Well, it looks like what the analyst said is close to what they will reveal.
Macbook Pros in current form factor updated. A new more expensive thinner 15 laptop, who knows what it will be called. But I am guessing 'macbook' only. But it might be called a Air.
I have some bad news. Well maybe. I am hearing from a my guy that works with Apple's supply chain that the memory for the new laptop might be soldered on. As like in the Macbook Air. But that it will be ample RAM right off the bat.
Reason being that he can see part numbers but for 8GB and 16GB ram. He usually cannot see part numbers that are 'upgrades'. Only standard parts of the machine. Don't know for sure but it is looking that way. Hope he is wrong.
Well I hope not, but may not be a big deal if they provide ample RAM.
On a lighter note, at least Apple is not sacrificing form over function. The current MBP's are thin as it is but they perform well. Upgrade able. Like I said before Apple will not upgrade something or redesign something if they cannot make it better or have better performance.
The current crop of MacBook Pro's are only 24mm thin. Less than a inch. A Intel Ultra book spec(not that it means much since Apple created the segment with the Air) for a 14inch and over laptop and that includes 15 and 17 inch. Is 21mm. The current MBP's almost qualify for Intels spec for a Ultrabook by 3mm.
I don't know if the new design will win me over. I have enough money for a 3000 laptop, but would I want to spend that much?
Especially one that has the same internals as a slightly thicker and heavier cousin? One that is less than a pound heavier?
I will hold judgement until tomorrow morning, but let's hope Apple surprises us.
