Apple adds G4, other features to iBooks

Apple today unveiled its new iBooks featuring PowerPC G4 processors, with the 12-inch display model starting at just $1,100 and the 14-inch display model starting at $1,300. The new iBook line offers AirPort Extreme, Bluetooth, and USB 2.0 connectivity; each feature 256MB of DDR memory as well as slot-load Combo drive for burning CDs and watching DVDs. The new iBooks also include Apple's latest operating system, Mac OS X 10.3 "Panther." The new iBook with a 12-inch display is available immediately, and the new iBook models with a 14-inch display are expected to be available next week.

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The new 12- and 14-inch iBooks have been completely re-engineered based on the PowerPC G4 processor and DDR memory architecture providing improved speed, efficiency and overall system performance. It includes the ATI Mobility Radeon 9200 graphics with 32MB of dedicated DDR memory and AGP 4X as well as "up to six hours of battery life," according to Apple.



Each iBook now features the latest in wireless connectivity with support for AirPort Extreme, an option for an internal Bluetooth module, and USB 2.0 connectivity. The 12-inch iBook ($1,099) features a 800MHz G4 processor, 256MB DDR memory, and 30GB drive, while the 14-inch iBook is available in two models: either 933MHz G4 processor and 40GB drive for $1,299 or a 1.0GHz G4 processor and 60GB drive for $1,499.

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