Unique lot of six iBook G3 'clamshell' notebook computers in all five different colors, including some upgraded models and one Japanese variant, all in their original boxes. All are in working condition; two are missing their batteries, and some exhibit cosmetic wear, including minor cracking to plastic cases. Includes:
Apple iBook G3 - Tangerine - Part No. M7619LL/A - 300MHZ/512K Cache/32MB SDRAM/3GHD - OS 9.0
Apple iBook G3 - Blueberry - Part No. M7707LL/A - 300MHZ/512K Cache/32MB SDRAM/3GHD - OS 9.0 - No Battery
Apple iBook G3 - Key Lime - Part No. Z02V00LJR - 466MHZ/256K Cache/192MB SDRAM [Upgraded]/10GHD - OS 9.2
Apple iBook G3 - Indigo - Part No. M7721LL/A - 366MHZ/256K Cache/64MB SDRAM/10GHD - OS 10.3.9
Apple iBook G3 - Graphite - Part No. M7716LL/A - 366MHZ/512K Cache/64MB SDRAM/6GHD - No Battery
Apple iBook G3 - Graphite - Part No. M7720J/A - 466MHZ/256K Cache/128MB SDRAM [Upgraded]/10GHD - OS 10 - packaged for the Japanese market and issued with a Japanese (Kanji) keyboard, replaced with an American version; the loose Kanji keyboard is included in the box.
Known as the 'clamshell' and inspired by the colorful line of G3 iMacs, the original iBook was introduced in 1999 to much success, targeting the entry-level consumer and education markets. Vestiges of its distinctive design are still seen across Apple's notebook lineups: the iBook moved interface ports from the back to the sides (and left them uncovered), omitted a latch for the computer's lid, and provided multiple color options. The original iBook is on exhibition at the London Design Museum and the Yale University Art Gallery. This complete lineup of all five colors—each in its distinctive, matching box—makes for an impressive display.
