Apple has officially confirmed the highly anticipated unibody 17 inch MacBook Pro, which is touted as the world’s thinnest and lightest 17-inch laptop. The new MacBook Pro features a 1900 x 1200 LED backlit display with a 700:1 contrast ratio, a 2.66 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo / 6MB L2 cache, 4GB 1066MHz DDR3 memory, Nvidia GeForce 9400M/ Nvidia GeForce 9600M GT / 512MB, 320GB hard drive and slot-loading SuperDrive. Apple also adds a MBA-style non-removable battery that offers 7 hours of battery life (rated at 1000 recharges). The basic configuration retails for $2799. [Apple via Laptop Notebook News]
Word has it that Apple will release a new Mac mini server with 1TB of storage space. The new Mac mini will have a build-to-order option for dual hard drives, which is good for enterprise servers. [Gizmodo]
According to rumors, Apple is preparing for the new 28 inch iMac that would be powered by a Corei7, the latest processor from Intel. The latest Corei7 version will run use Intel’s X58 chipset. There is no confirmation from Apple. We will keep you posted. [Apple Insider]
According to Apple Insider, the unibody, 17-inch MacBook Pro will be announced at Macworld. This model is expected to have a slim, extended-life, non-removable battery. That’s right! The new 17-inch MacBook Pro is said to have a “super slim” battery that can’t be removed. No word on pricing or availability at this time. Stay tuned for more updates. [Apple Insider via Laptop Notebook News]
According to rumors, Apple will announce the MacBook nano at Apple’s Macworld expo on Monday. The official specs of the netbook is still unknown. Stay tuned for more updates. [ElectricPig]
Axiotron has recently released its new ModBook that was based on a MacBook. The ModBook will come with some features including full Bluetooth connectivity, lightweight design, scratch-resistant exterior, upgraded drawing surface, AnyView LCD/ForceGlass screen cover, GPS navigation, and improved pen tablet performance. Priced at $1,299 upwards, the device comes pre-loaded with Autodesk SketchBook Express. [TechDigest]
I am a fan of Apple iPod Shuffle. I am happy to know that the gadget has received new color variants, so I can mix and match the gadget with my style. The specs are still the same. The new Shuffle is now available in blue, green, pink, red and original silver. [Apple via iPod and MP3 Players]
After releasing the new 13 inch MacBook and 15 inch MacBook Pro, Apple has also rolled out the new 24-inch LED Cinema Display that can expand the screen of your new MacBook, MacBook Pro, or MacBook Air and takes you to a new level of experience. The LED Cinema Display connects to your new MacBook, MacBook Pro, or MacBook Air via the ultra-compact Mini DisplayPort connector, so you can say good bye to the old DVI or VGA connectors. This high-end LED screen also comes with a MagSafe connector, which is able to power and charge your new MacBooks. Other features include the self-powered USB ports, the built-in iSight camera, microphone, and speakers.
Let’s talk about the advantages of LED technology. The reason why Apple used this technology is that because LEDs are solid-state light sources that light up very quickly, so there’s no waiting for your display when you connect your new MacBook, MacBook Pro, or MacBook Air. LEDs are also mercury-free, so the Apple LED Cinema Display is one of the eco-friendly appliances in the world. Apple also claims their new LED display as “The greenest Apple display ever.” No word on pricing so far. We will keep you posted. See more interesting pictures in the gallery below. Click on the thumbnails to enlarge the pictures. [Apple]
Apple has updated its MacBook family notebook with the release of the new 13 inch MacBook and the new 15 inch MacBook Pro. Priced at $1,200 upwards, these new advanced notebooks feature all-metal enclosures that makes it durable, pro-performance notebook graphics, the bright and instant-on LED-backlit displays, and a glass Multi-Touch trackpad. Apple also claims that these new notebooks are their greenest notebooks that meets Energy Star 4.0, EPEAT Gold, and RoHS environmental standards. Apple’s new MacBook and MacBook Pro are powered by NVIDIA GeForce 9400M graphics processor with 256MB of DDR3 SDRAM shared with main memory, a built-in iSight camera, and Mini DisplayPort. Other features include 8x slot-loading SuperDrive (DVD±R DL/DVD±RW/CD-RW), a 160GB or a 250GB 5400-rpm Serial ATA hard disk drive, up to 4GB of 1066MHz DDR3 SDRAM, and a 2.0GHz or 2.4GHz Intel Core 2 Duo processor with 3MB on-chip shared L2 cache running 1:1 with processor speed (1066MHz front side bus). See more pictures in the gallery below to see what it’s like. [Apple via Laptop Notebook News]
Apple has finally confirmed that the new MacBooks will be announced next Tuesday. Apple will organize an invitation-only Town Hall event in Cupertino next Tuesday, October 14th at 10AM PDT. It is said that the new laptops will be made of aluminum and slimmer. Stay tuned for more updates! [Engadget via Laptop Notebook News]
