However, since sources have reported that the notebooks will be standardized around a 13-inch widescreen display and Intel's Core Duo processors,
My biggest complaint with Apple's product selection is their tying together sizes, capacities, and processing power. Let's hope there's the option of the highest-end processor with the smallest screen, and vice-versa.
It's hard to imagine gadgets nowadays not looking disgustingly 1999 with colors, but we're talking about Apple here.
I'm confident that if they returned to using colored exteriors, they'd do it like most others wouldn't.
However, it's pretty hard to imagine the use of color without it looking horribly dated 2 weeks after the gadgets' introduction.
I look forward to eyeballing whatever they release, but until then, I'm still smitten with my 12" Powerbook. I think this form will still look appealing 5 years from now, because of how minimalistic and well-designed it is.
Apple keeps reminding me of an updated 70s approach to design. Not always, but...
I could see strong colors that look really rich with the clear polycarbonate over the paint. Playful, but strong. Then again, my imagination is always much keener and more interesting than the actual thing I'm thinking of!
Doesn't Apple have a patent for a case design that can change color? That was rumored to be part of a future iMac (now past), but I wonder if the iBook could have a feature like that...
I think the patent you're talking about is for light to be shined under the plastic to make it glow different colours. Apparently (this was way before I was a Mac user) everyone thought Apple was going to roll out glowing computers but it ended up just being the on/off/sleep light under the plastic on iMacs and laptops.
I don't think the colours will look dated or "1999esq". This is going to be done differently. The old iMacs were coloured and translucent and the plastic was slighty frosted. The Macbooks will be glossy with solid colours. It will look dated in a few years when there are new trends in design but I think it will look good while it's "in style".
This will be a huge boost for Apple. People love the minimalist look of the iBooks but I have heard people complain about them only coming in white. There are many people who buy based on look alone and now that people can run windows, this will be an awesome looking computer with a superior OS without the risk (not being able to run programs that are Windows only).
Solid versions of the colours used for the old iMacs.
That's my bet.
And whoa I said they'd look similar to the MacBook Pro!
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Originally posted by ecking
Look at the names MacBook and MacBook Pro are that simliar for a reason, they're sister systems and will probably sport similar designs only being separated by specs and MacBook being plastic.
I think Apple left coloured computing was for inventory reasons. What if you have made a great computer and made millions of each of three colours before the introduction, if Graphite and Snow are flying of the shelves but one million flower powers are sitting there forever?
A 13.3-inch model wouldn't have as much (if any) space to the sides of the keyboard. I also don't see ExpressCard appearing on the MacBook, although that would certainly be a welcome surprise. I like the strong black on the outside, but the glossy black on the inside could be too distracting.
Back in the day, certain iMac configurations were limtited by color. The low-end model came in Sage, Ruby, and Indigo whereas the high-end model came in Graphite, Snow, and Indigo. While I don't think Apple really wants to offer this many stock models, this type of stratification can help keep the total number of units down and tailor towards different market segments.
And who is to say that with modern BTO we couldn't permit any color case with any specs inside? You can already customize a mini with a core solo or duo, and I don't see that changing when the MacBooks ship.
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Originally posted by DeaPeaJay
ok, so if its iPod white, how COULD it be alluminum?
I don't know. Anodizing?
Originally posted by AppleInsider
However, since sources have reported that the notebooks will be standardized around a 13-inch widescreen display and Intel's Core Duo processors,
My biggest complaint with Apple's product selection is their tying together sizes, capacities, and processing power. Let's hope there's the option of the highest-end processor with the smallest screen, and vice-versa.
Originally posted by satchmo
My guess is that they'll have two colours, black and white...but both accented by brushed aluminum edges.
eew, in my mind that looks really gross.
I'm confident that if they returned to using colored exteriors, they'd do it like most others wouldn't.
However, it's pretty hard to imagine the use of color without it looking horribly dated 2 weeks after the gadgets' introduction.
I look forward to eyeballing whatever they release, but until then, I'm still smitten with my 12" Powerbook. I think this form will still look appealing 5 years from now, because of how minimalistic and well-designed it is.
Thanks.
I could see strong colors that look really rich with the clear polycarbonate over the paint. Playful, but strong. Then again, my imagination is always much keener and more interesting than the actual thing I'm thinking of!
Originally posted by geo06
A black MacBook Pro???
I think that would be an ingenious plan...
Anodized black aluminum? That would look incredible with the Apple logo glowing in the middle...would look very professional.
Originally posted by DeaPeaJay
eew, in my mind that looks really gross.
"Pimp My Mac"?
Originally posted by Naraa Haras
Doesn't Apple have a patent for a case design that can change color? That was rumored to be part of a future iMac (now past), but I wonder if the iBook could have a feature like that...
I think the patent you're talking about is for light to be shined under the plastic to make it glow different colours. Apparently (this was way before I was a Mac user) everyone thought Apple was going to roll out glowing computers but it ended up just being the on/off/sleep light under the plastic on iMacs and laptops.
I don't think the colours will look dated or "1999esq". This is going to be done differently. The old iMacs were coloured and translucent and the plastic was slighty frosted. The Macbooks will be glossy with solid colours. It will look dated in a few years when there are new trends in design but I think it will look good while it's "in style".
This will be a huge boost for Apple. People love the minimalist look of the iBooks but I have heard people complain about them only coming in white. There are many people who buy based on look alone and now that people can run windows, this will be an awesome looking computer with a superior OS without the risk (not being able to run programs that are Windows only).
This will be a good move.
STRAWBERRY
and
GRAPHITE
Solid versions of the colours used for the old iMacs.
That's my bet.
And whoa I said they'd look similar to the MacBook Pro!
Originally posted by ecking
Look at the names MacBook and MacBook Pro are that simliar for a reason, they're sister systems and will probably sport similar designs only being separated by specs and MacBook being plastic.
Score one for me!
But I Still see 3 configurations. Like I said before:
Originally posted by ecking
$999 MackBook
13.3" Widescreen
1.66GHz Intel Core Duo processor
512MB memory (Expandable to 2GB)
40GB 4200rpm HD
Combo Drive
Intel GMA950 64MB shared
Built-in AirPort Extreme and Bluetooth 2.0
Built in iSight
Apple Remote
$1299 MacBook
13.3" Widescreen
1.66GHz Intel Core Duo processor
512MB memory (Expandable to 2GB)
60GB 5400rpm HD
SuperDrive (DVD±RW/CD-RW)
Intel GMA950 64MB shared
Built-in AirPort Extreme and Bluetooth 2.0
Built in iSight
Apple Remote
$1499 MacBook
13.3" Widescreen
1.66GHz Intel Core Duo processor
512MB memory (Expandable to 2GB)
80GB 5400rpm HD
SuperDrive (DVD±RW/CD-RW)
ATI Mobility Radeon X1600 with 128MB GDDR3 memory
Built-in AirPort Extreme and Bluetooth 2.0
Built in iSight
Apple Remote
So I"m seeing this:
- All models offered in white(obviously)
- The $999 and $1299 models being the only one offered in a solid shade of iMac Strawberry
- The $1499 model being the only model offered in a solid shade of iMac Graphite
That'd be too sick.
That said I'd probably still buy the white one.
But my girlfriend would probably want the strawberry one.
I think that would appeal to regular people, women, and professionals/business who are looking for a small MacBook Pro.
If not I see them using the silver and pink mini(2nd gen) colours.
If it happens you heard it here first!
Originally posted by DeaPeaJay
I'll guess, white, black, pink, and blue maybe.
Three colors only: white, black and pink. Just like the Moto RAZR.
White for the traditional consumer, black for the guys/geeks and pink for the chicks.
Two models, three colors, six SKUs. More than that and it becomes an inventory nightmare.
Originally posted by sunilraman
A 13.3-inch model wouldn't have as much (if any) space to the sides of the keyboard. I also don't see ExpressCard appearing on the MacBook, although that would certainly be a welcome surprise. I like the strong black on the outside, but the glossy black on the inside could be too distracting.
Chucker: "I like the strong black on the outside, but the glossy black on the inside could be too distracting."
Interesting point... There are a hell of a lot of black-on-the-inside Toshibas and Acers... I wonder what they are like.
And who is to say that with modern BTO we couldn't permit any color case with any specs inside? You can already customize a mini with a core solo or duo, and I don't see that changing when the MacBooks ship.
Originally posted by sunilraman
Chucker: "I like the strong black on the outside, but the glossy black on the inside could be too distracting."
Interesting point... There are a hell of a lot of black-on-the-inside Toshibas and Acers... I wonder what they are like.
And on the inside of all pre G4 Powerbooks. I loved my Pismo. No problem with the black insides that beast 8)