Gadget Rumor: The New Mac Mini
GadgetReview — ... [Wired]

New Mac Mini to be Announced on January 5th, 2009, Kick-Off Macworld?
MacBlogz - One Stop Apple News — ... Wired.com brings word that Apple will be upgrading its Apple TV this January at Macworld 2009. They have been contacted by a corporate employee who wishes to remain anonymous. ...

Mac mini makeover considered likely for Macworld
AppleInsider — ... Published: 09:45 PM EST A new source claims that Apple's long-overdue revision of the Mac mini will make its appearance at Macworld Expo early next month. Claiming to have obtained the information from a "corporate" employee of Apple, Wired has allegedly heard that a refresh of the compact, headless desktop is due at the start of the show . The rumor is accompanied by little else besides a speculative wish list based on Apple's recent trends in design and components, such as a unibody design and newer Core 2 Duo processors. Still, the report corroborates things that ...

Source: New Year to bring new Mac Mini
Boing Boing Gadgets — ... composed of a block of aluminum. Some internal parts will be PVC-free, and combined with its size and low power requirements, Apple will tout this as the "greenest Mac ever." For video output, the Mac Mini will use the DRM-crippled DisplayPort for connectivity, which Apple is offering to manufacturers for a no-fee license. It'll have a CD-DVD slot loader (i.e. Super Drive). There will be no Blu-ray player, because Steve Jobs believes the format is a "bag of hurt." Rumor: New Mac Mini Coming to Macworld 2009 [Wired]

New Mac mini rumored for Macworld, but there’s a tiny problem
VentureBeat — ... We now have our second rumor of the day about a potential Macworld product launch: A new Mac mini, according to Wired’s Gadget Lab. Interestingly enough, Wired claims its source is an anonymous Apple corporate employee (who I assume is male by the “keep his job” part). The source revealed no details other than the product and the date: January 5, 2009. ...

Mac mini update rumors flare as Apple sales dip
Engadget — Although Apple just posted some ridiculous quarterly numbers, it doesn't seem like it's going to escape the current economic conditions in the US unscathed -- like pretty much everyone else, monthly sales are down in Cupertino, according to the NPD Group. The drop is only one percent total, but it's against a two percent rise in overall PC sales, which could indicate that Apple's premium pricing is hurting it as shoppers turn to netbooks and other bargain machines. That dovetails nicely with chatter we're hearing today about updated Mac minis making a debut at ...

Upgraded Mac Mini gearing for a Macworld release
Gizmo Watch — ... upgrade version of its low-end desktop, the Mac Mini in the forthcoming Macworld Expo, beginning Jan. 5. Amid the speculations of Apple planning to do away with the Mac Mini, an update on the Mini had been a long overdue, but because of the revealing source intending to remain shut on the specks and facets, there isn’t much we can narrate on the same. Apart from the outright fact that the new Mini will have a better physical design based on a more environmental friendly stride. Check Wired for more likely features of the next Mac Mini. ...

Rumor: Apple to release updated Mac mini at MacWorld?
Krunker — ... , the company may instead be planning to release a new version of the mini  at the upcoming January MacWorld conference in San Francisco. The latest rumor comes courtesy of Wired.com which claims to have received a top from an anonymous Apple corporate employee.  No details were disclosed but Wired.com came up with a list of possible enhancements for the mini including: ...

Apple’s to debut new Mac Mini at Macworld 2009
D' Technology Weblog — ... Apple will launch an upgrade to its low-end desktop, the Mac Mini, at January’s Macworld Expo in San Francisco, according to an Apple corporate employee who contacted Wired.com. The source, wished to remain anonymous could not disclose details about the Mac Mini other than its upcoming announcement at Macworld Expo, which begins Jan. 5. ...

Mac Mini update at Macworld 2009 claims insider: new $499 budget model?
SlashGear — According to an internal Apple source, the company is planning to announce the expected Mac Mini update at Macworld 2009 in January.  While the source - who requested anonymity so as to keep his corporate job with the Apple - could only confirm that the new Mini was on the cards, that has prompted speculation that two versions of the entry-level desktop will be unveiled.  The first, in response to the credit crunch, will be a sub-$500 model with integrated Intel graphics, a 2.0GHz Core 2 Duo processor and a unibody-style casing. The ...

RUMOUR: Upgrade of Mac Mini to come at Macworld
Tech Digest — ... The blokes over at Wired know some other bloke at Apple who apparently knows a fair bit about what's going to be announced at Macworld in three week's time, and the word is Mac Mini... ...

New Apple Mac Mini specs and features
PR News: — ... anymore, in fear of losing his job. But come January 5, Steve Jobs will share with all of us, the upgrades that the mini computer will receive. As there are no more details to hand about the new Apple Mac Mini, Wired.com has come up with a list of specs and features that they think the Mac Mini will receive. Some of these include a silver enclosure made from aluminum, 2 GB of RAM, expandable to 4 GB, as well as a choice of 2.0-GHz Core 2 Duo and a 2.3-GHz Core 2 Duo. Read full article

Linkpost | 12.16.2008
TechBlog — ... deals. • Why We Need More Torture in Videogames - Because they force us to think about the consequences of our actions. • Palm launches Palm Software Store - Also includes Windows Mobile apps. • Dell Trails Its Rivals in the Worst of Times - Michael Dell doesn't want to answer questions about what's gone wrong at his company. Can you blame him? • Apple Loses Some Shine as Mac Sales Slow - Desktop sales are off, but notebooks remain strong. • Rumor: New Mac Mini Coming to Macworld 2009 and Steve Jobs Will MAY Be At ...

Mac Mini Successor to Appear In January, Wired Says [Rumor]
Gizmodo — Apparently, after a long update hiatus the successor to the current Mac mini could finally appear at MacWorld 2009. At least, that's what Gadget Lab says: Apple will launch an upgrade to its low-end desktop, the Mac Mini, at January's Macworld Expo in San Francisco, according to an Apple corporate employee who contacted Wired.com. The source, who wished to remain anonymous (to keep his job), could not disclose details about the Mac Mini other than its upcoming announcement at Macworld Expo, which begins Jan. 5. Wired ...

Mac Mini Successor to Appear In January [Rumor]
Gizmodo — Apparently, after a long update hiatus the successor to the current Mac mini could finally appear at MacWorld 2009. At least, that's what Gadget Lab says: Apple will launch an upgrade to its low-end desktop, the Mac Mini, at January's Macworld Expo in San Francisco, according to an Apple corporate employee who contacted Wired.com. The source, who wished to remain anonymous (to keep his job), could not disclose details about the Mac Mini other than its upcoming announcement at Macworld Expo, which begins Jan. 5. Wired ...

New Mac mini to be announced at Macworld San Francisco 2009?
Obsessable News Feed — ... . This latest rumor comes courtesy of a tipster who contacted Wired and told them a new Mac mini would arrive at Macworld 2009, but refrained from adding any other details. Wired believes it will arrive in two models, an entry level $500 model and a more expensive model, both with a new aluminum-unibody design like can be found on the new MacBooks. ...

New Mac Mini Due in January, Says Rumor
Fast Company - Technology — ... Mac Mini. But that's due to change in January, according to a new rumor from an "Apple corporate employee." [image] The much-loved Mini hasn't been upgraded since April 2007, leaving it lagging behind in processor technology, memory, and the all-aluminum design that's been lavished upon other Apple computers. The new Mini is rumored to be revealed at Macworld Expo, which starts January 5th, in line with Steve Job's custom of unveiling new products during his keynote speech. Over at Wired they're speculating that the Mini will also adopt the aluminum body, have a greener build ...

Rumors everywhere! Macworld to bring netbook; updated Mac Mini
CrunchGear — ... . Just like the netbook rumor above, Apple needs a more tasty, low price computer and the Mac Mini might be the direction Jobs’ will take. This rumor, however, comes via an Apple corporate employee who sent the tip to Wired. ...

Last Bytes: Apple, ESPN, Layoffs, more
Tech Observer — Apple is hit by recession, too; Mac desktop sales fall behind PC's - but laptops are still on a tear. [WSJ.com] Tech moguls' portfolios are in the can. [SAI] Latest Macworld rumor: Mac Mini. [Wired.com] ESPN.com launches a redesign today. [PaidContent] Valleywag features a round-up of its favorite wacky layoff tactics. [Valleywag] Related Links Last Bytes: Apple, E-books, Facebook spam, more... Apple Public Relations: 1984 Meets 2007 First Bytes: Muxtape, iPhone, Google, more... ...

First Bytes: Apple, ESPN, Layoffs, more
Tech Observer — Apple is hit by recession, too; Mac desktop sales fall behind PC's - but laptops are still on a tear. [WSJ.com] Tech moguls' portfolios are in the can. [SAI] Latest Macworld rumor: Mac Mini. [Wired.com] ESPN.com launches a redesign today. [PaidContent] Valleywag features a round-up of its favorite wacky layoff tactics. [Valleywag] Related Links Last Bytes: Apple, E-books, Facebook spam, more... Apple Public Relations: 1984 Meets 2007 First Bytes: Muxtape, iPhone, Google, more... ...

New Mac Mini set for launch?
T3.com All — New Mac Mini set for launch? Save the planet, buy a pocket-sized Mac According to Wired , a new Mac Mini is incoming, selling itself as the 'greenest Mac ever'. An anonymous source has told the site that a revamped Mini will be unveiled at MacWorld in January, probably not the biggest launch at the Expo, but certainly significant. What will it offer? Well, here's some fact-based speculation for you. The buzz word is 'green', with a small form factor, low power and some internal parts being PVC-free, possibly a disappointment for those of you expecting a wind-powered bamboo ...

RUMOR: Apple to debut new Mac mini at Macworld Expo in January
MacDailyNews — ... a new Mac Mini announced January, it's unlikely this will be Apple's big product launch at the show." Chen reports some of what to expect of the new Mac mini, including: • Aluminum Unibody contruction • "Greenest Mac ever." • Video output will utilize DisplayPort • Super Drive (no Blu-ray) • 2 GB of RAM, expandable to 4 GB (double current levels) • 2.0-GHz Core 2 Duo and a 2.3-GHz Core 2 Duo (up from 1.83 GHz and 2.0 GHz) • Nvidia inside • $499 and $699 prices Full article here . [Thanks to MacDailyNews Reader "Lee" for the heads up.] ...

Don’t Cry, Billy. I’m Sure Santa Will Bring You a Mac Mini After Macworld
Digital Daily — ... at MacWorld come January, but it will uncrate an update to at least one old one: the Mac Mini. An “Apple corporate employee” tells Wired that the diminutive desktop has received ...

Rumored: New Mac Mini to Arrive in January
Mobilewhack.com — ... will use the DRM-crippled DisplayPort for connectivity, which Apple is offering to manufacturers for a no-fee license. It’ll have a CD-DVD slot loader (i.e. Super Drive). There will be no Blu-ray player, because Steve Jobs believes the format is a “bag of hurt.” We’re just going to have to wait a little longer to have all this confirmed. via Wired Tags: ...

Apple to unveil new Mac Mini during Macworld 2009
PCLaunches.com — ... be believed then Apple is all set to unveil new Mac Minis during next month's Macworld 2009. According to "source" the new Mac Mini will sport a silver enclosure composed of a block of aluminum. The Mac Mini offers two processor option: a 2.0-GHz Core 2 Duo and a 2.3-GHz Core 2 Duo. Other features include 160GB HDD, up to 4GB RAM, an Intel GMA video card or optional NVIDIA graphics card, DisplayPort, and CD-DVD slot. The desktop starts at $500, with faster model costing $700. [Via Wired]

Latest Mac Rumors: Netbooks and New Mac Minis
Today @ PC World — There are a number of rumors circulating about what news Apple might make at next month's Macworld expo. Last year's Macworld brought the announcement of the Macbook Air, and two years ago, it was the iPhone. So what will be the big announcement this year? Depending on who you ask, we may see an Apple netbook, an iPhone Nano, or maybe just an updated Mac Mini. [image] An update to the Mac Mini line is long overdue, and a Wired report is giving some credence to this rumor. It cites an anonymous Apple corporate employee who said that the Mac Mini would see an update, though gave ...

Mac mini revision rumored for Macworld Expo
The Apple Core — ... Mac mini revision rumored for Macworld Expo An Apple corporate employee reportedly contacted Wired.com to tell them that Apple will release an upgraded ...

Wired: New Mac mini to be announced at MWSF
The Unofficial Apple Weblog (TUAW) — Filed under: Macworld, Rumors, Mac mini Wired's Brian X. Chen writes that Apple will release a new version of the Mac mini at Macworld Expo early next month. Chen's unnamed source didn't disclose any details about the Mac mini, but offered plenty of specification speculation. Based on "trends seen in Apple's latest products," Chen expects the new Mac mini to feature a unibody enclosure with speeds and video specs that closely match the new unibody MacBooks. This follows another rumor of a budget-priced, ...

DVR Households Swelling Ranks
Tech Observer — ... the viewer to find content specifically suited to her, presumably leading to more judicious TV choices. Of course, DVR tech comes with plenty of potential baggage: greater company access to user profiles and private preferences, equally sophisticated and annoying ads (see: most streaming ad packages in Hulu), and higher rates for closed premium content. by Jose Fermoso for Wired.com Also on Wired.com: Rumor: New Mac Mini Coming to Macworld 2009 Gallery: Monumental Upkeep Gives History a ...

Apple Expected To Unveil Expensive Netbook At Macworld
InformationWeek - All Stories And Blogs — ... market researcher DisplaySearch, which predicts netbooks will settle in at about 16% of the laptop PC market by 2011. Meanwhile, Wired reported that it was told by an Apple corporate employee that the company would launch an upgrade of Mac Mini at Macworld, which starts Jan. 5. Such a refresh would be the first for the Mini since August 2007, a long time for a company that typically upgrades products every six months or so. Despite the lack of attention, the Mini remains a popular item, typically falling in the top five selling desktops on Amazon. Wired believes the ...

Rumor Says New Mac Mini Coming to Macworld 2009
I4U News — ... what might come inside the new Mac Mini. Wired predicts it will be silver (what other color would it be really, the current rig is silver), it will use green parts, DisplayPort will be offered. Wired thinks it will have a slot load superdrive, 2GB of RAM expandable to 4GB, and have at least 160GB of storage. Processors will include two offerings with a 2GHz Core 2 Duo and a 2.3GHz Core 2 Duo on offer. Pricing is predicted to be $500 for the slower rig and $700 for the faster one. Via Wired Posted on Tue, 16 Dec 2008 14:00:00 CST | by Shane McGlaun ...

★ Apple ‘Netbooks’, Eh?
Daring Fireball — ... next hardware move. “This is just by triangulation.” Citing evidence that included the gloomy economy, climbing sales of the least-expensive laptops and comments CEO Steve Jobs made in October, Gottheil said Apple would show a pair of netbooks at January’s conference, then as it did two years before with the iPhone, put it on the market midyear. The tech press, lacking any actual rumors of Expo announcements other than updated Mac Minis (which I believe is true), seems to be buying Gottheil’s ...

¿Se vienen los nuevos Mac Mini?
Gizmología — ... Y todos sabemos que cada vez que se acerca una Macworld los rumores comienzan a invadir la red. Esta vez (como si no lo hubiéramos escuchado anteriormente) a través de Wired nos enteramos que podría estar llegando una nueva Mac Mini al mercado (lo cual estaría realmente bien porque la última versión ya está bastante viejita). ¿Será verdad esta vez? Nadie lo sabe. ...

Don't Expect A Netbook -- Or Steve Jobs -- At Macworld
InformationWeek - All Stories And Blogs — ... Gottheil told Philip Elmer-DeWitt at the Apple 2.0 blog at Fortune magazine. “I have no spies or internal information. It’s triangulated. It’s logical. It fits with what they’re trying to do. And it solves a lot of problems for them.” So what will Apple announce at Macworld Expo? How about a nice upgrade to the Mac Mini , Apple's low-end desktop, priced starting at $500? That's according to Wired.com. P.S. In other news: Apple is ...

Rumorama: Updated Mac Mini?
Homotron.net — ... has let it slip that a new desktop would be announced in January. Remember, back in October a few European retailers were told they couldn't order any more of the $599 Minis, and inventory dry-ups have been indicative of new Apple products in the past. Then again, Apple's focus on notebooks and mobile computing is undeniably fierce, and it could also be that Apple's phasing out the Mini to concentrate their white-hot magical powers on the mobile stuff. Rumor: New Mac Mini Coming to Macworld 2009 [Wired]

Merry MacChristmas - gloom will subside
MacBytes.com — ... (according to Reuters, reported by Yahoo. As many Mac users know, this has little to do with the recession. Mac desktop sales are down because everyone assumes the iMacs will get a refresh on January 4th, meaning the current models will be run out (look for bargains) and the new models will probably be much better for much the same price as those they replace. You'd be a mug not to wait for that, now, wouldn't you? The mini is also rumoured to be completely renewed, with an aluminium case and faster processors plus more hard drive and RAM capacity, according to Wired; ...

Is the Mac mini about to get even smaller?
VentureBeat — ... It seems fairly likely that an updated Mac mini will be one of the product Apple shows off at Macworld in a few weeks. Wired claims to have a source inside Apple saying the device is coming, and configuration files within OS X were recently uncovered that show iMacs and Mac minis based on new NVIDIA chipset, ...

Expo 09 Rumor Roundup: Part 1
Mac|Life all RSS Feed — Surely you’ve marked your calendars for the annual, and now final, Macworld Expo keynote on January 6. But, what Apple keynote  would be complete without its own string of bustling Internet rumors? This year, we’re hearing that Apple might upgrade some of our favorite products, including the Mac mini and the iPhone. Read on to check out what Macworld Expo 2009 could have in store for Apple fanatics. According to sources over at Wired , we can expect the unveiling of a new Mac mini to replace the compact Apple computer that we all became so fond of. The mini hasn’t seen an ...

The many rumors of Apple’s final Macworld
VentureBeat — ... floating around the web probably aren’t real, an updated system with an updated look seems pretty likely. Wired heard about a Macworld launch of the new Mac mini a few weeks ago, and Apple is ...

Top 10 Macworld rumors for 2009
Brainstorm Tech: Technology blogs, news and analysis from Fortune Magazine » Apple 2.0 — ... 5. New Mac mini. Rumors of the most affordable Mac’s imminent demise have given way to a flood of new specs, among them  2.0 or 2.3 GHz Core 2 Duo processors, ...

MacWorld 2009 Rumor Round-Up
Fast Company - Technology — ... the Mini hasn't been updated for 517 days as of today. It lags behind the processor power and graphics power updates that every other Mac has had. Rumors are ...