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May 16, 2006

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As the iBook exits, one sore thumb still remains

Posted May. 16, ’06, 10:41 AM PT by Scott Silverman
Category | Apple » News

Apple StoreThis morning’s introduction of the new MacBook also marked the end of the well-loved iBook line. This means that all consumer-level computers and the pro laptops have seen their transition to Intel, leaving only one sore thumb in the Apple Store: the Power Mac G5. Apple still has over 6 months to make this transition, so it’s looks like their 2006 complete Intel transition target is easily attainable.

On a side note, the PowerPC iBook still remains in the Apple Store for Education. How much longer will this last before it disappears entirely, only to be found in the refurbished section?


3 Comments

Aaron Author Profile Page said:

You forgot about the poor, little 12" Powerbook G4, which has now become obsolete without even being replaced. Such a sad, sad tale.

Dan said:

Honestly what could they replace the 12" PowerBook with? What can possibley go inbetween the high-end MacBook and the low-end MacBook Pro. The only difference would be the graphics card if they made a smaller Pro.

exnihilo said:

Well, a graphics card would be a HUGE difference. There really wasn't much difference b/w the 12" Powerbook and iBook either. They habbled the iBook so that it wouldn't do dual monitor spanning, but otherwise, it there was no huge difference.

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