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WWDC Keynote Info? XServe, Mac Pro, Displays?

Wednesday August 2, 2006 1:17 pm PDT by longofest
MacRumors has obtained unconfirmed information that could shed light on what the community can expect next Monday during Steve Job's keynote.

Xserve
According to our source, Apple will be set to unveil Xeon-based Xserves. It is unknown what speed they will come in, or whether they will pack dual processors, but speculation would indicate that Apple forgo Intel's top-of-the-line 3.0 Ghz Xeon in order to meet the heat constraints of the 1U Xserve.

Mac Pro and Displays
According to our source, both Core 2 Duo (Conroe) and Xeon chips will be used. Along with the new desktops, Apple will also unveil new displays with up to 1:1000 contrast ratios, built-in iSights, and built-in IR receivers for use with Apple's remote.

Merom?
Also mentioned was a slight design update and Merom (Core 2 Duo Mobile) upgrade for one of Apple's products. Currently, MacRumors believes this to be in reference to the MacBook Pro, however with iMac supplies dwindling at many retail locations, the possibility exists that it could also be the target of an upgrade.

Leopard
A half-dozen or so features of Leopard are said to be ready to be displayed during Job's keynote. While not mentioned specifically as the features to be displayed, the UI is said to be updated, as well as better functionality for businesses, Safari improvements, and the underpinnings of "OS 11". The most intriguing hints are that Apple will incorporate 3d effects in an impressive new feature of Leopard.
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spicyapple
72 months ago
Xserve is badly in need of updates, but it just seems Xserve serves no real purpose anymore. :/

I predict price reductions for their 30" LCD monster, or a new 42" LCD introduction. :D That would be my wish, since 30" isn't large enough with which to edit HD videos.
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QCassidy352
72 months ago
xserve has a purpose for businesses! Just not for you. :p

This is exactly what I predicted (xserve, mac pro, displays, leopard), except that I didn't, and still don't, think we will see any merom-based product at WWDC, but rather a quiet introduction soon after.
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spicyapple
72 months ago
Apart from the Mac Pro hardware introduction and possibly better pricing on the Cinema Displays, this little tidbit has got me really excited! "Underpinnings of OS 11"? -- Ooohhh. :D

While not mentioned specifically as the features to be displayed, the UI is said to be updated, as well as better functionality for businesses, Safari improvements, and the underpinnings of "OS 11". The most intriguing hints are that Apple will incorporate 3d effects in an impressive new feature of Leopard.

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boncellis
72 months ago
If this is true, it's just about what those of us who are familiar with these events expected. Servers, displays and pro workstations are overdue, and that's plenty to introduce in one keynote. An update to the MBP would just be icing on the cake, so to speak.

As for the display with the IR receiver, it seems evolutionary, just that on the Mini the receiver is on the machine itself. I personally think including it on the display is a better way to go because the computer may be tucked away somewhere but you'll almost always be able to look at the screen. It's just one more connection to wire, no big deal.
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nagromme
72 months ago
I expected iSight in the displays, but never thought about the IR receiver. Makes sense, though.

Now, someone give me some money because I'm going to want to go shopping next week :)
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ITASOR
72 months ago
I still don't think they'll put iSights in the displays. Many, many, many people use dual displays and it would be weird to have them in both displays.

I think they will make a new version of the external iSight. When you have a laptop setup that you carry around, or a "sleek" iMac setup, an external iSight isn't really idea. However, when you have a 30" display, Mac Pro, etc. a small iSight sitting on your display is nothing. :)

And also....with Mac Mini's if they don't make an external iSight, you won't be able to video chat unless you have an Apple display? I highly doubt that.
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Eidorian
72 months ago
Update all the desktops and the MacBook Pro. Please? :D
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boncellis
72 months ago

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And also....with Mac Mini's if they don't make an external iSight, you won't be able to video chat unless you have an Apple display? I highly doubt that.


That's a fair point, the only rebuttal I could think of is Apple wanting to market the new 20" ADC w/ iSight alongside the Mini for what seems to be a popular combination.

I tend to agree with you though, a new iSight could be in the works for exactly that type of setup (external monitor). I have the original and love it.
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Cubert
72 months ago
I feel like a kid waiting for Christmas!

Please wow us, Uncle Stevie!
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Stridder44
72 months ago

a half dozen or so features of LEOPARD (not Tiger) I assume, right?



I know I read that 4 times over too.

So 3-d effects for Leopard huh?
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