iBook G3 (14-inch)
A bigger iBook with a 14.1-inch screen and Mac OS X as an option.
Overview
In October 2001 Apple added a 14.1-inch iBook to the range, running a 600 MHz G3 with 128 MB of memory. The screen kept the 1024 by 768 resolution but spread it over a larger panel, which suited presentations and classroom use.
It weighed about 2.7 kg and shipped with both Mac OS 9.2.1 and Mac OS X 10.1 installed, giving users a gentle path into the new operating system. Storage was 15 GB or 20 GB, depending on the configuration.
A May 2002 update raised the speed to 800 MHz, and the family then moved to the G4 processor, but this model established the larger-screen iBook.
Why it mattered
Gave the iBook a larger display option and encouraged mainstream adoption of Mac OS X.
At a glance
- Announced
- October 16, 2001
- Released
- October 16, 2001
- Discontinued
- May 20, 2002
- Launch price
- Not available
- Chip / processor
- PowerPC G3 (750cx), 600 MHz
- Display
- 14.1"
- Storage
- 15 GB, 20 GB
- Status
- Vintage
Highlights
- 14.1-inch display
- 600 MHz G3
- Mac OS 9 and Mac OS X 10.1
- 128 MB RAM base
- About 2.7 kg
Tech specs
Specifications as published at launch. Some values (like battery life) are manufacturer estimates.
Display
- Size
- 14.1-inch
- Type
- Active-matrix color TFT
- Resolution
- 1024 x 768
Chip
- Chip
- PowerPC G3 (750cx), 600 MHz
Memory
- RAM
- 128 MB, expandable to 640 MB
- Storage options
- 15 GB or 20 GB
Design
- Weight
- 2.7 kg (5.9 lb)
Software
- Launch OS
- Mac OS 9.2.1 and Mac OS X 10.1
