What do you think? Is this real or fake? Leave a comment or discuss in the forums. Word is the September 9th Apple Event will be geared around the iPod… But I wonder if there will be any MBP announcements?

written by Mr. Mayor \\ tags: MacBook Pro, New MacBook Pro

This time every year the rumor mill starts cranking out predictions of the iPod product line refresh, and this year is no exception. The iPod Nano and iPod Touch are expected to see updates. In addition to the iPod line up refresh it is expected that Apple will update it’s MacBook and MacBook Pro Product lines with new Aluminum cases with a tapered design. These are certainly exciting times, and I can’t wait to see what happens.

What do you predict? Leave a comment and let us know!

written by Alex Jordan \\ tags: iPod, iPod Nano, iPod Touch, MacBook, MacBook Pro

If your a regular in our forums you might have seen the so-called new Macbook Pro advertisement that has been circulating the internet. Well, sure enough its a fake, created by MacRumors forum member. But, for what its worth it is a pretty good fake. The ‘fake’ Macbook Pro features an aluminum case, MacBook Air-style backlit black plastic keyboard, tapered edges and a thinner design. It could actually be very close to the final Macbook Pro Apple churns out. Ah but, what will be under the hood I hear you ask? Well.. You’ll just have to take that up with Mr Jobs because we have absolutely no idea.

In other news; it seems that all sources are pointing to September 9th for Apple to launch their new product line. Will it be the iPod Nano 4th-gen, Macbook Pro or a Macbook Touch (iTablet)? Who knows, neither the date or the product is confirmed or denied by Apple. I’m guessing we’ll just have to wait this one out guys…

In the mean time though, head to the rumor mill in our forum to discuss possible products, dates and specs.

written by Councillor Ben \\ tags: Apple, fake, iPod Nano, launch, leaked ad, MacBook Pro, Rumors, september 9th

Rumors of what are said to be the new Macbook cases have been leaked via Apple Pro & Enadget.

The picture shows a totally aluminum case for the MacBook. The MacBook label is in the exact same place as the current MacBook, and the case appears to be the same shape. Previously aluminum cases have only available on the MacBook Pro, but if it’s included in the MacBook, will the screen size be the only aesthetic difference?

I’m excited to see if this will be the real redesign of the MacBook that many of us are expecting.

written by Councillor Ben \\ tags: Aluminum, Leaked Photos, MacBook, MacBook Pro, New

Long gone could be the glossy white, clean-looking finish to our MacBooks — in coming could be a new look - sleek and trendier, very modern, and eco-friendly, the new look is rumored to be made with anodized aluminum and stainless steel, much like the MacBook sibling, the MacBook Pro.  This change in design would definitely add symmetry to the Apple product line.

But that’s not all — rumored is also a change in making all MacBooks thinner, which I am assuming will also make them lighter!

It is rumored that this new design will make it out into the market soon, as Apple’s average design cycle is every 18-24 months (for the MacBook and the MacBook Pro.)  The last major redesign was in 2006.

Now of course this is all undisclosed information from a Taiwanese worker, on a Taiwanese Apple forum — at a undisclosed Taiwanese case company, who has received the order for an Aluminum casing for the MacBook.  Kind of sounds like, “I heard this from my cousin’s friend’s sister who knows the guy that is friends with the girl who works there…” 

I definitely can see Apple heading this way with their MacBooks and I look forward to the new design Apple will put out into the market, but to be honest I would miss the glossy white finish (as it matches the decor in my house!)

[via AppleTell]

written by Girl-J \\ tags: MacBook, MacBook Pro

In their usual Tuesday store update, Apple has added new MacBooks and MacBook Pros to the Apple store.

The new models have the latest Intel Core 2 Duo processors, larger hard drives and 2GB of memory standard on most models.

The MacBook Pro also includes the latest NVIDIA graphics processors, up to 512MB of video memory, and a multi-touch trackpad.

If you just purchased a MacBook or MacBook Pro, now might be a good time to pick up the phone and call Apple (if you missed these lower prices/updates). We just picked up a new MacBook here at Mactropolis last week, and Apple generously rebated $200 to our credit card (We added roughly $150 of updates to the MacBook that are now included in the base price… plus, the same MacBook is now $50 cheaper in the store).

Good on Apple for doing this (as they should). Would be very interested to hear if anyone else out there has had a similar experience!

written by Mr. Mayor \\ tags: Apple Store, MacBook, MacBook Pro

Rumor has it that a new, 11 to 13 inch ‘portable’ laptop (aren’t they all portable?) is due to be unveiled at MacWorld ‘08 in January.

Initial rumors had been that Apple was going to hit the market with a ’sub-notebook’ computer coming in at a tiny 8 to 11 inch size. I’m glad these rumors seem to be dissapating as that really is a little small for me and most folks I believe!

Anyways, back to the 11 to 13 inch model. Apparently it is going to be a bit pricey. Between $1,099 and $1,999. That’s a lot of moola for what you get. Although, there are supposed options of a 64MB flash drive, or even a touchscreen option so that you can tap tap tap away at your screen like on the iPhone.

Personally, for that kind of money I’d rather spend a bit more and get a MacBook Pro. Size and portability isn’t a HUGE issue to me. Performance is.

However, for those that are on the road, on planes, and just generally travel a lot, this might be a perfect option coupled with the iPhone.

Should be interesting to see how this one turns out!

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written by Mr. Mayor \\ tags: iPhone, MacBook, MacBook Pro, MacWorld 2008

A recent forum post I read reminded me of a beef I have with Apple.

One of the selling points Apple claim is that the Mac just works out of the box. No need to waste time downloading drivers - just plug in your equipment and play away. Or so Apple would have you believe.

Well, here’s two examples of when this isn’t the case and Mac users can look darn right stupid to our PC colleagues.

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written by Mike Bradbrook \\ tags: Editorial, iChat, iSight, Keynote, MacBook Pro, OS X Leopard

You into the ‘bling’? Have a MacBook pro and want to show everyone else how much better you are than them? Or perhaps you’re just an attention seeker lookin’ for your fix? If so, this story is for you.

Turns out you can actually gold plate your MacBook Pro. But if that’s not enough for you…You can even specify a diamond studded logo of your own on the back of the display if you wish… Or simply have the Apple logo diamond studded. The choice is yours.

These are being sold through Powermax, an Apple authorized reseller.

Pricing starts at $5999 for gold-plating, and $8999 for gold-plating AND diamonds.

This is the perfect gift for….. Well, I don’t know who this is a perfect gift for… Perhaps Goldmember?

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written by Mr. Mayor \\ tags: MacBook Pro