Powerbook G4's in Paris?

HardMac is reporting that European supplies of Powerbook G4's are in "end of life" status. Current US supplies also appear to reflect very low supplies.

A previous unconfirmable user report indicated that Powerbook G4 1 GHz upgrades were on the way in October. Meanwhile, PowerPage had reported that Powerbook updates were not expected until MacWorld SF 2003.

In a recent look at product cycles, the Powerbook is currently Apple's "oldest" model -- last updated in April 2002.

very cool. I wonder if there will be more than a speed bump? Could it be possible to add BlueTooth now?

It would make sense to include BT on the mobo ASAP. Anyone know whether the Ti casing would have a negative effect on range?

Considering that there were previous rumors of ALL mac models shipping with Bluetooth as of MWSF 2003, it would make sense to add it "now" (if it happens) instead of updating twice. It would be more cost effective on Apple's side, and it could be a positive marketing angle that Apple could exploit.

Darn, I won't have the fastest powerbook on the block anymore :-(

That's okay, If I had waited, I would still have my 400Mhz P2 Dell crapitude

bluetooth is a definate possibility (that's an oxymoron huh). I think it would make sense considering iSync and the compatibility with the SonyEricsson T68i (a bluetooth phone). Plus, just now looking at it, why is it the T68 "i". Maybe there is significance in that designation. Bluetooth would secure Mac's place in the mobile technology world and IR is gone so they need something. Also, a bluetooth chip is very small so could easily be added into existing powerbook engineering design.

I also think that 1Ghz is certain. It has to be to keep up with the market. Whoever suggested 1.25 is basing it solely on dreams.

DVD-R is a real stretch. I would think Apple will save that for the next big design change early next year. There needs to be some major addition to signify the design change and as good as it looks the TiBook design is an old one in the mac fleet.

... my two cents is free.

Hmm. I tried to order a PB 667 and 800 on the Belgian AppleStore. 1-2 days !! Doesn't sound like no supplies to me.

A lot of Titanium powerbooks sit on the desks of the business folks... The same folks that can't live without their mobile phone.

Bluetooth just makes sense. It would stink to release iSync and then offer those ugly bluetooth USB dongles as your "powerbook bluetooth solution".

Even better would be an Airport/Bluetooth combo card.

1Ghz? I hope so. It's due.

This is my wishlist for new powerbooks,because i am buying one:
-fast cpu/bus of course
-faster graphics,64 mb ddr and something even faster then 7500 mobility would be nice
-second FW port,faster FW speed (powerbooks have somewhat slower throughput of FW interface)
-bluetooth
-paint which is more scratch resistant
-longer battery life
-less heat
-superdrive would be nice,but that will only raise price..maybe superdrive as BTO?

and this is what will look my PB configuration:
hi-end powerbook,which i will use for 3-5 years
-2 external FW cases,one for fast cd burner,one for 160 GB hard drive
-solution for watching tv and capturing video from tv and vcr,radio tuner would be nice
what do you recommend? can those things be powered thru USB port only?

Originally posted by oldMac

Even better would be an Airport/Bluetooth combo card.

1Ghz? I hope so. It's due.

Is it practical to simply swap out an 11.b airport card with an 11b/11g/BT airport card, technically?

Someone needs to start a fad of installing high range wireless everywhere there is an underused high bandwidth connection so wireless access becomes pervasive and nearly free.

Rocketman