Apple iBook G4: a first look
Published: 23 Oct 2003
After a long wait, Apple has finally beefed up its aging but venerable iBook notebooks. The company revved the mainstream iBooks by adding the PowerPC G4 processor, its OS X 10.3 operating system (better known as Panther), faster memory, and faster graphics from ATI Technologies. In addition, the new models now include a minimum of 256MB of RAM and a CD burner.
Improving on a well-respected mainstream notebook, the new entry-level iBook features an 800MHz G4 processor, 256MB of RAM, a 30GB hard drive, a 12.1in. display and a DVD/CD-RW combo drive. All three new models have ATI's Radeon 9200 graphics chip and come with 32MB of video memory. You can add Apple's AirPort wireless networking for a reasonable £79 (inc. VAT).
As a result of the updates, Apple's entry-level iBook now goes for £849 (inc. VAT), with the mid-range 933MHz, 40GB HD model costing £999 and the top-end 1GHz, 60GB HD model priced at £1,199 (inc. VAT).
Apple has created a lot of buzz lately with its (US-based) iTunes online music service and the continuing strong sales of its iPod digital music player. Can the new iBook keep the buzz going? Check back soon for a full review.
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No superdrive ! Olivier Magere
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nice laptop, shame about the ram though, i think i... Gandpa Jo
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Lovely laptop - slick design, decent 'punch' and e... Anonymous
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It's a great buy and not very heavy for what you g... Anonymous
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Lovely machine, just got mine yesterday, Great bat... John O Sullivan
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costs only $899 in the USA!
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