Last time I mentioned that iSight cameras in iMacs prevented the
purchase of iMacs at any DOD labs following the rules, someone
pointed out that we didn't have to purchase iMacs. For desktops it
is believable that there will always be a choice, I can't imagine an
iSight camera in a Mac mini or a PowerMac G5 case.
However, what about laptops. I can easily imagine iSight cameras in
all Apple laptops and why not, cost is the only issue right? Given
that 15" and 17" PowerBooks are the Mac of choice for people
converting from PC to Mac in my group, the following comment in Wired
from AppleInsider is of concern (obviously no Apple employee can
comment on the following):
"For starters, the much anticipated dual-core Intel processors will
make an appearance in the new 15-inch PowerBooks, which are set to
include built-in iSight cameras. Later, the company looks to be
planning a 13-inch widescreen iBook to augment (or possibly replace)
its existing entry-level lineup. Finally, toward the end of 2006,
Apple will roll out its Intel-based 17-inch PowerBooks, which will
also include the iSight."
True or not, I hope someone at Apple realizes that DOD Lab employees
who purchase PowerBooks at work instead of Dells, often purchase two
additional Macs for home and then eventually more for other family
members. The Unix under OS X makes PowerBooks ideal for our
technical work.
And no we can't take the camera out after purchase, we asked security.
Michael
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