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New macbook coming out. (When?)
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Yeah, and I was like, hanging out at the back gate at Cupertino, and saw this FedEx guy carry out a box labelled "top secret." When he paused for a cig, my 16x optical zoom was about to catch the small print that said "New octo-core MacBook," but then like, the dude, got on his cell phone and suddenly these big guys in dark suits and sunglasses were running at me, and think I saw Steve up in a high window cackling at my impending fate.
Oops, I'm in Japan now. Guess I must've made up that crapola...
Yeah, and I was like, hanging out at the back gate at Cupertino, and saw this FedEx guy carry out a box labelled "top secret." When he paused for a cig, my 16x optical zoom was about to catch the small print that said "New octo-core MacBook," but then like, the dude, got on his cell phone and suddenly these big guys in dark suits and sunglasses were running at me, and think I saw Steve up in a high window cackling at my impending fate.
Oops, I'm in Japan now. Guess I must've made up that crapola...
LOL!
Tensakun, damn 16x optical??!!! WOAH
Yea, my "info" was probably a little obivious, and I also had doubts when I heard the "confirmation".
Also if they are released in august, won't the back-to-school thing still be going and they'd be letting people buy the new macbooks, seems a little off when thing about the profit/business side of things...?
Yea, my "info" was probably a little obivious, and I also had doubts when I heard the "confirmation".
Also if they are released in august, won't the back-to-school thing still be going and they'd be letting people buy the new macbooks, seems a little off when thing about the profit/business side of things...?
yeah, i asked my sister's brother's cousin's aunt's daughter if they were coming out. . she said yes. and she's pretty tight with jobs. i mean, he's practically her uncle's step-nephew's best friend's cousin-in-law. . twice removed. it's ask an obscure friend for advice day. .
but honestly, i would rather get the last "old" version of a macbook than a new one right away. atleast with the "old" macbooks, all the kinks are worked out. idk, but getting a new laptop as soon as they're released, although tempting, seems kinda like jumping the gun. am i the only one who thinks like this?
The parts cost essentially the same.
Apple gets into trouble when potential switches go with a new Dell with its faster processor speeds (the biggest thing that the average customer notices) and all its advertising with new extended battery life, with the experts whispering in their ear "There are other improvements under the hood too," and then they hear from someone that you can't "game" on a MacBook.
You know, That could just loop back and be you, your sister, or another cousin...
Just to let you know... haha
Pickle
So I've got quite a dilemma as many of us here apparently have: to wait or buy now. There are a couple issues/things I have to consider, firstly I'm leaving on Aug. 13th for Hungary, where I'll be living/studying until late December, and then of course there are the apple issues.
I want a MacBook, want a free iPod touch, and want it while I'm in Hungary. From what I'm reading it seems about 95% certain that I won't be able to get an updated MacBook before I head off, which is a huge bummer. For me the most important things in the potential update are the better integrated graphics (if apple includes this), LED screen (if apple includes this), new case design (I'm a design-o-phile and obviously want the new one regardless as to whether it's more practical to me... go figure... again if apple includes this). I suppose the CPU performance increase is nice, but not a terribly big deal, and as this is the only thing we really really know for sure will happen with the update, so be it.
Also, I'm pretty sure for me a free iPod touch >> updated MacBook. So if the update occurs after Sept. 15 I'm definitely getting a MacBook today... Unfortunately I can't tell the future.
Basically, if I did wait, which I probably won't, I'd have my parents send it to Hungary if the update was after I left. And I'm just trying to weigh how badly I need a new computer (I have a beastly 17" Dell laptop that weighs over 9000 pounds -- thus I don't want to take it overseas, especially as I won't be able to bring it to/from classes, which won't be near my apartment).
Also, I hate making big decisions, for fear that the new update will be so badass I'll be kicking myself for months knowing I could have had it had I waited an extra couple of weeks/months/whatever.
If only Apple could... tell us something... anything!
So I've got quite a dilemma as many of us here apparently have: to wait or buy now. There are a couple issues/things I have to consider, firstly I'm leaving on Aug. 13th for Hungary, where I'll be living/studying until late December, and then of course there are the apple issues.
I want a MacBook, want a free iPod touch, and want it while I'm in Hungary. From what I'm reading it seems about 95% certain that I won't be able to get an updated MacBook before I head off, which is a huge bummer. For me the most important things in the potential update are the better integrated graphics (if apple includes this), LED screen (if apple includes this), new case design (I'm a design-o-phile and obviously want the new one regardless as to whether it's more practical to me... go figure... again if apple includes this). I suppose the CPU performance increase is nice, but not a terribly big deal, and as this is the only thing we really really know for sure will happen with the update, so be it.
Also, I'm pretty sure for me a free iPod touch >> updated MacBook. So if the update occurs after Sept. 15 I'm definitely getting a MacBook today... Unfortunately I can't tell the future.
Basically, if I did wait, which I probably won't, I'd have my parents send it to Hungary if the update was after I left. And I'm just trying to weigh how badly I need a new computer (I have a beastly 17" Dell laptop that weighs over 9000 pounds -- thus I don't want to take it overseas, especially as I won't be able to bring it to/from classes, which won't be near my apartment).
Also, I hate making big decisions, for fear that the new update will be so badass I'll be kicking myself for months knowing I could have had it had I waited an extra couple of weeks/months/whatever.
If only Apple could... tell us something... anything!
They "could" tell us a lot--but they won't until they're about ready to sell the suckers!
Seriously, if you're going to be in Hungary (how extensive is the Mac support network there?), it may be more prudent to get a (basically) rock solid MacBook in the existing model rather than grab and dash with an unknown quantity like the Rev. A version of whatever's coming next week/next month/sometime before Christmas. If there's some major glitch, and you're one of the unlucky, you'll be spending your time with replacements, shipping, customs hassles, etc. instead of enjoying a new country and cracking down on your studies. Your call.
Is there really going to be any problem if Apple just replaces the MacBook's plastic case with an aluminium case and with the new Montevina platform?
I feel your pain
Yeah, I'm in the same boat (except for the whole studying in Hungary thing). Wait or not, that's the question. I'm going to circle a date on the calendar (Aug. 8, probably, if you're listening up there, Mr. Jobs), and then pull the trigger. Seems like the update is right around the corner. Anybody else here shy away from Rev. A MacBooks? Should I do the same and just get one now?
Yeah, I'm in the same boat (except for the whole studying in Hungary thing). Wait or not, that's the question. I'm going to circle a date on the calendar (Aug. 8, probably, if you're listening up there, Mr. Jobs), and then pull the trigger. Seems like the update is right around the corner. Anybody else here shy away from Rev. A MacBooks? Should I do the same and just get one now?
I like things new, fresh from the oven.. who doesn't?
but on a rational viewpoint, technologial stuffs like these might not wise to get the first batch... I actually prefer bug-free high productive products, and current latest probably last of line MB and MBP design seem to be the best bet... but who can resist the rumoured LED screen? the top priority in my wish list...
I still can't think straight though.. if I follow the above, I could have gotten the MB weeks ago.. since I am already waited so sometime, maybe sometime longer still viable.. I have a camp coming this week, at least that takes this off my mind for another week...
but on a rational viewpoint, technologial stuffs like these might not wise to get the first batch... I actually prefer bug-free high productive products, and current latest probably last of line MB and MBP design seem to be the best bet... but who can resist the rumoured LED screen? the top priority in my wish list...
I still can't think straight though.. if I follow the above, I could have gotten the MB weeks ago.. since I am already waited so sometime, maybe sometime longer still viable.. I have a camp coming this week, at least that takes this off my mind for another week...
I have a Revision A Core Duo MacBook and it's still going strong. Never had any problems with it and it's over 2 years old now.
montevina is the only thing that has the potential to pose any problems. And since it has been delayed i hope they took the time to iron those things out. LED is something apple has already implemented and the trckpads as well.
i know. i'm clever like that, eh?
but it's meant to loop back to me. . just to clarify.
steve jobs did say they are working on new products for the coming months!!
Please Macbooks on August 5!
i know. i'm clever like that, eh?
but it's meant to loop back to me. . just to clarify.
What? you know the announcement date? GET HIM!!
Yeah. The waiting's starting to get to me...
yeah, i have the same problem!!!
im heading to New York City in early august, and i have plans to buy it there, instead of here in Norway, cause its so much cheaper in the US!!
I mean, the current "Medium" macbook model costs 1300 USD more here than in the US!!
Ill only be staying till august 12th, so yeah.. I really hope it comes by then
im new btw!
im heading to New York City in early august, and i have plans to buy it there, instead of here in Norway, cause its so much cheaper in the US!!
I mean, the current "Medium" macbook model costs 1300 USD more here than in the US!!
Ill only be staying till august 12th, so yeah.. I really hope it comes by then
im new btw!
I think it might have something to do with us having a higher income per capita.
Thats the only reason i can find that makes sense. still sucks, though.. Teens hardly make any money (me, and most people i know dont even have jobs, we just receive money as presents etc), which means american teens can buy more stuff for themself
Thats the only reason i can find that makes sense. still sucks, though.. Teens hardly make any money (me, and most people i know dont even have jobs, we just receive money as presents etc), which means american teens can buy more stuff for themself
I think it might have something to do with us having a higher income per capita.
Thats the only reason i can find that makes sense. still sucks, though.. Teens hardly make any money (me, and most people i know dont even have jobs, we just receive money as presents etc), which means american teens can buy more stuff for themself
Now explain why Europe gets high mileage diesel cars and the US doesn't.
dilemma
I'm also in a dilemma. I want a macbook. I was planning on purchasing it during tax free weekend in North Carolina, which happens to fall on August 1-3 this year.
I'm hoping the update happens on the 29th. But what if the update happens on the 5th. Is is better to buy the new laptop minus the tax savings or get the current laptop with the tax savings.
Thanks.
I'm also in a dilemma. I want a macbook. I was planning on purchasing it during tax free weekend in North Carolina, which happens to fall on August 1-3 this year.
I'm hoping the update happens on the 29th. But what if the update happens on the 5th. Is is better to buy the new laptop minus the tax savings or get the current laptop with the tax savings.
Thanks.