Apple Leaks References to 'Early 2016' 12-Inch MacBook [Images]

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Posted March 23, 2016 at 10:33pm by Shalom Levytam

Apple has accidentally leaked references to a '12-inch MacBook (Early 2016)' in System Image Utility and OS X Server.

In System Image Utility, a tool for creating OS X images to install onto other computers, the 2016 12-inch MacBook is listed as an option when limiting the install image to select Mac models.

Apple Leaks References to 'Early 2016' 12-Inch MacBook [Images]

In OS X Server, you can choose which Mac models should have access to a NetInstall image. The 2016 12-inch MacBook is also listed as an option here.

Notably, Apple is rumored to be shipping new ultra-thin 13-inch and 15-inch MacBooks in June. It's possible that the 12-inch model will see an update at this time as well. However, the 'Early' rather than 'Mid' designation could mean that the MacBook will be updated even sooner.

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O - March 24, 2016 at 2:07am

Dear Apple, define "early".

O - March 24, 2016 at 2:09am

PS: "Early" only means they were meant to be released earlier this year but got delayed for some [insert "Skylake" or "Intel" here] reason IMO.

gamerscul9870 - March 24, 2016 at 8:07pm

early: at least 4 months into the year. Mid: months 5-8. Late: months 9-12. How do I know this? 3 different way to name products are based on early/mid/late meaning 12/4=3.

ItsaJoke - March 23, 2016 at 10:48pm

How significant is this leak for potential 12-inch MacBook buyers?

gamerscul9870 - March 23, 2016 at 11:14pm

then don't bother. It's talking about something you don't like, so why get involved anyway? It's like going to a nightclub only so say you hate it.

Guest - March 24, 2016 at 12:37am

I think what he means is that He doesn't care....He's buying one anyway.