The first model was released on July 21, 1999. All iBook models contain a PowerPC 750 ("G3") CPU. The first-generation iBook acquired a reputation for ruggedness and durability; the second generation, released on May 1, 2001, was considered by some to be more stylish.
- See also: Apple Macintosh, PowerBook
Models
- July 21, 1999 - iBook (300 mhz processor / 32 megabytes RAM / 3.2 gigabytes HD) available in Blueberry (blue) and Tangerine (orange)
- February 16, 2000
- iBook (revision B) (64 megabytes RAM / 6 gigabytes HD)
- iBook Special Edition (366 mhz processor / 64 megabytes RAM / 6 gigabytes HD) available in Graphite (grey)
- September 13, 2000
- iBook (FireWire) (366 mhz processor / 64 megabytes RAM / 10 gigabytes HD) available in Indigo (blue) and Key Lime (green), included a FireWire port and video out.
- iBook (FireWire) Special Edition (466 mhz processor) available in Key Lime (green) and Graphite (grey). Also included a DVD-drive.
- January 5, 2001 - iBook (Dual USB) (500 mhz processor / 64 megabytes RAM / 10 gigabytes HD) available in only white, increased screen resolution to 1024x768, added an additional USB port. Offered a choice of optical drives (CD-ROM, CD-RW, DVD/CD-RW).
- October 16, 2001 - iBook (Late 2001) (600 mhz processor / 128 megabytes RAM 15-20 gigabytes HD) increased bus speed to 100mhz.
- January 7, 2002 - iBook (14") high end model with a larger screen in the same resolution.
- May 20, 2002 - iBook (May 2002) (700 mhz processor / 20-30 gigabyte HD) added ATI Radeon Mobility in both 12" and 14" models.
- November 5, 2002 - iBook (November 2002) (800 mhz processor) now priced $200 less than previous models, "good" configuration starting at $999.
External Links
Homepage - http://www.apple.com/ibook/