New iBook and Mac mini Part Numbers?

[acedickson]

Things I'd like to see standard in the iBook:

512MB ram
Bluetooth 2.0

at the least...

Upgraded video would be nice too!

 

[cheapnis]

Originally Posted by Macrumors
Meanwhile, three new Mac mini configurations are also listed - priced at $499, $599, and $699. As noted by ThinkSecret, Apple does not presently offer a $699 Mac mini model.

Does anyone know if it's physically possible to put Gigabit Ethernet and Firewire 800 into the Mac mini case? How much extra space do they need if any? What about cooling issues?

If included these would make the top end Mac mini very attractive for various audio applications - for eg an extra node for Logic Pro and connecting to Firewire 800 external drives and high quality AD DA audio interfaces. I know what I can do with my old G4 1.2 GHz (Sonnet upgrade from G4 400) - nothing like a G5 of course but perfectly adequate for many audio uses and everyday computing - the idea of having more performance in a tiny little box is very attractive. But without either 800 or Gigabit I wouldn't consider it - with and I buy tomorrow!

 

[MikeLord]

I don't think it is physically possible to put another port on the back of the thing... maybe an audio-in jack, but that would be all. Or, heck, why not put in an optical audio out port so I could get one for my home theater; with digital dolby surround ;-)

But I don't think any more ports will be seeing their way onto the mini anytime soon; the things packed in tighter than a tuna can!

Granted, it'd be a tough squeeze, but 2 USB ports just ain't getting it done.

Maybe change to a mini DVI connector (with mini DVI to DVI and mini DV to VGA dongles in the box) to make some more room?

 

[tsk]

Not necessarily... My 14" iBook has an optimal resolution of 1024x768, the same as the 12" iBook. This has long been a bitch of people about the 14". The screen has a bit of a "fuzzed" look compared to the 12" in its native resolution.

And I'm just guessitmating on the res on the 13.1" anyways.

My point was, the current 12" iBook has 1024x768 resolution.

The quoted resolution on a 13" was 1024x655.

That's a 133 less pixels on the vertical (and the same on the horizontal). That's a *huge* loss on a screen that's already cramped. Yes, now it's 13" but the resolution still sucks. This is exactly what people don't want a widescreen to be.

Now, if the 13" has the resolution of the current 15", well maybe that's something that would work.

 

[tsk]

Things I'd like to see standard in the iBook:

512MB ram
Bluetooth 2.0

at the least...

Upgraded video would be nice too!

All I want is a 5400RPM drive as standard.

I can live with anything else not being standard. Well I can live with 4200RPM, but I really don't want to.

 

[fredwards]

My point was, the current 12" iBook has 1024x768 resolution.

The quoted resolution on a 13" was 1024x655.

That's a 133 less pixels on the vertical (and the same on the horizontal). That's a *huge* loss on a screen that's already cramped. Yes, now it's 13" but the resolution still sucks. This is exactly what people don't want a widescreen to be.

Now, if the 13" has the resolution of the current 15", well maybe that's something that would work.

1024x655 is somet6hing i could absolutely NOT deal with.

 

[tikibangout]

The only way i'm cancelling my current order is if the new iBooks come standard with at least:

512MB RAM
60GB Ultra ATA
Same day shipping

And also before my current order ships, I hope the update is here ASAP.

 

[hottyson]

faster processor/fsb, larger display, more pixels, slimmer & lighter case, DVI, FW800, Gigabit Ethernet, Scrolling trackpad, digital audio in/out, backlit keyboard and a whole slew of other features that the PB's have, and the iBook's do not.

What about the bigger/faster/durable hard drives?

Okay, apart from the faster processor/fsb, larger display, more pixels, slimmer & lighter case, DVI, FW800, Gigabit Ethernet, Scrolling trackpad, digital audio in/out, backlit keyboard and a whole slew of other features AND the bigger, faster more durable hard drive, what did the Romans ever do for us?

They did put in a more powerful video card.

Okay, apart from the ...
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You guys need to stop bitching about iBook and PowerBook updates

I disagree.

so I just literally opened up my new mini yesterday (ordered last week), am I pretty much screwed assuming this rumor is true? What are apple's policies on something new coming out this close to a purchase of an older product?

You can probably stick your finger in a hole and turn it in circles. Eat the restocking fee.
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[sithlord]

U.S. store is now indicating 5-7 days shipping on standard iBook models.

Powerbooks still state "same business day" on standard and 1-3 days on modified. The Mini is at 4-6 on standard issue.

 

[tikibangout]

U.S. store is now indicating 5-7 days shipping on standard models.

I ordered mine Tuesday and it was upped to 7-10 days, but i'm not really mad considering it probably wont' affect me. I just hope they release something good though.

 

[corywoolf]

New form 13" widescreen ibook, one size only
New mini package with bluetooth keyboard/mouse and airport included

mini will also get a speed bump to 1.5, and 512mb standard

I agree, I said that earlier also in another thread.

 

[zflauaus]

Woo Hoo! If all goes as planned, I should have enough money to buy the new iBook! Hopefully they will be released before the 5th of August because that's when the Sales Tax-Free day is. Plus my birthday is the 5th!

 

[Val-kyrie]

Centrino

Why of course it will be a Centrino set up in the iBook and macMini!
Why not? They're used for email, browsing, iLife...
OS X is ready for x86!

is a platform/hardware bundle comprised of a P-M CPU, gfx chipset/card, and a wireless module.

A Banias or a Dothan or a Yonah or a Merom is a CPU.

 

[bellis1]

gotta hope

If you give the ibooks a bump and a widescreen then $1299 seems reasonable. But I just bought my 12" for <$1000 not very long ago so what am I now going to get for $999 now?


How about a 10" widescreen ibook? Mini this mini that. There is a niche for it. You want the big and powerful then don't get a consumer entry model. Would be fun to be on the Apple marketing team lately, and all of this is a great distraction until the big boys get unveiled early next year!

 

[Val-kyrie]

Why NOT a 14.1" Widescreen?

The size would be almost identical to the current 14" screen--could possibly use the same enclosure--and the resolution would improve--though only slightly (from 1024 x 768 to 1280 x 800 = WXGA). This would put Apple into the thick of consumer grade PC laptop resolutions.

My point was, the current 12" iBook has 1024x768 resolution.

The quoted resolution on a 13" was 1024x655.

That's a 133 less pixels on the vertical (and the same on the horizontal). That's a *huge* loss on a screen that's already cramped. Yes, now it's 13" but the resolution still sucks. This is exactly what people don't want a widescreen to be.

Now, if the 13" has the resolution of the current 15", well maybe that's something that would work.

 

[alexf]

He apparently missed the announcement. Psttt. There aren't going to be any G5 PowerBooks....pass it on.

And you know this for sure?

Please, do share your information source...

 

[Netniks]

What about an iPod dock?

It's been a while since I've seen this speculated about, but why wait for the switch to Intel to snag wayfaring pc users to the apple camp? Integrating an iPod dock into the Mac mini would complete the connection Apple is so desperately trying to make between the two products. A usb port on the back to connect an iPod shuffle? C'mon apple, you can do better than that!

 

[MikeLord]

Woo Hoo! If all goes as planned, I should have enough money to buy the new iBook! Hopefully they will be released before the 5th of August because that's when the Sales Tax-Free day is. Plus my birthday is the 5th!

What he heck is Sales Tax-Free day?

 

[jiv3turkey748]

ibooks and mac minis on tuesday now all apple needs is a low end laptop

 

[jiv3turkey748]

New form 13" widescreen ibook, one size only
New mini package with bluetooth keyboard/mouse and airport included

mini will also get a speed bump to 1.5, and 512mb standard

i definetly think thats what we might see since theres no longer a 1499 model that could definetly mean that theres only one screen size

 

[iMeowbot]

What he heck is Sales Tax-Free day?

Some US states have sales tax holidays. Linky.

 

[zflauaus]

What he heck is Sales Tax-Free day?

It's a day when there is no sales tax on computers and other school supplies.
Sales-Tax FREE doesn't give it away?

 

[tsk]

The size would be almost identical to the current 14" screen--could possibly use the same enclosure--and the resolution would improve--though only slightly (from 1024 x 768 to 1280 x 800 = WXGA). This would put Apple into the thick of consumer grade PC laptop resolutions.

That'd be perfectly acceptable because we'd be gaining screen real estate. Additionally, if you go to a 14" widescreen, the physical size of the unit will drop a little.

 

[digitalbiker]

Keep mentioning it Beatle888

"Where is the G5", or "What about the G5". but i really dont care. i shouldnt of mentioned it.

Look don't be intimidated by others on this board. There is not one person here who knows what is going to happen the next week, let alone the next year at Apple.

For all we know, Jobs planned on having the low power G5 18 months ago, spent millions on new G5 case, new bus, pci-express GPU, blue ray optical superdrive, integrated molded lithium-ion power case design, serial ata high-speed HD,etc prototype. It may have been sitting just waiting for the CPU.

Also remember intel has not yet released Yonah, and may or may not be able to be produced in volume before the first half of 2006. Also power alti-vec apps will be last to be brought native to x86. Is Apple really going to stick with the current PB until the fall of 2006 or possibly early 2007?

If the ibook is updated then I think you can bet that the PB will be updated shortly thereater, probably sept. in Paris. Will it be another weak speed bump like last time, will it be low power G5, will it be newer faster Freescale, will it be an entirely new design which will eventually house the intel procs? Who knows? Your speculation is as good as anyones and it is just as interesting to read and debate.

 

[Val-kyrie]

That'd be perfectly acceptable because we'd be gaining screen real estate. Additionally, if you go to a 14" widescreen, the physical size of the unit will drop a little.

I only hope they give the iBook a video card that will support some of the better and larger LCDs on the market--I myself would prefer a 20" LCD to match a 14.1" WS notebook. If Apple stays with the Rad Mob 9200, I will have to pass.