Most people in these forums seem to think there will be a new iMac released on J7. However, why would Apple launch a new iMac right after Christmas? Releasing a new model would only annoy 'new' to Apple customers and infuriate the Mac 'faithful'!
Instead the iMac will be phased out by Feb 2002 and a new model of the cube/iMacII will be introduced. The new model will come bundled with a standard (wide screen) monitor though an upgrade to larger screen would be optional extra.
The 'BIG' order for LCD's is because there will be a new Apple monitor range - all in wide screen format. Apple are keen to offload the current models so these look likely to be replaced come J7.
The new monitors will also come with a remote control - the idea being that you'll be able to control your DVD's iMovies and iTunes etc from the comfort of an armchair. The original iMac had infer-red (remember?). The credit card remote will sport an iPod interface without the LCD display - the options would appear on the monitor. It will also be possible to boot your Mac from this control 'iPad'.
Instead the iMac will be phased out by Feb 2002 and a new model of the cube/iMacII will be introduced. The new model will come bundled with a standard (wide screen) monitor though an upgrade to larger screen would be optional extra.
The 'BIG' order for LCD's is because there will be a new Apple monitor range - all in wide screen format. Apple are keen to offload the current models so these look likely to be replaced come J7.
The new monitors will also come with a remote control - the idea being that you'll be able to control your DVD's iMovies and iTunes etc from the comfort of an armchair. The original iMac had infer-red (remember?). The credit card remote will sport an iPod interface without the LCD display - the options would appear on the monitor. It will also be possible to boot your Mac from this control 'iPad'.
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