MacBook released
Apple has finally completed the transition to Intel processor on it’s portable products with the release of MacBook. MacBook, the successor to iBook G4, are available in three different models: Intel Core Duo 1.83 GHz (White color), 2.0 GHz (White), and 2.0 GHz (Black color).
Just like the MacBook Pro, the MacBook have built-in iSight, Front Row software, Apple Remote, MagSafe connector, Gigabit ethernet, Airport Extreme, and Bluetooth module. A new 13-inch glossy widescreen display is included.
The graphic on MacBook will not be as good as the MacBook Pro. Unlike the MacBook Pro which featured a dedicated graphic card, the MacBook uses an integrated Intel GMA 950 graphic chipset. Because the Intel GMA 950 does not have it’s own RAM it must share with the system’s memory. A RAM upgrade is recommended if you are planning to get a MacBook.
A Glossy display will give you a make your graphics, photos, and videos appear with richer color and deeper blacks. The difference between Glossy display and a “normal display” is the glossy display will appear shiny and cause glare on the display. I personally prefer a normal widescreen display. Unfortunately, the option to choose between a normal widescreen display and glossy display is not available for MacBook User.
This is the end of the PowerBook lineup, the url http://www.apple.com/powerbook/ is now redirected to MacBook Family page. The MacBook Family page featured both the MacBook and the MacBook Pro and an explanation of what makes a MacBook.
The only PowerPC products left at Apple are the PowerMac G5 and the Xserve. The PowerMac will probably get a new name, my guess is Mac Pro.