Apple Media Event Near April First?

[Multimedia]

Probably $999 and $1299

I hope they come out with a cheap iBook (cheaper than $1000) - something that I could possibly afford.

Probably $999 and $1299.

 

[BlizzardBomb]

Integrated graphics seems likely looking at the Mini, but who would spend sub-$1000 on a laptop to game with?

Well anyway I want to see:

• 13", Magsafe, Front Row and the same procs as the Mini.
• Shuffles -> 2GB
• Nano -> 4GB + 6GB
• 5G iPod -> 40GB and 80GB
• Software Update that allows gapless playback on iPods please!
• BT Mighty Mouse!

 

[mackeeper]

Integrated graphics seems likely looking at the Mini, but who would spend sub-$1000 on a laptop to game with?

Well anyway I want to see:

• 13", Magsafe, Front Row and the same procs as the Mini.
• Shuffles -> 2GB
• Nano -> 4GB + 6GB
• 5G iPod -> 40GB and 80GB
• Software Update that allows gapless playback on iPods please!
• BT Mighty Mouse!

That's weaksauce dude. Where's the fullscreen iPod? Where's the iCar? Think big.

 

[lvnmacs]

I am just hoping it's a 13" widescreen MacBook Pro with a looooooooooooooooooonger battery life! Is that too much too ask?

 

[kalisphoenix]

Hopefully Apple's going to release something at least mildly more interesting than the expected friggin' iBook.

I'll commit seppuku if it's not better than the 02/28 event. That made me want to ****ing *****-slap the ****** ******** out of that ***** and ******** **** down his throat. And then peel his skin off with a potato peeler one square inch at a time, dip the pieces in liquid nitrogen, and then stick them back on the wounds. And then neatly remove the deadened areas with a dull paring knife, dip a snow shovel in a mixture of sulfuric acid and rock salt, and fling it at him a couple times.

@eeee[]);;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;>

(that's my sarcasm sword)

 

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will come out and do something absolutely crazy for April Fools' Day: he'll come out in a navy blue mock turtleneck!!!!

You heard it here first.

Lol. Actually, I was kind of hoping they'd do something fun for April Fool's as well as release products for their birthday. Or make a April Fool's joke of some sort, or have a sale, or something.

Only embarassing to Mac fanboys who need to get a life.

No kidding. "Oh really, they released new products? Wow how embarassing." That's such an inexplicable reaction. A lot of this is disappointment for expecting something tremendous when it wasn't the stage for such to begin with, and the rest of it is people mouthing off on first impressions of the Hi-Fi or integrated graphics of the least powerful computer in the line. Dorks.

Personally, I just got to test the Hi-Fi today. I've got to say, I couldn't test it long and it was in the crowded store, but nonetheless it easily rivals the Bose one, probably is better. I need to test it some more. Very good really, if people would get the wedgies out of their butts and look at it objectively.

 

[sam10685]

Integrated graphics seems likely looking at the Mini, but who would spend sub-$1000 on a laptop to game with?

Well anyway I want to see:

• 13", Magsafe, Front Row and the same procs as the Mini.
• Shuffles -> 2GB
• Nano -> 4GB + 6GB
• 5G iPod -> 40GB and 80GB
• Software Update that allows gapless playback on iPods please!
• BT Mighty Mouse!

this has nothing to do with ur post... just wanted to say i like ur icon thingy. this Revolution deal is going to kick-ass.

 

[(L)]

Since its introduction, people have been commenting on what an unimpressive "new" product the Hi-Fi is. I went to the local Apple Store to check one out. The one thing about the Hi-Fi that really struck me as odd, was the huge chamber on the back that is supposedly for the six, D-cell batteries. Apple has proven itself to be the master of squeezing computer components into very tight spaces (please refrain from rude comments), with products like the Mac mini and the iMac. Why would they choose to waste so much real estate for batteries? I will tell you why. That space is the future home of Apple's "next great thing". Along with the next generation video iPod, Jobs is going to introduce a "media bar" that fits into the empty battery compartment of the iPod Hi-Fi, that turns the product into a media center. The product will be like an Apple-on-a-stick. It will have the same ports as the Mac mini, less the power connector and the optical line that are already on the Hi-Fi. This elongated version of a Mac mini will not have to contain a power supply, power switch, hard drive, nor, of course, speakers. There may even be space for some extra NAND flash memory to serve as the video data buffer between the docked iPod and the video output. This is how Steve is going to convince the videophiles that Apple is the product of choice.

Umm, that is a good idea, really it is, but a bit farfetched. The battery slots are really for a pole-shaped computer? With no HDD? All the parts made to fit into cylindrical slots? On the other hand, to power a speaker system like that for long enough portably, you need some space for batteries. Your idea hinges on the premise that this necessary space was somehow a "waste" in terms of just using it for batteries, which is pure subjectivity on your part. I quite appreciate the idea that the Hi-Fi is semi-mobile, and can imagine that sort of thing being on the list of the Hi-Fi's advantages against competitors. Really, given the sound premise that Apple wanted to make the thing semi-mobile, the battery slots make perfect sense (who would make them, say, lumped together in a corner, which would easily be better for a cube-like computer to fit in?).

Speaking of videophiles, how many of you have 1080 HD TV's or screens? That's right - very few. It's really not that hard to hook up even a Mac Mini to a TV and get good quality, no different really from a DVD player. For videophiles, this may not be the greatest. But for a media center type thing, the Mac Mini is OK to Great. I can't imagine such being tied to a speaker system, when anybody with a 1080 HD capability would also have expensive speakers. Or not even 1080. Even for normal video, if it's on the TV and coming from a computer, it should be played through either TV's speakers or external speakers...not limited to the Hi-Fi. So why would the Hi-Fi suddenly be a media hub? Kind of absurd if you ask me.

 

[sam10685]

Integrated graphics seems likely looking at the Mini, but who would spend sub-$1000 on a laptop to game with?

Well anyway I want to see:

• 13", Magsafe, Front Row and the same procs as the Mini.
• Shuffles -> 2GB
• Nano -> 4GB + 6GB
• 5G iPod -> 40GB and 80GB
• Software Update that allows gapless playback on iPods please!
• BT Mighty Mouse!

ok, yes-- BT Mightymouse... i have a mighty mouse and a BT mouse and i love both. (((let's go apple...)))

 

[(L)]

Disappointment...?

4.01.06...

Honestly, I was not at all shocked or disappointed by the fact that there was no 6G iPod on the Feb. 28th event - the Hi-Fi and Mini came out, exactly as predicted, no surprise, nothing to be disappointed about. Except for fanboys that had delusions of 6G iPods because of the hoaxes made or those that want the Mac Mini to have all the features of an iMac, most of us probably understood that the 28th was not the ripe time for a new 6G iPod.

...But, Apple's anniversary on April Fool's Day would be. If they don't come up with the 6G iPod by then, which I doubt they'll fail but you never know...I'll be bummed. That, for once, would be a REAL let down, when everyone expected something big to come from Apple. I don't care if you release 13" MacBooks or whatever...keeping the iPod going is one thing that'll help people switch, especially to products like the 13". A 12" or 13" MBP would also be appreciated, but nothing like the 6G iPod.

 

[iPie]

Déja vu?

New, Fun Products Next Week? 766 replies
https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/181820/

WARNING we are experiencing a massive collective déja vu episode(minus boombox and mac mini). Hold on to your <mice>.

DO NOT PANIC. The duration of this hallucination will last no longer than 4 weeks (many are hoping for 3!).

DO NOT PANIC. For those of you (us) who have become habituated, this episode will be immediately be followed by another:

https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/183335/
Apple Feb 28th Media Event Coverage 712 replies

and so on...

 

[Josias]

I want for easter:...

I would like to see:

12 and 14" iBook/MacBook:
1.5/1.67 GHz , both Core Duo, no Core Solo!
Up to 2 GB RAM
60 & 80 GB HDD (5.400 rpm, available up to 120 GB)
X800 64 MB DDR
Widescreen (of course)
The same ports, but change the f*****g 56k modem into a mic-port
MagSafe, same battery life (6 hours)
SuperDrive available in both models (8x DL)
Frontrow, no iSight

Please!!

I also think they will make that Bluetooth Mighty Mouse, and of course an updated Shuffle or Nano, no new widescreen iPod. They might include new AirPort Extreme systems with up to 108mbps, and maybe video compatible AirTunes. I don't think they will make any 12 or 17" MBP now, but that they both will come soon. The new PowerMac might come (and new Cinema Displays), perhaps with 3 GHz Dual Intel Xeon 2, but I don't really care. I hope Office 2006 is announced. 2004 is kinda old now, still good though. I don't hope they change the design of any computers, but i don't think they will. Perhaps they will with the PowerMac, but they haven't done so far with 3 out of 5 computer lines, so I think the iBook stays as it is.

 

[lorien]

Steve's gonna rock your world on March 28th

Introducing the new "iThink therefore iAm"
Now you can plug the computer God gave you directly into the one Apple gave you! Starting at $999

 

[MacSA]

I hope they come out with a cheap iBook (cheaper than $1000) - something that I could possibly afford.

Unlikely... it seems Windows PC's are becoming cheaper while Apple hardware is going up in price.

 

[Hattig]

Let's not hype this one up, eh? Because you'll only be disappointed, and blame Apple for not delivering what you were dreaming would be introduced.

Anyway, it is a significant date in Apple's calendar.

If they've got the MacBook 13" mostly done, they'll introduce it.
Possibly alongside a MacBook Pro 13", which is the same hardware with more powerful discrete graphics and a different case.
If they've got a 4" Video iPod or whatever, they'll introduce it.

I don't think they'd do much more than that though.

 

[BlizzardBomb]

Unlikely... it seems Windows PC's are becoming cheaper while Apple hardware is going up in price.

In the UK anyway. Apple have been bumping up prices (ever so slightly) here for a while now, e.g Mac Mini - £339 -> £359, £429 -> £449, iMac - £899 -> £929 etc. US seems to get steady pricing though.

this has nothing to do with ur post... just wanted to say i like ur icon thingy. this Revolution deal is going to kick-ass.

Agreed

That's weaksauce dude. Where's the fullscreen iPod? Where's the iCar? Think big.

I wouldn't say that was a weak upgrade. I doubt a fullscreen iPod would be ready in time, but hey you never know!

I would like to see:
X800 64 MB DDR

If they could use that, they would of put one in the Mac Mini. An X1300 was the main candidate for the MacBook and the Mini, but as the Mini got Intel Integrated, that looks like the path Apple will take with it's entry-level computers.

 

[Squire]

It was disappointing because Apple invited only journalists to a 200-seat venue for "fun" product announcements... and yet somehow people on this site felt they were promised "life-changing" product announcements worthy of a 2000-seat venue open to the public

No, I think it was because an upgraded mini, some leather iPod cases, and a big speaker with an iPod dock aren't really what people thought Apple meant by "fun". Geez, even the media and analysts pegged it as a bit anti-climactic. I know what you mean though. A lot of people reacted like Apple had slaughtered their first born.

Back on topic: Does anyone remember the report of somebody at Apple (or a tipster with inside knowledge) saying that they recommended staying away from a MacBook Pro because something much better was imminent?

Maybe this is it.

-Squire

 

[zack.williams]

MacBook

I hope to buy the new iBook, and i hope that it will have the following:

-White Cover
-Lighted Keyboard-Perfect for late nights since i am a student
-iSight and Front Row
-Dual Core
-6 hours or more of battery-thats one of the factors that made the iBook popular
60GB
13.3 widescreen or 12- the smaller the better!

the rest is up to Apple

 

[BlizzardBomb]

I hope to buy the new iBook, and i hope that it will have the following:

-White Cover
-Lighted Keyboard-Perfect for late nights since i am a student
-iSight and Front Row
-Dual Core
-6 hours or more of battery-thats one of the factors that made the iBook popular
-60GB
-13.3 widescreen or 12- the smaller the better!

the rest is up to Apple

Sounds like a great prediction to me. I'm pretty sure at least 4 of them would be true, iSight would be a bonus, but I think Front Row is pretty much guaranteed.

 

[50548]

It was disappointing because Apple invited only journalists to a 200-seat venue for "fun" product announcements... and yet somehow people on this site felt they were promised "life-changing" product announcements worthy of a 2000-seat venue open to the public

Yep, that's really stupid...in fact, recent reports and reviews state that the so-bashed iPod HiFi is not only selling well, but it's, indeed, the BEST offer out there for iPod companion speakers...

As for the event itself, it was just about "fun" products...including that expensive iPod case and great Intel Mac Mini, which is gonna sell like croissants also...

For the next one, I predict:

- Intel MacBooks (Core Single/IIG low-end, Core Duo/GPU high-end);
- New iPod AV with larger screen;
- 30th Anniversary Cube Mac with FrogDesign looks!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

You read it here first, from FD's site:

"We know Apple and Adobe are trying to recruit from frog because they consider our employees to be the best. Lucky for us, our frogs are quite happy in the pond."

Let the rumor fest begin!!!!!!

 

[firsttube]

I hope to buy the new iBook, and i hope that it will have the following:

-White Cover
-Lighted Keyboard-Perfect for late nights since i am a student
-iSight and Front Row
-Dual Core
-6 hours or more of battery-thats one of the factors that made the iBook popular
60GB
13.3 widescreen or 12- the smaller the better!

the rest is up to Apple

To me, it looks like the low end is going to be 1.5 ghz solo, possibly 1.66 duo for the higher end MBPish macbook. Will not have a backlit keyboard, but possibly BTO for the high end duo. Front Row is a given, but I'm not so sure about that iSight being built in, actually. A 5 hour battery would be expected. 60/80 gig hd's. 100 gig possibly bto, but I honestly don't see it. Will definitely be white, but possibly a black option? (given the ipod transition...)

Will definitely be slimmer than the current 12" iBook form factor, however Apple isn't going to release an $1199 or $1299 MacBook version of the $1999 MBP, with simply a slower processor and smaller screen, that would kill any new sales of the 15" MBP. No 12" option at all. Just my 2 cents.

Phil

 

[Piarco]

...a 13 inch iBook.

I love my iBook's small form factor (12 inch). Why would I want something bigger?

I don't do heavy-lifting with the iBook, its chief charm is that it's an inexpensive and stylish tool to accomplish my basic computing needs on the go.

I'd like: built-in iSight, decent graphics, and a Core Duo. Light and thin would be nice too.

1. 4:3 screens are a thing of the past - everything is moving to widescreen.
2. The height of the 13.3" (i.e. screen open) should be virtualy identical to the 12". Its going to expand by 0.65" either side to give the new aspect. Is this really going to be an issue for you? The MackBook Pro is thinner than the old PB's and has a look more in it, and is still low weight.
3. You want higher specs, but moan about the weight?
4. If you think the move to a 13.3" form factor is going to be too much for you to carry around...... its time to start doing some exercise


I think it is high time the iBook users got their new baby. As an old PB owner I never cared about that (much the same way they got sick of our "but the PB is the pro line model, we need it first" whinging, but they really are left out in the cold at the moment. Time to bring 'em in to the Intel warmth.
As to what I hope to see...... well as I'm kinda bored with iPod announcements (which for me is saying something) I'd really like to see a tablet Mac - it would be of great use to me. And I do think something completely new will be announced. Which would be either the true video iPod (which I'd probably get at some point) or a MacTablet.... Here's hoping for the MacTablet...... in vain I suspect!

 

[BoyBach]

Hopefully Apple's going to release something at least mildly more interesting than the expected friggin' iBook.

I'll commit seppuku if it's not better than the 02/28 event. That made me want to ****ing *****-slap the ****** ******** out of that ***** and ******** **** down his throat. And then peel his skin off with a potato peeler one square inch at a time, dip the pieces in liquid nitrogen, and then stick them back on the wounds. And then neatly remove the deadened areas with a dull paring knife, dip a snow shovel in a mixture of sulfuric acid and rock salt, and fling it at him a couple times.

@eeee[]);;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;>

(that's my sarcasm sword)

You're scaring me

 

[weg]

AppleInsider reports that Apple will hold a media event in conjunction with its 30th anniversary on April 1, but that the date of the event may be just before or after April 1st since the day is a Saturday.

Don't dare to hype.. they'll probably just present a bag for the iPod Hi-Fi....

 

[50548]

Don't dare to hype.. they'll probably just present a bag for the iPod Hi-Fi....

Hehe, natuerlich..! But don't forget the Apple logo also, this counts a lot..!