Buy now or what for later

Hello. I am in the market for a new computer and I think I have decided that the Apple iBook is the computer for me. I am a student and would really only use it for AppleWorks, iTunes, as well as surfing the internet. I have never used a mac before so I was wondering if now would be a good time to switch over. I have be reading about the new Intel Duo Core chips that have been replacing older models of some of the macs, and I do not want to by an iBook now and in a month a newer version comes out. So my question you guys is whether I should switch over now or wait?

Chances are there will be intel chips in iBook's VERY SOON. I'm in a simalar situation as yourself, I need a new computer and am torn between getting an iMac now or waiting a month or two and getting an intel iBook (if they're released).
Another point is were not allowed to speculate on upcoming Apple products or their possible specifications on these forums. The post will just get locked.
My advice to you is simple IF you need a computer now buy the iBook - you wont be dissapointed and the current iBook will take care of all your needs beautifully.
However if you WANT the latest and greatest technology then you'll have to wait and it will pay off if you plan to use your computer for any web design, graphics, music or video creative work on it. Although as a general point the current iBook can easily handle light Dreamweaver, Photoshop CS and iMovie, iDVD and GarageBand work as thats what I use mine for.
Hope this makes the descision slightly easier for you...
- Joe.

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