Intel Mac mini To Evolve Into Digital Hub?
Think Secret claims an Intel-based Mac mini will make an appearance at MacWorld San Francisco in January. Expected to be included in the update, other than the move to Intel processor:
Front Row 2.0
"TiVo-Killer" DVR application
Built-In iPod Dock
Possible move to 3.5" hard drive
Whether the DVR capability comes standard on the mini or as an add-on module is unknown. According to Think Secret, the built-in iPod dock was expected on the first mini, but later scrapped. The inclusion of a larger 3.5" hard drive would indicate the form factor for the mini would increase in size to accomodate it.
Front Row 2.0
"TiVo-Killer" DVR application
Built-In iPod Dock
Possible move to 3.5" hard drive
Whether the DVR capability comes standard on the mini or as an add-on module is unknown. According to Think Secret, the built-in iPod dock was expected on the first mini, but later scrapped. The inclusion of a larger 3.5" hard drive would indicate the form factor for the mini would increase in size to accomodate it.
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81 months ago
Yes! Robert Cringely seems to think so as well.
http://www.pbs.org/cringely/pulpit/pulpit20050120.html
The mac mini makes the perfect 'TiVo' like device. Coupled with iTunes and iLife and Front Row, it makes the next Mac mini a very viable consumer friendly device.
http://www.pbs.org/cringely/pulpit/pulpit20050120.html
The mac mini makes the perfect 'TiVo' like device. Coupled with iTunes and iLife and Front Row, it makes the next Mac mini a very viable consumer friendly device.
81 months ago
I would buy one the second it came out. Then I'd sell the EyeTV 500, and wireless connect it to my PowerMac for TV show storage. That would be great.
81 months ago
Front Row 2? 1 just came out! On the other hand, look at how long iTunes 5 lasted :rolleyes:
Edit: After reading the article, I now see the Front Row iMac as a "beta test" before releasing a TV-connectible Mini :cool:
Edit: After reading the article, I now see the Front Row iMac as a "beta test" before releasing a TV-connectible Mini :cool:
81 months ago
If it stays under 1000, and the speed isn't bad, that sounds like something i'd buy.
81 months ago
Front Row 2? 1 just came out! On the other hand, look at how long iTunes 5 lasted :rolleyes:
Yeah... but 1 seems to have lots of problems. Plus, it needs to include a tivo symbol.
81 months ago
Retaining the Mac mini name would indicate that it will remain in the same price range.
"Awesome new product...but higher prices" is kinda wet towel IMO.
"Awesome new product...but higher prices" is kinda wet towel IMO.
81 months ago
This is great news because I am looking a buying 3 or 4 new Macs in the next month or so for the offices. I think 3 IMacs and a new Mac mini will do the trick.
I really hope that they release Pages 2.0 soon.
I really hope that they release Pages 2.0 soon.
81 months ago
ok... so now we have reports of intel ibooks, powerbooks, imacs, and mac minis. this is seeming sort of "nostradamus" sounding. :cool:
81 months ago
ThinkSecret seems to not be as reliable as they used to be lately, and I wonder whether to believe this prediction. Anyway, if the prediction is true and a true media center mini is released (Intel or not), I will buy one as soon as I have the cash in my bank account.
81 months ago
ill see your Intel Mac Mini rumor, and raise you two Intel PB rumors, and 3.0 Ghz G5 Rumor.
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