Ultra-thin iMacs coming this week?

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If you are in the market for a new Apple computer, you might want to wait a few days. It would appear that new super thin iMacs, MacBooks and even a cheaper Mac Mini are on the way real soon.

According to AppleInsider a raft of advertisements were published ahead of time, in error, by the Netherlands Apple Store online.

The Google Adsense adverts were spotted on Google.nl but when eager shoppers clicked the links they arrived at the Apple Store only to discover the goods were not actually available. And what goods. The advertising would appear to confirm many online reports over the last few months that Apple is about to launch thinner polycarbonate MacBook, am ultra-thin series of iMacs and a speed increased but price decreased Mac Mini.

AppleInsider expects them to be "accompanied by redesigns of the company's Mighty Mouse and Apple Remote, as well as aluminum wireless keyboards."

The online grapevine is suggesting that the new product line could be announced before the end of this week.

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Thread started by raised the familiar “wait or buy now” question. The discussion so far highlights two useful but incomplete points: ’s anecdote about broken screens (a real-world durability concern) and ’s reminder that practicality matters. Below is concise, actionable guidance to help decide whether to wait for a rumored refresh or buy today.

Key trade-offs to understand: thinner chassis often improve weight and aesthetics but can reduce repairability and upgradeability (soldered RAM, sealed drives), change thermal behavior (higher sustained temperatures or louder fans in some designs), and alter hinge/screen stiffness. Thinner does not always mean weaker — material and engineering matter — but if you value long service life or easy upgrades, plan accordingly.

In-store / pre-purchase checklist:

  • Open and close the lid several times; type hard for a minute to check screen/hinge wobble.
  • Press the center and corners of the lid to feel for flex; check for creaks.
  • Inspect ports and vents so you know what’s missing (optical drive, full-size ports, Ethernet).
  • Ask whether RAM/storage are user-replaceable or soldered; if not, buy higher spec now.
  • Confirm return window and warranty options; consider extended coverage (AppleCare or similar) if durability is a concern.

If you can wait a short time, a rumored refresh can bring new features or push retailers to discount current stock. If you must buy now, buy from a retailer with a clear return policy and consider buying an extended warranty and a protective case. The thread shows divided tastes — enjoys the design, and worry about practicality — so choose based on how you use and carry the machine rather than on looks alone.

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jbennet 1,618 Most Valuable Poster

They are bad enough already though. My friend has broken the screens on 2 macbooks because the metal on them is stupidly thin.

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tombeck 0 Newbie Poster

Yeah Apple, please bring back thick, heavy, clunky laptops and spare us with that ultra-thin, modern-looking, fragile crap because jbennet's friend is too dumb to take care of his expensive gadgets.

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jbennet 1,618 Most Valuable Poster

Well its true. My friends HPs and Dells screens wobble all the time when typing, and thier keybaords are very squidgggggggy. My thinkpad on the other hand, does just fine.

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happygeek 2,411 Most Valuable Poster

I have to admit that while the geek in me loves thin and sexy (it also loves steampunk clunky to be fair) I am starting to think that there has been something of a push towards things being too slender to be practical.

Surely a computer has to be more than just nice to look at?

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