Summary of Apple’s October 20 Announcements -
Apple today released and updated multiple products, often when this happens certain important details or announcements slip under the radar. In this post those details will be made clearer and more concise.
iMac
- Engadget has posted a hands-on review with video.
- iMac now supports up to 16GB of RAM due to double the number of slots.
- Audio is massively improved, Gizmodo describes a “noticeable difference” over the previous iMac.
- The inclusion of quad-core i5 and i7 processors in the 27-inch iMac represents Apple’s first foray into desktop class processors in the iMac line. Historically Apple has used mobile processors.
- 27-inch iMac supports video in via DisplayPort adapters, effectively making the iMac a 27-inch display to external sources.
MacBook
- Engadget hands on, claims the new MacBook feels more solid that its predecessor.
- New MacBook loses any form of FireWire, also utilises a Mini-DisplayPort in play of Mini-DVI. New MacBook includes a combined in/out port.
- Has a MacBook Air style magsafe connector.
MacMini Server
- Faster Processors
- Option to purchase with OS X Server
Preinstalled
Magic Mouse
- Only available in wireless, Apple suggests that one set of batteries will last 4 months.
- Only two “virtual buttons” no third and fourth button.
- No Exposé or Spaces functions.
- When scrolling pages have momentum much like scrolling on iPhone.
- Shipping end of October.
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