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New Mac Minis?

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sananda

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Mac OS Rumors:

"The next-generation Mac Mini will sport Core 2 Duo processors at 1.83, 2.0 (Standard models) and 2.16GHz (Gamer's Model), Intel GMA965 integrated (standard models) or ATi Radeon X1800 dedicated (Gamer's Model) graphics, support for up to 5GB of RAM (two 512MB on-board chips, plus two full-sized DIMM slots capable of supporting up to 2GB of DDR2-667 SDRAM each), new faster Superdrives, 802.11n wireless, and in the Gamer's Model, support for two displays (Dual Link DVI and Mini-DVI ports). And that's not even the best ..."

i can't access the rest of the article so i don't know the rest (ie what is the best bit).
 
sananda said:
Mac OS Rumors:

"The next-generation Mac Mini will sport Core 2 Duo processors at 1.83, 2.0 (Standard models) and 2.16GHz (Gamer's Model), Intel GMA965 integrated (standard models) or ATi Radeon X1800 dedicated (Gamer's Model) graphics, support for up to 5GB of RAM (two 512MB on-board chips, plus two full-sized DIMM slots capable of supporting up to 2GB of DDR2-667 SDRAM each), new faster Superdrives, 802.11n wireless, and in the Gamer's Model, support for two displays (Dual Link DVI and Mini-DVI ports). And that's not even the best ..."

i can't access the rest of the article so i don't know the rest (ie what is the best bit).
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I SERIOUSLY doubt the 5 GB of RAM. Everything else souns somewhat feasible, but the RAM is just totally wrong.
 
Bull%"§&, sorry.

The X1800 is way outdated (even it's successor, the X1900 series, is by now) and furthermore a high-end graphics-chip which requires a massive cooling solution (that chip alone draws more power than a complete Mac Mini). A current-generation mid-range-chip (e.g. a 8600gts) should be much cheaper and draw less power while having more features.

The 5gb RAM thing also sounds somewhat strange.
 
I don't understand why everyone is saying the Mini is going to be killed off because it hasn't been updated in so long. By that logic, the iMac is going to be killed off too because it also hasn't been updated in over 300 days.
 
Dont Hurt Me said:
Electronic Fiction:D , guess he didnt hear Mini is going to be killed off in Apple fashion.:apple:
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If they are discontinued, the Apple TV or a mid-range tower will probably take the Mini's place. AppleTV needs the normal Mac OS X though on the AppleTV and make all of the media stuff that AppleTV has to offer be accessed in Mac OS X.
 
That would be insane if the Mini could take 5GB of RAM.......I would be shocked if it did. Really shocked.

dartzorichalcos~~ Basically you'd just be turning the AppleTV into a Mini....... :confused:
Don't get me wrong, I agree with you. The AppleTV needs more functionality. It would be interesting if they discontinued the Mini's and made major changes to AppleTV; but I am highly skeptical they'd do something so drastic to the AppleTV.
 
right now the mac mini is totally overpriced for what it contains they really need to update it to keep it competitive
 
I can see maybe, just maybe 3 GB of RAM for a "gamer's model" but I highly doubt it.

The mini is in need of either an update or a $100-200 price drop.

Or hey, how about both?:rolleyes:
 
sananda said:
Mac OS Rumors:

"The next-generation Mac Mini will sport Core 2 Duo processors at 1.83, 2.0 (Standard models) and 2.16GHz (Gamer's Model), Intel GMA965 integrated (standard models)
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There is no such thing as a gma 965. I assume what is meant is the intel 965 chipset's integrated graphics.
or ATi Radeon X1800 dedicated (Gamer's Model) graphics,
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Umm, yeah a high end chip from 2005 in a mac mini, not likely.
support for up to 5GB of RAM (two 512MB on-board chips, plus two full-sized DIMM slots capable of supporting up to 2GB of DDR2-667 SDRAM each),
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I believe if it has 1gb of system memory soldered on, it will be on more than 2 chips. I don't believe there are 512MB memory chips(in single package) yet, but I could be wrong.
new faster Superdrives, 802.11n wireless, and in the Gamer's Model, support for two displays (Dual Link DVI and Mini-DVI ports). And that's not even the best ..."
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I doubt the dual display possibility, although it is possible.
i can't access the rest of the article so i don't know the rest (ie what is the best bit).
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In short, this rumor is preposterous.
 
I don't see Apple making the mini a "gamer's mac", it's a low-end computer. Besides, it could detract iMac and MacBook sales.
 
sananda said:
Mac OS Rumors:

"The next-generation Mac Mini will sport Core 2 Duo processors at 1.83, 2.0 (Standard models) and 2.16GHz (Gamer's Model), Intel GMA965 integrated (standard models) or ATi Radeon X1800 dedicated (Gamer's Model) graphics, support for up to 5GB of RAM (two 512MB on-board chips, plus two full-sized DIMM slots capable of supporting up to 2GB of DDR2-667 SDRAM each), new faster Superdrives, 802.11n wireless, and in the Gamer's Model, support for two displays (Dual Link DVI and Mini-DVI ports). And that's not even the best ..."

i can't access the rest of the article so i don't know the rest (ie what is the best bit).
Click to expand...



The Mac mini is designed for entry-level system so if the mini can't cross into the iMac sector then it would make the iMac sales plummet because on cost only.. 5GB ram de-fudded ..


The Graphics chips is the Same way as the ram issue ..de-fudded ..


Have you ever looked @ the mini back-plate, there's no way to "fit" the {dual-link dvi} and {single-link dvi} in the same space..


There's no logical reason to put a 30" Apple lcd panel onto a mini thus it would reduce MBP or MP sales ..de-fudded ..


Do some more detailed research and post the credible info links, the responses so far is what you'll get when your grasping for wheat stalks..
 
Yeah, people expect the mini to have features in the Mac Pro, iMac, and MacBook Pro, I don't get that..
 
I have purchased several Minis for work. They are very good business desktops. I have also read the rumors about their imminent demise. If, in fact, they do get whacked, I think Apple will replace them with another machine which would satisfy that market.

I just finished upgrading the memory in two Minis. This is the second time I have done this. Apple clearly did not mean this to be a common practice. It is like walking in a mine field. All kinds of potential for missteps. The Mini really does not have any room to expand, either (I mean nothing!).

If the Mini does go bye-bye, Apple does not have an entry-level, desktop computer. They also have a very vocal choir promoting an configurable, expandable desktop, but not as robust (and costly) as the Mac Pro. Could Apple engineer a machine which could satisfy both markets? Certainly.

Low End:
2.0G C2D
(1) x 1GB DIMM
Rosetta Chipset / Integrated Graphics (can be disabled)
(1) x 250GB eSATA
Airport Extreme
Bluetooth
Superdrive
(2) 16 Channel PCIe Slot
(4) USB
(1) 6 Pin FW 400, (1) 4 Pin FW 400
(1) 9 Pin FW 800 (Independent)
(1) eSATA
(1) HDMI
(1) Optical Digital Audio
(1) S-Video

OPTIONS:
2.4G C2D
(2) X 2GB DIMM
Any PCIe Graphics Card w/Mac Drivers
Up to 2 eSATA Drives - sizes 250GB - 750GB or (1) eSATA Drive + (1) Blu-ray

The key is expandability. Apple would not even have to offer all of the options, just make it available for the user. Maybe they could come up with 3-4 standard models and let other users just buy the base and build it themselves. When I buy from HP, the standard machine arrives, along with separate boxes for each option I ordered. They do not assemble it.

Anyway, I suppose that is my fantasy. I do need a replacement desktop if the Mini is discontinued.
 
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