The amazing disappearing thread - Conspiracy, cock up or threat of legal action - You decide!
I can post them again if you want.
April 3 - 20, 2006
Final Cut Pro 5
Soundtrack Pro
Motion 2
DVD Studio Pro 4
Mac (Intel) Firmware Update 1.0
Mac (Intel) Firmware Restorer 1.0
Mac mini (early 2006) Firmware Update 1.0
Mac OS X 10.4.6 for Intel (Universal)
Mac OS X 10.4.6 for PPC (Universal)
Mac OS X 10.4.6 Combo for PPC
Mac OS X 10.4.6 Combo for Intel (Universal)
Mac OS X Server 10.4.6 Combo (Universal)
Mac OS X Server 10.4.6 (Universal)
Boot Camp
Apple Remote Desktop 3.0
Aperture 1.1
J2SE 5.0 Release 4 (PPC)
J2SE 5.0 Release 4 (Intel) (Universal)
Bonjour 1.03 for Windows
iMac (early 2006) Firmware Update 1.0.1
MacBook Pro (early 2006) Firmware Update 1.0.1
Mac mini (early 2006) Firmware Update 1.0.1
Then on April 24, 2006
17" Macbook Pro
My theory is that Apple has to clear the gates and assure the buying public that they are continuing to address these customers concerns and brings assurance that they are working for us. It goes a little bit farther than even updating software to correct any outstanding issues. In some cases it involves new trade-in programs (ie: scratched iPod finish issues, scrambled or distorted video issues with G5s) or even firmware updates, all in an effort to make sure everyone is happy so they can go on introducing new hardware without leaving purchasers of recent hardware out in the cold.
It has happened everytime for the last 2-3 years. Apple releases an onslaught of software updates; THEN, the following week we see some new hardware.
Will it hold up after this weeks smattering of updates including iSync 2.1, Mac OS X 10.4.2, iPhoto 5.0.3, Airport 4.2, DVD Studio Pro 4.0.1, Final Cut Pro 5.0.2, SoundTrack Pro 1.0.1...
It clears the gates and assures the buying public that they are continuing to address these customers concerns and brings assurance that they are working for us.
Will my theory hold true? We shall see in a couple days.
Sure, the 17" MBP ships next week. Seems obvious enough.
Sure, the 17" MBP ships next week. Seems obvious enough.
Well, it wasn't obvious until about a week before it was actually announced.
NOW it is obvious! Now that the "surefire indicator" has passed and the leak of this 17" MBP had hit the net - and then culminating this Monday with the actual announcement and release.
It doesn't seem that Apple could possibly release many more software updates so soon as to follow up the previous 2 or 3 week's listing (probably the biggest in the history of Apple Computer).
BUT... the show goes on.
Get a load of this:
GarageBand 3.0.2 Update
Xsan Filesystem 1.3 for Mac OS X 10.3.9
Xsan 1.3 Uninstaller
Xsan Admin 1.3 Update
Xsan Filesystem 1.3 for Mac OS X 10.4
FileMaker Pro 8.0v2
FileMaker Pro 8.0v2 Advanced
Keynote 3.0.1
Pages 2.0.1
Apple Keyboard Update 1.0
Keynote Update 3.0.1v2
Pages Update 2.0.1v2
All in just 4 days time. I wouldn't think Apple would be releasing something else in the next week or two to folly up the new 17" MBP so quickly but one never knows.
According to my theory (though I would bet against it this time \ ), there IS something coming really soon.
All in just 4 days time. I wouldn't think Apple would be releasing something else in the next week or two to folly up the new 17" MBP so quickly but one never knows.
According to my theory (though I would bet against it this time \ ), there IS something coming really soon.
I think Apple may be gearing up to release the new iBooks. Why is Apple's new "TV ad" campaign coming out next week (which LoopRumors.com, though not yet a reliable source, indicates will be Mac-related)? If the ad campaign is mac-focused, it makes sense to have the whole consumer product line converted (read: MacBook pros, iBooks, and iMacs) before it's run.
I think Apple may be gearing up to release the new iBooks. Why is Apple's new "TV ad" campaign coming out next week (which LoopRumors.com, though not yet a reliable source, indicates will be Mac-related)? If the ad campaign is mac-focused, it makes sense to have the whole consumer product line converted (read: MacBook pros, iBooks, and iMacs) before it's run.
It doesn't seem that Apple could possibly release many more software updates so soon as to follow up the previous 2 or 3 week's listing (probably the biggest in the history of Apple Computer).
BUT... the show goes on.
Get a load of this
Another continuing onslaught:
April 24 - ???
GarageBand 3.0.2 Update
Xsan Filesystem 1.3 for Mac OS X 10.3.9
Xsan 1.3 Uninstaller
Xsan Admin 1.3 Update
Xsan Filesystem 1.3 for Mac OS X 10.4
FileMaker Pro 8.0v2
FileMaker Pro 8.0v2 Advanced
Keynote 3.0.1
Pages 2.0.1
Apple Keyboard Update 1.0
Keynote Update 3.0.1v2
Pages Update 2.0.1v2
Aperture 1.1.1
Logic Pro 7.2.1.
Means that the following week or two (May something-or-other, 2006)
Apple releases new hardware of some sort.
I would not have guessed but my theory says some sort of new hardware is coming really soon.
On the other hand, maybe they're just trying to get the current projects done and out of the way so that they can (a) take summer vacation, (b) get ready for WWDC.
Means that the following week or two (May something-or-other, 2006)
Apple releases new hardware of some sort.
I would not have guessed but my theory says some sort of new hardware is coming really soon.
They have done this in the past, but I think these are just necessary updates because some apps were not yet updated for intel Macs, and the rest were just bug fixes.
MacRonin I think you're on to something, but the intel may have gotten garbled in translation.
If they don't release the new 13" MacBook Pro and/or MacBooks soon, a lot of people on these forums are going to need a "tablet".
8)
Two, please: 1 lite with minimal features, one decked to the hilt. With water.
Fingers crossed for Tuesday; my wife desperately needs a new portable and can't stand the metallic MacBook Pro. TS has just updated their site to say May 9 is the MacBook release date. Hmmm....
Comments
Originally posted by Cedd
The amazing disappearing thread - Conspiracy, cock up or threat of legal action - You decide!
I can post them again if you want.
April 3 - 20, 2006
Final Cut Pro 5
Soundtrack Pro
Motion 2
DVD Studio Pro 4
Mac (Intel) Firmware Update 1.0
Mac (Intel) Firmware Restorer 1.0
Mac mini (early 2006) Firmware Update 1.0
Mac OS X 10.4.6 for Intel (Universal)
Mac OS X 10.4.6 for PPC (Universal)
Mac OS X 10.4.6 Combo for PPC
Mac OS X 10.4.6 Combo for Intel (Universal)
Mac OS X Server 10.4.6 Combo (Universal)
Mac OS X Server 10.4.6 (Universal)
Boot Camp
Apple Remote Desktop 3.0
Aperture 1.1
J2SE 5.0 Release 4 (PPC)
J2SE 5.0 Release 4 (Intel) (Universal)
Bonjour 1.03 for Windows
iMac (early 2006) Firmware Update 1.0.1
MacBook Pro (early 2006) Firmware Update 1.0.1
Mac mini (early 2006) Firmware Update 1.0.1
Then on April 24, 2006
17" Macbook Pro
My theory is that Apple has to clear the gates and assure the buying public that they are continuing to address these customers concerns and brings assurance that they are working for us. It goes a little bit farther than even updating software to correct any outstanding issues. In some cases it involves new trade-in programs (ie: scratched iPod finish issues, scrambled or distorted video issues with G5s) or even firmware updates, all in an effort to make sure everyone is happy so they can go on introducing new hardware without leaving purchasers of recent hardware out in the cold.
April 24
17 inch MacBook Pro
Apr 24 - ?
GarageBand 3.0.2 Update
Xsan 1.3 Update
FileMaker Pro 8.0v2
FileMaker Pro 8.0v2 Advanced
May ?
New hardware of some sort.
Assuming they release another update or 2.
http://www.appleinsider.com/article.php?id=1705
They released a bunch of software/firmware updates...
..and it's time for the MacBook by now...
Come on, Apple
Originally posted by rongold
It has happened everytime for the last 2-3 years. Apple releases an onslaught of software updates; THEN, the following week we see some new hardware.
Will it hold up after this weeks smattering of updates including iSync 2.1, Mac OS X 10.4.2, iPhoto 5.0.3, Airport 4.2, DVD Studio Pro 4.0.1, Final Cut Pro 5.0.2, SoundTrack Pro 1.0.1...
It clears the gates and assures the buying public that they are continuing to address these customers concerns and brings assurance that they are working for us.
Will my theory hold true? We shall see in a couple days.
Sure, the 17" MBP ships next week. Seems obvious enough.
I can guarantee you that new Nano's will be released precisely 15 days after it is delivered!
Originally posted by pbr
And again and again...
http://www.appleinsider.com/article.php?id=1705
They released a bunch of software/firmware updates...
..and it's time for the MacBook by now...
Come on, Apple
Ummm... they just reported on everything I had already listed here, and now your adding that list to my list?
Originally posted by netdog
Sure, the 17" MBP ships next week. Seems obvious enough.
Well, it wasn't obvious until about a week before it was actually announced.
NOW it is obvious! Now that the "surefire indicator" has passed and the leak of this 17" MBP had hit the net - and then culminating this Monday with the actual announcement and release.
BUT... the show goes on.
Get a load of this:
GarageBand 3.0.2 Update
Xsan Filesystem 1.3 for Mac OS X 10.3.9
Xsan 1.3 Uninstaller
Xsan Admin 1.3 Update
Xsan Filesystem 1.3 for Mac OS X 10.4
FileMaker Pro 8.0v2
FileMaker Pro 8.0v2 Advanced
Keynote 3.0.1
Pages 2.0.1
Apple Keyboard Update 1.0
Keynote Update 3.0.1v2
Pages Update 2.0.1v2
All in just 4 days time. I wouldn't think Apple would be releasing something else in the next week or two to folly up the new 17" MBP so quickly but one never knows.
According to my theory (though I would bet against it this time
Originally posted by rongold
All in just 4 days time. I wouldn't think Apple would be releasing something else in the next week or two to folly up the new 17" MBP so quickly but one never knows.
According to my theory (though I would bet against it this time
I think Apple may be gearing up to release the new iBooks. Why is Apple's new "TV ad" campaign coming out next week (which LoopRumors.com, though not yet a reliable source, indicates will be Mac-related)? If the ad campaign is mac-focused, it makes sense to have the whole consumer product line converted (read: MacBook pros, iBooks, and iMacs) before it's run.
Originally posted by Mr. Dirk
I think Apple may be gearing up to release the new iBooks. Why is Apple's new "TV ad" campaign coming out next week (which LoopRumors.com, though not yet a reliable source, indicates will be Mac-related)? If the ad campaign is mac-focused, it makes sense to have the whole consumer product line converted (read: MacBook pros, iBooks, and iMacs) before it's run.
Commercial is gonna be for the new Apple tablet?
;^p
Originally posted by MacRonin
Commercial is gonna be for the new Apple tablet?
;^p
MacRonin I think you're on to something, but the intel may have gotten garbled in translation.
If they don't release the new 13" MacBook Pro and/or MacBooks soon, a lot of people on these forums are going to need a "tablet".
8)
Originally posted by rongold
It doesn't seem that Apple could possibly release many more software updates so soon as to follow up the previous 2 or 3 week's listing (probably the biggest in the history of Apple Computer).
BUT... the show goes on.
Get a load of this
Another continuing onslaught:
April 24 - ???
GarageBand 3.0.2 Update
Xsan Filesystem 1.3 for Mac OS X 10.3.9
Xsan 1.3 Uninstaller
Xsan Admin 1.3 Update
Xsan Filesystem 1.3 for Mac OS X 10.4
FileMaker Pro 8.0v2
FileMaker Pro 8.0v2 Advanced
Keynote 3.0.1
Pages 2.0.1
Apple Keyboard Update 1.0
Keynote Update 3.0.1v2
Pages Update 2.0.1v2
Aperture 1.1.1
Logic Pro 7.2.1.
Means that the following week or two (May something-or-other, 2006)
Apple releases new hardware of some sort.
I would not have guessed but my theory says some sort of new hardware is coming really soon.
Time to kill this thread already.
Originally posted by Programmer
Time to kill this thread already.
Why? Because it has already proven the theory's worth?
Lately I have mainly just been using it as a tally.
Originally posted by rongold
Another continuing onslaught:
April 24 - ???
GarageBand 3.0.2 Update
Xsan Filesystem 1.3 for Mac OS X 10.3.9
Xsan 1.3 Uninstaller
Xsan Admin 1.3 Update
Xsan Filesystem 1.3 for Mac OS X 10.4
FileMaker Pro 8.0v2
FileMaker Pro 8.0v2 Advanced
Keynote 3.0.1
Pages 2.0.1
Apple Keyboard Update 1.0
Keynote Update 3.0.1v2
Pages Update 2.0.1v2
Aperture 1.1.1
Logic Pro 7.2.1.
Means that the following week or two (May something-or-other, 2006)
Apple releases new hardware of some sort.
I would not have guessed but my theory says some sort of new hardware is coming really soon.
They have done this in the past, but I think these are just necessary updates because some apps were not yet updated for intel Macs, and the rest were just bug fixes.
I wouldn't lock this thread. I find it an interesting theory.
some statistics would be nice like
x= number of updates
y = frequency of updates prior to release
z= actual release date
let's see if there is a statistical correlation.
I would do it myself but I am statistically stunted.
Originally posted by Esteban
MacRonin I think you're on to something, but the intel may have gotten garbled in translation.
If they don't release the new 13" MacBook Pro and/or MacBooks soon, a lot of people on these forums are going to need a "tablet".
8)
Two, please: 1 lite with minimal features, one decked to the hilt. With water.
Fingers crossed for Tuesday; my wife desperately needs a new portable and can't stand the metallic MacBook Pro. TS has just updated their site to say May 9 is the MacBook release date. Hmmm....