it seems like everything is up to date with exception of the iBook. I expect small things for the WWDC.
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Yea, I bet the line will go something like this:LaMerVipere said:5th Generation iPod, please.
30GB iPod (color)
$299
60GB iPod (color)
$399
80GB iPod (color) (they'll hold off on this one, and just add it to the line sometime in the future)
$499
As I see it, getting video capability at WWDC is about a 50/50 chance... if it doesn't happen at WWDC, it'll happen at Macworld in the fall.
My predictions: iBook and iTunes is due for updates. Discussion about how Dashboard was a huge success with many new widgets. Showcase some of the new Tiger apps. Discussion about CPUs and some good news, maybe. And an update about marketshare or growth. Two button mouse but still unique.
WWDC is usually where they flaunt their latest breakthrough or hi-end tech. The mere fact that Steve is doing a keynote there implies there will be something new, exciting and probably expensive
<wild speculation>
My vote is on a new top end (3 GHz?) Quad Core HyperMac (I like that, Steve always was good at Hyping the Mac!)
And maybe a tablet iTunes-remote Media controller device? (Intel inside? - surely not!)
Or perhaps a tablet form-factor 8-10" iBook (return of the newton/emate?) which might explain the long wait for iBook upgrades and help maintain portable marketshare despite the Powerbooks ongoing inability to sprout a decent processor and bus!
And what about that dang vPod!
</wild speculation>
<wild speculation>
My vote is on a new top end (3 GHz?) Quad Core HyperMac (I like that, Steve always was good at Hyping the Mac!)
And maybe a tablet iTunes-remote Media controller device? (Intel inside? - surely not!)
Or perhaps a tablet form-factor 8-10" iBook (return of the newton/emate?) which might explain the long wait for iBook upgrades and help maintain portable marketshare despite the Powerbooks ongoing inability to sprout a decent processor and bus!
And what about that dang vPod!
</wild speculation>
ipods... and more ipods.. i say they are updated AFTER wwdc.. but then that's just me... at wwdc we could see something new and related to wireless perhaps... not an ibook update though, thats home and consumer, not pro level
and with apple you gotta be modest.. very modest it seems.. *wink* and where's that 3ghz g5? hrm...
and with apple you gotta be modest.. very modest it seems.. *wink* and where's that 3ghz g5? hrm...
obeygiant said:
Not quite from my point of view. Apple has been lagging behind in processor speed for some time now, especially regarding notebooks. Updating the ibook now without any update to the powerbook would put the ibook ridiculously close to the powerbook. Its allready close enough as it is. With so little standing between the ibook and the powerbook today, they can't in their right minds update the ibook without updating the powerbook with it. At least, thats what im hoping for
"The mother of all thermal challenges"
"G5 @ 3.GHz within 12 months"
Place your bets folks!
Also contenders
iBook revision
XServe revision
XServe mini
G5 2.0 Single Cube
Asteroid Breakout Box
ProBand
iTunes HD
Flat Mac tablet
iPhone
3.2 Ghz Dual Core QuadraMac XStation
just to name a few possibilities
iGiveUp!
"G5 @ 3.GHz within 12 months"
Place your bets folks!
Also contenders
iBook revision
XServe revision
XServe mini
G5 2.0 Single Cube
Asteroid Breakout Box
ProBand
iTunes HD
Flat Mac tablet
iPhone
3.2 Ghz Dual Core QuadraMac XStation
just to name a few possibilities
iGiveUp!
I don't have have a doubt in my mind that they wont update the iBook. Maybe not announce it, but they'll do it. It's been far too long since the last update, and all the other stuff has been updated.CubaTBird said:
If all we get are new iPods, i will pull the triggermorse said:
.I'm calling for updated iBooks and Powerbooks (if we are lucky). Apple is definitely holding something else back, something huge, that they are going to unleash, maybe a tablet (or something better that I would actually want or use
). Heck, i'll throw a Mac Mini speed bump just for kicks. 
I'm holding out for a completely new, redesigned iBook. The updates are way overdue, hopefully Apple comes out with something substantial.
Actually, it's kind of fun not having an rumors prior to the event. This way it's going to be even more of a surprise when jobs reveals whatever it is he has up his sleeve. I feel like a kid at Christmas!
Actually, it's kind of fun not having an rumors prior to the event. This way it's going to be even more of a surprise when jobs reveals whatever it is he has up his sleeve. I feel like a kid at Christmas!
GaragebandPro=Logic
asteroid[minus perks]=that M-audio control surface(??)
other than that, hmm... I would love to think a new cpu, either revised G5 PM or updated PB, but haven't we been here soooo many times before, then again if not Tiger then...?
no offense, but I hope its something a lot bigger than a new ipod! even if it could do video, that's pretty old technology (ie. Archos) and so few macs have tv tuners/dvd ripping software anyway! I would almost say the same for Pdas considering how relatively small and inexpensive a full-fledged ibook/PB 12" is .
If it is Powermac/Powerbook cpu updates, wouldn't the Apple Store prices be lowered by now?>
asteroid[minus perks]=that M-audio control surface(??)
other than that, hmm... I would love to think a new cpu, either revised G5 PM or updated PB, but haven't we been here soooo many times before, then again if not Tiger then...?
no offense, but I hope its something a lot bigger than a new ipod! even if it could do video, that's pretty old technology (ie. Archos) and so few macs have tv tuners/dvd ripping software anyway! I would almost say the same for Pdas considering how relatively small and inexpensive a full-fledged ibook/PB 12" is .
If it is Powermac/Powerbook cpu updates, wouldn't the Apple Store prices be lowered by now?>
FFTT said:
I like the way you think... if that were so i would get one.
Have you herd of any rumors like that?
I am gona go with a completely new Xserver. seems pretty likely to me. and its been a while since an update.
Mac Media Centre
With absolutely no basis in fact or rumour, I have a wish for Monday's Keynote. Check out my letter to Jobs here: Dear Steve Jobs.
I don't really think that we are going to get a Mac Home Media Centre, but hey, here's hoping.
With absolutely no basis in fact or rumour, I have a wish for Monday's Keynote. Check out my letter to Jobs here: Dear Steve Jobs.
I don't really think that we are going to get a Mac Home Media Centre, but hey, here's hoping.
absolutely!! but what about that pixelsperinch preference that supposedly makes Apple displays so appealing to artists? Other than something like that, the displays are *long* overdue for a resolution bump if its only an arbitrary design choice holding them back...bodeh6 said:
Lol the PB G5 is racing the Virus Ti racing the PM G5 3.0 for most unexpected shipping delays...
My predictions
WWDC 2005 will introduce:
You heard it here first guys and gals
WWDC 2005 will introduce:
- Video iPod
- Tablet Mac
- G5 Powerbook
- Tri-Core 3.5 Ghz Powermac...Steve will skip over this dual core nonsense and go straight to tri-core.... okay maybe not
You heard it here first guys and gals
Here's my wish list for WWDC
While I don't expect a lot of new product or product update announcements, since this is a developer conference, if there are some goodies coming out this is what I'd want:
* A/V Airport Express
Streams audio and video, also would be nice if it could split audio channels so 2 AX's could do surround sound
* Powerbooks with 16:9 XBrite-like screens
G5 or dual-core G4 CPUs would be nice too, but I doubt it'll happen
* iPod-mini update
Probably premature, but I'd like 8-10GB capacities with bluetooth 2.0, color screens, and normal colors instead of pastels
* Mac-Mini upgrade or Home Media Center
Either that or I'd like to see Elgato release their next EyeTV that'll have IR out
While I don't expect a lot of new product or product update announcements, since this is a developer conference, if there are some goodies coming out this is what I'd want:
* A/V Airport Express
Streams audio and video, also would be nice if it could split audio channels so 2 AX's could do surround sound
* Powerbooks with 16:9 XBrite-like screens
G5 or dual-core G4 CPUs would be nice too, but I doubt it'll happen
* iPod-mini update
Probably premature, but I'd like 8-10GB capacities with bluetooth 2.0, color screens, and normal colors instead of pastels
* Mac-Mini upgrade or Home Media Center
Either that or I'd like to see Elgato release their next EyeTV that'll have IR out
Bubbasteve said:WWDC 2005 will introduce:
- Video iPod
- Tablet Mac
- G5 Powerbook
- Tri-Core 3.5 Ghz Powermac...Steve will skip over this dual core nonsense and go straight to tri-core.... okay maybe not
You heard it here first guys and gals
A Tri-Core HyperMac would need dilithium crystals, and who can afford those
Bubbasteve said:WWDC 2005 will introduce:
- Video iPod
- Tablet Mac
- G5 Powerbook
- Tri-Core 3.5 Ghz Powermac...Steve will skip over this dual core nonsense and go straight to tri-core.... okay maybe not
You heard it here first guys and gals
Ha! Steve would have to cancel the next two WWDC keynotes if he announced all of those on the 6th!
Seriously though, I'd love a 5th Generation iPod with more of an anodized aluminum look, ditch the chrome, colour screens across the line, possible bluetooth connectivity, and battery life comparable to the current mini's.