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Head of Norton AntiVirus Development Uses a
Mac
Cnet UK blogger
Rory Reid reports:
"I'm making a habit of seeing things I'm not supposed to....
"This trend continued last week when I sat down with Rowan Trollope,
senior vice president of consumer products at Symantec. He spoke very
eloquently about the merits of Norton AntiVirus 2009 and how Symantec
was trying desperately to change the negative image of Norton as a
resource-hogging, user-bothering nuisance.
"However, Reid couldn't help but notice that during
his meeting with Trollope the Norton exec he was using a 15" Apple MacBook Pro,
observing:
"For all his hyperbole about how incredibly safe Norton keeps
Windows PCs, it appeared Trollope was ducking the virus threat
completely - by using a Mac....
"Trollope politely explained that he'd chosen a Mac because he
prefers the platform's 'ease of use' and 'elegance'. I'm assuming he's
referring to OS X's spangly graphical user interface, and not the Mac's
innate ability to dodge malware.
"It does make you wonder - if the guy responsible for pimping AV
software prefers Macs, maybe we should too."
Link: Head
of Norton AntiVirus uses a Mac?!
Will Apple Join the Netbook Fight?
ZD Net's Andrew Nusca says:
"News today from
Cult of Mac (via MacRumors) noted that the relative popularity of
recently introduced Netbooks from Asus, Acer and Dell may force Apple's
hand to compete in the sub-$1000 price range.
"According to the report, Amazon's most
popular laptops list is now dominated by the $400-$600 devices,
with Apple's $1299 MacBook being the lone
exception in the top 10. Problem is, that's more than double in price
for Apple's lowest-end laptop.
"Since Netbooks are tiny, lightweight and cheap - we're talking 9-
and 10-inch screens for as low as $329 - analysts are saying that
worsening economic conditions are only helping their popularity, and
therefore, 'it has been suggested that Apple may drop the price of the
upcoming MacBooks to try to counter this trend.'"
Link: Will
Apple Join the Netbook Fight?
Apple Netbook Not as Ludicrous as Some Think
mendax.org's
WyldKard says:
"At Apple Gazette, Michael
made a post about why Apple wouldn't release a netbook,
pointing out how the only non-netbooks on Amazon's list of top 20
selling computers are MacBooks. That's a nice observation, but then
Michael postulates that because of this, Apple would be in danger of
cannibalizing its own sales should it release a netbook. That's where
he goes too far.
"All the Amazon list shows is that Apple dominates notebook sales at
Amazon, not that Apple is seriously poised to compete against the
netbook trend. That is to say, the Amazon list does not show that
people in the market for a netbook are looking at the MacBook as an
option....
"Just because MacBook sales are doing well, doesn't mean they're
doing well against anything except for other notebooks....
"People looking at netbooks are specifically looking for lightweight
machines that have a small physical footprint, as well as a small
footprint for their wallet. The truth is, Apple's only real competitor
in this market is the iPhone, and that's even a huge stretch to
say...."
Link:
Apple Netbook Not as Ludicrous as Some Think
For Every $3 Spent on Notebooks in the US, $1 Went
for a MacBook
A Houston Chronicle commentary says:
"That sales of Apple notebooks have taken off is not news. Quarter
after quarter, portables have been a big part of the swelling Macintosh
tide. A DisplaySearch report released earlier this month showed Apple's
notebook sales increased 60 percent year over year. It's now No. 4 in
this category, behind Dell, HP and Acer.
"But Joe Wilcox of Microsoft Watch says a new report from NPD shows
the impact is
much greater than that....
"Windows laptops only had about 80 percent unit share
at online and brick-and-mortar retail stores in June and July,
according to NPD. But measured in dollars, market share was much lower:
65 percent. The difference in both categories largely belonged to Mac
laptops....
"For every three dollars spent on notebooks at US
retail, one went to a Mac...."
"What's next? I predict that Apple's grab for dollars
has gone about as far as it can, without price cuts....
"Apple is expected to announce new notebooks next month, according
to the furiously churning Mac rumor mill. Expect prices to be lower, at
least on the consumer-level MacBooks, though I'm not sure Apple can
bring itself to do what really should be done....
"If the company wants to put the pedal to the metal, it needs to
offer a MacBook that starts in the $600-$700 range, or lower, with a
feature set that matches or beats the Windows notebooks."
Link:
For Every Three Dollars Spent on Notebooks at US Retail, One Went to a
Mac
Apple's US Retail Notebook Share Up to 20%?
AppleInsider's
Sam Oliver reports:
"One in five notebooks purchased at US retail outlets during the
recent back-to-school buying season were Macs, according to a new
report.
"Citing data from market research firm NPD, the Register notes that
sales of Apple's notebook lines shot up more
than 30 percent year-over-year to claim 20 percent of the US retail
market during the months of July and August.
"Word of the latest surge in MacBook sales comes less than two weeks
after NPD released similar data, showing that Apple's share of the
North American notebook market to have risen more than 60 percent to
10.6 percent during the three-month period ending June."
Link:
Apple's US Retail Notebook Share Up to 20 Percent?
Apple Holds 20% of Retail Notebook Sales, 35% of
Revenue
Daily Tech's
Jason Mick reports:
"Good news for Apple in terms of sales is offset by a pummeling on
the stock market....
"In the latest NPD sales info, Windows PCs had a strong 80 percent
unit share at online and brick-and-mortar retail stores in June and
July. However, despite having less than 20 percent unit share (some
units were netbooks running Linux distros), Apple managed to make over
35 percent of the revenue share - over 1 in 3 dollars spent on
computers. Apple may not be beating Windows in sales, but it is making
a lot of money.
"Notebooks are the biggest sales category according to the latest
report, with unit sales expected to eclipse 148.2 million this year,
says research firm IDC. Year-to-year growth rates of notebooks were
37.2 percent and an impressive 44.7 percent outside the United
States."
Link:
Pricey Apples Hold 20 Percent of Retail Notebook Sales and 35 Percent
of Revenue
Will Notebooks Ever Replace Desktop PCs?
ZD Net's Adrian Kingsley-Hughes
says:
"There's no doubt that notebooks are the area where PC shipments are
growing the fastest. In fact, it's fair to say that desktop sales are
stagnating. People and businesses spending their hard-earned cash are
being tempted by the mobile aspect of notebooks and are choosing these
over desktop-based silicon.
"But it's easy to read too much into short-term sales figures. My
take on notebook sales is that there are two factors that are causing
sales figures to shift in favor of the notebook...."
Link: Will
Notebooks Ever Replace the Desktop PC?
Buying a Refurbished MacBook for My Wife
David Alison says:
"Ah, the sound of a delivery truck in front of the house is always a
welcome sound for a gear-head like me. I've gotten to the point where I
can distinguish between UPS and FedEx by the squeal their brakes make.
After a 1 day delay because I left the house for 15 minutes yesterday
and that happened to be the window for the FedEx Ground guy, I had to
wait an extra day to actually get my wife's new MacBook in hand."
"Allison's refurbished MacBook came in a rather nondescript
cardboard box, a far cry from the slick version you get when you buy
new . . . The machine inside however looked completely
flawless."
Link:
Buying a Refurbished MacBook for My Wife
Upgrade the Memory in a MacBook in 3 Minutes
David Alison says:
"When I bought my wife's refurbished MacBook I got it with the
smallest amount of RAM I could get, in this case 1 GB. The reason
is that Apple charges a lot more for memory than what you can buy from
an aftermarket seller like Other World Computing, which is a great
resource for Mac memory and hard drives.
"I purchased a 2 GB memory upgrade from OWC for $41, which
included the cost of shipping. For perspective if you bump the memory
on a MacBook from Apple up from 1 GB to 2 GB there is a $100
charge for it as of this writing...."
"Installing memory on a MacBook is very simple and the only tools
you need are a coin and a #0 Phillips screwdriver.
"While I was preparing my wife's machine I decided to put together a
quick video to show how easy it is...."
Link:
Upgrade the Memory in a MacBook in 3 Minutes
MacBook Pro Accused of Emitting Toxic Fumes
MacNN reports:
"MacBook Pros may be producing fumes that contain toxic chemicals,
according to tests posted on a French site for Mac enthusiasts,
MacBidouille. The testing laboratory, Analytika, used multiple sensors
over a period of eight days to collect air circulated by the cooling
fan. Using gas chromatography and mass spectrometry, the report claims
to have identified seven organic contaminants in the vapors.
"The list of substances includes propanal, benzene, ethanone,
isobenzofurandione, propanone and acetic acid. Most of the chemicals
are considered irritants, but benzene has been found to elevate cancer
probability in workers exposed to just 10 parts per million, according
to the American Cancer Society."
Link: MacBook Pro
Accused of Emitting Toxic Fumes
MacBook Pro to Drop Full Sized DVI, FireWire 400
Ports?
Electronista
says:
"Apple's anticipated MacBook Pro revision might sacrifice some of
its now-traditional ports in the name of space, says a relatively new
but allegedly accurate source for AppleInsider. Although Apple has
included a full-sized DVI port on every 15-inch or larger notebook
since a mid-cycle update to the titanium PowerBook G4, the new model is
now claimed to drop this in favor of a smaller port to maximize the use
of space in the system. Apple's proprietary Mini DVI adapter is
described as most likely, though the company recently introduced a
smaller-still alternative known as Micro DVI for the MacBook Air.
"A native FireWire 400 port is also said to have been cut from at
least one of the professional notebooks, with FireWire 800 left as the
only option. FireWire 800 is now more common among high-end external
drives and is technically compatible with 400 but requires an adapter
to work with devices using the older standard.
"The rumor if true would also support an apparent case leak from
last month which suggests the 13-inch MacBook will be cosmetically
similar if not identical to the MacBook Pro, which is still believed to
be shipping in 15- and 17-inch variants. Both lines would ship in
aluminum shells and have tapered designs that recall the MacBook Air in
a less extreme form...."
Link:
MacBook Pro to Drop Full DVI, FireWire 400?
Next-gen MacBook, MacBook Pro Spotted in Matching
Outfits
AppleInsider
reports:
"Production ready versions of Apple's next-generation MacBook and
MacBook Pro notebooks have surfaced stateside in matching attire,
according to reports.
"In its attempt to provide the most accurate picture of Apple's
future product plans, AppleInsider is publishing these tidbits only as
a rumor to supplement earlier reports of higher conviction.
"According to the latest reports, both the new 13-inch MacBooks and
15- and 17-inch MacBook Pros will share similarities not only in their
employment of aluminum enclosures, but in their overall aesthetic as
well, with the new 13-inch MacBooks for the first time matching their
higher-priced cousins as if they were members of the same product
family."
Link:
Next-gen MacBook, MacBook Pro Spotted in Matching Outfits
Tech Trends
Toshiba Demos Notebook with Super-charge Ion
Battery
EE Times'
Yoichiro Hata reports:
"Toshiba Corp. showed off at Ceatac Japan here a new notebook
computer and an electric bicycle, both featuring its Super Charge ion
battery called SCiB.
"Toshiba claims that its new SCiB-equipped notebook PC is capable of
recharging up to 90 percent of full capacity in 10 minutes.
"The recharge speed of the new SCiB module demonstrated here appears
to be six times faster than that of the original SCiB battery
technology.
"Toshiba used a new negative electrode material in its SCiB. Rather
than carbon, it uses Li4Ti5012 (lithium titanate) in the new battery,
resulting in a shorter recharge time and an improved recharge
lifecycle, according to the company.
"For example, the SCiB's recharge lifecycle has been improved to
6,000 times, compared to previously possible 500 times.
"Further, the SCiB technology provides highly reliable rechargeable
performance, even at extreme temperatures."
Link:
Toshiba Demos Notebook with Super-charge Ion Battery
The Sort of Netbook Apple Should Be Selling
Register Hardware's
Simon Williams says:
"The
Carphone Warehouse Webbook Netbook is lightweight and portable,
weighing only 1.3 kg and equipped with a 10.2" widescreen. Running
Windows XP or Ubuntu Linux operating systems, the inexpensive
Elonex-made Webbook fills the bill for surfing the Internet and
accessing your email with the preloaded Internet Explorer 6 webbrowser
and Outlook Express email client.
"I think the Webbook flatters the MacBook in its general
appearance, even in being available in both black and white versions.
It's definitely an aesthetically attractive package.
"Specifications:
- 10.2 inch Widescreen display
- 80 GB hard drive
- 512 MB memory
- Weight - 1.3 kg
- Windows XP operating system or Ubuntu Hardy Heron
- VIA C7-M processor
- 1 year warranty
"Colours: Glossy White and Glossy Black
"Price: £274 (Windows XP), equipped with Ubuntu Hardy Heron
Linux about £50 less, or free with a two-year, or
£25-a-month with an Orange Internet contract (UK)"
Link:
Carphone Warehouse Webbook
Asus Eee Netbook to Get Embedded 3G
silicon.com's
Natasha Lomas reports:
"Computer maker Asus has announced its Eee PC mini laptop is to get
embedded 3G for the first time.
"The Eee PC, which launched in 2007 and has spawned numerous,
copycat, diminutive laptops, has relied on built in WiFi and the
availability of hotspots for connectivity up until now."
Link: Asus
Eee Netbook to Get Embedded 3G
One Terabyte 2.5" Hard Drives Expected by Early
2010
The Register's
Chris Mellor reports:
"Can we expect 2.5 TB 2.5-inch hard drives and 5 TB 3.5-inch drives
by 2012? It seems realistic if the claims of hard disk drive (HDD)
toolmaker MII, Hitachi GST, and others are realised.
"To reach these levels, platter areal density needs to increase and
read/write head capabilities also need to improve. Current areal
density mass production drives are in the 250 Gbit/sq in areal density
area, but best practices are much higher.
"Toshiba has a 1.8-inch drive with 250 GB from one platter and two
heads - that's 125 GB/platter surface and an areal density of 378.8
Gbit per square inch. Seagate has a generation 6 Momentus 2.5-inch
drive rated at 500 GB, using 2 double-sided platters with 125
GB/surface and a Seagate-claimed areal density of 394 GBytes/sq in.
This should probably be 394 Gbit/sq in.
"Let's say current best areal density practice in production HDDs is
378-394 Gbit/sq in with 4th generation perpendicular magnetic recording
(PMR) technology.
"Areal density improvements
"The PMR problem is that the technology is running out of steam and
cannot continue delivering 50 to 100 per cent or more annual increases
in areal density. People can't see it progressing beyond 1 Tbit/sq in,
and it may not even attain that."
Link:
How Many Terabytes Can You Fit on a 2.5-Inch Hard Drive?
LED Backlit Notebook Shipments to Pick Up in
4Q08
DigiTimes'
Rebecca Kuo and Rodney Chan report:
"Kenmos Technology expects LED backlight unit (BLU) shipments for
notebooks to hit a record in the fourth quarter, after slumping for the
past few quarters, as the replacement of cold cathode fluorescent lamps
(CCFLs) is accelerating, according to industry sources."
"Of the LED BLU shipments to the notebook segment, as many as 70%
will be for high-end models, the sources added. Kenmos has previously
shipped LED BLUs to Apple and Dell, both of which have publicly
announced their commitment to eliminating the use of CCFLs in their
product lineups."
Link: Kenmos Notebook-use
LED Backlight Unit (BLU) Shipments to Pick Up in 4Q08
Toshiba to Ship 256 GB Solid-state Drives in
October
IDG News
Service's Sumner Lemon reports:
"Toshiba will ship a 256 GB solid-state drive for laptops next
month, likely beating rival Samsung Electronics to market in their race
to offer high-capacity drives.
"Toshiba showed off a 2.5-inch version of the 256 GB SSD at the
Ceatec exhibition being held in Chiba, Japan....
"Based on multi-level cell (MLC) flash memory chips and designed for
laptops, the 256 GB SSD uses a 3 Gbps (bits per second) SATA-2
interface. The drive can read up to 120 MB of data per second and
writes up to 70 MB per second, Toshiba said."
Link: Toshiba
to Ship 256 GB Solid-state Drives in October
Products
Super Talent Announces SSDs for the Frugal
PR: San Jose, California based manufacturer of Flash storage
solutions and DRAM memory modules Super Talent Technology has launched
a pair of new high quality SATA-II SSDs that shatter previous price
barriers.
Super
Talent's MasterDrive SSDs offer the usual laundry list of advantages
over hard drives - five times better resistance to shock and vibration,
consuming less power, supporting a wider range of operating
temperatures and altitudes, and of course completely silent running.
The new MasterDrive LX, offered in 64 GB and 128 GB capacities, offers
all these benefits, plus a lower price than we're accustomed to for
SSDs.
The MasterDrive LX has also undergone Super Talent's rigorous
battery of validation tests, ensuring the highest levels of
compatibility and reliability. What's unique about the MasterDrive LX
is its incredibly low price point; the 64 GB model will retail for
about $179, while the 128 GB unit is expected to retail for under $300.
Both models will begin shipping this week.
Backed with Super Talent's 1-year warranty, the MasterDrive LX is
built with NAND flash and uses a SATA-II 3 Gbps interface that makes it
100% interchangeable with hard disk drives. These SSDs support
sequential read speeds of up to 100 MB/sec, and sequential write speeds
of up to 40 MB/sec. Integrated ECC, wear leveling and bad bit
management functions dramatically improve the reliability and lifespan
of these SSDs.
MasterDrive LX FTM64GO25H
- 64 GB 2.5-inch SATA-II SSD
- 100/40 MB/sec
- $179
MasterDrive LX FTM28GO25H
- 128 GB 2.5-inch SATA-II SSD
- 100/40 MB/sec
- $299
"The MasterDrive LX is our most cost-effective SSD yet. However,
we've made no compromises in quality and reliability", Super Talent
Director of Marketing, Joe James explained.
Note that pricing is approximate as of announcement date and may
change without notice.
Link:
MasterDrive
Targus Launches Its First Family of Dedicated
MacBook Accessories
PR: Targus Inc. has announced it is launching its first line
of notebook accessories specifically designed for Mac notebook users.
The new family of products is designed from the ground up to deliver a
complete suite of Mac-exclusive solutions and includes a Wireless
Mouse, Bluetooth Laser Mouse, Bluetooth Presenter, USB Hub, Chill Mat,
File Share Cable and Privacy Screen. Each product is developed with
materials, ergonomic attributes, technology innovations, functionality
and aesthetics designed specifically to meet Mac users' wants and
needs. Drawing on the popularity of the iPod Touch, the mice and
presenter feature the most current touch scroll technology, delivering
unprecedented ease of navigation.
With its
first line of Mac accessories, Targus offers Mac enthusiasts
cutting-edge products with feature-rich functionality and Mac-focused
designs. The new line complements the Apple style with clean, sleek and
trendy form factors that exude simplicity and sophistication. In
addition, continuing with Targus' Eco-Smart campaign, all the packaging
includes eco-friendly materials featuring up to 70% post-consumer paper
materials and highly recyclable PET.
"The new Targus for Mac line was created with Mac user input
throughout the design and development process, and while it has a
distinct Mac aesthetic in terms of look and feel, it offers much more
than that," said Bob Shortt, sr. vice president of sales and marketing
at Targus. "We designed the functionality required to deliver what Mac
users want in their products, like the intuitive interface on the
presenter, the smooth-moving touch scroll and the dual programmable
buttons that let users personalize their experience."
Wireless Mouse for Mac (Model # AMW43US) and Bluetooth Laser Mouse
for Mac (Model # AMB08US)
Both
new mice are equipped with the latest in touch technology, our 4-way
touch scroll provides smooth, rapid scrolling, move up/down and
left/right with just the tip of a finger. Additionally, the mice allow
Mac users to personalize their mouse functions with two programmable
buttons that instantly give users access to the functions or
applications they use most. The ergonomic size and shape of the mice
create a comfortable and supportive experience that cradles the hand
during use. Equipped with a Power Indicator Light, both mice inform
users of low battery power.
The Wireless Mouse for Mac features a RF 2.4 GHz Micro USB receiver,
which plugs into a USB port, allowing unencumbered free range of
motion; the micro receiver stows conveniently into the Wireless Mouse
for travel or storage. 1200 dpi optical sensor technology ensures
accurate movement on the screen. The Wireless Mouse for Mac measures
4.64" x 2.51" x 1.45", weighs 4.7 oz and has an MSRP of $49.99.
With top-of-the-line Bluetooth technology, the Bluetooth Laser Mouse
for Mac offers the ultimate ease in wireless connectivity and
eliminates the need for a receiver, preserving a USB port for other
devices. Whether used with or without a mouse pad, the Bluetooth Laser
Mouse delivers precise cursor movements with quality 1200 dpi laser
technology. The Bluetooth Laser Mouse for Mac measures 4.64" x 2.51" x
1.45", weighs 4.4 oz and has an MSRP of $69.99.
Bluetooth Presenter for Mac (Model # AMP11US)
The first Mac-specific presenter on the market, Targus'
innovative Bluetooth Presenter for Mac includes numerous features
designed to improve the presentation experience. The intuitive button
configuration provides ease of use and prevents accidental button
presses, with primary presentation controls such as previous slide,
next slide and laser pointer easily identifiable from tactile cues;
secondary functions like blank screen and slide show are recessed and
out of the way. Versatile functionality switches easily from
Presentation Mode to Cursor Mode, for use like a mouse, with touch
scroll technology delivering smooth, effortless navigation through
lengthy spreadsheets, PDF documents and other projected
applications.
Compatible with both Keynote and PowerPoint, the Bluetooth presenter
for Mac includes remote control for adjustment of volume and other
functions plus two programmable buttons that give users quick access to
applications or functions of their choice. Additionally, the Bluetooth
Presenter for Mac includes a laser pointer, allowing users to call
attention to important information within their presentation. Bluetooth
technology delivers wireless control of presentations from a distance
of up to 33 feet and the Presenter's comfort-conscious design reduces
strain due to the ergonomic placement of its buttons. The Bluetooth
Presenter for Mac measures 5.1" x 1.65" x .98", weighs 3.7 oz and has
an MSRP of $79.99.
USB Hub for Mac (Model # ACH105US)
Expanding
user's USB ports to accommodate connection of up to four devices, the
one-of-a-kind, stylish USB Hub for Mac supports USB 2.0 and is useful
for anyone with multiple connection needs. The convenient wrap-around
cable secures around the perimeter for a sleek appearance and protects
the hubs from tiny debris or damage, making the Hub a perfect, compact
travel companion. The USB Hub for Mac measures 3.5" x 1.7" x .75",
weighs 1.8 oz and has an MSRP of $29.99.
Chill Mat for Mac (Model # AWE41US)
Specifically designed for Mac notebooks, Targus' new Chill Mat
for Mac has two USB powered fans that are strategically placed for
optimal cooling. Users can place their Mac notebooks at a tilted angle
for ideal positioning and comfortable viewing on their lap or desktop.
The soft mesh bottom allows for optimal air flow for comfortable use on
the lap; the powerful yet quiet dual fans prevent heat damage when used
on other work surfaces. The Chill Mat for Mac includes a conveniently
placed power switch and accommodates up to 17" Mac notebooks. The Chill
Mat for Mac measures 15.15" x 11.22" x 1.45", weighs 1.6 lbs and has an
MSRP of $49.99.
USB File Share Cable for Mac (Model # ACC9602US)
Ideal for transferring large amounts of digital content
including videos, music, images, or files, the File Share Cable for Mac
simply plugs in and starts working without the need to install any
software or drivers. Once connected via USB, simply drag and drop files
between computers and the transfer is complete. The built-in software
allows users to simply plug in the cable between a Mac or PC to another
Mac or PC and easily transfer documents or files. The File Share Cable
for Mac measures 3.3" x 1.3" x .51", weighs 1.7 oz and has an MSRP of
$49.99.
Privacy Screen for Mac
At
the local coffeehouse, airport, or in an office environment, keep
prying eyes away and your content secure with Targus' Privacy Screens
for Mac. By narrowing the viewing angle with microscopic vertical
blinds, information is only visible to the person sitting in front of
the screen. With the option to attach with the provided double-sided
adhesive, for semi-permanent mounting, or transparent tabs that allow
for easily sliding it on and off, the Privacy Screen for Mac is easy to
take on the road or use in the office. The antiglare feature
additionally reduces eyestrain that can occur from computer use.
Available in all three standard screen sizes (13", 15", or 17") the
Privacy Screen for Mac also shields screens from unwanted smudges and
scratches. The Privacy Screen for Mac has an MSRP of $49.99 for the 13"
(ASF133W1US), $59.99 for the 15" (ASF154W1US) and $79.99 for the 17"
(ASF17W1US).
All products are backed by a limited one year warranty. These and
other Targus accessories are available at Targus.com as well as through
leading retailers, VARs, e-tailers, and direct marketers.
Link: Targus New
Products
Bargain 'Books
Bargain 'Books are used unless otherwise indicated. New and
refurbished units have a one-year Apple warranty and are eligible for
AppleCare.
There are two different versions of WallStreet running at 233 MHz,
the cacheless MainStreet version and the
later Series II with
a level 2 cache. It's not always possible to determine from the
vendor's listing which is being offered, so we've included links within
this paragraph to the two models. The same goes for the PowerBook G4/667 (VGA) and
G4/667 (DVI), the
titanium vs. aluminum 15" PowerBook G4 at 1 GHz, and 1.25 GHz to 1.5
GHz 15" PowerBooks.
PowerBook, iBook, and MacBook profiles linked in our Portable Mac Index.
Changes from last week are that the $2,099 MacBook Air is sold out
again, but the the $1,899, 2.33 GHz 17" MacBook Pro is back. Each model
comes with an Apple one-year warranty, and ground shipping is free.
- refurb 1.6 GHz MacBook Air, 2 GB/80, $1,499
- refurb 1.8 GHz MacBook Air, 2 GB/64 SSD, $2,299
- refurb 2.1 GHz Penryn MacBook, white, 1 GB/120/Combo, $899
- refurb 2.4 GHz Penryn MacBook, white, 2 GB/160/SD, $1,099
- refurb 2.4 GHz Penryn MacBook, black, 2 GB/250/SD, $1,299
- refurb 15" 2.4 GHz Santa Rosa MacBook Pro, 2 GB/200/SD, $1,699
- refurb 15" 2.5 GHz Penryn MacBook Pro, 2 GB/250/SD, $1,999
- refurb 15" 2.6 GHz Penryn MacBook Pro, 2 GB/200/SD, $2,299
- refurb 17" 2.33 GHz Core 2 MacBook Pro, 2 GB/160/SD, $1,899
- refurb 17" 2.5 GHz Penryn MacBook Pro, 2 GB/250/SD, $2,299
- refurb 17" 2.5 GHz hi-res Penryn MacBook Pro, 2 GB/250/SD,
$2,499
- refurb 17" 2.6 GHz hi-res Penryn MacBook Pro, 2 GB/250/SD,
$2,699
- 15" 2.2 GHz Core 2 MacBook Pro, 2 GB/120/SD, $1,399.99
- 15" 2.4 GHz Core 2 MacBook Pro, 2 GB/160/SD, $1,598.99
- 15'' 2.4 GHz Core 2 MacBook Pro, 2 GB/200/SD, $1,748.98
- 15'' 2.4 GHz Core 2 MacBook Pro, 2 GB/200/SD, $1,814.99
- 1.6 GHz MacBook Air, 2 GB/80, $1,499.99
- 1.83 GHz Core Duo MacBook, white, 512/60/Combo, 60 day warranty,
$649.99
- 2.0 GHz Core Duo MacBook, white, 512/60/Combo, 60 day warranty,
$709.99
- 2.0 GHz Core Duo MacBook, black, 512/80/SD, 60 day warranty,
$749.99
- 2.0 GHz Core 2 MacBook, white, 1 GB/80/SD, 60 day warranty,
$769.99
- 2.0 GHz Core 2 MacBook, black, 1 GB/120/SD, 60 day warranty,
$799.99
- 15" PowerBook G4/1.25 GHz, 256/60/Combo, $599.99
- 15" PowerBook G4/1.33 GHz, 256/60/Combo, $639.99
- 15" PowerBook G4/1.5 GHz, 1 GB/80/Combo, $679.99
- 15" PowerBook G4/1.67 GHz, 1 GB/80/SD, $729.99
- 15" hi-res PowerBook G4/1.67 GHz, 512/80/SD $799.99
- 12" PowerBook G4/1 GHz, 256/40/Combo, $699.95
- 12" PowerBook G4/1.33 GHz, 512/60/DVD, $849.95
- 12" PowerBook G4/1.5 GHz, 256 RAM, 60/Combo, $849.95
- 15" PowerBook G4/1.25 GHz, 512/60/SD, $949.95
- 15" PowerBook G4/1.33 GHz, 512/60/SD, $999.95
- 15" PowerBook G4/1.5 GHz, 512/80/Combo, 1 year warranty,
$894.95
- 15" PowerBook G4/1.5 GHz, 512/80/SD, $929.95
- 15" PowerBook G4/1.67 GHz, 1 GB/80/SD, $1,199.95
- 17" PowerBook G4/1 GHz, 512/60/SD, $1,109.95
- 17" PowerBook G4/1.67 GHz, 512/120/Combo, 1 year warranty,
$1,089.95
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Lombard PowerBook G3/400, 128/6/DVD, $150
- 1.83 GHz Core Duo MacBook, 1 GB/60/Combo, $699
- 2.0 GHz Core Duo MacBook, 1 GB/80/Combo, $799
- 2.0 GHz Core Duo MacBook, 1 GB/80/SD, $825
- 2.16 GHz Core Duo 15" MacBook Pro, 1 GB/100/SD, $1,099
- 2.16 GHz Core Duo 17" MacBook Pro, 1 GB/100/SD, $1,199
- 15" PowerBook G4/1.5 GHz, 1 GB/80/SD, $695
- 15" PowerBook G4/1.67 GHz, 1 GB/80/SD, $769
- 15" 2.1 GHz Core Duo MacBook Pro, 512/80/SD, $1,129
- open box 2.1 GHz Core 2 MacBook, white, 1 GB/120/Combo, $1,039
- open box 2.4 GHz Core 2 MacBook, white, 2 GB/160/SD, $1,249
- open box 2.4 GHz Core 2 MacBook, black, 2 GB/250/SD, $1,439
- open box 17" 2.4 GHz Core 2 MacBook Pro, 2 GB/160/SD, warranty
started, $1,899
- 12" iBook G4/1 GHz, 512/30/Combo, $499.95
- 12" iBook G4/1.33 GHz, 768/40/Combo, AP, AppleCare, $599.95
- 15" PowerBook G4/667 MHz DVI, 256/30/Combo, $499.95
- 15" PowerBook G4/1.5 GHz, 1 GB/80/Combo, APX, $999.95
- 15" 2.16 GHz Core 2 MacBook Pro, 1 GB/120/SD, APX, $1,599.95
- 12" iBook G3/600 MHz, 128/20/CD, OS X 10.2, $279.99
- 12" iBook G4/1 GHz, 512/30/CD, APX, OS X 10.4, $449.99
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