Sources confirm new Apple products next week
Apple Computer is quietly preparing to launch new products next week as it prepares for a major presence at the Apple Expo Paris.
AppleInsider has confirmed through multiple reliable sources that Apple is preparing to unveil new products early next week. The introductions are expected to begin appearing on the company's website as early as Monday evening.
While sources did not provide specifics of the announcements, it's widely expected that Apple will finally introduce its all-new G5 iMac, which has been delayed since late June.
Sources close to the computer maker told AppleInsider last week that the new iMac was complete and awaiting introduction. In addition to previously published descriptions of the new all-in-one desktop, tipsters added that the iMac G5 would sport an aluminum and chrome motif; a scheme consistent with the majority of the company's current hardware offerings.
Apple will reportedly incur significant air-freight charges to fly the new iMacs from manufacturing plants in Asia over to Europe and the United States, in an attempt to flood its retail channels.
So far, there has been no indication of when Apple will begin shipping the iMacs, though sources expect demand to greatly exceed the initial supply of units due to ongoing production issues associated with IBM's PowerPC 970 fx G5 processor. Customers who have their hearts set on an iMac G5 are urged to place orders as soon as the company allows them to do so.
Recent information has also suggested that Apple may be planning to introduce additional products during the Paris expo, but has reportedly engrossed itself and its Europe division in secrecy. Many employees scheduled to be on hand for the expo admittedly remain in the dark this week as to the company's official plans.
Apple made an unorthodox announcement of the new iMac in June and later confirmed that the computer would be based on a G5 processor from IBM. Official statements from the company have indicated that the new models should begin shipping in September.
AppleInsider has confirmed through multiple reliable sources that Apple is preparing to unveil new products early next week. The introductions are expected to begin appearing on the company's website as early as Monday evening.
While sources did not provide specifics of the announcements, it's widely expected that Apple will finally introduce its all-new G5 iMac, which has been delayed since late June.
Sources close to the computer maker told AppleInsider last week that the new iMac was complete and awaiting introduction. In addition to previously published descriptions of the new all-in-one desktop, tipsters added that the iMac G5 would sport an aluminum and chrome motif; a scheme consistent with the majority of the company's current hardware offerings.
Apple will reportedly incur significant air-freight charges to fly the new iMacs from manufacturing plants in Asia over to Europe and the United States, in an attempt to flood its retail channels.
So far, there has been no indication of when Apple will begin shipping the iMacs, though sources expect demand to greatly exceed the initial supply of units due to ongoing production issues associated with IBM's PowerPC 970 fx G5 processor. Customers who have their hearts set on an iMac G5 are urged to place orders as soon as the company allows them to do so.
Recent information has also suggested that Apple may be planning to introduce additional products during the Paris expo, but has reportedly engrossed itself and its Europe division in secrecy. Many employees scheduled to be on hand for the expo admittedly remain in the dark this week as to the company's official plans.
Apple made an unorthodox announcement of the new iMac in June and later confirmed that the computer would be based on a G5 processor from IBM. Official statements from the company have indicated that the new models should begin shipping in September.
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I recently got a white one with my G5 and me no like. Doesn't match the G5 at all... plus you can't lay it flat like the old black ones.
Originally posted by soosy
Let's hope they finally get an aluminum style keyboard.
I recently got a white one with my G5 and me no like. Doesn't match the G5 at all... plus you can't lay it flat like the old black ones.
I received one with my refurb 1.6, too. I just kept the plastic wrap around it... but the top of the keyboard is likely to get cruddy.
I have a black one here in the office and you can see spilt tea in it.. Still works after about 4 years or so.
Originally posted by soosy
Let's hope they finally get an aluminum style keyboard.
I recently got a white one with my G5 and me no like. Doesn't match the G5 at all... plus you can't lay it flat like the old black ones.
It matches if you get a Cinema Display which has white inlays on the side.
Hmmm So does this mean "just" the iMac or is there another product coming? Interesting. I'll be happy to see a nice svelte new iMac G5 looking good. Aluminum is good. Time to get away from the white plastic that looks dirty months later.
Originally posted by AppleInsider
tipsters added that the iMac G5 would sport an aluminum and chrome motif;
Mmm... that's what I'm talkin' about; who cares what processor is inside?
This is from AppleInsider's current report:
In addition to previously published descriptions of the new all-in-one desktop, tipsters added that the iMac G5 would sport an aluminum and chrome motif; a scheme consistent with the majority of the company's current hardware offerings.
You can eat your hats, after the intro.
iDunno.
PS. Hooray for new iMac's, and Hooray for new iSights.
Originally posted by iDunno
Please anything but new iPod info.... I want this to be an iPod-less event. I am sick of Apple slowly becoming the Apple IPod, instead of Apple Computers.
Well, it hasn't been Apple Computer, officially, for a couple of years at least... check the ending paragraph on all their PR blurbs:
Apple ignited the personal computer revolution in the 1970s with the Apple II and reinvented the personal computer in the 1980s with the Macintosh. Apple is widely recognized for its innovative and award-winning Mac desktop and notebook computers, OS X operating system, and iLife digital lifestyle and professional applications. Apple is also leading the digital music revolution with its market-leading iPod line of portable music players and iTunes online music store.
'Apple' not 'Apple Computer'. It used to be the latter. Not any more.
I would have sworn it was an official name change.
IIRC, past legal actions have led to agreements/settlements which say they can informally shorten the name to just Apple in some marketing, but the formal corporate name can't infringe.
Somebody may have linkage with clarification, but I'm pretty sure Apple (Records) is part of why.
anyone know where i can find them ?
i use them at home & at work with pc & sun boxes...
its nice to have an accesible usb port right where you need it
Originally posted by soosy
Let's hope they finally get an aluminum style keyboard.
I recently got a white one with my G5 and me no like. Doesn't match the G5 at all... plus you can't lay it flat like the old black ones.
I know this isn't exactly what you want, but this keyboard is silver and has backlit keys.
http://www.eluminx.com/product.asp?pid=4
Mike
Originally posted by curiousuburb
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IIRC, past legal actions have led to agreements/settlements which say they can informally shorten the name to just Apple in some marketing, but the formal corporate name can't infringe.
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I had to ask what 'afaik' meant the other day, now I gotta ask what 'IIRC' means.
Because,
iDunno.
Is this news?