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Apple Press Event October 19 Confirmed

iQuit said:
I can see the day when Apple reaches $299 complete desktops lmao. :p
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Considering the rate of both PowerBook and iPod updates, the iPod will basically be a PowerBook with a click-wheel in about a year...and those do go for $299. I'm guessing sometime around Christmas, they'll add a projected keyboard on, and Airport Extreme. Actually, the iPods are probably going to have 7448's before the PowerBooks!
 
I wouldn't want much higher res on my 15"--small pixels means harder to read text and more eyestrain during long use.

But it's also useful (obviously) so I can see it being nice to have the OPTION.

Tiny pixels on the smallest size (12" or 13") is kind of a given though. I wouldn't say no to 1280x800 at 13"! I'd just have to add a Cinema Display :)


nichtsicher said:
Although PPC Prosessors are better, Intel sells more.
Today, production is not about quality
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The G5 IS better, in many ways, today.

But the change to Intel isn't about G5s today. It's about the chips Intel will have next year, compared to what IBM can deliver. IBM's not done improving the G5, but Intel's future plans look better, thanks to ditching NetBurst.

And even today, PPC falls short when it comes to laptops. I'd never give up Mac OS X, but I do recognize that the Pentium M is faster than a G4.

So the switch to Intel IS about quality.
 
PPC is just so great at multitasking.... :(



nagromme said:
I wouldn't want much higher res on my 15"--small pixels means harder to read text and more eyestrain during long use.

But it's also useful (obviously) so I can see it being nice to have the OPTION.

Tiny pixels on the smallest size (12" or 13") is kind of a given though. I wouldn't say no to 1280x800 at 13"! I'd just have to add a Cinema Display :)



The G5 IS better, in many ways, today.

But the change to Intel isn't about G5s today. It's about the chips Intel will have next year, compared to what IBM can deliver. IBM's not done improving the G5, but Intel's future plans look better, thanks to ditching NetBurst.

And even today, PPC falls short when it comes to laptops. I'd never give up Mac OS X, but I do recognize that the Pentium M is faster than a G4.

So the switch to Intel IS about quality.
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physics_gopher said:
If the 13" comes in with a decent WXGA screen then it'll have 1280x800 pixels, awfully close to the current 15" resolution. This would seem to indicate that the 15- (and 17-) inch models will get a screen upgrade. It really would be about time for something like this.
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1280x800-13"

1440x900- 15"

1920-?? - 17"

How's that sound for the new HD PowerBooks?

We are getting closer and closer to wednesday. Has a time been confirmed yet for this event?
 
Is the current PowerMac actually 64 bit? If so then it is the ONLY personal computer that has a 64 bit processor with a 64 bit OS.
 
iQuit said:
Is the current PowerMac actually 64 bit? If so then it is the ONLY personal computer that has a 64 bit processor with a 64 bit OS.
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Um, yeah, the G5 is 64bit.

But there are AMD's running XP64 on 64bit processors over in PC land.
 
Don't know if this has been mentioned before, but a site redesign possibly suggests new PowerBooks and PowerMacs...the iPod section of Apple.com always had the "choose your ipod" navigation bar. With the release of the new iMac last week, they did this with the mini and the iMac (consumer desktops). Perhaps we'll see a navigation system like this for portable (iBook + PowerBook) and pro systems as well, if/when they are released.

Still interested in the "Compatible with Apple products introduced in 2005 or later that have a built-in Infrared (IR) receiver." note on the Apple Remote store page.
 
d.perel said:
Speaking of flash-based MP3's, doesn't the Samsung price-fixing suit mean cheaper prices for Apple to make its MP3 players? Since apple was listed as a victim of price-fixing, couldn't apple get some money out of the suit anyway?
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I think you have an interesting point. It will be interesting to see where the flash market heads. According to Apple Insider, Apple dropped out of multi-billion $$$ investment talks with Samsung.

The article goes further to say that Apple might be investigated for price fixing as well, by the Korean government. I think Apple knew something about the price fixing... maybe it has something do with why Apple received such favorable pricing for the iPod Nano's flash chips... maybe not but I do think the preferential treatment Apple got didn't help Samsung.

http://www.appleinsider.com/article.php?id=1324

Disclaimer: I know this is a PM and PB thread, it's just that I remember reading a post about flash and iPods earlier in this thread. :eek:
 
XP has 64bit version

Windows XP has a full 64bit version, but most software written for the PC is 32bit, so while the OS and hardware are 64bit, the software isnt written to take advantage of it.

As for me, i switched to IBM laptop (2.13Ghz Pent M) since it performs great and I was tired of waiting for a new powerbook. I just couldnt wait any longer. If Apple announces a new PB worth switching, i will happily switch back as soon as they are available. I love my IBM laptop.
 
IBM laptops are like tanks....you got yourself a fine laptop. I have a new desktop PC with AMD and SP2, this this is running smooth. I also have a good firewall. The XP64 is not mainstream though is it? I haven't seen it at any computer stores within my area, and I live in a fairly large city. BTW, don't you think SP2 really does make Windows more stable? This was my first time using Windows in about a year and it has been running fine.

Duckless 2nd said:
Windows XP has a full 64bit version, but most software written for the PC is 32bit, so while the OS and hardware are 64bit, the software isnt written to take advantage of it.

As for me, i switched to IBM laptop (2.13Ghz Pent M) since it performs great and I was tired of waiting for a new powerbook. I just couldnt wait any longer. If Apple announces a new PB worth switching, i will happily switch back as soon as they are available. I love my IBM laptop.
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iQuit said:
In 13 minutes we will be 48 hours away from the day this will all take place on.
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Actually the event is Wednesday at 12 noon New York time. That means it is well over 48 hours, until it happens.
 
physics_gopher said:
If the 13" comes in with a decent WXGA screen then it'll have 1280x800 pixels, awfully close to the current 15" resolution. This would seem to indicate that the 15- (and 17-) inch models will get a screen upgrade. It really would be about time for something like this.
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You're right. It would be time, and maybe a 13-inch widescreen version was already in the works, for some time. Why not bring it out, if it was coming together. This *could* explain why we're hearing rumblings of the 12-inch being discontinued. There just isn't rumors on the 13-inch. Oh, how I do wish it was true. However, I will try not to get my hopes up.

If there is a 13-inch Powerbook on Wednesday, I will order immediately! :)
 
XP SP2 has been great for me. I hear people whine about Window's stability problems, but i have almost no problems at all. PLUS, XP supports a LOT more software then OSX, so i would expect more problems, but like I said, that hasnt been the case. I hate to admit it, but XP has been great so far. As for 64bit Windows, you dont see it much since not many places sell the 64bit AMD machines.

I am hoping that Apple FINALLY does something with the PB so i have a reason to switch back.
 
iQuit said:
I said 48 hours until the day....which is Wednesday.
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So in about 60 hours we should have the formal information and we can stop speculating all day and either finally get some sleep, or stay up late whining about the poor/great upgrades (i am hoping great)!
 
powerbook911 said:
Good grief. You do have the Apple fever bad :)
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It's very contagious - watch out. ;)

Yes, only a short amount of time until we are blessed with more treats from Apple. Seems like Christmas is coming early this year! :cool:
 
Duckless 2nd said:
Windows XP has a full 64bit version, but most software written for the PC is 32bit, so while the OS and hardware are 64bit, the software isnt written to take advantage of it.
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Many 32bit programs run better under 64bit, speaking from experience. It is related to the way memory is addressed under the x86-64 (aka x64) system (it IS NOT full 64-bit). Keep in mind, XP x64 was designed and written based on x64 Windows Server 2003, so it's a better and more solid OS all around.

Duckless 2nd said:
As for 64bit Windows, you dont see it much since not many places sell the 64bit AMD machines.
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They are sold in just about every OEM dealer now. Keep in mind Intel also makes their 64-bit chip--again which isn't actually 64 bit, it's EM64T, emulated 64 bit. AMD chips on desktop level are also emulated 64 bit.

Otherwise sounds like you made a good choice on the IBM notebook! Glad to hear it's pretty solid. I'm looking into them myself.
 
Windows 2003?! :eek:


stefan15 said:
Many 32bit programs run better under 64bit, speaking from experience. It is related to the way memory is addressed under the x86-64 system. Keep in mind, XP x64 is also based off of x64 Windows 2003, so it's a better OS all around.

Sounds like you made a good choice on the IBM notebook. I'm looking into them myself.
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EricNau said:
built in iSight very probable (just my thought). If not I bet we'll see one with the intels.
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I've said it before and I'll say it again - built in cameras on pro machines? I think not. Built in cameras are a consumer thing but NOT a pro feature - people in the pro market have their own pro cameras (which Apple couldn't come close to touching). Same reason Apple won't take on PhotoShop.
 
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