.....I was thinking of buying a Samsung screen anyway so plz Apple release it

Brandon Sharitt · 08:13 AM

The following is just me personal guesses as too updates to Apples hardware over the next 6 months or so, with a few coming on the 12th and most by the end of the year.

MacBook Pros updated to Core 2 Duos is a no brainer, though I'm not sure if they'd launch it at such and event, but still possible since it is a bit more than speed bump, and you know Steve would want to brag about his new 64-bit PowerBooks.

Also, the iMacs seem to be in the same boat processor wise, though which Core 2 Duo isn't quite as obvious of a choice. If they could fit a G5 in the form factor, it seems reasonable that they could get Conroe in there too, but Merom would let it run cooler. Considering the large gap between the Mac mini and Mac Pro, a 23" iMac would just make sense, unless the much hoped for Conroe based mid tower was released, though that a lot less likely than a 23" iMac, or even a 30" iMac, so don't hold your breath.

MacBooks, don't hold your breath, possibly price drops to get it to $999 again since Yonah prices have come down since launch, but don't expect a Core 2 Duo any time soon. The MacBook is already eating the MacBook Pro's launch due to the similar specs, so the Core 2 is likely to be the MacBook Pro advantage.

Like the MacBook, the Mac mini could see drops back down to G4 levels, and I would discount the Core Duos across the line, but again, don't look for the Core 2 Duo anytime soon.

As for iPods, I would expect the touch screen Video iPod to come out in time for the holiday season, though maybe not on the 12th. The reason being to compete with the Zune and the fact that there finally seems to be a deal about a movie store. As for the regular iPod, probably 40GB and 80GB versions at the current prices, with a slim chance at a 60GB model at $349. As for the nano, probably doubling of storage on all models(2GB, 4GB, 8GB) at the same price points. I wouldn't be surprised to see a 1GB nano at around $129 either. As for the shuffle, if it survives, 512MB at $49 and 1GB at around $79 or so.

javizoso · Sep 4, 2006, 08:02 AM

Hi.

I ordered an iMac Core Duo 20" more than two weeks ago in Spain and have received two emails from the Apple Store delaying its shippment due to "unexpected number of orders and availability of that product" which is kind of suspicious. Finally, it was shipped on Aug. 31 but the delivery date was and still is Sep. 12! ... I think I just might get one of the upgraded iMacs because Apple never took almost to weeks to deliver any product to me.

When I get the computer I will post about whatever it is inside!

cleanup · Sep 4, 2006, 08:21 AM

Awww and I haven't even gotten tired of my first generation nano yet...

But if the metal enclosure is as good as those on the minis then I might just have to upgrade.

zenntench_oni · Sep 4, 2006, 08:25 AM

nooo. im not gonna have enough money for another ipod.
dam it. oh wells. ill give myself a month to save up. . .

other than that. ill enjoy some tea that i make

Brandon Sharitt · Sep 4, 2006, 08:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cleanup

Awww and I haven't even gotten tired of my first generation nano yet...

But if the metal enclosure is as good as those on the minis then I might just have to upgrade.

I still like my first generation Nano, but my girlfriends dog got a hold of it and broke the screen. Luckily I can see just enough of the bottom of the screen to put in on shuffle songs, so it's like having and extra wide black shuffle. I'm waiting update before I buy a new one. Besides, my trusty mini still works too.

hyperpasta · Sep 4, 2006, 08:29 AM

I trust only AppleInsider, not ThinkSecret. What they say goes, as far as I remember. Remember last year's October event?

AppleInsider: There will be a video-capable iPod coming out next week.
ThinkSecret: Actually, there will be no iPod coming out next week.
ThinkSecret: Actually, there will be an 80GB regular iPod coming out next week.
ThinkSecret: Actually, there WILL be a video-capable iPod coming out today <for it was the day of the event by the time they had finally gotten their facts straight.>

Some of ThinkSecret's dirt matches AI's. This will come to pass. Everything else will not necessarily happen.

MarcelV · Sep 4, 2006, 08:29 AM

If it's just an upgrade for the 5G iPod, I m gonna be disappointed......at myself. I was holding off to replace my aging 3G iPod, and was gonna wait till 6G (full screen). But if it's just about a larger harddrive, i really could have bought the current one loooong time ago.

Mitthrawnuruodo · Sep 4, 2006, 08:32 AM

New nanos would be nice. I promised my girlfriend a new mid-range nano, as soon as they were updated, for her birthday - and that was two weeks ago... hopefully she can get her birthday present within a month of her birthday...

Zoboomafoo · Sep 4, 2006, 08:32 AM

Sept 12: Supposed release date of new Nanos
Sept 16: End of "Buy a Mac, get a free Nano" promotion.

Either there is going to be a four day mac shopping spree or perhaps iPods aren't going to be the subject of the event.

pixelpp · Sep 4, 2006, 08:42 AM

I just hope that the videos come to Australia when they are announced in the USA.

a new iPod Nano would be great too!
-Stephen Rose
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Tamworth Baptist Church

ezekielrage_99 · Sep 4, 2006, 08:43 AM

iMac and iPod updates sound pretty reasonable, personally I think we will have to see something released next week. I also think we wil see the end of Solo processors in the Mac Mini line by October at the latest.

Just got my tax return and a new iPod and iMac would be nice

Gandalf77 · Sep 4, 2006, 08:49 AM

I work for one of Apple's biggest distributors, we will receive the new products this week ready for shipment next week....so I would say the 12th is about right.
We worked out that there is probably going to be a new nano, as we had to order new, very small, product labels. The rest we will know this week, our product file is updated well in advance but the description is only added at the last moment.

Brandon Sharitt · Sep 4, 2006, 08:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by pixelpp

I just hope that the videos come to Australia when they are announced in the USA.

If the movie store is announced on the 12th, I'm guessing the Aussie store will arrive some time in 2009

though maybe movies don't have as messed up distribution rights as music, but don't hold your breath.

Pallish · Sep 4, 2006, 08:50 AM

I just cancelled my MacBook+iPod-order... The folks at Apple couldn't say if the back to school-offer would still be valid if I switched iPods so I'm placing a new order on Tuesday so I can save 200 bucks on the iPod

Ted13 · Sep 4, 2006, 08:52 AM

I certainly hope that the resolution on the Apple Movie Store will be AT LEAST 480x720 (aka 480P). Otherwise, between Netflix and super cheap DVDs these days, I don't see how Apple can compete with lower than DVD resolution.

If they are really smart (and the studios play ball, which is doubtful) they would go straight to 1080P.

Scarlet Fever · 03:58 AM

haha i mate of mine got herself a nano against my recomendations... she will be crying when she sees the new ones...

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ted13

I certainly hope that the resolution on the Apple Movie Store will be AT LEAST 480x720 (aka 480P). Otherwise, between Netflix and super cheap DVDs these days, I don't see how Apple can compete with lower than DVD resolution.

I fear the files will be too big to download. It would be an overnighter to download a 320*240 movie as it is with my connection, anything bigger will just take far too long. And anyway, if they did that, people would have to re-encode it for their iPods.

Chaszmyr · Sep 4, 2006, 08:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pallish

I just cancelled my MacBook+iPod-order... The folks at Apple couldn't say if the back to school-offer would still be valid if I switched iPods so I'm placing a new order on Tuesday so I can save 200 bucks on the iPod

When new products are released, the existing promotional deals don't always apply to them.

JimmyB248 · Sep 4, 2006, 08:56 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ted13

I certainly hope that the resolution on the Apple Movie Store will be AT LEAST 480x720 (aka 480P). Otherwise, between Netflix and super cheap DVDs these days, I don't see how Apple can compete with lower than DVD resolution.

If they are really smart (and the studios play ball, which is doubtful) they would go straight to 1080P.

I agree with you on the DVD quality. But could imagine how long it would take to downlaod a 1080p film? Days! The hard drive space would be another thing, it would be about 10 or 11 gigs for one film! At least. This is not going to be possible for at least 3 or 4 years I would say.

Nuks · Sep 4, 2006, 08:57 AM

yeah, I wonder if the nanos will be updated, as they are available free with purchase of a mac. If the sizes are all updated, which one would you get for free?

Sep 4, 2006, 07:30 AM	#1
MacRumors macrumors bot Join Date: Apr 2001	New iPods, iMac, Movie Store on September 12th? http://www.macrumors.com/images/macrumorsthreadlogo.gif A number of recent reports have claimed that September 12th will bring an Apple media event with iMac updates. ThinkSecret now reports that Apple's September 12th media event will also introduce a 2nd generation iPod Nano and an updated 5G iPod alongside upgraded iMacs. According to the rumor site the new iPod nano will feature larger storage capacities as well as multiple colors in a metal finish. Meanwhile, the new full-size iPod will simply sport upgraded capacities at the same price point. ThinkSecret does not expect the long rumored touch-screen video iPod until 2007, but does expect the introduction of the iTunes Movie Store at this event.

Sep 4, 2006, 07:36 AM	#4
IEatApples macrumors Demi-God Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Northern Hemisphere (Hamar, Norway)	I would love a 23" iMac Metal Nanos are also great __________________ You think that's air you're breathing now? It's Mac OS Mac Pro 2,8GHz Quad, GTX 285, 6GB RAM, 2,25 TB HDD, Dell 2408WFP MySpace

Sep 4, 2006, 07:57 AM	#7
Brandon Sharitt macrumors 6502a Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Osan AB, Korea	The following is just me personal guesses as too updates to Apples hardware over the next 6 months or so, with a few coming on the 12th and most by the end of the year. MacBook Pros updated to Core 2 Duos is a no brainer, though I'm not sure if they'd launch it at such and event, but still possible since it is a bit more than speed bump, and you know Steve would want to brag about his new 64-bit PowerBooks. Also, the iMacs seem to be in the same boat processor wise, though which Core 2 Duo isn't quite as obvious of a choice. If they could fit a G5 in the form factor, it seems reasonable that they could get Conroe in there too, but Merom would let it run cooler. Considering the large gap between the Mac mini and Mac Pro, a 23" iMac would just make sense, unless the much hoped for Conroe based mid tower was released, though that a lot less likely than a 23" iMac, or even a 30" iMac, so don't hold your breath. MacBooks, don't hold your breath, possibly price drops to get it to $999 again since Yonah prices have come down since launch, but don't expect a Core 2 Duo any time soon. The MacBook is already eating the MacBook Pro's launch due to the similar specs, so the Core 2 is likely to be the MacBook Pro advantage. Like the MacBook, the Mac mini could see drops back down to G4 levels, and I would discount the Core Duos across the line, but again, don't look for the Core 2 Duo anytime soon. As for iPods, I would expect the touch screen Video iPod to come out in time for the holiday season, though maybe not on the 12th. The reason being to compete with the Zune and the fact that there finally seems to be a deal about a movie store. As for the regular iPod, probably 40GB and 80GB versions at the current prices, with a slim chance at a 60GB model at $349. As for the nano, probably doubling of storage on all models(2GB, 4GB, 8GB) at the same price points. I wouldn't be surprised to see a 1GB nano at around $129 either. As for the shuffle, if it survives, 512MB at $49 and 1GB at around $79 or so. __________________ A computer without a Microsoft operating system is like a dog without bricks tied to its head. My Blog Junetech ConfusedYeti Last edited by Brandon Sharitt : Sep 4, 2006 at 08:13 AM.

Sep 4, 2006, 08:02 AM	#8
javizoso macrumors newbie Join Date: Sep 2006	My iMac order delayed! Hi. I ordered an iMac Core Duo 20" more than two weeks ago in Spain and have received two emails from the Apple Store delaying its shippment due to "unexpected number of orders and availability of that product" which is kind of suspicious. Finally, it was shipped on Aug. 31 but the delivery date was and still is Sep. 12! ... I think I just might get one of the upgraded iMacs because Apple never took almost to weeks to deliver any product to me. When I get the computer I will post about whatever it is inside!

Sep 4, 2006, 08:21 AM	#9
cleanup macrumors 68000 Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Toronto	Awww and I haven't even gotten tired of my first generation nano yet... But if the metal enclosure is as good as those on the minis then I might just have to upgrade. __________________ cleanup / deviantART Creative Staff Designer / tumblr.

Sep 4, 2006, 07:32 AM	#2
Eraserhead Contributor Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Oxford, UK	I wonder when new Macbooks/Macbook pros will come?

Sep 4, 2006, 07:36 AM	#3
macintel4me macrumors 6502 Join Date: Jan 2006	Finally there is hope on some new iPods!

Sep 4, 2006, 07:43 AM	#5
WildPalms macrumors 65816 Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Honolulu, HI	I want a 21" iPod! The all new surfPod! ...and we'll have fun, fun fun, since daddy took the iTunes awayyyyyy...

Sep 4, 2006, 07:48 AM	#6
AppleinJapan macrumors regular Join Date: Apr 2005	Ive waited and waited for a year to replace my old G3 imac so I hope that Apple release an Imac with a 23 inch screen ! It would be great for animators like myself.....I was thinking of buying a Samsung screen anyway so plz Apple release it

Sep 4, 2006, 08:25 AM	#10
zenntench_oni macrumors member Join Date: Sep 2005	nooo. im not gonna have enough money for another ipod. dam it. oh wells. ill give myself a month to save up. . . other than that. ill enjoy some tea that i make __________________ *[2/7/2008] iPhone 16GB 2.0 ; *[7/11/2008 ; 8:40am] White 16GB iPhone 3G ; *[8/15/2008] 2nd White iPhone 3G ; [current]16gb iPhone 3G S⃣*

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hyperpasta macrumors 6502a Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: New Jersey	I trust only AppleInsider, not ThinkSecret. What they say goes, as far as I remember. Remember last year's October event? AppleInsider: There will be a video-capable iPod coming out next week. ThinkSecret: Actually, there will be no iPod coming out next week. ThinkSecret: Actually, there will be an 80GB regular iPod coming out next week. ThinkSecret: Actually, there WILL be a video-capable iPod coming out today <for it was the day of the event by the time they had finally gotten their facts straight.> Some of ThinkSecret's dirt matches AI's. This will come to pass. Everything else will not necessarily happen. __________________ Aluminum iMac (Early 2009) 24", 2.66 GHz Core 2 Duo, 4GB RAM, 640GB HD 10.5 Leopard, iLife '09, iWork '09 First Gen. iPod touch, 8 GB

Sep 4, 2006, 08:29 AM	#13
MarcelV macrumors 6502 Join Date: Jul 2004	If it's just an upgrade for the 5G iPod, I m gonna be disappointed......at myself. I was holding off to replace my aging 3G iPod, and was gonna wait till 6G (full screen). But if it's just about a larger harddrive, i really could have bought the current one loooong time ago.

Sep 4, 2006, 08:32 AM	#14
Mitthrawnuruodo Demi-God (Moderator) Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Bergen, Norway	New nanos would be nice. I promised my girlfriend a new mid-range nano, as soon as they were updated, for her birthday - and that was two weeks ago... hopefully she can get her birthday present within a month of her birthday... __________________ Those who fail to learn history are doomed to repeat it; those who fail to learn history correctly... why, they are simply doomed.

Sep 4, 2006, 08:32 AM	#15
Zoboomafoo macrumors member Join Date: May 2002	Sept 12: Supposed release date of new Nanos Sept 16: End of "Buy a Mac, get a free Nano" promotion. Either there is going to be a four day mac shopping spree or perhaps iPods aren't going to be the subject of the event.

Sep 4, 2006, 08:42 AM	#16
pixelpp macrumors newbie Join Date: Sep 2006	Movies In Australia I just hope that the videos come to Australia when they are announced in the USA. a new iPod Nano would be great too! -Stephen Rose ________________________________ Tamworth Baptist Church

Sep 4, 2006, 08:43 AM	#17
ezekielrage_99 macrumors 68020 Join Date: Oct 2005	iMac and iPod updates sound pretty reasonable, personally I think we will have to see something released next week. I also think we wil see the end of Solo processors in the Mac Mini line by October at the latest. Just got my tax return and a new iPod and iMac would be nice __________________ "There is a world elsewhere" - Coriolanus

Sep 4, 2006, 08:49 AM	#18
Gandalf77 macrumors newbie Join Date: Sep 2006	New Products I work for one of Apple's biggest distributors, we will receive the new products this week ready for shipment next week....so I would say the 12th is about right. We worked out that there is probably going to be a new nano, as we had to order new, very small, product labels. The rest we will know this week, our product file is updated well in advance but the description is only added at the last moment.

Sep 4, 2006, 08:50 AM	#20
Pallish macrumors newbie Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Malmö, Sweden	I just cancelled my MacBook+iPod-order... The folks at Apple couldn't say if the back to school-offer would still be valid if I switched iPods so I'm placing a new order on Tuesday so I can save 200 bucks on the iPod

Sep 4, 2006, 08:52 AM	#21
Ted13 macrumors regular Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: NYC	Movie resolution? I certainly hope that the resolution on the Apple Movie Store will be AT LEAST 480x720 (aka 480P). Otherwise, between Netflix and super cheap DVDs these days, I don't see how Apple can compete with lower than DVD resolution. If they are really smart (and the studios play ball, which is doubtful) they would go straight to 1080P.

Sep 4, 2006, 08:57 AM	#25
Nuks macrumors 6502 Join Date: Feb 2006	yeah, I wonder if the nanos will be updated, as they are available free with purchase of a mac. If the sizes are all updated, which one would you get for free?

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