MacBooks, MacBook Pros, and Pro Apps to See Updates at WWDC?

MacRumors · Apr 22, 2009, 06:50 AM

9to5Mac cites their "favorite Apple source" who claims that Apple will be delivering minor updates for MacBooks and MacBook Pros at WWDC. The source speculates that this could involve 3G or speed bumps or battery changes, but this is entirely speculative. Also expected are updates to Apple's Pro Apps including Final Cut Pro, Aperture, Logic, and Shake.

Such updates at WWDC would be somewhat uncharacteristic for Apple who has not historically focused on these products during the developer's conference. Looking back at previous WWDCs, Apple has focused on iPhone, Mac OS X and Mac Pros/PowerMacs at the annual event.

WWDC 2009 takes place in San Francisco between June 8th and 12th.

Article Link: MacBooks, MacBook Pros, and Pro Apps to See Updates at WWDC?

yamahadrums · Apr 22, 2009, 06:53 AM

I am waiting for Logic update!!! Come on, Apple, make my year!

colmaclean · Apr 22, 2009, 06:54 AM

They must have something amazing lined up for the MBPs in Autumn if this is happening in June...

Ade-iMac-177 · Apr 22, 2009, 06:54 AM

I thought that the updates to Pro Apps were meant to come out at NAB!

Belly-laughs · Apr 22, 2009, 06:55 AM

Enter matte options and TI FireWire controllers across the range!

Bye Bye Baby · Apr 22, 2009, 06:55 AM

Sound interesting. Can't wait.

I know uncle Steve has been busy.

colonels1020 · Apr 22, 2009, 06:56 AM

3G in the laptops? Either make it free or have a version without it. I do NOT want to be paying a monthly data fee for my laptop. I'm already paying enough as it is for just my phone.

zedsdead · Apr 22, 2009, 06:57 AM

Really looking forward to the Pro Apps update.

The Macbooks and Macbook Pro's would only see an announcement at an event if there is something new to consider, which could be the on board 3g. Otherwise, they were just redesigned, so mentioning them at WWDC seems out of place.

Prometheus2000 · Apr 22, 2009, 06:59 AM

Would be great to have a UMTS Modem build in to pop in a prepaid data sim card. And then get rid of the need to dial-up, make it switch between networks like the iPhone...

Internet, always there, no matter what

talkingfuture · Apr 22, 2009, 07:03 AM

Seemed unlikely at first but you can't doubt 9to5's favourite source!

MartiNZ · Apr 22, 2009, 07:05 AM

Come June it will be about the time an MB/MBP update is expected, so I guess that's why the idea of that comes up, but isn't this update supposed to be the less exciting one before core i7 towards year end? Maybe it will just be a quiet one a couple of weeks before the conference.

scottness · Apr 22, 2009, 07:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Prometheus2000

Would be great to have a UMTS Modem build in to pop in a prepaid data sim card. And then get rid of the need to dial-up, make it switch between networks like the iPhone...

Internet, always there, no matter what

Are you serious? 3G in an Apple notebook? Cool... but what would the monthly fee be for that? --Probably would make me uninterested.

johnnyjibbs · Apr 22, 2009, 07:12 AM

Seems quite a wait. I would have thought that updates would have occrred before then. But we'll see. Sorry to flumux anyone's hopes but I can't imagine much change beyond the normal minor updates on processors etc, as the last revision was a major revision in terms of form factor and features for both lines.

Pete1989 · Apr 22, 2009, 07:15 AM

No 3G in Macbooks for me please. Thats what we now have tethering for.

jnc · Apr 22, 2009, 07:19 AM

3G? Oh my - will there be a memory card reader and a TV tuner as well?

Battlefield Fan · Apr 22, 2009, 07:21 AM

Even the slighest update to the mbp would make me pounce all over one in July!

OriginalMacRat · Apr 22, 2009, 07:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by scottness

Are you serious? 3G in an Apple notebook? Cool... but what would the monthly fee be for that? --Probably would make me uninterested.

You'll have to sell your soul to ATT just like with the iPhone.

cstromme · Apr 22, 2009, 07:26 AM

Oh dear God please give me a 15" with the non-replaceable battery!

John Jacob · Apr 22, 2009, 07:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Prometheus2000

Would be great to have a UMTS Modem build in to pop in a prepaid data sim card. And then get rid of the need to dial-up, make it switch between networks like the iPhone...

Internet, always there, no matter what

The current Macbook's and MBP's can already do that. Hint: tether using Bluetooth. The best part: the phone doesn't even have to leave my pocket.

Spotless · Apr 22, 2009, 07:29 AM

I would love an update to FCP.

The suite really needs a new approach to the management of settings.
I work in film tech support and you wouldn't believe the amount of peeps who are utterly nonplussed by the audio/video settings etc.
Not surprising when one remembers there are up to THREE different places to modify some settings!
Also we need Apple-built break out boxes a la Avid. I have used and supported Black Magic and AJA based systems and they don't compare to Avid systems for simplicity.

joshysquashy · Apr 22, 2009, 07:30 AM

Having 3G built in makes a lot of sense. If they are clever, they will just provide the hardware, without a contract. If you want to get a sim card on any contract, just pop it into your MacBook and enjoy mobile broadband without a silly USB adapter, remember the days when that was the only way to get wifi?!

pnr · Apr 22, 2009, 07:35 AM

I think MB and MBP need a slight improvement like standard memory 4GB, hard disk capacity increase, graphics card upgrade and option for matte screen.

DELLsFan · Apr 22, 2009, 07:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jnc

3G? Oh my - will there be a memory card reader and a TV tuner as well?

Ha!

Here's hoping for meaningful updates to the MBs and MBPs. That means battery update, for example. I guess I don't understand the need for 3G in the computer itself.

Who really needs 3G in the laptop anyway when tethering will soon be available via the iPhone? Don't the carriers sell internet plans that are accessed via those cards or other external hardware you need to install?

ipoppy · Apr 22, 2009, 07:36 AM

3G chip will be nice and handy of course if for free to have it. I wonder if there will be chance to tethering for free if you already on contract with iPhone. That will be nice.
I really would wish to see some battery improvement for all range of laptops. My worked like 6-8 months and is dead. Every time, every mac. Its a joke especially if you have to pay like £100 for new one all the time.

neil1980 · Apr 22, 2009, 07:40 AM

I could imagine maybe a netbook with 3G subsidised by ATT/O2 on a contract but full blown macbook/pro I struggle to believe.

Id imagine it would still cost a silly amount to buy AND be tied into a lengthy contract costing whatever a data plan is on its own these days... I just couldn't see many people going for it when the finance of it all comes out.

Apr 22, 2009, 06:50 AM	#1
MacRumors macrumors bot Join Date: Apr 2001	MacBooks, MacBook Pros, and Pro Apps to See Updates at WWDC? 9to5Mac cites their "favorite Apple source" who claims that Apple will be delivering minor updates for MacBooks and MacBook Pros at WWDC. The source speculates that this could involve 3G or speed bumps or battery changes, but this is entirely speculative. Also expected are updates to Apple's Pro Apps including Final Cut Pro, Aperture, Logic, and Shake. Such updates at WWDC would be somewhat uncharacteristic for Apple who has not historically focused on these products during the developer's conference. Looking back at previous WWDCs, Apple has focused on iPhone, Mac OS X and Mac Pros/PowerMacs at the annual event. WWDC 2009 takes place in San Francisco between June 8th and 12th. Article Link: MacBooks, MacBook Pros, and Pro Apps to See Updates at WWDC?

Apr 22, 2009, 06:54 AM	#4
Ade-iMac-177 macrumors regular Join Date: Jun 2007	I thought that the updates to Pro Apps were meant to come out at NAB! __________________ 2.53GHz MacBook Pro Unibody :-: 17" White 2.0GHz C2D iMac :-: 160GB iPod Classic :-: 1GB 2G Blue iPod Shuffle :-: 8GB iPhone 3G

Apr 22, 2009, 06:55 AM	#5
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Apr 22, 2009, 06:55 AM	#6
Bye Bye Baby macrumors 6502a Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Roma-Italia	Sound interesting. Can't wait. I know uncle Steve has been busy. __________________ 24" iMac 3.06 GHz, 4 GB RAM + 24" ACD iPhone (16) Nano (8) TV (40) TC (500) Mini + Drobo

Apr 22, 2009, 06:56 AM	#7
colonels1020 macrumors regular Join Date: Mar 2006	3G in the laptops? Either make it free or have a version without it. I do NOT want to be paying a monthly data fee for my laptop. I'm already paying enough as it is for just my phone. __________________ Why settle for 3G when you can live life... on the EDGE?

Apr 22, 2009, 06:53 AM	#2
yamahadrums macrumors newbie Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Sofia, Bulgaria	I am waiting for Logic update!!! Come on, Apple, make my year!

Apr 22, 2009, 06:54 AM	#3
colmaclean macrumors 6502a Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Scotland	They must have something amazing lined up for the MBPs in Autumn if this is happening in June...

Apr 22, 2009, 06:57 AM	#8
zedsdead macrumors 68000 Join Date: Jun 2007	Really looking forward to the Pro Apps update. The Macbooks and Macbook Pro's would only see an announcement at an event if there is something new to consider, which could be the on board 3g. Otherwise, they were just redesigned, so mentioning them at WWDC seems out of place. __________________ iMac 27: 2.8 Core i7 Quad, 2TB, 8 gigs of RAM, ATI 4850 Macbook Pro: 2.4 Core2Duo, 128 SSD, 4 gigs of RAM, NVIDIA 9400/9600 iPhone 3G S⃣ ; Apple TV; Final Cut Studio 2.5, Logic, Drobo, EyeTV

Apr 22, 2009, 06:59 AM	#9
Prometheus2000 macrumors member Join Date: Apr 2008	3G? Finally! :) Would be great to have a UMTS Modem build in to pop in a prepaid data sim card. And then get rid of the need to dial-up, make it switch between networks like the iPhone... Internet, always there, no matter what

Apr 22, 2009, 07:03 AM	#10
talkingfuture macrumors 6502a Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: The back of beyond.	Seemed unlikely at first but you can't doubt 9to5's favourite source! __________________ Futuristical bloggery with a twist.

Apr 22, 2009, 07:05 AM	#11
MartiNZ macrumors regular Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Auckland, NZ	Come June it will be about the time an MB/MBP update is expected, so I guess that's why the idea of that comes up, but isn't this update supposed to be the less exciting one before core i7 towards year end? Maybe it will just be a quiet one a couple of weeks before the conference.

Apr 22, 2009, 07:12 AM	#13
johnnyjibbs macrumors 68030 Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: London, UK	Seems quite a wait. I would have thought that updates would have occrred before then. But we'll see. Sorry to flumux anyone's hopes but I can't imagine much change beyond the normal minor updates on processors etc, as the last revision was a major revision in terms of form factor and features for both lines. __________________ johngriffithsapps.com - Get It Done! \| Grocery Checkout 15" MBP, iPhone 3G, 12" PB, iPod 4G, iPod shuffle

Apr 22, 2009, 07:15 AM	#14
Pete1989 macrumors newbie Join Date: Mar 2009	No 3G in Macbooks for me please. Thats what we now have tethering for.

Apr 22, 2009, 07:19 AM	#15
jnc macrumors 68020 Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Nunya, Business TX	3G? Oh my - will there be a memory card reader and a TV tuner as well? __________________ The views expressed above do not, and are not intended to represent or reflect the opinions, policies and/or statements of my employer(s).

Apr 22, 2009, 07:21 AM	#16
Battlefield Fan macrumors 6502 Join Date: Mar 2008	Even the slighest update to the mbp would make me pounce all over one in July!

Apr 22, 2009, 07:26 AM	#18
cstromme macrumors regular Join Date: Feb 2007	Oh dear God please give me a 15" with the non-replaceable battery!

Apr 22, 2009, 07:29 AM	#20
Spotless macrumors newbie Join Date: May 2007 Location: Laahndun! UK	I would love an update to FCP. The suite really needs a new approach to the management of settings. I work in film tech support and you wouldn't believe the amount of peeps who are utterly nonplussed by the audio/video settings etc. Not surprising when one remembers there are up to THREE different places to modify some settings! Also we need Apple-built break out boxes a la Avid. I have used and supported Black Magic and AJA based systems and they don't compare to Avid systems for simplicity.

Apr 22, 2009, 07:30 AM	#21
joshysquashy macrumors 6502a Join Date: May 2005 Location: UK	Having 3G built in makes a lot of sense. If they are clever, they will just provide the hardware, without a contract. If you want to get a sim card on any contract, just pop it into your MacBook and enjoy mobile broadband without a silly USB adapter, remember the days when that was the only way to get wifi?!

Apr 22, 2009, 07:35 AM	#22
pnr macrumors newbie Join Date: Mar 2009	I think MB and MBP need a slight improvement like standard memory 4GB, hard disk capacity increase, graphics card upgrade and option for matte screen.

Apr 22, 2009, 07:36 AM	#24
ipoppy macrumors regular Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: UK	3G chip will be nice and handy of course if for free to have it. I wonder if there will be chance to tethering for free if you already on contract with iPhone. That will be nice. I really would wish to see some battery improvement for all range of laptops. My worked like 6-8 months and is dead. Every time, every mac. Its a joke especially if you have to pay like £100 for new one all the time. __________________ Failure is not an option - it comes bundled with Windows.

Apr 22, 2009, 07:40 AM	#25
neil1980 macrumors regular Join Date: Nov 2008	I could imagine maybe a netbook with 3G subsidised by ATT/O2 on a contract but full blown macbook/pro I struggle to believe. Id imagine it would still cost a silly amount to buy AND be tied into a lengthy contract costing whatever a data plan is on its own these days... I just couldn't see many people going for it when the finance of it all comes out. __________________ MacBook 2.4 GHz Unibody, 2GB Ram, 250GB Hard Drive. iPhone 3G, 16GB Black.

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