15.4" MacBook in 2nd Quarter 2007?

AndyR · Feb 15, 2007, 06:26 AM

http://www.macworld.co.uk/news/index...S&newsID=17227

If this is true that is going to be great news! I'd buy one in a heartbeat

Go

sunfast · Feb 15, 2007, 06:34 AM

I wonder how they would spec it to keep it distinct from the Pro. And how much it would cost?

If you haven't already done, you should submit this

Abstract · Feb 15, 2007, 06:55 AM

They can keep it distinct from the MBP simply by continuing to include Intel integrated graphics and some of the really whizz-bang features like the illuminated keyboard and other masturbate-worthy perks.

Oh, and maybe LED backlights for the LCDs in the MBP, and conventional LCD tech for the MacBook.

By the time that 15" MacBook is out, I think the upcoming, new and improved integrated graphics is coming out. Doesn't sound exciting, but it's not going to be bad at all. I would actually upgrade my current MacBook to a MacBook with that integrated graphics chip when the time comes.

(Well, I was considering an upgrade to a MBP, but lets see what happens...)

ashokc · Feb 15, 2007, 07:26 AM

I hope they dont release it at a lower price I just bought a new macbook two days ago

emotion · Feb 15, 2007, 07:54 AM

I think this is a confused rumour. The reports are probably for the new Pro, not a normal 15.4" Macbook.

sunfast · Feb 15, 2007, 08:07 AM

It says this 15.4" model is to "debut". That suggests to me it's new, rather than an update.

iMeowbot · Feb 15, 2007, 08:11 AM

Digitimes. Bah.

emotion · Feb 15, 2007, 08:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sunfast

It says this 15.4" model is to "debut". That suggests to me it's new, rather than an update.

As has been pointed out, it's a Digitimes rumour. I wouldn't pay to much heed to it.

sunfast · Feb 15, 2007, 09:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by emotion

As has been pointed out, it's a Digitimes rumour. I wouldn't pay to much heed to it.

I see! I'm not quite versed enough in rumour stuff to know who to trust

emotion · Feb 15, 2007, 09:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sunfast

I see! I'm not quite versed enough in rumour stuff to know who to trust

they've got our hopes up too many times, only to have them dashed again.

MacRumors · Feb 15, 2007, 09:49 AM

Digitimes claims that Apple will be shipping 15.4" MacBooks in the second quarter of 2007:

Quote:

Apple is planning to introduce 15.4-inch MacBooks in the second quarter of 2007, according to industry sources in Taiwan. The new model will fill the gap between the company's 13.3-inch MacBooks and the 15.4- and 17-inch MacBook Pros that form its current notebook line up, and is expected to boost shipments of Apple's Intel-powered MacBooks, the sources add.

Historically, Digitimes has not been very accurate with their predictions, but a number of recent Digitimes rumors have been corroborated, if not confirmed. (LED-backlit Laptops, Apple Notebook with Robson Caching)

Drizzt · Feb 15, 2007, 09:51 AM

Interesting. One wonders how this could affect the MBPs. I wonder how the average consumer will react...

Mydel · Feb 15, 2007, 09:56 AM

I would really prefer to see new MBP instead...

blurtigo · Feb 15, 2007, 10:00 AM

I'd rather a replacement for the 12" PowerBook filled the gap instead.

nukiduz · Feb 15, 2007, 10:00 AM

is there any market for this? wouldn't it be more logical a small mbp?

CJD2112 · Feb 15, 2007, 10:01 AM

I say bring it on! As an owner of a Power Book G4 and an owner of a Mac Pro 2.66, I was holding off on buying a new Mac Book Pro as I don't want to dish out over 2 grand for another Mac that would become obsolete in a matter of months, and I don't want a teeny-tiny Mac Book either. If a 15.4" Mac Book becomes available for roughly $1500, I'm on it like white on rice

princealfie · Feb 15, 2007, 10:02 AM

Bring it on! I really could love to have one...in black!

Grimace · Feb 15, 2007, 10:10 AM

I think this detracts greatly from the MBP range. An ultraportable 12" MBP would be a smarter move...

Ahheck01 · Feb 15, 2007, 10:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mydel

I would really prefer to see new MBP instead...

Quote:

Originally Posted by blurtigo

I'd rather a replacement for the 12" PowerBook filled the gap instead.

Quote:

Originally Posted by nukiduz

is there any market for this? wouldn't it be more logical a small mbp?

Quote:

Originally Posted by Grimace

I think this detracts greatly from the MBP range. An ultraportable 12" MBP would be a smarter move...

That's the content of over half the posts thus far for good reason. agreed.

-Evan

sluthy · Feb 15, 2007, 10:15 AM

If the next MBP comes out in April with LED backlighting, HDTV-ready resolution (1920x1200 preferably, for extra vertical real-estate) and all the Santa Rosa goodies (draft-N WiFi, Robson flash cache etc), then I'm buying one. I'm not waiting for Perryn or anything, but Santa Rosa is right around the corner.

bbydon · Feb 15, 2007, 10:22 AM

Everyone has a cheap 15 inch laptop....except apple.
My girlfriend bought a 15 inch HP for $500 because the macbook screen was too small for her.
I think apple is missing this market. Not everyone can afford a pro machine for screen size.

twoodcc · Feb 15, 2007, 10:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mydel

I would really prefer to see new MBP instead...

yeah me too, a smaller MBP

i really don't see why Apple would release this. i would like to see it, but i doubt it will happen

sunfast · Feb 15, 2007, 10:24 AM

I really hope they don't do what they did with the 12" and 14" iBooks and have the same resolution for both screen sizes

polishmacuser · Feb 15, 2007, 10:26 AM

can you say all lay lu ya

smueboy · Feb 15, 2007, 10:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by blurtigo

I'd rather a replacement for the 12" PowerBook filled the gap instead.

I agree, a 12" MBP would be very nice.

What would a 15.4" MB entail? - basically a low spec MBP then, in white or black.

Feb 15, 2007, 06:26 AM	#1
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Feb 15, 2007, 06:34 AM	#2
sunfast macrumors 68020 Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: London	I wonder how they would spec it to keep it distinct from the Pro. And how much it would cost? If you haven't already done, you should submit this __________________ 762

Feb 15, 2007, 06:55 AM	#3
Abstract macrumors Demi-God Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: It's classified.	They can keep it distinct from the MBP simply by continuing to include Intel integrated graphics and some of the really whizz-bang features like the illuminated keyboard and other masturbate-worthy perks. Oh, and maybe LED backlights for the LCDs in the MBP, and conventional LCD tech for the MacBook. By the time that 15" MacBook is out, I think the upcoming, new and improved integrated graphics is coming out. Doesn't sound exciting, but it's not going to be bad at all. I would actually upgrade my current MacBook to a MacBook with that integrated graphics chip when the time comes. (Well, I was considering an upgrade to a MBP, but lets see what happens...) __________________ "Oh, I've always wanted to touch Stanley," signs teacher Fran Zakoor, embracing the kids… ESPN Article, 04/09/2008

Feb 15, 2007, 08:07 AM	#6
sunfast macrumors 68020 Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: London	It says this 15.4" model is to "debut". That suggests to me it's new, rather than an update. __________________ 762

Feb 15, 2007, 09:51 AM	#12
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Feb 15, 2007, 07:26 AM	#4
ashokc macrumors member Join Date: Feb 2007	I hope they dont release it at a lower price I just bought a new macbook two days ago

Feb 15, 2007, 07:54 AM	#5
emotion macrumors 68030 Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Manchester, UK	I think this is a confused rumour. The reports are probably for the new Pro, not a normal 15.4" Macbook.

Feb 15, 2007, 08:11 AM	#7
iMeowbot macrumors 601 Join Date: Aug 2003	Digitimes. Bah.

Feb 15, 2007, 09:56 AM	#13
Mydel macrumors 6502a Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Sometimes here mostly there	I would really prefer to see new MBP instead...

Feb 15, 2007, 10:00 AM	#14
blurtigo macrumors member Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: United Kingdom	I'd rather a replacement for the 12" PowerBook filled the gap instead.

Feb 15, 2007, 10:00 AM	#15
nukiduz macrumors 6502 Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Basque Country	is there any market for this? wouldn't it be more logical a small mbp?

Feb 15, 2007, 10:01 AM	#16
CJD2112 Guest Join Date: Dec 2006	I say bring it on! As an owner of a Power Book G4 and an owner of a Mac Pro 2.66, I was holding off on buying a new Mac Book Pro as I don't want to dish out over 2 grand for another Mac that would become obsolete in a matter of months, and I don't want a teeny-tiny Mac Book either. If a 15.4" Mac Book becomes available for roughly $1500, I'm on it like white on rice

Feb 15, 2007, 10:02 AM	#17
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Feb 15, 2007, 10:15 AM	#20
sluthy macrumors regular Join Date: May 2002 Location: Bundaberg, Qld. Australia	If the next MBP comes out in April with LED backlighting, HDTV-ready resolution (1920x1200 preferably, for extra vertical real-estate) and all the Santa Rosa goodies (draft-N WiFi, Robson flash cache etc), then I'm buying one. I'm not waiting for Perryn or anything, but Santa Rosa is right around the corner. __________________ Sluthy. "Today a young man on acid realised that all matter is merely energy condensed into a smaller vibration, and that we are all one consciousness experiencing itself subjectively. There's no such thing as death, life is only a dream, and we are the imagination of ourselves. Here's Tom with the weather."

Feb 15, 2007, 10:22 AM	#21
bbydon macrumors 6502 Join Date: May 2005 Location: ATL	Everyone has a cheap 15 inch laptop....except apple. My girlfriend bought a 15 inch HP for $500 because the macbook screen was too small for her. I think apple is missing this market. Not everyone can afford a pro machine for screen size.

Feb 15, 2007, 10:24 AM	#23
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