WWDC '08

[The_Decryptor Veteran]

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But OS X wasn't as popular back then. X hadn't come out had it? OS X is now rock solid and has an extremely awesome UI and user experience that could easily beat Windows. If they do open it up to the PC, I think it could easily succeed compared to OS 9.

OS X didn't exist back then.

What happened was that competitors could build a system for less than an Apple computer. The money Apple made from the OS license was a lot less than what they made from computers, and they ended up losing money.

[Hurmoth]

OS X didn't exist back then.

What happened was that competitors could build a system for less than an Apple computer. The money Apple made from the OS license was a lot less than what they made from computers, and they ended up losing money.

That would be logical, especially considering they didn't have a large market back then.

I think they could overcome that though with some specific changes. Such as, let's say if they were to license the product to Dell, they require Dell to give them kickbacks on the hardware. Michael Dell has already stated publicly that he'd be interested in selling OS X on his hardware. And I think Dell would do a partnership with Apple if they could sell more systems and beat HP.

[Chicane-UK Veteran]

I think is OSX came out for all machines, loyal Apple supporters would be seriously upset. And Apple have always been loyal to their core fanbase - I just can't see them crapping on them like that!

[Unto Darkness]

just something that came to my mind:

osx for non-apple hardware, like... building bridges to once unreachable landmarks like yeah, having osx on non-apple hardware.. ;)

Wouldn't that be great?

If you ask me, I don't think Apple is going to release the iPhone today... That would be a bummer....

[Hurmoth]

Wouldn't that be great?

If you ask me, I don't think Apple is going to release the iPhone today... That would be a bummer....

Of course they're not going to release it today. AT&T has blocked out June 15-July 15. It will be released then. But it will, most likely, be announced today though.

Production Ramp Up?

Barrons has heard that the Foxxconn, Apple's iPhone manufacturer, has only shipped "several thousand" of the new iPhone and don't expect to ramp production up until the middle of the month. This would suggest an actual launch date closer to the reported AT&T blockout dates (June 15-July 15th).

[Guest]

Of course they're not going to release it today. AT&T has blocked out June 15-July 15. It will be released then. But it will, most likely, be announced today though.

Production Ramp Up?

Blocked out? What exactly do you mean?

[coolkat007]

iphone2 is definet as here in UK, there ae no iphones available in stores since 1.5 month!

mac mini nano can be another announcement but i dont think apple will ever release OSx for generic hardware.. for that matter.. any non-apple hardware

[Hurmoth]

Blocked out? What exactly do you mean?

AT&T is not allowing anyone to take vacation during that time to help with the increased support volume.

[Rudy]

AT&T is not allowing anyone to take vacation during that time to help with the increased support volume.

poor AT&T workers, it's the second year that the iPhone is cutting on their vacation time :p

[Stone Gaijin]

Blocked out? What exactly do you mean?

Employees are not allowed to be off, or vacation

[mattrobs]

AT&T is not allowing anyone to take vacation during that time to help with the increased support volume.

Makes plenty of sense. Otherwise no one would be there for the WWDC ("And it's out ... now. Hey, where is everybody?"). And they'll also get nice Apple Store lines for the media.

[mad_onion]

sorry how long until it starts?

[Hurmoth]

sorry how long until it starts?

4 hours, until the WWDC 2008 keynote.

[Chicane-UK Veteran]

3 hours I think.

[Rudy]

3 hours I think.

no 4

[Hurmoth]

The Keynote is at 10AM PT, 1PM ET for those who want to set calendars, appointments, etc.

[Chicane-UK Veteran]

Ah - so it will be at 6PM GMT.

Great - gives me time to get home :)

[Cara Veteran]

BREAKING NEWS ABOUT WWDC!!!!!!!

Directly from the office of Steve Jobs... Rumors are now circulating the Apple Campus that for todays 'Landmark' event, Steve Jobs is going to be presenting to the audience wearing a black turtleneck, jeans, and tennis shoes!

Just wanted to share!

[Rudy]

BREAKING NEWS ABOUT WWDC!!!!!!!

Directly from the office of Steve Jobs... Rumors are now circulating the Apple Campus that for todays 'Landmark' event, Steve Jobs is going to be presenting to the audience wearing a black turtleneck, jeans, and tennis shoes!

Just wanted to share!

i'll believe it when i see it....until then it's just a rumor

[Sophism]

Anywhere to watch it live streaming or something?

[StevoJD]

Cara, does he ever change clothe style in the office? :p

[Cara Veteran]

Cara, does he ever change clothe style in the office? :p

For the record, the 5 or 6 times I've seen Steve not in a public environment (around the campus) he was dressed uber casual. If the man owns a suit I'll be surprised! ;)

[Smethead]

BREAKING NEWS ABOUT WWDC!!!!!!!

Directly from the office of Steve Jobs... Rumors are now circulating the Apple Campus that for todays 'Landmark' event, Steve Jobs is going to be presenting to the audience wearing a black turtleneck, jeans, and tennis shoes!

Just wanted to share!

Haha always the same :p

[laz45]

3 hours!!!!

[Hurmoth]

Anywhere to watch it live streaming or something?

Unfortunately, no. :( But Apple usually posts the video a few hours after the event.

MacRumors will have live coverage though: http://www.macrumorslive.com/