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Intel iBook (MacBook) Arriving in May? and 17'' MacBook Pro?

pavetheforest said:
so do you suggest i wait it out for the new higher-end macbook or jump on an older model ibook/powerbook?
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Wait for the Macbook. Now is not the time to buy a G4 based Mac!
 
BillyShears said:
My understanding of GarageBand and other audio apps is that you typically use an external (USB or Firewire) soundcard to get good sound. For example something from M-Audio. Usually you don't just plug your guitar into the computer. I've yet to do it, so I might be wrong.
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ahh duh, i have an m-audio usb recording device, so i suppose it would make sense that i'm using that sound card, not the internal apple one...so i guess as long as i have the app(garageband) i should be alright?
 
hd78 said:
hopefully they put a better screen in the new iBook replacement. The current iBook's screen and brightness is pathetic even compare to a cheap $499 laptop.
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Agreed, the 14" iBook display is disappointing, but the 12" is one of the nicer laptop displays I've worked with. There's a huge difference between the displays, probably because they're both 1024x768. 1280x768 on a 13.3" should be equally nice, because a 13.3" widescreen should be physically the same height as the 12".

That said, here's hoping there's something aluminum, but smaller than the MBP 15, dual core, hopefully with discreet graphics memory.
 
Interesting

Are the only difference between the whole macbook lineup going to be processor speed and display/case size/color?
 
I think they need a bottom of the range model with Core Solo and integrated graphics - the cheapest possible MacBook. Keeping the entry level as low as possible will attract more customers. Even if people end up looking at the specs and decide it's worth paying a little more for the Core Duo, or a model with a decent graphics card, it's that "from $999" or whatever that will catch peoples attention.

Heck, I started out looking at Mac Mini's, then the price tag of the iBook G4 caught my attention, then I started looking at MacBook Pro's. If I'd simply seen the price tag of the MacBook Pro I would have disregarded it as being out of my price range. I even talked myself into getting the 2.0 GHz MacBook Pro, cos when you consider that you're going to need at least 1GB RAM and a 100GB hard drive, to get the 1.83 GHz model with these specs is only slightly cheaper than the 2.0 GHz model that has 1GB and 100GB's as standard. Anyone recognise this scenario? No, just me then? :D
 
14" and 15" Consumer Laptops?

So no cheap 14 or 15 consumer laptops or what? This is quite a dissapointment hopefully Apple has something instore because I know of several people who are considering new laptops, want them in that size but don't have the money to go for the MacBook Pro.

Also I sure hope they have PB12 replacement instore as an ThinkpadX or a SonyX series killer, I would love to have an Apple ultra portable like the old Duo days.
 
Even though my iBook is less than a year old (purchased July 05), I will definitely be getting one of these!

integrated graphics are fine for what i need.... yessss excel spreadsheets in widescreen (^_^)v
 
I absolutely love my 12" Powerbook. I bought it over the iBook a year ago, partly because of the upgraded features, but mostly because of the quality of the keyboard. I'm a writer, so what I mostly use the laptop for is to TYPE. The iBook keyboard is a flimsy thing that makes my hands feel cramped after a few minutes, but the Powerbook's keys just glide under my fingers.

Seeing as all I'm doing is typing away in Word, I didn't need a bigger screen or a bigger laptop. I can go up a nice hilltop with a view of the city and write my latest masterpiece (*cough*).

I do hope that they release an Intel 12" or 13" Powerbook, because if I ever by another laptop, that's what I want.
 
dr_lha said:
Wait for the Macbook. Now is not the time to buy a G4 based Mac!
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:eek: I really agree strongly. The G4 has been replaced by the G5 (except they didn't manage to get G5's into laptops). Now things have moved on from G5 to the Intel processors. Really G4's are 2 steps behind, and will be obsolete far quicker than current PowerMac G5's which are still pretty powerful machines. Just look at the jumps from MacMini G4 to MacMini Intel, and PowerBook G4 to MacBook Pro. The jump from iBook to MacBook will be just as great, and probably for the same price.
 
yeah, I've decided to pick up one of the MacBooks once they are released. This whole "Windows on Macintosh" thing has perked up my interest quite a bit. I was going to wait until college graduation - but seeing how I might not graduate on time I might just borrow monies and go for a MacBook now. I have $2000 in the bank so money isn't much of an issue. I really wanted a tablet to come out... but a MacBook may just be what I need.
 
pavetheforest said:
ahh duh, i have an m-audio usb recording device, so i suppose it would make sense that i'm using that sound card, not the internal apple one...so i guess as long as i have the app(garageband) i should be alright?
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I am almost certain that's the case, but I couldn't tell you for sure since I haven't gotten into recording on the computer yet. So you should be alright.
 
I'm another that's going to wait until Leopard comes out before I buy anything. Hopefully by then there'll be a 13.3'' MBP or a really nicely speced MBP for me to buy!
 
dannyhawaii said:
I absolutely love my 12" Powerbook. I bought it over the iBook a year ago, partly because of the upgraded features, but mostly because of the quality of the keyboard. I'm a writer, so what I mostly use the laptop for is to TYPE. The iBook keyboard is a flimsy thing that makes my hands feel cramped after a few minutes, but the Powerbook's keys just glide under my fingers.

Seeing as all I'm doing is typing away in Word, I didn't need a bigger screen or a bigger laptop. I can go up a nice hilltop with a view of the city and write my latest masterpiece (*cough*).

I do hope that they release an Intel 12" or 13" Powerbook, because if I ever by another laptop, that's what I want.
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I agree with this...love my powerboook. Im definately going to strap down until after leopard is released and be grabbing the first 12-15' lappy that comes my way with the ilife '07 and leopard bundle
 
Cool news. I'm hoping these rumors are true about the Macbook being duo core only (as opposed to have a core solo like the Mini). Even if the price is a little bit more, it will probably be worth it in the long run.

I'm not in the market for a new laptop right now, but I'll probably end up getting a Macbook eventually, so it's nice to hear that an official announcement could come very soon.
 
Three models, three price points, same design - The MacBook

Hello folks, I am hoping for a new MacBook this June/July too as my nearly one year old iBook is getting close to expiring its warranty and needs trading for an updated, multicapable and feature-packed MacBook!

Standard features include 13.3" WideDisplay, MagSafe, MagClose (lol), and MacOS software bundle.

Here are my predictions for the upcoming models:

$999 MacBook

Intel Core Duo 1.66Ghz Processor
512Mb DDR2 Memory (2GB Max)
40Gb Hard Drive
Intel GMA 950/965 Graphics Chipset
CD-RW/DVD Combo Drive
Gigabit Ethernet, Airport and Bluetooth

$1299 MacBook

Intel Core Duo 1.66Ghz Processor
512Mb DDR2 Memory (2GB Max)
60Gb Hard Drive
Intel GMA 950/965 Graphics Chipset
SuperDrive SL
Gigabit Ethernet, Airport and Bluetooth
iSight and FrontRow with Remote

$1499 MacBook

Intel Core Duo 1.83Ghz Processor
512Mb DDR2 Memory (2GB Max)
80Gb Hard Drive
Ati Radeon X1300/1400 64Mb GPU with 128Mb BTO available
SuperDrive SL
Gigabit Ethernet, Airport and Bluetooth
iSight and FrontRow with Remote

Basis: Appleinsider

1. At least CoreDuo Processors
2. FrontRow and iSight on top two models
3. First model really intended for budget student/education
4. Appleinsider says 'several configurations' not just one or two.

Realistically, you cannot expect an iSight, FR AND CoreDuo system for under $999..come on guys...besides, the education sector is neither in need of lots of HDD capacity, dedicated graphics, iSight or FR.
MacBook Pro will most likely be bumped up to 2Ghz/2.16Ghz variants with 2.33Ghz BTO, as expected for release later by Intel. OR configs could stay the same depending on demand...
 
w_parietti22 said:
Hmmm MacBook or MacBook Pro... I can't decide.
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yeah...I'm not sure either :( Though I did sell my *ell today for just a couple of C-notes less than I purchased it for 3 months ago! I reimaged the damn thing, ran updates, installed better software than provided originally, ran more updates and will soon be making an official *ell Transfer of Ownership. Then it's money in the bank until the decision gets easier.

The FIRST thing that pops to mind is that the MacBook Pro could see some improvements within a couple months, if not a Rev B quite yet, while the MacBook will still be in its first round. Then there's the difference in power....


I feel lucky to have such a tough decision to make.:eek:

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