mmk Posted May 16, 2006 Share Posted May 16, 2006 http://www.apple.com/macbook/ Sorry guys ..... it has GMA950 ( Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/17596-apple-releases-macbook-for-just-1099/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jason_Thames Posted May 16, 2006 Share Posted May 16, 2006 Fantastic!!! http://www.apple.com -Jason Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/17596-apple-releases-macbook-for-just-1099/#findComment-113635 Share on other sites More sharing options...
dogbert75 Posted May 16, 2006 Share Posted May 16, 2006 The store is still updating, but the main page now shows the following info. WOOHOO!!!!!!!!!!!!! Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/17596-apple-releases-macbook-for-just-1099/#findComment-113638 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jason_Thames Posted May 16, 2006 Share Posted May 16, 2006 Looks like the GMA950 is the only graphics option... bummer. Would have been nice to see an x1300 or 7300 or 7400 go option at least. Still... they look great! Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/17596-apple-releases-macbook-for-just-1099/#findComment-113641 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mmk Posted May 16, 2006 Author Share Posted May 16, 2006 The MBP also is modified .... no more 1.83 Ghz ... the low cost is 2GHz and the high cost is 2.16 store is up Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/17596-apple-releases-macbook-for-just-1099/#findComment-113642 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ouch Posted May 16, 2006 Share Posted May 16, 2006 Those look very nice - GMA isn't that bad, if you want high end graphics buy a pro. For what your getting they look pretty good value. Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/17596-apple-releases-macbook-for-just-1099/#findComment-113647 Share on other sites More sharing options...
dogbert75 Posted May 16, 2006 Share Posted May 16, 2006 Am I correct in reading that there is a $150 premium for getting a black one? Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/17596-apple-releases-macbook-for-just-1099/#findComment-113649 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jason_Thames Posted May 16, 2006 Share Posted May 16, 2006 Looks like a $200 premium to me... I wonder why black would be more expensive? EDIT: $150 is correct w/ the HD change... I stand corrected dogbert75. Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/17596-apple-releases-macbook-for-just-1099/#findComment-113652 Share on other sites More sharing options...
dogbert75 Posted May 16, 2006 Share Posted May 16, 2006 I said $150 since it would cost $50 to get the 80gb hd... and the only answer I can think of is that people will want the black so they can charge more... Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/17596-apple-releases-macbook-for-just-1099/#findComment-113653 Share on other sites More sharing options...
sHARD>> Posted May 16, 2006 Share Posted May 16, 2006 Actually, for some reason the white model has a 60GB hard drive, and the black has an 80GB. Not sure about other differences. EDIT: Heh, I'm too slow. Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/17596-apple-releases-macbook-for-just-1099/#findComment-113654 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mmk Posted May 16, 2006 Author Share Posted May 16, 2006 Blacks have higher processor and also DVDRW (white has combo). Also blacks look slight larger. Magnetic Attraction Here’s to having one less thing to worry about. Opening and closing your MacBook is a snap, thanks to a magnetic latch that catches without a catch. That means no moving parts to snag, jam, or break. Work Longer Unplugged MacBook offers up to 6 hours of battery life. (2.5 hours of DVD playback, 3.5 hours with wireless turned on.) Key figure MacBook features a unique new keyboard design that sits flush against the bed for a sleeker, lower profile. Plus, you’ll find a firmer touch when typing. That ought to make your fingers happy. Thin heir Perhaps the most profound design element of MacBook is what it lacks: bulk. At 1.08 inches thin — more than a quarter of an inch thinner than the iBook G4 — MacBook cuts a slim profile on any desk (or in any backpack). And since MacBook is sure to become your constant companion, a durable polycarbonate shell keeps it ready for the rough and tumble of everyday life. Now that’s grace under pressure Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/17596-apple-releases-macbook-for-just-1099/#findComment-113655 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jason_Thames Posted May 16, 2006 Share Posted May 16, 2006 This thing has digital audio in and out... I think it would make quite the portable audio platform... and for a great price to boot! Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/17596-apple-releases-macbook-for-just-1099/#findComment-113656 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bearcat Posted May 16, 2006 Share Posted May 16, 2006 Blacks have higher processor and also DVDRW (white has combo). Also blacks look slight larger. As I read it, the low-end model has the combo. There is a white model that is the same as the black model minus 20gb of drive space for 200 less. The comparison chart clearly shows both the white and the black have 2.0 ghz CoreDuos and superdrives, and at the bottom, shows the dimensions, which are exactly the same. Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/17596-apple-releases-macbook-for-just-1099/#findComment-113657 Share on other sites More sharing options...
dogbert75 Posted May 16, 2006 Share Posted May 16, 2006 MMK, it is true that there is a difference between the $1099 and the $1299 white units in terms of specs. However, from looking at the specs between the $1299 and the $1499 units, once we factor in the $50 for the extra 20gb of hd space...the only difference is color. I think that really stinks!!! What will be next, paying more for a black ipod? Bah to you apple for being extra greedy. Bearcat: 'ya beat me to part of my thought... Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/17596-apple-releases-macbook-for-just-1099/#findComment-113658 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bearcat Posted May 16, 2006 Share Posted May 16, 2006 Bearcat: 'ya beat me to part of my thought... Great Minds Man....think alike, or is that think different, can never get that straight :-) Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/17596-apple-releases-macbook-for-just-1099/#findComment-113659 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mmk Posted May 16, 2006 Author Share Posted May 16, 2006 Well ... actually after owning a black IBM .... i find the ibook white pretty nice ... although black still remains 1st in my preference. Everyhting else is just not nice Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/17596-apple-releases-macbook-for-just-1099/#findComment-113664 Share on other sites More sharing options...
djtrix Posted May 16, 2006 Share Posted May 16, 2006 Does anyone know which wireless chipset these new MacBooks use? Or perhaps which audio chipset aswell? Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/17596-apple-releases-macbook-for-just-1099/#findComment-113669 Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrivinWest Posted May 16, 2006 Share Posted May 16, 2006 Seems like a real steal, especially with Dual-Core Mac Minis not much cheaper than these guys. I agree that the $150 premium for black seems pretty odd especially as it's likely to get scratched to hell. I'll take my Apple products in white and silver thank you very much Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/17596-apple-releases-macbook-for-just-1099/#findComment-113670 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swad Posted May 16, 2006 Share Posted May 16, 2006 My one big hope is that they've fixed some of the heat issues with the MBP (poor thermal paste application)... I'd expect a little bit of a benefit in the difference between aluminum and plastic. I bet the screen looks great. They also updated the screen and processor speed on the MBP! Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/17596-apple-releases-macbook-for-just-1099/#findComment-113691 Share on other sites More sharing options...
munky Posted May 16, 2006 Share Posted May 16, 2006 hey mash any sign of your MBP yet?? and will you use the cash to get a macbook, do you think? (ok ok, a bit off-topic i know - im such a hypocrite!) Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/17596-apple-releases-macbook-for-just-1099/#findComment-113711 Share on other sites More sharing options...
michael_hunt Posted May 16, 2006 Share Posted May 16, 2006 This is going to be such a good week. . . i get paid and im going into to london, so i can pick one of these babies up they look sooooo nice and i cant wait to put linux, vista and os x on one. . . . oooooo i love macs Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/17596-apple-releases-macbook-for-just-1099/#findComment-113728 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trombone_Bob Posted May 16, 2006 Share Posted May 16, 2006 As a replacement for the iBook line they are fine, but I was waiting for a 12' Powerbook replacement and for that purpose the new MacBook is really disapointing. The integrated Intel graphics are not what I need in a small laptop. I have a mini and the gma950 just falls short for what I need. Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/17596-apple-releases-macbook-for-just-1099/#findComment-113741 Share on other sites More sharing options...
NuhkaX Posted May 16, 2006 Share Posted May 16, 2006 Nice machine but am I the only one that would want a Dual Layered Superdrive in the MacBook? I checked the site but the only one that seems to offer the DL is the 17" MBP. Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/17596-apple-releases-macbook-for-just-1099/#findComment-113744 Share on other sites More sharing options...
aumpak Posted May 16, 2006 Share Posted May 16, 2006 just order one from apple store......the big waiting has began. as i saw here, graphics are not so bad http://support.intel.com/products/chipsets/gma950/index.htm Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/17596-apple-releases-macbook-for-just-1099/#findComment-113745 Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluedragon1971 Posted May 16, 2006 Share Posted May 16, 2006 As a replacement for the iBook line they are fine, but I was waiting for a 12' Powerbook replacement and for that purpose the new MacBook is really disapointing. The integrated Intel graphics are not what I need in a small laptop. I have a mini and the gma950 just falls short for what I need. I have a feeling that there isn't going to be a replacement for the 12" PowerBook. Even before the transition, there was little difference between the specs (and price) of a 12" PowerBook and a high end iBook. I think Apple has finally realized that they needed greater separation between the two lines. Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/17596-apple-releases-macbook-for-just-1099/#findComment-113753 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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