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Mac Book Delays? Next Tuesday?

Once Apple announces a product, how long is it before that product is generally available? Are some quantities of the product in the stores at the time of the announcement?
 
Why do I get Toshiba notebooks ads on the mainpage of a (this) Mac site 😕

If I'd be interrested in a peecee notebook, I'd go to CrapputerRumors.com

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Next Tuesday?

Nah, sources have told me that they will release the MacBook bundled with Duke Nukem Forever at E3.
 
I just checked my balance. £660. Just about enough for a MacBook with edu discount. Hurry up Apple.

... and no f-ing integrated gfx.
 
(L) said:
I'm not so sure about FCS running extremely well on low-end models. The Mini and the iBook (or soon, MacBook) are the low end of Apple, and as such, they're not really designed to run very intensive stuff. GarageBand should be fine, I'd think - anyway, here's the reqs for FCS:

Requirements

Macintosh computer with 867MHz or faster PowerPC G4, PowerPC G5, or Intel Core Duo processor; HD features require 1GHz or faster single or dual processors (authoring HD DVDs requires a PowerPC G5 or Intel Core Duo processor)
512MB of RAM; HD features require 1GB of RAM or more (2GB recommended)
Display with 1024-by-768 or higher resolution
AGP or PCI-E Quartz Extreme graphics card
Motion requires the standard graphics card found in any MacBook Pro, iMac Intel Core Duo, Power Mac G5, iMac G5, a 1.25 GHz or faster PowerBook G4, or a 1.25 GHz or faster flat-panel iMac. See a complete list of supported graphics cards
Mac OS X 10.4.4 or later
QuickTime 7.0.4 or later
4GB of disk space required to install all applications
Additional 42GB required to install all optional templates, loops, content, and tutorials (may be installed on separate disks)
DVD drive for installation
Playback of DVD Studio Pro 4-authored HD DVDs requires a PowerPC G5 or Intel Core Duo processor
Replication of DVD Studio Pro 4-authored DVDs requires a DLT drive


My best answer is to wait and see just how fast the MacBook will be, and then consider if it makes more sense to get an iMac or MacBook Pro in the case that the MacBook looks weak. It is quite possible, however, that the MacBook will be able to run FCS, though not incredibly quickly. Seems like Core Duo of 1.83 or higher would be optimal, if that's an option...then your RAM, etc., should be maxed.

By the way, it's "Mac," not "MAC," not being an acronym but an abbreviation.

EDIT: From the reqs, looks like Mac mini won't run Motion, at least. Best played safe and wait till the MacBook comes out and see if FCS's site is updated and shows the MB supporting it.

What are you talking about? My 1Ghz G4 plays all that fine (hmm, except for Motion - but when that was released the min was 1Ghz...) The Mac Mini would have no problem with any of those apps. Future apps defintely, but any of Apple's current lineup runs their current software regardless of being a "pro" or "consumer" machine. Just because you get a "consumer" model doesn't automatically mean all pro software ceases to function.
 
kresh said:
I suspect that since the thermal paste issue with the MBP, they have stopped production and are reworking the already built machines.

I would guess that someone at Apple realized they were using less than 1 qt of thermal paste per machine. To rectify this they have stopped production. They have to take each machine apart and apply more paste.

The good news is they found a high speed grease pump that puts out 16 gallons per minute. Shouldn't be long now.

Actually, as I understand it they were putting too much paste on. It needs a very thin film to transmit heat most efficiently and I believe they were just slathering it on like whipped cream.
 
matznentosh said:
Actually, as I understand it they were putting too much paste on. It needs a very thin film to transmit heat most efficiently and I believe they were just slathering it on like whipped cream.
I think kresh was being sarcastic... or at least, it would make a good joke if he was 😀
 
matznentosh said:
Actually, as I understand it they were putting too much paste on. It needs a very thin film to transmit heat most efficiently and I believe they were just slathering it on like whipped cream.

Exactly. Too much and the paste acts like an heat insulator rather than a heat conductor. 😱
 
princealfie said:
what the **** is price chopper? I never heard of a grocery store selling computers...

Woooooooow.......
It's going to be alright... it really is.
Ummm.... can we get some medical help over here for PrinceAlfie?
Umm hello???? Umm We need some help for Alfie STAT!
People are starting to take everything in these posts wayyyyy too seriously now....... 🙄
 
kugino said:
i will be fine with integrated graphics since it will be an upgrade from my current ibook and i don't play games anyway...i'm sure some will be disappointed, but not everyone's going to be happy...c'est la vie
I am fully expecting integrated graphics. So be it. My forthcoming MacBook is only going to be for when I'm on the run anyways. I have my Power Mac for when I want to do serious computing. I never did buy into the web on a phone deal, and PDA's are still too small for my liking. My other issue is that I want OS X on whatever I take with me - so I wait for the MacBook 😎
 
Stratman said:
Once Apple announces a product, how long is it before that product is generally available? Are some quantities of the product in the stores at the time of the announcement?

If Thinksecret is correct (which I highly doubt), they should be shipping immediatly or maybe with a week delay, since they wait to have a large quantity (if they announce the product a month before the actual shipping, this wouldn't really make sense, I guess)
 
Macnoviz said:
If Thinksecret is correct (which I highly doubt), they should be shipping immediatly or maybe with a week delay, since they wait to have a large quantity (if they announce the product a month before the actual shipping, this wouldn't really make sense, I guess)
but if they announce now they can take pre-orders and make more money this quarter

by delaying and not doing anything they will drive business elsewhere (education market to dells)

don't care if not shipping now -ANNOUNCE it now
 
dekator said:
Aha ? That means, you're working on it but it never progresses ?
Other than that... waiting for something 2-3 weeks longer really has nothing to do with Sisyphus. Mmmmhhh... let me see, what was that Greek guy called who constantly felt sorry for himself... mmmhhh

No, it's that each time we think we've reached the top of the rumour hill with that rock, it simply rolls back to the bottom and we start over...each time taking a week or 2.

"Sorry for himself" Not I...While I would like an Intel laptop, my 12" PBG4 is doing all I need it to do for now especially since there is no Universal version of Adobe CS yet.
 
Sticking up for Think Secert

kkapoor said:
What a load of rubbish. Thinksecret is simply covering up. I'll believe it when I see it.

OKay im am tired of this BS. It's time to Stick up for Nick and Rayn(http://www.thinksecret.com). Well I can Say that on the Last couple of apple role outs they have hit it right on the Head. Do you want Proof Well here it is
Quote:

MacBook Pro 17-inch days away
April 19, 2006 - Apple is expected to roll-out the 17-inch MacBook Pro in the next week, sources report, but a MacBook announcement is no longer slated to arrive in tandem, as previously reported.
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The top-of-the-line MacBook Pro will make its debut at the National Association of Broadcasters, an industry tradeshow that kicks off Saturday with exhibits opening Monday. Apple has traditionally made product announcements the Sunday evening before the exhibits open.

The 17-inch MacBook Pro will sport a brighter display than its PowerBook G4 predecessor and is expected to remain on par with the 15.4-inch MacBook Pro in terms of features, Think Secret reported earlier this month. Sources have also speculated that the 17-inch MacBook Pro will ship with a 2.16GHz Core Duo processor and an option to upgrade to the yet-unannounced 2.33GHz Core Duo processor. Several reports in the last week have indicated that Intel will be cutting the price of current Core Duo processors and introducing faster models in the near future. The Core Duo currently tops out at 2.16GHz and is available as a build-to-order upgrade in the 15.4-inch MacBook Pro.

Wait did u see the date on it April 19th Befor anyone else said it. They did. You still want more proof well here

Quote:
iPod "Hi-Fi" boombox arriving next week

By Ryan Katz, Senior Editor
February 24, 2006 - Among the products Apple will debut at next Tuesday's media event will be the iPod "Hi-Fi" boombox, reliable sources have informed Think Secret. Details are scarce but sources have indicated the product will deliver unique capabilities beyond what today's third-party docking speaker systems offer.
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Word of such a product first emerged late last year on AppleInsider. The iPod Hi-Fi boombox will mark Apple's first foray into significant iPod companion products, as the company seeks to capitalize on the iPod economy it has created, valued today at several hundred million dollars. To date, Apple has released only minor accessories for the iPod with its logo, including remotes, cases, earphones, and docks.

Apple's media event will begin at 9:00 a.m. PT on February 28 and take place in the Apple Town Hall on the company's campus. Further product announcement details remain shrouded in secrecy.


Did we see the date on the the 24th 4 day befor the event and they hit it right on the head.

Rayn is calling this
Quote:
MacBook to land at last by May

By Ryan Katz, Senior Editor
April 7, 2006 - Apple has begun manufacturing its new MacBook and should have the laptop in consumer hands in the next 30-60 days, sources report. The MacBook—and it will indeed be called the MacBook, sources have confirmed, as Apple will be dropping the iBook moniker—is being built exclusively around a 13.3-inch widescreen display with a 1280x720 WXGA resolution, as previously reported.
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The MacBook will likely share internals with Apple's recently revamped Mac mini, meaning a Core Solo processor can be expected in the low-end and a Core Duo in the higher-end MacBook. In doing so, Apple will position the 13.3-inch MacBook as both an entry-level laptop and as a replacement for Apple's 12-inch PowerBook G4.

Apple will discontinue the 14-inch iBook G4 immediately upon release of the MacBook but sources expect the company to continue to offer the 12-inch iBook G4 in limited quantities for a period of time.

Sources have added that a 17-inch MacBook Pro, being built by Quanta, could also arrive in tandem with the release of the MacBooks. The 17-inch model will pack a brighter display than its predecessor but specifics are not expected to diverge significantly from the high-end 15.4-inch MacBook pro.

Apple's iBook replacement is long overdue and has seen unknown delays push its release back a number of months. Some sources have cited component shortages as partly to blame. For consumers, the MacBook can't arrive sooner—the current iBook has been in the rotation for more than eight months without an upgrade.


They Can not Control if somthing is suppose to come out. so lets see if this month the Mac Books comes out. if it does that will make 3 for 3 on apple roll outs. Not to Rip of Appleinsder or Mac Rumors. so far this year they are not 100% on what the call. What i see is Think Secert Posting up first the then the other sites post up that think secert is say what the said. I have Faith in Rayn and Nick.sorry the post was so long i am just sick on people ripping on Nick and Rayn. when it comes to what will and will not roll out there are pretty good on nailing it on the head
 
Integrated graphics is not ok. Are you crazy? If these are successors to the iBooks, and iBooks were portable iMacs, then I want to be able to fiddle with some prosumer tasks and play the odd new game.

If I wanted bullcrap integrated graphics I'd wait for a MacBook Mini, and we all know that'd be a loooooong wait.
 
Machead III said:
Integrated graphics is not ok. Are you crazy? If these are successors to the iBooks, and iBooks were portable iMacs, then I want to be able to fiddle with some prosumer tasks and play the odd new game.

If I wanted bullcrap integrated graphics I'd wait for a MacBook Mini, and we all know that'd be a loooooong wait.

How do you imagine the new iBooks to be portable iMacs? That was a tagline some time ago. Look at specs - the MacBook Pro is more of an "iMac to go". The MacBook will be like a Mac Mini.

Or think about the previous generation - G4 iBook vs G5 iMac. Not that similar.
 
Before the G5 was causing problems, when the iBook and iMac were G4 (not that long ago really), and the high end iBooks could easily be considered protable iMacs.

But nevertheless, the MacBook should no way in hell become the pseudo-media-PC that the mini is. If this is going to be my primary cpu, yes, I want to do all that Findery internet-iLife-shizzle, but I also want to blow up a few zombies, and fiddle about with Photoshop and Aperture.

If there is no dedicated gfx model, I swear to God... Just throw in some old ATI card, at least I can take advantage of the gaming gems past with Bootcamp and render some RAW in under an hour.

But after all that... it'll probably be integrated.
 
I just hope there is a top-spec version with discrete graphics. I'll definitely tin up the cash for it.
 
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