Apple Notebooks to See Major Design Changes?
Appleinsider claims that the current MacBook and MacBook Pro designs will be retired and are expected to see "major design changes" in their next revision.
The consumer MacBook line is expected to transition from plastic enclosures to aluminum and stainless steel, which are reportedly more "eco-friendly".
The MacBook Pro will share a similar design transition to bring it in line with existing iMac and MacBook Air designs.
Appleinsider points out that the MacBook has not seen a major case redesign since its introduction in May 2006. Meanwhile, the MacBook Pro continues to share a very similar design to the Aluminum PowerBook G4 which was introduced in 2003.
The new designs are expected to accompany the Montevina platform launch in June of this year. Montevina promises faster front-side bus speeds (1066MHz) over existing models (800MHz) and slightly faster Penryn processors (2.26-3.06GHz).
The consumer MacBook line is expected to transition from plastic enclosures to aluminum and stainless steel, which are reportedly more "eco-friendly".
The MacBook Pro will share a similar design transition to bring it in line with existing iMac and MacBook Air designs.
Though precise details are admittedly limited given the ongoing revision process, it's presumed this will include instances of matte black on portions of the casings, oversized trackpads, and the adoption of the MacBook Air's keyboard by the MacBook.
Appleinsider points out that the MacBook has not seen a major case redesign since its introduction in May 2006. Meanwhile, the MacBook Pro continues to share a very similar design to the Aluminum PowerBook G4 which was introduced in 2003.
The new designs are expected to accompany the Montevina platform launch in June of this year. Montevina promises faster front-side bus speeds (1066MHz) over existing models (800MHz) and slightly faster Penryn processors (2.26-3.06GHz).
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50 months ago
Let the waiting begins!!
http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/04/07/apple_notebook_lines_to_see_major_design_changes_sources_say.html
July?
http://www.appleinsider.com/articles/08/04/07/apple_notebook_lines_to_see_major_design_changes_sources_say.html
July?
50 months ago
Maybe the end of June to early July? I hope. It's good to know that they're still looking to improve the design.
50 months ago
damn, my macbook pro just broke and I need a new one ASAP... guess I'll have to stick to penryn.
50 months ago
It's true - while the PowerBook design is legendary, it's time for a change. :)
50 months ago
I was about to buy a refurb as soon as they put a blackbook up on the Apple site, but now? I think I'm gonna wait.
50 months ago
Interesting. I hope they improve the way the keyboard backlighting works. The MacBook Air backlight looks awful. Needs some cleaning up.
otherwise, I'm all for the tapered look. It will be interesting how they will incorporate stainless steel and aluminum.
otherwise, I'm all for the tapered look. It will be interesting how they will incorporate stainless steel and aluminum.
50 months ago
although macbook design can look quite cheap, after using it for 6+ years I still don't see any problem with macbook pro (or powerbook) designs. I think it's impeccable.
with that said, I will be watching the new design.
with that said, I will be watching the new design.
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